I’ve been running for over 20 years, competing on both trails and roads in Chattanooga and North Georgia, with consistent top-10 and podium finishes. I’ve trained under professional athlete Francesco Puppi, which gave me insight into structured training and performance strategies. While I’m new to formal coaching, I’ve helped friends improve their running and am excited to guide athletes of all levels—trail or road—to reach their goals and enjoy the process.
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I’ve been running for over 20 years, racing trails and roads in Chattanooga and North Georgia, and training under Francesco Puppi, Hoka pro. I have a degree in Physical Education and a deep interest in biomechanics, which helps me understand how the body moves and performs in sport. Beyond racing and stats, I love helping others discover the joy of running, reach their goals safely, and celebrate every milestone along the way.
I can help you improve your endurance, pacing, and race strategy for both trail and road running. Drawing from years of personal experience and professional-level coaching, I provide guidance on building fitness safely, improving technique, and staying motivated. I focus on helping athletes run anywhere—on trails, roads, or in races—while enjoying the process and seeing measurable progress.
Sessions are customized to your goals and experience level. A session might include:
Warm-up: Dynamic exercises and easy running to get your body ready
Main session: Focused work on endurance, speed, or technique through intervals, hill repeats, or trail runs
Cool-down: Stretching, mobility, and recovery guidance
Discussion: Tips on pacing, nutrition, and mindset for trail or road racing
I focus on learning through experience, keeping sessions challenging yet enjoyable, and helping you see measurable progress each week. While I’ve listed three main locations, sessions can also be held at other nearby trails, roads, or parks to fit your goals.
Competitive Runner: 20+ years experience on trails and roads in Chattanooga and North Georgia. Race Results: Consistent top-10 finishes and multiple podium placements in local and regional trail races. Coaching Experience: Assisted friends in improving performance and developing training strategies. Professional Mentorship: Trained under Francesco Puppi, Hoka pro athlete, gaining insight into structured training and performance strategies. Education & Expertise: Degree in Physical Education with a strong understanding of biomechanics, training principles, and injury prevention.
Francesco Puppi, professional Hoka athlete. Training with him taught me the importance of structure, technique, and consistency, and inspired me to help others reach their running goals.
I’m passionate about helping runners of all levels improve safely and enjoy the process. I bring over 20 years of competitive running experience, insights from training with pro athlete Francesco Puppi, and a strong understanding of how the body works through my Physical Education background. I focus on structured, personalized guidance, emphasizing technique, endurance, and mindset. I’m approachable, patient, and committed to helping each athlete reach their goals—whether it’s finishing a first race or chasing a podium.
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