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Running With Coach Kelly
Believe. Train. Race.

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Running With Coach Kelly 

Kelly's journey as a runner began in her thirties and she grew from building up to her first 5K, to qualifying for five consecutive Boston Marathons. Her passion for running is contagious, and she naturally began coaching when others around her asked for her help and encouragement.   Today, she coaches runners to their first 5K and others through their first marathon. Each athlete is unique, but she deeply believes that
if we are brave enough to lace up our shoes, the unbelievable is achievable.

Kelly provides monthly coaching with plans that adapt with your progress or customized plans built for a full cycle that help you train for your next race.  Most of all, she'll be in your corner cheering you on every step of the way! Let's find out what you're capable of!

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About Me:
I'm a proud mom of twin boys and wife to an amazingly patient man who has cheered me through the years.  My "Run Wives" are my tribe that I cannot live without, and we rely on each other for the 5am speed sessions, 4am runs before a flight or 3am long run on a Tuesday because it's the only day we can all fit it in.  I run because it makes me feel alive.  I run because it helps me clear my head.  I run because over and over I get to face challenges that I can overcome and prove to myself over and over that I'm capable of more than I know.  ​I decided to become a coach after I realized I've reached all the running achievements I've wanted.  Getting a new shiny PR is pretty sweet, but it pales in comparison to the pride I feel when one of my athletes texts me after a workout or calls me after a race.  Being a coach is a privilege that I am honored to take on.  ​


The Boring Stuff:
RRCA Coach Level 1 Certified
Boston Marathon 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Chicago Marathon: 2019, 2024
Columbus Marathon: 2017, First Marathon
Cottonwood Marathon: 2022, 2025
Flying Pig Marathon: 2018, 2020 (virtual)
Glass City Marathon (Toledo, OH): 2021, First BQ
Indianapolis Marathon: 2019
Madison Marathon: 2024
ORRRC Marathon (Xenia, OH): 2019

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