Education & Experience
Coaching Experience
With a background in exercise science and human performance, combined with experience as a Head Cross Country Coach and Track & Field Distance Coach, I am committed to helping athletes and individuals improve endurance, build confidence, and achieve long-term success through structured training and purposeful progression.
My coaching philosophy is built on evidence-based training principles, long-term athlete development, and the belief that meaningful progress comes through consistency, patience, and intentional effort.
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Exercise & Sports Science Clinical Exercise Science Concentration
My academic background in Exercise & Sports Science with a concentration in Clinical Exercise Science provided a foundation in exercise physiology, biomechanics, human performance, fitness assessment, and evidence-based exercise programming.
Master of Science (M.S.) in Management & Leadership
My graduate studies in Management & Leadership strengthened my skills in communication, leadership, mentorship, and organizational development. These principles continue to influence my coaching approach by emphasizing accountability, discipline, goal setting, and long-term personal growth.
As a coach, I believe success is built through consistency, commitment, and strong leadership—both in training and in everyday life.
Certified Personal Trainer
Certified through ISSA in Personal Training, with a focus on helping individuals improve strength, movement quality, overall fitness, body composition, and long-term health through safe, effective, and individualized training programs.
Specialist in Strength and Conditioning
Certified through ISSA as a Specialist in Strength and Conditioning, with a focus on helping individuals improve strength, conditioning, movement quality, and overall athletic performance through structured and purposeful training.
Running Coach
Certified through ISSA in Running Coaching, with a focus on helping individuals improve endurance, pacing, race preparation, recovery, and overall running performance for distances ranging from the 5K to the marathon.
ISSA Certified Fitness Trainer
It's no secret - fitness training has been proven to prevent disease, strengthen your health and improve your confidence and outlook on life. As a certified fitness trainer, I'm deeply trained in everything from muscle mechanics to flexibility and cardiovascular dynamics. So if you want to live a stronger and more confident life, I've got the training and the expertise to help you every step of the way.
ISSA Specialist in Strength & Conditioning
Until recently, most people believed that power athletes are born and not made. That has changed. Modern training techniques can make anybody faster, stronger, and more powerful. Athletes at all levels - from grade school to the NFL - can sharpen their competitive edge with the help of an expert trainer. As a certified specialist in this area, I can help you expand your body's capacity for challenging athletic feats while remaining strong and free from injury.