SALLY WHITSON
ISSA Certified Running Coach
I just love running! I started in 2013 and have run all distances, from 5Ks to full marathons, and even a few triathlons. I am a proud Ironman triathlon Finisher. Throughout the years, l’ve encouraged several friends to start running and race triathlons, training with them and informally coaching them along the way. Recently, I’ve taken a brief hiatus from running to start a family with my husband, Ryan. Unlike the (seemingly infinite) running influencers I follow on social media, I was not able to run throughout the entirety of my pregnancy.
Devastated to hang up my sneakers for an extended period, I decided I would find another way to become a better runner. So, I got my coaching certification! Following the birth of my second child, I ran my fastest half marathon (1:55:30) four months postpartum and my fastest marathon (3:56:33) at nine months postpartum. I am currently chasing the dream of qualifying and running the Boston Marathon.
My coaching motto is: “Be 10-feet tall.” Keep your head in the clouds and believe in your dream, but keep your feet on the ground because it will take a lot of hard work. Everyone deserves to feel 10-feet tall, not only in height but in confidence, courage, and ambition. Whether you want to run for fun, fitness, distance, or set a new personal record, I’m here to help you reach your potential and have a blast along the way. As your coach, I will design a training plan that fits your lifestyle, goals, and preferences. I will also give you tips, guidance, and hard-learned lessons I’ve gained throughout my running journey. I will be your running buddy, your cheerleader, and your understanding friend along the way. So, if you’re ready to be 10-feet tall, let me know, and let’s get started!
RUNNING COACH
CERTIFICATION
International Sports Science Association
In 1988 a team of renowned fitness experts teamed together to form the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) with the collective mission of increasing the fitness of people around the world by helping more fitness professionals establish successful careers in fitness. The ISSA Running Coach Certification includes an overview of:
• Exercise Physiology
• Principles of Building a Training Program
• Understanding different types of workouts
• Running Form • Sports Nutrition
• Sports Psychology Special Running Considerations
• Running Injury Prevention & Management
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