Hi, I’m Steph Sharick. I’ve been running for the pure enjoyment of it for more than 15 years, and in the last few years I’ve gotten more serious and structured about my training. While not the most naturally talented runner, I have a deep passion for the sport and a burning desire to find my own limits. As a certified running coach, I’ve spent countless hours nerding-out about running physiology, biomechanics, and nutrition. I also became interested in strength training, and became a NASM certified personal trainer. Using what I know, I’ve vastly improved my own racing PRs, gaining strength and mobility along the way, and I’ve helped others achieve their running and strength goals as well. I’ve worked with runners of varying ages, abilities, and with different goals—everything from wanting to finish a marathon to wanting to achieve a 5k PR. I’ve also worked with athletes who hate running and are just interested in strength training to build muscle and get fit. In addition to my certifications, I participate in continuing education through online courses and webinars, as well as coaches-only facebook groups and discord servers. My goal is to bring the latest knowledge in the science of distance running and strength training to the everyday runner or fitness enthusiast. Whether you are looking to finish your first road race, qualify for Boston, set a new PR, or just get strong, let me know how I can help!

My personal improvements:

• Marathon PR 4:21:16 in 2019 —> 3:39:38 in 2022

• Half marathon PR 1:59:29 in 2016 —> 1:45:03 in 2024

• 10k PR 51:14 in 2019 —> 45:37 in 2022

Certifications and continuing education:

• UESCA certified running coach

• McMillan certified running coach

• NASM certified personal trainer

• completed Anatomy in Motion Closed Chain Biomechanics of the Lower Limb course by Gary Ward

• member of The Scholar Program by Steve Magness