Mairead O’Grady is an RRCA Level 1 Certified Coach, VDOT O2 Certified Distance Running Coach, and NASM Certified Personal Trainer. She fell in love with running at an early age and ran on cross country and track teams beginning in elementary school. She finds that running is an excellent way to connect with people and build community. Mairead is passionate about using her knowledge and skills to help people realize their full potential and achieve their fitness goals.

Q&A with Mairead

What program do you coach?
Group Training and Run for the Future

What languages do you speak?
English

How would you describe your coaching style?
My role as a coach is to help my runners push past their comfort zones and overcome the physical and mental obstacles to progress. I take a collaborative approach and ask a lot of questions so that I can work with my runners to develop a plan that works for them individually.

Please list any awards, achievements, or certifications below.
Certified Distance Running Coach, VDOT O2 Certified Personal Trainer, National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Running Coach, Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Level 1 certified coach

What is your favorite place to run in New York City?
New York has so much to offer! Any run along the water puts a smile on my face.

What is your favorite NYRR race?
The NYRR New York Mini 10K!

What is your personal running motto?
You get out what you put in.