Michelle was a longtime Group Training runner and became a coach because she wanted to inspire others to enjoy running. Michelle is an RRCA Level 1 Certified Coach and has been with NYRR Group Training since February 2019. She started running to maintain a healthy lifestyle and became hooked. Michelle looks forward to meeting, encouraging, and building camaraderie with new runners at Group Training. As a runner, Michelle has completed over 30 half marathons and eight marathons, including New York City, Chicago, Berlin, and London.

Q&A with Michelle

What program do you coach?
Group Training

What languages do you speak?
English

How would you describe your coaching style?
Holistic/considerate coaching—I enjoy connecting, encouraging, and building relationships with the runners. I enjoy coaching the Fundamentals group because I started running with Group Training Fundamentals and I share my journey with the group.

What is your proudest coaching moment?
Running the 2019 TCS New York City Marathon with a Fundamentals runner. This was the runners first marathon, and the goal was to have fun and finish!

Please list any awards, achievements, or certifications below.
RRCA Level 1 Certified

What is your favorite place to run in New York City?
Central Park and Hudson River Greenway

What is your favorite NYRR race?
Harlem Percy Sutton Harlem 5K Run

What is your personal running motto?
Yes you can, and yes you will.