Stephanie Herrick discovered running in high school and hasn't stopped competing since. She began coaching at the high school level right after college graduation. After a few years of personal training and coaching, she began working with New York Road Runners’ youth programs. This work allows her to share the sport that brought so much to her life with youth and their teachers all around the country in hopes they discover the same love for it.

Q&A with Stephanie 

What Program do you coach?
Rising New York Road Runners


What languages do you speak?
English


How would you describe your coaching style?
For kids it's all about enjoyment. Teaching them to love to learn to move and having fun doing it. 
For adults it's getting to know each athlete individually and designing the training to allow them to get the most out of themselves for where they are at that moment and making sure they are enjoying it.


What is your proudest coaching moment?
I had an athlete who was enjoying the process of training for a big race and they hit their goal while going through a difficult time personally.


How many years have you been coaching?
More than 13 years

Please list any awards, achievements, or certifications below.
Certified Physical Literacy Instructor (December 2018) 
USA Track & Field (USATF) 
Level 2 Youth Specialization (July 2017) 
USA Track and Field (USATF) 
Level 1 (March 2017) 
Road Racers Club of America (RRCA) Level 1 (April 2016) 
CPR, AED, First Aid Certified- American Red Cross (April 2021) 
National Academy of Sports Medicine CPT (April 2012)

Athletic Achievements 
USA Nationals Outdoor Qualifier 2014,2015, 2019 
USA Nationals Indoor Qualifier 2011,2012, 2014,2015, 2017 
US Olympic Trials “B” Qualifier 2012 
NCAA DIII National Championships 800m Runner-up 2008 
10 Time All-American for the College of New Jersey 
2007-2008 Indoor NCAA National Track Athlete of the Year 
2009 Outdoor NCAA Atlantic Region Track Athlete of the Year 
2007-2008 Indoor NCAA Atlantic Region Track Athlete of the Year

What is your favorite place to run in New York City?
The bridle path in Central Park.

What is your favorite NYRR race?
TCS New York City Marathon

What is your personal running motto?
Do what you need to do today to be better tomorrow.