Hey everyone!

I’m your coach, Maria Long. I’ve been running on and off for most of my life, but consistently since 2019 (when we moved to a beautiful small town in Northwestern Wisconsin).  It was then that I really dedicated myself to training for races of all distances, including 5k’s, Marathons, and some Sprint Triathlons.  As a wife and mother to three boys with a part-time job, juggling life and training hasn’t always come easy. - I’ve had my fair share of failures, successes, setbacks, HIGH highs, and LOW lows. - But, with time and experience, I realized that with a practical training plan and positive outlook (in the day-to-day training and the races), I have longevity in this sport. And so do YOU!

I truly love running because of the challenge and satisfaction that it brings to my life, and I want others to feel that way too, so I became an RRCA Certified Run Coach in February 2022, and went on to acquire my LEVEL TWO certification along with my Youth Run Coaching Certification in December 2024. I currently work with adults and children in different capacities (including one-on-one virtual coaching, in-person group coaching, and assistant Middle School Cross Country coaching).

As a Run Coach, I have the opportunity to help you dream big (or just dream again), and show you how those dreams ARE attainable through:

• A balanced training plan that fits your unique lifestyle

• Weekly support and encouragement from a coach who truly believes in you

• Truly believing in yourself

• Focusing on the journey, not just the destination

• Help and support when you’re in the thick of doing the hard things in order to achieve the great things

So, when you’re ready to take a chance on YOU, I’m here and am looking forward to working with you!

                                                        Yours Truly,

                                                                 Coach Maria

Credentials:

• RRCA Level II Adult Distance Running Coach

• RRCA Level II Youth Running Coach

• CPR/First Aid Certification