UESCA stands for United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy, which is the organization that my coaching certification was completed through. The Ultrarunning Coach program is primarily led by renowned coach Jason Koop, and is a comprehensive course on all things ultrarunning.

Endurance, by definition, is the ability to withstand difficult (and potentially unpleasant) situations. In the context of sport, this is a highly individual term that could mean working up to running your first 5K, marathon, or ultramarathon. Endurance coaching can also be applied to other challenges in life such as training for a hunting/backpacking trip in the mountains while living in an area unlike the destination. It is my experience that increased endurance in the physical realm also carries over into all other aspects of life (work, family, etc.)

A high-quality coach brings many offerings to the table, but depending on your personal goals and where you are in your pursuit of those goals, a coach may or may not be right for you. The primary benefits of a quality coach are: optimized training progression, injury prevention, personalized programming that fits you and your goals, and many more. If you are uncertain about whether a coach is right for you, please reach out to me for a free consultation!