Coach Natalia Price

07/31/2026

A huge thank you to Oregon Voyager Magazine for featuring my story and highlighting Willamette Striders Track Club!

I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to share my coaching journey and help bring more awareness to the amazing sport of pole vaulting.

I hope this inspires more athletes to give pole vaulting a try and discover just how fun, challenging, and rewarding it can be.

Thank you again, Oregon Voyager, for supporting local businesses and sharing our story! 💙

https://oregonvoyager.com/interview/inspiring-conversations-with-natalia-price-of-coach-natalia-price-npathletics-llc

Today we’d like to introduce you to Natalia Price. Hi Natalia, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.I moved to Portland in April 2020, right in the middle of the pandemic. Since I was new to the area, I started looking for ways […...

05/21/2026

Most athletes focus on stretching and strengthening their hips, glutes, and core — but often forget about the foundation of the body: the feet.

Weak feet and ankles can contribute to shin splints, knee pain, poor balance, tight calves, and even lower back discomfort. Adding a simple foot-strengthening routine into your weekly training can improve stability, posture, and overall athletic performance.

Here are 8 simple exercises you can do daily. Perform each exercise for 1 minute.

1. Heel Raises
2. Heel-to-Toe Rolls
3. Heel-Toe In & Outs
4. Lateral Rolls with Toe “Piano Keys”
5. Lateral Walks
6. Medial Walks
7. Medial Pulls
8. Lateral Pulls

Using a resistance band, pull outward against resistance to strengthen ankle stability and reduce injury risk.

I also recommend adding toe separators to your routine. Toe separators help restore natural toe alignment, improve circulation, and reduce foot tightness caused by narrow shoes and spikes. Many athletes notice less foot fatigue and better balance after using them consistently.
You can get them for under $5 on Amazon.

Resistance bands are another great tool for strengthening the feet and ankles.
5 resistance bands for under $5 on Amazon.
I provided the links in my highlights.

Healthy feet create a stronger foundation for the entire body. Consistency is key — just 8 minutes a day can make a huge difference over time!

05/14/2026

☀️🏃‍♀️ Kids Track Summer Program is here with Willamette Striders Track Club! 🏃‍♂️☀️

Join us Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 10:00–11:15 AM, June 15th – August 19th, for a fun and supportive summer of running, jumping, throwing, games, and skill development!

Open to kids ages 8–14 and coached by .b and .binkley_pv. Whether your child is brand new to track or looking to improve their skills, our coaching team is here to support their growth every step of the way. 💪✨

Spots are limited — sign up through the link in bio! 👟

04/25/2026

Twilight Relays was a fun competition as usual. Great seeing all of you guys! ✌️