11/01/2026
Meet . Beth is currently training for Gasparilla Distance Classic taking place in Florida in February - an event covering over 30 miles in 2 days! Her long term goal is NYC 2028 after completing the NYC Road Runners 9+1 program, which is now a lottery because it became so popular amongst runners.
The best memories Beth has from her running career are running the Chicago Marathon, PRing in the Delaware First State Half Marathon and the many friends she has made through the sport.
A long, easy-paced run is her favorite workout making her feel like she could run forever. Like most athletes, Beth doubts her abilities until after the workout when she sees she actually CAN complete the prescribed plan. Paces seem scary, but if calculated correctly, they are possible. While running, she usually listens to podcasts or audiobooks and definitely music during a race for extra adrenaline rush.
A strong support crew is vital for success. Beth’s crew consists of
friends who come out to cheer her on at races and who she runs with on a weekly basis.
Beth’s WHY is hard for her answer, because her why is simply for the joy of running. During downtime from training, Beth recently picked crocheting back up making throws and summer tops.
Some other fun facts about Beth:
🗽Favorite food: Pizza 🍕
🗽Ideal workout weather: sunny and warm (layers are a pain)
🗽Weirdest thing in her sports bag: Halls Cough Drops, mini sugar fix while running.
🗽Favorite Distance: Not sure I have a favorite distance. There are things I like and dislike about each distance. My favorite race is the Firecracker 4.
🗽Dream race: I’d like to run the Detroit Free Press International Marathon someday. The idea of running into Canada and back fascinates me. Very cool!
🗽Why work with a coach: I needed a coach who could help me reach my goals because trying to do it on my own just wasn’t working.
🗽Advice for beginners: It’s hard in beginning, but it will get easier.
Beth has been working with ESE for about a year. Here’s she has to say “Working with Coach Michelle has been great. She is quick to answer my questions, listens to my concerns, and keeps my personal goals in mind."
