About Jay

About Jay

I am a husband and father first as well as a running coach who has a regular job and tries to stay fit and healthy. So I understand the needs of busy professionals who would like to incorporate running into their lives. I value diversity and welcome any and all runners who would like me to serve as their coach!

I am analytic and incorporate data-based decision-making into my coaching; objective data such as heart rate and splits as well as subjective data such as how the run felt to you.

I am also an active listener and value my relationships including my coaching relationships. I want to hear your insights and perspectives as much as I want to provide direction and guidance to support your running.

Since 2017, I have coached adult runners one-on-one as well as in groups, including diverse groups of charity runners (Team World Vision) training for the Chicago Marathon.

I’ve lived in many parts of the US and in the southwest Chicago suburbs for over 17 years. I started running in my 30s and haven’t stopped!

When I'm not working, coaching, or running, you can find me cycling, watching The Office, drinking coffee, and eating Italian and Mexican food!