Getting to Know Coach Katie O'Connor

Who is your ideal athlete to coach?

I love athletes who are excited about their goal(s), excitement is contagious, and if they are excited, I'm excited. It's especially fun to coach an athlete tackling a new ultra distance for the 1st time!

What do you love about being a coach?

I love running and all it's given me, and I love to share that love and passion with my athletes! Seeing them achieve a goal and being on that journey along the way is the best!

How does a custom training plan help an athlete meet their goal?

Every athlete is unique and everyone's training plans need to be just as unique to make sure it's the proper fit for them and their lifestyle!

What is your why?

I love seeing what is possible when you work hard and believe in yourself :)

What's your favorite race and why?

Kettle Moraine 100M, it was my 1st 100 and holds a special place in my heart, and Bigfoot 200M, those views, the green lush trails, to share the wild adventure with my crew was once in a lifetime, it was EPIC!

What is your proudest running accomplishment?

Finishing Bigfoot 200, it was hands down the hardest and most rewarding accomplishment! (and now I'm hooked and can't wait to tackle my next 200!)

Coach Katie at the finish line of Big Foot 200 in 2023.

What else would you like to share about yourself?

I actually have my graduate degree in Architecture!!

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The Dirt Trail Running Podcast Coaches Edition with Coach Katie

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