Testimonials

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  • Photo of Madeline

    “I worked with Sugar Runs for about a year! She took me from a below average high school runner to running D1 scholarship standards! Only left because I got recruited and am now running in college. Best investment I’ve ever made!”

    Madeline W. worked with Coach J

  • Photo of Lori

    “I am grateful, above all else, for my fitness and for all the people around me (especially you, Coach J!) who reminded me how strong I am and to trust my training. In this entire training cycle controlling the things I had control of and releasing the rest was really the key to my success!”

    Lori L. worked with Coach J

  • Rachel Finishing Strong At The Chicago Marathon

    "I've been working with Karly and Team Sugar Runs for over a year. We talked about goals, and I mentioned wanting to qualify for Boston someday. Karly said, "I believe you can qualify for Boston, we just need to get a few more marathons under your belt." After setting a 25-minute PR in Chicago, I'm starting to believe it's possible! Karly took my marathon time from 5:37 to 4:02 in a year and a half. She created a training schedule that makes me feel strong and prepared but is also flexible. The community at Team Sugar Runs is super encouraging. 10/10 recommend working with Team Sugar Runs!"

    Rachel D. worked with Coach Karly

  • Maddie Grinning at the Chicago Marathon Finish

    "The Chicago Marathon was one of the best races of my life! I have never felt so strong, both mentally and physically, during a marathon, and that is a testament to the consistent training Coach Katherine programmed for me. We've worked toward this goal for a few years, building strength and endurance over multiple cycles, and I couldn’t have achieved this goal without her guidance! Prior to the race, she advised me to take chances and bet on myself - that became one of my mantras on race day. Knowing I finally broke the sub-4 hour marathon barrier, is one of my proudest moments... and I will remember it forever!"

    Maddie T. worked with Coach Katherine

  • Louise Crushing Her Half Marathon PR at the age of 60

    A Personal Best at 60 years old! 2:05 --> 2:01! I trusted the work that I did with Sandee. She has brought me to paces I've only dreamed of. Even with the weather challenges, I managed to PR this race. I am so extremely happy with Sandee and Team Sugar Runs. I can go on and on with such a great experience.

    Louise S. worked with Coach Sandee

  • Maria smiling ear-to-ear in this post marathon photo!

    I was so happy to finally be back running a marathon again after four years. Despite a more scaled back and cautious training plan due to a hip injury last fall, I was thrilled to run a 22 minute PR at Chicago a couple weeks ago. I couldn't have done that without Katherine's perfect pacing plan and encouragement throughout my training cycle. I was even able to share some miles with TSR runner Anna during the race! I felt so strong and had so much fun and can't wait to see what's next!

    Maria L. worked with Coach Katherine

  • Rachel running by Big Ben in London with a huge smile on her face!

    "You truly reap what you sow through raw effort, persistence, discipline. I love the raw honesty of running. London wasn’t a reflection of 16 weeks of marathon training, but 2 years of hard work plus 3 years before that training through pregnancy and postpartum! I’m so deeply grateful for this journey. For your guidance and patience alongside me. Training a working busy mom with BIG HAIRY AUDACIOUS GOALS is not the same as training other athletes, and it really takes skill, experience and compassion.. and patience. Thank you coach boss Lindsey!!!! Bring on that sub3!"

    Rachel T. worked with Coach Lindsey

  • Lauren holding her Chicago Marathon Finisher medal!

    Working with Sandee has been amazing! She challenged me with workouts that I never thought I was capable of, but were totally within my abilities. She always explained the training and was so receptive to questions. Having Sandee as my coach was like having your very own cheerleader throughout the marathon block. While I caught Covid 3 weeks before the Chicago marathon, Sandee helped me quickly pivot my training and she got me as healthy as possible to the start line. While I believe I still have better times in me ahead, I was able to PR in the marathon after 10 years at 50 years old! Sandee was very instrumental in helping me achieve this goal and recovery appropriately so I can keep enjoying running and perform my best!

    Lauren H. worked with Coach Sandee

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