Coach Jack “On Your Heels” Heely is a RRCA-certified running coach, and has been an an avid sportsman all his life. For over 35 years, he he has played and coached youth and adult soccer. He has also played baseball, cricket, and is, of course, a devoted runner, having completed races at a variety of distances including 48 marathons and 9 ultra-marathons. He has coached, mentored, and paced runners for several years, all done with an emphasis on having fun and staying healthy. As a Type-2 diabetic, Coach knows the importance of a healthy lifestyle for an optimal quality of life.

Coach Dana "Puddlz" Wentzel is a RRCA-certified running coach with Great Strides. Dana started running seriously in 2002 and has completed numerous races including 25 marathons, 4 ultra marathons, and countless other races and varying distances. She recently ran the Tahoe Triple Marathon (three marathons in three consecutive days) in 2009, for the second time (first in 2006), ending up 4th woman overall for the three days. Dana has coached and mentored several runners over the years and enjoys keeping her athletes motivated, safe, healthy, and wanting more after their goal race. She looks forward to helping you to your next goal!