Jared Carson

Specialization as an athlete:

I love racing on the roads! Half marathon and marathon are my favorites (and best) distances!

Personal Bests:

• 5K - 14:45
• Half Marathon - 1:06:39
• Marathon - 2:17:50

Specialization as a coach:

Over the years, I have really found I enjoy coaching individuals that are balancing a lot of activities but still chasing after personal running goals. As a parent and one with a busy schedule, I know firsthand what's it's like to have to adjust your schedule at any given time, and yet still find a way to get your training in. I enjoy helping others figure that process out, and I'm also so inspired by my athlete's dedication to chase after personal goals yet still managing their other responsibilities.

College:

Shorter College, primarily because I had the opportunity to be coached by RunFree co-founder Jay Stephenson!!

Certifications:

I first started coaching athletes as I graduated college. What started as providing advice to a local running group quickly grew to formally coaching more and more athletes as they were building up to new distances, and chasing down old PR's.

How did you start running?:

Running has been such a journey for me. It started off as a way to stay in shape for soccer season, and it quickly turned into a metaphor for my life - how to navigate the ups and downs, keep moving forward, and always get the best out of myself. Running has allowed me to travel to so many places, and meet so many great people!

Tell us an interesting fact/something fun about you?:

I have an identical twin brother!