Coaches
COACHES CORNER
-Coach Leigh & Coach Justin-
Leigh is taking on her 3rd season as Team Western PA's Walk Coach! Not only has Leigh changed the lives of many participants looking to complete 13.1 miles, she's completed over 11 Team Challenge events herself! As a veteran of Team Challenge, Leigh is there to cheer, support and guide you to the finish line! As well, Leigh understands what it's like to train with IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease). She was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis about 13 years ago in her final semester of graduate school. Leigh was recently recognized for her outstanding efforts and awarded the National Team Challenge McCready-Adams award!
Justin is back for his 3rd season as our Run Coach for Team Western PA! When it comes to running and training, Justin knows it all! He has fifteen years of running experience extending from recreational road running, to high level competition. He has participated in cross country and track teams throughout his schooling and into college where he participated on a 9th place National finishing team at Slippery Rock University. At Slippery Rock, he was also team captain in cross country. Justin has enjoyed training all types of athletes through Team Challenge! Whether you're a beginner or an avid runner looking for a new challenge, Justin will challenge you to do your person best!
Want to contact our Coaches for questions about Team Challenge training?
Coach Leigh: lnstein1@msn.com
Coach Justin: justinlubecki@live.com