Keely Henninger
Keely Henninger is the lead of the performance coaching team. For the last 4 years she worked as a biomechanics and physiology scientist for Nike studying athlete performance, injury, female athletes, hormones, and running economy. Prior to that she spent 2.5 years as a performance engineer working on performance algorithms and training plan development. She is published in research on the energetics of uphill hiking & running and is currently conducting research on the prevalence of energy availability, exercise dependence, and eating disorders and the relationship to fueling in trail and ultra athletes.
Keely is a full-time professional athlete who puts her knowledge to the test in her current training and racing. She has won the Lake Sonoma 50 mile (2x), Chuckanut 50k, Gorge Waterfalls 50k, USA 50-mile championships, placed top 10 at the Western States 100, and consistently in the top 5 at races like Lavaredo, Ultra Trail Cape Town, & CCC (UTMB).
Coaching Philosophy
Running purposeful, quality miles, will allow you to build fitness without unnecessary miles and stress. Fueling, rest, and easy days are just as important as the hard days and by practicing fueling during training , you will be able to race and train to your fullest.
Education/Qualifications
- UESCA Certified Running Coach
- Penn State Honors College: Biology/Neuroscience BSc
Plans Keely offers
Essentials Plan
For the athlete looking for a custom plan with professional support, but is fairly independent, has a consistent life schedule, and just needs a bit of regular feedback to stay on track.
- Initial kick-off call to talk goals, season planning, experience, schedule restraints, and challenges
- Custom training plan
- Final Surge account to track training and coach collaboration
- 1 x week coach workout review, feedback, and plan adjustments in Final Surge
- 1 x month phone check-in
- Freetrail Pro membership
Pro Plan
For the dedicated athlete looking to go all-in. Get regular feedback and schedule adjustments to dial in your training and maximize potential. Also great for athletes with a hectic schedule, who may need extra flexibility and support fitting quality training into a busy life.
- Initial kick-off call to talk goals, season planning, experience, schedule restraints, and challenges
- Custom training plan
- Final Surge account to track training and coach collaboration
- 2 x week coach workout review, feedback, and plan adjustments in Final Surge
- 1 x week email check-in
- 2 x month phone check-in
- Freetrail Pro membership
Custom Race Plan
For the athlete who needs a custom plan designed for a specific big race goal, with just enough support to execute the plan well.
- Initial kick-off call to talk specific race goals, experience, schedule restraints, and challenges
- Custom training plan for your big race
- Final Surge account to track training
- Race fueling plan designed by nutritionist
- 2 phone check-ins
- 1 post-race debrief call
*Prices are month-to-month to give you maximum flexibility. No lock-in, no long-term commitment. We only ask that you give us at least 30 days notice before cancelling.