As a well-seasoned athlete, she has been running since 1998.  Introduced to the sport through high school and college cross-country, she has increased her mileage over the years- 5K, 10K, half marathon, full marathon, sprint triathlon, Olympic-distance triathlon, half Ironman, full Ironman. She is most experienced in the full marathon distance- completing the 26.2 miles in all 50 states and on 5 continents.  Stephanie has coached youth running and high school cross-country since 2014.  She has trained adults to complete their first half and full marathons.  Coach Thompson is a Navy veteran, and she is both certified and insured through Road Runners Club of America.