A Little About Me

A woman taking a selfie on a mountain trail, wearing hiking gear, with mountainous terrain in the background.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Kaitlyn O’Connell

I have a doctorate in physical therapy, and a strength and conditioning certification specific to endurance athletes. Throughout my career I’ve worked closely with runners and athletes of all ages, backgrounds, and ability levels. I strongly believe in individualized care and the use of current, evidence-based techniques to achieve the best outcomes. It has been a dream of mine to connect my professional background with my deep appreciation for exercise, active lifestyles, and lifelong sports.

Two children, a girl and a boy, standing on a rock with mountains in the background. The girl has blonde hair, is wearing a blue jacket, and has a backpack. The boy has short brown hair, is wearing a black and white plaid shirt, shorts, and is holding a small yellow flower. He is also making a fist with his hand near his face.
Two young children, a girl and a boy, sitting on a large rock with a scenic mountain landscape in the background. They are hugging and smiling.

BACKGROUND

My background with endurance sports began before I can remember- which I owe my parents credit for. As a family, they had a goal for us, which was to stand on top of the tallest mountain in each state. By age 25, I had summited 45 state high points, the 46 Adirondack High Peaks, and 12 of Colorado’s 14ers. 

I learned first-hand, at an early age, how to be comfortable being uncomfortable (for a long time), how to listen to my body, and how to mentally overcome what seems to be an impossible task. I found that these experiences have played a huge role in my success and my love for running to this day.

If you're looking for  someone who truly understands the demands of endurance sports—both on the trail and in training—I’m here to help you!