Coach Jennifer Gill

I am originally from New York where my running career began at the age of 12. Sibling rivalry was what really started my running career. I was determined to beat my older brother's sprint times when I joined the track team in 8th grade. After high school, I went to George Mason University. I transferred to Tempe, AZ where I graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Microbiology. I moved back to the D.C. area and, after years of doing laboratory research with The Institute for Genomic Research and the American Red Cross, I gave it up to pursue a Masters of Public Health from George Washington University. Recently, my family and I relocated from the D.C. area to San Diego, CA. 

My MPH is concentrated in Health Education. I feel that being healthy can only happen when you have the right information. I know that there is a lot of confusing information out there about what to eat, how active you should be, and how that all affects your overall health. I wanted to have this information, not only for myself and my family, but to help others reach their health and fitness goals. I am a Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Certified Distance Running Coach. I have coached individuals and groups, children and adults. In addition, I'm a certified Level I yoga instructor, specializing in vinyasa.    

Professionally, I am the Founder and President of Sole Health and Wellness. We change lives everyday through our community and corporate running programs. Recently, I served as the Director of Marketing and Director of Training Programs at Fleet Feet Sports, Gaithersburg. I also helped found, coach and serve on the Board of Directors of Girls on the Run of Montgomery County. Girls on the Run is a non-profit educational program that uses running and training for a 5K as a means to educate and prepare elementary school girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. I've been featured on Competitor.com, Runner's World, Women's Running Magazine, Blue Ridge Outdoors (scroll down to "Marathon Mistakes"), Spa Magazine, Fitness Magazine, Active.com and the Just Finish online running community, and I served as the local Washington, DC-area running expert known as the D.C. Running Examiner.   

Since I first started running in 8th grade, I have competed in numerous races from 5K to marathon distance, as well as triathlon. I love the atmosphere and energy at races, as well as the camaraderie found throughout the running community. I know that my years of coaching experience, personal running experience, and educational background can help you reach your goals. 


If you have any questions, or are ready to get started, feel free to contact me at jenn@coachjenn.com