OUR "WHY"

Refined Running is passionate about helping runners, young and old, find joy and purpose through this great sport. We believe that every individual has different abilities and unique potential. We believe that the quickest way to destroy something beautiful is by comparing it to something else. So, be yourself! We're here to help that happen. We believe we're in a constant state of being "Refined" as human beings and we are helping individuals Find or Re-Find their joy for running

WHO WE ARE

Greg Coplen is the Head Coach for Refined Running. Coach Coplen has worked with youth and adult runners since 2006. He has coached All-State runners, NXN qualifiers, High School All-Americans, Boston Marathon qualifiers and has worked with multiple adults training for all types of endurance events. He is a Brooks ID Coach and was named the "2020 USA MileSplit National XC Coach of the Year" Coach Coplen has a goal of building athletes, not just distance runners. He believes that we are all in a constant state of refinement and that we are only trying to become better versions of ourselves each and every day.

Coach Coplen is joined by his wife, Shea, who helps oversee functional strength and nutrition for their athletes. Shea has been working as a personal trainer and assistant distance coach for over a decade alongside her husband.