Coaching Support
The County Marathon has joined forces with Team RunRun to bring professional coaching to aspiring runners, for beginners to elites…
Introducing Team RunRun Performance Coaches
We all have goals. Some of us are self-starters. Sometimes we can use help. A professional coach not only provides thoughtful direction for optimal results, coaches are motivators. The County Marathon has carefully selected Team RunRun to offer services for runners, to have the most positive experience at the 2025 County Marathon. Whether you plan to run the full marathon, the half marathon, participate in the Relay, or run the new 5K distance, Team RunRun‘s coaches can tailor a program specific to your needs.
Meet Team RunRun…
Elaina Raponi – Coach
“When I first started working with my coach he said, “You deserve to
find out how good you could be”. This is the same approach I take with
all of my athletes. Your goals are important to me and I want to equip
you with the tools and knowledge to make those goals a reality.
I’ve worked extensively with new runners who are just getting into the
sport to seasoned runners looking to tackle the marathon and run a
Boston Marathon qualifying time. I’ve coached athletes coming back
from injury or burnout and helped athletes of all levels break through
plateaus to reach new personal bests.” – LINK for more info.
Personal Bests
5K: 17:05
10K: 35:48
Half marathon: 1:19:31
Marathon: 2:46:23
Brant Stachel – Coach
Brant brings over a decade of coaching experience, including guiding
six athletes to Olympic Trials qualifying times and coaching at four
international championships as a Canadian National Team coach. He’s
helped runners at all levels — newcomers and elite athletes alike — build
smart, consistent training that leads to breakthroughs. Whether you’re
aiming to finish your first half marathon or shave time off your
marathon PB, Brant’s approach is grounded, adaptable, and
evidence-based. – LINK for more info.
Notable athlete coaching results
Men’s marathon: 2:15
Women’s marathon: 2:37
Men’s half marathon: 63:05
Women’s half marathon: 1:14
Thomas Nobbs – Coach
A 2X Canadian National Team member and national champion in
cross-country, Thomas is no stranger to high performance. He’s
competed at the Pan American Cross Country Championships and brings
years of experience coaching university, high school, and recreational
runners. Whether you’re building to your first finish line or chasing
a competitive time, Thomas blends elite insights with practical,
individualized coaching. – LINK for more info.
Accomplishments
“I am honored to have represented Canada in various national and
international events, including”:
- Marathon: 2:15:22
5th place at the 2024 Canadian National Marathon Championships with a
personal best. - 6th place at the 2022 Pan-American XC Championships (10K).
- 10K personal best: 28:58 Run Ottawa, May 2025
- 2024 TC10K men’s champion with a time of 29:16.
- Top 5 finish at the 2023 Canadian 10K Road Nationals in 29:36.
- Half marathon: 65:16
Vancouver Half Marathon winner in 2023, finishing in 1:05:16. - 4th place at the 2018 Pan-American Cross Country Junior Championships.
Teagan Robertson – Coach
What started as a simple enjoyment and a way to stay fit has evolved
into a profound and multifaceted journey. Running began for me as a
pleasurable form of exercise and a chance to unwind. Over time, it
transformed into a deeper pursuit, encompassing personal challenges,
goals, and growth. I ran my first ever marathon in 2022 with a time of
3:22:16.
Following my first ever marathon in 2022, I qualified to run the
Boston Marathon in 2023. Witnessing the dedication and resilience of
the runners pushed me to set higher goals and explore my abilities
even further. – LINK for more info.
Accomplishments
5K: 17:12 (2023) Hintonburg 5K
10K: 34:18 (2025) Run Ottawa, May 2025
30K: 1:58:11 (2023) Around the Bay Road Race
Marathon: 2:37:51 (2024) California International Marathon
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