Ryan Johnson

ryan@firststridecoaching.com


Ryan is the owner and head coach at First Stride Coaching. During Ryan’s 15+ year running career, he has competed in every distance from one to one hundred miles. He obtained his bachelors degree from Juniata College in Biology and a Ph.D. in Microbiology from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Maryland.

Certifications

RRCA Level 1

Favorite Races and Personal Records

2015 - Boston Marathon | Boston, MA | 2:42:24

2019 - Parks Half Marathon | Rockville, MD | 1:14:52 (PR)

2019 - Steamtown Marathon | Scranton, PA | 2:35:57 (PR)

2022 - Rim to River 100 Miler | New River Gorge, WV | 25:55:24