Andy Jones-Wilkins

“My coaching philosophy is based on the notion of “first who, then what.”  For me, having a deep understanding of who an athlete is – where they are from, what their influences are, how they’ve evolved — forms the basis of what I do with that athlete and how their program evolves over time.  Building upon the virtues of that strong relationship, I then mold the athlete’s training around their goals and objectives as well as providing a sense of balance with the rest of their lives.”

I began running ultramarathons in 1992 and subsequently began coaching endurance runners in 2009.  I have been with CTS since 2016. In addition to my work as an ultrarunning coach I am also a full-time school administrator, teacher, and father of three active sons.  As such, I have a particular affinity for those athletes attempting to juggle endurance training with the challenges and stresses of a busy life.

I have been running ultramarathons since 1993.  I ran my first 100 miler in 2000 and have, to date, completed 32 100 mile races, including 10 finishes at Western States.  I am an educator by trade, husband to Shelly for 25 years and the father a three great boys Carson (19), Logan (17) and Tully (14).

My coaching philosophy is based on the notion of “first who, then what.”  For me, having a deep understanding of who an athlete is – where they are from, what their influences are, how they’ve evolved — forms the basis of what I do with that athlete and how their program evolves over time.  Building upon the virtues of that strong relationship, I then mold the athlete’s training around their goals and objectives as well as providing a sense of balance with the rest of their lives.