My name is Kristen and I am the creator of Soul Runners.
My entire mind set changed the moment I set foot on pavement.
I became kinder, quicker, smarter, and more positive. I started making friends easier. I finally found the courage to let go of what I couldn’t change, and I no longer felt like I lived in a world that worked against me.
Running has given me the self confidence I once lacked, and has lead me to people and connections I never imagined. Because of this, it is my life goal to pay it forward.
In 2018 (well into my adulthood), I studied the Business program at Fanshawe College. This is where created the concept behind Soul Runners; a non-judgmental, safe place to go for people who want to hit the trails and burn some calories while building some meaningful, lasting relationships.
During this time I completed my Group Fitness certification with the American Council on Exercise. Upon graduation from Fanshawe, I became specialized in Sports & Fitness Nutrition also through American Council on Exercise. I am a fitness instructor for The City of London and have taught for several independent fitness companies along the way. Fitness is my passion and I couldn't be happier to share it with you.
Soul Runners training plans are written in collaboration with local athletes and Fanshawe affiliates. These programs are the foundation of our virtual and group fitness sessions. They become customized to you and your needs, and then adjusted according to your progress. Our programs are catered to you because we want to see you succeed. And with my passion, I promise that you will.
Peace and love always,
Kristen Chalmers - Owner / Head Coach
In 2024 we gave a warm welcome to coach Christina who has been running with Soul Runners since 2020. We have watched Christina transform from a social runner into an incredible athlete.
From our group runs, to social runs and local races, Christina has done it all, always with a great attitude and smile on her face.
Christina is currently undergoing coaching certification to become a snowboard instructor, so it only made sense to bring her on board with Soul Runners where we can watch her brilliant coaching skills come to life.
You will see Christina motivate and encourage our runners while giving them pointers and tips - regardless of what level they are at. It is almost guaranteed that she will make you smile, even during the hardest part of your run!
When you see Christina running on the trails, you will always be greeted with a huge smile and a kind word of encouragement - even if you aren't a part of our group!
We are so happy for her to be a part of our team!
Coach C
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We are beyond excited to OFFICIALLY welcome Jeff to our Soul Runners family!
You may recognize Jeff from his time at a local running store specializing in footwear, where he’s built an impressive knowledge of shoes, running form, tips, tricks, and more.
But it’s not just his expertise and coaching history that makes him a perfect fit for our team – it’s his natural leadership skills. Jeff has a unique ability to bring people together, inspire confidence, and motivate others to push past their limits. He’s already helped many of us individually, and we know his leadership will continue to shine as he guides us on our running journeys. You'll mostly find Jeff coaching our experienced team, and leading our Sunday social runs through various routes in downtown London 🏃♀️
And, of course, you can always count on Jeff for a good dad joke or two! 😉
We’re lucky to have Jeff on board. His passion, guidance, and commitment to our running community make him an incredible asset to Soul Runners!
Coach Jeff
