Thanks to a loyal readership and more than a little sweat on our part, WRSA attracts one of the largest groups of athletes and fitness enthusiasts in Texas. Our staff remains dedicated to bringing experience and passion for improving our fitness landscape. Our coaches are available for group training, corporate training, seminars, and fitness consulting. Our experience and expertise is unmatched in South Texas.   

 COACHING SERVICES

• Run Assesments  - We analyze proper running form, foot placement, and efficiency

• Periodized Training Plans for events such as a5k's, 10k's, and more.  These training plans are designed to fit your level of fitness and goal(s)

• Personal consultations

• Nutritional counseling

• Continual racing schedule and goal setting management

    FEES: $85 per month (contact one of our coaches below to find out more about our coaching services)

GROUP TRAINING

   Throughout the training and racing seasons WRSA hosts training programs for athletes of all levels. During the Summer and Fall months WRSA conducts an 18 week Marathon and Half Marathon training program for walkers and runners. The primary goal for this training program is the San Antonio Rock'n'Roll Marathon and Half Marathon held in mid November each year. For more information on this program visit our Rock'n'Roll Marathon/Half Marathon training page.

In the Winter/Spring months WRSA conducts a group program for those wanting to train for a 5k or 10k event. Beginners can get started or we can help experienced runners improve on their personal bests.

SEMINARS

    In addition to personalized coaching WRSA strives to promote health and fitness through wellness seminars.  We are available to conduct up to hour long seminars for your company or organization. Topics include but are not limited to the following topics:

• Running 101 - This seminar covers a bottom up approach to your training. First time runners and veterans can all benefit from learning about intensity levels and periodization. This seminar runs approximately one hour.
• Choosing Your Footwear - This is an informational seminar for both runners and non-runners on how to choose the right shoes for you feet.  We help you analyze your pronation and what to do to prevent common injuries. Runners, non-runners, and walkers can all benefit from this presentation. This seminar runs approximately one hour.
• What is a Healthy Diet? - This seminar focuses on making lifestyle changes toward a healthier you. "Quick" weight loss programs are not always the answer to a healthier lifestyle. This seminar lasts one hour.
  

COACHES 

Edgardo Gonzalez

Edgardo was born and raised in Laredo, TX and has been a running coach in South Texas since 1998.  He has worked with children and adults to help them achieve their running goals. He constantly states "If you have absolutely no experience when it comes to running then I want to work with you.  Helping someone cross the finish line of a race or helping them break through the dreaded “wall” never gets old."  Capturing that experience has been important in his  life and sharing that with others has been and will continue to be his lifetime goal.

In 2006 Edgardo chose to go back to school and became eligible to compete collegiately for the University of Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX.  There he studied for his double major in Cultural Studies and Religious Studies. In 2006 he set personal records of 4:12 in the 1500m and 16:08 in the 5000m. Later that year, he was voted to the All Heartland Conference team for his top 10 showing (5 miles in 27:37) at the conference championship in Billings, MT.  

Over the years Edgardo has completed several marathons and half marathons and qualified for Boston Marathon. Recently, he was bitten by the "Ultra" bug and has now completed races of 30 miles or more including a top 60 finish at the Sunmart Texas Trail 50 mile race in December 2007.

 "It is my goal to be a catalyst in creating a running community in San Antonio that promotes a healthier course for South Texas. As a member of WRSA you will be given the tools and resources to help shape the world where you live and run." - Edgardo Gonzalez

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 Kitty Henricksen

Kitty resides in San Antonio, TX with her husband Christian Henricksen. She is an accomplished Triathlete and Runner.  Over the years she has been a major resource in San Antonio both as an athlete, coach, and employee of Soler's Tri Store in Helotes, TX.  Her desire to improve as an athlete is unmatched by few and she uses that same motivation to help people fulfull their goals.  A main focus for her is to bring fitness in to your workplace.  She is available for corporate training in a way that is fun, flexible, and cost effective.

Kitty competed for Texas A&M University from 2001-2003 in both Track and Cross Country and continues to compete in the sport of Triathlon.  Her accolades include:

• 2007 USA Triathlon All America

• 2007 USA Traithlon Southmidwest Region 2^nd place Female

• 1^st overall Female at Wildflower 10k – 39:34

• 4^th overall Female at Pacific Crest Half Ironman – 4:48

• 1^st overall Female at Aquarena Springs Sprint Triathlon

• 1^st overall Female at Rio De Vino Sprint Tri

• 2^nd Elite Amateur Female at Dallas Toyota Open Triathlon  
  

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Dave Hartman

 Dave Hartman was named the Georgia Bulldogs Cross Country Coach of the year in 2007. Prior to his coaching stint at Georgia he spent six seasons at Texas A&M, helping establish the Aggies’ program in the Big 12 Conference. During his tenure, Texas A&M produced five cross country All-Americans. Hartman guided the men’s team to the NCAA Championships three times and the women’s team to the NCAAs once. The 19th-place finish turned in by the men in his last year was their highest since 1961. 

 Hartman preceded his stint at Texas A&M by spending two seasons at Texas-San Antonio, where he was the head cross country coach and an assistant coach with the track and field team. In 1997, Hartman guided the Texas-San Antonio men’s cross country team to its third consecutive Southland Conference championship, a second-place finish at the NCAA South Central Regional and the school’s first-ever trip to the NCAA Championships. For his efforts he was named the conference’s Cross Country Coach of the Year.

Hartman also was an All-American one season during one year at Villanova, then finished his collegiate career at Texas-San Antonio. He still holds the Southland Conference record of 29:57.48 in the 10,000 meters and clocked a time of 13:56.40 in the 5,000. In 1996 Hartman was named the SLC “Outstanding Male Track Athlete”.

A native of Santa Clarita, Calif., Hartman received his bachelor’s degree in English from Texas-San Antonio in 1996. He married the former Carla Dewey in January 2005 and she is expecting their first child in April 2008.

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Kristi Pooler

Kristi Pooler grew up in Minnesota just outside of Minneapolis and has been a runner since the age of 4 when she started running with her dad around some of Minnesota's beautiful 10,000 lakes. Her love of running pushed her to compete in high school track and cross country and in 2004 she finished her first marathon in Chicago while attending the University of Iowa.

Since then, Kristi has completed 9 marathons, 5 half marathons and several 10 milers, 10ks and 5ks. She has qualified for Boston 3 times and has run the historic race twice, most recently in April of 2008 where she ran a marathon PR of 3:22.

Kristi's passion for health and fitness paved the way for her career and she is currently working as a NASM certified personal trainer and fitness coach in San Antonio. Although she is an avid Minnesota Vikings fan, Kristi's  training philosophy can be summed up in this quote by Jeff Fisher, head coach of the Tennessee Titans, "Discipline is doing what you don't want to do so you can do what you really want to do."

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Lindsay Davidson 

 Lindsay Davidson was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ where she discovered her love for running.  She began running in high school and continued to run cross country in San Antonio for the University of Incarnate Word. Lindsay has competed in several 5k races but has recently started exploring longer distances. She has completed three half marathons and was first in her age group at the Sunmart 50k (30 miles) in December of 2007.  Whether it is running, hiking, or walking, she values spending time in the outdoors. Running helps Lindsay maintain good physical, mental, and spiritual health and she truly enjoys helping others to better themselves through running. 

"I enjoy sharing my own running experience in order to help fellow runners reach their goals and I look forward to continue learning from the incredible people that make up San Antonio's ever-growing running community!"