Ellie is a Brit and Canadian, working as an online running coach for Sharman Ultra and currently residing in North Vancouver, BC. She took up running in her early 20s and in the past 15 years has run over 60 marathons and ultramarathons both on road and trail. Her career highlights include 2 x IAU World 100k champion, 2 x Western States 100 mile champion, and Comrades 89k champion. Ellie holds numerous course records including Western States 100 miler, JFK 50 miler, Canadian Death Race, and Run for the Toad 50k.
Full Name: Ellie Greenwood
Birthday: March 14, 1979
Age: 36
Age I feel: Pretty much what I am.
My Occupation: Online running coach for Sharman Ultra Coaching
Resident Of: North Vancouver, BC
Not Many People Know: I did highland dancing classes as a child.
Tattoos: Nope.
If I Had a Superpower: I would be able to heal all runner's injuries.
Perfect Day: A training session in the trails with my run club, followed by coffee and an afternoon snowshoe, a Skype call with my family, and a chilled evening meal with friends.
I Indulge On: Baked goods. I'd weigh 20 lb. less if I didn't have a sweet tooth.
Best Gift: Money toward a flight back to the UK for my first Christmas home in 15 years.
Workout Routine: Varies hugely but I run 5-7 days per week in peak season and aim for a gym session 2x per week and yoga minimum once a week.
Inspired By: Lizzy Hawker, Krissy Moehl.
Proudest Moment: Winning Comrades in 2014.
Passionate About: Running & the whole running community.
One Word to Describe Me: Enthusiastic.
Wouldn't Be Caught Dead: Cheating. Winning isn't the be all and end all, dong one's best is.
Introvert or Extrovert: Introvert.
Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate.
What I Eat Before A Run: Oatmeal with chia seeds, hemp hearts, banana, & some Manuka Honey. Plus a cup of tea.
Fueled By: Udo's Oil (US/CA)
Flora Products I Love: Manuka Honey, Red Beet Crystals, all the teas but especially Rooibos.
Average Weekly Mileage: Varies on the time of year and what races are approaching. Quality is as important as quantity.
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