Hello Moms!

I’m Jenae, and I’m beyond excited to be joining the Fit4Mom Norfolk Team as your new Run Coach!

A little about me: I’m originally from Oceanside, CA, and I graduated from Boise State University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Growing up, I wasn’t much of a runner—just a few charity 5ks here and there. But after college, I decided to set myself a goal of running a marathon. I joined a local run club, got a job at a running store, and my love for running blossomed from there! Over the last 11 years, I’ve worked with running stores, race management companies, and led some amazing run clubs. My personal running journey includes 1 marathon, 13 half marathons, 1 15k, 5 10ks, and 31 5ks.

Fun Fact: In 2024, I completed 13 5ks—one each month, both during pregnancy and postpartum! (I walked one of those 5ks until I was cleared to run again after giving birth.)

Now, let me tell you a little about my family and me. My husband is in the Navy, and being married to him has given me the incredible opportunity to live in and explore some amazing places. We met in San Diego, and I had the chance to visit him while he was stationed in Rota, Spain. Since then, we’ve lived in two new places, including Norfolk in 2019, Pensacola in 2022, and now, we’re back in beautiful Virginia. We’re thrilled to be settling down here for at least the next five years. We have two little boys—Cooper, who’s 2, and Tyler, who’s 5 months old.

Outside of running and being a mom, I love doing puzzles and unwinding with a nice glass of wine. My husband and I also enjoy spending time outdoors—whether it’s camping, fishing, or just relaxing on the boat.

I’m so excited to bring my experiences and passion for running to this community. Let’s see how far we can go together on this journey!