I tell people all the time that Alysha changed my life, and it's true. A year ago I was a couch potato who spent her entire adult life yoyo-dieting and never getting anywhere. I battled minor depressive periods and my life was basically just chaos. Now, exactly 365 days later, that has all changed. Beyond the 65lbs weight loss, I have gained so much! I went from barely ever doing exercise to being able to run 10 miles! I got a real grasp on how to eat realistically for a lifetime and not just restrict calories. I made slow, real, sustainable progress by learning how to show up for myself everyday. And the big one- I learned how my mindset is really what controls everything. I learned how to talk to myself and push myself. I learned who I am and how to get to who I want to be. None of this would have been possible if I hadn't been introduced to Alysha. Her giving me the tools I needed, combined with unending positive support, changed everything for me. The changes I've made to my health have impacted every part of my life. I never want to go back to where I was.

I have been with Alysha now for over a year and I honestly wish I would have listened to my sister and joined sooner! Nothing else seemed to work with me since I left PA school and was working full time. My eating and alcohol consumption habits were total trash. I had run a marathon the year prior and was working on my second but was really kind of winging it. I never, I mean NEVER, thought I would have a sub 5 hour marathon based on how I started, and this past one I finished in 4:24 with Alysha’s help and guidance. I am still working to get faster and will continue to make new PRs with Alysha’s help. My favorite thing is that instead of dieting hard and totally restricting myself, she has changed the way I look at food and alcohol. I can still eat and enjoy the fun stuff but just doing it in different ways. I also find that having a plan laid out for me makes it so much easier to complete because there are no extra decisions to make, just do what’s laid out for you. I have lost 20 lbs with this program and gained tons of confidence, muscle and new friends. There is nothing like seeing others on the struggle bus right along with you to push you through! Love this program and love the What Runs You Crew! ❤️

I suffered a mental breakdown after my marriage of 16 years failed. I could not get out of bed most days other than going to work. I been on this program for a month now and I am breaking up with these demons. Excited to see how far I can take it!!! Thank you Alysha guiding and coaching me through this progress!

When I started wit Alysha, I was in a place of not knowing where to even begin with running and I was even doing it the right way. I started with the Couch to 5K app and my goal was to run a 5K without stopping. That app did me no good and I got injured. That's when I said, "F this! I need professional help if I'm going to achieve this goal." That's when I found Alysha! I have now accomplished my 5K goal, and I'm on my way to running a half marathon. Working with Alysha has given me so much confidence and purpose. I've never felt so food about myself, that I can and will do the things I set my mind to. What Runs You has made me so strong, not just physically, but mentally! A year ago I got divorced and I was in such a bad place. I didn't know who I was or what it meant to love myself. Working with Alysha has completely changed my life in a way I never thought fitness would. This is now a life style for me. I am on a forever self love journey of putting myself first, doing what makes me happy, and setting goals for myself, knowing I can and WILL accomplish them.

I was about 14 months postpartum and then the COVID shutdown happened. After about a month of some unhealthy habits, I knew I would come out of quarantine in a bad place if I didn't make a change. I had saw some friends post about Alysha, and after talking to them, I decided to give Alysha a call. I'm so glad I did! We worked out a plan that incorporated my goals and I hit the ground running. I am 90 days in and I have lost about 25lbs. This morning I ran 6 miles before work. This program has given me energy, results, and happiness. It encompasses all aspects of wellness and really hits on nutrition mindfulness, which has always been a pain point for me. I can confidently say I am learning balance in eating and making peace with food. This program has given me the power to control my wellness journey and make lifestyle changes that have become part of my everyday routine. I am so thinakful for the program and the community that comes along with it. I attribute a lot of my success to the other women in the group and their motivation and positivity. I'm happy to be here and don't plan on going anywhere anytime soon!

Five months ago I knew I had to make a decision. I could continue to lead the unhealthy life I was leading or I could do something and change course. I had been following Alysha for months and decided it was time. It has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. Has it been easy? Nope But nothing that is worth it ever is. What Runs You is so much more than a running plan. It is a plan for improving every aspect of your life. I just ran my first 5k in 20 years. If you would have told me 5 months ago this was possible I would have laughed in your face and told you, you were crazy. As a busy principal I love that my plan is all set and I don’t have to think about it. I just open the app and get to work. I didn’t need to invest in a $2000 piece of equipment either. I just needed to invest in myself. Alysha and her tribe at What Runs You has changed my life.

As a “new again” runner after a long hiatus, Alysha and her community have helped me fall back in love with running. It not only has me on track to cross the line at a marathon, but the daily tasks and community make the process so enjoyable. Alysha is also always there for you.

I’m a mom of 3 under 3. Twin toddler boys and another boy 4 months ago. I have always led an active lifestyle with my husband. I could eat whatever, drink whatever, and it never affected me. Then I had kids...lol Everything shifted after my twins. My Diastasis Recti got worse after my last baby. And the fat just didn’t disappear. I wallowed in self pity for 3 months. Feeling bad for myself. Feeling bad about my body. Being ashamed of how I looked in front of the mirror. I felt like a failure. I ate my feelings. Binge watched tv (during the kids nap time and after they went to bed). I made no effort to change. As I was scrolling through tiktok a month ago, I ran across @whatrunsyou. I watched SEVERAL of her videos. She completely drew me in! “She totally gets me!” I said. She’s the REAL DEAL. She 💯 understands. Without hesitation, I knew I had to be apart of her program. It hasn’t been easy, but is anything REALLY worth it, easy? No. I love this community of amazing woman, kickin butt one day at a time. The support is nothing but incredible. Everyone is so on fire for YOU! We cheer each other on, lift each other up when we’re down, and push each other when we can’t get off the damn recliner. I’ve never felt more welcome and apart of such an amazing fitness community. This is it, guys. This is what you’ve been looking for. I live life with these women. From being a mom, to the busy grind of everyday life. You won’t be disappointed. I know I’m not.

It’s hard to begin to explain how Alysha and her program have changed my life. It’s not simply a program, it’s an experience. As a coach Alysha is supportive & knowledgeable. This little family she has built of strong women working toward their goals is such a warm & welcoming community. It truly encompasses all women and what they need to be successful in their goals. Her positivity and her drive is contagious. The structure and accountability is like nothing I have tried in the past. She has way of teaching all fitness levels with ease, while encouraging us to keep going. It’s not all about running, the mental coaching is beyond reproach. Alysha is there for you every step of the way and accessible when you need her. The women in this program have become fast friends and lend support and encouragement to each other everyday! I have encouraged all my friends and family to join and would 100% recommend her. If you are thinking of making a change and doing something for yourself you won’t be disappointed by joining the What Runs You Crew.

When I started with Alysha, I just finished my first half marathon. I had bigger marathon goals and know I needed help because I have always lacked consistency when it comes to a health and fitness. When I first spoke to Alysha, it was so obvious that she was knowledgeable. She gave me advice that my own physical therapist had given me. I trusted she would give me all the tools to help me achieve my running goals. What I didn't realize is that she would help me navigate from who I am to who I really want to be. She has helped me grow in ways that exceed physical fitness. This community of women is something I didn't even realize I needed in my life. Everyday, when I log on the app, I know that I have over 200 women supporting me and cheering me on with the best leader in Alysha. She is a light in my life and has helped me find my own spark again.

I struggle with consistency. I have always loved running, but I haven't always loved sticking to a training plan. I have a habit of signing up for lengthy races, training for a week or two, and then walk/running my way to the finish line feeling miserable. In June I decided I wanted to run a marathon but I didn't know where to start. I tried watching YouTube and TikTok videos of other runners, and somehow stumbled across Alysha at What Runs You. She had just launched the Start Line series with @mrsspacecadet, and it was exactly what I was looking for. It has been two months working with Coach Alysha and I just ran a freaking 5K! It was AMAZING! What I am most thankful for are the women in the Crew. Being able to sit down (virtually) on a weekly basis and talk through our struggles and our successes has been invaluable. When I've had a hard run (there is no such thing as a bad run, just hard ones), I know I have a list of people I can reach out to for support, including Alysha who always has the advice I need to hear.

Growing up, my experience with working out has always been tense. I struggled with having a bad relationship with food, not providing myself enough fuel to exercise, and suffered from childhood sports induced asthma. This made PE hard and extra curricular sports difficult, as well. Even though I did try and wanted to be involved in several courses, I can remember always being the last one to finish when my class had to run the mile. I have loads of other memories that are far from pleasant. Thinking back now it was always “don't ask when it will be over, just wait until they say it’s done.” And then I’d be off to the nurses office because my teacher had us run until I was sick. Fast forward to about 8 years ago, I participated in my first 5k. I walked the whole time, but from then on I wanted to like running. The last 8 years have been an uphill battle until now. I am only 3 weeks into my program with Alysha, and I have a new relationship with my body and the way we communicate. The crazy part is, I love running now. I never thought I’d say that, especially so quickly. Thanks to Alysha’s coaching, I’ve seen a huge difference in my form. I’ve gained confidence in my eating habits, viewing my food as fuel. I am not beating myself down for having a hard day, and I see small progressions to big accomplishments, knowing everything will happen with patience and time. What drew me in was her ability to take people who hated running but wanted to run, and help them change their identity. I am a runner now. I run almost everyday, looking forward to where I’d adventure. I’ve taken on the identity. The work is there, and I have to show up for myself. There’s been a lot of sweat and dedication put into my program, and I’m so excited that it’s just the beginning. I’d love to write more, as I continue to run. And to anyone else who decides to join: I think when we’re perceptive to change is when change really happens. If you want to take on the identity of a runner, I would challenge you to try it. Even just a few weeks, give it your whole heart and see how easily you slip into the activity. I think humans were built to run, we just need a gentle reminder.