HOME RACE CALENDAR STRIDERS EVENTS GEAR/BRANDS RESOURCES MEET OUR STAFF CONTACT / INFO LOYALTY The Striders Difference - It's All About Service Whether you've never run a step in your life or have been running for 30 years, having the right shoes and equipment will help keep you healthy, comfortable, and happy to keep running and walking. At Striders every employee is rigorously trained to "fit" shoes so you know anyone that greets you is knowledgeable and able to help. We all use the products stocked in Striders so we can offer real life experiences along with expert advice. All of us are active runners spanning college athletes, life-long runners, and recent converts. Feel free to ask us advice on your running and we will try our best to help and make recommendations. We strive to make everyone feel welcome and send you out the door confident and excited for your next run. Come visit West Michigan's Local Running Store and Find Your Stride. Meet Our Staff Keenan S Manager Keenan is a long distance hiker that started to love the sport of running after his thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail in 2017. Since then, he has continued to run on both trails and roads to train for big trips in the backcountry. In 2019, he completed a thru hike of the Appalachian Trail in 94 days. He’s now back in his home state working at Striders and enjoying Michigan’s trails. When he’s not at work or out for a run, you can find Keenan hiking with his dog, fly fishing, or up north camping Kristen T I started running in 2011 when a friend told me about the couch to 5k program. I finished the program on my 37th birthday and soon after signed up for my first 5k race, followed by another 5k and another, I was officially hooked. My favorite race is the Twin Cities Marathon, my home town marathon. When I am not running I enjoy lifting weights with my husband, hanging out with our kids and exploring the Grand Rapids area. Aubrey M I started running my freshman year of high school, and I have only grown to love the sport more since I graduated. I am currently at Grand Valley studying Recreational Therapy and I am also a member of the cross country and track club. Last year I ran my first marathon, and it was so much fun! I plan to run many more in the future, and maybe compete in some ultramarathons as well. When I am not running, I enjoy being outside, spending time with friends, and riding my horse. Sara N I started running as a freshman in high school on the cross country team. I grew to love the sport, and then track, so much so that I wanted to run in college. I ran at Hope College, graduating in 2019. I am now in graduate school, studying to become a physical therapist at Grand Valley State University. In college, I loved the 5k distance during cross country season, and the mile or 1500 during track season. Since I graduated, I’ve run a half marathon and am planning on my first marathon in the fall! When I’m not running, I enjoy bouldering, hiking, fishing, reading, and writing. Nancy M .It’s been a “fun run” being a part of the Striders team since it started 24 years ago, and going to part time this past year has only made it better! You’ll see Nancy running the streets of Grandville, biking the paths, and golfing on sunny days. She’s run a marathon in her 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s and 60’s…maybe completing 26.2 at age 70 isn’t so far fetched! Stop in for some shoes and I’m sure she’ll show you a picture of her new granddaughter! . Gabby P Gabby started running when she was 15, and her love and passion for the sport continues to grow every day. She has competed in almost every distance from a 5k to a marathon. In the coming years, she plans to compete in ultramarathons, and her goal is to finish a 100-mile race at some point during her life. She is currently studying to be a physical therapist at GVSU. When she is not running, you can find her walking with her dog. The Story of Striders After Jeff witnessed how much fun his disabled daughter, Chelsea, had being pushed and pulled through a triathlon in 2006, he decided to let go of some unhealthy habits and stop smoking. Not long after, he and Chelsea began running. In 2007, Chelsea and Jeff ran their first race. The time they spent running together helped them to meet a great new community of runners and triathletes. Jeff also realized it was great therapy for him and for Chelsea’s epilepsy. After their first race together, they were hooked. They couldn’t run together enough. Over the next few years, Chelsea and Jeff pushed their physical limits with marathons and triathlons in West Michigan. In 2013, Chelsea was forever healed of her Rett Syndrome, just days after her last Riverbank run with her father. Jeff will continue to run with Chelsea by his side in spirit, and he is now able to keep the memories of his daughter alive by giving back to the running community with his wife and their store. The Jauch's hope to carry on the great legacy of Striders that the Webster family built and so graciously entrusted them to continue. Though 2016 is their first year of ownership, it will be the 18th year of Striders legacy of supporting runners. The dedicated staff will continue to encourage and assist local athletes with all their running needs. 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