Personal Best Performances
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5k 17:56
10k 36:57
Half Marathon 1:18:28
Marathon 2:59:21
Coach
Lynsey Romano
Lynsey Romano is the driving force behind Skyline Run Coaching, which she founded in 2017 with a vision to elevate the standard of recreational run coaching. Based in Calgary, Skyline Run Coaching serves a diverse clientele, offering both in-person coaching and virtual support to athletes worldwide. Lynsey is passionate about guiding runners of all levels, from beginners aiming to complete their first race to seasoned athletes striving for new personal bests.
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With a strong background in the science and art of coaching, Lynsey holds multiple certifications, including NCCP Club Coach, RRCA Running Coach, Training Peaks Certified Coach, NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist, and RunDNA Gait Analyst. Her approach to coaching is grounded in a philosophy of consistency, balance, and individualized attention, helping athletes integrate their training with their personal and professional lives.
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Under her leadership, Skyline has grown from a small grassroots organization to a thriving community of over 120 athletes supported by a dedicated team of seven coaches. More than just a coach, Lynsey is a mentor, lifelong learner, and advocate for injury prevention, sustainable training practices, and the joy of running. Whether she's working with a new runner or a seasoned competitor, Lynsey's mission is to foster a supportive environment where every athlete can thrive and achieve their goals without compromising other aspects of their lives.
What is your best coaching advice?
How do you help athletes overcome setbacks, such as injuries or mental fatigue, during their training?
This is the hard stuff! My priority is always to address the athletes' well-being first and foremost. I believe open communication is key and the goal is to stay in front of these issues whenever possible. I work closely with my athletes to adjust their training plans, ensuring that we're never pushing through pain or burnout. Sometimes it's a matter of making some strategic adjustments to weekly schedules, and other times I'm collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure we're making informed decisions. We might substitute high-impact workouts with cross-training, or focus on mobility and strength exercises that support recovery. The main objective is always to keep the athlete progressing, even if the path looks different for a while.
What is your coaching philosophy?
Essentially it all comes down to this: Start where you're at. Work the extremes, Bring it all together. Leave nothing behind. The work of Steve Magness heavily influences this philosophy.
What is the most rewarding aspect of coaching for you?
Beyond the results, it's the relationships I build with my athletes that matter most. Supporting them not only as runners but as whole individuals—helping them balance their training with life's demands—is what truly drives me. The trust they place in me and the sense of community we create together is incredibly meaningful. That connection, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on their lives, is the heart of why I love what I do.
What is your favourite funning mantra?
Relax and flow.
Q+A with Lynsey
Value consistency over immediate results.  We need to structure training and develop athletes that can continually 'do the training so they can do the training' - stacking together incremental progress to produce big gains over time.