About L2 Endurance Coaching
L2 Endurance Coaching is built around the belief that progress comes from consistency, not perfection. As a running coach based in Columbia, SC, I work with runners of all levels who want structure, support, and a realistic approach to training that fits real life.
My Story
I started running in early 2019, after losing over 180 pounds, down from a high of about 360 in 2018. At the time, running wasn’t about racing or performance. It was about reclaiming my health and building consistency one step at a time.
Over time, running became something more. I learned how powerful simple, sustainable training can be, and how much confidence comes from showing up regularly. Since then, I’ve run races ranging from 5Ks to the marathon distance and continue to learn what works best for real people with real schedules.
What I don’t always lead with: somewhere along the way, I had a heart attack. I came back from it, and I ran my first full marathon after that, not before. So when I say it’s never too late to start, or to start again, I mean it.
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Rusty Painter,
ISSA-Certified Running Coach
Interested in working together?
If you’re looking for structure, support, and a realistic approach to training that fits your life, I’d love to help. Reach out and tell me a bit about your goals. There’s no pressure, just a conversation to see if we’re a good fit.
