Abby has been a member of Team Track Shack since 2017 and is eager for another season! She began her fitness journey in 2015 with Track Shack’s training programs after her first baby and discovered a passion for running. Abby has maintained a 90+ pound weight loss with her dedication to running. She shares her running journey, motivation, and achievements on Instagram, inspiring others with her dedication and progress.

Run to follow Abby on Instagram: @abbyrunsorlando

After returning to Orlando in 2004, Amy ran with MarathonFest for a couple years and then transitioned to 5 & Dime with Coach Dave, where she has remained for the past 20+ years and where she met her husband Victor! She has run 9 marathons, including 2008's Boston Marathon, one 50K and numerous half marathons, 10ks, 5ks and various distances. In addition to running, Amy coaches the Cheetah's Jr Running Club, which brings her immense joy, as she loves guiding young runners. Her favorite Track Shack events are the Run for the Trees and the Lady Track Shack 5K. She treasures her involvement with Team Track Shack, including her memorable experience as a concierge volunteer at the Olympic Marathon Trials, and is grateful for the opportunity to support others in their running journeys.

Andrew started running in 2013 and has no plans on stopping! He started his racing journey in 2016 and has been on Team Track Shack since 2019. His first ever 5K was Track Shack's Winter Park 5K and is known as his favorite race to this day. Since then, he has run countless 5k races, 10k events and half marathons. Andrew attributes much of his success and personal growth to the sport, to the Orlando running community, and to his Track Shack family.

Over the years, running has become an integral part of Charlene's life, providing her with joy, time for reflection, and a sense of community. Charlene has been a member of Team Track Shack and has also served as an Ambassador, finding fulfillment in supporting others and representing Track Shack. Her first pair of running shoes and track spikes were purchased at Track Shack, and she has continued to rely on them for gear, training, and camaraderie ever since.

Cheryl started running in her 20's to stay healthy, and she quickly found the Track Shack community through local run clubs and races. She's participated in Marathonfest and 5 & Dime training programs since 2008, and she has run more than 50 marathons (favorites are Boston, Chicago, Space Coast, and Celebration). She enjoys pacing Track Shack's OUC Orlando Half Marathon every year because she loves helping others achieve their running goals. When she isn't running, she enjoys spending time with her Frenchies and watching baseball.

Chris started his running journey 23 years ago and learned about Track Shack through a local run club. Chris loves spending time at Track Shack races and talking to the people of Central Florida about running. His favorite race is the OUC Orlando Half Marathon!

11 full marathons, 52 half marathons, countless 10ks, 5ks, trail races, relays and duathlons later- He's not stopping any time soon! Dave is a long-time runner with Track Shack and is stoked to be back on the Team. Dave is all about sharing the stoke and does so in every endeavor. His favorite Track Shack event is the Winter Park Road Race.

Eric has been running recreationally since 2009, but it wasn’t until his wife started doing races that he got bit by the competitive running bug. In 2020, he decided to up his game and joined the Five and Dime training program through Track Shack. As an Ambassador for three seasons, Eric fell in love with encouraging runners of all levels and found his tribe at the Track Shack community. This is Eric's second season on Team Track Shack!

Kelly Himel has been running for 18 years, completing 18 marathons, 9 Dopey Challenges, and over 60 half-marathons. She ran through her entire first pregnancy, completed the Boston Marathon and even managed to win her age group in the Track Shack Running Series. Balancing running with a full-time job and life as a mom, Kelly aims to improve her 5K time in the upcoming series. Joining local running groups after moving to Orlando 9 years ago, she found a second family at Track Shack that inspired her to achieve her running goals. Kelly's commitment to running continues to be a source of joy and personal growth, both for herself and as a role model for her daughter.

Kevin has been running with Track Shack since January 2006. He loves running in Downtown Orlando and supporting the Orlando community so, his favorite race is the OUC Orlando Half Marathon. Disney Marathons have become his favorite marathons to run, and he has completed 8 of them. Kevin is originally from Georgia and moved to Florida in 2001. Kevin attended Appling County High School in Baxley , GA , where he was on the track team as a 1 & 2 Mile Runner.

Laura started running 15 years ago, and since then has completed 22 half marathons and two full marathons. She currently runs with the Marathonfest training group and on the “off days” can be found at Disney or snuggling with her toddler and two golden doodles.

A Central Florida resident for over 27 years, Michael was born in Oregon and grew up in northern Michigan. He has been running for 25 years, completing 66 marathons as well as hundreds of other races. A television producer, writer, and editor by trade, having worked for local companies such as Golf Channel and Disney, his very favorite activities are traveling, running marathons and other races, learning about other cultures, and cheering for his beloved Chicago Cubs. His very favorite races are the Winter Park Road Race, Chicago Marathon, and OUC Half Marathon. If you run a race around the Orlando area, you’re likely to see Mike wearing his recognizable Under Armour caps and a Track Shack singlet, so stop by and say hi!

Michelle is a wife, mom, triathlete, Principal and  overall fitness enthusiast.  Running since high school, it has been a true highlight of life!  Track Shack races have been a part of the Nunez life as long as we can remember!  Each one of the Nunez kids (and foster children) grew up at the races.  These days, Michelle is getting ready for the 2025 Kona IronMan World Championship Race in Hawaii in October.  In addition to seeking an Ironman PR this year, Michelle is still hoping to achieve a sub 18 minute 5k.  Michelle fills her “off time” with running, swimming, and biking, but most of her daylight hours are spent at Galileo School for Gifted Learning, where she considers herself the luckiest Principal around.   Michelle is looking forward to another awesome Track Shack season and is thankful to Track Shack for their dedication to the running community. 

Run to follow Michelle on Instagram: @_michellenunez

Nathan has been with Track Shack and Team Track Shack for over 20 years! He not only coaches many local runners but also embodies a deep love for running. Nathan ran for Florida State University and has completed four marathons and numerous half marathons over his career, with plans for more in the future. If you have any training or product questions at Track Shack, Nathan is your go-to expert!

Ralphy Perez is no stranger to road races, having completed over 12 marathons and 51 half marathons, along with numerous 5ks and other distances. His running journey began young, and he transitioned to marathons in 2011 with Track Shack's MarathonFest. Serving on Team Track Shack has been a great honor for Ralphy. He is passionate about making running a safe and inclusive sport for everyone. Ralphy's favorite part of running is sharing miles with inspiring individuals in the local community and constantly seeking new ways to connect and grow with his teammates.

Rebecca began running 12 years ago after moving back to Orlando, when she joined the Track Shack Galloway group and quickly fell in love with the sport. Since then, she has participated in races across the country and embraced her competitive side through running. A busy mom of two, Rebecca now works as a women’s running coach, holding certifications through ProNatal Fitness, UESCA, and USATF. She also serves on the board of Girls on the Run Central Florida, where she is passionate about empowering the next generation of runners. 

Before coaching, Rebecca worked as an elementary school teacher and was honored as the 2013 Teacher of the Year for the Orleans Parish School Board. Today, she lives in Winter Park with her family, balancing her love of motherhood, running, and community service.

Run to follow Rebecca on Instagram: @byrebeccabrown

Vanessa has been running since 2015. Initially a way to relieve stress, running has become a personal passion for Vanessa. She started with the Couch to 5k app and has since progressed to marathon running, including the NYC Marathon, a race she cherished as a spectator growing up. Vanessa has been part of Team Track Shack since 2021, serving as an Ambassador for 2 years before joining the team. She values the community and friendships she has formed through running, particularly with the Orlando Galloway Program. Vanessa's journey reflects her belief that every pace matters, and she continues to inspire others by running races while pregnant, postpartum, and pushing a stroller.

Victor has been involved with the Central Florida running community since 2009, devoting his time to the Track Shack Five & Dime training program, the Orlando Runners Club, and most recently, Team Track Shack and the Track Shack Youth Foundation. In his non-running free time, he and his wife, Amy, enjoy visiting tropical destinations, spending time with family and friends, and supporting the local arts. They currently reside in College Park, where there is a very good chance you will spot Victor getting in his daily mileage.

Amy began her running journey in 1999, she went outside for some fresh air and walked to the stop sign, then ran to the next one. The next day she did it again and suddenly was doing it every day! After a while, Amy reached out to a Channel 2 news reporter who she heard liked to run for advice and was referred to Track Shack! Before long, she signed up for her first race, The Watermelon 5K (which remains her favorite race!) and was hooked. She has participated in a number of Track Shack training programs and completed 23 marathons including Disney, New York, Chicago, Marine Corp, Savannah, completed the Dopey Challenge and countless other 5K’s, 10K’s, Half Marathons and Challenges! Amy has helped coordinate and organize her employer’s participation in the Corporate 5k and now even has her grandkids running in the Track Shack Kids Races. Running is her happy place, surrounded by good, positive and friendly people. Amy loves being part of the running community and is excited to be part of Track Shack’s Ambassador Program to help spread the word of what a great community partner Track Shack is!

Ashley LaMontagne began her journey with Track Shack as a pre-teen. Ashley's passion for running, instilled by her active parents, has persisted ever since. She has been a dedicated Track Shack Fanatic since 2017. Despite taking short breaks for the births of her babies, Ashley remains committed to running for fitness, socialization, and mental well-being.

Run to follow Ashley on Instagram: @tashdubya

Breana runs to meet like minded individuals, stay active and become a better version of herself each day! Her favorite races are the Space Coast Half Marathon, RunDisney and the Park Avenue 5K! Breana loves Track Shack because their races allowed her to find a community where she is valued and supported! (Also the best running gear) 

Run to follow Breana on all platforms: @sherunsthegame

Crystal started running in 2020 to get healthy. In the same year, she went through a lot of life changes, and running gave her peace through all of it. Along Crystal’s  journey, she found Track Shack races, which gave her specific goals and milestones to work towards. Crystal has found a love for the running community and could not be more grateful for the opportunity. Last season, she completed her first longer runs with 4 10Ks and 2 Half Marathons. This season she is recovering from an injury, so she may not be the fastest, but she will be out there! Crystal’s ran the Fanatic Series, the OUC Half Marathon, and at least one event in the last Run Disney Season. If you see her on the course, she is likely listening to an audiobook or her latest music hyper fixation. After the races, you will likely find her on a search for Breakfast Tacos! Crystal looks forward to meeting more people at the upcoming races! 

Run to follow Crystal on TikTok: @crystal.clear.run and Facebook @ Crystal Clear Running

Deana loves to chase stars and different states. She believes "Dopey is a state of mind" and finds joy in running alongside her husband. As a dedicated coach, she’s passionate about supporting and cheering on others in their fitness journeys. You can often find her running with the Track Shack crew or at Track Shack's Sunday Run at The Salty. F

Run to follow Deana on Instagram: @runnergirld

Debbie is 65 years old, married 44 years to her childhood sweetheart of 50 years. They have 4 daughters and 5 grandchildren. She began her running fitness journey in 2012, inspired by her oldest daughter, who had run several Disney races, marathons, and half marathons. It was because of her that we found out about Track Shack and their amazing training programs, races events and their fabulous shoes and merchandise. Debbie and her husband have been Track Shack Fanatics since 2018. They’ve run together in countless 5K’s, 10K’s, Half Marathon’s and even challenged themselves to do a 8K Mountain Trail race. Their picture from the Battle of the Bands 5K last season was selected to be featured on the special events signs that was placed out at every Fanatic’s Race event! They’ve joined several run clubs around the Orlando area and met so many great people through the running community that share the same passion as them that truly inspire them to never stop running. Running keeps Debbie physically healthy and improves her personal self-confidence. It makes her stronger and ready to take on life’s challenges and also helps reduce her stress levels. Debbie would like to thank the amazing team at Track Shack for helping her to be successful in achieving her running goals. Debbie’s favorite running gear is cute Sprints hats, and she has quite the collection. You’ll see her wearing them at every race event and run club days.

Elyssa is a 7x Marathon finisher- having done the Disney Marathon 5x, and London and NYC each once. Her first time ever running more than 1 mile was at the Star Wars 10K in 2018 with some friends- she said, “that was fun, but I don’t need to do that again!” Well... 7+ years later and Elyssa has done more races than she can count. Elyssa loves to travel, and running is one of her favorite ways to explore new places. She is a big fan of pasta, pizza, and chocolate chip cookies. Elyssa is from NJ originally but has been in Orlando since 2018 and you can find her every Saturday training with Marathon Fest!

Run to follow Elyssa on Instagram: @elyssahirsch

Gian is originally from Venezuela, where he started to run in 2015. In 2017, Gian moved to Orlando, he was running by himself until 2019 when he heard about Track Shack on Instagram! He decided to run the Run 4 Love race in 2019 and since that race, he has enjoyed running the Track Shack Running Series races. Run 4 Love remains his favorite race as well as the Winter Park Road Race. In 2022, Gian ran the Chicago Marathon, his first Marathon! One of his goals is to run all of the World Marathon Majors. Gian is excited to be back as an ambassador for the second year in a row. 
Run to follow Gian on Instagram: @giancavedoni

Gigi is a nurse practitioner and very passionate about health and well-being, not only for herself, but for her family, friends, co-workers, and patients. She started her running journey in 2011 to raise funds and awareness for neurofibromatosis, which has affected her family. Gigi's first race was a half-marathon, but she made sure that she trained for it and was ecstatic when she finished it! Shortly after, someone told Gigi about Track Shack, and she joined her kids’ teachers at her first Track Shack race—Corporate 5K in 2012.  Since then, Gigi has done dozens of races, including the Fanatic Series, the Disney Princess Half-Marathon, and a couple of Space Coast Races. Gigi's favorite race is Run for the Trees.

Run to follow Gigi on Instagram and X: @healthgeeknp

Heather has been running off and on for about 12 years. What started off as her friend not wanting to run alone has turned into 12 plus years of races and adventures. Heather loves running at Disney and will do so any chance she gets. Heather has become a fixture in the Orlando running community by helping run a couple of run clubs during the week.

Run to follow Heather on Instagram: @runningwyld87

A central Florida native, Heather has been running competitively (including Track Shack races) for over 30 years. Aside from being a former Track Shack series champion, she has also ran 52 Marathons , 100 + Half Marathons and countless other races of all distances! As a mother of two daughters, a teacher, and a coach, running has always been something she cherishes! Running provides a healthy outlet for daily stress, a chance to focus on self-improvement and personal goals. Her favorite races are Boston and Chicago marathons, the OUC half and Disney Princess Half. Representing Track Shack is always an honor, and she hopes to continue to inspire others to be the best version of themselves! 

Run to follow Heather on Instagram: @heatherunz

Kate is the retail manager for Raw Threads Athletics and lives and runs in sunny Orlando. Kate was not a runner when she was younger but grew up in Texas being active and playing many sports like softball, basketball, and volleyball. She graduated from high school in 2002 and went to Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas where she played volleyball as an outside hitter and earned a degree in health and fitness management. After graduating from college and moving to Orlando, she felt the need to get back into a competitive sport. She began running and started by signing up for a few 5ks, and in 2013 she completed her first half marathon, the Walt Disney World Half Marathon. After running her first 13.1 miles she was hooked and has now run 41 half marathons, 1 marathon, and has 2 more marathons coming up this coming race season! She has been a Track Shack Fanatic for the past seven years and cannot wait to do it all again this season. You can follow along with her running adventures on Instagram as well as see more fun things she loves doing around Orlando, like going to theme parks, local breweries, and trying all kinds of food and snacks!

Run to follow Kate on Instagram: @katemalo

A Florida native, Lauren moved from the Tampa area to Orlando in the mid-2000s to attend UCF — and never left! Now a proud mom of three girls, she balances family life with her passion for running and building community, both on and off the course. When she’s not training, she works as a marketing director for a company in downtown Orlando. This fall, she’s excited to take on her third marathon — Chicago! 

Lisa has been running since 2012, inspired by her twin sister. Her journey began with Track Shack's Reindeer Run and quickly progressed to the Miami Half Marathon, which she ran with her twin! Since then, Lisa has completed 13 marathons and over 30 half marathons, as well as numerous other races across the country and around the world. An active board member of the Orlando Runners Club for over 10 years, Lisa values the sense of community and the friendships she has built through running. Lisa's favorite race is the OUC Half Marathon, which she has run every year since 2013. When not running or working as a nurse practitioner, Lisa enjoys spending time with her husband and their dog, trying new foods, and traveling.

Matt is a three-time Track Shack Ambassador and is always ready and excited for wherever his running takes him. Matt has participated in Five and Dime, Marathonfest, and is an active assistant in the Cheetahs Running Club. His favorite race is the OUC Half Marathon, running it 10 times total, and 8 years straight, currently. Matt is proud to be a member of the Track Shack community for the friends, family and support Track Shack gives to the Orlando running community.

Run to follow Matt on Instagram: @mustconstructaddtionalpylons

Mellissa is the Managing Director for a law firm by day and a punk pop and running fan by night. Mellissa started running late in life, running her first 5K (Track Shack's Ladies 5K) in 2013 and completing her first Marathon (WDW) on her 40th birthday 2 years later.  Since then, she has run 8 more Marathons, 20 Half's, and over 100 5K's.  She has been a Track Shack Fanatic for the past 10 years and an Ambassador for St. Pete Run Fest since 2022.  In 2021, she was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Raynaud's Syndrome and has since worked to adjust her training to continue running - she believes in an attitude of gratitude for every day she is healthy and can keep running!

 Run to follow Mellissa on Instagram & X: @punkpoprunning

Rene began running in February 2024, shortly after a painful personal experience pushed him to make a change. His first race was the Watermelon 5K and from that moment, he was all in: joining run clubs, traveling to races, and participating in nearly every Track Shack event since. He is a Father of 3, a professional touring musician Bassist and a Voting Grammy member that has been part of dozens of nominated recordings. A life-long Miami sports fan, he loves his Miami teams -  Hurricanes, Dolphins, Panthers, Marlins, Miami International-CF, and Heat.  When you don’t find him running at run clubs and races you can find him on a stage somewhere in the world!  

Run to follow Rene on Instagram: @GroovinCuban

Scott first began his running journey in 2021 when he was signed up by a friend for the NYC Marathon. Being the kid who used to tell his High School gym teacher that he didn’t want to run the required lap around the track, somehow he finished that race in 6 hours and 30 minutes. Scott has now done over 16 Marathons and countless other races, slowly getting faster, even winning a few races and improving his health along the way. His favorite race is a tie between the NYC and Berlin Marathons. Scott is currently training for the Philadelphia Marathon and hoping to Boston Qualify within the next year! Scott enjoys running because the energy of a race course is truly unmatched - and he has met so many friends and chosen family along the way.

Run to follow Scott on Instagram and TikTok: @scotterkinz

Tracy is so thrilled to be a Track Shack ambassador! You’ll find this Peloton obsessed, avid runner always dressing in theme, and she loves a good challenge medal! She is always running at Disney and striving to medal in a race in all 50 states as her long term racing goal. This year, Tracy hopes to best her marathon time at her first World Majors in Chicago! Her 6th marathon will be followed closely by Honolulu and her 4th Dopey Challenge in January. She started running back in 2018 to help deal with the grief of the loss of her best friend and the love grew through Covid and beyond. Tracy loves the camaraderie of the local running communities found through living in central Florida and racing with Track Shack. Supporting a local business that is always giving back makes her a proud ambassador! She has a solemate in her boyfriend, Chris, and a wonderful 11yo daughter, GiGi, who both give her constant love and support in all the crazy racing she does!

Run to follow Tracy on Instagram: @TKRunsDisney

William is an Orlando-native who started running his freshman year at Edgewater High School. Like many others in the Central Florida community, he got his first pair of running shoes (and many more after) at Track Shack. Running started for him as a way to get in shape, but quickly developed into an integral part of his life. To William, the pursuit of PR’s becomes much more fulfilling when you are chasing them with others, and that's why he loves being a part of Team Track Shack. Today, he runs not only for the the opportunities to be competitive, but the celebration and recognition of efforts beyond time, and the opportunity to experience the sport with others while mutually fostering each others success and supporting one another. His current goal is to run all of the World Marathon Majors by the age of 30!