Tulani M Ruffin

Tulani M Ruffin

I coach:  Marathon, Half Marathon, Base Building…and anyone in need of running advice ☺ I coach at Run On! Dallas (Mockingbird)

Background:  First marathon in 2004…and was hooked!  The love I developed for running, the incredible friendships I’ve made and the amazing training have kept me coming back year after year. 

Years Coaching & Philosophy: 12 years; DO THE WORK! 

Best advice for new Rogues:  You can do this! It won’t be easy, but we got you. Trust the coaches, trust the program, you will get results….but you have to do the work!! 

Most memorable run/race: Disney Goofy Challenge in 2010.  I was burnt out on running and sick of not PR’ing.  Ready to quit. Ran easy with friends, took pics with the all the characters, just had a blast!  This race was the perfect reset and put the fun back in running.  Taught me PR’s and goals are important, but sometimes just enjoying the day, and the running journey itself, is rewarding as well. 

Fun Fact:  My first marathon was a bucket list checkoff, supposed to be my only and I’d never traveled outside North America. I’ve now run 32 marathons in 5 countries…and counting.  Running became my joy as well as my inspiration to see the world! Where shall I go next….hmmm…