Client Stories

When I first starting running in 2008, I thought all I needed to do was to run more which would help my legs get stronger. I mistakenly thought I would build up endurance and body strength simply by running. Wrong! I needed to develop muscles in my arms and back, strengthen my core, and cross train 3X per week for cardiovascular benefit. I have been adhering to my customized weekly training schedule developed by Coach Debbie since 2008. Coach Debbie customizes my weekly training to fit my age (60) and fitness level (people stop and ask me how old I am since they are intrigued and impressed by my muscle tone and fitness level). I also have a personalized workout session with Coach Debbie once a week and find this adds variety, motivation and inspiration to my training regime. I ran my third marathon in February 2012 and placed 4th in my age group. I finished 15-minutes faster than my finish time in the 2010 ING NYC Marathon. As I am aging I thought I would be slowing down, yet I am thrilled to report that I am improving. My half marathon finish times have dramatically improved to the point that I will meet a 2:00:00 or less finish time sooner than later without overtraining. As you can see, I’m a late bloomer, but I’m blooming where I’ve been planted – under the professional guidance of Coach Debbie – and having fun while staying fit and healthy!

– Donna D’Agostino

I have been with Debbie for just under a year. In that time I have gone from a mediocre level of fitness to a level higher than when I was a competitive high school and college athlete and that was almost 20 years ago. Under Debbie’s guidance, I am prepared mentally and physically on race day. Her techniques of coaching and massage therapy keep me at my best for race day and have also made me a better person. If you want the best, go with someone who cares about you as a person and as an athlete, go with Coach Debbie Leslie.

– Peter Delcos

I have known Debbie as a coach and athlete for over 11 years. In 1999, before I became the first person in the world to complete a Triathlon with no kidneys or spleen Debbie gave me training advice. Debbie has been with me through a Kidney transplant, two broken arms, a broken back two different times and many other injuries. In 2009 when I decided to do Ironman Debbie was the natural choice to use as my coach. She is not just an amazing coach but an amazing person. She truly cares about her athletes. Debbie asks the right questions so she can customize a training schedule that will get you to your goal. If she can get me, a 51 year old Kidney transplant recipient across the Ironman finish line she can help anybody accomplish their athletic goal. I became an Ironman in Florida November 6th 2010. Without Debbie’s expert coaching this never would have been possible. If you would like to speak with me personally about Coach Debbie give her your contact information and I will get in touch with you.

– David Landsberg, aka Ironman Dave, Dallas Tx