Kaitlin Donner
Women's Marathon
Qualifying Time: 2:36:31
Qualifying Race: 2023 Bakline's McKirdy Micro Marathon
Date of Birth
08/02/89
Age on Race Day
34
Current Residence
Indian Harbour Beach, FL
Hometown
Satellite Beach, FL
High School
Satellite High School
Current Affiliation
New Wave Racing
Profession
Physical Therapist/ Coach / Owner at New Wave Sports Performance
Marathon PB
2:36:31
First Trials qualification
Yes
Number of attempts to qualify
1
College(s)
University of Florida
Career Highlights
While running at the University of Florida, I was a member of several SEC Championship teams (cross country, indoor and outdoor track). I then transitioned to triathlon while in PT school, qualifying for the U.S. National Team and competed in two Olympic selection events while racing internationally as a professional for seven years.
Family
I married my husband, Ed, 12 years ago here in Florida and we have two sons: Chris (4) and Mikey (1.5 years old). I grew up watching and cheering for my mom as she ran marathons and competed in Boston. My parents, Kathleen and Randall, are the most supportive parents I could ask for and I'm lucky to have them live only a couple miles away.
Greatest Accomplishment
My two sons are by far my biggest accomplishment and everything I do is for them.
Interesting Story
I own New Wave Sports Performance, where I am a physical therapist, strength coach and running/triathlon coach, which is really fun. I get to work with athletes everyday and be a small part of helping them chase their biggest goals and dreams.
Favorite Book
The Sports Gene
Favorite Movie
Remember the Titans
Favorite TV Show/Series
Friends
Favorite Post-race Indulgence
Ice cream
Favorite Breakfast
Egg and avocado toast
Favorite Motivational Quote
"Feelings don't dictate outcomes." - Gwen Jorgensen
Favorite Running Memory
Qualifying for the Trials, but for reasons completed unrelated to the time or actually qualifying. We traveled to New York for the race as a family, then my husband and kids were there throughout the race and due to the nature of the looped course I got to see them almost 10 times. Chris, my 4-year-old, was cheering "Go Mommy go" throughout the race and that alone are moments I will never forget.
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