Shelia Baran
Sheila Baran – Assistant Coach Yellow Group
Fastest Marathon Time: 6:09:22
Marathons Completed: Chicago Marathon (2006)
Half Marathons Completed: Silver Comet (2004), ING Atlanta (2007, 2008)
Other races: Peachtree Road Race (2006), Silver Comet 10k (2007, 2009), Acworth Women’s Sprint Tri (2004, 2005, 2006, 2007), Calloway Gardens Sprint Tri (2006), Tri-Peachtree City Sprint (2006), Emerald Pointe Sprint Tri (2006), Macon Rock N Roll Sprint Tri (2007), St. Anthony’s Olympic Tri (2007), West Point Lake Sprint Tri (2008), Aflac Iron Girl Sprint Tri (2008), MS 100 Bike Ride Vermont (2005), Diabetes Bike Ride (2008)
Background and Experience: Prior to joining Get Fit, Sheila had no real athletic background other than hanging out at the pool and riding her bike as a child. Sheila didn’t begin running until she decided to participate in the first Acworth Women’s Sprint Tri in 2004. Being a single parent and new to Atlanta, Sheila looking for healthy ways to get connected to Atlanta. Sheila loved the camaraderie of participating in the triathlon, but her love of swimming and biking didn’t ease her dislike of running. A friend she met during the triathlon, convinced her to walk/run the Silver Comet Half in 2004, which is where she met Get Fit. Sheila, determined to overcome her running weakness, joined Get Fit in 2005 and completed the Chicago Marathon in 2006. Being part of Get Fit gave her the connection to Atlanta and made participating in a healthy lifestyle fun. Sheila has also participated in Get-Fit Atlanta’s Tri group since 2006. As a single parent and busy transactional attorney, Sheila understands the struggles of finding the time to train. This is Sheila’s first year as Assistant Coach of the Yellow Group, and she is looking forward to providing support to those who are new to running.
Certifications: CPR & First Aid
Email: shelia@getfit-atlanta.com
