Jen Besten
PREMIER PERSONAL TRAINER
Results come when you get comfortable being uncomfortable.
— Mike Tyson
About Jen
Jenifer Besten relocated from Chicago, IL where she worked as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor for World Gym. She received her run coaching certifications through USA Track and Field & Road Runners of America. Jenifer is a competitive runner who has placed in many races and qualified for the Boston Marathon over 15 times & has been awarded in many races. In 2011, she helped start the running community at Hockessin Athletic Club and has been coaching RUN HAC for 13 seasons. In 2020, Jenifer started coaching CYM cross country for St. Mary’s Church where over 70 children compete.
Jen’s specialty is in Competitive Running. She works closely with her coaching clients to help develop their individual running goals. She believes runners must cross-train and do sport-specific exercises to help prevent injury, especially as they get older. Jenifer has coached many clients from beginner to Boston qualifiers. Her focus is on working with the athlete to develop an individualized plan that fits into the person’s life and results in running success.
Jenifer graduated from East Stroudsburg University. Prior to working in the fitness industry, she worked for six years in the advertising field and four years in legal real estate. As a mother of three, she devotes her time to school, coaching & travel sports.
Certifications
- Road Runners of America Level II Coach
- USATF Coach
- NASM Small Group Specialist
- NASM Youth Training Specialist
- TRX & TRX RIP
- ISSA CPT
- FMS, Power Plate, Method CRA-Test certified
- B.A. East Stroudsburg University
Specialties
- Run coaching
- Small group training
- Speed and pacing
- Strength Training
Jen is simply is the best coach there is. After I hired her, I stopped worrying; I knew my first marathon would be a success. She brings an awesome combination of expert advice and practical knowledge to every aspect of your race from your training plan to recovery and everything in between. She gave me the know-how and confidence to reach my goal. Two days after my first marathon, I already decided I’d run a second and she would be my coach again!
Jeanne R.