Ellie Hodder - Walking Coach


PO Box 86127
Portland, OR 97286-0127
503-292-6929
Founder - Women Walk the Marathon

Ellie Hodder is a fixture as one of the premier fitness innovators in the Pacific Northwest. She is founder and coach of Women Walk the Marathon®, the largest and most comprehensive program for training marathon walkers. Her inspiring style and persistence in finding the extraordinary in each of us has led thousands to complete the Portland Marathon, 26.2 miles, as well as, marathons around the nation and worldwide. In addition to a passion for walking, Hodder has been innovative in finding new pathways for people to succeed at and enjoy exercise. Special programs have included, Cyclearning®, The Bike and Learn Program, and programs designed for those who see themselves as overweight or out-of-shape.

Articles about Hodder's programs have appeared in publications as varied as the Oregonian, the LA Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Times of London, Walking, Prevention, Women's Day, Entrepreneur, Health Magazines and others.

Outside of the fitness arena, Ellie is a well-known director of handbell ensembles. She is an avid photographer and enjoys jewelry making.

Ellie coaches walker of all fitness levels online at http://www.everything4walkers.com