Ellie Windham

I'm Ellie Windham, an ultramarathon runner, coach, and passionate community builder committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential, both on the road and in life.

With a background in events and program management across tech, corporate, and higher education sectors, I specialize in creating impactful experiences that resonate. Currently, I manage holistic health initiatives at a local university, bringing wellness to the forefront of education.

As the founder of Walking In Other People’s Shoes, I’ve amplified the voices of Women of Color through transformative storytelling and community-building efforts. I’m also an advocate for mental health, inspiring personal growth journeys for women and others seeking change.

My creative endeavors include directing and producing the mini-documentary Girls Run Ultras, which was honored as the featured film at the 2024 Trail Running Film Festival and became a semifinalist at the No Man’s Land Film Festival. As a running coach and co-founder of Asian Women Stay Running (AWSTARS), I’m also an ultramarathoner with Girls Run NYC and a proud member of Asian Trail Mix.

Beyond my professional work, I hold an M.A. in International Education from NYU and a B.A. in International Studies from West Virginia Wesleyan.

I’m here to collaborate with brands and individuals who share a passion for wellness, storytelling, and community-building. Let’s work together to inspire and empower others through meaningful connections and impactful experiences.

 

Featured in Publications & Speaker

 

2024 Panel at the NYC Screening of Trail Running Film Festival

Photo: Kristina Williamson

‘Girls Run Ultras’

Dec 2024 Panelist for "Girls Run Ultras" Film Screening and Panel at the NYRR Runcenter
Dec 2024 Intro at the Bridge Runner's Marathon Weekend film screening
Mar 2024 Outside featured in article, ‘Girls Run Ultras’ Is a New Film About Women Crushing Trails

Sept 2024 Pratt Institute Cross Country Team Screening + Q & A
July 2024 Panelist at the NYC screening of Trail Running Film Festival hosted Girls Run NYC "Girls Run Ultras" Film at Music Hall of Williamsburg

Feb 2023 Q & A at Friends and Family screening of “Girls Run Ultras” at MotivNY (non-film festival cut)

 

Running related

Feb 10, 2025 Quoted in Outside Run article about run/walk method. If You Don’t Know “Jeffing,” You’re Missing Out

August 2023 Envsn Festival Panelist for How to Keep Running: Putting women’s safety and wellness first.
April 2023 The Rambling Runner Podcast "Ellie Windham: Supporting Newer Runners, Establishing Community and Building Up to Ultras"

 

Ultra Marathons, Endurance Races, and Marathons

Javalina Hundred 100M DNF 2023, 2024
Girls Run NYC 10 hours running challenge 60k 2024
The Speed Project with Asian Trail Mix, LA to LV 2024
Black Caynon 60k2x, 100k 2020, 2022, 2023
Ted Corbett 50k, Warriors Run 50k 2023
Berlin, Boston Marathon 2022
The Freedom Run from NYC to DC 2020
New York City Marathon 20215, 2018, 2021
Queens Marathon 2018
Philadelphia Marathon 2012

 

Get in touch, and let's start building something amazing!

I'm excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you, whether it's through

  • 1 on 1 or group run coaching sessions

  • community events

  • storytelling projects

Together, we can make a positive impact and create something truly special. Let's lace up our shoes, embark on this journey together, and see where the road takes us.

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