At Wy'east Wolfpack, we believe that fitness and adventure can play a critical role in every person's exploration of self. Where does happiness and sense of fulfillment come from? What stories do we tell ourselves that may or may not be true and can keep us from getting what we need? It's this approach that makes each of our coaches really great at what they do. With a genuine interest in people and how they feel about themselves, they work to define, strategize, and attain those goals that often feel out of reach.
Yassine’s love and appreciation for the outdoors was instilled at a young age. While growing up, Yassine’s mother would disconnect the cable TV in the summer months and take the family and friends on camping adventures. In his early twenties the unquenchable thirst for exploration propelled Yassine to Colorado and then to the Finger Lakes Region of New York state where he met his wife and was transformed into a trail ultra-marathon runner. Since 2008 Yassine has made his presence felt in the competitive ultra-running scene but has realized there is much more than trying to clock the fastest times. He still loves the camaraderie and laid-back enjoyment of experiencing nature with friends and sharing stories around camp, like he did with family and friends early in his life.
He resides close to the trails in Portland, OR with his wife Erica and daughter Farah.
Yassine holds a Bachelors of Science in Health Studies: Physical Activity/Exercise from Portland State University. He is a Wilderness First Responder and is certified in Adult/Child CPR, AED & Airway Management.
Mike Grant is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor and therapist currently working in Kaiser Permanente’s Addiction Medicine department. Additionally he is a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach and founder of “Aid Station: Performance Therapy and Coaching” which utilizes EMDR Therapy to help athletes of all levels meet their performance goals. Mike has personally experienced the transformative power of running and understands how the skills and determination needed to achieve running goals can be applied to other areas of life.
As a runner and ultra-runner he has completed the Oregon Cascade 100-mile and Wy’east Wonder 50-mile races, seven marathons and countless shorter distance races.
Mike received a Masters and Bachelors degree in Social Work through Portland State University and is a veteran of the United States Army. He’s also a published author of “(Re)Making A Sandwich” and enjoys mountain sports with his son Deacon.
Alex Borsuk is a sports nutritionist, UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach, mountain endurance athlete for Dynafit, and contributor for Trail Runner Magazine. She received a Bachelors of Science in Nutrition from Ohio University, and a Masters of Science in Clinical Nutrition from The Ohio State University.
Alex has always had a deep passion for the outdoors, but after moving to the Pacific Northwest in 2013, she has dove headfirst into all the outdoors has to offer. She is a competitive trail and ultra runner, racing locally and all around the world. When she isn’t running on the trails, you can find her climbing local volcanoes, ski mountaineering, biking up mountains, going on fast packing trips, or rock climbing in the alpine.
She is a strong believer that the best training is the kind that brings you the most joy, and is enthusiastic about sharing her passions with others. She resides in Portland, OR with her husband and life-long adventure buddy Matt, and their border collie Otto.
Parker is a physical therapist and exercise physiologist originally from California. He co-owns Neuro Base Camp Physical Therapy with his wife, Becca, where he works with athletes of all levels. He prioritizes injury prevention and believes the best running ability is availability. Growing up, he ran hurdles at the collegiate level and had little interest in running anything longer than 60 seconds. After an injury, he transitioned to long distance events and has never looked back after discovering ultramarathons. He loves the easy access to trails in the Portland area and the countless adventures that the trails can provide.
He received a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Physiology from Marquette University and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Miami. When not running, he enjoys weightlifting, backpacking, and coffee. He lives in Portland with his wife, their 3 dogs and cat.
Missy Quinn is a UESCA-certified ultrarunning coach, registered nurse, and mom of three with a lifelong passion for movement and the outdoors. Her personal running journey began in high school where she
competed in cross country, indoor and outdoor track. She discovered
ultramarathons in 2013, and in recent years she has become increasingly competitive in the sport, deepening both her experience and appreciation for the endurance community.
In addition to running, Missy is an avid skier and mountain biker, and loves exploring trails in every season. That outdoor connection shapes her coaching philosophy: movement should be joyful, sustainable, and part of a well-balanced life. With her background as a nurse, Missy brings a holistic understanding of health, recovery, and the real-world demands that athletes face- especially those with careers and families. She is passionate about helping runners carve out time for their goals, build durable habits, and prioritize their well-being amidst busy schedules. Missy is particularly committed to supporting women, non-binary, trans and gender non-conforming athletes in endurance sports. She fosters
an inclusive coaching environment where athletes of all abilities feel welcome, respected, and celebrated. Whether you’re tackling your first ultra or chasing a new personal best, Missy is here to help you build confidence, strengthen your foundation, and discover what you’re truly capable of on trails.
Missy's Running resumé:
Podium finishes:
- 2025: Hennepin 100m, Scout Mountain 100m, Tillamook Burn 50k, Capitol Peak 50m
- 2024: Mountain Lakes 100m, Marys Peak 50m, McDonald Forest 50k
- 2023: Marys Peak 50k
Top 10 finishes:
- 2024: Pyrenees Stage Run, Portland Holiday Half Marathon
- 2023: Sinister 7 100m, Silver Falls Half Marathon
Other notable accomplishments:
- FKT, mixed gender team, Columbia River Gorge Triple D
Lainie Yarris is an UESCA-certified ultrarunning coach and lifelong athlete who loves working with athletes of all abilities and experience levels to help them achieve their highest potential. She earned a BS in Animal Physiology & Neuroscience from UC San Diego, where she was a collegiate swimmer and water polo player, and is a practicing Emergency Physician who completed medical school (MD), a Masters in Clinical Research (MCR), and an Education Scholarship Fellowship at OHSU. She has experience in sports medicine and applies evidence-based approaches to training, race nutrition, and recovery with a special interest in the training needs of women, non-binary athletes, and perimenopausal or aging athletes.Lainie is also a practicing Buddhist in the Tibetan Nyingma lineage and a certified meditation instructor. She loves adventuring with her three children, literature and creative writing, strength training, yoga, and swimming, and spending time in the natural
beauty of the Pacific Northwest and the Colorado Rockies.
Lainie has three decades of experience as a competitive athlete and student of endurance training, including:
- Collegiate swimmer and water polo player, with extensive open water
swimming experience
- 3-time ironman finisher
- 5-time 100 miler finisher
- Finisher and team winner of the 2025 Banana Slug 24h backyard-style race
- 6-time finisher of the Transrockies Run 120 mile stage race, and TRR
ambassador
- Finisher of Timberline trail and Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim
- Extensive experience crewing and pacing varied ultrarunning events
(including Mountain Lakes 100, Gorge Waterfalls race series, Bear 100,
Sinister 100, Hennepin 100, Scout 100, Oregon 200, Hardrock 100, Barkley
- Marathons, San Diego 100, Rio Del Lago 100, Black Canyon 100K)
