Get to know our Boulder Underground Coaches with our rapid fire questions -

Guy Alvin Alton

Hometown - Richmond, VA

Current town - Boulder, CO

Zodiac sign - Cancer

High school - New Kent High

College - Virginia Commonwealth University

What's the weirdest nickname you've been given?

My father called me Bosie when I was a kid.

Favorite color?

Blue

Favorite food?

Steak or burger (medium rare)

Favorite drink?

Oat milk Latte

Favorite trip?

Love the Tetons (we go every summer!)

Spirit animal?

Bald Eagle

Favorite quote?

"To give anything less than your best, is to sacrifice the gift." – Steve Prefontaine

Favorite book?

Once a Runner

Favorite race?

Imogene Pass Run in Telluride, Co

Favorite workout?

Hill reps (great for every distance and discipline)

Favorite training shoe?

HOKA Mach 5

Favorite racing shoe?

HOKA Rocket X2

Favorite apparel brand?

Tracksmith

Your PR's?

Mile - 4:05
Marathon - 2:24

Favorite runner?

Steve Prefontaine

Your best coaching moment?

Too many moments to pick just one! I really enjoy working with passionate, dedicated people.

COACH - Guy Alton