About Us
Hi, we’re the Drakes! We’re the owners of Next Peak Endurance. We love the thrill of pushing ourselves physically, especially in beautiful mountain settings. We want to help you achieve your biggest endurance goals. Let’s work together to help you climb your personal (or actual) Mount Everest!​
About Coach Megan
Megan’s expertise lies in personal training, injury prevention, recovery, and running. With an NASM personal training certification, B.S. in exercise science, and more than 6 years experience in the sports recovery industry, she will help you achieve your goals happy, healthy, and in excellent shape. Megan’s also an elite runner, with podium finishes at road and trail races from 10K’s to 55K’s. So if you’re a runner looking to get faster, look no further!
Megan’s Credentials:
B.S. in Exercise Science
NASM personal training certification
Stretch therapist certification (StretchLab)
Sports recovery (Athlecare)
Notable achievements:
2nd at USATF Trail Marathon Championships 2022
Cirque Series pro division winner 2023
1st at REVEL Mt Charleston 2024
1st at Silverton Alpine Marathon 2025
About Coach Curtis
Curtis’ expertise is in mountaineering, hiking, and guiding. With many years of climbing experience, from sport climbing to alpine scrambling and ice and snow climbing, he knows what it takes to get you successfully to a summit! Curtis will help you prepare for your biggest climb yet, both mentally and physically. Curtis also has a M.S. degree in botany, if you’re on a guided trip with him, don’t be surprised to learn a little about the plants you see along the way!
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Curtis's Credentials:
Wilderness First Aid Certified
M.S. in Botany
Notable achievements:
Gannett Peak summit (2024)
Longs Peak Grand Slam (2025)
Rim-to-rim-to-rim (Grand Canyon, 2021)
Ski ascent/descent, Quandary Peak (Colorado 14er, 2025)
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