During the 35+ years of Kent's association with running, he quite literally grew up with the running boom. From his first pair of kangaroo hide spikes to participating as an elite grand master, he developed both as a participant in and student of the sport.

Kent has worked with high school athletes who have gone on to successful college careers. He has worked with adult athletes who have had a wide range of goals including: just finishing a marathon, breaking 40 minutes for 10K, or making Olympic qualifying times in the marathon.

Kent continues to be actively involved in the national and regional running scene both as a coach and elite grand masters participant. Kent is also USATF Level 1 Certified.