Meet your coaches

Hi, we are Elijah and Cristina Runyan we have been married for almost two decades and have 4 beautiful children. We are the leaders of The Pursuit, a faith based non-profit in Sonoma county whose mission is give people the tools and support to discover whole health and become the best version of themself’s, Spirit, Soul Body.

For almost 10 years we lived a very disconnected life, and all though we eventually found a way to cultivate a beautiful marriage, it wasn’t until 2021 when we found the connection codes that our relationship became truly connected. The connection codes so dramatically transformed our lives and our marriage that we knew we had share it with the world. so in 2024 we became certified Connection Codes coaches and now help countless individuals and couples go from disconnected to connected, and have the relationships and marriages they always dreamed of.

Elijah’s Story

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At age 34 with 4 kids I was 50 pounds over weight, exhausted, out of breath just walking, in constant pain, and continually having to tell my kids I couldn't play with them because I didn't feel good. Finally I got sick and tired of being sick and tired, and decided to make a change. I have now spent he last 10 years acquiring and implementing the tools to become the best version of myself Spirit, Soul, Body. Becoming your best self isn’t about over night change but the small changes that compound over time. It is a Joy to be able to give away the tools I have acquired and support people on their journey to becoming their best self.

  • Bria, interior designer, mother of 4

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    The methods behind Elijahs coaching have kept my nutrition on track with my set goals, and allowed me grace as I seek to attain goals with life that is messy and unpredictable.Elijahs program is a lifestyle change as opposed to a diet or fast track, and all the small changes and victories along the way are celebrated, making achieving your health and fitness goals a sustainable way of life. I cannot thank Elijah enough and recommend him to anyone, no matter how small or lofty your goals might be.

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  • Roy and Julie, Real estate agents parents of 9

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    Elijah And Christina’s passion to help people Connect through Connection Codes is powerful. They created safety, validated us and helped us turn to each other to find one another. Thank you to two great coaches”

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  • Hannah, professional photographer mother of 4

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    Wow, my life has been transformed dramatically forever! In October of 2018 I felt depressed, beaten down, sick of dieting and hopeless, especially in regards to my health. After starting Elijah’s program, I quickly realized how much I had needed a new perspective on HOW to STAY healthy. Key word STAY. 4 years later I am STILL keeping up with my original goals, got off depression/anxiety medication AND feel the healthiest I have EVER felt! Thank you ELIJAH!

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  • DR Namihas, Familly Dr, avid cycler

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    Elijah was instrumental while I was training for a bike tour in France. I had hit a plateau with regard to my training, and did not seem like I was making much progress until he started.co coaching me. Within a few weeks, I was climbing hills at a faster rate than ever before, and shaving minutes off of my riding time. I was very pleased with the results in terms of strength, power, endurance, and recovery. I would highly recommend his coaching for anyone who is looking to get serious about their health and nutrition as well as training for performance.

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