Dr. Christina Collins is the co-founder of The Race Collective, founder and franchisor of NeverStopMoving365, an educator, professor, keynote speaker, and nationally recognized advocate for youth physical activity. She holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and a Master of Sports Science with a concentration in personal training. Her academic and professional work is grounded in physical literacy, behavioral change, and the transformative role movement can play in a child’s development.

A lifelong educator and movement professional, Christina has dedicated her career to helping children build confidence, competence, and a positive relationship with physical activity. Through NeverStopMoving365, she has developed an expanding youth fitness franchise that provides children and families with engaging, accessible movement-based programming. She also teaches future physical educators as a professor in Manhattanville University’s MAT Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy program.

Through The Race Collective, Christina brings together her expertise in education, entrepreneurship, youth fitness, and endurance sports to create meaningful race experiences designed specifically for young athletes.  Her work is guided by the belief that movement is one of life’s greatest gifts—and that every child deserves the opportunity to experience its physical, emotional, and social benefits.

Get to Know Christina

What inspired your commitment to youth fitness?

I have spent my career witnessing the profound impact movement can have on a child’s confidence, resilience, and overall well-being. Helping children develop the skills and self-belief to lead active lives is not simply my profession—it is the purpose that connects every aspect of my work.

What is your favorite part of race day?

Watching a child’s uncertainty transform into confidence. There is something incredibly powerful about seeing a young athlete take on a challenge, cross the finish line, and realize that they were capable of more than they imagined.

What do you hope every child takes away from a Race Collective event?

I hope every child leaves with a genuine sense of accomplishment and a desire to keep moving. A race can be the beginning of something much larger: greater confidence, a willingness to try new things, and a lifelong understanding that movement can be both joyful and empowering.

What is your favorite way to stay active?

I am an endurance athlete at heart and love both the physical and mental challenge. I also enjoy cycling, hiking, and exploring the outdoors with my family.