Here's what athletes are saying....
"I wanted to sign up for a marathon but with a history of injury from running I knew I needed some guidance. Stride Ahead Coaching was recommended to me by my physical therapist so I knew I was in good hands.
Coach Mike not only helped me exceed my time goal but most importantly cross the finish line injury-free. I believe theSupplemental Exercise Guide made a huge difference in my performance.
I highly recommend the Active Coaching plan. I received a weekly training plan created with my ability and schedule in mind. At the end of each week, I gave an update on my progress and Coach Mike modified my plan for the following week, if needed. Plus whenever I had questions or concerns, which I had plenty of during the 16 weeks, he was there to promptly advise and encourage conveniently via email.
I can’t thank Coach Mike enough for making my first marathon experience so amazing. I don't think I would have been nearly as successful had I just printed a running schedule off the internet. His personal attention was invaluable. I will definitely use Stride Ahead Coaching to help me train for my next marathon."
-- Lynelle L., 3:17 Marathon, 1:28 Half
Coach Mike not only helped me exceed my time goal but most importantly cross the finish line injury-free. I believe theSupplemental Exercise Guide made a huge difference in my performance.
I highly recommend the Active Coaching plan. I received a weekly training plan created with my ability and schedule in mind. At the end of each week, I gave an update on my progress and Coach Mike modified my plan for the following week, if needed. Plus whenever I had questions or concerns, which I had plenty of during the 16 weeks, he was there to promptly advise and encourage conveniently via email.
I can’t thank Coach Mike enough for making my first marathon experience so amazing. I don't think I would have been nearly as successful had I just printed a running schedule off the internet. His personal attention was invaluable. I will definitely use Stride Ahead Coaching to help me train for my next marathon."
-- Lynelle L., 3:17 Marathon, 1:28 Half
"After never making it to the start line for my last marathon because of plantar fascitis, a friend told me about Coach Mike and Stride Ahead Coaching. I was eager to toe the line of a marathon that spring with the hopes to run a sub-3:00 marathon. Coach Mike worked with me closely, listened and created my training plan the best way possible in order for me to get healthy, avoid further injury and yet achieve my goal. I was able to run my first sub-3:00 marathon under his training that spring.
I continued to work with Coach Mike for a second cycle in which I was able to remain injury free, build my mileage and run faster times than ever before. I was able to run a 1:21 half marathon, something I had no idea I could achieve a year ago!
Coach Mike has made this past year so enjoyable. Not only is he encouraging and supportive, but really knew how to create my training plan perfectly each week based off of how I was feeling in order to remain injury free and run faster!
I will definitely use Coach Mike again and highly recommend him to other runners!"
--Karen B., 2:45 Marathon, 1:18 Half
"Coming off of a big summer of ultrarunning, I thought the transition to faster road running in preparation for an early December marathon would be seamless and easy. Instead, I found myself feeling unmotivated, lethargic, and barely running as October rolled around.
Two friends recommended Coach Mike at Stride Ahead Coaching, and he felt confident that he could get me to the start-line to run a decent time. Coach Mike was flexible in planning my training around my weekly schedule, willing to answer all of my questions, and provided regular feedback. Most importantly, though, he got me to the start-line of my marathon uninjured with some solid training through my abbreviated training cycle.
I managed to run my fastest marathon to date and the only marathon I've finished uninjured! Thanks to Coach Mike for all his help! I will definitely use him again in the future, and recommend him to any running friends looking for a coach!"
--Jessie W., 3:32 Marathon
When I wanted to up my running game, I knew exactly who to contact! Mike coached me for the running piece of my triathlon training and it was a great experience. Mike's workouts were challenging and his coaching outstanding. After 12 weeks of training I was stronger, faster, and more confident in my runs. I would recommend working with Mike to anyone who is looking to find that extra gear!
--Tayler C., 1:06:26 Triathlon
"Mike is a great coach and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their running performance! I had been chasing down a marathon PR for 6 years and after working with Mike I was finally able to reach my goal. I wish I would have hired him sooner!"
--Ashley C., 2:54 Marathon
I continued to work with Coach Mike for a second cycle in which I was able to remain injury free, build my mileage and run faster times than ever before. I was able to run a 1:21 half marathon, something I had no idea I could achieve a year ago!
Coach Mike has made this past year so enjoyable. Not only is he encouraging and supportive, but really knew how to create my training plan perfectly each week based off of how I was feeling in order to remain injury free and run faster!
I will definitely use Coach Mike again and highly recommend him to other runners!"
--Karen B., 2:45 Marathon, 1:18 Half
"Coming off of a big summer of ultrarunning, I thought the transition to faster road running in preparation for an early December marathon would be seamless and easy. Instead, I found myself feeling unmotivated, lethargic, and barely running as October rolled around.
Two friends recommended Coach Mike at Stride Ahead Coaching, and he felt confident that he could get me to the start-line to run a decent time. Coach Mike was flexible in planning my training around my weekly schedule, willing to answer all of my questions, and provided regular feedback. Most importantly, though, he got me to the start-line of my marathon uninjured with some solid training through my abbreviated training cycle.
I managed to run my fastest marathon to date and the only marathon I've finished uninjured! Thanks to Coach Mike for all his help! I will definitely use him again in the future, and recommend him to any running friends looking for a coach!"
--Jessie W., 3:32 Marathon
When I wanted to up my running game, I knew exactly who to contact! Mike coached me for the running piece of my triathlon training and it was a great experience. Mike's workouts were challenging and his coaching outstanding. After 12 weeks of training I was stronger, faster, and more confident in my runs. I would recommend working with Mike to anyone who is looking to find that extra gear!
--Tayler C., 1:06:26 Triathlon
"Mike is a great coach and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their running performance! I had been chasing down a marathon PR for 6 years and after working with Mike I was finally able to reach my goal. I wish I would have hired him sooner!"
--Ashley C., 2:54 Marathon
