You’ve read all of the articles in Runner’s World, Running Times, on running websites and Facebook pages.  Yes, having a running coach helps tremendously in your quest to improve your running.  Even if the goal is to enjoy running more, a coach can help.

If the coach is like me, he or she will be certified (I am through the Road Runners Club of America), will take the time to do a detailed analysis of your strengths and weaknesses, and from learning all about your running habits and goals, create a plan to get you going on that journey.

No one has ever achieved greatness on their own.  Did you change your own diaper when you were a baby?  Sounds disgusting but you get my point.  Leave your comfort zone.  Hire a coach.

“Oh it’s too expensive!”  You probably will be surprised how you can’t afford not to hire a coach if you really want to get better at running or improve your fitness.  Talk to me about your goals and limitations and I can help find the right way to go about this.  How much money do you waste on things that are actually taking you farther away from your goal?  Bad food, too much alcohol, buying clothes that you really don’t need.  I’m sure we can find a way to budget this if you really want it bad enough.

Once you make that leap to finally go after that fastest race ever, first half or full marathon, even finish your first 5K, what else is it going to cost you?  Some time and effort.  A coach can only put the plan in place and motivate you.  He or she cannot run for you or do the work.  I will motivate the heck out of you and make you want to work hard, but you still have to do it. That means sometimes getting out of that warm comfortable bed and getting outside to run.  You have to commit to doing what was prescribed.  That also includes ancillary work outside of running.  I usually give strength exercises to help with whatever weaknesses I found on day one.  I guarantee it will be worth every penny!  You can make time to get it done.  There is a way.  I work with busy people all of the time.  I work with single parents who have to juggle their lives.

The end result?  A happier, more self confident, and awesome person.  You will set an example for your children, spouse, parents, or YOU!  Show yourself you can do it.  Be healthy for your loved ones or just for your piece of mind.  You become happier you will make them happier.

I can coach you in person, in a group, or online from anywhere in the world.

How do I make this leap?  Several ways.

-Send me an email at runyourbestrace@gmail.com with your intentions or questions.  No I will not come through the internet and bite you.  No I will not share your email address with anyone else.  I respect your privacy.

-You can also find me on October 3rd at the OctoHalf Half Marathon expo from 10AM to 4PM.  This is held at the Hatfield Township Rocktoberfest, John S. Clemens Memorial Park, Fairgrounds Rd. at Clemens Rd in Hatfield.  Even if you’re not running the race come find my booth and get to know me.

-Set up a personal meeting, we can find a day and time where I will run with you, or just sit and chat about your goals. How do you know you will like your coach unless you meet him or her?

-Look for upcoming group information sessions.  If enough of you are interested I will set up a time and place and meet with your group or a group of individuals who want more information.  If this interests you please contact me.  I will post any information meetings on this website and my Facebook page.

For any of these options contact me at runyourbestrace@gmail.com!!!  Make that leap, finally!  You deserve it!  Don’t wait until New Year’s Day to start!