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Performance Coaching
Where will your feet take you today and beyond?
As an avid competitive runner for over 25 years with over 15 years experience as a former Physical Therapist Assistant, including extensive experience in sports medicine, I have gained in-depth knowledge of running related injuries, methods to help reduce risk of injury, as well as injury management.
Over the past 25 years, I have trained and raced competitively in distances from 5k to full marathons, trail races, ultra marathons, and 200 mile ultra relays. My proudest accomplishments include the Xterra 20-26k Regional and National Championship and World Qualifying with a 4th place finish in my age group, as well as a personal best 50k time of 6:43 at the historic Crown King Scramble.
As a Lydiard Level II and McMillan Certified Marathon Coach and Head Coach and Owner of Howard Performance & Wellness, my coaching experience spans over 17 years. I have a passion to provide personalized coaching to runners of all abilities, training for their first race or their personal best, from 5k to the full marathon and beyond.
My love for running and health has transcended into a dedication and commitment to helping others achieve their goals, leading and motivating by example, while listening and guiding through conversational leadership.
Why hire a coach?
Are you looking for more accountability and support in your running?
Do you need more help with your training and racing goals?
Would you like to take your running to the next level, try a new distance, or hit that PR goal?
Would you like to run injury free or find more joy and sustainability in your running?
Most people think only professional or elite runners need coaches, or that a coach is only for someone who wants to qualify for the Boston Marathon or win their age group.
While those are worthy and achievable goals, the fact is that runners at any level can take advantage of the knowledge, support, and accountability that a coach can offer.
Having a coach allows you to focus on your running goals without having to worry about whether or not you’re doing it right.
I have spent years acquiring the knowledge, experience, tools, and systems needed to work with you at YOUR level, according to YOUR needs, creating the best training plan for YOU.
“Work Smarter, Not Harder.”
My philosophy of “Train Smarter, Not Harder,” an integration of heart rate training into my athletes’ plans, and an approach to training that emphasizes proper development through periodization, as well as consideration of ALL aspects of life and their impact on performance, have helped many to break through performance plateaus, remain injury free, and make running a lifelong pursuit!
You won’t get all of this from an online “cookie cutter” training plan!
Customized Run Coaching
My Personalized Program Includes:
- Customized training plan, based on your goals, current abilities, and availability.
- Personalized heart rate zones and workouts designed to maximize your performance and running efficiency, regardless of the distance.
- Access to Final Surge interactive training software, where you can access your training schedules, log workouts, and communicate directly with me.
- Unlimited access to me via email for coaching, including training modifications as needed.
- Monthly webinars on varying topics related to training & racing, including injury prevention, nutrition, strength training, and more.
- Access to a private Facebook community, where you can share ideas, celebrate successes, and ask questions of the group.
- Exclusive discounts on Impact CBD, Recovery Zone Packages for local clients, as well as various discounts with other vendors. I also offer deep discounts for existing clients on added services, such as Individual Running Form Evaluations, Prehab/Strength Sessions, and Mindset Coaching.
NOT LOOKING FOR COACHING, BUT STILL WANT THE ACCOUNTABILITY OF A TRAINING PLAN?
Let me develop a PERSONALIZED plan for you, based on your goal race, current abilities, and availability! Plans are available for all distances up to full marathon, customized and delivered in full.
If you are ready to take your running performance to the next level, let’s chat!
How can I help?
Let’s talk about your goals and discover ways in which you can unlock your ultimate performance potential!
Howard Performance & Wellness 