My Coaching Philosophy
Years of Ultramarathons, FKTs, and thru-hikes have taught me that huge goals almost never unfold exactly as planned. Fitness matters, but so do patience, adaptability, decision-making, and the ability to keep solving problems when things get difficult. I build training plans around each individual athlete and their life surrounding the goal. Your schedule, experience, strengths, weaknesses, and history are all part of the plan. Every workout should have a purpose, and communication is central to making sure you understand not only what we are doing, but why we are doing it.
I also like diving into the mental side. That means learning how you respond to discomfort, practicing patience, breaking enormous goals into manageable pieces, and developing strategies for the inevitable low points. Mental preparation is more than just being tough. It is about being smart and building confidence through experience. It is not just about completing a goal, but also enjoying the process of achieving it!
My goal is to help athlete be physically prepared and mentally ready for their goals!
Rate: $300 per month
Month-to-month coaching with an individualized TrainingPeaks plan, unlimited communication, ongoing adjustments and complete race preparation.
Experience
I have spent 15 years pursuing ultramarathons, FKTs and long-distance hiking projects. That includes the Appalachian Trail self-supported record, FKTs on the John Muir Trail, Colorado Trail, Long Trail, and Arizona Trail, six Cocodona 250 finishes, stage races, fixed-time events, last-person-standing races, and more than 15 ultramarathons of 100 miles or longer.
I am also a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach.
Athletes I Have Helped
I have coached athletes through their first ultramarathons, new distances, personal records, FKTs, stage races, 100 milers, 200 milers, and months-long race series. The best thing is, that no two of those journeys looked the same!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is personalized training?
Every athlete receives an individual plan based on their goals, experience, schedule, available terrain, and current fitness. I do not use a standard training template.
How often is the plan updated?
I generally program 1-2 weeks out at a time. That allows us to plan while still adjusting quickly based on your training and life.
How much communication is included?
Communication is unlimited. I want athletes to ask questions, share concerns, and tell me when something does not feel right. That is how we make the plan better. Every athlete has my cell number and can text anytime.
Do you only coach experienced ultrarunners?
No. Some of my favorite athletes to coach are those just starting out. This is when the fastest growth occurs too! I coach athletes preparing for their first ultra as well as experienced runners pursuing competitive goals, FKTs and multi-day events.
What does coaching cost?
Personalized coaching is $300 per month.
Let’s Talk
If you have a race, route or adventure you cannot stop thinking about, we can talk about where you are now, what the goal will require, and whether I am the right coach to help you get there.
email: Jeff@freeoutside.com