Has anyone used or considered an online coach over self training? I have coached myself for years but see several online options which made me curious. What convinced you that online training was the way to go or if you are like me, what is holding you back?
I wasn't coached online, only in person. I also coached myself for years.
But I am coaching online for free, at least until I'll have a portfolio.
I also assisted coaching in person.
I can tell you the pros and cons of having an online coach.
If it is a coach with many runners, he may pay less attention to everyone.
An online coach cannot see you running and your habits. So you are on your own on many aspects.
I would say that someone is experienced in running after watching, tracking and meeting in person over 200 runners, in the course of ~5 years.
If you didn't, then this would be a good reference point when choosing an online coach.
I too am looking for an online coach! Any referalls or contact info would be appreciated.
And here comes the spam sales pitch from the online "coach" that started this thread, replied to himself to show interest and will now advertise.
Try Dave "mf" Ross aka Nikeman aka batman fan aka sharkmouth.
Rossrunning.com
To preface, there are three reasons for choosing a coach:
1. You don't have the time to create training plans, or you wish to just delegate this function and stop thinking about it
2. You don't have the expertise to create training plans, and you would like to tap the knowledge of someone who can get you to the next level without the risk of overtraining or undertraining
3. You are too lazy to do the workouts, and you need a motivator.
Which factor is most important to you? Most online coaches tailor their program to one of these goals, but rarely do they tailor a program to all three.
If you can figure out Mr. Doritos' identity, you should get him to coach you.
I hear Marlon Bascombe is a reputable coach
Mr. Doritos wrote:
To preface, there are three reasons for choosing a coach:
1. You don't have the time to create training plans, or you wish to just delegate this function and stop thinking about it
2. You don't have the expertise to create training plans, and you would like to tap the knowledge of someone who can get you to the next level without the risk of overtraining or undertraining
3. You are too lazy to do the workouts, and you need a motivator.
Which factor is most important to you? Most online coaches tailor their program to one of these goals, but rarely do they tailor a program to all three.
How arrogant are we to train by ourselves? Our ultimate performance in God's hands.
Not sure if you are still looking for an online coach but I offer a variety of different programs depending on your needs/wants. I also write injury prevention/strength programs. You can check out my website at www.jumpforjoyrunning.com. Happy Running!
Not sure if you are still looking for an online coach but I offer a variety of different programs depending on your needs/wants. I also write injury prevention/strength programs. You can check out my website at www.jumpforjoyrunning.com. Happy Running!
George Ilie wrote:
I wasn't coached online, only in person. I also coached myself for years.
But I am coaching online for free, at least until I'll have a portfolio.
I also assisted coaching in person.
I can tell you the pros and cons of having an online coach.
If it is a coach with many runners, he may pay less attention to everyone.
An online coach cannot see you running and your habits. So you are on your own on many aspects.
I would say that someone is experienced in running after watching, tracking and meeting in person over 200 runners, in the course of ~5 years.
If you didn't, then this would be a good reference point when choosing an online coach.
But if the online coach have coached about 100 runners in just 2 years time without seeing anyone of them, and still all the runners have improved. ?
COACH J.S