Our Coaching Philosophy

At Higher Running, we believe meaningful progress comes from training that is built over time. Training is not the same all year long. It moves through intentional phases, with each phase building on the last. Some parts of the year focus on developing a strong aerobic base, others on adding more specific workouts, and others on recovery so fitness can fully settle in. We are always thinking about how this week connects to the next and how your training fits into the bigger picture.

Our approach is grounded in exercise science and long-term athlete development. We design training with a clear understanding of how the body adapts over time, and we avoid rushing the process or forcing fitness before an athlete is ready. Progress comes from consistent, thoughtful work layered week by week, not from chasing any single workout or short-term result.

At the same time, we believe how you feel matters as much as what the plan says. While we use tools like GPS watches and heart rate data, we never coach by numbers alone. Your feedback, energy levels, stress, and recovery all inform how training evolves. We pay close attention to patterns over time so training stays productive, sustainable, and aligned with where you are in the moment.

Quality care is at the center of everything we do. Each athlete works with one dedicated coach who knows their history, goals, and context. Behind the scenes, our coaches work as a team, sharing ideas and perspectives to strengthen the support we provide, while keeping the athlete–coach relationship personal and consistent. We don’t rush through plans or communication. We take the time to understand what you’re experiencing and adjust training with intention and care.

We also believe that high performance and joy belong together. Training should support a full life, not crowd it out. A mountain runner should still have space for adventure days, and a road runner should still be able to enjoy group runs and the social side of running. Our goal is to help athletes pursue meaningful goals while protecting their relationship with running, so training stays sustainable, engaging, and fulfilling over time.

This balance is what defines Higher Running coaching. Training that is grounded in science, guided by care, and built to support both performance and the person doing the work.

Core Plan

Best for motivated runners who want expert planning and custom feedback with minimal back and forth.

$225/month with 12-month commitment
$275/month month to month (3-month minimum)

• Fully personalized training plan based on goals, races, schedule, and areas of improvement, adjusted as training and life evolve.
• Training log analysis and feedback in Final Surge, plus progress tracking weekly so that trends, strengths, and areas for adjustment are clearly identified over time.
• Paces, RPE, heart rate, and mindset guidance so athletes know how each run should feel and how to execute it with intention.
• Email access for questions, changes, or encouragement related to training.
• Comprehensive intake form plus onboarding meeting
• Goal setting and race planning support so that your training stays aligned with what matters most and race day decisions feel clear and prepared.
• Up to 4 pre-race video or phone calls per year
• Welcome guide plus curated educational notes and videos so that you understand the why behind your training

Basic Level of Support