Stop Training to Just Finish
Most runners are stuck in a cycle of "comfortable" miles that look great on a watch but do nothing for their race times. If you want to unlock a new level of speed, you have to stop training to get tired and start training to get fast. This 6 week block is designed to strip away the fluff and focus on the high intent sessions that actually move the needle.
My approach is simple: we prioritize the physiological adaptations that matter. We build your engine so that race pace feels like a choice, not a struggle.
The Benefits for You
- Precision Speed: We target your exact lactate threshold to ensure you can hold a faster pace for the full 6.2 miles.
- Time Protection: Get elite level results on 3 to 5 sessions per week. We cut the junk miles so you can keep your life outside of running.
- The Sharp Peak: A scientific reduction in volume during the final week reveals the fitness you have built, leaving you fresh for the start line.
The 6 Week High Intent Progression
- Phase 1 (Week 1): Structural Baseline. We establish your current benchmarks and introduce race pace mechanics. No guessing, just data.
- Phase 2 (Week 2 to 5): Threshold Expansion. This is the engine room. We use targeted intervals and tempo runs to push your limits and build sustained power.
- Phase 3 (Week 6): The Execution. We drop the fatigue and keep the intensity high. You arrive at race day with "snap" in your legs and total confidence.
The Efficiency Gap
Most runners fail because they treat every run like a medium effort slog. They are too tired to run fast on hard days and too stubborn to run slow on easy days. This plan forces you out of that middle ground. Every session has a clear objective: speed, endurance, or recovery. If it does not serve the goal, it is not in the plan.
Is This Your Next Step?
- The PB Chaser: You have a specific 10K goal and want the most direct path to hitting it.
- The Experienced Athlete: You can run for an hour but feel like your progress has stalled.
- The High Performer: You want a structured system that syncs to your Garmin or Coros so you can just focus on the work.
The Deliverables
- 6 weeks of periodized, high impact workouts.
- 3 to 5 purposeful sessions per week with zero filler miles.
- Coach support via email for any questions you might have during your training.
- Fully automated sync for real time pacing and heart rate feedback.
This plan includes direct coach support via email. If you have questions about a specific session or need guidance on how to adjust the schedule around your professional life, you can reach out for clear, practical advice at any time during your training.
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The Plan is the Map. You are the Driver.
Breaking your PB is not about luck. It is about applying the right stimulus at the right time. Let’s stop trading your time for fatigue and start training for the result you actually want.
With over a decade of professional swim coaching and an international triathlon background, I help beginners and developing athletes build sustainable habits for endurance sport. I coach athletes currently training under 12 hours a week who may not have grown up in sport. My approach prioritises clarity, patience, and purpose behind every session, ensuring training fits around your life without unnecessary pressure.