100-125 per month seems about right. What part are you struggling with? I’ve kind of found that at our level unless you have issues with motivation, there’s not a lot of value in getting a running coach. If I were to vet another coach, I would be looking for a collaborator as I have no issues with motivation nor do I have injury or form issues. Collaborative coaching is super rare I’ve found. Most coaches want someone to obey, that’s why they are coaching it seems, control.

I get weary of the guy’s I’ve talked to about coaching and running science as well. Every... well, almost every piece of running science that exists is designed to sell you something. There is no science in running, only observations.

Obviously this is all apocryphal, so take my advice with a grain of salt. I’ll save the arguments of authority for the run coaches.

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Posted by McVick

Member since Jan 2011

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Posted on 12/1/20 at 8:35 am to BurtReynoldsMustache

@Burt I know I'm a stronger runner compared to last year, but I'm unsure I can drop my marathon time by about 50 minutes without help. I have made up almost everything about running since I started, which I realize many runners like myself probably do. Besides one half marathon training team I've been in the wilderness when it comes to form, nutrition, strategies, training, etc. I think I'm getting better but I haven't really pushed my limits to see what I can accomplish. So far my injuries have been minimal and isolated to my feet (bone spur, plantar warts); no knee, ankle, hip, or back pain. And since my goal isn't a BQ I think I can avoid being talked into extra fancy technology beyond my Garmin watch.

I'm envisioning less of a personal motivator and more of someone to analyze data, provide feedback, and alter accordingly. I'll listen and do what someone tells me to do once, whether the outcome is a success or failure, but as I gain more knowledge I start to ask more questions until I'm satisfied with the explanation. I can follow a plan no problem, and as long as I have a visual reminder to do something I'll do it.

I'm probably looking for a needle in a haystack.

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Posted by TigeRoots

Member since Oct 2008

8505 posts

Posted on 12/1/20 at 8:36 am to BurtReynoldsMustache

Agree, Burt. Unless you are at either end of the spectrum (no clue, too lazy to research, no motivation, etc.) or elite, just follow a book. My opinion at least. Personally, I'm not going to spring for a coach that knows way less about my body than I do. Not like I'm going to qualify for the trials or something. All said, I'll never fault someone for trying to do better if that involves getting coached.

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