Training for a specific destination race begins with an evaluation of each runner. The evaluation process evaluates the runner’s goal(s), ability to attain the goal, ability to devote time and effort, and general fitness to begin a training program. The assessment typically involves a series of email exchanges and either a phone or in person meeting.

Coach Lee will prepare an overall Master Plan unique to each runner. The plan outlines each week’s runs. Coach Lee next utilizes the popular coaching software, Final Surge to provide specific runs and workouts spelling out in detail the type of run, pace, distance, and other advice on a week-by-week basis. This enables adjustments to the plan based on the runner’s individual progress.

The runner also logs their workouts and communicates with Coach Lee at the end of each week. Coach Lee then updates the runner’s plan again with specific instructions for the runner’s week ahead. This process is repeated throughout the entire training period.  The runner is also provided direction for strength training, fueling, race strategies, post-race evaluation/recovery, and more.

There are several training plan arrangements to work with The Running Architect. These are further outlined in the Plan Options below Each runner also becomes a member of The Running Architect Team upon signing up to train with Coach Lee.

“His passion for my success was as apparent as my own. His adaptable program pushed me harder and farther than I thought myself capable”. Ken, Glass City and Detroit Marathons.