Hi! I'm Sara! I'm an endurance run coach, athlete, podcast host, run group organizer, and dog mom! I left my job in Corporate America after 14 years of working in the Financial Services Industry to fill my cup by doing things that I love and helping people along the way. I've been running for almost 15 years, running my first marathon in a Boston Qualifying time and continuing to work on my running craft. I run for joy, smiles, coffee, and PRs. I help committed athletes uplevel their running when they reach plateaus, are too busy to formulate a plan, looking to take their running to the next level, and more! I meet the athletes where they are and work with them to pull their potential center stage!
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In-person: learn proper warm-up techniques, pacing, run strategy, and cool-down stretches while running + talking about all things running with Certified Run Coach and 2x Boston Marathoner, Sara Manderscheid
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Consultation Call: 60-minute coaching consultation session for athletes not currently working with Coach Sara. You, as the athlete, drive the conversation. Ask any lingering running or training questions, nutrition + hydration guidance + more!
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This package is for the committed athlete who is looking to uplevel their running and training to new levels!
You are an athlete who wants:
Unlimited communication and coaching support
3-month minimum coaching commitment
What you'll get:
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This package is for the committed athlete who is looking to uplevel their running and training to new levels!
You are an athlete who wants:
4-5 communication touchpoints a week
3-month minimum coaching commitment
What you'll get:
Initial co...
Upleveling your running can take place in a myriad of ways. From prope...Read More
Upleveling your running can take place in a myriad of ways. From proper nutrition to hitting pace ranges that elevate your training, to mental strength, so many factors come together to move the needle and uplevel your running. Let's dig in!
1. Consistency - this is one of the first things I discuss when working with a new athlete. If you're consistent and committed to trusting the process, you'll see your training progress quickly. What has been accomplished in life by being inconsistent? Uh...That's what I thought! Let's "say yes" to training, put the work in and be as consistent as possible.
2. Nutrition + Hydration - I should write an entire blog post just on this topic! Whew, proper nutrition and hydration is extremely important for every athlete. Dial-in your nutrition and hydration on long run days (especially fuel/hydrate if you're running race pace for 3,4, 5 miles at a time) so you know what works, and most importantly, what doesn't work for race day. A pre-run snack or meal is encouraged, fueling during runs longer than 60-90 minutes (again, this depends on your body and the intensity of the run) and refueling post-run with a mix of carbs, protein, and fat is critical to begin the recovery process asap (no more than 30-45 minutes). A fresh fruit smoothie with almond butter and protein powder is a perfect post-run snack! Who doesn't want to show up strong for tomorrow's workout? Eat food, eat again, and eat some more with a focus on a high carbohydrate intake.
Hydration is different for everyone, I live at altitude and am a heavy drinker (water, that is!), and I work to consume 110 ounces of water daily. Aiming for 96-115 ounces is a good gauge - take into account where you live, the season and if you're a sweaty athlete, etc. For long runs, I suggest taking a sip of water every 10 minutes or so, this might be a sip for every 1 mile for some athletes. It's important to train your body to drink water while running to ensure your stomach doesn't get a side stitch and you're confident when cruising through the water table stations on race morning to run and hydrate simultaneously.
3. Strength Training - As runners, most of us want to only run. It's important to think of yourself as an athlete and work on other areas that running doesn't target as efficiently. A strong core and lower body are critical if you're looking to move the needle in your training and uplevel your running. It doesn't have to be 2 or 3, one-hour sessions. Mix it in for 15-20 minutes 3x a week and you're trending in the right direction. Your first few sessions can look like this:
Strength Training Ideas:
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As a run coach, I get this question A LOT. When is the right time to b...Read More
As a run coach, I get this question A LOT. When is the right time to begin marathon training? Every athlete is different, some athletes respond quickly to training and others need a handful of months to develop their aerobic foundation before beginning marathon-specific workouts. Running a marathon isn't easy, even though Molly Seidel and
Eliud Kipchoge made it look easy in Toyko! The marathon distance is a long distance to cover and anything can happen on the course. Preparing yourself, both physically and mentally, is the best way to set yourself up for success (and finishing strong, don't we all want that feeling?).
What does this all mean? Let's dig in!
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Hi! I'm Sara! I'm an endurance run coach, athlete, podcast host, run group organizer, and dog mom! I left my job in Corporate America after 14 years of working in the Financial Services Industry to fill my cup by doing things that I love and helping people along the way. I've been running for almost 15 years, running my first marathon in a Boston Qualifying time and continuing to work on my running craft. I run for joy, smiles, coffee, and PRs. I help committed athletes uplevel their running when they reach plateaus, are too busy to formulate a plan, looking to take their running to the next level, and more! I meet the athletes where they are and work with them to pull their potential center stage!
Training Block was created with a mission to support and empower runners, in order to elevate our sport. We do so by giving runners access to a network of local sport performance providers, who provide runners with the care they need from coaching, physical therapy, massage, strength training, and more. We also give providers an easy way to connect with each other and share articles, videos, and other resources that benefit runners and providers alike. For every service booked through Training Block, we donate 10% of our revenues to Training Block’s Elite Athlete Fund, which sponsors elite runners who do not have professional contracts and need financial support for racing at their highest level.
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