Frequently Asked Questions
What Can I Expect?
In layman’s terms, expect an Athlete-Coach Partnership. I am a firm believer in setting goals, being accountable, and consistent sustainable progression. I encourage athletes to take the time to set meaningful and attainable goals, then I hold the athletes to the work required to accomplish those goals. This is a 50/50 relationship, I want to walk alongside you on YOUR athletics journey. I want to encourage you, help you understand the process, and hand you the reigns in your own successes.
What Are The First Steps?
First, click here to let me know a little more about you!
Second, we set up an initial phone call (30-45mins), then go through your training history, and goals, then address any questions or concerns you may have.
After the initial phone call, it will be up to you to decide if partnering with Simple Athletics aligns with your goals and interests.
How Does Remote Coaching Work?
If you decide to partner with Simple Athletics, I will provide an individualized training plan that approaches your goals in the context of your lifestyle, training history, and potential “variables” (time constraints, access to equipment or resources, etc).
I will then provide you with monthly updates on training. Payment is made after training has been provided (Currently accepting Venmo, PayPal, and CashApp).
As a “Simple” Athlete, you will have unlimited communication (9am - 9pm PST) via text and email. If you have something more pressing and would like to set up a phone call or Zoom meeting, that is also an option!
What Does Training Look Like?
“Simple Athletics” is not just a catchy name. The goal has always been to take the stress of overcomplicated training approaches and jargon AWAY from the athlete. Providing training in a digestible and stress-free format.
That being said, it can vary between people. I will provide as much, or as little, as the athlete desires. Need an explanation about every single workout and its purpose? Just ask!
I have used this term before (and will again), but this is your “Journey”. My only goal is to help you along and support you in consistently being the best version of yourself. I can’t decide what that looks like, but I can guide you to where you want to go.
Can My Training Change?
Absolutely. If training is going better than expected and you would like to adjust your goals, just let me know and we can explore potential training plan adjustments. Nothing is set in stone and it is not a burden to make changes to training.
One thing to ALWAYS remember: “The training must fit the athlete”
What If I Get Hurt?
If there is an unforeseen circumstance (ex: can’t run for 2 weeks because of a skiing accident), just let me know and we will “Pause” your training and payment.
If you are injured and have to tone back running/training, In order to address an underlying issue (ex: runner’s knee or post-tibial tendonitis), I will work alongside you to develop an adapted-training program that will get you back to where you want to be. In that situation, we wouldn’t “pause” anything. We would most likely just need to be in closer communication day-to-day and monitor your progress.
What If I Decide I Don’t Need Remote Coaching Anymore?
Full Transparency— This is a possibility. Coaching is the only profession where, if done right, you can work yourself out of a job (if done wrong you can also find yourself without a job).
Personally, I would rather you be honest with yourself and upfront with me in that situation. I understand that everyone is different and their needs can change.
I want all my athletes, past and present, to continue along the journey of life successfully.
Frequently Asked Questions
GETTING STARTED
What Can I Expect From Simple Athletics?
Training built around you.
We believe good training starts with understanding the athlete. Your experience, goals, schedule, and everyday responsibilities all matter. Our approach focuses on consistent training, appropriate challenges, and enough recovery to keep making progress. We want you to understand your training, enjoy the process, and take ownership of your progress.
It's a partnership. We provide the guidance, and you put in the work.
Who Is Simple Athletics For?
Whether you're preparing for your first marathon, simply looking to improve your fitness, or ripping an 800m on the track, Simple Athletics is designed to meet you where you are. You don't need to be an experienced runner or have a specific performance goal. What matters most is a willingness to train consistently, communicate honestly, and work toward something meaningful to you.
How Do I Get Started?
Getting started is simple.
Step 1: Tell us about yourself. Complete our short introductory form to share a little about yourself and your interest in training.
Step 2: Let’s Get on a Call. You’ll meet with our coaches and help them build a better look at your training history, schedule, experience, and future goals.
Step 3: Build your training plan. We'll review your information and discuss the next steps toward developing a personalized training program.
Step 4: Start training, Simply.
There's no commitment required to complete the initial inquiry or get on a call. Payment is only due prior to distribution of the training plan.
YOUR TRAINING
How Does Remote Coaching Work?
Your training is developed around your current abilities, goals, experience, and available time. Instead of following a generic schedule, you'll receive training that considers what you've done, what you're capable of today, and what you're working toward. Your program is reviewed monthly, with adjustments made to support your progress. Our goal is to make training straightforward, manageable, and effective.
What Does My Training Plan Include?
Your program is designed around your individual needs and may include:
Running: Easy runs, long runs, and structured workouts, etc.
Ancillary Training: Exercises to support strength, stability, power, and athletic development.
Cross-training: Additional fitness work or alternatives to running when appropriate.
Recovery Recommendations: Guidance to help you prepare for, and recover from, training sessions.
Weekly Check-in: Your opportunity to let us know your questions, or if would like guidance on an upcoming session, or just to tell us everything is going well!
How Does My Training Change Each Month?
Your training should change as you do. Each month, you'll complete a short training review to help us understand how things have been going. We'll look at your completed training, recovery, schedule, and upcoming goals to determine what adjustments may be appropriate. Sometimes that means progressing your training. Other times, it means maintaining what you're doing or making things more adaptable.
The training must fit the athlete.
Will I Be Able to Track My Workouts?
We're developing an online training system that will allow athletes to record their workouts and track their progress. The goal is to compare your completed training with what was originally prescribed. This will help us better understand how you're responding to training and what adjustments may be needed. While the system is being developed, training feedback will be collected through our coaching check-ins.
What Are Re-Evaluation Credits?
Sometimes your goals, schedule, or training needs change before your next monthly review. Re-evaluation credits give you the opportunity to request an additional assessment of your training. When you use a credit, we'll reconsider your training history, completed workouts, current circumstances, and future goals to determine whether adjustments are needed.
Your subscription includes:
2 re-evaluation credits during your initial three-month commitment.
1 additional credit for each paid month beginning in month four.
Your regular monthly training review does not use a credit.
What If I Miss a Workout?
Life happens. Missing a workout doesn't mean you've failed or lost your progress. We believe consistency matters more than perfection, and one missed session doesn't undo the work you've already completed. There's no need to make up every missed workout. Contact our coaches and let them know you missed the planned workout and give some context. We'll focus on how to move forward while keeping the bigger picture in mind.
What If I Get Injured?
Your health comes first. If you're experiencing pain or an injury, it's important to communicate what's happening and seek appropriate medical guidance. Training may need to be reduced, modified, or temporarily paused depending on your circumstances. This would be a great use of a re-evaluation credit. When appropriate, we can help adapt your fitness training around recommendations from your healthcare professional.
Simple Athletics provides fitness coaching, not medical diagnosis or treatment.
PRICING & MEMBERSHIP
How Much Does Training Cost?
Simple Athletics coaching costs $50 per month, with an initial three-month commitment. That's $150 over your first three months at the regular rate, billed monthly. After your initial commitment, your subscription continues month-to-month with automatic monthly billing.
Why Is There a Three-Month Commitment?
Because meaningful progress takes time. The first 9–12 weeks give us an opportunity to build a training foundation, establish consistent habits, and better understand how your body responds to training. Some athletes may notice improvements sooner, while others need more time. We don't believe in rushing results or chasing short-term improvements at the expense of long-term development.
Good training takes time.
Do You Offer Discounts?
Yes! Athletes who register for an eligible race through one of our official race partners can receive $30 off a qualifying monthly coaching payment, bringing that month's cost to just $20.
Our current race partners are:
Elite Sports California. They have 21 annual events throughout Southern California, Las Vegas and Hawaii
If you register for an eligible partner race before your coaching payment, submit your registration confirmation code so we can verify your discount.
If you've already made your monthly payment, the $30 discount can be applied as a credit toward a future coaching payment once your registration is verified.
Discounts are limited to one qualifying discount per month and cannot be combined.
Visit our Race Partners page to explore eligible events.
What Happens After My First Three Months?
After your initial three-month commitment, coaching continues on a month-to-month basis.
You'll continue receiving monthly training reviews and updated programming, along with one additional re-evaluation credit for each paid month.
If you decide to stop coaching, you can request cancellation according to the subscription terms provided at enrollment.
There is no additional three-month commitment after your initial period.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
What Makes Simple Athletics Different?
We believe training should be challenging without being unnecessarily complicated.
There's no shortage of training advice available today. But what works for one athlete may not work for another.
Our approach focuses on understanding the individual, providing purposeful training, and making adjustments as life and fitness change.
We also want athletes to understand why they're doing what they're doing.
The goal isn't simply to help you complete your next race or training block. It's to help you become a more knowledgeable, confident, and independent athlete.
What Does "Train | Recover | Adapt | Repeat" Mean?
It's the foundation of our coaching philosophy.
TRAIN: Give your body an appropriate challenge.
RECOVER: Allow time to recover from that training.
ADAPT: Build on the work you've done.
REPEAT: Stay consistent and continue making progress.
We believe long-term improvement comes from repeating this process, not from any single workout.
What If I Decide Coaching Isn't Right for Me Anymore?
That's completely okay.
Your goals, priorities, and needs may change over time.
We want athletes to feel confident in their ability to understand training and make informed decisions about their own progress.
Good coaching should help you become more independent, not more dependent.
Whether you train with Simple Athletics for three months or several years, our goal is to provide something valuable that stays with you.
SIMPLE ATHLETICS
Start where you are. Train for where you want to go.
TRAIN | RECOVER | ADAPT | REPEAT