You & Your Potential

You and Your Potential

A client recently said that maybe they’d be inspired to run for time in an upcoming race.

Until now, racing for time hasn’t been a motivator for this person. My honest response was: fine if you do, fine if you don’t.

It may seem unexpected coming from a professional coach, but I’m not concerned with everyone trying to maximize their potential. Reaching potential is just one of many valid goals for a runner.

For the past several years my general goal has been to get (or stay) fit enough that an 8 mile run doesn’t make me tired.

Certainly my potential is greater than this, but for some reason, right now an “8 mile run feeling like nothing” is my own definition of fitness. Nothing more.

As runners, we can define our personal goals and decide just how hard we’re willing to work.

I’m here to help you achieve whatever it is that matters to you.

Sincerely, Nicole

SERVICES & RATES

COACHING
$145/month (or $225 with strength training)
**includes unlimited text/email & weekly phone call

CONSULTING
FREE for first-time clients (15min)
$80/ hour phone or video call
✨NEW✨
Self-Schedule your 1 hour consultation here.
If none of the times listed work for you, please email or text your request.

CUSTOM TRAINING PLANS
$250 one-time payment, up to 16 weeks of workouts

SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTATION!

text: 313-462-9648
email: nicole@sifuentescoaching.com

BARE MINIMUM STRENGTH TRAINING

This program has been designed by me, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, for any runners currently doing no strength and conditioning. This is your on-ramp!

HOPPING (or jump rope) & LUNGES

Gradually work up to 100 hops and 10 lunges.
Twice a week.
For more info on this program check out my blog.

Running & Training Quiz

Scroll to the bottom for answers!

You’re sick on a workout day. You should skip the workout and pick up with training when you’re feeling better. T/F
You’re super busy on a workout day. You should skip the workout and pick up with training the next day. T/F
You have a slight hamstring strain but your marathon is tomorrow. The best thing to do is:
a) get it taped prior to the race
b) get a last-minute sports massage
c) take Advil and let the magic of race day carry you
d) stay home or cheer from the sidelines
You love the marathon and your dream goal is to qualify for Boston. Your coach suggests focusing on shorter distances for a while. You should do what the coach says. T/F
You love the marathon, the energy of the crowds and the magic of the distance. Every time you cross the finish line you look forward to the next marathon. Your coach suggests focusing on shorter distances for a while. You should do what your coach says. T/F
The most common reason for shin splits is:
a) bad running form
b) wrong shoes
c) coaching error/ inappropriate program
d) lower leg weakness

Nicole’s Curated Content

Article: Your Treadmill Might Be Gaslighting You—Here’s How to Tell

“Your eight-minute mile might not actually be an eight-minute mile. Here’s how to know if your treadmill is inaccurate—and how to fix it.”

Podcast: The Biggest Mistakes Runners Make

Discussion on “the major things runners do that often lead to injury.”

New on the Blog

5 Reasons You Shouldn't Run a Marathon

Marathoning isn’t for everyone. Don’t run a marathon (even once!) unless you want to.

Bare Minimum Strength Training

I have good news. You, yes you, can still do the BARE MINIMUM and become a stronger runner. There are ONLY 2 exercises!

Quiz answers: 1) True. 2) False. 3) d. 4) True 5) False 6) c.
Read the explanations here.

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