•Andrea, 28-year-old female runner (Baltimore,
MD), 2006
Dawson Father's Day 10k = 10th overall female, 1st place age-group
Susie's Cause
5k = 4th overall female
Baltimore Half-Marathon = 28th overall female
"Mike set up a comprehensive training program based on my busy
schedule, including not only a running program, but also a weight training routine. This
ultimately led me to complete my first half-marathon in a time I never thought possible for myself. He is extremely
knowledgeable and offered challenge, support, and motivation to my workouts.”
"I
met Mike at the duathlon World Championships in Hungary and was impressed right away with his knowledge of multi-sport training--so
much so that I invited him to help coach at one of our Youth Triathlon Camps in Austin. I would trust him training any
of my own athletes."
•Sotirs, 37-year-old male runner/swimmer (Washington,
DC), 2007
"I have been training with Mike for close to a year now and have seen a significant change in
my performances. In the past I would just go to the gym and do the same program day after day. I felt that I had
hit a plateau and could not increase my strength and endurance. I was also constantly injured and often felt fatigued.
I contacted Mike and he quickly put me in a program based on where I was physically and what goals I wanted to achieve.
In less than a year my body-fat has decreased while my strength has increased. My running has improved drastically in
both speed and endurance, all while staying injury free. Mike is the right person for those who are committed to training!"
•Laura, 21-year-old
female collegiate soccer goalie (Arlington,
VA), 2008
"Mike helped me create a schedule that was based off my summer workout packet for soccer. He varied the
workouts each week so I never became bored. Being the goalie on my soccer team, I am certainly not the fastest, but
with Mike's help I was able to pass my fitness test. I am so much more confident this season because I know I'm
in the best shape I've ever been."
•Josh, 38-year-old male endurance athlete/ JFK
50-miler (Laurel,
MD), 2008
"I had been a mid-pack marathoner, but
after ACL surgery and years out of the sport I needed some expert advice to get up to my rather ambitious goal of running
a 50 miler. Coach Mike designed a specific program that matched my goals to build both speed and stamina, even working
around my somewhat difficult schedule. The workouts are varied and interesting. He measured my progress with both
time trials and fitness tests, and held track sessions to give specific advice. He's very invested in helping runners
meet their goals and I highly recommend him."
•Patrick, 21-year-old male Ironman
finisher (Washington, DC), 2008
"Mike did an excellent job of preparing me physically, mentally, and logistically
for my longest racing season to date. He created an easy-to-follow workout schedule that matched my needs and skills and he
was fast to help me modify it as external issues arose. Mike responded to my questions and concerns with his own careful thought
and expertise. I grew to trust him quickly and I had a very smooth season of (half-marathon, ppen water swimming,
and triathlon) racing that culminated in my first Ironman finish. At the end of the season, I was in the best shape of my
life."
•Vicky, 28-year-old female triathlete/runner (Arlington, VA), 2007"Mike prepared my for my first Olympic distance triathlon. By race day, I was more confident
because of the fitness I had achieved and mental preparation he helped develop. Mike brought me to a new level in understanding
how and why to workout effectively. He is passionate about what he teaches and proved to be very thorough and accessible."
References:
Dr. Elizabeth Brown, University of Maryland, Department of Kinesiology
