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Confidence in my abilities

I’ve never much considered myself an athlete, especially with running. Working with Coach Fain, I developed the strength, technique and endurance that allows me to run with the confidence I didn’t think I could ever achieve through running. Thank you Peter for showing me that my abilities are limitless and I am very much the athlete you believe I am.

Sean Flanagan

Run on Dirt :: Coaching by Peter Fain
2016-06-09T19:37:00+00:00

Sean Flanagan

I’ve never much considered myself an athlete, especially with running. Working with Coach Fain, I developed the strength, technique and endurance that allows me to run with the confidence I didn’t think I could ever achieve through running. Thank you Peter for showing me that my abilities are limitless and I am very much the athlete you believe I am.

Tangible Results

I started officially working with Peter while training for the 2015 Western States.  He had always given me advice but as a relatively inexperienced ultra-runner I was concerned I wasn’t getting the most out of my training.

He developed a tailored training plan that balanced an inconsistent travel schedule for work combined with Navy Reserve Duty one weekend a month with a rigorous yet flexible plan. With his help I took almost 45 minutes off my previous finishing time at Lake Sonoma 50 Mile and three weeks later placed second (behind him) and four minutes under the previous course record at the Canyons 50k.

As a coach, training partner and, most importantly, a friend Peter pushed me to levels of fitness I wouldn’t have otherwise been able to achieve and has me at the starting line in Squaw feeling healthy, strong, confident and in the best shape of my life.

Skip Crockett
Regional Intelligence Director
Department of Homeland Security

Run on Dirt :: Coaching by Peter Fain
2015-06-16T04:58:59+00:00

Skip Crockett
Regional Intelligence Director
Department of Homeland Security

I started officially working with Peter while training for the 2015 Western States.  He had always given me advice but as a relatively inexperienced ultra-runner I was concerned I wasn’t getting the most out of my training. He developed a tailored training plan that balanced an inconsistent travel schedule for work combined with Navy Reserve Duty one weekend a month with a rigorous yet flexible plan. With his help I took almost 45 minutes off my previous finishing time at Lake Sonoma 50 Mile and three weeks later placed second (behind him) and four minutes under the previous course record at the Canyons 50k. As a coach, training partner and, most importantly, a friend Peter pushed me to levels of fitness I wouldn’t have otherwise been able to achieve and has me at the starting line in Squaw feeling healthy, strong, confident and in the best shape of my life.

Run with Peter

Working with Peter in preparation for the Tahoe Rim Trail 100 has been a game-changer. He has struck a great balance between diligence, hard work and rest and recovery through challenging and enjoyable workouts. Additionally, the opportunity to actually run with Peter and get feedback on form, cadence, pace, etc. has been invaluable and something that cannot be replicated through remote training plans. Peter is remarkably thoughtful in providing encouragement and feedback to runners of all speeds and ability. Finally, Peter's training program is FUN, a critical component to ultra-distance training.

Jeff Brown

Run on Dirt :: Coaching by Peter Fain
2015-06-17T12:23:03+00:00

Jeff Brown

Working with Peter in preparation for the Tahoe Rim Trail 100 has been a game-changer. He has struck a great balance between diligence, hard work and rest and recovery through challenging and enjoyable workouts. Additionally, the opportunity to actually run with Peter and get feedback on form, cadence, pace, etc. has been invaluable and something that cannot be replicated through remote training plans. Peter is remarkably thoughtful in providing encouragement and feedback to runners of all speeds and ability. Finally, Peter's training program is FUN, a critical component to ultra-distance training.

Fitter and faster

I am fitter, faster, and have more fun trail running since working with Peter. His training plan is perfectly tailored to my needs, but I derive the most benefit from our one-on-one sessions, where he motivates and cues me in just the right ways to improve.

Helen Pelster

Run on Dirt :: Coaching by Peter Fain
2015-06-08T20:54:42+00:00

Helen Pelster

I am fitter, faster, and have more fun trail running since working with Peter. His training plan is perfectly tailored to my needs, but I derive the most benefit from our one-on-one sessions, where he motivates and cues me in just the right ways to improve.

Prepare to Get Faster

Few things are more valuable when it comes to coaching than experience and pedigree - Peter Fain has both in spades when it comes to running. His background in the sport is world-class, and his experience racing and training over the years has developed a veritable treasure trove of knowledge. Do your best to try and keep up with him on the trail and glean some of his insight, or bring him onto your team as a coach - and prepare to get faster.

Chris Cloyd
General Manager
Performance Training Center by Julia Mancuso

Run on Dirt :: Coaching by Peter Fain
2015-06-10T21:38:41+00:00

Chris Cloyd
General Manager
Performance Training Center by Julia Mancuso

Few things are more valuable when it comes to coaching than experience and pedigree - Peter Fain has both in spades when it comes to running. His background in the sport is world-class, and his experience racing and training over the years has developed a veritable treasure trove of knowledge. Do your best to try and keep up with him on the trail and glean some of his insight, or bring him onto your team as a coach - and prepare to get faster.

Positive & Motivational

Over the past two seasons of running I have been lucky enough to work with Peter Fain. He has constantly pushed my limits and by doing so he has continually helped me expand my limits. Always positive and always motivational.

Pete Broomhall

Run on Dirt :: Coaching by Peter Fain
2015-06-16T05:06:14+00:00

Pete Broomhall

Over the past two seasons of running I have been lucky enough to work with Peter Fain. He has constantly pushed my limits and by doing so he has continually helped me expand my limits. Always positive and always motivational.