Description
Discuss and review past performance, goals, and life events; how can you get the most out of your training and nutrition.
$59.00 - 30 minute call
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Natural Athlete Training System
Running Coach in Arlington, Virginia, United States
Propel Yourself!
5.0
1 reviews
VDOT Certified
V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.
USATF Level 1
USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.
USATF Level 2
USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.
About Natural Athlete
Amy ran her first marathon in 2004 in Detroit, Michigan, and has completed nearly 70 full marathons to date. In 2018, she was named Air Force Athlete of the Year. After finishing the 2018 Marine Corps Marathon as the 3rd place military finisher, she was selected to represent the United States in the Marathon during the 7th World Military Games in Wuhan, China. Amy helped lead the Women’s Team to a 5th place finish. Racing pro- and Olympic athletes from over 18 nations, she finished 22nd with a Personal Record time of 2:53:53. Amy placed in the overall Top-50 women's finish at the NYC Marathon, and recently finished 10th American at the 2021 Berlin Marathon.
Ryan has finished more than 35 full marathons. After beginning his running journey in 2008, he raced his first marathon at the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio. Through his dedication to fitness and support from his friends and family helped him reach his “sub-3” milestone over the next ten years. He currently holds a PR of 2:58:51, recorded during the 2019 Chicago Marathon, dropping nearly 24 minutes off a previous PR from the 2018 Chicago Marathon. He has gone on to numerous BQ times since then, realizing that focused training and balancing life is the best way to stay fit, have fun, and enjoy the running community.
Coaching Products
Description
Our plans are based on theories and training concepts from famous running coach Dr. Jack Daniels, as well as the knowledge and experience we’ve gained over the years with our own training. Your VDOT is calculated from your current fitness level (a recent race time or 5k test) and your pacing zones within your training plan are based upon it; meaning that your training plan is custom to you and built around you from the ground up. Having custom pacing zones takes the guesswork out of how fast to run during training and ensure your training is moving you towards your race goal. As you get fitter your VDOT value increases, meaning your pacing zones will change with your VDOT value. The plan will tell you specific paces and distances for each run, unlike generic plans that simply tell you to run a set time or distance.
Minimum Requirements
Be able to run at least 20 miles a week at the beginning
$89.00 - 15 week plan
PurchaseDescription
Our plans are based on theories and training concepts from famous running coach Dr. Jack Daniels, as well as the knowledge and experience we’ve gained over the years with our own training. Your VDOT is calculated from your current fitness level (a recent race time or 5k test) and your pacing zones within your training plan are based upon it; meaning that your training plan is custom to you and built around you from the ground up. Having custom pacing zones takes the guesswork out of how fast to run during training and ensure your training is moving you towards your race goal. As you get fitter your VDOT value increases, meaning your pacing zones will change with your VDOT value. The plan will tell you specific paces and distances for each run, unlike generic plans that simply tell you to run a set time or distance.
$99.00 - 18 week plan
PurchaseDescription
Our plans are based on theories and training concepts from famous running coach Dr. Jack Daniels, as well as the knowledge and experience we’ve gained over the years with our own training. Your VDOT is calculated from your current fitness level (a recent race time or 5k test) and your pacing zones within your training plan are based upon it; meaning that your training plan is custom to you and built around you from the ground up. Having custom pacing zones takes the guesswork out of how fast to run during training and ensure your training is moving you towards your race goal. As you get fitter your VDOT value increases, meaning your pacing zones will change with your VDOT value. The plan will tell you specific paces and distances for each run, unlike generic plans that simply tell you to run a set time or distance.
Minimum Requirements
Be able to run at least 20 miles a week at the beginning
$79.00 - 12 week plan
PurchaseDescription
Designed using Daniels' Running Formula, our plan will propel you towards your goal at that next marathon. Plans will be customized to your current fitness level and adjusted to your goal pace.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 18 weeks before goal race.
$99.00 - 18 week plan
PurchaseDescription
Designed using Daniels' Running Formula, our plan will propel you towards your goal at that next marathon. Plans will be customized to your current fitness level and adjusted to your goal pace.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 15 weeks before goal race.
$89.00 - 15 week plan
PurchaseDescription
Designed using Daniels' Running Formula, our plan will propel you towards your goal at that next marathon. Plans will be customized to your current fitness level and adjusted to your goal pace.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 24 weeks to train before the goal race.
$119.00 - 24 week plan
PurchaseDescription
Are you in the military and need a plan to help you pass your fitness assessment? Our plan will include push-ups, sit-ups, and running workouts. Please specify which branch of the military you are so it can be tailored to your requirements.
$59.00 - 12 week plan
PurchaseDescription
Are you looking for a healthy and safe way to get back to fitness after having a baby?
Let Amy help you! Amy ran the Boston Marathon 3 months postpartum; and ever since, she has been helping women reach their goals as they navigate through nursing, sleep schedule changes, nutrition needs, and the physical struggles of being a new mom!
Nobody said it was going to be easy, but with help, it can be less daunting. Taking care of ourselves is the fist step in taking care of a new human!
Minimum Requirements
New mom within 6 months of giving birth.
Communication
1 email per week, unlimited text-messages, 2 calls per month
$149.00 / month
Charged after 7-day trial
PurchaseDescription
Work one-on-one with a VDOT O2 Certified Coach and receive custom workouts uploaded to your online training calendar. All workouts are customized based on your training history and current fitness.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Weekly training schedules from your coach
- Unlimited communication via the VDOT O2 app
- A spouse coach team that understands real life and helps adjust your training around life events
Minimum Requirements
Athletes are required to log completed workouts via their VDOT O2 online training calendar. Athletes shall initiate e-mail correspondence relating to this subscription.
Communication
1 email per week, unlimited text-messages, 1 call per month
$109.00 / month
Charged after 7-day trial
PurchaseDescription
Work one-on-one with a VDOT O2 Certified Coach and receive custom workouts uploaded to your online training calendar. All workouts are customized based on your training history and current fitness.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Weekly training schedules from your coach
- Unlimited communication via the VDOT O2 app
- A spouse coach team that understands real life and helps adjust your training around life events
Minimum Requirements
Athletes are required to log completed workouts via their VDOT O2 online training calendar. Athletes shall initiate e-mail correspondence relating to this subscription.
Communication
1 email per week, unlimited text-messages, 1 call per month
$129.00 / month
Charged after 7-day trial
PurchaseHow it works
01.
Choose how you want to work together
Book a consultation, choose a training plan, or start private coaching.
02.
Connect with your coach
Share your goals, experience and upcoming races.
03.
Start training
Get your plan, stay connected and track your progress in VDOT.
Training with Natural Athlete
Athlete requirement
Running is a high-risk activity, and training is hard work. Athletes will be expected to log in to VDOT O2 to communicate with the coaches.
Distances coached
2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon , Ultra Marathon, General Fitness, 800m, Mile/1500m
Languages
English
Coaching options
Online/Remote coaching
Consultations
Specialties
Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Nutrition Advice, Boston Marathon, Cross Training Advice, Mental Skills , Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, Masters Runners
Reviews
Provided information at the level of the plan purchased. Positive communication to ensure the plan was received and understood. Assisted with TECH questions helping me to implement the training plan.... Provided information at the level of the plan purchased. Positive communication to ensure the plan was received and understood. Assisted with TECH questions helping me to implement the training plan. Week 3. Recommend!!
AI Summary
Based on information provided in Natural Athlete's profile.
Amy and Ryan combine elite racing experience with VDOT O2 and USATF Level 1 & 2 coaching to support runners across abilities. Amy’s nearly 70 marathons, World Military Games selection and 2:53:53 PR, alongside Ryan’s sub‑3 progression and multiple BQs, underpin remote consultations, training plans, and private coaching. Learn more about their programs.
Frequently asked questions
This coach supports runners focused on 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra Marathon, General Fitness, 800m, and Mile/1500m with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Nutrition Advice, and Boston Marathon.
Yes. Natural Athlete Training System is currently accepting new coaching clients, and you can reach out directly from this profile page.
Yes. Natural Athlete Training System coaches Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, and Masters Runners specifically for 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra Marathon, General Fitness, 800m, and Mile/1500m, tailoring the plan to experience level and race distance together.
This coach currently offers Consultations, Training Plans, and Private Coaching. Product availability can change as the coach updates their marketplace offerings.
Running is a high-risk activity, and training is hard work.
Athletes will be expected to log in to VDOT O2 to communicate with the coaches.
Coaching is available through Online/Remote coaching and Consultations. Review product details to choose the format that best matches your goals.