Derek Riedel - Running Coach

Derek Riedel

Running Coach in San Antonio, TX, United States

Highly Experienced College Cross Country and Track and Field Coach

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 Derek

I am happily married with two children, Gavin (13) and Gwyneth (10) and live in San Antonio, Texas. I have coached at University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) since 2005 - coaching many distance runners to personal records in all distances ranging from the 800m to the half marathon! During my 20+ years of full-time coaching I have worked with many types of runners and focused on the individualization of training programs aimed at bringing out the best in each runner and helping them progress to their full potential! I focus on combining strength training and sound exercise physiology principles to create well-rounded training programs. I have learned that sound training progression focused on proper pacing and oversight of volume helps runners improve their running economy, confidence, and ultimately performances!

Coaching Products

Description

Discuss and review past and current training, goals, etc to determine how to get the most out of your training. We will discuss trends, successes, and difficulties to offer expert advice to help you grow into the runner and athlete you want to be!

$80.00 - 60 minute call

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Description

Designed by experienced running coach Dr. Derek Riedel, this program is individualized to fit your experience and goals! With years of experience coaching runners Derek Riedel is equipped to meet you where you are at and get you to where you want to go - regardless of the destination or how long it takes to get there!

Minimum Requirements

Must be a runner and willing to work hard with expert coaching and guidance!

$80.00 - 8 week plan

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Description

Work one-on-one with a private coach and receive custom workouts uploaded to your V.O2 training calendar. All workouts are based on your training history and current fitness level to allow you to progress and build appropriately. With private coaching you will ensure that you receive a program built just for you and your goals! Emails and text message communication will ensure that all questions are answered in a timely fashion.

Minimum Requirements

I want to work with motivated individuals who have been training/running for at least two years and can run at least 30 miles per week. If you have some running experience and can train at least 5 days per week we will be a good match for each other!

Communication

unlimited emails, unlimited text-messages, 1 call per week

$150.00 / month

Charged after 7-day trial

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How 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 Derek

Athlete requirement

I'm looking to work with any and all athletes and runners who are motivated to improve and be the best athlete/runner they can be. If you are hungry and determined to realize your best fitness level and live a healthy lifestyle I am the coach for you! I prefer to work with athletes who have running experience and have been running for at least 2 years, have racing experience and are looking to take their performances and training to the next level.

Distances coached

General Fitness, 800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km , 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon

Languages

English

Coaching options

In-person

Online/Remote coaching

Group coaching

Training camps

Consultations

Specialties

Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Certified Strength and Conditioning, Cross Training Advice, Mental Skills, Beginner Runners , Recreational Runners, Masters Runners

AI Summary Based on information provided in Derek's profile.

Derek brings 20+ years of full-time coaching at UIW (since 2005) and USATF Level 1 & 2 credentials to individualized programs for runners from 800m to marathon. He combines strength training and exercise physiology with pacing and volume oversight to boost economy, confidence and performance. Explore his training plans, consultations and private coaching.

Frequently asked questions

This coach supports runners focused on General Fitness, 800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, and Marathon with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Certified Strength and Conditioning, and Cross Training Advice.

Yes. Derek Riedel is currently accepting new coaching clients, and you can reach out directly from this profile page.

Yes. Derek Riedel coaches Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, and Masters Runners specifically for General Fitness, 800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, and Marathon, 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.

I'm looking to work with any and all athletes and runners who are motivated to improve and be the best athlete/runner they can be. If you are hungry and determined to realize your best fitness level and live a healthy lifestyle I am the coach for you! I prefer to work with athletes who have running experience and have been running for at least 2 years, have racing experience and are looking to take their performances and training to the next level.

Coaching is available through In-person, Online/Remote coaching, Group coaching, Training camps, and Consultations. Review product details to choose the format that best matches your goals.