Coach Kevin Strehlo - Running Coach

Coach Kevin Strehlo

Running Coach in Los Angeles, CA, United States

Keeping Young Coaching Kids 7 to 70

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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.
RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
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About Coach Kevin

I coached swimming when I was in college and have been coaching individual runners since 1997, mostly to qualify for the Boston Marathon. For the last 6 years, I’ve also coached age-group distance and cross-country runners as they compete at local, state, and national levels. I’m a competitive Masters runner, placing 3rd in my age group at the 2018 Los Angeles Marathon, 2nd in AG at the 2016 Long Beach Half, and winning my age group at the 2014 and 2019 Great Race of Agoura Half. One successful athlete said this after I coached her to a BQ: “Kevin, thanks so much for your coaching, scientific research, positive reinforcement and always bringing out that extra Nancy energy I didn’t know I had.” When I coached JJ through many issues to hit her 4-hour marathon goal including recovering from a fall on ice and overcoming both Krohn's and a torn hip labrum, she posted: "My watch said 3:54:09. Felt great! Thanks for all of your help!!!!"

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Coaching Products

Description

As Executive Race Director for the Women Run LA race series, I can help you reach your goal on the Bolsa Chica, Hansen Dam, and Oxnard Park courses that I set up. You'll receive a personalized training plan tailored for your current running ability and goals. More importantly, I will update your training plan as you progress and respond to the questions you ask in your personalized vdoto2 portal. Once a month, on Saturday mornings in the general vicinity of Calabasas, CA, I do in-person training for everyone signed up for this plan. That session includes work on running technique and form. The Saturday before the race, you can join a practice run on the actual course. Your subscription is good for a minimum of twelve weeks, which means I'll continue to work with you beyond race day if there are fewer than twelve weeks until the run. I may be most helpful to you AFTER you've run the race. There is nothing like the experience of racing to clarify for us how you can improve and better reach your health and fitness goals.

Minimum Requirements

You must have a running watch that communicates with the vdoto2 system and/or Strava.

Communication

1 in-person session per month

$100.00 - 12 week plan

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Description

Doing a hard workout without sufficient recovery is one reason Masters runners plateau and are more susceptible to injury. In his late 30s, Meb Keflezighi realized he could no longer get the most out of hard workouts on only one day's rest. Shifting to a 9-day cycle allowed two recovery days between hard workouts. Only with the extra rest could he get the full benefit from the hard tempo and interval days that he had squeezed into a single week as a young man. The result: Meb's 2014 Boston Marathon win.

Minimum Requirements

At or approaching masters runner status (age 40) with the flexibility to run hard workouts on any day of the week.

Communication

1 email per week, 1 call per month

$75.00 / month

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Description

If you run the online workouts I provide at the paces I specify, in a less-stress, more-gain plan that minimizes setbacks from aches and injuries, you should make your Boston Qualifying time within four months to a year. I’ll tell you that timeframe after the first month, i.e., how long it might take you to BQ and how much of a stretch it will be. I’ll suggest the best venues for achieving your BQ and, once we’ve agreed, train you for that specific course. The downhill Revel courses? Maybe. We’ll see how easily your quads quiver. Long downhills aren’t for everyone. See my blog post on the subject. Training includes my suggestion for a local monthly race that shares characteristics with your BQ target. Racing is the best gauge of your progress. It’s also the best BQ workout you’ll get. After you’ve been with me for two months, I’ll give you simple instructions on how to have a friend shoot a running form video and email it. Once an adequate video arrives, I’ll analyze your form and make suggestions within ten days on how to achieve a more efficient stride. If you’re local to Los Angeles, I’ll invite you to join me monthly for in-person coaching. The guarantee, available only through VDOT? If you don’t make your BQ in the timeframe I gave you after one month in—whatever the cause—I’ll continue coaching you as above until you do.

Minimum Requirements

Completion of a previous marathon and your completion of a form and waiver on my website www.longlifemarathon.com.

Communication

unlimited emails, 1 call per month, 1 in-person session per month

$75.00 / month

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Description

This program is for runners looking for fitness and fun who wouldn't object to getting a little faster. The schedule includes a comfortable, predictable set of three runs a week including a "speed" or hill workout plus two optional cross-training sessions. Best-of-breed instructional videos linked to your workout calendar show you how to perform the cross-training and strength-building exercises. I'll comment online after your workouts. You can reply, ask questions, or clarify issues you're having. Our back and forth might include a video solution. As you progress, I'll tune your workout paces.

Minimum Requirements

Having completed a 5K race.

Communication

unlimited emails, 1 call per month

$50.00 / month

Purchase

Description

If you run the online workouts I provide at the paces I specify you will get to your goal time in the mile of for a PFT in 3 months. I'll tell you within two weeks if your realistic stretch-goal time should be slower or faster and how much of a stretch it will be. After you've been with me for a month, I'll do a video analysis of your form and make suggestions within 10 days on how to improve your stride for the mile. If you're close to Los Angeles, I can take the video and join you for form corrections. Training includes my suggestion for races near you. Racing is the best gauge of your progress and a terrific boost towards achieving your goals.

Minimum Requirements

A recent 5K, 1600, 1500 or Mile race result.

Communication

unlimited emails, unlimited text-messages, 1 call per month, 1 in-person session per month

$75.00 / month

Purchase

Description

If you run the online workouts I provide at the paces I specify
 you’ll achieve maximum progress towards your Marathon Goal Time. Training includes my suggestion for a monthly race near you that shares characteristics with your target Marathon. Racing is the best gauge of your progress, and I’ll adjust your plan and paces based on it. It’s also terrific, task-specific training. I encourage and respond quickly to communication through our shared portal. We’ll discuss your progress based on insights from your vital signs, paces, and running mechanics and adjust plans and goals accordingly. All of that information in context helps us work together to improve your: CARDIO (heart & capillaries) ECONOMY (adds fat-burning, preserves Glycogen) ENDURANCE AEROBIC CAPACITY (VO2max) SPEED FORM (So you can run faster and be more injury resistant by eliminating waste motion and reducing impact force) If you’re local to Los Angeles, I hope to see you soon at my weekly group runs for in-person coaching. If you're strictly remote, I'll have you email me video for analysis of your form.

Minimum Requirements

Previous completion of at least a 10K, preferably a half marathon

Communication

unlimited emails, 1 call per month, 0 in-person sessions per week

$70.00 / month

Purchase

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 Coach Kevin

Athlete requirement

Athletes need to get in touch to schedule a call that will allow us to decide if we'd benefit from working together.

Distances coached

Mile/1500m, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon

Languages

English

Coaching options

In-person

Online/Remote coaching

Group coaching

Specialties

Competitive Runners, Boston Marathon, Cross Training Advice, Recreational Runners, Masters Runners

Reviews

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Janine Jennings

Jan 19, 2020

Coach Kevin is exceptional! I gave him a difficult task of finishing off months of training to help me reach very specific race goals. My race is next week but 2 weeks ago I really aced an interim r... Coach Kevin is exceptional! I gave him a difficult task of finishing off months of training to help me reach very specific race goals. My race is next week but 2 weeks ago I really aced an interim race which showed significant progress in a short amount of time. I have worked with many coaches over the years and Kevin spent more time collecting information about me and my running to put together a comprehensive training plan targeted to my goals. He actually researched my races and their topology for race plans. Kevin has tons of experience and shares the valuable information he has gathered freely. I selected him because of his experiences. It was definitely the right choice.

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Tamieka Armstrong

Jan 16, 2020

I just started working with coach Strehlo. He has been amazing to work with. He is responsive, flexible and goes above and beyond. He addresses any training concerns that I have quickly and has a p... I just started working with coach Strehlo. He has been amazing to work with. He is responsive, flexible and goes above and beyond. He addresses any training concerns that I have quickly and has a positive coaching style. I already feel stronger which has helped my mental running game. I’m excited to see the results of my training.

JB

Jennifer Boller

Dec 19, 2019

Kevin got me through the year with PR’s in all of my races: 5k, 10k, half marathon and marathon. I had a 32 minute PR in my marathon. He coached me through injuries, and adjusted my training as I ne... Kevin got me through the year with PR’s in all of my races: 5k, 10k, half marathon and marathon. I had a 32 minute PR in my marathon. He coached me through injuries, and adjusted my training as I needed it. He was very good at understanding my needs and supportive of my running. We communicated on a weekly basis on how things were going and made changes as needed. He was a great coach!

AI Summary Based on information provided in Coach Kevin's profile.

Kevin has coached individual runners since 1997, specializing in Boston-qualifying programs from 1600m to marathon. USATF Level 1, VDOT O2 and RRCA certified, he pairs scientific training and positive reinforcement with Masters race experience. He offers private coaching, training plans and in-person, remote or group options—learn more about his programs.

Frequently asked questions

This coach supports runners focused on Mile/1500m, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, and Marathon with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, Boston Marathon, Cross Training Advice, and Recreational Runners.

Coach Kevin Strehlo is not currently accepting new coaching clients. You can still review profile details and check back for updates.

Yes. Coach Kevin Strehlo coaches Competitive Runners, Cross Training Advice, Recreational Runners, and Masters Runners specifically for Mile/1500m, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, and Marathon, tailoring the plan to experience level and race distance together.

This coach currently offers Training Plans and Private Coaching. Product availability can change as the coach updates their marketplace offerings.

Athletes need to get in touch to schedule a call that will allow us to decide if we'd benefit from working together.

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