RUNNING COACHING
Prevent injury. Stay strong. Run faster.
Seattle's Personalized Training
for Runners
Whether you're chasing a PR, training for your first 5K, or building the endurance to tackle Pacific Northwest trails, our running coaching integrates seamlessly with your
strength training
at NW Fitness Project.
Led by experienced marathoners Steven Pust and Kyle Davis, our running programs are designed for athletes who want more than cookie-cutter plans—you'll get goal-specific training that adapts to your life,
your body, and your ambitions.
Choose Your style:
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Fully customized programming with weekly adjustments and comprehensive support
For athletes needing highly personalized attention, extensive injury management, or week-to-week plan modifications based on how your body is responding.
What's Included:
Completely customized training plans designed specifically for you
Weekly plan adjustments based on your progress, recovery, and feedback
Direct access to your coach during personal training sessions
Comprehensive injury prevention and management strategies
Advanced performance analysis and race strategy development
Integration with your broader fitness goals and NWFP training
Pricing: Standard personal training session rates apply. Your running coaching is delivered during your scheduled 1:1 training sessions with Steven or Kyle.
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Structured, goal-specific training that integrates with your NWFP strength work
Perfect for runners who want expert programming and regular coaching support at an accessible price point.
What's Included:
Periodized training progression over 4-20 weeks (based on your goal: 5K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon)
Goal-specific programming tailored to your current fitness level, running experience, and race objectives
Strategic integration with your NW Fitness Project personal training and/or group training schedule
Zone-based training with specific pace targets customized to your abilities
Balanced workout variety: interval work, tempo runs, and aerobic base building
Flexible cross-training and recovery recommendations that complement your strength work
Ongoing coaching support with regular check-ins
Pricing:
Basic Coaching - $50/month (monthly check-ins)
Elevated Coaching - $100/month (bi-weekly check-ins)
Available exclusively as a monthly add-on to current NWFP members with active class packages or personal training.
What Makes Our Running Coaching Different
Integration Over Isolation Unlike standalone running programs, our coaching is specifically designed to work alongside your existing strength and conditioning training at NWFP. We understand that better runners aren't just built on the roads—they're built in the gym. Your running plan coordinates with your group training schedule to optimize recovery, prevent overtraining, and maximize performance gains.
Person Over Program We meet you exactly where you are—not where we think you should be. Whether you're logging 5 miles per week or 26+, whether you prefer treadmills or trail runs, your plan adapts to your current fitness level, running experience, injury history, and available time. This is personalized coaching at an accessible price point.
Evidence-Based, Experience-Driven Our coaches combine sports science with real-world racing experience. Zone-based training with specific pace targets, periodized progression, strategic interval work, tempo runs, and aerobic base building—all delivered by trainers who've crossed finish lines themselves and understand what it takes to get there.
High Standards, Low Ego We hold ourselves to uncompromising quality in programming and coaching support, but we're not here to sell you on impossible timelines or unrealistic expectations. We're here to help you build sustainable running fitness that lasts.
MEET YOUR COACHES
Why Add Running Coaching to
Your Training?
Complement Your Strength Work Running builds cardiovascular endurance, mental toughness, and functional fitness that enhances everything you do in the gym. Our integrated approach ensures your running supports—rather than compromises—your strength gains.
Get Outside in the PNW Seattle's trails, roads, and greenways are calling. Our coaching helps you build the fitness to explore them safely and confidently, whether you're tackling Cherry Creek Falls or training for the Seattle Marathon.
Accountability Without Overwhelm Regular check-ins keep you accountable and motivated without micromanagement. Your coach is there when you need guidance, adjustments, or encouragement—but you maintain ownership of your training.
Proven Results Zone-based training, periodized progression, and expert coaching support deliver measurable improvements in pace, endurance, and race-day performance.
FAQs
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Choose Semi-Custom if you want structured programming with regular check-ins at an affordable price. Choose 1:1 if you need weekly adjustments, have complex injury history, or want comprehensive hands-on coaching during personal training sessions.
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No. 1:1 Running Coaching is available to anyone as a specialization within Personal Training. Semi Custom Running Plans however are only offered as add-on services for members with active personal training or group training packages.
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Perfect! We work with runners at all experience levels, from complete beginners to advanced marathoners. Your plan will be designed specifically for your current fitness level. And unlike an app, we can actually watch you run and run with you.
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We coordinate your running workouts with your strength training schedule to optimize recovery and prevent overtraining. For example, we'll avoid scheduling hard running intervals on the same day as your metabolic conditioning class.
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Talk to us. Semi-custom plans can be adjusted during your regular check-ins. 1:1 coaching allows for immediate weekly modifications. We prioritize sustainable, injury-free training in both options. And if injuries do happen, we’re here to not only recommend a physical therapist but work in partnership with them to get you back out there ASAP.
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Yes. You can move between semi-custom and 1:1 coaching as your needs change, or upgrade from Basic to Elevated semi-custom support.
Ready to Run?
Add running coaching to your NWFP training and discover what you're capable of. Whether you're chasing a finish line or just building the fitness to explore Seattle's incredible running routes, we'll meet you where you are and
help you get where you want to go.
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