Run Training and Coaching

• Custom online workout design and remote coaching. Would you like to love running, improve your performance, learn to run, or run your first 5K or a Marathon?  Let USA certified ET coaches design the perfect run workouts for you.  Did you know that improper run workouts are one of the leading causes of injuries and poor performance in both training and racing.  Every athlete has a unique background and genetics making any generic run training plan from the web or a book a less than an ideal fit.  ET running plans are customized for each athlete and allow you to safely become the runner you were meant to be.  These workouts can be efficiently delivered right to your email inbox on a weekly basis.  A web based training and logging application is included along with unlimited email and phone dialogue with your coach.  Video can also be used with remote athletes to improve ongoing communication with your coach.  Contact Coach Joe to schedule a meeting to learn more and get started!

• Private lessons and workout with a coach. If you’d like to learn to run or improve your running game, private lessons are the fastest way to get there.  An ET coach can quickly assess your current level, develop real-time workouts that perfectly progress you, and discuss any topic on your mind while you workout.  What a great way to get a customized, high quality workout with an expert and have fun in the process!  Contact Coach Joe to schedule a meeting to learn more and get started!

• ET Run Club. ET Run Club is open to everyone – regardless of fitness level or running experience!!  We invite you to come join one of our regular group runs that are held on Saturday mornings at 8 AM. We run outside year round, and we run in small groups according to distance and pace. The distance typically ranges from 3 to 7 miles on any given run with paces ranging from 7 to 13 minutes per mile.  We make sure no one runs alone.  One of the highlights of our group run is the coffee social held after every run — after all, who doesn’t run to EAT?

• Friday morning Fun Run with Coach Suzy. Looking for a fun and healthy way to spend a Friday morning? Help meet your health and fitness goals by joining Coach Suzy for a free fun run/walk from lululemon in Naperville! Running/walking is a great way to get out and enjoy the weather, manage weight, be active and combat stress. All fitness levels are welcome, whether you’re a beginner walker or training to PR your next 5k! Come for the run…stay for the fun! An optional coffee social will follow each run…and, of course, shopping at lululemon!!  Click here for all the details.

• Run to Become.   Are you willing to become everything you are meant to be?  Do you want to breakthrough in training, racing and life?  How are you going to make that happen? Run to Become is the perfect blend of running (or walking), social interaction, motivation, inspiration and a morning cup of Coach Joe. This one day a week, small group treadmill based class is customized to each athlete’s fitness levels.  You laugh, you sweat, and you learn as Coach Joe shares the mental strategies needed to become unstoppable in every aspect of your life.  What if the famous quote, “Anything is Possible” really could come true?

• Group Track Program. ET Track is a weekly outdoor spring and summer group coached track program designed to improve your run speed.  Runners should have at least six months of consistent running three times per week.  Group coaching is provided on key topics such as pace, proper fast running form, running drills, breathing, heart rate zone training, interval training, injury prevention, race strategies and recovery.  Participants will learn to adapt the legs to faster turnover and the body to higher demands, increase physiological efficiency and improve top speed, enjoy a great environment for the ‘feel’ of speed, and receive performance feedback.

• Learn to Run class. Who says running can’t be fun? Join USA certified coach Suzy Cerra for this 6-session training program which is designed for beginner level runners who want to “learn to run” without injury. Coach Suzy will provide workouts and instruction at each one hour session to help you run further, feel better about yourself, and have a great time doing it! No experience is necessary!  We’ll celebrate your achievements by participating in a local 5K.  Contact Coach Suzy for additional information.

• Half Marathon Training Class. So, you want to run a half marathon?  Whether you’re a first-timer or you’re looking to improve your performance at the half marathon distance, our Half Marathon Training Class is for you!

• Mental Toughness Consulting. Running is 90% mental, right?  We’ve all heard or felt this.  So what is the secret to learning to love running and becoming the runner you are meant to be.  Contact Coach Joe to schedule a consultation.