Sports Performance & Speed Training Track & Cross Country Coaching Run Coaching
Athletic development programs for youth to adult — every experience level, from beginner to collegiate.
Find out if we are right for you. There is never any obligation or pressure to join us.
We provide small group and private 1:1 coaching for middle school, high school, collegiate, and adult athletes.
All sessions are held in Lewis Center, Ohio — conveniently located for athletes from Columbus, Powell, Delaware, Westerville, Dublin, Sunbury, Worthington, and surrounding communities.
2026–2027 Season Dates
- FallNow Enrolling!1:1 coaching onlyAugust 15 – October 18, 2026
- Late Fall / Early WinterGroup A1:1 & small-groupOctober 24, 2026 – December 20, 2026
- WinterGroup B1:1 & small-groupJanuary 2, 2027 – February 28, 2027
- Late Fall / Full WinterGroup C1:1 & small-groupOctober 24, 2026 – February 28, 2027
Which best describes who you are looking for?
For Middle School, High School & Collegiate Athletes
Indoor/Outdoor Track (Distance)
Summer, Fall, Winter1:1 middle and long distance Track coaching (800m and up) to prepare for the indoor and outdoor track seasons.
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Indoor/Outdoor Track (Sprints)
Summer, Fall, Winter1:1 sprint coaching — starts, acceleration, and top-end speed to prepare for the indoor and outdoor track seasons.
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Speed, Agility, Quickness (SAQ) Training
Spring, Summer, FallMulti-sport athletic development focused on acceleration, change of direction, and footwork.
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Cross Country Coaching
Winter, Spring, SummerOff-season and pre-season XC training to prepare athletes for a strong cross country season.
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Running Form Analysis
All Year LongSlow-motion video analysis to evaluate your running form, biomechanics, and gait — identify inefficiencies and improve mechanics.
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Adult Run Coaching
All Year LongPersonalized coaching for adult runners of all levels — from first 5K to marathon PRs.
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All Year LongSlow-motion video analysis to evaluate your running form, biomechanics, and gait — identify inefficiencies and reduce injury risk.
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Combined, our two coaches have over 50 years of experience coaching athletes from first-timers to D1 collegiate athletes and state champions and everything in between. Whether you are just starting out or chasing a personal best, we meet you where you are.
We're not here to run practices. We're here to develop athletes. Every plan is built for the long haul — growing the whole athlete, physically and mentally, around who they are and where they want to go.
Steve Carmichael
Founder & Coach
Doug Herron
Distance Coach
Proven, Modern, Evidence-Based Training Methodologies
Every athlete is different — whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned competitor. That is why we customize every training plan based on your goals, experience level, and where you are in your season. No cookie-cutter workouts.
Our approach follows periodized, evidence-based training methodologies refined over decades of coaching. Training without focus and planning is just exercise. We make every session count.
Small Group Training
We keep group sizes very small so every athlete — from beginners to advanced — receives individualized attention. We get to know each athlete and adjust workouts during sessions as needed.
1:1 Training
For 1:1 training, everything is 100% customized to your goals and ability level. We make adjustments based on real data and your feedback — not a generic spreadsheet. This is ideal for athletes who want focused, accelerated development.
We Build Athletes Up, Not Tear Them Down
Our coaches are non-judgmental, supportive, and motivating. Every athlete has down days. Not every workout will be perfect. We are here to encourage growth at every level — no experience required.
Certifications & Qualifications
Coaching to us is more than a “weekend certification.” Founded in 2011, our coaches are certified through leading agencies and organizations:
Each coach stays current through advanced training, clinics, and continuing education. All coaches are First Aid/CPR/AED certified with nationwide criminal background checks and SafeSport certification.
Where Our Athletes Have Gone
From first-timers to collegiate competitors
We coach athletes at every level — many start with no competitive experience at all. Some of our athletes have gone on to compete at the collegiate level, while others simply discovered a love for running. Here are a few who took it to the next level:
Camron Herron
University of Texas
U.S. HS #12 | NCAA All American | 800m 1:47.97
Drew Regnier
Penn State
US HS #3 Outdoor 800m | NCAA All American | 800m 1:46.77
Santiago Prosser
Northern Arizona
State Champion XC | NCAA All American | National Championship team
Maggie Callahan
University of Arizona
State Record Holder | Pac 10 Champion Steeplechase
Ty Munroe
University of Akron
800m | 2x State Appearance | New Balance Nationals 4x800 2x Appearance
Whitney Scott
Creighton University
Women's Soccer
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Ready to take your performance to the next level? Contact us to learn more about our programs
Phone
1-740-833-5986Location
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035
Serving Columbus, Powell, Delaware, Westerville, Dublin, and surrounding areas
Training Hours
By appointment - flexible scheduling available