BEGINNER RUNNING COACHING
BECOME A RUNNER EVEN IF YOU'RE STARTING FROM ZERO.
Get a personalized running plan, strength guidance, and real accountability designed around your current ability, schedule, and goals.
No experience required. No pressure to be fast. Just a clear path forward.
Built for first-time and returning runners.
PERSONALIZED RUNNING • STRENGTH + RECOVERY • REAL ACCOUNTABILITY
- Personalized running plan
- Strength and recovery included
- Coach and community accountability
YOU DON'T HAVE TO "GET FIT" FIRST
YOU BECOME A RUNNER BY STARTING WHERE YOU ARE.
Running can feel intimidating when you don’t know how far to go, what pace to run, or how to build endurance without feeling defeated.
Maybe you’ve tried running before, pushed too hard, and decided it simply wasn’t for you. Or maybe you keep waiting until you feel fitter, faster, or more confident before beginning.
You don’t need to prove that you belong. You need a plan that meets you where you are and helps you progress one step at a time.
VTLZR Beginner Running Coaching gives you the structure, support, and community to make running part of who you are.
REAL BEGINNER. REAL PROGRESS.
FROM STRUGGLING THROUGH ONE MILE TO A FIRST 10K IN FOUR MONTHS.
“In 4 months, I went from struggling to run a mile to crossing the finish line at my first 10K. Derek doesn’t just send you a plan – he’s in the data after every run, making real adjustments based on what he actually sees. I’ve never felt this strong as a runner in my life.”
— Jordan W., VTLZR Beginner Running Coaching
STRUGGLING AT ONE MILE
FIRST 10K COMPLETED
FOUR MONTHS OF COACHING
FROM YOUR FIRST STEP FORWARD
BUILD THE CONFIDENCE TO CALL YOURSELF A RUNNER.
BUILD ENDURANCE GRADUALLY
Follow a progression based on your current ability so you can improve without doing too much too soon.
RUN WITH CONFIDENCE
Understand your pace, distance, effort, and weekly schedule instead of guessing every time you head outside.
BECOME STRONGER
Use runner-specific strength and mobility work to support better movement, resilience, and performance.
MAKE RUNNING A HABIT
Create a routine that fits your life and gives you the accountability to remain consistent.
YOUR RUNNING COACHING EXPERIENCE
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO START AND KEEP GOING.
This is not a generic couch-to-5K PDF. Your plan is built around your experience, lifestyle, schedule, and goals—and adjusted as you progress.
- Personalized weekly running plan
- Guidance on pace, distance, and effort
- Strength and mobility programming
- Recovery guidance
- Weekly progress check-ins
- Direct access to your coach
- Data-informed program adjustments
- Schedule adjustments when life changes
- Race guidance when applicable
- Access to VTLZR+
- A supportive running and hybrid-athlete community
A CLEAR PATH FORWARD
FROM YOUR FIRST RUN TO YOUR NEXT FINISH LINE.
01
WE START WHERE YOU ARE
We learn about your experience, schedule, lifestyle, current fitness, concerns, and personal running goals.
02
WE BUILD YOUR PLAN
Your coach creates a realistic weekly running and strength plan designed around your starting point.
03
YOU RUN WITH SUPPORT
You’ll know what to do, how hard to run, and when to recover—with a coach available for guidance and accountability.
04
WE REVIEW AND ADJUST
Your coach reviews your progress and running data, adjusts your plan, and helps you keep moving toward your next meaningful goal.
COACHING THAT GROWS WITH YOU
START WHERE YOU ARE. KEEP DISCOVERING WHAT'S POSSIBLE.
Training for my marathon with VTLZR changed how I approach running. Instead of just piling on miles, I had a plan to balance running and recovery. Derek kept me accountable and adjusted when life got busy. I ran my 2nd half marathon and PR'd by 28 minutes.
Alex
VTLZR Running Coaching
“In just 4 months working with Derek, my easy pace went from 11:30 per mile to 9:50 with a low heart rate. The adjustments and his approach helped me become a faster, stronger, and much more efficient runner.”
Jenna L.
VTLZR Running Coaching
Your first goal may be running one mile or completing a 5K. As your confidence grows, VTLZR coaching can continue supporting you through whatever comes next.
YOU DON'T HAVE TO RUN ALONE
A COACH IN YOUR CORNER. A COMMUNITY BESIDE YOU.
Running may be an individual sport, but progress is easier when you feel supported.
Through VTLZR, you’ll have access to people at different stages of their journey—from those completing their first runs to experienced athletes chasing new goals.
You’ll have a place to ask questions, celebrate progress, find encouragement, and become part of something bigger than a training plan.
THIS IS FOR YOU IF YOU'RE READY TO BEGIN.
You do not need to be fast. You do not need previous race experience. You do not need to look like a runner.
You become a runner by running. We’ll help you take it from there.
- You want to start running but don't know how
- You struggle to remain consistent on your own
- Running currently feels harder than you think it should
- You're worried about pace, distance, or doing too much too soon
- You want to complete your first 5K or another meaningful distance
- You're returning after time away
- You want strength training included in your plan
- You want a coach and community supporting you
WHY VTLZR?
RUN FOR YOUR SOUL. BUILD FOR YOUR LIFE.
VTLZR means “one who imparts energy, vitality, and spirit.”
We believe running can change more than your fitness. It can strengthen your mind, build confidence, create community, and show you what you’re capable of.
Our goal isn’t simply to give you miles to complete. It’s to help you develop the strength, knowledge, and consistency to make running part of your life.
You’ll have a personalized coach—and an entire community beside you.
QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.
Do I need any running experience?
No. Your plan will be built around your current ability, even if you are starting with a combination of walking and running.
What if I'm extremely slow?
There is no required pace. Your training will be based on your effort, fitness, and goals—not someone else’s speed.
Do I need to be training for a race?
No. You can work toward your first mile, build a consistent running routine, prepare for a 5K, or pursue another goal that matters to you.
Does the program include strength training?
Yes. Your program can include strength and mobility work designed to support your running and build a stronger body.
How many days per week will I run?
That depends on your schedule, experience, recovery, and goals. Your coach will create a realistic plan you can maintain.
What happens after I apply?
We’ll review your application and connect with you to discuss your goals, challenges, and whether VTLZR coaching is the right fit.
READY TO START RUNNING?
YOUR FIRST STEP DOESN'T HAVE TO BE PERFECT. IT JUST HAS TO HAPPEN.
You don’t need to wait until you’re fitter, faster, or more confident. Start where you are, follow a plan built for you, and let us help you become the runner you want to be.