Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison
Online trail and ultra running coaches in Flagstaff, Arizona
| Hourly rate range | $75 to $190 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Based in | Flagstaff, Arizona, United States |
| Sessions | Online |
| Practice | Sundog Running |
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison are a husband and wife team who run Sundog Running in Flagstaff, Arizona. They coach road and trail runners online, from the 5k up to the ultramarathon. Their main focus is trail and ultra running. They build custom plans around each runner's past experience and current life. They also help runners prepare for and qualify for races like Western States, Hardrock 100, UTMB and Cocodona 250.
What Ian helps with
They train runners for races from 5k to ultramarathon. Their plans are built to fit around a busy life.
- Training for a first 50k
- Preparing for a first 100 miler
- Setting a new personal record
- Qualifying for races like Western States and Hardrock 100
- Preparing for UTMB and Cocodona 250
- Training for the Badwater 135 and longer events
- Moving up to a new distance
- Fitting ultra training into a busy schedule
Who Ian works with
They work with serious runners chasing a new distance or personal best. They also coach casual runners who want to get more serious, and non-runners who want to try the sport. Their runners race everything from the 5k and 10k to the half marathon, marathon and ultramarathon.
How Ian works
Each runner gets a personalized online training plan. The coaches build it from the runner's past experience and current life. Plans are designed to fit around work and family while still building confidence for the goal race. Trail and ultra running is their main specialty, though they also coach road racing.
Background and qualifications
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison coach together as Sundog Running from Flagstaff, Arizona. The team is experienced on the road, on the track and on the trails, with a long focus on trail racing and ultramarathons. They have also completed multi-day stage races. They offer online coaching for distances from the 5k to the ultramarathon.
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison pricing
Programs and services
- Online personalized coaching
- Custom training plans
- Trail running camp
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison reviews
The CoachVouch take
A husband and wife coaching team that focuses on trail and ultramarathon training.
Best for runners who want a custom plan for a trail race or ultramarathon that fits their daily life.
Common questions
How much does Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison charge?
Coaching with Ian runs $75 to $190 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison help with?
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison helps with training for a first 50k, preparing for a first 100 miler, setting a new personal record and qualifying for races like Western States and Hardrock 100.
Does Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison coach online?
Ian is based in Flagstaff, Arizona, United States. Sessions are online.
Does Sundog Running coach beginners?
Yes. The coaches work with non-runners who want to try running, casual runners, and serious racers.
Does Sundog Running only coach ultra runners?
No. Ultras and trail running are their focus, but they also coach 5k, 10k, half marathon and marathon runners.
How do I contact Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison?
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