Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison
Online trail, ultra and road running coaches in Flagstaff, Arizona
| Hourly rate range | $100 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Athletes |
| Also coaches | Performance coach |
| Based in | Flagstaff, Arizona, United States |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | ISSA certified personal trainer and coach (Emily) |
| Practice | Sundog Running |
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison are a husband and wife team who coach runners online through Sundog Running in Flagstaff, Arizona. They focus on trail running and ultramarathons, and also coach road distances from the 5k to the marathon. Every runner gets a custom plan built from a questionnaire about running history and goals. The team has also raced multi-day stage races. Emily builds the run-specific strength programs for the team.
What Ian helps with
They help runners prepare for races from the 5k to ultras and beyond. They also help runners fit training into a busy life.
- Training for a first 50k or first 100 miler
- Setting a new personal best
- Qualifying for races like Western States, Hardrock 100 and UTMB
- Preparing for long events like the Badwater 135
- Moving up to a new distance
- Fueling for long runs and race day
- Preventing running injuries
- Building run-specific strength
Who Ian works with
They coach runners of all experience levels, from beginners to elites. Clients include serious runners chasing a new distance or a personal best, casual runners who want to get more serious, and non-runners who want to try the sport. They coach road, trail and track runners at any distance.
How Ian works
Each runner starts with an in-depth questionnaire on running history and goals. The coaches then build a full custom plan. Athletes get unlimited email and phone contact with their coach, plus a weekly email. Coaches review training and adjust the plan as goals, life events and fitness change. The program covers season planning, goal setting, an injury prevention protocol, and long run and race day fueling. Strength programs change every 4 to 8 weeks based on progress and feedback.
Background and qualifications
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison coach together as a husband and wife team. Their focus is trails and ultramarathons, and they also have experience on the road and track. They have done multi-day stage races. Emily is an ISSA certified personal trainer and coach, and he develops the Sundog Running strength programs. Those programs include exercise demonstration videos from Dr. AJ Gregg, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist at HYPO2.
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison pricing
Programs and services
- Custom online running training plans
- Unlimited coach contact by email and phone
- Weekly email check-in with your coach
- Run-specific strength programs
- Season planning and goal setting
- Trail running camp
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison reviews
The CoachVouch take
A husband and wife team that focuses on trail and ultra running and includes run-specific strength programs built by an ISSA certified trainer.
Best for trail and ultra runners who want a custom plan that fits a busy schedule.
Common questions
How much does Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison charge?
Coaching with Ian runs $100 to $175 an hour. Message Ian from this page 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 or first 100 miler, setting a new personal best, qualifying for races like Western States, Hardrock 100 and UTMB and preparing for long events like the Badwater 135.
Does Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison coach online?
Ian is based in Flagstaff, Arizona, United States. Sessions are online.
Is Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison certified?
Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison lists: ISSA certified personal trainer and coach (Emily).
Does Sundog Running coach beginners?
Yes. They work with beginners, elite runners and everyone in between. They also coach non-runners who want to try running.
Can I cancel my Sundog Running coaching?
Yes. You can cancel your subscription at any time with no obligation.
How do I contact Ian Torrence and Emily Harrison?
Send Ian a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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