Lift Run Perform
Online strength and running coaching for runners and endurance athletes
| Hourly rate range | $80 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Athletes |
| Also coaches | Performance coach |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | USATF coaching certification; VDOT02 coaching certification; Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (founder); Kinstretch Level I instruction certification (founder); Doctor of Physical Therapy (two team coaches) |
Lift Run Perform is an online coaching team for runners and endurance athletes who want to add strength training. Mary Johnson founded it in 2017 after working as a strength coach and running coach in Hamden, CT. The team includes running coaches and two physical therapists. Coaches build custom programs that link weight room work to road running. They aim to help runners get stronger, faster and more resilient.
What Lift helps with
The team helps runners add strength work to their training. The goal is to build strength, prevent injury and run faster.
- Adding heavy lifting to a running routine
- Preventing running injuries
- Returning to running after injury
- Improving mobility for more efficient running
- Running faster from 5k to the marathon
- Training for running before, during and after pregnancy
- Building mental skills for racing
Who Lift works with
The team coaches runners and endurance athletes at all levels. Clients range from beginners training for a 5k to runners chasing sub-3 marathons. Some coaches focus on postpartum and pregnant athletes. Many clients are runners who have avoided the weight room or have dealt with repeat injuries.
How Lift works
Each athlete gets customized programming that covers the weight room and the roads. Plans are individualized to the runner's strengths and weaknesses, including areas with repeat injuries. The founder favors slow progression and constant communication between coach and athlete. Group coaching is also offered.
Background and qualifications
Mary Johnson founded Lift Run Perform in 2017. She worked in fashion for 6 years, then switched careers in 2015 and joined a gym in Hamden, CT as a strength coach. She started coaching runners in 2016. She holds USATF and VDOT02 coaching certifications and is a Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist. She also completed the Kinstretch Level I program. Her marathon best is 3:06. The team grew to include coaches who are D1 runners, Boston Marathon finishers and two physical therapists.
Lift Run Perform pricing
Programs and services
- Customized strength and running programming
- One-on-one running coaching
- Group coaching
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The CoachVouch take
Runs a team of running coaches that includes two physical therapists and pairs strength training with running plans.
Best for runners who want to lift weights, stay healthy and race faster.
Common questions
How much does Lift Run Perform charge?
Coaching with Lift runs $80 to $175 an hour. Message Lift from this page for an exact quote.
What does Lift Run Perform help with?
Lift Run Perform helps with adding heavy lifting to a running routine, preventing running injuries, returning to running after injury and improving mobility for more efficient running.
Does Lift Run Perform coach online?
Sessions are online.
Is Lift Run Perform certified?
Lift Run Perform lists: USATF coaching certification; VDOT02 coaching certification; Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (founder); Kinstretch Level I instruction certification (founder); Doctor of Physical Therapy (two team coaches).
Does Lift Run Perform work with postpartum runners?
Yes. Founder Mary Johnson enjoys working with postpartum mothers. Coach Kirstin Ritchie also works with women before, during and after pregnancy.
Do they coach beginners?
Yes. The coaches work with runners of all levels, from beginner 5k runners to sub-3 marathoners.
How do I contact Lift Run Perform?
Send Lift a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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