McMillan Run Coach
Certification Program

Course layout/structure, how to make the most out of the course and introduction to Greg McMillan.

What does it mean to be a coach? What are the many hats a coach must wear in order to cultivate a culture of success. We cover these topics in depth and provide best practices from our very own coaches.

Running is simple right? The science behind it can sometimes confuse even the most experienced of us, but in this module, Greg breaks it down into easy-to-understand sections in order to give you the information to explain it to your athletes.

In order to move forward we must know how the sport evolved. Greg will walk us though a timeline of running and how it has impacted modern day techniques and methods.

In this module Greg discusses what he considers the most critical components to running performance. These are the levers that a coach will likely use to create the perfect mix of activities for an athlete.

What gets measured gets improved! What types of measurements are out there and how can you use them to help your athletes.

How much effort should your athletes be expending during workouts? The answer varies depending on your workout goals. Greg will explain the different zones and how each one should be utilized when training.

What are the common race distances and terrains? Simple question but with an evolving market we discuss some key points that you should be aware of to kick off conversations with your athletes.

When creating a custom plan for your athletes you need to make sure that you are gathering the right data points. Without a true understanding on where they are and where they want to go you could be designing a plan that they won’t follow or need. Greg shares his method and intake form to better capture this critical information.

One of the most discussed topics in any running forum. Greg hits on the topic from a running perspective, understanding that each athlete is different.

Runners come in all shapes and sizes and as a result form can be quite varied. In this module Greg talks about the key points that coaches need to be aware of that can make a huge difference in a runner’s efficiency.

We talk a lot about the body, but the mind is just as, if not more important to a runner’s overall well-being and success. In this module, we dive into how to train your mind to remove mental barriers and create a positive attitude.

There are many opinions, methods, and perspectives on training, in this module Greg discussed the key differences and teaches you how to perform a comparative analysis, so that you can piece together the best path forward for your athletes.

In this module Greg walks you step-by-step through the training plan creation process.

Race performance is a critical component to the overall satisfaction of your athletes. A coach should be able to adequately prepare a runner for an upcoming race. Greg will talk through the process of creating a race plan.

As a coach, your number 1 priority should be keeping your runner safe. In this module we cover the rules of the road and other important information that all runners and coaches should know.

Being a run coach is a labor of passion, but it still must be treated as a business for you to continue to help others. In this module we talk about the top factors that challenge coaches and provide best practices.

With all the information we have included in the course the next step is to get started. We end the course with some action items that will help you get the ball rolling!