PERSONALIZED TRAINING FROM 10K TO ULTRAMARATHON
Personalized 1-on-1 Online Running Coaching
Train with structure. Adapt to real life. Arrive ready for race day.
For busy runners preparing for a 10K, half-marathon, marathon or ultramarathon. Receive a flexible training plan, weekly adjustments and direct coaching built around your experience, schedule and goals—so you can train consistently and progress with confidence.
UESCA-Certified Coach · Weekly Training Adjustments · Direct Coach Support
Last update August 11, 2026
You Don't Need More Workouts. You Need to Know What to Do Next.
Maybe you're training consistently but wondering whether you're doing enough—or too much.
Maybe work, travel or family keeps disrupting the perfect training week.
Or maybe you have an ambitious race goal and don't want to spend the next six months guessing whether your training is actually moving you toward it.
That's where personalized coaching changes the process.
Not sure if you need a coach?
In 30 minutes, we'll look at where your training is today, what you're working toward and what's currently getting in the way.
Currently accepting 1 new athlete for September. Two additional openings expected in October.
A Training Plan That Adapts With You
A generic training plan cannot account for a demanding workweek, unexpected travel, accumulated fatigue or a workout that didn’t go as expected. With 1-on-1 online running coaching, your training evolves with your progress and the realities of your life.
Built Around Your Goal
Your training begins with your experience, current fitness, availability and race objective. Every workout has a purpose, whether you’re developing consistency, improving speed or preparing for an endurance challenge.
Adjusted Around Real Life
Training rarely goes perfectly according to plan. Your schedule is reviewed and adjusted regularly to accommodate fatigue, work, family obligations, travel and changing availability—without losing sight of your goal.
More Than a Training Schedule
You receive feedback, accountability and direct access to your coach throughout the process. You’ll understand not only what to do, but why you’re doing it and how each step moves you forward.
For runners who want structure without rigidity, ambitious goals without sacrificing the rest of their lives, and a coach who remains involved throughout the journey.
REAL ATHLETES. REAL LIVES. AMBITIOUS GOALS.
From a first marathon to international ultrarunning, personalized coaching meets every athlete at their current level and builds toward the goal that matters to them.
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FIRST MARATHON + HM PB
Teacher and mom who completed her first BMO Marathon after setting a half-marathon personal best during training.
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8TH OF 181 For Western State
Completed the Sulphur Springs 100 Mile in extreme conditions and earned a Western States qualifier.
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225 KM IN 22 HOURS
International ultrarunner and Spartathlon finisher, now working with Philotimo toward a 240-kilometre 24-hour performance.
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2:51 → 2:43 MARATHON PR
Improved his marathon PB by 7:28 in six months, and finishing 4th at the Super Hyak Marathon.
Your Coaching Investment
Personalized 1-on-1 Online Running Coaching
$240 CAD per month
Your ongoing coaching includes a personalized training plan, regular adjustments, workout feedback, direct communication and race-specific guidance based on your progress, schedule and goals.
Plus a one-time $75 CAD onboarding and coaching setup
Before your training begins, we’ll meet for a focused 45-minute onboarding session to:
Review your running history, current training and previous injuries
Clarify your goals, race calendar and training availability
Establish the priorities for your first training phase
Explain how your plan, feedback and adjustments will work
Set up communication and your Final Surge training platform
Your initial payment is $315 CAD. Ongoing coaching is $240 CAD per month afterward.
Coaching is billed monthly without confusing packages or pricing tiers. Meaningful progress takes time, and most athletes should plan to work with Philotimo for at least three to six months.
Secure online payments are processed through Stripe for Canadian athletes and Wise for international athletes, with payment options available in different currencies
Other Methods for Training with Philotimo
1-on-1 coaching isn’t the only way to receive guidance. Choose the option that best reflects where you are now and how you want to train.
New to running?
Couch to 10K
A structured 10-week online run/walk program designed to help beginners build consistency, confidence and the endurance to complete their first 10K.
Want to improve how you train?
Run Smarter MasterClass
A practical, hands-on workshop covering warm-ups, running drills, pacing, mobility and the habits that support efficient, sustainable training.
Explore the Run Smarter MasterClass →
Training toward a race with others?
Philotimo Team Training
Personalized coaching for teams of two to four runners preparing for the same race and distance—each training at the appropriate level while working toward one shared goal.
Explore Philotimo Team Training →
Want to know if you are race-ready with your preparation?
Race Strategy Review
You’ve done the training. Now make sure your race-day strategy is ready too.
Get an experienced second set of eyes on your existing race plan. Together, we’ll review and challenge the areas that matter most—from goals, pacing and effort to nutrition, course strategy and race-day logistics—so you can identify what you may have overlooked and arrive at the start line with a clear, adaptable plan.
45-minute video call · Marathon to ultramarathon · Pricing based on the level of review
Frequently Asked Questions
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This service is for busy runners who want personalized guidance toward a specific goal—from improving their 10K performance to completing a half-marathon, marathon, trail race or ultramarathon. It is particularly valuable if you need your training to adapt around work, family, travel and other real-life responsibilities.
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No. You don’t need a particular pace, race result or level of experience. Your coaching begins from your current fitness and background. If you are starting completely from zero and want to build toward your first 10K, the Philotimo Couch to 10K program may be the more appropriate option.
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Your plan is based on your running history, current fitness, goals, race calendar, availability and previous injuries. During your 45-minute onboarding session, we’ll establish your priorities and create a realistic training structure that fits your life.
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Your training is delivered through Final Surge, a free training platform available on desktop and mobile. You’ll be able to view upcoming workouts, record your training, add feedback and communicate directly with your coach in one organized place.
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Your training is reviewed regularly and adjusted according to your progress, feedback, fatigue and availability. Weekly changes can be made when necessary, particularly when work, travel, illness, recovery or an unexpected scheduling conflict affects your original plan.
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Missing a workout does not mean that your entire week has failed. We’ll determine whether the session should be rescheduled, modified or removed. Missed workouts are not automatically squeezed into the remaining days—the priority is maintaining productive and sustainable training.
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You’ll receive workout feedback, regular training reviews and direct support through Final Surge, email or WhatsApp. Communication is adapted to your needs and becomes more frequent around important workouts, race preparation and unexpected training challenges.
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Your plan may include running-specific strength, mobility, warm-ups, recovery habits and general race-fuelling guidance. Medical treatment and clinical nutrition remain outside the scope of running coaching, but I’m happy to communicate with your physiotherapist, dietitian, strength coach or other healthcare professional when appropriate.
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Coaching costs $240 CAD per month, plus a one-time $75 CAD onboarding and coaching setup fee. Your initial payment is $315 CAD, followed by $240 per month. Coaching is billed monthly without a long-term lock-in. If you decide to stop, let me know before your next billing date, and your coaching will continue until the end of the period already paid.
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Yes. Philotimo provides online running coaching to athletes across Canada and internationally. Canadian payments are processed through Stripe, while international athletes can use Wise with options in CAD, USD, EUR and GBP. Your first step is to book a free 20-minute coaching call so we can discuss your goal and determine whether we’re a good fit.
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Learn More About Personalized Running Coaching
Explore these articles to understand how 1-on-1 coaching supports busy runners, adapts when life gets in the way and helps athletes progress toward ambitious goals.
READY FOR YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE?
Currently accepting 1 new athlete for September. Two additional openings expected in October.
Your Goal Deserves a Plan Built Around You
You don’t need to have every detail figured out before reaching out. During your free 20-minute call, we’ll discuss your current training, your next goal and the realities of your schedule—and determine honestly whether personalized coaching is the right fit.
Book Your Free 30-Minute Coaching Call
Free conversation · No obligation · Available across Canada and worldwide