Our training is different
Training Philosophy
Under the guidance of head coach Laurah Turner, Ph.D., The Amateurs mission is to develop athletes to compete at their maximum potential. We offer science-driven, holistic, comprehensive, and personalized training programs for each of our athletes in a small group, team environment.
Over 15 years of coaching, competition, and research in endurance sports inform our approach to training. We know the key to performance lies at the intersection of our four training pillars:
Evidence-Based Training
Make the most of your training. Personalized plans based on cutting-edge research balance training stress and recovery to maximize your performance.
Strength, Resilience, & Recovery
Run strong, run healthy, run faster. Strategically structured and progressive workouts target the key areas of your physiology crucial for success in endurance running.
Individualized Coaching
Work toward your individual goals. Sync your workouts and training data to our performance management platform for detailed analysis and individualized progress tracking.
Team Support
Get better by working together. Team practices build momentum and motivation by training alongside athletes that share your drive to work hard and reach your maximum potential.