Star created my individualized training plan for St. Jude Memphis Marathon, which was my 3rd. I was recovering from an Achilles injury earlier in the year, so Star worked with me to ensure I knew how to train hard but train smart to avoid a relapse. Thanks to Star's brilliant plan, her support and encouragement at our first workout and through the training months and even on race day, I achieved a PR by 18 minutes and qualified for the Boston Marathon! She is amazing, and I would highly recommend her as a coach to any runner looking to do their best. - CG
Star is an incredible coach! In less that 12 months, she had my fiancé go from never have run 4 miles to completing a full marathon! And the same thing can be said for my own personal training goals. I had previously attempted to run the Chicago marathon but couldn't make it all the way. This time was completely different. Star created a plan and we worked it! There was no doubt the results were a direct reflection of Star's coaching abilities, strategies, and tenacity for ensuring that everyone stuck to the plan. Great coach and great group. Thanks Star! - CW
I have had real, measurable success with your program, Star. That's a big deal to me because I've never stuck with any exercise program I've ever attempted. I have always gotten discouraged, given up and fallen back into bad habits. Also, you and Keith are real folks, not fitness elitists. You don't scoff at anyone slack of knowledge, effort, or attempt. That element has been key to my success. - TS
I have tried running about 20 times in my life and never could get past the 2 mile mark. I remember the first week when I could barely run 2 minutes. Star's program, along with her coaching and motivation is unbelievable! If it weren't for her and Keith, I would not be running today. They have taught me so much. I never in a million years thought I would be running a half marathon. I remember the first weekend I ran 6 miles. My thought was, ok that was difficult but not impossible. Then came, 7, 8, 10, 11, and now I will be running 13.1. She is always super supportive and doesn't let you get yourself demotivated because you are always last or you are slow. As long as you are doing it she pushes you along. I will always run, even after I move. I think you should go national! - OW
It started with the "Couch to 4 Miler" and just ended with the St. Jude Half marathon. With Star's guidance and patience, I progressed from barely being able to run a block to running- albeit, slowly- 13/1 miles. She pushed us but knew our limits. There was no cajoling or embarrassment; only encouragement and helpful direction. I liked that she shared her experiences, admitted that she had bad runs from time to time and that it wasn't always easy for her and griped with the rest of us. She wasn't some unrealistic, type A trainer, she was human.- DB
"We decided to sign up with Star Runners last fall for the half marathon training group. It seemed like a crazy idea at the time- a half marathon!- but we did it. And then we did another one. And then we signed up for Star's triathlon training group. We completed the Memphis in May Sprint, the Dragonfly Tri, and have 2 more races fast approaching. Now I don't just run on a regular basis, I swim and bike too. This is all in less than a year! I think what's most notable is that I have been 100% injury free. Star is very serious about everyone sticking to a plan and not overdoing things. She has provided so much guidance and offered so much support. It's been impossible to fail. I'm in the best shape of my life!"- SG