Michiko, 3:15 first marathon with Sadler’s Saddles
Chris’s coaching goes beyond just providing a standard run plan to his athletes. He constantly listened and adapted my plan to best suit me, and always made himself available for questions or just to talk through the struggles of training. I don’t think I would have been able to make it through my first marathon training successfully and come out of it loving running even more, without his support.
Max, 2:33 PR with Sadler’s Saddles
10/10 coach. 10/10 experience. Working with Chris has completely changed the way I train and what I believe I’m capable of. His coaching is intentional, personalized, and built around helping me reach my full potential. From coaching me to a 5K PR to guiding me through 100 miles in under 23 hours, his versatility speaks for itself. Beyond the training, he’s built something special with the Saddle, a community of athletes who constantly push and inspire one another. If you’re looking for a coach who believes in you, challenges you, and will go to battle in your corner, Chris is your guy. Couldn’t recommend him more!
Alex, 2:45:30 PR with Sadler’s Saddles
“I never thought I needed a coach, until I ran myself into hip surgery and spent two years stuck in a cycle of injuries that kept me from racing. Since working with Chris, I’ve not only become a stronger and faster runner, setting a 12-minute marathon PR, but I’ve also fallen back in love with the process. Work with Chris for a block and see how much you grow. You won’t regret it.”
Jordan, 2:40:26, PR with Sadler’s Saddles
If you want to get better as both an athlete and a runner, let Chris coach you. Beyond just a dynamic training plan, Chris is extremely supportive and pro active with check-ins to see how things are going and talk through your progress. His plans and training get you ready to PR.
Seth, 2:51 PR with Sadler’s Saddles
I’ve been working with Chris for almost a year, and in that short time, we’ve achieved three marathon PRs and one half marathon PR. While these achievements are great, the most rewarding aspect is the community Chris has built. It’s a group of like-minded individuals who are passionate about getting better. I’m incredibly grateful for the friends I’ve made and the opportunity to be a part of this amazing community.
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Kate, 2:54 , 4th overall Austin Marathon, 1st Amateur Female
I’ve been a runner for years, but working with Chris has completely changed what I thought I was capable of. He took me from a 3:22 marathon to a 2:54 in less than a year, but what I value most goes far beyond the time on the clock. He’s helped me tap into a new level of determination and competitive drive, while still keeping the joy in running. He knows how to push you beyond what you think you’re capable of, believes in your potential even when you may not see it yourself, and genuinely invests in you as a person and an athlete. He’s also built a community of runners who push each other, celebrate each other’s wins, and genuinely show up for one another. Having a coach who challenges you to be better while surrounding you with people who want to see you succeed is something special and has made this journey so much more than I ever expected. I’m incredibly grateful for his guidance, his belief in me, and for how much he’s helped me grow, not just as a runner, but in what I believe I’m capable of.