If you are thinking of starting an endurance sport or need to revamp your fitness goals, Coach Al Lyman is one of the most knowledgeable, motivated, and well respected coaches in the field.
Coach Al’s Mission:
To help and inspire people of all ages and from every walk of life, to achieve their dreams and goals through their participation in endurance sports.
Recently launched Coach-Al.com offers training and coaching services for all levels of fitness enthusiast seeking guidance in endurance sports. The new and improved site offers training plans for running, cycling, and triathlon for all ability levels. The plans range in price from $30- $135 depending on whether you opt for Runner-Core in addition to a training plan. There are plans for all distances of triathlon (Sprint to Ironman distances), cycling, running, swimming, and strength training as well! Coach Al also offers Premium, Quarterly, and Pre-Built coaching services depending on your fitness goals.
All of you Fitness for Mommies readers get a 15% discount on RUNNER-CORE and I strongly recommend it! Click here to check out.
“Let me tell you about Coach Al. He is absolutely amazing. I just followed a marathon training plan that he wrote for me. It felt simple but had its challenging moments. It incorporated his RunnerCore DVD into the plan. I felt like SuperWoman at marathon time (last weekend). I ran the Austin Marathon last weekend (only my second marathon ever) and I ran it in 3:35, qualifying for Boston with 10 minutes to spare!! I placed 14th out of 356 women in my age group. Top 5% of women overall and top 11% of all 5400 runners. I’d say Coach Al knows his stuff!! I have never felt better. My running has never been stronger. I will definitely continue using RunnerCore to stay injury-free and strong.”
Testimony from Andrea Vincent, Founder of See Mommy Run.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES offered by Coach Al Lyman can be found on Pursuit-Fitness. Tons of FREE KNOWLEDGE about running, cycling, strength training can be found here.
CONTEST/GIVEAWAY:
ONE LUCKY READER is going to win a Running Plan!! He is offering a 12 week Novice Running Plan that incorporates Runner-Core in to the plan (Fitness for Mommies Readers can buy the DVD here). If you are considering starting a fitness program, this would be an excellent starting point. The retail value of this plan is $34. To win, simply post a comment about your fitness or running goals and a winner will be picked using Random.org next Saturday, March 22, 2008 9pm PST. Winner must be respond via email within 72 hours or a new winner will be drawn.
98 responses so far ↓
1 Andrew Gordon // Mar 15, 2008 at 7:51 pm
I am training for my first triatholon and this would be great!
2 stacey moore // Mar 15, 2008 at 7:57 pm
i would love to train for some of the different runs that are associated with the Kentucky Derby!! I live right outside of Louisville and lots of my friends participate in these races!! thanks so much
3 Tyra // Mar 15, 2008 at 8:31 pm
I used to run a lot including racing in 10k’s but with kids I gradually got out of the habit over the years. I would love to get back into it.
4 Shawna P. // Mar 15, 2008 at 8:34 pm
My running goal is to be able to run for 10 minutes without stopping. Obviously I am out of shape, and that would be my first goal!! I am starting off just running 1 minute non-stop.
5 Shannon Baas // Mar 15, 2008 at 8:58 pm
I would love to do this to lose some weight.
6 Barbara Moorman // Mar 15, 2008 at 9:43 pm
My husband is a Marine, and is all the time bragging about how fast he can run his course, or how long he can run, when it’s an endurance run. I am a stay at home mom, my youngest (5th) child is 4 1/2, and I have yet to lose all the ‘baby fat’ from when I had her. This would be an awesome way for me to both lose the weight, and to be able to participate in something that my husband is always doing to help him stay in shape and fit for the Marines.
7 Angela Lemos // Mar 15, 2008 at 10:00 pm
I’m fat and tired of being that way. I need something to show me how to get started. I used to be a person, and I would love to find her again.
8 Catherine copeland // Mar 15, 2008 at 11:17 pm
I need to get in shape and this would be a Godsend
9 Ginny // Mar 15, 2008 at 11:44 pm
I would love to know how to get into running properly.
10 Donna Hunt // Mar 16, 2008 at 12:11 am
My 20th high school reunion is coming up in about a month and I would love to lose a few pounds before I go. Thank you for the contest!
11 christopher h // Mar 16, 2008 at 12:58 am
i’m planning my first half-marathon
12 Jessica // Mar 16, 2008 at 1:36 am
I’m training for my first half marathon and have a few races before that to train for. It would be great to have a professional training program to help me accomplish my goals.
13 Misty // Mar 16, 2008 at 2:04 am
I would love to start a running program. I seriously need to get back in shape.
14 Jenny L. // Mar 16, 2008 at 2:14 am
I am currently running and am planning on my first local half marathon. I could really use this prize. Thanks!
15 Shay // Mar 16, 2008 at 3:50 am
I would love to start running again. Once upon a time I ran three miles a day, but since I’ve had my daughter maybe a quarter of a mile.
16 Britni // Mar 16, 2008 at 4:19 am
I really need to start running again… this would be great.
17 Sandy Y // Mar 16, 2008 at 4:51 am
I’m just getting started working out. I’m trying to lose weight and get healthy. Right now, I’m still walking..trying to build up to a run. That’s what I would like to do if I won. Figure out how to progress from a walk to a run and build stamina.
18 Mary @ Adventures in Mommyland // Mar 16, 2008 at 5:42 am
My goals are to just keep doing what I am doing now. I go to the gym about 6 days a week and do cardio, lift class, yoga, and pilates. thanks for the cool giveaway!
19 Suzie // Mar 16, 2008 at 5:46 am
I don’t have any goals quite yet since I still have three weeks before I can get the exercise all clear from my doctor. I have baby weight to lose after that and really want to get back down to my pre-pregnancy weight.
20 James Jenkins // Mar 16, 2008 at 11:37 am
Wow!!
21 Tari Lawson // Mar 16, 2008 at 12:08 pm
Each year, I run a local 5K with many members of my husbands family. I always come in last. My goal this year is to break the 30 minute mark. This would still make me last, but it would be a nice improvement on my time.
22 Susan // Mar 16, 2008 at 12:34 pm
I’d love to be able to run more than a few feet!
23 Sharon Jones // Mar 16, 2008 at 1:23 pm
My goal is 5 miles/day…and then go from there. THANKS
24 linda // Mar 16, 2008 at 1:32 pm
My objective is to lose 20 pounds by July 2008
25 Mary Boldin // Mar 16, 2008 at 2:55 pm
I am a cancer survivor and am obese. To continue living I must lose weight and need help in achieving that goal. I would like to start running and think a personalized program such as this is just what I need to get my feet moving.
26 Suzanne Bastien // Mar 16, 2008 at 3:01 pm
This is coming at the BEST time! I had made a resolution this year to run in the Race for the Cure next year.
Being a single mom of 6 kids, 5 of them being girls I want to support the search for the cure early, before any of us have the issues!
It would be wonderful to start this now, my last baby is 9 weeks old and I can start my training now!
Great giveaway!!
27 Shania Duncan // Mar 16, 2008 at 3:41 pm
My goal is to get to a point where I can run for 5-10 minutes straight and not be wheezing and gasping for air. Right now I’m walking and soon will bump up to power walk and then the run.
28 Betsy // Mar 16, 2008 at 7:12 pm
I actually started jogging last summer, but didn’t continue during the winter. I love to exercise using my ball, weights, and Pilates, but I really need something to commit to and get on fire again! I have slacked on my exercise routine and I need to get back to it!
29 djp // Mar 16, 2008 at 7:22 pm
i;d like to walk at least a mile a day, let alone run anywhere
30 Angie P. // Mar 16, 2008 at 9:18 pm
I am making the time for health, and have always wanted to “learn how to run”. My walking endurance is great, but I cannot keep running for a long time. I hope this information will help me overcome this hurdle so I can add regular running to my workouts.
31 Kimberly R. // Mar 16, 2008 at 10:10 pm
This sounds exactly like what I need. I want to run but don’t know how to develop any endurance.
32 Heather // Mar 16, 2008 at 10:17 pm
Right now my goal is to just figure out how to fit it into my schedule. I have always been able to return to running after having a baby but after having number four I haven’t figured out the logistics of keeping four kids busy and safe long enough for me to run on the treadmill!
33 hazel hunt // Mar 16, 2008 at 10:55 pm
lose weight.
34 Diane Perkins // Mar 16, 2008 at 11:40 pm
I’m a nurse and work twelve hour shifts, I walk a lot during my shift and walk the treadmill during exercise but would like to take the next step to running as a workout
35 Kim // Mar 17, 2008 at 12:22 am
I set aside at east 30 minutes an evening. My husband entertains the children. I work two jobs and go to school. I just make it happen.
36 Shirley Younger // Mar 17, 2008 at 12:30 am
I exercise about 3 days a week but hope to get it increased to 5. Because it reduces stress and helps weight control
37 Kristi // Mar 17, 2008 at 1:18 am
Run a mile without walking
38 Stefanie // Mar 17, 2008 at 1:33 am
I want to be able to run a marathon again now that I have a baby!
39 Linda Leonard // Mar 17, 2008 at 1:59 am
Recovering from an injury, I just want to run again - train for a half marathon, maybe.
40 sandy // Mar 17, 2008 at 2:59 am
just getting back in the swing
41 jen // Mar 17, 2008 at 2:07 pm
My fitness goals this year are to begin running again (stopped 3 yrs ago because of child-bearing and ITB problems), lose 10 lbs of post-partum fat/weight, and improve cardio health! My hubby and I signed up for a 5K this summer for motivation and my 2 yr old is training for her 20-yard run, too!
42 sarah // Mar 17, 2008 at 3:01 pm
I’m into low impact things like yoga, I’d like to add something more cardio like jogging now that I’ve quit smoking!
43 Lisa Fosses // Mar 17, 2008 at 3:12 pm
I need to get “back in the game” of exercising again
44 Amy Schultz // Mar 17, 2008 at 4:41 pm
I’d really like to be a regular 5-6 mile runner at least 3 times a week. More or less to be heart healthy at 40. HELP!
45 GEORGE LARRABEE // Mar 18, 2008 at 12:29 am
I can use some running training
46 Debbie Criss // Mar 18, 2008 at 2:32 am
Been lifting weights lately. Next month I’ll be back to walking in my pool for 1 hour each day. Last year I went down 4 sizes. I am changing my eating and fitness habits for life. I still have 4 more sizes to lose. I like to change my fitness routine so as I won’t be bored. Have thought about biking or running.
47 Diane Kripp // Mar 18, 2008 at 4:17 am
I turned 40 earlier this year and want to lose about 20 pounds and gain muscle. My boyfriend has no interest in exercising to help with my goals, so I need to find a solo activity. I’ve been walking regularly, but need to go to the next level.
48 Kelly Campbell // Mar 18, 2008 at 6:04 pm
I ran a couple of 5Ks a couple of years ago, but was never a serious runner and was pretty slow. I’m having a baby in a few weeks, and would love some training to help me get back in shape after the baby is born.
49 Cindy // Mar 19, 2008 at 3:17 am
Since my pregnancy, I have been waiting for the baby weight to fall off. 16 months later, I know that I have to take action! Living in a rural area and being a stay at home mom, my fitness options are limited and I have been telling people that I want to start running in the mornings before my husband leaves for work. I feel that it is the best way to get a good cardio and burn calories, while enjoying the outdoors. I don’t know where to start or how to train appropriately. This program would be a blessing! Thank you for the opportunity.
50 Amber // Mar 19, 2008 at 3:51 am
my fitness goal is to be able to keep up with the kids I already have and also to be in good enough shape to have a baby in about a year. I am doing pilates at home but i never know if i’m doing it right.
51 Lara Aleff // Mar 19, 2008 at 7:45 am
My goal is to be able to jog 2 or 3 miles every morning as a part of my exercise regimen. Right now I can’t even run a mile. I would love to be able to build up my stamina.
52 Heather Burgess // Mar 19, 2008 at 11:57 am
I am just starting out after a long struggle with back pain and hernia’s. I need to get back in shape!
53 Carolyn // Mar 19, 2008 at 3:10 pm
Putting my running shoes in.
Thanks.
54 Stacie // Mar 19, 2008 at 6:42 pm
I am trying to get into a routine of running - this may be what I need to get started!!
55 Tanja // Mar 20, 2008 at 1:33 am
I’m running to get in shape and be healthy!
56 Kristen M. // Mar 20, 2008 at 1:41 am
This sounds great. My longest distance run was a 1/2 marathon last October. I’m not athletic but I do love to run. I usually stick to 5k’s. What I need to work on most is speed. My goal last year was to “make it to the finish line!”
57 Christine E. // Mar 20, 2008 at 2:40 am
I used to run but haven’t in about a year. I really need to get back on track. I’m a treadmill runner and it’s difficult to stay motivated past six months for me.
58 Miss Emma // Mar 20, 2008 at 2:50 am
I’ve just started running in the past six months, and my goal this year is to run a 5k every month, starting in May, once my soccer season is over.
59 Erica G // Mar 20, 2008 at 3:35 am
My goal is to be able to run a 5K in under 25 minutes.
60 Stephanie // Mar 20, 2008 at 4:24 am
Oh pick me! I need to get back to running since my pregnancy! I know everyone says that but i mean it. I need a jumpstart and help to make it happen:)
61 Donna W // Mar 20, 2008 at 12:16 pm
Boy do I need this!!!
62 Victoria Kondovski // Mar 20, 2008 at 12:42 pm
I need to get back in shape since having my 2nd baby. I want to get outside and enjoy the weather. One day I want to be in a trialthlon(my dream)
63 Hannah // Mar 20, 2008 at 2:44 pm
I would love this… I had a sweet little girl last July and am struggling to get back into the swing of my running routine. This would be absolutely wonderful! Thanks - I appreciate the chance to win!
64 karla martins // Mar 20, 2008 at 11:35 pm
I WOULD NEED THIS TO GET BACK IN SHAPE
65 Samantha Pruitt // Mar 21, 2008 at 2:12 am
my fitness goal is to be the way i would like to look so i can live the life that i want to.
66 Sylvia Porter // Mar 21, 2008 at 2:13 am
my goal is to be able to keep up with my dog when he’s running beside me.
67 C Duran // Mar 21, 2008 at 2:21 am
I want to be able to run a 5K again this summer. I haven’t run in over 5 years!
68 Lopro89 // Mar 21, 2008 at 4:24 am
I’d like to get to a point wher running is not painful.
69 monique saulsbery // Mar 21, 2008 at 4:34 am
this would be good for me and my husband! My fitness goal is to lose about 65 lbs.
70 trudee carreiro // Mar 21, 2008 at 10:41 am
I WOULD LOVE TO START SOME KIND OF RUNNING TRAING
71 Elizabeth // Mar 21, 2008 at 11:39 am
This is great; the structure would be wonderful.
72 Pat // Mar 21, 2008 at 2:54 pm
Yeah. I have been trying to lose that ‘baby fat’ for years. I have started a running program several times, but it’s hard knowing if you are on the right track without some outside coaching.
thanks.
73 michelle stewart // Mar 21, 2008 at 6:50 pm
I started getting back in shape on January 1ST and have been doing great.I currently walk/jog and I would love to get up to all jogging.
74 Kam A // Mar 21, 2008 at 7:55 pm
I used to run a lot and would love to get started running again!
75 Pamela // Mar 21, 2008 at 8:52 pm
Currently I walk a least 4 miles a day but I would like to step up my work out and add running. This would be great to win.
76 Sarah Hirsch // Mar 21, 2008 at 11:09 pm
I would love to take up running and become more fit. My goal is to build up endurance by running on a treadmill over the next couple of months so that during the summer time I will be fit enough to do outdoor runs without feeling embarrassed.
77 Jennifer Jozwiak // Mar 21, 2008 at 11:38 pm
I just want to be more fit and be able to hike longer without becoming so tired.
78 Carla Spence // Mar 21, 2008 at 11:41 pm
I would love to learn how to run. I’m pretty healthy and I work out almost everyday, but I just can’t seem to improve my running. This would be helpful
79 shawna // Mar 22, 2008 at 1:19 am
My goal is to lose 30 pounds by the time of my best friends wedding in August.
80 ann hunter // Mar 22, 2008 at 2:27 am
Help me! I’m fat!!!!
81 Danielle S // Mar 22, 2008 at 3:23 am
My goal is just to get off my butt and start!
82 Lisa // Mar 22, 2008 at 4:07 am
this would be great to help get rid of this baby weight..:)
83 Zipporah Sandler // Mar 22, 2008 at 11:59 am
I’m out of shape, so my biggest goal right now is to JUST GET STARTED!!
84 kathy pease // Mar 22, 2008 at 1:58 pm
i really need to get in shape..just need motivation
85 melanie // Mar 22, 2008 at 2:26 pm
I gained 40+ lbs within the last couple of years. I am super heavy and super uncomfortable. I am however, trying to get out and walk a little. Baby steps!
86 laura hamrick // Mar 22, 2008 at 3:10 pm
I sure would love to learn how to run. I think I don’t like it, but I’m sure if I had a plan in place, I could do it! Wow would that help with losing baby weight!
87 Marilyn R // Mar 22, 2008 at 3:19 pm
I have been looking for a program like this. I would love to try it out.
88 Taryn S // Mar 22, 2008 at 5:55 pm
I’m trying to lose 40 lbs
89 Heather C // Mar 22, 2008 at 7:37 pm
My daughter’s school is having a fitness challenge. I get super excited about challenges…and then when reality sets in (you know, you actually have to schedule this and WORK at this…and sweat!! Ew.), I lose interest. But, now I have to goals: finish the school challenge and get myself fit for my high school reunion this summer. I’m ready! Whoo-hoo!
90 Kimberly C // Mar 22, 2008 at 10:22 pm
I’m a beginning runner and this would help to take my training to the next level.
91 Timothy Sternberg // Mar 22, 2008 at 10:37 pm
I would love to do this to lose some weight.
92 Rosanne Morrison // Mar 23, 2008 at 12:45 am
Running is too hard on the joints as we get older. I go to curves, do yoga, walk, etc
93 Charlene Kuser // Mar 23, 2008 at 1:45 am
I love to run,just can’t run very far.My
goal is to run 3 miles a day
94 Jane Hoh // Mar 23, 2008 at 2:50 am
One step at a time but eventually I would love to run in a 5K
95 Lily Kwan // Mar 23, 2008 at 3:27 am
My fitness goal is to lose 10 pounds.
96 tanya // Mar 23, 2008 at 3:40 am
I would really like to learn to be a better runner. I’d like to do a half marathon this summer, but can only do a couple miles now . . .
97 kerri // Mar 23, 2008 at 3:44 am
i just started running to train for a charity run its hard for me
98 Heather Sebastian // Mar 23, 2008 at 4:04 am
My goal is to learn to run/jog the right way and to set small attainable goals for myself.
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