Adnan Khaleel -
Rogue has great coaches who work with you to achieve your goals. Carolyn was very approachable and always helpful. Rogue is a great place to hang out and meet other runners, as well. It's more than just running.
Rebecca Yacono -
Rogue did it again! Its mission is to create a community, and that's what they did. The training, the organization, and the coaching motivated me and helped me do my best, and the community reinforced that. On top of that, it was loads of fun, and of course, the whole program challenged me to push the limits of my fitness and improve.
Lisa Kottler -
Rogue is the perfect group for triathlon training! Fantastic coaches, quality workouts and the camaraderie will help prepare you for any tri distance. It's a very well-organized group that cares about helping its athletes reach their personal goals. Thanks, Rogue!
Shannon Dugan -
I have been involved in other triathlon training programs in the past and I feel confident in saying that this program was by far the most helpful in preparing me for the race. The coaches are amazing and truly inspirational.
Lisa - 2007 Trail Running 101
I learned a good deal about form and trail specifics, not to mention new trails J…. and unbelievably I actually did improve my speed (….I mostly accepted my speed limitations long ago, thankfully).
I have even been out on my own several times --- to Ken’s (got way lost, but obviously here I am, so not too bad), and to the Powerline and various greenbelt trails (which are my current favorites). I am about to join HCTR and hope to be able to take in some of their Sunday am runs.
I certainly will recommend this class to others, and plan on taking it again myself in the spring – prior to the 10k races. However, I wisely won’t be signing up for the nighttime trail 101 I saw listed recently (and my extremities thank me).
Thanks for all the advice and encouragement. Larry you did a wonderful job, and Joe I certainly appreciate all you do for the trail community, no matter what our level.
Cameron Gage - Austin Marathon Training Program 2008
I can honestly say that without Rogue my 4:53 on a hot day would have been a DNF. Thank you Rogue for pushing me and thank you for La Dera Norte. As I turned on Dean Keeton I knew I could do it because of my training. Thanks again for a great year!
Kimberly Schulz - Austin Marathon Training Program 2008
This was the experience of a life time! Rogue COMPLETELY prepared me and Bobby was the most giving, encouraging, loving and passionate coach. Not only was he awesome at the workouts but he kept us connected through countless e-mails of encouragement. His dedication to our goal is what got me through the mental,spiritual and physical journey. I honestly don't know if I would have made it without him. I needed the constant attention and encouragement to get me through. That 300.00 I paid to Rogue represents 20 years of therapy. I am a different person.
Shirley Reynolds - Basic Training for the Bun Run 5K
Rogue is truly for everyone at all levels of running. Whether it is your first run or you are a marathon racer, Rogue is the place to train. This was my first running/training experience and had a wonderful time competing against myself and meeting my team and coaches. The coaches are passionate about what they do and are eager to help and are genuine. I can't say enough good things about Rogue and how wonderful my experience has been. THANK YOU ROGUE!
Charles "Geezer" Collins - Chicago & New York Marathon Training 2007
I think I reached the highest level of marathon Zen at St. George. No Geek-O-Meter, no pace band, no fueling plan just running and singing my way to a PR and a runner’s high that still hasn’t worn off completely. I still made plenty of errors that I plan to correct but if Meredith can help me create a solid nutritional plan, I’m going for sub 3:00:00 by the end of 08. Thank you for creating Rogue. Thank you for putting up with my “learn everything the hard way” approach to running. And especially, thanks for letting me try my hand at coaching. Whoooo Hooooo!
Mary Martin - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
I have been running for many years, but I never made improvements until I joined a Rogue program. It was amazing to me to reach goals above and beyond what I thought possible for myself. Rogue training has been the greatest running investment I have ever made.
Carlos Sanchez - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
I trained for my first marathon with Rogue and found it so enjoyable and beneficial. Never having run before, since the valiant don't run, I found Rogue Training prepared me exceptionally well for my first 26.2, and I finished in under four hours by 12 seconds. I am ready for more.
Stephanie Kurpiewski, 3rd Year - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
Once again, Rogue has delivered! I am so pleased wit my marathon training that I plan to join next fall marathon program. The coaches are all awesome, and I got to benefit from not one but three coaches! Coaches Russ, Amy and Mark all gave such great tips, as well as guidance, and stellar coaching throughout the entire program. Also, the website is an incredible resource at our fingertips with great articles as well as a great forum. Rogue is "Five Star", and we are fortunate to have it.
Tammy Sokol - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
This was my first marathon training program with Rogue (or any group). I trained for my first marathons on my own and will never go back to training alone again. Not only did I finally meet my goal time, I met a great group of people who are the best motivation to run. Thanks, Rogue!
Anna Voges - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
Carolyn is a great coach! For me, she pushes enough to encourage and go beyond what I would do myself, but not so much that I feel overwhelmed. We lovingly refer to her as "Coach Tuff Luv". She doesn't want any excuses.
Karthik Krishnakumar - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
I had been talking about running a marathon for a while but did not know how to get started. I joined the beginners fall marathon program three years ago with Rogue. It was well-organized, I met like-minded people, and the coaching staff was knowledgeable and encouraging. I have completed three marathons since and have trained with Rogue for every single one. I have had such a great experience and have seen great improvement in my running that I don't see myself ever leaving Rogue!
Lorrie Council - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
Rogue is the best overall marathon and half marathon training program in Austin! My coaches really worked with me to get me ready for my races and help me through some tough times. The macro cycles with recovery weeks built in kept me from burning out or getting injured. I also liked the summer training options in the early morning, and support on the long runs was great. I also really enjoy the Rogue running community -- a great group of people/friends. Thanks much!
Chris Garlington - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
I started the marathon training program not knowing what to expect and didn't think I would enjoy the 20+ mile training runs. Halfway through training, my confidence was up, and I was already planning my 2nd and 3rd marathons before even running my first. Rogue lived up to the high expectations I had, and I am already signed up to train for marathon #2 and will probably be back for #3. Way to go to the best marathon training program in Austin!
Jennifer Howard-Brown - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
The Rogue program helped me rekindle my passion for running. After five months of training in Coach Amy Anderson's group, I conquered the hills of the Nike Women's Marathon, shaving 40 minutes off of my year-over-year marathon time and seven minutes off of my nine-year-old personal best. An entire group of us, who met through Rogue, continue to train together and set new goals. There's nothing better than a good coach and teammates who make you want to get up and run!
Jennifer Crover - Chicago/NY/San Antonio Marathon Training 2008
I could barely run five miles at the beginning of the marathon training program, and six months later I finished the New York City Marathon with a smile on my face. I never dreamed I could accomplish something like that. Thanks to Rogue, I have a memory I will cherish for the rest of my life and an experience I will tell my children and grandchildren about.
Emily Erington - Iron Chicks 2009 - Training for Danskin
Having never done a triathlon and never ridden a bike or swam for anything other than recreation, I knew that joining a triathlon training group would be key to taking on the challenge of the Danskin. Not only was the level of training excellent, but the diversity of the group was a pleasant surprise. Despite the different fitness levels, no one was held back, no one was pushed beyond their limits, yet all were challenged and IMPROVED. I smashed my goal time for the Danskin by 5 minutes. I have since heard that of all the Danskin Triathlons across the country, Austin is the most challenging course. The coaches are wonderful, the group seems to naturally draw together amazing women, and I became educated about triathlons, learned how to bike and swim in a race, and made dear friends. Even with the education and fitness gained, I will continue to return to Iron Chicks in the spring. I may do the Danskin, I may do another of the many triathlons offered, but I'll get ready for them with the Iron Chicks.
Alex - Running Form Analysis with Carmen Ayala-Troncoso
Thanks so much for working with me again this week. Something really clicked with me on how my foot was landing. Both yesterday and today I only had to do easy/medium running with strides at the end. When I really focused on getting that front part of my foot down for short periods during my run today, I saw my heart rate drop while my speed stayed the same, so one way or another I was running more efficiently. I also was FAST -- much, much faster than I usually get on those. I was doing those back and forth at Auditorium Shores, and one of my friends running by stopped to say I looked really good and she had never seen me run like that before. Then someone I didn't even know standing over there was like "wow, you're fast" -- hehe, I don't get that very often, so that was a treat.
Sarah McKeel - San Antonio Half Marathon Training Program 08
Rogue training works! The quality workouts prepare you for successful long runs. I ran my first half marathon, and I enjoyed every step of it, thanks to the motivation and support of Rogue. I will sign up again, and I will encourage my friends to run with Rogue. Thank you; thank you. This was a fabulous experience.
Jeff Wilkinson - San Antonio Half Marathon Training Program 08
Rogue encouraged me to show up and start trying and instructed me to take walk breaks, if needed. At 41, and totally stressed out and overweight, it was perfect for me. I lost 24 pounds, virtually eliminated my stress level as the CEO of a start-up company, and was turned on to something I really love and can do with my wife and kids for the rest of my life. It was a life changing experience for a non-runner. I'm hooked!
Gabriel Trinidad - San Antonio Half Marathon Training Program 08
After sharing my last program with friends who were visiting from San Antonio and Charlotte, North Carolina, they were all surprised about the information, runs, discounts, and facilities that were a part of the Rogue program.
Sylvia Christensen - San Antonio Half Marathon Training Program 08
I would never have believed what I could accomplish as a runner when I signed up for a Rogue 5K Boot Camp, but the training, coaching and community that came with the Rogue programs in which I participated helped me exceed my wildest expectations for my running career when I ran a half marathon distance less than six months after I began running. The support of my coach and classmates and the well-structured Rogue programs were very instrumental in my sticking to my goals.
Mary Jo Kilburn - San Antonio Half Marathon Training Program 08
Running with Rogue is running with a great group of coaches and people who work hard, want to improve and can help each other do it injury free... so we can keep on running!
