Newport Rhode Races

Whether you are an experienced athlete or a novice runner looking to complete your first half marathon or marathon, having experienced and professional guidance during a training cycle can be very important.

Since 2016, McKirdy Trained has helped thousands of runners worldwide reach new heights in training and racing—from Olympians to first-time marathoners. Their coaching is specific to your current ability and allows for growth along the way.

Training will be provided through the V.O2 application (phone and computer access available) and led by Coach Heather and Coach James McKirdy, the owners of McKirdy Trained, as well as other key coaches in the McKirdy Trained system. The V.O2 application has been a pillar for McKirdy Trained since 2016. For nearly nine years, they’ve used the V.O2 concepts to mold their training and lead athletes of all levels toward success.

12-Week Training Plan with Coaching Feedback - $159

For those who need a helping hand and/or want personal guidance from an experienced coach. Your training will be based on your designated fitness ability which can be managed along the way as you develop as an athlete. Training is provided through the V.O2 application and we will be your guide along the way towards your goals. Specific pacing will be provided and prescribed based on your fitness level and can be self-adjusted along the way as you develop or by the coach with feedback. You’ll receive personalized feedback on your major sessions through the application as well as be invited to three coach-led group Zoom calls to cover the concepts of training and pre-race prep!

12 Week Training Plan (static – no feedback) - $129

For those that just want the plan - your training will be based on your designated fitness ability at the start of the 12 weeks. Training is provided through the V.O2 application and will be your guide along the way toward your goals. Specific pacing will be provided and prescribed based on the fitness level you designate and can be self-adjusted along the way as you develop.

Success with McKirdy Trained:

As leaders in the coaching world, they pride themselves in service to all levels of ability. In the last two years alone they’ve served over 1,000 Boston Marathon qualifying efforts, personal bests ranging from the 5k to the 100-mile distances, and even Olympians (7th place in the Paris Olympic Marathon!).  Their average debut marathoner is right around 3:45:00/4:20:00 (male/female). That’s quite a bit faster than the overall national average finish time of 4:20:00/4:48:00. Working with them has proven to allow athletes to find a safe and development-focused environment where you can not just complete the race but do so safely.