Performance Coaching

Winter Indoor Track Workouts 2024 (Session is FULL)

“In order to run faster, you have to run faster”.  Brilliant!  Speed work is best done under certain conditions.  Winter-time footing is a little uncertain for distance runners so I have some time booked on the indoor track at Mount Royal University.  Monday evenings, 7-8:30pm, January – March, 2024

This type of training is perfect for:

  • Runners interested in improving their running speed in a controlled environment
  • Runners interested in getting some immediate, personal feedback and coaching
  • Runners interested in joining other like-minded athletes in a little hard work.

Learn how to incorporate some speed into your training – whatever your particular goals.

Training begins January 16th and runs through to the end of March.  You should be 3 months injury free to begin and will have a running base of at least 12 months.

Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm

January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26, March 4, 11, 18, 25.

Your investment: $125 (11 weeks) ($130 for credit card payments). Maximum of 14 runners.

Virtual workouts: $75 ($78 for credit card payments). No maximum of runners.

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Registration Form: Regi form LS Advanced Training – Run 2024

GetActive Questionnaire: GetActiveQ

Individual Run or Bike Coaching

As the Head Coach of the University of Calgary Marathon Training Team for many years (and now Run21 Club Calgary) and Founder of Princess Pedal, I have seen hundreds of runners go from ‘beginner’ to Boston and cyclists go from terrified beginner to confident and free. If you are interested in developing your running or riding skill, fitness and speed, please contact me.

Individualized, monthly, flexible training programs are developed for individuals looking to become a little more efficient or get a little faster. Minimum 3-month commitment. Small groups of friends training together are welcome.

Monthly coaching begins at $150/month


Running 101 Technique Clinics

Stay on your feet.  If you are unsure about your running technique and would like some guidance, a Running 101 Technique Clinic may be exactly what you need. Colleen will assess your running form and provide feedback and instruction to help you become a more efficient runner.

This 1.5hr session includes:

  • Running assessment
  • Technique instruction
  • A 1 month program plan to get you started
  • One follow-up meeting

Individual Clinics: $200

If you have a small group of running friends or are an individual looking for some assistance – you are easily accommodated.  Please contact Colleen directly at info@colleenparsons.com to set up your custom session.


Nutrition for Performance

Your nutrition sometimes takes a back seat, but when you are starting a training program you discover quickly that it needs to be a priority.  Whether you are running your first half marathon or riding your first Gran Fondo you want to be at the start line confident that you have prepared yourself completely for this big event.

Initial Consultation – 1.5 hr includes:

  • Three-day food record assessment
  • Solution driven action plan for balancing your daily nutritional requirements
  • Focus on training and recovery needs
  • Follow up phone call 1-2 weeks later

Session fee: $165 +GST

Race Day Planning – 1.0 hr includes:

  • Look specifically at your event and tailor your preferred fuel and drink to that end
  • Discuss and find solutions for issues you may be experiencing during your training/events
  • Get you comfortable and calm about your fuel for your big day.

Session fee: $125 + GST