Joaquin Martinez de Pinillos – San Luis Obispo Running Coach
$99.00 / month and a $19.00 sign-up fee
Special collegiate pricing! Helping you find the perfect balance between training and recovery so you can train and race at your best! Free consultations!
Description
San Luis Obispo running coach Joaquin Martinez de Pinillos works with all levels of runners, from the 5k to the marathon, with a focus on injury prevention through strength work and cross-training in order to help you achieve your running goals. If you’re working towards your first race or your next PR, reach out to Joaquin below to get started.
***Special pricing for collegiate athletes – $60/mo – Reach out to Joaquin before signing up for a unique coupon code***
LEVELS: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
TYPES: Road, Track, Trail
DISTANCES: 5k/10k/Half Marathon, Marathon
TRAINING PLATFORM: VDOT
TRAINING PLAN: Individual, customized training plan
COMMUNICATION: Unlimited email, unlimited phone, unlimited text
RESPONSE TIME: Within 24 hours
LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA
IN-PERSON SESSIONS: No, online coaching only
SPECIALTIES
- Injury prevention through strength work and cross-training
- Couch to 5K fitness plan
- Post collegiate elite runners
- Safe mileage growth
PHILOSOPHY
I believe that there is no such thing as a “secret workout” and that to race fast you need to know when to run slow. I have been fortunate enough to have been coached by some of the greatest coaches in the world, John Hayes and Ryan Vanhoy, and will use the knowledge I’ve gained in my 10 years of running to elevate your training to the next level. Here are some snippets about my coaching philosophy:
- As stated above, I will encourage you to run 70-80 percent of your running at an easy pace.
- I use terms like marathon pace and anaerobic threshold to communicate some workout efforts. Even if you’re getting ready for a 5k, be prepared for many of your weekly workouts to be at your perceived marathon pace and half-marathon pace.
- Neurological efficiency is key! To keep you uninjured, plan on using a resistance band to strengthen your glutes, hips, and lower legs.
- I am a huge fan of longer-tempo work.
- NEW RUNNERS WELCOMED! I am here to help you on your running journey just like I was lucky enough to have coaches guide me. I hope I can do the same for you!
COACHING EXPERIENCE
I coached at a high school running camp with over 300 distance runners where I was tasked with demonstrating proper stretching and mobility form and doing mobility drills. I also participated in a Q&A where I shared my experience as a runner and talked about the lessons I learned while developing the Wake Forest University Cross Country team into a national-level program. I was also an assistant coach for Elite Racing San Diego. Most of my experience comes from my ten years of running under some of the best coaches in the Nation. Coach John Hayes and Ryan Vanhoy have produced multiple All-Americans even a few Olympic finalists.
ABOUT ME
When I’m not running, I’m surfing, bouldering, playing bass, and recovering from my workouts. I’m currently reading “Reborn on the Run” by Catra Corbett, an inspiring meth addict turned ultra-marathoner story. You should totally check it out!
BIG INFLUENCES
I would say, that my first coach, Lisa of Elite Racing San Diego, made such a positive impact on my running and coaching philosophies, as well as Dan Gieger, my high school coach. They are the reason I fell in love with running and are a big reason I decided to pursue coaching. Coach John Hayes, the former NAU and Texas coach and currently at Wake Forest, is my biggest inspiration regarding coaching. His ability to make sure his athletes peak at the right time is unlike any other coach in the NCAA. Many of the workouts I will be prescribing are partially inspired by some of the workouts he gave me. I will forever be thankful for his guidance.
RACING HISTORY
Runners have to deal with multiple mental forks in the road while racing. An example might be when you see a gap open up in your racing pack and decide at that moment to split the gap and match the move, instead of playing it safe and staying with your current pack. In some cases, staying safe is the most optimal choice. But when I ran 7:53 in the 3k and 13:39 in the 5k, my brain was turned off and I ran with a level of confidence I try to replicate in all of my races. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t but every time I fail I get to learn and prepare better for the next one. Great runners aren’t just physically strong, they are mentally strong and have good race IQ.
PRs
- 1500: 3:43
- Mile: 4:01
- 3000: 7:53
- 5000: 13:39
- 10000: 29:07
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
- Cross Country California State Team Championship; 2016
- High School Footlocker Cross Country Nationals Finalist; 2017
- Atlantic Coast Conference Team Title, 2022
- NCAA Championship Qualifier; 2020, 2021, 2022
CONTACT JOAQUIN
Finding a coach who is a great fit for you is really important. We encourage you to email your coach prior to signing up so you can connect, communicate, and ensure a good athlete/coach fit.
SOCIAL
Rory –
Joaquin was the best! As a new runner I had no idea what to do or where to start and Joaquin was an amazing help. He helped create great running plans that helped me with the fundamentals and grow my skills. When I got injured, he helped provide exercises to help get over the injury. I accomplished feats in running that I never thought were possible and I truly love the sport now. He also provided amazing motivation and follow up.
Natalie Hedlund –
I can’t say enough good things about Coach Joaq. He has consistently proven himself to be an incredible coach. Meeting his trainees where they are and steadily bringing them to the next level with just the right blend of positivity and accountability. There is never a doubt that he truly cares about his athletes and shows up fully for them in ways that reflect how much he believes in them. His training methods, based in proven research and experience, are calculated and show the steady progress attainable with the consistency and authentic presencing he provides. SOOOO lucky to have him as a coach!!!
Sidney Logsdon –
As a high school athlete who does cross country, soccer and track, he has seriously been the best coach ever. During my soccer season he helped juggle my track training and competing at my best during soccer. He has been such a huge help with seriously structured plans for weight training and for running. I have significantly seen my times and my endurance strengthen so much and it has been thanks so Joaquin!
Simon –
Joaquin has helped me improve in ways I couldn’t have done by myself. His running expertise has helped me improve run times, stay healthy, and really start to enjoy running. He’s also very knowledgeable in recovery and injury prevention – two huge pieces I was missing from my toolbox. I’d highly recommend Joaquin for anyone needing coaching from recreation to competition.
Oscar Gomez –
I was previously a D1 athlete for cross country and track before working with Joaquin. Once I quit the team I was not sure if I made the right decision, and trained on my own for a bit to prepare for a track meet. Going with Joaquin to prepare for it was definitely the move as he was more accommodating through injuries and sickness. As well if your in San Luis Obispo he tries to make it to as many workouts as he can, which was really motivating especially when training solo for awhile. With him I still kept my love of running after feeling burnt out from the D1 atmosphere.
Henry Tadeusiak –
Joaquin is clearly someone who has trained/competed at the highest levels and is able to translate that knowledge to his runners as a coach. We set our goals for a Boston qualifier time and developed a schedule that would balance my work/social life with the demands of training.
I had not been running much before, so as I started to ramp up in mileage I developed several mini injuries. Joaquin was quick to respond. He provided alternative cross training sessions to maintain fitness as well as strength exercises to prevent the injuries from coming back in the future.
The workouts he provided all have a purpose in mind and kept me engaged with my training.
Come race day, we beat our original goal of a BQ time by 10 minutes!
I highly recommend Joaquin to anyone looking for a running coach. He’s dedicated, positive, and provides support whenever needed to help you achieve your goals.
Monica Martinez de Pinillos –
My best coach ever!! Very enthusiastic and provides great motivation and follow up.