Ryan Sheehy – Austin Running Coach
From: $55.00 / month and a $19.00 sign-up fee
I work with working parents who want to achieve GREAT things with their body.
Description
Austin running coach Ryan Sheehy helps beginner and intermediate runners reach new speeds or distances, while integrating a focus on nutrition, recovery, stretching and mobility. Reach out to Ryan below to get started!
LEVELS: Beginner, Intermediate
TYPES: Road, Trail
DISTANCES: 5k/10k/Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
TRAINING PLATFORM: Final Surge
TRAINING PLAN: Individual, customized training plan
COMMUNICATION: Unlimited email, unlimited text
RESPONSE TIME: Within 24 hours
LOCATION: Buda, TX
IN-PERSON SESSIONS: No, online coaching only
SPECIALTIES
I work with beginner and intermediate runners who are looking to accomplish new heights (faster times, longer distances) in the 5KM and above distance realm. I leverage nutrition, recovery, stretching and mobility to improve all around fitness and body resilience to keep you on your feet more often. I especially help runners accomplish their first longer endurance (Half marathon, Marathon, 50K, 100K), but also to improve speed while going longer (you should always be thinking about getting faster).
PHILOSOPHY
- Running is growth. It helps you grow physically, emotionally, mentally and even spiritually.
- Time is limited. We DON’T all have the same 24 hours in the day. Job, parent duties, life priorities are realities for many. Do the most within your schedule, so you are happy with your running, and in the rest of your life.
- Recovery is the TOP Priority. You cannot run if you’re hurt. Setting a plan to balance growth and recovery.
- Running is science meets art. Leverage the power of science and the beauty of art, you will be able to perform to YOUR best
- Speed is Key. Improve you at whatever level you are at. Speed is useful no matter the distance or age.
COACHING EXPERIENCE
I have informally coached a few friends up to this point, helping them recover from injuries and pick back up running after years away. I have had success with men and women in getting them to their goals.
ABOUT ME
I was not always a runner. Most of my life I felt unathletic, unhappy with my body, never feeling like I could perform physically well at anything. When I got into running, I was in a supreme low. I used running to find a huge passion in the world. Over the last 7 years, I have lost (and kept off) 70 pounds, I have built new friends and relationships, I have gotten more in touch with nature and the world. I show up better for my family, my friends, and my community.
I also have a beautiful family, who are EXTREMELY active, as well as a job in tech sales. I travel for work, I care for my family, and I continue to grow as a runner all at the same time. I have a huge passion for running tech, nutrition techniques, and recovery techniques that help improve performance. Most of my time not running or working or with my family, I am pursuing new ways to grow.
BIG INFLUENCES
Hugely influenced by Phil Maffetone, David and Megan Roche, Jason Koop, Ian Sharman.
RACING HISTORY
One of my key moments was completing my first ever 100K race. I had achieved the 50K distance twice, but this was such a big unknown for me. I overprepared for all the contingencies, I trained hard on volume, and I showed up. I had no clue how I’d do, but I knew I would get it done. Running from sun up til after sundown is the wildest experience you can go through in this world. The ups, the downs, the pain, the joy. Finishing and crying because of all that went into that moment, was so amazing to me. And I learned so much about training theory through that process that I can only continue to improve as time goes forward.
CERTIFICATIONS
NASM – Certified Nutrition Coach
PRs
- 1Mi: 5:43 (10/21/2024)
- 5K: 20:23 (4/11/2024)
- 10K: 45:07 (4/9/2023)
- HM: 1:47:00 (9/30/2023) (Trail)
- 50K: 4:55:55 (11/2/2024) (Trail, Austin Rattler)
- 100K: 14:42 (1/07/2024) (Trail, Bandera)
CONTACT RYAN
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
Kimberlin –
Working with Coach Ryan since March has been fantastic! He’s been incredibly supportive, always quick to respond, and his knowledge is top-notch. I really appreciate his regular check-ins to ensure my training and recovery are on track. I highly recommend him!