Top 10 Reasons You Should Join My Group
If you follow me/Rogue on Facebook or Twitter, you may have heard the big news. Starting December 10th, I’ll be coaching my own training group in Cedar Park!
Okay, that’s not me. But I can give a darn good high five, too! Except when I miss. And then at least it’s still kind of funny.
I am beside myself with excitement! Coaching has been a dream of mine from the day I joined Rogue. That said, I realize my excitement alone might not be enough to convince you to sign up. You may be thinking, “Won’t you guys meet at 5:30 am…TWICE a week?”
Or perhaps even, “Why would I want to work with a coaching noob???”
Well, I’ve compiled this handy list to convince you that this program, Rogue Early Birds*, is right for you.
*–There’s a very real chance I will “go rogue” and change our name to “The Highlanders”. Cause we train up north and my last name is MacLeod. Also, I’m immortal. Get it?
1. You live North
Okay, this one is a bit of a cheat. Any of our Cedar Park groups solve the issues inherent to living north and trying to get downtown…ever. Plus, construction on Mopac is starting soon, so things are only going to get worse. Make your life easy. Train in Cedar Park.
2. You have a life outside of running
Granted, now that it’s “winter”, we no longer have to scrape our evening runners off the steaming pavement. But if you have kids, a job, or an all-around busy life, you know how difficult finding “me time” can be.
Well guess what? No one over age 2 really wants to hang out with you at 5:30am. (Except me.) Front-load your “me time” and you’ll feel accomplished for the rest of the day!
3. You want first dibs on cool new stuff
Yes, all Rogue training members get 15% off everything in the store, but how many of them train with a store employee? Want something put on hold for you before it even hits the floor? Want to know exactly when your favorite shoe is due to update? Use me, people! I’m not above that.
4. You want to be entertained as well as educated
Though some around here claim I resemble Tina Fey, I’m no comedienne. What I am is naturally shy. To fight this in public, I overcompensate by telling ridiculously embarrassing stories about myself! I’m serious…when I decide to “turn on the people skills”, I have NO SHAME. Want to hear about the time I sent a computer virus to half the student population of UT? Well, you’ll just have to sign up.
I also have a really cute dog who makes occasional long run appearances. You can’t say no to a puppy, can you???
5. I am not a morning person
Yes, 5:30 is early. Yes, I hate it too. I’m the type who could sleep 12 hours a night, wake up to eat, then take a nap. There is NOTHING that will get me out of bed in the morning. Except running.
I love this sport to an irrational extent. Possibly an unhealthy one. And I want you to love it that much, too! So, my clothes may not match and my hair may not (WILL NOT) be combed, but I will be here for you. Because I love you guys! Even though we haven’t met yet.
6. This is what I read for fun
I like to read. And do research. Got a running-related question? I have a library. Please try not to break the spines.
7. I’m “in” with some awesome people
If somehow my fanaticism and study skills aren’t enough to persuade you, don’t worry, I’m not going this alone. Remember that bit about how I work in the store? That means I’m surrounded by excellent, experienced coaches day in and day out.
Okay, I’ve never run a marathon in the 2:25…but Warren has. I’ve never run 50 miles in one stretch…but Kim has. I can’t keep up with Jimmie at a Team Rogue workout…but I can corner him later that day. And, despite my oft-professed love for the Brooks Adrenaline, my own coach, the other Chris, has graciously agreed to be a sounding board whenever I’m in need.
Yes, I’m new to coaching. Yes, you might stump me. But I seriously doubt you can stump ALL of us.
8. I’m a worrier
I was going to say “I’m a perfectionist”, but let’s be real. I worry. About everything. Which means I will worry about YOU. I will take notes on where you’ve been and where you want to go. If you have a bad day, I’ll ask myself if what I could have done to prevent it. In short, I will go all Mama Bear up in here.
9. I’ve been there
Look, I know a bunch of people who’ve been winning races since middle school. Their race plans include things like “take the lead at mile 9.”
I’m not one of those people. I was a fat kid. My marathon debut involved lots of walking and took almost 5 hours.
BUT!!! I have seen what hard work and training can do. Thanks to Rogue, I’ve completed 7 more marathons since that inconspicuous start (and now run closer to 4 hours than 5).
I’m not a natural speedster, but I know this program works. And I know that it can work for you.
10. Running will change your life
I swear here and now, running has changed my life. Cheesy, I know. But I’ve met my best friends, found a new career, and learned a whole lot about how far I’m willing to push myself, all through running. I’ve learned new definitions of “hard work”, “confidence”, and “fun”. And I will do my best to force all these joys on you! 😉
What are you waiting for? Make the commitment. Set the alarm. Come run with us.
Seriously, NOW. Before you have second thoughts…
Running Fiesta 
I’m in!!