Running coach in Lexington, Kentucky

Running coaching that starts where you are.

Personalized running, strength, mobility, and nutrition coaching for Lexington adults who want to build endurance without jumping into a plan that is too aggressive.

Serving Lexington, Kentucky • Online coaching also available

A realistic place to start

You do not need to become a runner before hiring a running coach.

Coaching begins with what you can do today. The goal is to build the fitness and confidence to keep progressing—not to prove how hard you can push in the first week.

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New to running

Start with run-walk workouts matched to your current breathing, pace, and fitness level.

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Starting again

Rebuild consistency with a plan that accounts for your schedule, recovery, and previous setbacks.

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Training for a goal

Prepare for your first 5K or another meaningful milestone with a clear weekly progression.

Personalized every week

A complete approach to becoming a stronger runner.

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Assess your starting point

We look at your current running ability, training history, schedule, and the obstacles that have made consistency difficult.

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Build your weekly plan

Your running, strength, mobility, and nutrition actions are organized into manageable weekly steps.

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Adjust as you progress

Your plan changes with your fitness, feedback, recovery, and real-life schedule.

Greg Barber, running coach and ACE-certified personal trainer

Coaching from Greg Barber

Experience without intimidation.

Greg helps everyday adults make running feel manageable. His coaching combines sound progression with the practical support people need when work, family, stress, or confidence gets in the way.

Greg is an ACE-certified personal trainer and running coach with more than 10 years of experience and more than 200 clients helped.

Meet your coach

Free Lexington running resource

How to train for your first 5K in Lexington.

Use a realistic 8–12-week timeline, beginner run-walk progression, local routes, and weather-smart adjustments to prepare for your first finish line.

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Common questions

What to know before you begin.

Do you provide in-person running coaching in Lexington?

Yes. GTB Performance provides running coaching in Lexington, Kentucky, with programming built around your current ability, schedule, and goals. Online coaching is also available.

Can I work with a running coach if I cannot run a mile yet?

Yes. You can start with manageable run-walk intervals. You do not need to run continuously or reach a certain pace before applying.

What is included in running coaching?

Coaching can include personalized running workouts, runner-specific strength and mobility, nutrition guidance, accountability, and weekly adjustments.

Is coaching only for races?

No. Some clients want to prepare for a 5K, while others want more energy, better consistency, weight-loss support, or the confidence to run comfortably.

Your next step

Start with a plan that fits your real life.

Tell me what you want to accomplish, what you have tried, and what keeps getting in the way. I’ll review your application and recommend the best next step.

COACHING APPLICATION

Tell me where you are now.

The short application helps me understand your goals, schedule, and current fitness level.

Apply for coaching No pressure. We’ll see whether coaching is a good fit.