5SPEED Running

Kristen - Palm Harbor, FL

Ken Rickerman's 5 speed running program was the key to making me the best runner possible. My 5000 meter runs averaged 21:15, but with the 5 Speed Running Program I ran a personal best 5000 meters breaking into the 19 minutes as I improved over 8%  in less than a year's time. I also saw a tremendous growth in the muscle mass and tone of my leg muscles, and truly felt that I flew down the street or track during my many 5,000 meter runs. The workouts and runs that once seemed so hard now became much easier and enjoyable.

Ken also tailored the program to my specific needs. I'm a runner with Cerebral Palsy, and Ken designed my running program to best maximize my strengths and develop the muscles in my legs that are weak. He took the time to examine my running style, and worked with me to develop exercises and drills that created a much better overall runner. I took all I learned and practiced and became the class 5 world champion in the 5,000 meters at the 2005 Cerebral Palsy World Championship held in New London, Connecticut. I attribute much of my success to Ken and his 5 Speed Running Program.

Ken also showed a high degree of personal commitment to my success. During my training for the world championship, I pulled my hamstring terribly. Ken then took the time to alter my workout and program to speed the healing process, while keeping my fitness level high. We were in weekly contact, and in just one month, I went from hardly walking to running a consistently fast 5,000 meter time. I trust Ken completely because of the care he showed me during a very troubling time.

Ken Rickerman's 5 Speed Running program can bring you the success you have so long desired. Stop doing the same old workout, and give 5 Speed Running a try. I'm sure you'll have the same measure of care and success that I enjoy.

Kelly Borchard - Los Angeles, CA

Arlene Bitmansour - Boston, MA

"5Speed Running's program tailored to my specific goals and abilities enabled me to drop 4+ minutes off my 1/2M time ( PR 1H 46M 33S) in 4 months compared to the 50 seconds drop I achieved in 2 years of self coaching prior to joining this program  It has also kept me injury free which was NOT the case before.  I would never go back to self coaching and highly recommend this program.  Thanks coach Rickerman."

Eric Wildi - St.Louis, MO

I located 5 Speed Running by searching the internet.  I started August 2008.  My goal was to qualify for the Boston Marathon in a race in early December.  The last Marathon I had run was 16 minutes off my 4:05 goal.  I immediately enjoyed having a specific plan for each day.  Instead of just running miles I had a very specific distance, pace and purpose.  I had to honestly report my results, sometimes I would run for time and the mileage would be short.  I could no longer do this.  I found I quickly had improvement on my pace.  I also liked the feedback directly from Coach Rickerman and the adjustments based on if I was too slow or too fast.  In December I ran my Marathon and ran 4:03,25 and ran Boston in April 2009!  I have continued to use 5 Speed Running because I now have new goals and am positive Coach Rickerman will help me reach them.

Laura - Los Angeles, CA

I’ve been working with Coach Rickerman for over a year now.  He’s increased my distance, improved my running times and increased my overall running enjoyment with his personalized running schedules. With his expertise, I’ve trained and successfully participated in a long distance relay and am currently training for a half marathon.

I’ve been running for over 25 years, but this is the first time I have seen continued improvements in my overall performance without injury or perpetually sore muscles.  My work schedule necessitates that I live in two different locations and consequently two altitudes.  Coach has been able to structure a program to address these variables and help me meet my running goals.

Deb - Columbus, MT

During my first 6 months training with Coach Ken, my 5K time has dropped by 1 min and I've managed to match my high school cross country PR. I'd never be able to come up with the training schedule I've been doing on my own nor would I stick to it as well if I hadn't signed up with 5 speed running. Also, my research showed that 5 Speed running was the most affordable option in online training out there!

Sarah - Christianburg, VA

Chris - Los Angeles, CA

Ronald - Kenya

I started running in 1997 and trained for and ran marathons in 1999, 2000 (2 marathons), and 2001.  I have run many 5Ks and other races along the way.  I got away from training and running while we started our family (in 2002).  When I made the decision to get back into running this year, I decided that I needed a coach to help guide me in my training.  I didn't want to have to think about what I was running each day...I wanted someone to spell it out for me.  And I wanted to have someone to hold me accountable for my runs.  :) 

I searched the internet for running coaches and came across 5 Speed Running.  I immediately liked what I saw, and contacted Coach Rickerman.  I started my training with Coach in February of this year (2009).  I have come such a tremendous way since I started training with Coach.  The workouts are fun and challenging - I look forward to each and every one of them.  I have gained strength and speed this year, and am looking forward to running another marathon in January 2010.   I have built back much of my speed and strength that I lost during my hiatus from running, and through Coach's plan, I have done this with NO injuries. 

Coach has helped me focus on the "now" of running.  I tend to worry too much about the next race, and he has helped me focus on my training each week.  By focusing my energy on what my training is for each week, rather than several weeks down the road, my running and frame of mind have improved.  He has taken the stress out of my running...I leave the planning up to him, and I just do what he tells me to do!  I trust him completely with my training.  I highly recommend Coach Rickerman and his 5 Speed Running program!

Amy - Lehigh Acres, FL

If you are thinking about starting a program with Coach Rickerman....DO IT!!

Three years ago I had a ACL surgery in my left knee and 2 weeks later I developed "flesh eating disease"...  I was unable to run for 1 year as a result of this condition.  I was told that I may never be able to run again!!  This was devastating for me as running is the way I keep myself sane!!!  I am also a very serious master runner.

After a year of 3 surgeries, and lots of physical therapy I started to run (very slowly) again!  I set my sights on another marathon goal.  I had done 15 marathons prior to this.  I started to train with the help of one of those generic programs and I felt it was a bit wrong for me.  My running friend told me to look for a coach and this is how I found Coach Rickerman.

He came on board with me about 1 month before the California International Marathon in Sacto.  I was very happy to have his help for the last few weeks of training, and with that said I placed 1st in my age group in my 16th marathon after my year of hell!!

I also had Coach train me through the LA marathon of which I placed 3rd..   I am currently on another marathon program for a run for this fall.

I feel that as a runner who is getting up in age should think quality not so much quantity and this is what Coach has done for me!!!  Before he started training me I was running way too many miles with my younger friends and not concentrating on the quality of my runs...  I still run long with my friends, just not quite as often:)

I will continue with his program and look forward to many successful results!

Missy - Lake Tahoe, NV

I ran the Venice 5K today in 24:42, my best time ever!!!! I shaved off nearly 4 full minutes off my last race. I paced myself at the beginning and did 30 second pickups every 5 mins. I got a little burned out after 2.5 miles but closed it out strong. I know I can keep doing better under your coaching, maybe even get down into the 20s.

Armando - Los Angeles, CA

4.43.48 is the marathon time... I am thrilled...I was running a 10.07 to 10.20 pace thru the first 15 or so...then slowed down to 10.30ish....10.40...the last 3 were terrible... at mile 23 I was done...everything hurt and I have no idea how I stayed on my feet to finish...but I did... 20 min off my March marathon is great and I am almost at the one hour off my first marathon... thanks to you for the good training workouts!

Becky -  Atlanta, GA

Hi Coach--Well, you'll be proud--I ran the 5K in 23:48, so that's a pace of 7:41 according to the race results. i came in 3rd for my age group. Whoo--hoo...That's a definite PR for me for 5k. Brutally hot conditions though. 97 and high humidity. Not sure if I could keep up that pace for 13.1, but with drier conditions and cooler temps, I guess it's possible. These are two different races though. I always treat the 5k as more of a sprint. So, off to AZ tomorrow through Fri. I'll sneak in a run or two while I'm out there, just to get something in. After a long plane ride, I'll be stiff and antsy. Thanks so much for putting together workouts that are helping me achieve my goals!

Jennifer - Bel Air, MD

I've been training with you for 1 year now and I feel great. steady improvements, and running is fun again. just wanted to say thank you and you are awesome!

Robin - Hollis, ME

I definitely want to renew!  I can’t tell you how great this has been for me!  I tell anyone who is willing to listen about you and I hope that more business comes your way….

Jen - Maplewood, NJ