Testimonials
When I decided to hire a running coach, Lloyd was my first and only contact. I had read race reports from others who had used his services with great success, and knew from some interactions with him on an online running forum that he was the type of personality I could work well with. Although he had to coach me remotely, using his services has been one of the best decisions I’ve made in my 8 years of running.
I was hoping to run a personal best and a Boston Qualifying time at my sixth marathon in the fall of 2009. Lloyd reviewed my previous training and developed a schedule based on my ability, as well as my lifestyle. The schedule was challenging, yet very attainable. All the pieces of the plan he provided fit together perfectly, and I was able to meet my goals even though race day brought less than ideal weather (a Nor’easter). Lloyd’s coaching not only helped get me into the best physical shape of my life, but I know I can attribute part of my success to the mental and emotional preparation he provided. I feel fortunate to have someone with his experience, knowledge, and seemingly endless patience to help me meet my goals.
Jen Fields
Westborough, MA
3:46 - 2009 Bay State Marathon
I have known Lloyd for three years now and don't know anyone (non-Olympian) who is as dedicated to a sport both in participation and learning as Lloyd. When Lloyd first started making his own schedules I knew he was on to something. I started following his schedule for the first time in training for the Boston Marathon. Although I had run a 3:12 I wanted to go faster and Lloyd provided me a schedule that I followed using races and key workouts interspersed with long runs. Although I felt that I was running more slowly, I was actually building up a lot of strength. I ended up running a PR at Boston (very unusual) of 3:08, a 5 minute improvement.
The next time I called upon Lloyd was after moving away from Cleveland and running the Marine Corps Marathon in a disappointing 3:10. I had not asked him for a schedule since I had moved away. After the race I knew I had something left in the tanks so I called Lloyd and told him about another marathon about a month after Marine Corps called the NCR Trail Marathon. He gave me a schedule to follow for a month and I went to the NCR Trail Marathon and ran a 3:07, a one minute improvement to my PR and a 3 minute improvement to my Fall marathon time. Another PR.
On top of creating excellent, personally tailored schedules Lloyd is an excellent listener and an even better motivator. He is one of the most dedicated, reliable, consistent runners that I have ever known and because of that is able provide both inspiration and coaching. I highly recommend his programs and his coaching to anyone seeking to get a PR in the sport of running.
Andrew Simpson
Falls Church, VA
The next time I called upon Lloyd was after moving away from Cleveland and running the Marine Corps Marathon in a disappointing 3:10. I had not asked him for a schedule since I had moved away. After the race I knew I had something left in the tanks so I called Lloyd and told him about another marathon about a month after Marine Corps called the NCR Trail Marathon. He gave me a schedule to follow for a month and I went to the NCR Trail Marathon and ran a 3:07, a one minute improvement to my PR and a 3 minute improvement to my Fall marathon time. Another PR.
On top of creating excellent, personally tailored schedules Lloyd is an excellent listener and an even better motivator. He is one of the most dedicated, reliable, consistent runners that I have ever known and because of that is able provide both inspiration and coaching. I highly recommend his programs and his coaching to anyone seeking to get a PR in the sport of running.
Andrew Simpson
Falls Church, VA
Lloyd has a runner's soul. He fully understands the sport of running -- the science of training and race preparation, and that physical fitness improves body, mind, and spirit. He's an outstanding coach.
Denis Dunn
Lakewood, OH
Big Sur Marathon, 3:19
Denis Dunn
Lakewood, OH
Big Sur Marathon, 3:19
I have known Lloyd Thomas for 5 years now. Over those years I have seen him achieve many great accomplishments. His knowledge and expertise with running and training are precise and easily implemented. He never grows frustrated and is always looking towards getting better. The results of his hard work show through in his own personal performances as well as those that he trains.
Vince Rucci
Owner, Vertical Runner
Hudson, OH
Vince Rucci
Owner, Vertical Runner
Hudson, OH