Have you ever found yourself thinking: “I WISH I could become a runner” or “I wonder if I could ever do a 5K?” or even “Woah, a half marathon – I’m not sure I could EVER do that.”
For many folks, navigating the world of running can be a challenge — you have to understand how to train in a sustainable way, find a plan that fits into your life, and step into a fitness culture that often feels daunting.
Introducing the Snacking in Sneakers Run Club.
The Run Club helps beginners of all shapes and sizes become lifelong runners. Whether you are at the starting line preparing to take your very first jog, or you have been running for a bit and have a new race goal in mind – the Club is here to help you level up your journey and break free from the conventional fitness norms.🏃♀️💪✨
Does any of this sound like you?
❌ Goal-Setting Gridlock?
You set fitness goals, but they often get lost in the hustle of everyday life. Are you ready for your aspirations for a healthier lifestyle to stop taking a backseat to work demands and daily stress?
❌ Frustrated by Fitness?
Traditional fitness spaces can feel exclusive and intimidating. Are you tired of battling misconceptions and seeking a supportive community that will rally behind you?
❌ Confidence Crumbling?
Does a lack of confidence make you fear judgment at the gym or on the road? Has this been holding you back from trying to become a runner?
❌ Exercise Feels Like a Chore?
Have your past fitness experiences felt more like a chore than a joyful journey? Are you ready to go beyond burning calories and embrace the sheer joy of movement?
❌ Training Plan Trepidation?
You’ve seen free training plans online, but don’t understand how to use them or need help fitting them to your own goals. Wouldn’t access to group coaching calls with a running coach be helpful for asking all your questions?!
If you answered yes to these – and you’re ready to do something about it – it’s time to join the Snacking in Sneakers Run Club!
Hi there, I’m Coach Chrissy.
I never quite felt like I fit in the fitness world. For the longest time, I struggled, bombarded by societal norms dictating what fitness should look like.
Then I discovered the joy of running.
Running wasn’t about conforming to a specific body shape or adhering to someone else’s idea of wellness. Running is about your own personal fitness journey; discovering your own resilience and power.
This passion fueled me to become an RRCA Running Coach and USAT Level I Short Course Triathlon Coach. And since then, I’ve helped many women and men cross the finish line of their races!
Why Join the Run Club?
Over the last 15 years of this journey, I discovered there were many Judgy McJudgsters out in the fitness space. 😉 That can make it really intimidating to start to run, or to branch into a new race distance! (Who’s feeling me?)
Plus, so many free training plans out there felt like they were meant for elite level athletes. What about someone who wants to cross the finish line of their first half marathon? Or someone that can walk a mile, but wants to run that mile?
That’s why I created the Snacking in Sneakers Run Club. This club is for anyone who’s ever felt misplaced or confused in the world of fitness. It’s about creating a space where every individual can find a sense of belonging in their own running journey – and feel that pride when they cross a finish line. 🏃♀️💖🌟
Achieve Your Running Goals, Cross Those Finish Lines, and Boost Your Confidence
Our membership program is designed to provide you with all the tools, resources, and support you need to take your running to the next level. Here is what’s included:
✅Access to a complete library of training plans via the Final Surge app or website. Access to the app is included with your membership. Use whatever plan fits your needs now, and level up when you’re ready!
✅Ability for you to self-customize plans according to your scheduling needs or goal race dates.
✅Track your workouts and progress directly in the Final Surge app or website. This will allow you to easily monitor your progress and adjust your training as needed.
✅Join our private Facebook community of like-minded runners who are there to support, motivate, and encourage you every step of the way. Share your successes, ask for advice, or just connect with other runners who get you. You are welcome to ask Coach Chrissy questions in the group too!
✅Get personalized help in live group coaching sessions. These take place twice a month, and you can ask any questions related to running or sports nutrition!
✅A special gift when you hit your first major running goal. Whether it’s completing a 5K, a half marathon, or something else entirely, I want to celebrate your achievement with you!
What’s the difference between the Run Club and One-on-One Coaching?
Both programs are very useful but vary based on the level of individual customization and support!
The Run Club offers a library of training plans and group coaching calls. Members are able to choose one of these plans to apply to their calendar in Final Surge. They can also ask training or sports nutrition questions on twice-monthly group coaching calls. The Club does not include customized plans, email support, Final Surge monitoring by Coach Chrissy, or individual coaching calls.
Individual coaching, on the other hand, features fully customized training plans towards your exact race and time goals. It also features unlimited email and Final Surge support from Coach Chrissy, along with twice-monthly individual zoom meetings if needed. As a coached athlete, you are automatically a part of the Run Club, also giving you access to the group coaching calls.
Your choice between the two really depends on the level of support that you need. One-on-one coaching is more expensive because it it includes fully customized plans and much more individualized support (via email, Final Surge, and Zoom).
However, not everyone needs that level of coaching. The Run Club allows Coach Chrissy to deliver training plans for various levels, and offer group coaching that allows you to ask for help with self-customizations, training questions, or nutrition questions.
Here’s a helpful breakdown between the two services:
Join Now! Just $19/month
Joining Snacking in Sneakers Society Run Club is easy. Simply sign up today on Final Surge to start enjoying all the benefits of our membership program. When you subscribe via Final Surge, you’ll be taken directly to the sign-up waivers and questionnaires to complete.
Whether you’re a runner hoping to tackle a new race distance or you’re just starting out, I’m here to help you achieve your goals and have fun along the way.
Can’t I Just Use Free Training Plans?
There’s absolutely nothing wrong with free training plans – in fact, I have many right here on the site, and some of those same plans are also used in the run club. But…
- If you’ve ever struggled to understand a free training plan…
- If you’ve ever wished you had a coach to ask questions about customizations or tips…
- If you’ve ever downloaded a plan but never used it…
- If you’ve ever felt a smidge lonely in your running journey…
That’s where the Snacking in Sneakers run club makes all the difference! More than just a training plan, the Run Club is a vibrant community offering group coaching calls and unwavering support, ensuring you never feel alone on your journey. We want to celebrate your strengths, boost your confidence, and foster joy in every stride. 🏃♀️💖✨
Run Club FAQs
The run club is right for anyone who is at least 18 years old that wants to learn to run, tackle a new race distance (through marathon distance), or improve their current race times. (It is not designed for elite level athletes, ultra runners, or youth athletes.)
Membership in the Run Club does not include fully customized training plans, email support, Final Surge monitoring by Coach Chrissy, or individual coaching calls. Members can instead ask questions during twice-monthly group coaching calls, or in the Facebook community. (The wonderful part is that everyone learns this way!)
Yes! We welcome all fitness levels. There is a beginner “learn to run” plan that starts with 1 minute running intervals. This is the plan we recommend those brand new to running choose in the club.
Not at all! While we celebrate racing achievements, our community embraces all aspects of running, from joyful jogs to personal milestones. All goals are welcome here.
Final Surge is the coaching platform that we use to deliver training plans and track your progress. It is available to use via the app or website – whichever you prefer. There is no extra charge for you to use this.
When you join the membership, you’ll receive access to the Club’s library of training plans. You can select any plan you’d like and apply it to your account in Final Surge, and select your desired start date for the plan. This will automatically apply the plan to your calendar with all the recommended workouts. You can drag-and-drop workouts to customize them to the days that work for your schedule. You can switch plans at anytime, and you can also level up to other plans after you finish your first one.
Group coaching calls take place twice a month, typically the 1st Wednesday of the month at 9am Eastern and the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm Eastern. The schedule will occasionally change based on Coach Chrissy’s availability; this will be communicated at the start of each month.
No problem! You can submit questions ahead of time to Coach Chrissy, and she will answer them on the call. Replays are available for all club members.
Almost any topic related to running and sports nutrition is fair game! For example, you can ask questions about modifying a workout or training plan, selecting the right goal based on your fitness level, stretching best practices, strength training to support running, ideas for pre-run or post-run meals, how to fuel your long runs…the list goes on and on! However, please note that this is an inclusive group and for those reasons we do not focus on weight-related topics.
You can cancel your membership at any time (instructions to cancel are here). No refunds are provided for past payments. For example, if you made a monthly payment on February 1st and decide to cancel on February 15th, you will not receive a refund for the rest of the month – however you will continue to have access to the club and training plans until the next billing cycle on March 1st when your membership ends.
Join the Snacking in Sneakers Run Club today and experience a running community that goes beyond the ordinary. Your finish line awaits! 🏃♀️💪✨