Overheard at ACCEL

Definitely Stronger than I ever thought I could be. Truthfully this is the best I’ve felt physically & emotionally in over 20 years. Who knew there was so much life to enjoy still :) Thank you SO much for all of the support - I can’t put into words how significant this is for me, It’s life changing

Kira D.
Ran her first ever 5k after 7 weeks of training

I’m really finding the joy in training the way the runs are programmed with a different focus description and route, it keeps me really engaged & entertained!

Erica R. 
Crushed her sub 2 hour half marathon goal after 3 months of coaching at our ACCEL Retreat!

I just turned 50 & raced 10k with no pain finishing faster than in my mid 40’s at 65 minutes!  

Hayley S.
Casual runner transformed to strongest runner starting her 50’s with Personalized Digital Coaching

I wouldn’t be where I am without you, so it feels very serendipitous that you saw me at the final stage of my training plan on that 18k run!

Natasha W.
After crossing paths in person on a training run a few weeks before getting her half marathon PB

Feeling so grateful for you & how you’ve been helping me understand my body & prioritize MY fitness as a mom & business owner. 

Anna C.
Found her groove as a runner for her life - physical & mental wellbeing vs racing

Wohoo! I felt so strong today at the end of day #10 running across England! Walked at the end because my friend was hurting but I’m feeling injury free! Ready for tomorrow!!!

Rachel H.
Her first ultra race of back to back running days from the west to east coast of England!

Feeling so grateful for you & how you’ve been helping me understand my body & prioritize MY fitness as a mom & business owner. 

Anna C.
Found her groove as a runner for her life - physical & mental wellbeing vs racing

I just ran my first 1/2 marathon and I never considered myself a long distance runner. I was a hurdle sprint athlete in high school, never thought I’d be cut out for long distance. You’ve helped me prove myself wrong.

Katherine V.
Sprinter turned long distance race lover through Personalized Digital Coaching

I feel like I’ve learned more from you in the last 10 minutes of this assessment about my body than I have from my physio in the last year of sessions.

Gnilane N. 
After doing her Digital Assessment for her Personalized Digital Coaching

I ran my half marathon PR in my first 70.3 Ironman (1:38). I placed 2nd in my age group & 16th overall! I’m ready to get stronger and go faster and go for a full Ironman!

Shae P. 
After 9 months of accel coaching, post accident recovery & ACL repair surgery

I did it 4 minutes faster than last year which I am so happy about! I definitely felt more capable during this run than before I started actually training. So glad I had the hill training and elevation work beforehand too, the route was more climbing than I remember haha!

Rhene T.
Trail runner in the Island Trail Race Series on Vancouver Island

I can actually run!!! I just did a 5K which I never thought I'd do, and THEN I did an 8K and ran so consistently without any shin splints - for someone who couldn't run without eventually developing pain/injury, this was a HUGE deal for me; I finally feel like I am a runner! Always thought a half marathon would be a pipe dream but actually feels attainable for next year!!! This has also been so important for me showing up for myself.

Zoyah
Successfully returning to running after a year of missed races & shin splints holding her back trying to train alone

HUGE WIN - Really reduced knee pain!

Anna C.
5 weeks into Personalized Digital Strength Coaching

I've been feeling SO confident about how to manage my body the last while. If I'm having a tough day, giving myself permission to 1) use movement as medicine or 2) REST. You've given me the ability to advocate FOR myself, TO myself.
I highly recommend working with Accel Strength & Conditioning. You will be blown away by the custom programs and incredible support system brought to you by Coach Holly and her team. 

Kate O.
Coaching for over a year through pregnancy, postpartum & return to running, graduating to maintenance feeling autonomous on how to build & maintain her fitness!

I completely forgot how beautiful it is to run where I live, thank you for the run routes you make me! I’m consistent now more than ever & my relationship with running is healthier.

Amaka E. 
Tennis player, business owner & now confidently identifying as a running athlete

I just realized I haven't thought about my knees, they don’t hurt me anymore when I run! I can just think about my race strategy & enjoy the running itself.

Erica R. 
Sub 2 hour half marathon runner & Accel Race Retreat participant

I did it! Reached my goal of 120 miler in Manning Park for the Fat Dog event. Unforgettable experience…difficult to put into words. My poor feet & legs are sore & swollen, but I was thinking of all the strength workouts I did to help me get through that…so thank you for all your help keeping my body strong for the distance!

Charlene W.
Multiple ultra marathoner in her 50’s

It’s official…I am faster than my dog...

Keir N. 
Trail go getter with her trusty (but now not fast enough) labrador

I’m feeling better now than I have in 15 years, on par with when I was 35! I haven’t had back pain at all in a year & my mobility has never been this good. 

Anton R.
Our first Accel client & thriving with Personalized Digital Coaching since 2018

I just ran a sub 50 minute 10k, thank you for your coaching help!

Rachel H.
From rib cramps & inability to success after 2 seasons of Personalized Digital Coaching

My family says I look fitter than I did in my 20’s after seeing me a decade later on our trip to Mexico! Looking fit wasn’t my goal, but a nice additional win along with being injury free & running consistently! 

Amilamia G. 
Avid trail runner 6 months into Personalized Digital Coaching

Your run strength training component has officially made me love working out…even more so than running right now which is totally not me! 

Stacie I.
Training with us for her 50k race in the UK

I did it! Sub 4.5hour marathon! Kids and family on the sidelines, felt strong all the way through thanks to you!

Ryan G.
Inspiring his 3 young kids, growing his company & prioritizing his fitness with Personalized Digital Coaching

Fuelling how you suggested has changed the game! No more cramps & I have energy on long runs.

Gne N.
Daughter & husband on a bike cheering her on during long runs & racing her first marathon postpartum.

OMG seriously, running again has made me so motivated with the rest of my life. Thank you coach!

Montana D.
Two weeks into ACCEL 10k Intermediate Training Plan

I feel so much stronger, less stiff, and my running is faster and smoother. Goal-setting has become more fun rather than intimidating.
It's been an absolute joy to be on this journey and have a coach that's my biggest cheerleader.

S.
Multiple PB’s race after race in 5k, 8k, 10k, and half marathon distances less than 7 months after a marathon DNF with an injury & with 7 months of Digital Strength Coaching!

I had no incontinence when running my long run this week for the first time in years!

Nameless
Avid women runner over 50 having had 2 natural births years prior

I had no incontinence when running my long run this week for the first time in years!

Nameless
Avid women runner over 50 having had 2 natural births years prior

Whew what a humbling experience to read my results. I haven’t even watched videos yet but it all tracks with the way I feel with some issues that I have been ignoring. I honestly thought I would be learning about a standard training program, now that I know I am going to be repairing some overall issues that will help me move and feel better all around I am even more excited!

Vanessa K. 
After doing her Digital Assessment for Personalized Digital Coaching

Before I struggled with injuries when running long distances, with being shown what to do I can push myself more & its true…a strength trained body is a more resilient running body! 

J.C.
Injured & underfuelled runner turned empowered strong sub 2 hour healthy half marathon runner! 

Actually don’t remember a run without significant calf and foot pain in the last while. The run analysis form changes have made a huge difference! Holly is an invaluable resource/coach/human!

Zoyah
Successfully returning to running after a year of missed races & shin splints holding her back trying to train alone

Thanks again so much for all your help keeping me strong and free from injury. I truly wouldn’t have been able to achieve those race goals without your help!

Charlene W. 
Multiple ultra marathoner in her 50’s, completing this goal after a year of strength training and finished this epic race she DNFd year prior!

These sessions are so valuable for us. It’s really not about the exercise anymore, we know most of them. It's what you bring to the session & how it impacts our life & daily actions.

Maggie & Cameron B
Digital Coaching since 2021

You’ve changed my perspective on movement forever & I so love being able to plan my week to fit my crazy schedule!

Katherine O.
One year postpartum & a year of Personalized Digital Coaching 

…but how are you, sorry I never ask you how you’re doing. You’re so good at holding space for me. I appreciate it every session. I haven’t had anyone hold this kind of space for me consistently since I was maybe 10 years old. Well even before then, not really. So what I’m trying to say is thank you!

J.
Said in a session 2 months into Coaching

Faster in the pool & feeling like I've increased my capacity from doing run strength training! Was not expecting this additional benefit from our strength! 

Shae P. 
Three months into training for their first 70.3 Ironman

I loved doing the workouts especially. I feel like they have made the biggest difference!

Natasha W.
On her way to a personal best sub 2.5 hour ½ marathon goal...which she crushed!