"I met Steve when he began coaching the Fleet Feet Laguna Niguel training sessions. At that point, I was not at all confident that I would be able to run a marathon, after having completed my last one ten years prior. At 66 years of age, my first goal was to keep running injury free, for as many years as I could. Steve introduced us to the RPE concept of training. Rate of Perceived Effort was totally new to me and to be honest, I think I took longer than most to catch on. However, Steve’s consistent, patient and laid-back approach was what helped me understand and then apply the concept. The reality is that with Steve’s coaching methods, you’ll certainly work hard, but you end up running faster, longer and with greater ease than you ever thought possible, and your recovery time will be shorter! I am truly grateful for Steve’s guidance and support; I feel like he’s given me a new lease on my running life. I’ve learned so much from him and I’m working harder and having more fun running than I have in a long time. Thank you, Steve! "