1:1 Performance Coaching
Personalized training plans and nutrition guidance from experienced coaches to help you reach your goals.
Why Bears Performance?
RDN on Staff
Real sports nutrition from a Registered Dietitian, not generic advice. Get personalized fueling strategies for training and race day from someone who understands the science AND the sport.
Coaches Who Compete
Zev is chasing Olympic Trials (2:35 marathon). We understand what it takes to push limits because we're doing it ourselves. Your coaches aren't just talking theory — we live it.
Proven at Every Level
State champions, collegiate programs, adult PRs. Our methods work from youth to elite. We've coached nationally-ranked athletes and helped first-time runners cross finish lines.
Lactate Testing
Science-based zone training available for Premium athletes. Know your exact thresholds, train smarter, and stop guessing your paces.
Built for Altitude
We coach at 6,500+ feet in Colorado. We understand altitude training, how to optimize it, and how to prepare athletes for racing at any elevation.
Ready to Get Started?
Choose your tier below.
CORE
$130/mo
CORE
Structured training for self-motivated runners
- Personalized weekly training plan via Final Surge
- Ongoing plan adjustments as life happens
- Email access to your coach
- Pace and heart rate zones for your fitness
- Periodized training blocks for your goal race
- Workout descriptions so you understand the "why"
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PERFORMANCE
$179/mo
PERFORMANCE
For runners ready to level up with coaching + nutrition
- Everything in Core, plus:
- Bi-weekly plan reviews with written feedback
- Monthly 30-minute coaching call
- Sports nutrition guidance from an RDN
- Strength & mobility recommendations
- Priority response (24-48 hour turnaround)
- Race-specific pacing strategy
PREMIUM
$299/mo
PREMIUM
Full-service coaching for serious athletes
- Everything in Performance, plus:
- Weekly plan reviews with real-time adjustments
- Weekly 30-minute coaching calls
- Comprehensive nutrition planning
- Unlimited text/email access to coaches
- Race week strategy calls
- Advanced training analysis
- Lactate threshold testing (local athletes)
- In-person group sessions (Colorado)
Meet Your Coaches
Luke Rodriguez
Head Coach & Sports Dietitian
Luke Rodriguez
Head Coach & Sports DietitianLuke Rodriguez is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and USATF-certified coach with 7 years of coaching experience. He currently serves as Head Cross Country Coach and Assistant Track Coach at Palmer Ridge High School.
Coaching Highlights:- 2025 Nike Southwest All-Regional coaching honor
- Colorado State 3200m Runner-Up
- National Qualifier individuals and relays, All-Americans, USATF JO podium finishers
- Sub-17:45 girls 5K • Sub-15:30 boys 5K (several)
- Sub-4:12 boys mile (several) • Sub-5:15 girls mile (several)
- Sub-1:58 boys 800m • Sub-2:18 girls 800m (several)
- 8:01 boys 4x800m
A former collegiate runner at UCCS (14:47 5K), Luke has tackled everything from the track to ultra-distance trail running — including a 50K up/down Pikes Peak and a win at the 2022 RamParty Trail Race.
Zev Cayiem
Associate Head Coach | 2028 Olympic Trials Hopeful
Zev Cayiem
Associate Head Coach | 2028 Olympic Trials HopefulZev Cayiem is an elite-level distance runner and experienced coach pursuing qualification for the 2028 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. He brings a strong background in competitive distance running at every level.
Coaching Highlights:- 2025 Nike Southwest All-Regional coaching honor (second career)
- Regis University: Highest RMAC Championship finishes in a decade
- Discovery Canyon HS: Four consecutive girls XC State Championship improvements (14th → 6th)
- 2024 Nike Southwest All-Region Team honor (DCC)
A former NCAA Division II athlete at UCCS (2015-2020), Zev competed on nationally ranked teams. He holds a B.S. in Health and Wellness Promotion and is completing his Master's in Sports Coaching.
Personal Bests: 2:35 Marathon • 1:08 Half Marathon • 15:11 5K
