Book Private Track-and-field Lessons with Coach Kaylah
I encourage my athletes to get out of their head, and into the moment.
I encourage my athletes to get out of their head, and into the moment.
As a track coach, my primary goal is to focus on the mental and physical aspect of my athletes. Not only will we focus on perfecting drills, core work, aerobic, and anaerobic workouts, but we will also practice shaping the mind to increase positivity and silence doubts. I yearn for my athletes to trust and believe in their training, but most importantly themselves. Specializes in training middle and long distance runners (Cross Country-600m-800m-1000m-1500m)
Houston, TX
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Get to know Coach Kaylah
About Me:
2X Junior Olympic National Champion for the 1500 meters
2X USA Track and Field Athlete of the Year
Division 1 Athlete for University at Albany
Conference Medalist for 800m and 1000m
Top 10 Cross Country Conference Medalist
How I can help you improve your game:
The most important aspects to helping someone improve their game is focusing on core work with each session. Without a strong core, one is not able to sustain their speed or technique within their race.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
For mid-distance/distance runners, a typical training session would look like:
1. Starting with a 10 minute jog to warm up the muscles.
2. Next, we would do static stretches for 7-10 minutes and dynamic stretches for another 10 minutes. Static stretches involve holding a stretch for 30 seconds or more, while dynamic stretches gradually increase range of motion. These drills also include mini hurdle drills to work on agility.
3. Then we would move on to the workout. Each workout day varies. If we do an aerobic workout on Monday, which would involve a longer, low intensity workout. Then Tuesday, would be an anaerobic workout, which involves high speed and shorter sets. However, each aerobic workout will end with completing sprints to train the body to move fast when approaching the end of a race when tired.
4. At the end of every workout, athletes are REQUIRED to cool down by doing a 10-15 minute light jog to drain the legs of any lactic acid that has accumulated from the workout.
5. Lastly, we will stretch again to reduce muscle soreness and complete a quick 7-10 minute core session to improve strength and conditioning.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I was the assistant distance coach for high school ages 13-18. I specialized in training athletes for the 600m,800m, 1000m, 1500m, and Cross Country. Prior to this experience, I was also an assistant distance coach for Halls Express Track Club based in New York. This was the track club I competed in as a young athlete myself. From transitioning from an athlete to a coach, this team has traveled both nationally and internationally to compete and medal in their respective events.
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I ever had was my club coach throughout middle school and high school. Our relationship started out rocky since I was intimidated by his harsh demeanor. However, as I continued to be his athlete, I realized he was only hard on me because he believed in me more than I believed in myself. He saw the potential that I didn't even know was present within me. As I started listening to him coach me emotionally and physically, my times started to drop. Our relationship only grew closer and until this day, we still stay in contact with one another.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
Athletes and parents should know that I am very dedicated to improving my craft. I will be patient and persistent with my athletes. I understand that success is never a straight line. Progress is more important than perfection and I will ensure that I monitor my athletes progress where they can also have access to see their own growth as well.
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