Book Private Track-and-field Lessons with Coach Marvin

With an impressive track record as an Athlete, including 2 team NJCAA national champions at Barton County in 2005- 2007, while attending Western Illinois I achieve a top 10 spot in school history in the mens 60m dash, and contributing to the University of Memphis from 2008 to 2010, I bring a wealth of experience and proven success to elevate your athletic performance.

Throughout my coaching career in track and field, I have achieved over 10 plus individual state championships, guiding numerous athletes to success at the highest level. In 2018, I coached a state championship team and followed it up with a runner-up performance in 2019. With a deep focus on developing talent, I’ve led multiple state qualifiers and helped athletes set 2 state records. My commitment to excellence has consistently delivered top-tier results, proving my ability to shape champions.

I can help you improve your game in athletics by offering a customized training plan that targets your specific needs, whether it’s improving speed, strength, or technique. With my experience, I’ll break down your performance, identify areas for growth, and teach you the skills needed to maximize your potential. By focusing on proper form, conditioning, and mental toughness, I will guide you in building confidence and consistently achieving better results in competition.

A private track and field workout typically focuses on personalized training to enhance your specific event, whether it's sprints, distance running, jumps, or throws. Here's what a well-rounded session could look like:

1. Warm-Up (15-20 minutes)

Dynamic stretches: High knees, butt kicks, leg swings, arm circles

Light jogging: 5-10 minutes to raise body temperature

Mobility drills: Lunges, ankle mobility, hip openers to improve flexibility

2. Event-Specific Drills (20-30 minutes)

Sprints: Short acceleration drills (30m, 50m, 100m) focusing on technique, form, and speed

Distance running: Tempo runs, intervals, or fartlek training for endurance

Jumps: Approach work, take-off drills, and landing technique

Throws: Work on release, speed, and technique in shot put, discus, etc.

3. Strength & Conditioning (20-30 minutes)

Core exercises: Planks, Russian twists, V-ups

Plyometrics: Box jumps, bounding, depth jumps

Weight training: Squats, deadlifts, cleans (depending on goals)

Explosive work: Medicine ball throws, resistance band sprints

4. Speed/Endurance Training (15-20 minutes)

Sprint intervals: 200m or 400m repeats with short recovery for speed endurance

Hill sprints: Great for power and conditioning

Tempo runs: Steady pace to build aerobic capacity

5. Cool Down (10-15 minutes)

Light jogging: 5 minutes to bring heart rate down

Static stretching: Focus on hamstrings, quads, calves, and upper body

Foam rolling: To relieve muscle tightness and improve recovery

6. Technical Review

Work with a coach or trainer to analyze technique and make necessary adjustments.

This structure can be adjusted based on your specific goals and the event you are training for. Since you have experience with national and state-level performances, advanced techniques, strength work, and recovery methods would likely be emphasized.

The best coach i ever had was my Junior college coach. He pushed me not only physically but mentally and emotionally and prepared me for life after college.

I am very passionate and dedicated to the sport and thrive off building our youth and watching them prosper in their respect sports and life.