Coach Paul has set up a great program with a variety of workouts specifically tailored for the unique challenges of downhill racing. He has been very helpful as an online coach in answering my training questions and offering great tips for training and downhill racing. With Coach Paul's help, I returned to running after an injury and finished the REVEL Canyon City Marathon with a 70-minute PR!

I never dreamed I could qualify for Boston or considered myself to be a fast runner. I was so lucky to have stumbled upon Coach Paul. His downhill training plan and quick response to all of my questions made my 4-month training zip by. As a busy working mom of three it was such a relief to have someone tell me what I needed to do to accomplish my goals. I loved the scenic course of Revel Big Cottonwood and ran a 10-minute PR and my first Boston qualifier!

I signed up for the Revel Online Coaching Program to assist me in the training necessary to run my first marathon. Not only did I run the Big Cottonwood Marathon, I rocked it, qualifying for the Boston Marathon by 34 minutes! Coach Paul's plan helped me train for the downhill race using the proper form and technique to avoid unnecessary aches and injuries. Thanks Paul!

I cannot say enough good things about Coach Paul and his training program. I worked with Coach Paul for my 22nd marathon and it made a huge difference not only in how ready I was but also in how confident I felt. This was the first time I would tell people, “I think I'm going to do well,” instead of the usual, “well, let’s see how it goes,” and this is because the program is built in a way that you feel tangible improvements as you progress towards your marathon date. Running nerds will love the program because Coach Paul explains the rationale behind each workout, but those who just want to run will like it as well because everything is laid out for you. Coach Paul’s weekly emails, check-ins, videos, and enthusiasm got me in the right mindset, and at age 47 I ran my best marathon with a big PR and BQ!

I strongly recommend training with Coach Paul. It is a game changer to have a training plan tailored to the course. Paul provides clear instructions, often with videos, so the purpose of each run is clear. He was readily available and checked in frequently. But the best part was his breakdown of the course and instructions on how to small set goals at various mile markers to track my progress on race day. I followed his instructions and set goals based on my 20+ weeks of training. Having him confirm that my race goals were within reach protected me when the race got difficult in the final 5 miles. Rather than worrying that I had gone out too fast I could affirm that I was “working my plan and my plan was completely within my reach.” Paul got me to the starting line feeling like I had already “earned” the PR and just needed to go “collect” it at the finish line!

I have nothing but rave reviews for the Revel Online Training. Paul has been an exceptional coach. He's helped me to both improve my athletic performance and achieve my personal goals-- for the first time, without injury-- during an entire training season. That, in itself, says a lot. I have really enjoyed working with Paul, and I'm looking forward to working with him again in training for my upcoming Boston Marathon!

Coach Paul has trained me from my first marathon to my PR at REVEL Big Cottonwood. His coaching has helped me learn proper form, pacing, and preparation for downhill races. As a full-time, working mother of two, his effective and efficient training plans have enabled me to run 10 consecutive Boston Marathons while maintaining a busy schedule.

I have run REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon without coaching. This year with online coaching, I was able to finish over 20 minutes faster than my PR and BQ times! I am thrilled to be accepted to the Boston Marathon after 2 years of qualifying and missing the cut off. This program is masterfully and specifically designed for this race! I felt better and was more confident going into the race this time around. Investing in this program is simply the BEST decision I have made in a very long time!

Coach Paul is wonderful, and his program just works! I was able to cut over 30 minutes off my previous marathon time and qualify for Boston on my 2nd ever marathon. If you are willing to put in the work- he will get you where you want to go! Outside of the program being great, Paul is great. He cares about his runners. He is responsive and helpful. He is able to answer questions and able to provide resources (I injured myself and he was able to get my back quickly). If you want to adjust your goal pace to go faster- he is able to do that. The program/Paul is worth it in gold. Much thanks!

If you want to PR or BQ the Revel online training plan is the way to go. Coach Paul is great! Any time I had a question or needed to modify my plan for any reason he was so helpful. When I was concerned about not reaching my goal pace during training, he would give me words of encouragement. I made sure I followed the plan and would run after work. I would try to get all my miles in for the week and it paid off! It was my fastest marathon and what better race then revel Mt Charleston! I received a PR and BQ’d. Thank you Coach Paul!

The training program provided to me from Coach Paul offered a balanced and challenging set of workouts to prepare me for the downhill marathon at Mt. Charleston. I really liked the variety as compared to other training I have received from other coaching programs. All of the training had a purpose and he provided great detail so you understood the workout. As well, he answered my questions as they arose in a personal and friendly way. I really liked how we adjusted my program so it worked for me especially when there are winter running challenges up here in Canada. Thank you Coach Paul it is great working with you for the third time. (2x Mt. Charleston and 1x Boston).

I was beyond impressed with Coach Paul and his training program for the downhill REVEL Mt. Charleston Marathon. I was prepared for race day on every level: training, course expectations, and strength. His program and guidance led me to a personal record for the marathon. Any questions I had throughout the training program were answered very quickly. Workouts were explained thoroughly, and I have never had a more comprehensive and challenging (in a good way) training program or coach. My running improved so much so that I would not hesitate to work with Coach Paul and his team for future races. I wholeheartedly recommend Coach Paul for your next race.

I wholeheartedly recommend Coach Paul's training program! I just finished the Revel- Mt. Charleston 1/2 marathon and had the confidence from pre-race strategy to post race cool down that I was ready to reach my goal time. I actually beat the goal by 8 minutes!!I I looked forward to weekly emails from Coach Paul, which detailed the week ahead (sometimes the "weeks" ahead for training blocks) and provided guidance for how we should see the training in light of the big picture of our upcoming race. His pre-race logistics and racing strategy were right on target and helped to provide the true belief the race was going to go well. Every time I had a question or needed to change parts of the program, Coach Paul was quick to respond, and able/willing to assist and guide throughout the process. I am excited to immediately continue training for another race effort later this year and am looking forward to working with Coach Paul for this event as well!!

My BQ quest began in 2014 when I ran my very first marathon. Like most of BQ seekers, hitting that qualifying time and meeting the cut off time seem like a daunting task. I’ve tried various online trainings and joining a running club, but nothing seems to work until I signed up for Coach Paul’s training program for Revel’s Mt. Charleston Marathon. I followed every single training recommendation on his calendar. I exceeded the lowest range on his recommendation for each run, which totaled 993 miles in 24 weeks. The end result was beyond my expectations. I qualified for the Boston Marathon with 3:24:50- a 10:10 minute cushion for my age group, 55-59. Once again, thank you Coach Paul Carmona. It was also a pleasure to meet you at the Mt. Charleston Expo in Las Vegas. Looking forward to sign up for your Boston Marathon Training.

Coach Paul is a great coach. I've been following his program for a few years since my first marathon with a time of 3:44. The training plans and advice he provides are first class. I've run 8 marathons, and in my mid-40's, he has helped me run some of my best races - including a 2:56 on the REVEL Mt.Charleston Marathon. That was a PR of 15 minutes, and a BQ minus 23 minutes. Coach Paul has a great response rate, well-tailored workouts and is knowledgeable. I highly recommend him to anyone training for a downhill course.

Training for a marathon is no joke. It takes so much time and effort. Having all the right tools can make the world of a difference! I’ve tried a few times for a BQ it took a while but last November after giving everything I had I finally got a BQ, but only a with a 10 second "buffer." I gave that race everything. I felt defeat. I didn’t think I wanted to try again. Long story short I registered for Mt Charleston. If I was going to try again I was going to do it right. I hired coach Paul. He had a few training plans to choose from. I got on the advanced one. I won’t lie - when I looked over the training plan I had little faith I could pull off what was asked. I decided to take one week at a time. Some weeks I hit the paces, others I was off. I felt like I wasn’t going to get my goal time. I had a billon worries and questions that Paul was great at helping and answering. Race day came. I was of course freaked out. I tried to remember all his advice and trust in the training. The marathon didn’t kill me. I ended up with a BQ and a 9:29 buffer! Having the right tools saved me. I 100% believe it was from the training program.

Coach Paul and Coach Katie are phenomenal coaches. After just finishing my second marathon (REVEL Mt. Charleston) I was able to PR 22 minutes off my first marathon. I've learned a lot from them. Important to note, when training for a full marathon (with a coach), it's best to follow the plan. For me, I learned the hard way in doing not only the designated plan, but high intensity cycling and many Strava KOM attempts. Point being, I injured myself. Shocking, I know. We learn from our mistakes. I look forward to having Coach Paul as a coach for an upcoming marathon with a BQ goal!

I have used a different training program in the past 4 years with minimal success but using Coach Paul's training program for the first time, I PR'd and BQ'd by more than 5 minutes under my AG BQ time. Coach Paul's training program is specifically tailored for downhill racing, and I enjoyed the whole training cycle because of the variety of detailed workouts and Coach Paul's constant communication and feedback.

The training programs and support provided by coach Paul Carmona and RunTrainTace are tremendous. They support and motivate runners of all talent levels. I have used their marathon program four times (with 2 Boston Qualifiers!) and find it extremely user friendly with a perfect blend of various workout types. Highly recommend!

Coach Paul was fantastic! His responses to questions were very timely, and I felt supported throughout my entire 16 weeks of coaching. I appreciated his videos and thorough explanation as to why we were doing each workout. When I needed to switch things around because of travel and due to fatigue, Coach Paul helped me get through it. As a result of his coaching, I took 12 minutes off of my half marathon PR on race day!

I never thought that I would be remotely close to qualifying for the Boston Marathon when I first started running marathons. Thankfully with the help of Coach Paul's training program, I was able to focus more on my speed and overall running form. Paul was responsive to any questions that I had and helped adjust my schedule when I went on trips during training. I ended up qualifying for the Boston by 6+ minutes at Mt. Charleston! I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking for an extra push in training and the motivation to do their absolute best!

Coach Paul wrote my plan for the REVEL Mt Charleston Marathon. I am an experienced runner and triathlete. I followed his Advanced program and found that Paul’s communication was great. He answered questions quickly and tweaked my plan along the way. He gave a fabulous break down mile by mile of the course. I would definitely have Paul coach me again.

Paul’s training for Mt Charleston got me in the best shape for a marathon I have been in twenty years. I unfortunately didn't have a great race day but I will absolutely sign up for more coaching . I'm certain it's going to be a big part of finally running my BQ.

Coach Paul was terrific! Every week included guidance for the upcoming workouts and how/why those workouts were preparing for the race. These workouts pushed me faster than I thought I could run and gave me the confidence to tackle the challenges of Mt. Charleston!

I am so glad that I signed up for Coach Paul's Revel training for Mt. Charleston. The training schedule was tailored for that specific race, and all the downhill training- even on a treadmill- and quad work made me feel really strong and ready to race. I missed a BQ, and I will sign up for another Revel race and Coach Paul's training. I recommend that if you are considering adding his program, sign up early on!

Following Paul's plan for Mt. Charleston was the smartest training decision I ever made. In addition to the workout schedule and detailed videos, he was always available to answer questions and offer advice. I have never felt stronger before a race. After 13 marathons, including two failed BQ attempts, I finished Mt. Charleston with a BQ and 8 minutes to spare. If you are willing to do the work, Coach Paul will get you there.

So happy with my training with Coach Paul! My first REVEL Race was Mt Charleston Marathon in 2018. I had no idea how to train for a downhill race since I had only been running since 2012 (first race was a HM at age 63 on a dare from my husband). I love a challenge, but knew I needed a plan. And that was Coach Paul's training plan and I BQ'd on the Mt Charleston course and ran my first Boston Marathon in 2019. The next REVEL Race was in Hawaii, which was the Kulia Marathon, and once again, Coach Paul was my coach. And I BQ'd again! Crazy Covid hit, but I used my time from Kulia to qualify for the 2022 Boston Marathon. Once again, Paul's training plan and support not only got me across the finish line at Boston, but I BQ'd there with a 12-minute cushion! His plan is solid and I know if I follow it, I have the confidence and miles on my feet to succeed. He is accessible and willing to guide a marathon runner through the "roller coaster" training a runner must do. Thanks, Coach Paul!

This is my first time paying for a Coach and marathon plan. It was the best decision. Not only was I prepared for my marathon, I qualified for Boston with a 4 1/2 minute buffer! I highly recommend Coach Paul! After qualifying for Boston, I immediately signed up for his specific Boston Marathon plan. I look forward to the training! If you want to get to the next level, get that PR or BQ, sign up for one of Coach Paul’s programs.

I can't thank Coach Paul enough! I followed the training plan and Coach Paul's race plan video and finished Big Bear with a BQ minus 13+ minutes! I finished stronger than any other marathon that I have run! I am super excited to run my first Boston Marathon!!! The training and coaching plan works. Do it!

Coach Paul has changed my life! I was struggling improving till I took his training, and what it did was trained me in a way that I could complete a marathon, especially the last 6 miles that improved my time to qualify for Boston. I have PR the last two years with Coach Paul's program! Thanks Coach!!

I’ve always wanted to qualify for Boston, but never thought I had a chance until I heard about the Revel races and their accompanying training program. I decided to give it a go and am so pleased that I beat my qualifying time by 17 minutes at the Revel Big Bear! I followed Coach Paul’s training to the T and it paid off big time! If you want to BQ, Revel and Coach Paul are the way to guarantee success. Thanks coach!

I have been trying to qualify for Boston and ran Big Bear Marathon last year with a 4:01. Decided after last year's race I needed to get serious about training if I was going to shave 6 minutes off my time for a BQ of 3:55. So I signed up for the Revel training program immediately after last year's race. My training started in June for the November 18th race. I ran cottonwood in September with a 3:55:30 missed bq by 30 sec. But still would not have got me into Boston. Still followed the training plan right up to race day and I was so shocked! I ran Big Bear in 3:40:25! That'd a 15 minute buffer for my BQ! I never dreamed I would be fast enough to run the Boston Marathon. Thank you coach Paul! BOSTON BOUND 2025!

Coach Paul's program allowed me to succeed at Revel Big Bear far beyond my hopes and expectations, earning both a coveted BQ and an unplanned NYQ with big cutoff margins. The challenge of the training was enjoyable and the weekly variety of workouts kept me from getting bored with routine. Coach Paul is very quick to reply with personalized answers to questions. Supplementing running with the RunTrainRace Strength program allowed me to reach the start line injury free, complete the downhill distance without quad fatigue or cramping, and provided for a much easier post-race recovery.

It had been six years since my previous marathon PR and I thought my fastest days were behind me. Committing to Coach Paul’s program (running and strength training) allowed me to build volume injury free and get to the start line with a new level of confidence. His guidance on race day strategy was incredibly helpful and the fact that I was able to reach my stretch goal of a sub 3 hour marathon exceeded my expectations. Would highly recommend to anyone serious about pursuing their race goals. When I ran the Philly marathon in 2017, training on my own, I thought my 3:25 would be the fastest marathon of my life. This past year, finding a renewed interest in running as a near 40 year old I wanted to make one more attempt to BQ. Making the same mistakes as before, I ran a half marathon in January as a benchmark race falling well short of my goal at a 1:42. Wanting to take a more focused approached I subscribed to the Revel Coaching program with Paul Carmona. Knowing there would be strength demands for the downhill pounding I began to weightlifting on my own, but found I was never fully recovered for the weekend long runs, so I subscribed to the RunTrainRace strength training. This focused effort allowed me to build volume in a manner I hadn’t done any a marathon cycle previously, incorporate strength training with consistency, and get to the start line healthy and injury free. Paul was available for questions throughout the programming and had great advice for a race plan. I did the work, but without the race specific guidance, I know things wouldn’t have come together like they did when I went Sub 3 hours and set a new PR by nearly a half an hour. Thanks Paul.

I have used Coach Paul’s training plan on several occasions now. My first race using it brought in a PR of 45 minutes. Since then, I have BQ’d 4 times with his program. I have never felt more strongly, self confident and faith in my races all because of Coach Paul’s Running Plan. It is worth (more) the money and you are able to reach out to him anytime with quick/prompt adequate responses to all of my questions. You will have absolutely no regrets should you hire Coach Paul, this is a promise to all my fellow runners. Run, don’t walk to retrieve this plan. You can thank me later.

After many attempts to qualify for Boston, on a variety of different courses and with several different coaches, it felt like a miracle to meet Coach Paul. I started working with Coach Paul in 2019 when I discovered the Revel Race Series. For the first time since I started my BQ journey, I felt as though I found a coach who listened to my long list of challenges and frustrations along with my likes and dislikes of running. Coach Paul provided the guidance and support that I needed to help me achieve my dream of that BQ! Not only did he build a plan to get me faster and better at downhill running, but he has also coached me through Boston and other challenging goals since then! I am excited to see what running potential I have remaining as I move into my next chapter of running and very happy to have Coach Paul continue to guide my journey. I highly recommend working with Coach Paul for any type of coaching needs, any distance, any course!

I had not run a marathon in 13 years and wasn’t even sure I’d be able to run one again. Coach Paul’s training program and coaching was easy to follow with explanations and easy to follow instruction videos for every workout. If I had any more questions, he was readily available with knowledgeable and experienced answers. I felt as confident as I could be running my first marathon in years and my first Revel at White Mountains! I was greatly rewarded with an amazingly beautiful and well organized event and I am immensely grateful that I participated in Coach Paul’s training program. I BQ’d with almost 24 minutes and I am looking forward to the Revel Boston Coaching! Dream come true!

I have been so grateful to reach coach Paul after I tried to BQ in 2023. He met all the expectations that I needed in a coach and more. I can't say enough good things about the Revel coaching program. I was able to not only BQ with 5 minutes cushion but PR by 10 minutes.

I was pretty nervous to run my first marathon on a downhill course at Mt Charleston. So I signed up for the coaching program with Coach Paul. The program was very manageable and adjustable for my needs. I was able to follow it consistently and do the suggested exercise to prepare for the downhill. I made it through the training and marathon successfully and was able to time qualify for my age for Chicago! The weekly emails, feedback, and race course review were extremely helpful!

If you are looking for BQ and definitely a marathon PR, I strongly recommend coach Paul for your training. I am a Boston Qualifier with 32.5 minutes PR done at Mt Charleston April 2024. Highly recommended course. I have no words to describe this accomplishment, thanks to Coach Paul.

I have run four previous marathons with varying levels of success, and I have tried several different training plans but never hired a coach. I decided to go all in on this year's Mt Charleston Marathon and signed up with Coach Paul to help me train. He provided a custom training plan based on my race goals and experience level as well as specialized strength training program to help my legs endure the high demands of the Revel downhill courses. Well let me tell you, his program works! I was able to achieve a 56 minute PR which I would have never dreamed possible. I plan to do another training cycle and try to reach my next goal which is a BQ! Thanks for all your help and guidance along the way coach Paul!

Qualifying for Boston was a dream that I had! After training on my own and not qualifying, I felt discouraged. Then I found Coach Paul. His training plan got me to the finish line healthy and strong. With Coach Paul, I ran a 16 minute PR and landed that BQ with a 19 minute cushion! Coach Paul was quick to respond to any questions I had, and his training plan was tailored to me. The video tutorials helped me feel successful tackling track workouts and the detailed course reviews prepared me mentally for race day.

I loved coach Paul’s Mt. Charleston training plan. I found myself running more and faster than I ever had on my own, as well as enjoyed switching up my workouts. I attained a PB of 16 minutes, and finished 17 minutes under my Boston qualifying time! I would highly recommend him!

I am very grateful for the excellent REVEL marathon training program provided by Paul and company at RunTrainRace. I qualified for Boston once a few years ago by just by a few minutes. After several failed attempts in following years, I decided to hire a coach and am so glad I did. With Paul’s help and thoughtful replies to my many questions I was able to, not only qualify for Boston with a cushion of nearly 25 minutes, but also set a lifetime PR just a few weeks before my 64th birthday. Thank you Paul! See you in Boston!

In 20+ years of marathoning, Revel Mt Charleston was the first time I had ever used a coach. As a mid-pack runner on my best days, a BQ has always been a pie-in-the-sky dream for me. I signed up for coaching with Paul to help me get there. The advanced training plan was necessarily challenging but I could feel myself becoming a stronger and faster runner. The variety of the interval workouts was nice and the videos were helpful. Paul was always responsive with any questions I had. A month before the race, I tripped and injured my foot and was off running for 10 days. Paul helped with strategies on how to help get back to running and how to adjust my training so close to race day. In the end, I PR’ed by 21 minutes, breaking 4:00 for the first time. Paul’s talk at the expo really helped me feel prepared for the course. I missed BQ by 5 minutes but I’m planning to continue with Coach Paul and will try again next year.

I would like to thank and recommend Coach Paul for his great downhill marathon training plan. At first the mileage looked impressive but the way the program is structured each week the plan was "easy" to do. Coach Paul was very easy to reach and responded promptly. His weekly training notes were very helpful and advice not to be unhappy with what you couldn't do but be happy with your accomplishments. Highly recommend Coach Paul and his programs. I was able to qualify for Boston even with an injury due to the solid training plan. Thanks Paul!

My training schedule from Paul was perfect for me. I beat my 2 previous marathon times by 1 hour. I would highly recommend him as a trainer and coach.