The Road to 26.2 (or 13.1) Program

Your Marathon Roadmap:

A Proven Training & Nutrition Plan for Novice Runners

Get step-by-step guidance to help you reach the finish line with confidence!

Does this sound like you?

You are a novice runner dreaming of running a marathon but feel uncertain about where to start and the thought of doing it alone is daunting. You are busy with work and family but still want to chase your goals. You need guidance on how to fuel your body for the long miles, build strength, and avoid burnout & injury.

Although you dream of crossing the marathon finish line with your arms up and a smile on your face, you still find yourself:

  • Struggling to get started with training because you are so busy

  • Feeling overwhelmed with all the nutrition advice on the internet

  • Starting to train but end up with nagging injuries or muscle soreness that won’t go away

  • Needing to plan your runs around having access to a bathroom

  • Feeling lost on what you “should” be eating before, during, and after training

  • Unsure how to adjust your training plan when you have a setback

  • “Hitting the wall” or feeling totally exhausted when you do long runs

Imagine having the confidence that each run is bringing you closer to your best race, with all the support, and expert coaching you need to make your dream a reality.

If you're nodding along, this program was designed for YOU. Led by a Registered Dietitian and Running Coach, The Road to 26.2 (or 13.1) program is a comprehensive approach to marathon training that goes beyond miles on the road. You’ll get personalized guidance on fueling and hydration strategies, training plans crafted to build endurance, prevent injury, and peak at the right time, and coaching support every step of the way.

Your journey to a strong, joyful, and confident marathon finish starts here. Ready to join? Secure your spot and make this marathon dream a milestone in your life!

“I finally ran my half today and set a new PR by 5 minutes! I also PR’d my 10k, 15k, 10 mile and 20k! I took my carb load/fueling seriously this time around and the race couldn’t have gone any better.”  - Alyssa

In the Road to 26.2 (or 13.1) program, you’ll learn how to:

  • Pick a training plan that’s right for you

  • Adjust training plans when setbacks occur

  • Use running lingo (ie. what the heck is a fartlek run?)

  • Prevent injuries

  • Run faster & improve endurance

  • Find the right gear (ie. shoes, water bottles, GPS watches, etc)

  • Avoid feeling exhausted after long runs

  • Stop bonking during a run

  • Fuel your body right on training days, rest days, and off-season (sample meal plans provided)

  • Stop making porta-a-potty stops

  • Prevent muscle soreness

  • Build a race day fueling and pacing plan specific to your goals

  • Use race day aid stations successfully

And so much more! Plus, you’ll learn how to do all of this without feeling like you need to stop everything else in life to focus on training.

Here’s what you can expect from working with a Registered Dietitian & Running Coach in the Road to 26.2 (or 13.1) Program:

Nutrition Coaching

  • Unlimited assess to 1:1 chat with Cortney during the program for individualized feedback.

  • Bi-Weekly coaching calls (Thursdays at 12 PM Eastern Time) for accountability, support, and education.

  • Long-term access to the module library for specific details on fueling your training right.

  • Handouts accompanying important topics

  • Customized race day fueling plan

  • Food log reviews for personalized recommendations

  • Running specific meal plan examples

  • A running-specific grocery guide

  • Nutrition coaching is valued at $249/month

Run Coaching

  • Access to 4 training plans (novice and intermediate)

  • Each plan is progressive and adaptive, including warm-ups, running workouts, and cross-training

  • Weekly training feedback and adjustments to plan as needed

  • Email and chat support during business hours

  • Pre-race planning and strategy discussion for goal races

  • Support with race day mindset

  • Post-race debrief discussion

  • This level of run coaching is valued at $150/month

…that’s a total value of $399/month, but you get it all for just $299/month!

Exclusive Bonus:
Sign up before December 8th and receive a FREE 1:1 coaching call (a $150 value) to personalize your plan and give you a head start on your training.

Take a peek inside the program:

  • This lesson is designed to help you build your running base and your knowledge base. We will discuss goal setting, training plans, running lingo, and necessary gear to start you out on the right foot.

  • This lesson is a deep dive into what sports nutrition looks like day-to-day. You’ll leave this module with a solid understanding of carbs, protein, and fat, how much to eat of each macronutrient, and what to eat on easy, medium, and hard training days. Remember, good nutrition doesn’t have to feel complicated!

  • Have you ever wondered if you should avoid carbs or if training fasted is okay? In this lesson, we will talk about both, and how to properly fuel before a run, so you feel energized and minimize muscle breakdown. You’ll learn exactly what to eat, what to avoid eating to prevent frequent bathroom breaks, hydration, caffeine, and so much more.

  • This lesson focuses on how to fuel long runs and long races. You’ll understand how much fluid, electrolytes, and carbohydrates you need and when to take them to keep you feeling strong on your run! We will also take a deep dive into all the different sports nutrition products on the market (ie. what’s the difference between gels, chews, and sports drinks)

  • Let’s make the most of your recovery! This lesson will teach you what to eat after a run, the importance of timing, and how to determine which protein powder would be the best option for you.

  • After months of hard training, race day is finally here – your moment to shine! My goal is to ensure you're fully prepared and confident. Together, we’ll cover everything you need: setting the right mindset, navigating packet pick-up, choosing the best race day outfit, warming up effectively, creating a pacing strategy, making the most of aid stations, and finalizing the details of your personalized fuel plan.

  • In this lesson, we’ll dive into the benefits of tapering, how to do it effectively, and the best ways to fuel your body during this critical period. You’ll learn the ins and outs of carb loading, including how much you need and the best foods to fuel up before race day. Plus, you’ll get a detailed 3-day carb-loading plan to follow!

  • Race day is behind you... so what’s next? Let’s dive into post-race recovery, strategies to beat the "post-marathon blues," and the right timing to get back into training. We’ll also cover how to fuel properly during the “off-season” to keep you strong and ready for future goals!

  • Additional pre-recorded lessons at your finger tips:

    1.) Mindset & Self-Care for Runners

    2.) Nutrition for Rest Days

    3.) Injury Prevention

    Handouts: Quick Meal Ideas for Runners & Vegetarian Sample Meal Plan

The Road to 26.2 Program is for you if:

  • You’ve been following a training plan you downloaded online and are trying to implement the things you see from running experts on social media, but still feel lost.

  • You want to feel confident that you know exactly what to eat before, during, and after training without obsessing over calories or macronutrients.

  • Whether you’re training for your first half marathon or your 3rd marathon, you want to run a new PR and enjoy running!

  • You are looking for more structure around your training and fueling plan, but you don’t want to give up everything else you are doing.

Here’s what past clients have to say about nutrition and run coaching:

"Ok this time I didn’t mess around with pre-run fuel and made SURE I was well fueled going into this run. HOLY COW it made a HUGE difference. I had so much great energy, my heart rate was steady the whole time. I didn’t feel like I was struggling or wanting to look at my watch to check the mileage because I was dying or hitting a wall. I had zero pain, no onset migraine symptoms. I felt GREAT. It was an awesome run, probably my best. And it’s truly because I’m finally overcoming my fear of EATING/FUELING before/during/after my runs." Christina

Cortney!!! Thank you!! I finished the Kiawah Marathon and earned a PR by two minutes. Most importantly, I maintained my intervals the whole time, felt strong, and didn’t get sick or nauseous!! Thank you so much. I couldn’t believe I did it. You have given such good advice, so thank you.” Kristin

“I had a 23-mile run yesterday, and it was probably the best long run that I've had. I got down 2 graham crackers and a banana per your suggestion and fueled with no-flavor Tailwind and was able to stomach 1.5 Poptarts. This is so far from what I normally can get through, and I was able to sustain a steady pace almost the whole time. It was a far cry from my 20 miler a few weeks ago when I hit a wall around 14 and had to walk the rest. I'm hopeful that this fueling focus will be able to help me with my upcoming fall and winter races.”

Program investment:

$299/month with a 4-month commitment (pay in full to save 10%). 6-month payment plan option is available. 

Finishing your first marathon with confidence is priceless!

Let’s make 2025 the year you become a marathoner!