Hire David as your Personal Triathlon Consultant on a retainer basis
As one client recently told David:
"Simply put, outstanding coaches take athletes where they are unable to take themselves. David Glover is one of those coaches." - Tom Impellitteri, Ironman USA 2009
If you have ever hired an attorney or worked with a CPA then you most likely gave that attorney or accountant a retainer and they worked against it by simply keeping track of the time they spent on your account.
You can now consult with David in the same way for triathlon and other endurance sports.
You pay a retainer to David, which buys a certain number of hours which you are free to use when and how you would like by contacting him with your questions and challenges via phone or email.
If possible, David will respond with answers to your questions within 24 hours (except when he's organizing events like the Luray Triathlon or traveling to a race).
The consulting service gives you the flexibility and freedom to use David's 20+ years of triathlon and endurance sports experience at your convenience when you need his help the most.
Hear more about consulting from David:
Questions? See our list of FAQ's below.
First: download the Consulting Terms and Waiver form.
Second: choose from four options for hours to be used when and how you choose:
- Half Hour: $50
- One Hour: $80
- Five Hours: $350
- Ten Hours: $600
Please note that all time that David spends on your project counts as on-the-clock time. This includes reading and answering emails, research, writing, talking on-the-phone time, etc.
Third: make your payment choosing one our three easy payment options:
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Pay by credit card: (703) 431-3641 |
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We will then email you an optional Questionnaire for you to fill out.
Fourth: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it mail or fax (703-476-4769, attn: David Glover) your Terms and Waiver form (required) and Questionnaire (optional) to David. He will study your questionnaire to familiarize himself with your background, current status, goals and questions so that he can provide informed feedback guaranteed to help take you to the next level of performance.
Finally: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone (703-431-3641) David with your questions and you're ready to begin!
What's so special about David?
Hopefully, the testimonials on this website from a wide variety of satisfied clients will show David’s proven track record and reputation for results.
First and foremost, David both "talks the talk" and "walks the walk" of a triathlete and triathlon coach by bringing a tremendous amount of experience, education and wisdom to each client.
An actively racing triathlete with an elite (pro) license, David has competed in more than 100 triathlons since 1995 including 26 Ironman-distance triathlons with a personal best time of 8:51 (Quelle Challenge '07). David has also qualified for Ironman Hawaii multiple times and won 5x Ironman-distance events overall with many more top 10 overall finishes, most recently finishing 4th overall at Vineman in August '09.
David is certified as a coach by both USA Triathlon and USA Cycling. He has a BS in Computer Science from the U.S. Naval Academy and an MSE in Engineering Management from Catholic University. He is currently pursuing an MS in Applied Performance Physiology through Eastern Michigan University.
In addition to the numerous articles and eBooks he's written about triathlon training and racing, David published Full Time & Sub-Nine: Fitting Iron Distance Training into Everyday Life in 2006, a book about his experiences with the Navy and the Naval Academy, surviving cancer and his rise from an age grouper to an elite Iron distance triathlete while working full time. David also writes a regular column for Tri-DC Magazine called "The Athlete's Edge."
One of his most satisfying aspects of coaching is receiving feedback from satisfied clients who tell him about their races. In the words of one of his clients who completed her first Ironman, "I did it!!!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!! YOU'RE THE BEST!!!"
For more information about David's background and experiences, please visit the Coaches page.
Here are FAQ's about the how the consulting process works:
1. How can David help me?
David draws on a wealth of experience as an elite athlete, certified USA Triathlon coach, certified USA Cycling coach and author to help you solve your challenges and develop a plan and strategy to improve performance.
Beginning with having you fill out a comprehensive questionnaire, David uses the questionnaire as a starting point to help you get to your key challenges and develop a plan to move forward. His insights and and wisdom will ultimately help you develop into a better endurance athlete.
David's ultimate goal in working with his clients is to help you achieve:
- Clarity around your goals, expectations and planning for endurance sports
- Better understanding of your sport and yourself in your sport
- Ultimately, success as defined by YOU!
2. What does David specialize in?
David can help triathletes endurance athletes of all levels and abilities in many different ways. He has recently helped clients with challenges and questions such as:
- Planning a triathlon season in order to peak for my Ironman race next July including which race distances to do before then and when to do them.
- Buying a triathlon bike. What kind of bike and which components to buy? How much to spend?
- Developing a build and tapering schedule for a Half-Ironman triathlon.
- Developing a race week strategy including a detailed plan for race day.
- Creating a periodized training plan and guidelines for adjusting it to a changing schedule.
- Developing a list of drills and key workouts for swim, bike, run and strength.
3. Does David work only with triathletes?
David works with all types of endurance athletes drawing on his own experiences with more than 100 triathlons, dozens of marathons, adventure races, cross country ski marathons and other endurance events like hiking the Swiss Alps and completing the weeklong Special Operations Force Academy.
4. Do we meet in person, talk over the phone, communicate via email?
It's entirely up to you. You have the flexibility to choose whatever format works best for you. Some clients prefer to meet face-to-face but most will communicate primarily via phone or email.
5. Is there a set format to follow?
No. Many of David’s clients have specific questions such as planning a triathlon season; choosing a triathlon bike; tapering for an Ironman, developing a race day strategy; whatever. . . . they just don’t know how to go about it. They want and need David to “tell them what to do." Other clients need David to help them figure out the answers to the questions they don't even know to ask. Each session is adaptable to your unique needs and questions.
6. Do we need to schedule our time together?
If you want to work in person or want a phone appointment at a specific time then you will need tocontact David in advance via email or phone to arrange a scheduled appointment.
Otherwise, if you want to ask a quick question(s), you are welcome to just email or call him. He’ll get back to you with answers and recommendations.
7. Can I send David my training plan to evaluate or ask him to write a training plan for me?
Absolutely. Many clients value David's ability to craft training plans from scratch that puts them on the path to success. David doesn't just give you a "cookie cutter" schedule. He adds his own experiences, observations and wisdom to customize a plan to your unique abilities, experiences, constraints and goals.
8. How long does it take for David to get back to me if I ask him to review a training plan?
If your request can be handled within 24 hours, it will be. If the scope of the work you have submitted is more complex and will take him longer than 2 hours of on-the-clock time, David will email an estimate of the time it will take to complete your request for your approval before he proceeds.
9. How much lead time does David need to prepare for a phone or in-person appointment?
Please submit your questions and material at least 48 hours in advance of a scheduled appointment to ensure that David will have enough time to apply his experience and wisdom to your questions and prepare appropriate recommendations to ensure that you make the most of your time together.
10. How do I know how much time we've used and how much is left in my account?
David keeps a written record of the time spent on your account, just as an attorney or accountant does, in 15 minute increments. We will notify you when you have one hour or less remaining on your retainer. You can then choose how you'd like to use that hour or elect to pay for another retainer agreement. You are welcome to contact us at any time for an update on the hours remaining in your account.
11. Can I obtain more time with David if needed?
Absoutely. You are welcome to extend your consulting plan at any time.
12. Is there a time limit in which I have to use my hours?
Yes – you need to use your hours within one year of the start date of your retainer plan.
13. On a tight budget?
Would you like to benefit from David’s triathlon expertise but are not ready to work with him one-on-one yet?
Consider ordering David's book, "Full Time and Sub-Nine: Fitting Iron Distance Training into Everyday Life" or downloading one of his eBooks, the practical "no fluff" endurance sports training resource.
Ready to begin? Choose one of David's Consulting Packages and get started today!
You will soon discover why Donna Rostant said after her first Ironman: “It was quite simply - amazing. It was incredible. So much to talk about. I can't thank you enough. An experience of a lifetime. I am an Ironman!!! I can't believe it."
Questions? Please contact us for more information or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Please note: Consulting prices updated on September 6, 2009 and are subject to change without prior notice.
