Build the strength that makes you faster, more efficient, and more resilient on technical terrain. Designed by runners, for runners. No experience necessary.
Most runners have a gap between their cardiovascular fitness and the structural strength their body needs to support it. Trail Ready closes that gap with purposeful, heavy strength training that translates directly to better running on technical terrain.
Small groups of 8 mean every session is coached, intentional, and scaled to meet you exactly where you are. Whether you're a first-time gym-goer or an experienced athlete, you belong here.
Everything in Trail Ready is chosen to make you a better, more durable mountain runner.
Stronger, more coordinated movement patterns that make every mile feel more controlled and less costly on technical terrain.
Healthier muscles, tendons, joints, and bones built to handle the specific demands of trail and mountain running.
A foundation of knowledge and confidence you'll carry into every training block for the rest of the season AND BEYOND.
"Not just back to normal — back to better."
Runners' Edge Alaska · Sports Physical Therapy & Performance
Small groups of up to 8. Every exercise is scaled to where you are. Zero judgment, just focused and purposeful work.
We emphasize quality movement over reps and sweat. Heavy resistance, good form, and a clear understanding of why each exercise makes you a better runner on the trails.
Get blood moving and muscles primed for work. Not just a formality.
Demo and explanation of each exercise, with clear connection to how it translates on trail.
Around 8 exercises combining strength and plyometrics, cycled 2 to 3 times. The focus is on moving well, not moving fast.
Participants can purchase a personalized training plan for their next race from our coaching group.
The work you put in the gym should be felt in your legs on the mountain. Here's what to expect.
Stronger, more stable footing on technical terrain
Greater control over your gait and full-body movement
Confidence in the gym. You'll know what to do and why.
Reduced risk from movement patterns that lead to overuse injury
A 'motor' that your body can actually support
Less fear, more empowerment around strength training for life
Luke Jager has trained under some of the best: national team and Olympic-level coaches, and D1 strength coaches at the University of Utah. He brings that knowledge together with deep experience in the specific physical demands of trail and mountain running.
He's been coaching athletes ages 14–70 for several years, with a particular focus on building confidence in runners who've always felt uncertain about strength work.
Trained by national team, Olympic-level, and D1 strength coaches
Multi-year coaching experience with athletes across all ages and levels
Strongly influenced by physical therapy and rehab. Quality movement comes first.
Personal experience training and racing in mountain running
Committed to a judgment-free environment where all experience levels are genuinely welcome
Want a fully personalized running program to go alongside the class? We've got you covered.
+$200
Want to get even more out of the series? Add a fully personalized 6-week running plan that runs concurrently with Trail Ready. Your running program will be built specifically to complement the strength work you're doing in class each week, so everything works together toward the same goal. Whether you're training for your first trail race or pushing toward a new PR, Coach Luke will tailor the plan to your goals, your schedule, and your current fitness level.
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Join a small group of motivated trail runners and build the strength foundation your running has been missing.
Can't make all 6 classes? No problem! Just chat with your coach and he'll make sure you don't miss a beat.