You don't have to figure this out alone.
Running is hard enough. Figuring out how to train, what to eat, how to not fall apart mentally in mile 18 — that's a whole other thing. The BALG Training Team exists so you never have to do any of it by yourself.
This is real coaching. Real community. Real women running at every pace, toward every goal, showing up for each other in ways that go way beyond the miles.
Here's what you actually get:
Live weekly coaching calls Multiple calls every week — mornings and evenings — with Coach Kelly and your teammates. Ask questions, get feedback, talk through what's not working. Recordings available if you can't make it live. This is where the real coaching happens.
A custom Running Plan built for your life Not a generic plan pulled off the internet. A Running Plan designed around your goals, your schedule, and your actual life — delivered through Final Surge and synced to your GPS watch.
The Strength Studio Two ways to get stronger as a runner. The Studio: coach-led video workouts you follow along to, like a guided class. The Gym Floor: structured strength programs with exercise-by-exercise instructions, sets, reps, and rest. You choose how you work.
Mental game journals Weekly video journal modules that build the mental stamina to get through training burnout, race day fears, and the rough runs that show up in every training cycle. Because the mental game is half of running.
Access to every Training Experience Team members get complimentary access to all of our race-specific Training Experiences — marathon, half marathon, 5K, Disney races, all of it. It's everything, included.
A private community that actually shows up Your own space inside the BALG community to connect with your teammates — not just to talk running, but to cheer each other through the real stuff too.
What women on the Team are saying:
“I started with a ‘weight-loss’ goal and ended up gaining my confidence, an endless support of badass women, and the knowledge that I am in a strong and incredible body.”
“Before finding the BALG, running was lonely and challenging. Now running is still a challenge but I feel empowered to take on that challenge.”
“Coach Kelly’s plans have helped me succeed at my distance and pace goals. Having access to Coach Kelly to ask questions has turned those training plans into a real coaching experience. And she doesn’t treat anyone differently — you can be a sub 3:00 marathoner or a 6+ hour marathoner — we are ALL runners.”
“The journaling prompts gave me the mental stamina I needed not only throughout the race but throughout training. When burnout showed up, or fears, or rough runs — the journals were there to guide me.”
This is for you if:
You're tired of generic training plans written for faster runners
You want coaching that fits around your actual life
You've tried other programs and felt lost
You want a community that celebrates progress, not perfection
You're training for your first race or your fiftieth — it doesn't matter
This is not for you if:
You're looking for a weight loss program
You want to be told you're not fast enough
You need someone to be hard on you to feel like you're working
We don't do any of that here.
Two ways to join:
Monthly Team Membership — $89.99/month Everything above, month to month. Cancel anytime. The lowest-risk way to try the most supportive running community you've ever been part of.
Annual Team Membership — $599.99/year Everything above, plus discounts on merch, a $40 gift card to the BALG store, and access to our year-round coaching calendar. Best value if you're in it for the long game — which, honestly, you should be.
Not sure if the Team is right for you? Start with our free community at balgcommunity.com and get a feel for how we do things. We'll be here when you're ready.
FAQS
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You get everything: unlimited access to all our running plans (5K through marathon), 6 live coaching calls per week, 100+ strength/yoga videos, mental training resources, and a supportive community. Think of it as having a running coach, training plans, and workout buddies all in one affordable membership.
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Absolutely! We specialize in helping new runners build confidence and avoid common mistakes. Our coaches will meet you exactly where you are and help you progress safely. Many of our members started as complete beginners.
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A training plan is just a schedule. Our Training Team gives you coaches to answer questions, modify your plan when needed, teach you the "why" behind your training, and provide ongoing support. Plus you get access to ALL our plans, not just one.
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Yes! We have live group coaching calls Monday through Friday (some days have multiple time options). You can ask questions, get feedback on your training, and learn from other athletes' experiences. No other program offers this level of coach access.
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Our coaches prioritize keeping you healthy with proper pacing, strength work, and injury prevention. If injuries do occur, your coaches will help modify your training. All plans remain in your account for future use, and we cannot offer refunds for injuries.
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Your training plans are delivered through Final Surge (free app), which syncs with most GPS watches. You don't need a fancy watch - the app works great on any smartphone. All strength/yoga videos can be done at home with minimal equipment.
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Monthly memberships can be canceled anytime. Annual memberships are paid upfront for the year but offer significant savings. We don't offer refunds on annual memberships, so try monthly first if you're unsure.
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We understand! We offer a free 5K training plan and have a completely free community at balgcommunity.com. We also have volunteer-led local chapters that meet weekly that you can join for free! Find one near you: https://www.badassladygang.com/community
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If you're training for multiple races per year or want year-round support, annual saves you $480. If you're training for one specific race or want to try us out first, monthly gives you flexibility. Most members who try monthly end up upgrading to annual.
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Your running plan will live in your Final Surge account after you officially finish your plan. To re-use it, you can manually drag workouts (it’s easiest to do this on a Desktop), or, you can print a PDF version of your running plan in Final Surge for future use.
Unfortunately, team BALG will not restart running plans for athletes to reuse after their running plan finishes.
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Coach Kelly (Head Coach) is RRCA-certified and completed Dr. Stacy Sims' "Women are Not Small Men" certification. Coach Amanda (Strength & Yoga) is a certified yoga therapist, licensed massage therapist, and certified running coach. Learn more about their experience here.
RUNNING PLANS
As a member of the team, you get access to all of our running plans. From base building plans and get stronger and faster mile plans to 5K, 10K, 10-mile, 15K, Half-Marathon, or Marathon plans, we’re here to help you build strength, confidence, and have more fun on the run! Our team members unlock access to Running Plans for all types of runners, from first-timers to marathoners — and everyone in between.
Our Running Plans live on Final Surge, a training app that takes the guesswork out of training. Inside Final Surge, you’ll see your proper training paces while keeping you motivated with feedback to feed your strength and stamina. (Have a Garmin or Apple watch? Your workouts will sync with your watch so all you have to do is press start!) But you don’t need a fancy watch to enjoy Final Surge! All of our running plans come with Strength x Yoga videos from Coach Amanda to round out your training, prevent injuries, and help you have more fun on the run!
We recommend joining the team 1-2 weeks before you need your running plan to begin to have enough time to get your plan set up and customized to meet you where you are. Check out our 8, 12, and 16-week running plan guides below to help you find out when training officially begins.
Training Experiences
As a member of our training team, you get automatic entry into all of our training experiences throughout the year.
Our Training Experiences range from 5-12 weeks, tackling different distances and goals from 5 weeks to Get Stronger & Faster to 12-week Half Marathon Training Experiences.
Our training experiences have a dedicated weekly coaching call where our athletes can connect and lean on for support. It’s the perfect way to get the most of the team while training for the same goal.