Our Mission

At DPR, we blend comprehensive and fully individualized science-backed training programs with close athlete-coach partnerships to improve performance, mitigate injuries, and cultivate a lifelong pursuit of joy on the roads and trails. We welcome runners of all backgrounds and capabilities and strive for improved gender representation, particularly in the trail running community.

Meet Your Coaches

Coaching is relational, as much as instructional. So unlike some coaching philosophies, we create athlete-coach partnerships that encourage discussion, transparency, understanding and a true team experience. We are always a direct message away to celebrate with you, answer questions that pop up, or brainstorm about training and racing. Our education and experience means we are here to help with any hiccup that may arise, and our network allows us to provide you with resources if something extends past our scope.

Learn more about each of our coaches below.


  • Founder, trail running and strength specialist

    Dr. Asher is a licensed physical therapist, certified run coach and strength and conditioning specialist. She works with beginner to experienced athletes who want to chase big goals with the best chance of avoiding injury along the way. Dr. Asher is a true partner to her athletes: educating, empathizing, cheering and being a reliable, dedicated part of their team as they explore their limits!

    Dr. Asher has helped over 100 athletes PR, BQ, earn their 24 hour belt buckle and finish multi-day stage events feeling strong and capable.

    Click here to schedule a discovery call with Coach Asher


  • RRCA & RunDNA certified coach, road racing specialist

    Coach Leslie

    With a background in education, Leslie’s coaching philosophy centers on fostering a growth mindset. She views running as a learning opportunity for everyone who approaches it, whether it's their first mile or 5000th. In this learning adventure, the goal is to get to the finish line through joyfulness, purpose, and fun. ​

    Leslie specializes in coaching the 5k to marathon distance. Personally, she primarily races the 5k and 10k distance and is on a journey to break 20 minutes in the 5k! Leslie loves delicious food, a relaxing Sunday and has just transitioned from NYC to Florida!

    Click here to schedule a discovery call with Coach Leslie.

Our Tribe, Our Vibe.

The DPR team is filled with lifelong runners of all capabilities, from all over the world. We are run-walkers, Boston qualifiers, just beginning-ers, belt buckle earners, and athletes breaking down the barriers of our sport. We strive to enjoy the journey as much as the outcome and celebrate each other with unbridled enthusiasm along the way.

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  • The Full Package: Virtual 1:1 Run + 1:1 Strength Coaching

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  • Personalized Virtual 1:1 Run Coaching

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  • Personalized Virtual 1:1 Strength Coaching

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The Full Package: Virtual 1:1 Run + 1:1 Strength Coaching

Our most comprehensive, individualized virtual run and strength training for runners of all levels and terrains. This program is supported by injury prevention routines and high-contact coaching.

FAQ

  • It depends on the person. We err on the side of effort, as learning your body and its signals is not only beneficial in training but racing. That said, for certain athletes - as well as specific phases of training - heart rate and/or pace-based training is programmed. Our runners almost always see pace suggestions pop up on their logs as we enter the specificity phase of goal race training.

  • Absolutely! If you have been recently injured or still have pain, clearance to start a return to run program from a medical professional (i.e. physical therapist, orthopedic doctor, sports chiropractor, etc.) is required.

  • We primarily use the Google platform, so run training is provided in a Google Sheet and we utilize Google Chat and Meet for messaging and video calls. However, our 1:1 strength-only athletes are invited to our new app-based service that is mobile and desktop friendly. The app has an integrated chat that we use for frequent check ins and communication.

  • You read that right! If you select the full package, everything is customized to your specific needs AND strength routines are updated weekly. The personalized run coaching package also incorporates strength, but this is a single routine, designed by Coach Asher that renews monthly. Your coach will program the workout into your weekly training, but it only changes at the beginning of each month.

  • Not at all, but it is highly encouraged. The research states that strength training can boost running performance and running economy by significant percentages (this is from a 2017 systematic review in Sports Medicine journal).

  • You don’t! It's nice to have the option to add weight, as the literature suggests heavier lifting supports performance enhancements and mitigates injury. That said, we can glean benefits with heavy bands or even bodyweight moves, particularly if you are new to lifting. If you are in a place to invest in equipment, as little as a moderate weight kettlebell and two heavy weight dumbbells (or an adjustable set) will do the trick!

  • Yes! If you feel comfortable, please reach out so that we can have a conversation. Finances should never be a hurdle to coaching and we can (and often) get creative!