Coaching
Private 1-on-1 Track Coaching • In-Person + Virtual
Run Faster. Race Smarter. Train Like It Matters.
Private coaching with Joseph “Codgie” Codrington —
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Three-time MAC Champion in the outdoor 1600 Meter Relay Team, 1982, 1983, 1984
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3rd in the 800-meter run at the Indoor Central Collegiate Championship (1981)
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2015 EMU Hall of Fame Inductee
Why train with
Joseph “Codgie” Codrington?
Championship experience, athlete development perspective, and decades in the sport — with coaching that stays practical, measurable, and personalized.
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Single Performance Session
Who it’s for:
Athletes who want fast clarity and immediate fixes.
What problem this option solves:
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You know something is off, but don’t know what
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You’re plateaued or inconsistent
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You need direction, not another generic workout
What You Get
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Priority assessment (what’s costing the most time)
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2–3 repeatable cues
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Drills matched to the limiter
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7–14 day action plan
Get Clarity Fast
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4-Weeks Performance Build
(Most Athletes Start Here)
Who it’s for:
Athletes who want measurable improvement, not just advice.
What problem this option solves:
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You’ve tried fixes before but they didn’t stick
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You need feedback and progression
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You want accountability without a season-long lock-in
What you get:
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Weekly 1:1 sessions (virtual or in-person)
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Progressive mechanics and speed focus
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Adjustments based on response
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Clear before/after benchmarks
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Build Momentum
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Season Performance Plan
Who it’s for:
Athletes preparing for a competitive season, qualifiers, or championships.
What problem this option solves:
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You don’t want to peak too early or too late
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You need structure, progression, and execution
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You want confidence when it matters most
What you get:
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Long-term progression strategy
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Regular 1:1 sessions
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Adjustments across training phases
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Race execution and readiness support
Prepare for Your Season.
Apply for Season Coaching.
How it Works
Choose Your Format
Virtual or in-person — based on what fits your schedule and goals.
Complete Your Intake
Events, PRs, goals, training days/week, and any injury notes.
Get Coached
Assessment, corrections, and a plan you can execute immediately.
Improve with Direction
Train with purpose and adjust based on feedback and results.
If you’re working hard but not getting faster… it’s usually not effort.
It’s direction.
Limited monthly athlete slots to keep coaching personal.
Plateaus happen when training isn’t specific, mechanics aren’t efficient, and race execution is left to “feel.” Joseph's coaching gives you clear priorities, repeatable cues, and a plan you can actually follow.
Bridging the Knowledge Gap to Success.
Action, Implementation, and Measurable Results
Strategic Execution beats Traditional Training
Every time.
What’s been costing you time?
Why Your Training
Still Fails?
COACHING
Frequently Asked Questions
What results can I expect if I follow the program consistently? If you follow the program consistently, you can expect improved strength, speed, agility, and overall athleticism. You'll move better, feel more confident, and build habits that translate to better performance—on the field, court or track.
What makes NATFL’s online training different from other programs? NATFL’s system, using Joseph Codrington, is designed to mirror in-person programs, so you’re not just following a generic plan—you’re training like in-person athletes. The workouts are intentional, progressive, and built with purpose. Plus, with direct access to Joseph you’re never training alone.
What events do you coach? While originally designed for professional track and field athletes, like sprinters, we are expanding our tracking to those who seek to improve their speed. Since running faster is the building block for all sports, athletes from several sports can benefit.
Where are your in-person sessions located? In-person training is located in Washtenaw County Michigan, using tracks at Eastern Michigan University.
Do you train beginners? No. We currently are working with elite professional track and field athletes. And athletes who have completed their collegiate eligibility.
Do you offer group training? No. We are exclusively offering a 1-on-1 personal training program. We do not offer group training at this time.
Do you create programs? Yes. Every training clients receives a fully individualized training program built after a detailed assessment. A medical release is required for any injured athlete. Our release must identify: Movement limitations Strength imbalances Injury risk factors Goals and timeline Programs evolve every 3–5 weeks as clients progress nad develop new strength and capacity.
How many days a week is the training, and how long is each session? Athletes are expected to train 3 days a week (Mon, Tue, Thu) with an optional mobility + strength day on Saturday. Each session lasts 45–60 minutes. You have flexibility to shift days—as long as you complete all sessions within the set week. Athletes are expected to train 3 days a week (Mon, Tue, Thu) with an optional mobility + strength day on Saturday. Each session lasts 45–60 minutes. You have flexibility to shift days—as long as you complete all sessions within the set week.
What results can I expect if I follow the program consistently? There are several factures that will determine your results, there for they can not be guaranteed. However, if you follow the program consistently, you can expect improved strength, speed, agility, and overall athleticism. You'll move better, feel more confident, and build habits that translate to better performance—on the field, court or track. If you follow the program consistently, you can expect improved strength, speed, agility, and overall athleticism. You'll move better, feel more confident, and build habits that translate to better performance—on the field, court or track.
Is online or virtual training effective? Virtual athletic training can be highly effective for sprinters, provided the program is built on the right foundation. While track and field is traditionally a hands-on, in-person sport, digital tools and remote coaching methods have evolved to bridge that gap remarkably well. Video Analysis is Non-Negotiable: Speed is a product of precise biomechanics. Athletes must record their sprints from multiple angles (side view and front/back) so the coach can analyze ground contact time, posture, and arm drive. Detailed Autoregulatory Feedback: Since I am not there to see if an athlete is dragging or fatigued, the athlete must report data like resting heart rate, sleep quality, and Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) after every session. Phased Periodization: Sprinters need distinct training blocks (General Physical Preparation, Acceleration, Max Velocity, and Tapering). Your effective online program will clearly outline these phases so the athlete understands the purpose of each run.
Ready to stop guessing and start improving?
You don’t need more motivation — you need a plan that works when it counts