Michael Donovan Coaching
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Training hard but not
see the results you expect?
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Lost in a sea of bad advice, cookie-cutter plans,
and data overload?
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No more guessing—it's time for real progress.
We take a smarter, science-backed approach to optimizing strength, endurance, and mobility-
with efficient training, targeted nutrition, and strategic recovery.
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Using cutting-edge physiology, biometric testing, and data-driven programming, we build a plan tailored to your body. Our proven protocols unlock peak performance-
so you train less and gain more.
What Coach Michael Clients are Saying...
Kelly G
Bethesda, MD
"Before working with Michael, I felt stuck—struggling to balance fitness with my busy schedule and unsure how to make real progress. Michael changed that completely.
He built a customized plan that fit seamlessly into my life, made smart, science-backed adjustments for my age and fitness level, and provided expert nutrition guidance that actually worked. The results? I lost weight, gained strength, and dramatically improved my overall fitness.
If you’re serious about transforming your health, Michael is the coach to get you there."
Andrew B
Philadelphia, PA
"Michael is the complete package—coach, strategist, and motivator. From day one, he zeroed in on my strengths, weaknesses, and goals, crafting a perfectly tailored plan that transformed my fitness. He didn’t just focus on workouts—he helped me dial in my nutrition, mental focus, recovery, and long-term strategy. His deep expertise was evident from the start.
With Michael’s guidance, I went from barely running 40 miles in 12 years to crushing 350 miles in a single year, including the NYC Marathon. I can say with certainty that without his coaching, I never would have reached this level. He’s not just a great coach—he’s an even better person. If you want real results, Michael is the one to get you there."
Todd K
Washington, DC
"Michael's precision coaching is a game-changer. When I started working with him in Spring 2023, I was struggling with chronic back issues that had sidelined me from riding and racing for two seasons. He designed a targeted home training program that improved my strength, endurance, and mobility, with a special focus on core stability and off-the-bike fitness.
The result? In just three months, I felt stronger and fitter than I had in over a decade—and, most importantly, I was back on the bike, pain-free. Michael’s expertise doesn’t just get results—it unlocks potential. If you want to train smarter and perform at your best, he’s the coach you need."
Larissa U
Washington, DC
"Michael’s coaching took my cycling performance to the next level. When I started working with him in Spring 2024, I wanted to increase my endurance and speed to stay competitive in XC and cyclocross racing. He built a precision training plan that prioritized cycling workouts while integrating targeted strength and power training off the bike.
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The results were undeniable—after just three months, I felt dramatically stronger and fitter than I had during the previous race season. Michael’s smart, science-backed approach doesn’t just improve fitness—it builds race-ready athletes. If you’re serious about getting faster and stronger, he’s the coach to make it happen."
Todd K
Washington, DC
Ace Your Race's precision coaching approach is unmatched. I worked with Michael in Spring 2023. He developed a home training program for me that helped improve my strength, endurance and mobility. By focusing on core strength and off-the-bike fitness, I overcame chronic back issues that previously kept me from riding and racing for 2 seasons. After 3 months of training with Michael, I felt stronger and fitter than I had in over a decade. ​​
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