Blue Collar Endurance Training

No Trade Secrets. Just Work.

Innovative Online Coaching for Distance Runners Nationwide.

Elite Coaching. Personalized Training. Proven Results.

Solving the Puzzle

Every athlete is a puzzle consisting of varying levels of experience, strengths, weaknesses, etc. Two athletes can be similar, but no two can be the same. We adopt this mindset in our coaching, it is our mission to find what training works best for you.

What sets our coaches and athletes apart is…

Our Training Philosophy

How It Works: Getting Started With Training

1. Inquire

Every Athlete has unique strengths and weaknesses, so be sure to include any information in your inquiry that will help your coach begin to put your puzzle together.

2. Contact & Registration

We reach out based on your preferred method of contact, helping you decide on the best coaching package for your needs. Once you choose, you’ll complete and sign necessary registration forms.

3. Construction

Once all forms and payments are submitted, your coach will begin constructing your first training schedule tailored to your goals.

4. Train, Adapt, Race, Repeat

Your training schedule is sent to you, and you’re off to the races. We help you adapt and optimize, making adjustments based on your feedback to ensure long term development.

It’s not just a training plan—it’s coaching. We help you adapt and optimize. Your coach will make necessary adjustments based on your feedback to ensure long term development.

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Training Packages

Blue Collar Package

“Even in simplicity, the competition’s best is outclassed.”

Adaptive / Tailored Coaching
Dynamic Strength Training
Exclusive BCET Gear Drop Access
Summer & Winter Training Camp Discounts
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Blue Collar Academy

“Go all in, seize the opportunity, and master the challenge.”

Everything in Blue Collar Package and more!
Elite Physiotherapist Access
NCAA Recruiting Support
Fueling & Nutrition Advisors
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Who We Are

Paul Stafford

Founder / Coach

A collegiate standout who ran at Florida State and Colorado, Paul has personal bests of 13:56 for 5K and a Puerto Rican national record of 44:54 in the 15K. He has earned All-Pac-12 and All-ACC honors in cross country and track.

Dylan Schubert

Coach

A three-time All-American, Dylan placed 3rd at NCAA Nationals and holds elite personal bests of 3:58 in the mile, 13:17 for 5K, and 28:39 for 10K in cross country.

Karl Thiessen

Coach

A four-time All-SEC cross country runner, Karl has a 28:59 10K and a 64-minute half marathon to his name. He placed 11th at the USA 10K Road Championships.

Meet The Coaches

Summer Altitude Camp 2025

The best altitude training camp on the planet. Time to clock in for work!

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Built on Work, Proven in Results

“I am so grateful for Paul Stafford and Blue Collar Endurance Training for all the help and guidance over the past year. Paul has been an incredible mentor and helped me achieve my dream of running at a Division 1 level. Paul has an amazing ability to push me to be my best while also keeping it fun. His positive attitude and encouragement have made all the difference in my senior year and I have no doubt that I would not be where I am today.”

Keenan Willard

“Blue collar has been a great experience for me. Coach has helped me with everything. From nutrition and recovery, to assigning solid workouts. I’m proud to be a blue collar athlete and look forward to my future in the sport with the team.”

Landon Hardy

“Blue Collar is the best decision i have ever made. The professionalism, ability to adapt, and the mentality for constant improvement is what sets Blue Collar apart. They have helped me achieve goals that i never thought were possible. They have stuck by my side and believed in me sometimes more than myself. If i have questions or need to adapt training, they are always attentive and always providing valuable information. Blue collar has changed my training iq, and has re-sparked my fire for training. Blue collar made me love the process.”

Christian Harris

“I’ve been with Paul on his training for only a season. However, on his training, I’ve felt the best I ever have and raced even better. His knowledge of not only the sport but training aspects as well puts Blue Collar far ahead of the competition.”

Calvin Seitz