Vision
The SMART Method
Scientific modelling approach on racing and training
It is our passion, our happy place. While it has been developed as a training and racing method, SMART is more than that. It is our vision about how we can improve our sport and reach our adventure goals by working smarter.
Don't forget - Trail Running is adventure. Let's keep it that way by focusing on what we can control and leave the rest to unfold on the trails. We don't say we know it all, but we sure do want to find out everything there is to know about the sport and the science behind training and racing efficiently.
Mission
We are passionate about understanding human performance so that we are able to convert our knowledge into helping more athletes rise up to their full potential in order to make the most of their trailrunning adventures.
Core Values
#PASSION #COMMITMENT #DEDICATION #DUTY #COMMUNITY #RESPONSABILITY
We are very passionate about our sport and commited in our work. We believe we have the duty to give back to the community by dedicating our focus to promoting trailrunning and the adventures it brings. This is a big responsability but also a big emotional reward.
#KNOWLEDGE #LEARNING #EVOLUTION #TEAMWORK #OPEN-MINDED #CREATIVITY
We are constantly looking to evolve by improving our knowledge. By being open-minded, working together and learning everyday something new, we have the chance to engage in creativity, therefore being able to understand more about human performance.
#INDIVIDUALITY #RESPECT #CHALLENGE #ADAPTABILITY #TECHNOLOGY #SCIENCE
We believe in challenging the status-quo and in being adaptable to changes that take place around us. This is why we value science and technology but also acknowledge and respect what others contributed and/or are contributing to the sport in a more classical manner. No matter the amount, bringing more knowledge to the table can only enhance the level of individualization, a key aspect of our approach to training and racing.
The story.
"It all started back in 2017 when I first found out trail running is a sport. After training without a coach for some time, I approached Trail Running Academy, led by the best Romanian ultra-runner Robert Hajnal, in search for some help with my training. Right away I got what I needed from two of the most experienced romanian athletes in this sport, Robert and Andrei Ivănescu (with Andrei being my head coach and also a close friend). After some years of passionately following trailrunning and constantly improving my knowledge in order to understand more of our sport, I considered I had a few ideas of my own about how I could influence our sport in a somehow positive way, bringing in some newer perspectives on how training and racing should be approached. This is when I started to research more and more on the subject of human performance, training and optimal development in sports. Soon, with the help of Robert, Andrei and my thirst for knowledge I managed to get deeper into physiology and the relevant science, with the sole purpose of developing my own method of training and racing. I wanted to see, think, imagine and apply how things should be rather than how they are now in the sport of trailrunning, contemplating more deeply about developing a more holistic approach to this beautiful sport of ours. This is when the Trail Running SMART Project was brought to life, and also when I first started to coach my first athletes. As it all started as a passion for the sport of trailrunning and with the motivation of giving something back to the community and the environment we play in, I am continuosly led by the desire of achieving more knowledge in order to help others discover our sport and also reach their goals while having an adventure that will last for a lifetime. Trailrunning is ADVENTURE! So.. log in memories, not miles. :) See you out there, on the trails."
- Vlad Jegan - founder of Trail Running SMART
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I'm passionate about trail running but also a data geek and a meticulous researcher on all the topics that generate interest for me.
I am improvement driven and somehow faithful to understanding human performance - in sport in general but in trailrunning in particular.
I also enjoy being out in the outdoors as much as I can, doing hiking, fishing, MTB, climbing and other things that keep me connected to nature.
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Because we care about our athletes.
Because your time is precious and you deserve to spend it wisely.
Because you need someone who doesn't just copy/paste’s programmes but who adjusts everything day in day out.
Because we don’t train everyone. We have limited spots so that we can focus entirely on our chosen athletes.
Because coaching is personal. For us, communication is key, that’s why we are always in contact with our athletes 24/7.
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You get reimbursed. No questions asked.