Adventure House Coaching!
Explore the Athlete Inside You! 
Personalized Running Adventure Coaching
About Adventure House
At Adventure House, we believe exploration isn’t limited to mountains and trails! It’s about discovering new sides of yourself and reimagining what’s possible. Working in the lens of running and movement, we encourage you to explore the athletic version of yourself and all that the journey encompasses. With your mind and feet as your tools, we help you open doors, foster confidence and spark an adventurous spirit that lives within everyone. We are more then dreamers… We are doers. We hope you have the courage to build a stronger and closer relationship with yourself and your surroundings. So we will live you with this; What does a healthy relationship with your body look like?
Why We Exist
Adventure House was founded on the belief that athletic training should be collaborative, holistic, and human-centered. We know that chasing big goals doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens alongside careers, families, and the many priorities of life. Our mission is to create a coaching partnership that not only drives athletic achievement, but also enhances your overall well-being.
How We Do It
We approach training through a holistic lens:
Personalized Onboarding – We begin with a deep dive to truly understand each athlete’s goals, background, and lifestyle.
Phased Training Process – Our programs move through intentional phases, with built-in reflection periods that allow us to realign the athlete-coach relationship as you grow.
Support & Challenge – We promise to ensure every athlete feels supported, comfortably challenged, and confident throughout their journey.
Goal-Oriented Programming – Our training is structured yet flexible! Designed to be manageable and actionable, we help navigate the winding and at times confusing path toward your personal goals.
Our Promise
At Adventure House, you’re not just following a plan, you’re engaging in a journey of exploration. With our guidance and support, you’ll gain the tools to balance life’s demands, reach your athletic potential, and deepen your relationship with your body.
Who We Serve
At Adventure House, we work with athletes of all levels
Beginners ready to take their first step into structured training.
Developing athletes seeking guidance and sustainable growth.
Elite competitors who require precise training stimulus to perform at the highest levels.
No matter where you’re starting from, our goal is to meet you where you are and help you build toward where you want to go.
What Working With Adventure House Looks Like
From your very first call, you’ll notice the difference. We take the time to get to know you, your lifestyle, and your goals. Together, we’ll design a customized training plan that is:
Suitable for your current fitness level
Sustainable within your lifestyle
Obtainable so you can progress with confidence
Our process is built on conversation and collaboration, ensuring that your training journey is uniquely yours.
How We’re Different
At Adventure House, we don’t believe in cookie-cutter programs or “magic formulas.” Instead, we:
Recognize that every athlete’s situation is unique
Create plans that you help design, so you remain engaged and invested
Focus on giving you the experience, confidence, and agency to steer your own ship
Provide guidance, accountability, and expertise without taking away your ownership of the journey
What to Expect as an Athlete
When you join Adventure House, you can count on:
Customized training plan
Expert coaching
Holistic, athlete-centered approach
Reliable support and communication
Education and training knowledge
Race & route analysis
Personal development beyond athletics
Adventure House isn’t just about training, it’s about discovery. Together, we’ll help you explore your potential and reimagine what’s possible.
Training Plans, Services & Pricing
Begin your athlete journey today! Together we collaborate on creating an obtainable and sustainable plan to reach your athletic goals! Are you ready to enhance your daily routine with running?
Custom 8 week Training Plan - The Map
Complete the Athlete Interest Form which is funnels into a design call to co-collaborate on a sustainable, relevant and motivating 8 week training plan for you and your goals, designed at the center.
One time Payment of $50
Step 1
Schedule a free Consultation Call! The first priority is to determine if there is alignment for an athlete - coach relationship!
Questions to be explored. What are your goals and priorities? How can I help you in this journey? What are you juggling along side your training? What plan makes the most sense? Where are you coming from?
Personal Ongoing Training Plan - The Campfire
Complete the Athlete Interest Form which is funnels into a design call to co-collaborate on a sustainable, relevant, motivating and on going training plan for you and your goals designed at the center.
Continuous Support and redesign to develop and create the best plan as you grow and evolve in your personal and athletic development.
Critical analyze and feedback to ensure quality training and motivation.
Monthly Subscription Payment of $100
All inclusive Training Plan and Coach Access - The Sherpa
Complete the Athlete Interest Form which is funnels into a design call to co-collaborate on a sustainable, relevant and motivating training plan with you and your goals designed at the center.
Continuous Support and redesign to develop and create the best plan as you grow and evolve in your personal and athletic development.
Critical analyze and feedback to ensure quality training and motivation.
High Level Monthly Review Call to deep dive into what is best for you.
Ultimate Communication via training plan, text and phone calls.
Monthly Subscription Payment of $150
How do I start training?
To get in contact with a coach, please reach out via email or fill out the Athlete Interest Form.
Meet Your Coach
Preston Cates
Accolades
12 years competing at a high level in running
2023 US Mountain Running Team (Long Trail) – Innsbruck, Austria
SEC Team Champion & NCAA National Qualifier in Cross Country – University of Arkansas
Division II All-American in Cross Country – Western Colorado University
Multiple Successful Ultra Marathon Performances, including podium finishes and high-profile events
My personal athletic progression
Collegiate Times
Mile - 4:09
5k - 14:09
10k - 29: 56
Ultra Marathon Times
50k - 3:26
50 Mile - 5:33
100k - 8:12
88 miles around a track
High School Times
Mile - 4:39
2 Miles - 9:58
5k - 16:02
Times and accolades are shiny, and attractive, but don’t tell the entire story. Where expertise lies is in the experience and trials of the journey. I’ve experienced highs and lows throughout my training and life. My job is to share and educate my athletes in my shared experience to best support them on their journey to their strongest versions of themselves.
My running story began when I was a kid growing up in Boulder, Colorado. Each year, I was captivated by the excitement of the town’s local 10k, the Bolder Boulder. Amidst belly dancers, slip-and-slides, dixie cups of bacon, and live bands lining the course, I fell in love with the sport—the mix of community, culture, and the personal challenge of improving myself.
From there, I dove headfirst into the world of running. I represented my high school at the state championships, walked on to a Division II powerhouse at Western Colorado University, and later transferred to the University of Arkansas to compete in the 5k and 10k. Eventually, my curiosity led me to the ultrarunning scene, where I earned the honor of a professional contract with Nike.
Today, I reside in Flagstaff, Arizona, surrounded by an inspiring community of runners and breathtaking trails, mountains, and canyons. My training and adventures here continue to remind me of the joy and lessons that running brings—resilience, patience, and the thrill of exploration.
Now, I’m excited to share that journey with you. My goal as a coach is to bring together my competitive experience, training knowledge, and love for adventure to help you grow as both an athlete and a person. Whether it’s structured training, recovery strategies, or simply rediscovering the joy of running, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
Let’s work together.
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