APEX ATHLETICS
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High-performance track & field coaching based in Starkville, Mississippi—serving athletes locally and remote worldwide. Serious standards. Clear planning. Honest accountability.

In-person • Hybrid • Remote Sprints & Middle-Distance Worldwide Coaching No guarantees—only process
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How APEX Creates Value: elite coaching and programming, speaking and clinics for teams/organizations, and upcoming APEX merchandise—built around the lifestyle of greatness.

About APEX Athletics

A lifestyle of greatness—built for high-level competition.

APEX Athletics is an elite training club dedicated to professional standards, a welcoming culture, and competing for championships on the global stage—without shortcuts.

What “APEX” Represents
  • Peak performance: training, recovery, and mindset aligned with world-class standards.
  • Lifestyle of greatness: what you do away from the track shows up on race day.
  • Standards: honest feedback, clear expectations, and accountability.
  • Elite competition: championships and medals, not just qualifying.
How We Train

APEX is led by Chris Woods with training centered around the Mississippi State University area. Athletes can train in-person or hybrid when available, and remote athletes worldwide plug into the same system through structured programming and consistent communication.

Remote training is athlete-managed and requires safe environments and honest communication.

Coaching

World-class coaching & programming—Starkville and worldwide.

APEX coaching is built for athletes who want structure, clarity, and accountability—without gimmicks. Training plans prioritize mechanics, progression, and long-term development.

In-Person & Hybrid Coaching

For athletes training in Starkville or coordinating periodic sessions.

  • Technical coaching for sprint and middle-distance mechanics
  • Phase-based training blocks built around competition goals
  • Meet-week planning, warm-up structure, and race execution support
  • Clear feedback loops to adjust training intelligently

Remote Coaching Worldwide

For athletes who need elite programming with consistent accountability.

  • Monthly training program geared to your individual goals
  • Regular check-ins and plan adjustments based on feedback
  • Communication expectations set upfront
  • APEX is not a medical provider and does not diagnose/treat injuries

High accountability: consistent training and honest communication are required to benefit from the system.

Training Packages

Choose the level of accountability you want.

All packages include monthly programming geared towards your individual goals.

Starter package
$150 usd/month
  • You will receive a training program each month geared towards your individual goals
  • 1 monthly phone call with APEX Athletics coach
  • Weekly email check-ins and updates
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Peak package
$225 usd/month
  • You will receive a training program each month geared towards your individual goals
  • 1 weekly phone call with APEX Athletics coach
  • Weekly email check-ins and updates
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APEX Package
$400 usd/month
  • You will receive a training program each month geared towards your individual goals
  • 2 or more in-person training sessions with APEX Athletics coach or athlete each month
  • 1 weekly phone call with APEX Athletics coach
  • Semi-Daily email check-ins and updates
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Training Philosophy

Mechanics. Planning. Recovery. Composure. Longevity.

APEX builds performance through year-round technical excellence, phase-based structure, and a calm, disciplined approach to championship performance.

Principles
  • Mechanics year-round: posture, rhythm, and efficiency that hold under pressure.
  • Phase-based planning: each block has an objective—no random “hard days.”
  • Recovery matters: sleep, fueling, and smart progression protect the athlete.
  • Composure: execute when it matters—rounds, finals, and fast races.
  • Long-term development: build athletes, not just workouts.
Standards

APEX is direct and disciplined. Communication is clear, expectations are explicit, and training is adjusted based on honest feedback—not hype.

No guarantees. No shortcuts. The standard is the standard.

Team

Coaches • Staff • Athletes

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Speaking & Clinics

Bring the APEX standard to your team or organization.

High-performance talks and clinics for teams, coaches, and organizations—rooted in standards, discipline, and clarity.

Sample Topics

  • Building a high-performance culture without burning athletes out
  • Championship preparation: process, standards, composure
  • From practice to podium: training systems that scale
  • Communication and accountability in elite environments

Use the inquiry form to request a clinic, keynote, or team session.

Speaking Engagement Inquiry

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Merch

APEX merch — coming soon.

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Wear the Standard

Premium, clean gear built around training, travel, and meet day.

Merch Interest

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Marco Arop — Olympic Silver Medalist, 800m

Marco Arop

OLY Silver • 800m • 1:41.20
Isaiah Jewett — Olympian, 800m

Isaiah Jewett

OLY • 800/400 • 1:43.85
Abdullahi Hassan — 800/1500 Runner

Abdullahi Hassan

800/1500 • 1:44.25
Athlete Highlights
APEX Athletes on the World Stage
Partners

Partner with APEX—discipline, excellence, global ambition.

APEX partners with brands aligned with high performance and elite standards.

Why Partner

  • Authentic performance story and athlete development
  • Training and competition content collaboration
  • Clinics, events, and appearances
  • Professional standards and long-term alignment

Opportunities

  • Apparel / footwear partnerships
  • Sports tech and wearables
  • Clinic / camp sponsorship
  • Travel and competition support
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Member Payments

Pay for your training package — simple and direct.

Select your training package below to submit payment. All payments are directed to APEX Athletics.

Starter Package

$150 usd/month

Monthly programming, 1 phone call/month, weekly email check-ins.

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Peak Package

$225 usd/month

Monthly programming, 1 phone call/week, weekly email check-ins.

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APEX Package

$400 usd/month

In-person sessions, weekly phone calls, semi-daily check-ins.

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Custom / Other

Contact

Questions, adjustments, or special arrangements.

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Payment Form

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Billing policy: Late payments may result in a pause of services after 5 days. Cancellation requires 7 days notice. See the Athlete Agreement for full details.

Contact

Coaching inquiries, speaking, partnerships—reach out.

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Contact Info

Email: APEXtc01@gmail.com
Instagram: @apextc01
YouTube: @ApexAthletics-01
Base: Starkville, Mississippi

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General Inquiry Form

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Athlete Agreement

Agreement summary

This summary helps set expectations. For full details, use the PDF on file.

Summary
  • Assumption of risk: Track & field training and competition are inherently risky.
  • Medical clearance: APEX is not a medical provider and does not diagnose/treat injuries.
  • No guarantees: No promises of times, medals, scholarships, or team selection.
  • Billing policies: Late payments (services may pause after 5 days), cancellation requires 7 days notice, no-show requires 24 hours notice.
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