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Purpose-built for middle distance

Elite coaching for the 800m

Get a personalized training plan from a real coach, track every workout, and watch your times drop — all in one platform.

14-day free trial · No credit card required
500+
Athletes trained
50+
Active coaches
10K+
Workouts logged
98%
Satisfaction rate

Every type of 800m runner

Whether you come from shorter or longer events, our coaches build plans tailored to your strengths and race profile.

400–800m

Speed-Endurance

You come from a 400m background and want to step up. Plans that bridge raw speed with aerobic capacity.

Pure 800m

The Two-Lapper

The 800m is your event. Race-specific training: pace work, tactical racing, and peak management.

800m–Mile

Endurance-Speed

You race the 800m through 1500m/mile. Higher mileage, tempo work, and aerobic development at the core.

How it works

From sign-up to race day — the path to your best 800m in four simple steps.

01

Create your profile

Sign up, set your PRs and goals, and tell us about your running background.

02

Connect with your coach

Your coach sends you an invite link. Sign up, and you are instantly connected.

03

Follow your plan

Get a personalized week-by-week training plan with daily workouts and coach feedback.

04

Track & improve

Log workouts, check in weekly, and watch your times drop as you progress.

Everything you need to train and coach

A complete platform for the coach-athlete relationship. No spreadsheets, no scattered messages, no guesswork.

Custom training plans

Coaches build week-by-week plans with daily workouts, distances, time trials, and coaching notes.

Direct messaging

Real-time chat between athlete and coach. Ask questions, share feedback, stay connected.

Training log

Athletes track every workout — mark done, skipped, or add notes. Coaches see it all.

Performance tracking

PR history, weekly volume trends, and workout completion rates at a glance.

Athlete groups

Organize athletes into training groups, share group channels, and manage team rosters.

Secure & reliable

End-to-end encrypted messaging, secure payments via Stripe, and automated backups.

What you get as an athlete

Train with a real coach. Track everything. Race remotely.

Your training

  • Personalized week-by-week training plan from a real coach
  • Log every workout — mark done, skipped, or add notes
  • Track PRs and race results with automatic PB detection
  • Compete remotely with time trials and team challenges
  • Direct messaging with your assigned coach

Your coach

  • Experienced middle-distance coach assigned to you
  • Builds and adjusts your plan based on your progress
  • Reviews your workout logs and race results
  • Available via direct messaging for questions
  • Part of the Octave Athletics coaching team

Trusted by coaches and athletes

Join the growing community of middle-distance athletes training smarter.

Finally a platform that understands the 800m. My athletes can see their plan, log workouts, and message me — all in one place.

C
Coach Jordan
Trains 15 athletes

I dropped 4 seconds off my PB after my first training block on Octave. Being able to track everything daily keeps me accountable.

M
Mateo R.
Athlete, 1:52 800m

The template builder saves me hours every week. I build a plan once and assign it in seconds.

C
Coach Priya
Trains 28 athletes

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before getting started.

How much does Octave cost?
Plans start at $8/month. Every plan includes a personalized training plan from a real coach, direct messaging, workout logging, and race tracking. Try any plan free for 14 days.
How does the 14-day free trial work?
Sign up for any plan and train free for 14 days. No credit card required to start. You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel anytime.
Can I use Octave for events other than the 800m?
Octave is optimized for 800m training, but the training plan builder supports any middle-distance event from the 400m to the mile.
How do I get matched with a coach?
After signing up, your coach sends you an invite link to connect. Once linked, your personalized training plan and messaging are ready to go.
Is my data secure?
Absolutely. We use industry-standard encryption, secure payments via Stripe, and never share your data with third parties.

Ready to run your best 800m?

Join athletes and coaches who are transforming middle-distance training. Start your journey today.