Unleash Your Inner Athlete
Built Different Running Company offers Personalized Run Coaching to Get you Faster, Stronger, and Built Different
our story
Train with purpose. Race with confidence. Live Built Different
Built from a passion for running and a belief in the power of discipline, BDRC exists to provide personalized coaching, accountability, and structure for runners of all levels. More than just a training plan, BDRC is about helping people build confidence, resilience, and a mindset that carries beyond the run
Meet the Founder
Gil Vazquez founded Built Different Running Company to help runners train with purpose, confidence, and consistency. As a former NCAA Division I and II cross-country and track athlete, Gil brings years of experience as both a competitor and a coach, having navigated the highs and lows of training, racing, injury, and rebuilding.
Before starting BDRC, Gil served 8 years in the Army, where he developed a leadership style rooted in discipline, accountability, and care. That same approach shapes how he coaches today: direct, thoughtful, and focused on long-term growth over quick fixes.
BDRC was created for everyday runners who want structured guidance, accountability, and a coach who understands the process. Whether someone is preparing for their first 5K, chasing a personal best, returning from time away, or trying to take their running to the next level, Gil’s goal is to meet runners where they are and help them build with intention.
At its core, Built Different Running Company is about more than miles. It is about helping runners develop confidence, consistency, and the belief that they are capable of becoming more than they thought possible.
What We Do
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1. Apply
Tell us about your goals, experience, schedule, and race interests.
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2. Connect
We meet for a consultation to learn more about you and make sure the program is the right fit.
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3. Build
Your training plan is customized to your current fitness, lifestyle, and goals.
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4. Train
You follow your plan with structure, accountability, and ongoing support.
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5. Improve
We adjust, refine, and keep building toward your next breakthrough.
Our Services
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Built for everyday runners or athletes trying to improve without overcomplicating training
One-time payment - $249
Personalized running plan
Weekly structure with mileage, paces, goals, drills/gym work, and notes
In-person support (Local to Dallas only)
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Longer runway for runners training toward a race, comeback, or larger goal
One-time payment - $329
Personalized running plan
Weekly structure with mileage, paces, goals, drills/gym work, and notes
In-person support (Local to Dallas only)
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Not sure where to start? We offer a 2-week free trial that gives you a chance to experience our coaching style before committing to a full training package. It’s a low-pressure way to see if BDRC is the right fit for your running journey.
Our Team
Head Coach & Finance
Founder
Gil Vazquez
Strategy & Growth
Co-Founder
Chris Trebilcock
Co-Founder
David Tomchinsky
Marketing & Brand Growth
Advisor
justin doyle
Production & Content Ops
Advisor
Cameron Dickerson
Middle Distance Running
Advisor
Chris Haynes
Long Distance Running
Chiropractic Care
Advisor
bobby ormsby
Let’s Work Together
Coaching FAQs
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Built Different Running Co. is a personalized running coaching brand built to help runners train with more structure, confidence, and purpose. Whether you are working toward your first race, returning after time away, or chasing a new performance goal, coaching is designed around where you are now and where you want to go.
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Coaching is for runners who want guidance, accountability, and a clear plan. That includes beginners, intermediate runners, experienced runners, and athletes getting back into a routine after time off.
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No. You do not need to be advanced to get started. Coaching is built around your current fitness, experience level, and goals.
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After you submit your inquiry, the next step is completing the athlete intake form. Once we review your information, we will follow up with next steps and, if it looks like a strong fit, consultation options.
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The athlete intake form helps me understand your background, goals, current training, schedule, and the type of support you are looking for. It gives us the context I need to better understand how BDRC can best support you.
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You can expect a response within 24–48 hours after your inquiry and intake form are submitted.
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In many cases, yes. A consultation helps make sure the fit is right and gives us a chance to align on goals, expectations, and next steps before moving forward.
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We work with runners across a wide range of goals, including first-time runners, 5K and 10K runners, half-marathon and marathon athletes, runners returning from a break, and people training for general fitness and consistency.
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Yes. Coaching is built around your goals, current fitness, lifestyle, and training history. The goal is to create an approach that fits you, not force you into a one-size-fits-all plan.
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Yes. Training should fit your real life as much as possible. The goal is to build a plan you can execute consistently and sustainably.
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Yes. Many runners need help rebuilding after inconsistency, life changes, or time away from structured training. That process is normal, and coaching can help make the return more intentional.
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BDRC is a strong fit if you want a more intentional approach to your running, are open to guidance, and want support that is personalized to your goals and current starting point.
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That is completely fine. Not everyone is ready at the same time. You can still submit an inquiry, learn more about the process, and decide whether now is the right moment to move forward.
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No. Submitting the inquiry and intake form does not commit you to coaching. It is simply the first step in learning more about your goals and determining fit.
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Yes. If you need to update any part of your inquiry or intake, you can reply to the confirmation email with the corrected information.
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That is normal. Goals evolve, and coaching should evolve with them. Part of the process is making sure your training continues to reflect what matters most to you.
