this has indeed been a really good discussion. I'm contemplating getting a coach as well, mainly for training plan purposes so I don't injure myself and/or for the ability to have more balanced workouts. This year for me has been the year of the Duathlon so biking/running hasn't been an issue, but I'm about to start training for a Half-Marathon and I don't want to give up biking or my crossfit-ish gym time so I'm going to have to find some balance in my workout schedule. Next year will be even tougher because I'll be adding swimming into the mix.

So you folks who have good coaches or are a coach, I'd like contact info. Feel free to PM me.