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  • Free Resources

    Free Resources

    Are you looking for FREE resources to improve your running, health, and overall fitness? If so, you’ve come to the right place! As a professional who prides himself on providing top quality educational content, I’ve compiled some of my best resources for you to browse below. This includes webinars hosted by myself and the Fireside Chat series where I get the opportunity to connect with some of the top health and running experts in the industry. Please click the link on whichever most interests you and drop a comment below with some feedback or requests for future content! Webinars: A Holistic Approach to Injury Prevention 6 Foundational Movement Patterns ....

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  • 'In the Spotlight' with Jessica Schultz-Verdusco

    'In the Spotlight' with Jessica Schultz-Verdusco

    In this edition of ‘In the Spotlight,’ let’s talk with Jessica Schultz-Verdusco. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jessica since October 2020 when she joined other all-star runners for the RunStrong Challenge. She was actually one of the co-winners for the program which was earned with a high level of consistency and dedication. One thing that allows Jessica to stand out and constantly improve is the eager desire to learn and get better. Rather than simply following the program, Jessica’s success can be attributed to her attention to detail. Whether it’s recording herself performing exercises to get feedback on form, reading related research, ....

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  • Minimal Effective Dose: How to Preserve Endurance & Strength Over Time

    Minimal Effective Dose: How to Preserve Endurance & Strength Over Time

    Welcome to the 8th edition in the Ignite Your Run Education Series. In this mini-webinar, we covered 'Minimal Effective Dose: How to Preserve Endurance & Strength Over Time.' Life can get busy. That's why there are many times during the year where simply maintaining the gains you have created should to be the goal. Training is not a linear process where we are always improving in all areas at times. There's this constant ebb and flow between strength training, running, and other life stressors which requires the attention to detail needed to tweak the dials properly and see sustainable long-term results. In this 30-minute mini-webinar, we covered... Learn how to reshape ....

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  • A Holistic Approach to Injury Prevention (FREE Webinar Replay)

    A Holistic Approach to Injury Prevention (FREE Webinar Replay)

    Running is a tough sport! With up to 70% of runners getting injured each and every year, injury prevention needs to be a mainstay within your program. There are no shortages of recommendations being thrown around in the running community. This can be confusing and frustrating as you search for the thing which allows you to train without setbacks. Fortunately, I have developed a more holistic approach to injury prevention which I'd love to share with you today. It doesn't require any fancy gadgets and can be implemented immediately to see better results. Recently, I held a 60-minute webinar on ' A Holistic Approach to Injury Prevention. ' This will help you move forward in a ....

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  • Fireside Chat with Spencer Miller - "The Physiology of Pacing"

    Fireside Chat with Spencer Miller - "The Physiology of Pacing"

    Welcome to the Fireside Chat! This series was designed to provide runners and the general population easy to absorb information regarding health & wellness, running mechanics, nutrition, strength training, and injury prevention. As the series progresses, we will cover a myriad of topics and speak with different professionals in the health & running community. In this 12th edition, we had a great conversation with guest, Spencer Miller. Spencer is an exercise physiologist and running coach in Bloomington, Indiana. He's originally from Michigan, a former collegiate runner, science guy, and all around valuable resource to have in your corner. When it comes to becoming a ....

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  • 'In the Spotlight' with Beth Ann Miazga

    'In the Spotlight' with Beth Ann Miazga

    In this edition of 'In the Spotlight,' let's talk with Beth Ann "Shake & Bake" Miazga. I've had the pleasure of working with Beth Ann since October 2020 when she first enrolled in the 6-week RunStrong Challenge. Since then, we continue to turn the dials so she can build strength and resilience for the challenging demands of trail running. Running trails is no easy feat. It's unpredictable in every way and can be tough on the body. Not to mention logging the miles on top of a busy work schedule in a demanding field like massage therapy. To her credit, Beth Ann manages it well and remains focused on the long-term goal of mitigating injury and building sustainable running. ....

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  • Heat vs. Cold and It's Effectiveness on Muscle Soreness

    Heat vs. Cold and It's Effectiveness on Muscle Soreness

    Welcome to the 1st edition in the Ignite Your Run Education Series. In this mini-webinar, we covered 'Heat vs. Cold and It's Effectiveness on Muscle Soreness.' Heat and cold therapy is a complex and confusing topic. For years we used these therapies to address pain, soreness, and tight muscles. But, does it actually have merit? And if so, which is the most effective? In this 30-minute mini-webinar, we covered... The body's response to heat The body's response to cold Cold vs. heat after exercise Effects of cryotherapy on muscle damage markers and perception of delayed onset muscle soreness Mechanism and effectiveness of heat & cold therapies for musculoskeletal injury ....

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  • Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome

    Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome

    Welcome to the 2nd edition in the Ignite Your Run Education Series. In this mini-webinar, we covered 'Iliotibial (IT) Band Syndrome.' IT band syndrome is a common complaint for many runners. This pesky pain at the outside of the knee can happen from building mileage too quickly or some other biomechanical issue. Unfortunately, many of the treatments and stretches used to address this injury are not taking into consideration the function of the IT band and, therefore, leaves people struggling with pain without success. In this 30-minute mini-webinar, we covered... Anatomical Considerations Risk factors Can/should we stretch it? Rehabilitation & treatment considerations ....

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  • Hamstring Tightness: Here's Why...

    Hamstring Tightness: Here's Why...

    Welcome to the 3rd edition in the Ignite Your Run Education Series. In this mini-webinar, we covered 'Hamstring Tightness: Here's why...' The hamstring is made up of 3 muscles at the back of the thigh which people constantly state feels tight and stiff. What's important to realize is that tightness of this muscle group could happen for a myriad of reasons. Rather than aimlessly stretching and hoping for the best, let's discuss the WHY behind hamstring tightness so you can see lasting results while addressing the underlying issue. In this 30-minute mini-webinar, we covered... Anatomy of the hamstrings and surrounding areas Reasons why you might feel tight Rehabilitation & ....

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  • Plantar Fasciitis

    Plantar Fasciitis

    Welcome to the 4th edition in the Ignite Your Run Education Series. In this mini-webinar, we covered 'Plantar Fasciitis.' The plantar fascia is a dense tissue that spans along the bottom of the foot. From wear & tear, training errors, or faulty lower extremity biomechanics, this tissue is commonly injured which can often be quite debilitating. Unfortunately, a lot of the common treatment strategies for plantar fasciitis lack validity and it leaves be struggling to overcome this injury for years. In this 30-minute mini-webinar, we covered... Anatomical considerations What is plantar fasciitis and common misconceptions Logical active & passive treatment strategies ....

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Kerry Brennan

Being a member of Garrett’s RunStrong Challenge has significantly changed my life for the better — I am a stronger, better runner because of him. Immediately, I could tell that Garrett truly, truly cares about each and every one of his clients. He is patient, attentive, kind, and EXTREMELY intelligent. It is important to be able to trust your coach, and Garrett seamlessly built that foundation of trust and respect from day one. I appreciate that Garrett took the time to listen and to get to know me, tailoring a program that worked with my busy schedule and supported my goals. He was so thorough in my initial running analysis and strength evaluation — You can tell that Garrett not only knows what he is doing, but he loves doing it! Everything Garrett recommends is backed by science and research, and he has helped me over some major roadblocks throughout the past several weeks, including a tight schedule, hip and back pain, burnout, and fatigue. With Garrett’s program, I was given the accountability and challenge that I needed to take my training to the next level. If you are looking to become a stronger, healthier, and more knowledgeable runner, GARRETT IS THE COACH YOU ARE LOOKING FOR. I can’t wait to continue my journey with Garrett well beyond this six-week challenge — I trust everything he says because I can see and feel the results. Garrett is a true professional, and I appreciate him beyond words!

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David Jennings, DPT

I am a sports physical therapist that works with a lot of runners, Garrett is someone I trust my patients with. After a patient has graduated from their physical therapy plan of care I would recommend Garrett to all of them. He is able to guide people in appropriate movement patterns and progress strength, power, and explosiveness to help runners achieve their goals. For anyone looking to stay healthy or achieve new goals, Garrett can help you get there.

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Lea Ann Renner

Stop waiting...Just do it!!! Working with Garrett for the 6-week RunStrong Challenge has been a real eye opener. Through a structured strength training program, Garrett has not only gotten me back running pain free but I’ve learned the whys behind the importance of strengthening key areas of my body that I never really focused on before. Garrett is quick to answer questions in a thorough way often with videos to help explain. The TrueCoach training app he uses is easy to learn and great for communicating back and forth. He really pushes you out of your comfort zone (but in a good way)! Garrett makes weekly challenges which are a fun way to connect with the group while also providing accountability. If you’ve been on the fence about working with a coach, I encourage you to go for it!!

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