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  • Injury Prevention for Runners (FREE Webinar Replay)

    Injury Prevention for Runners (FREE Webinar Replay)

    Injury prevention is a hot topic in the running world, and for good reason. Runners are searching for the best strategies to stay injury-free and thriving within the sport. But, is preventing injury actually attainable? In this webinar, I presented on the topic of injury prevention by thoroughly reviewing the research. What I found was a lot of conflicting information compared to what is commonly seen around the running community. It’s my hope that you will use this to be more objective and fine tune your program to create the best results possible. What you’ll learn is… The most common running-related injuries Which risk factors are associated with ....

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  • The In-Season Strength Training Formula for Runners (FREE Webinar Replay)

    The In-Season Strength Training Formula for Runners (FREE Webinar Replay)

    Strength training is an important strategy for any runner. What's necessary to consider is where you are in relation to your goal race in order to incorporate the best strength program that improves your running without increasing the risk of overtraining. More is never better and this is especially true during the "in-season." What is the in-season when most runners are typically training year round? This webinar will help you better understand that so you can follow a periodized strength training and running program to truly enhance your long-term results. Recently, I held a FREE 60-minute webinar on the topic of 'In-Season Strength Training Formula for Runners.' Please watch ....

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  • Movement Strategies to Improve Your Range of Motion & Joint Health (FREE Webinar Replay)

    Movement Strategies to Improve Your Range of Motion & Joint Health (FREE Webinar Replay)

    When it comes to range of motion, most people are still resorting to outdated methods like traditional static stretching. As much as addressing individual muscles and muscle groups can be important, your range of motion training must also take into consideration the joint, brain & nervous system, and various other areas. This means a more well-rounded and detailed approach to see lasting results. Recently, I held a FREE 60-minute webinar on the topic of 'Movement Strategies to Improve Range of Motion & Joint Health.' Please watch this webinar replay and understand how you can improve your range of motion in a more sustainable way once and for all. I'm confident this will shed ....

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  • Fireside Chat with Jill Merkel, RD - "RED-S and Nutritional Considerations for Endurance Athletes"

    Fireside Chat with Jill Merkel, RD - "RED-S and Nutritional Considerations for Endurance Athletes"

    Welcome to the Fireside Chat! This series was designed to provide runners and the general population easy to absorb information regarding 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 9th edition, we had a great conversation with guest, Jill Merkel, RD. Jill is a sports and women's wellness dietitian in Nashville, TN. Have you had a history of health issues and wonder if they could be from under fueling? Do injuries consistently set you back from performing at your best? Jill educates us on Relative Energy ....

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  • Fireside Chat with Eva Solomon - "Endurance Racing State of the Union"

    Fireside Chat with Eva Solomon - "Endurance Racing State of the Union"

    Welcome to the Fireside Chat! This series was designed to provide runners and the general population easy to absorb information regarding 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 8th edition, we had a great conversation with guest, Eva Solomon. Eva is the Founder and CEO of Epic Races in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Epic Races is a multi-sport race management company that hosts fantastic events for endurance athletes. Are you curious what changes to expect to your upcoming races as a result of COVID? Are you ....

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  • 'In the Spotlight' with Tammy Moorey

    'In the Spotlight' with Tammy Moorey

    In this edition of ‘In the Spotlight’ let’s talk with Tammy Moorey. I have had the pleasure of working with Tammy since July 2020. This was during the height of the pandemic when we started virtually but have since been able to meet on a monthly basis as she continues to kick up her training. To say I’m impressed with Tammy’s dedication and consistency is an understatement. She will do whatever it takes to run pain-free and live a healthy lifestyle which has made my job very easy. Because let’s be honest, with knee osteoarthritis you constantly have to be on top of the smaller details in order to function with limited pain at a high ....

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  • Bunions and Big Toe Pain: Here's What to Do...

    Bunions and Big Toe Pain: Here's What to Do...

    As we cover the topic of bunions and foot health, I can honestly say I am guilty of not prioritizing this area enough early in my career. We commonly emphasize the glutes, quads, and core that it’s easy to overlook this pivotal area. The foot consists of numerous bones, ligaments, muscles, and tendons which ultimately create our foundation and connection with the ground. Whether it’s due to genetics, gender, occupation, anatomy, or footwear, there can be structural changes over time which negatively affect the alignment and function of the foot. One in particular is the development of bunions or hallux valgus. Bunions can be classified as normal (less than 15-degrees) ....

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  • Core Training That Matters - How to Train the Foot, Core, and Breathing to Impact Running Performance (FREE Webinar Replay)

    Core Training That Matters - How to Train the Foot, Core, and Breathing to Impact Running Performance (FREE Webinar Replay)

    When it comes to strength and movement training, too often do we target areas in isolation assuming that stronger individual pieces will translate to better overall performance. This is especially I see when working with runners. What most runners need to realize is that the body functions as an interconnected unit to stabilize, transmit energy, absorb force, and create efficient movement. You still need to target the individual pieces while also putting them together in a bigger movement pattern. This is especially true when it comes to the foot, core, and breathing. Recently, I held a FREE 60-minute webinar on the topic of 'Core Training That Matters - How to Train the Foot, ....

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  • Fireside Chat with David Jennings, DPT - "Improving Mobility for Runners"

    Fireside Chat with David Jennings, DPT - "Improving Mobility for Runners"

    Welcome to the Fireside Chat! This series was designed to provide runners and the general population easy to absorb information regarding 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 7th edition, we had a great conversation with guest, David Jennings. David is a physical therapist in Nashville, Tennessee with a wealth of knowledge in the orthopedic space, but specifically regarding running-related injuries. Have you been suffering from lingering tightness and immobility? Do you want to improve mobility but ....

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  • Core Training for Runners (FREE Webinar Replay)

    Core Training for Runners (FREE Webinar Replay)

    The core is an important but often poorly targeted area. It's not that runners are neglecting the core altogether because most know it's value... it's just that so many are going about it the wrong way which creates limited results. Over the years, I have seen so much emphasis on strengthening the muscles of the core with traditional exercises. This is needed to a degree, but running requires stabilization more than anything else. Therefore, a specific approach must be executed to actually build the core in a way which translates to better running performance and injury reduction. Recently, I held a FREE 60-minute webinar on the topic of core training for runners. It's my hope ....

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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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