Running and Fitness Training

RunnerDude's Fitness: Running and Fitness for Everyone!

Looking to improve your level of fitness and improve your quality of life in a safe, small studio setting with a well-certified, knowledgeable, and supportive personal trainer?
RunnerDude's Fitness offers that and a whole lot more!

RunnerDude's Fitness is dedicated to helping you meet your fitness goals through one-hour, 45-minute, and half-hour one-on-one and partner personal training sessions for:

*Beginning Fitness Training
*General Fitness Training
*Senior Fitness
*Fitness Assessments
*Running Form Analysis

RunnerDude's Fitness also provides individual and group training for runners including:

*Fitness Training for Runners
*Beginning Running
*Intermediate Running
*Race Training for 5Ks to Marathons
*At-Home Training
*Customized Running Training Plans
*Corporate Group Training

Reviews

• August 14, 2011

  

  Running, sure I can do that. Strength and fitness, check! I am good to go... NOT! Thad showed me how an all encompassing blend of run training and/or personal fitness is the key to success. I would have never, ever, not in a million years been able to research and execute the variety of programs or techniques he has exposed me to in mere weeks! I am well into my second round of training with him.
  
  Thad will point (and guide) you in the right direction based upon YOUR goals and regardless of how many clients he has, will help you achieve them without compromising that "personalized" trainer feel!

  – Kevin

• August 14, 2011

  

  
  I began running and doing personal training with Thad in September of 2010. I was referred to Thad by a very accomplished collegiate runner and local high school cross country coach. She knew a lot of personal trainers in town and she thought that Thad would be a good fit for me. She was right! I must say that that I was a little apprehensive about working out with a running coach and personal trainer. After all, I was new to running and frankly, out of shape. I soon found out that Thad works with people of all abilities and was excited to help me reach my fitness goals.
  
  I am currently on my 3rd 1/2 marathon training plan with Thad. His training plans are designed to prevent injury and make you a stronger and better runner. I have been very satisfied with my progress over the last year. I am also impressed with Thad's knowledge of nutrition and physiology. He has written various articles about good nutrition and great recipes which can be found on his website. Thad's website also has several articles about injury prevention. Thad's personal training workouts are designed to use all muscle groups which help with strength, balance and stability. I personally like the fact that he also does periodic training assessments that help you measure how you are progressing with your fitness goals.
  
  If you are looking for a very nice, educated, experienced personal trainer/running coach who is reliable and will design a program based on YOUR individual needs, then Thad is your guy.

  – Reid

• August 10, 2011

  

  As I was approaching 50 last year I decided to get fit and my husband persuaded me to join Thad's beginners running group. I was not convinced that running was for me but it was one of the best decisions I ever made. Thad was always very helpful and encouraging; we had a lot of fun in our group! Over a year later, I am glad to say that I am still running three times a week, and I owe it all to Thad! I did so well that our daughter joined this summer and has now progressed to the intermediate level. Thanks Thad for helping my family on the road to fitness.

  – Suzanne

• August 9, 2011

  

  In the beginning Thad works with a person to determine where they are in their fitness. He will then continue to challenge that person thru out the sessons to improve their level of fitness. He is very knowledgeable in his field and willing to share that knowledge. He is also punctual and always willing to help.

  – Jim

• August 9, 2011

  

  I've been working with Thad, The RunnerDude, for over a year now in two 30 minute strengthening sessions a week. What great workouts he designs and what great encouragement he provides. Thad provides full attention during our sessions and ensures I'm using the correct form. He has the ability to pinpoint muscles that I didn't even know existed and with just the right amount of effort. He varies the program and there's always a new strengthening exercise to work on. Despite the effort, I can't remember a session when I didn't laugh at some point - Thad makes it a fun experience. He also developed a couple of excellent stengthening plans that I can use at hotels, when I'm on the road, without having to use the rusted and broken down equipment invariable found there.

  – Les

• August 8, 2011

  

  I joined RunnerDude as a beginning runner in April 2011. I have been telling everyone I know what a great beginner runner program Thad has at RunnerDude Fitness. In only 3 months I went from zero endurance and walking only to running 30minutes straight!-and loving it! Thad is patient, supportive, encouraging, and gives you reasonable goals to accomplish. He runs along with us and gets to know all his clients. He has helped me build my confidence and self-esteem as a runner (I can actually call myself a runner now!)
  I am now in the Intermediate Running Group and learning how to become an even stronger runner. I am looking to RUN (not walk) my first 5K in only a few weeks.

  – Kim

• August 7, 2011

  

  The half-marathon training plan provided by Thad helped me accomplish a new PR. Now I'm returning for the full-marathon program and working towards another PR. Thad is an excellent personal trainer and person. My customized training package is clear, informative and easy to follow. Being a relatively new runner it's especially important to have Thad's expertise at my side. Further, I’m particularly impressed with the generous amount of freebies and discounts offered with this program too! He's always ready with support and encouragement and I highly recommend him to everyone!

  – Wayne

• August 7, 2011

  

  I am a new client of Thad's and I'm training for my first marathon, Savannah Rock N Roll. I've known Thad for 7 months, and I'm currently in week 5 of my training. I've been running for over 12 years now: middle & high school track and cross country & cross country in college. Recently I've started to develop a new love for running on my own and have run several half marathons. Training with Thad, I've learned a lot about running that I've never known. He works great with individualizing training and goals. He's very knowledgeable about running, cross training, and injury prevention. I can't imagine training and running a full marathon without his support and the team spirit of our training group! The price is unbeatable, and the experience of training and racing will last a lifetime!

  – Kristen

• August 7, 2011

  

  Thad is an outstanding trainer. He knows when to push and when to encourage. He listens in order to understand each person's individual training goals and what they hope to accomplish. He sets ambitious yet obtainable goals. And most important, he is always ready with smiles, support, and motivation. I look forward to Thad's weekly e-mails that include tips and advice and his runnerdude blog is choke full of information. A great runner, great trainer, and great guy, I highly recommend Thad for anyone looking for a running coach or trainer.

  – Dena

• August 7, 2011

  

  Thad's marathon training program is the best. He'll give you a customized training plan that is based on a comprehensive fitness assessment. He'll give you guidance on nutrition, hydration, & cross-training, & will take the time to answer any question you can come up with. You'll love the group runs -- a great bunch of people who support & motivate each other, & also have a great time together. And you'll really see an improvement in your running. Do yourself a favor and sign up to train with RunnerDude.

  – Gary

• August 7, 2011

  

  Before training with Thad, I was prone to injuries from running around the block and had no stamina. I would easily give up after a couple of months and would come up with excuses not to continue. I couldn't have asked for a nicer and more knowledgeable person to teach me the correct way to run. On top of building my endurance, Thad has introduced me to new personal challenges with running, which I desire to overcome. I am a huge fan of the running groups organized by Thad, because I am highly motivated by the other runners of the same level. Not only is it a pleasure to know Thad, but I have acquired great running partners from within the group. I look forward to going every week. Thank you, Thad!

  – Susanne

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