Does something like this exist? Running related

[bullygirl979]

I just finished a 16 week HM training cycle with my LRS. I seriously loved the program and I plan on training with them again. However, it’s really run focused (duh) and I feel like I could really supplement that with weight training. I’d love to find a personal trainer that specializes in working with runners. Is this dumb? Or does this exist? I’ve typed in soooo many search terms in to google and I either find run coaches or “normal” personal trainers. And I can find online strength training programs for runners but I’d love to find someone who does an assessment and recommends something specific to help me with my goals and biomechanics, etc.

Hopefully this makes sense!

[vcubergirl]

I'm pretty sure it does, but I think the best way to find someone like that is ask around among other runners, your LRS, trainers, at the gym, etc.

[campermom]

Our crossfit gym has a program just for runners.

[labbie]

I was also going to suggest Crossfit or asking specifically at a LRS- try the FB groups for Medved, FF or Roch Running.

I'm also intrigued by this group and may try one of their training programs next spring www.liftheavyrunlong.com/

[moreace01]

Yes it absolutely exists - the run coaches you are finding should be able to help you with a strength program as well since they go hand in hand. Possibly your LRS would have suggestions of people they know of - or any of the running groups in your area. I don't suppose you have something like an endurance athlete gym (or something for triathletes or runners) in your area? Or a recovery center for athletes? Many of those places would be helpful.

There's an endurance athlete focused gym in my city and that's where I go. I have worked with a running coach in the past who was helpful - and a number of personal trainers who were able to put together a runner-specific program. If they know what they are doing at all, they should be able to create a program to hit the areas that runners need to focus on most.

[bullygirl979]

@vtcupcake, cool! I did reach out to the coaches from my training and they sent me two names. From google, it looks like they co-own gyms. I just joined our local Y and I can't afford a second gym membership (in addition to paying for LRS training). I am going to reach out to see if they'd be willing to do an eval and write a program for me to do on my own with some occasional 1:1 training. I'd pay for this, of course. But if they can't, any suggestions on how to find someone?