Coaching services are now offered by Rick Meyers, owner of The Runner’s Sole. Rick is a certified RRCA running coach, certified Newton form coach, and ultra-endurance athlete.
Rick is an accomplished runner of races ranging from 1 mile sprints to multi-day events (Tom’s Run relay, 204 miles as a solo-runner) winning many and going the distance in many more. To his credit, he’s completed over 20 marathons, 13-50 mile events, 3-100 mile events, 4-24hr events, 1 full IronMan, and 204 mile run in 49 hours.
Rick offers individualized and comprehensive training plans for any distances. Goals are discussed through an interview process for realistic and achievable outcomes. Injury prevention is of the utmost importance. No cookie cutter training plans are offered as most online coaching services offer. Weekly contact is encouraged to monitor progression of the athlete’s training and assess for potential problematic areas. Athletes are very involved in the development of the training plan with sensitivity to work, family, and other time constraint commitments.
New service of professional pacing. If you’re having difficulty in meeting your marathon & beyond goals, Rick will pace you to your goal time. If it’s a Boston Qualifying time or completing your first 100 miler, Rick will pace you to your goals.
Fees are based on event distance and how many months are needed to prepare the athlete for their key event.
For more information or to schedule an interview, contact Rick via email, therunnerssole@embarqmail.com, or store phone 717-262-2109 during business hours, or cell phone 717-372-9853, or facebook the runners sole.





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