“I have lost a total of 71 pounds since working with Matt- never in my wildest dreams did I think I could loose that much weight.

When I’m ready to give up there is Matt in my corner with positive talk and the motivation that I need to keep on going. My safety is always his first priority and he will never risk me getting injured.

I disliked running in my younger days but now there is nothing that could stop me from doing it everyday. I wanted to improve my time in the Bolder Boulder from a previous time and Matt helped me take off 25 minutes back in May of 2008. Since then I have done several 10k’s, 5k’s and a half marathon and I am now training with Matt for the Denver Marathon in October. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think of running 6 miles let alone 26. Each time I have been in a race I have bettered my time considerably and loved every single moment.”

– Review by Alma B.

“Matt Hartsky successfully trained me through my very first marathon, Sept 2005 and many marathons and ultra races since. The schedule Matt provides is always realistic and make it possible for me to fit training in with my busy work schedule. Matt’s positive and motivational training enabled me to reach one of my life-time goals of finishing a marathon, then longer races! His in-depth knowledge and background was an integral part to my success. Ultimately, it depends on YOU to reach your goals, but with Matt Hartsky’s coaching, it becomes reality!!”

– Review by Esther,

National Champion, All-American, Ultra Marathoner

“After a knee injury and some major life changes, I found myself unable to run. Running was one of my passions and it was a very difficult time physically and emotionally. I felt unhealthy and out of shape. I gained twenty pounds and was trying to accept the fact that my running days were over. I met with Matt and we discussed my goals: to lose the extra weight, get in shape and feel fit and begin running again. After working out with Matt, I have met all these goals and I am planning to run some of my favorite half-marathons in the spring. I feel better than I have felt in years. Training with Matt has been one of the best decisions that I have made to improve my overall health.”

– Review by Suzanne

To learn more about some of my training philosophies as a running coach, check out this recent article:

How to Run Faster: A Running Coach’s Guide