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La Salle University (PA)
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15 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Craig Strimel
Track & Field
SILVER
With over 15 years of coaching experience and a USATF Level 2 Certification, I will provide you with the knowledge, skills and insight to achieve your genetic potential. View all coaching experience
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Training Locations
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Marathon, Sprints, Middle Distance, Long Distance, Hurdles, Cross Country
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Pacing, Sprinting, Form, Baton Handoffs
Credentials
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La Salle University (PA)
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15 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Marathon, Sprints, Middle Distance, Long Distance, Hurdles, Cross Country
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Pacing, Sprinting, Form, Baton Handoffs
More About Coach Craig
USA Track & Field Level 2 Certification
USOC SafeSport Certified
8 years of high school coaching experience in cross country and track and field, and currently in my first year as an assistant coach at University of the Sciences.
Founder and president of South Jersey Track & Field Club, and operate summer youth clubs in Haddon Township and Cherry Hill.
15 years of experience providing technique instruction to recreational runners.
Direct coaching experience in all events from long distance running to sprints, and all field events except pole vault.
My USATF Level 2 certification is in sprints, hurdles and relays.
Professor of Communication Studies with 30 years of college teaching experience.
Competed in track and field in high school and at La Salle University. Returned to competition as a masters athlete and competed at the national level.
Personal bests:
200m: 22.4
400m: 49.9
Masters bests:
200: 25.9
400: 55.2
800: 2:12
5K: 19:44
Half Marathon: 1:41
Marathon: 3:55
Iron-Distance Triathlon: 12h 50m
I have been trained in, and believe in science-based approaches to training, and the critical importance of technique. My approach depends on what the client is looking for, or what issues they are dealing with, but I will highlight two distinct situations:
Technique training for recreational runners experiencing chronic injury:
I approach the athlete with total confidence that they can address most chronic or nagging injuries by improving their posture and stride mechanics. Through a process of evaluation, a progression of drills, and practice, I can help an athlete feel distinct improvement in our first session. By meeting additional times over the course of a few weeks I provide support to make the new technique a subconscious movement.
Sprint and hurdle training:
In a nutshell, I know what biomotor skills promote speed, and through a series of drills I will assure that an athlete is moving in ways, and approaching their event, in ways that maximize power and velocity. When coaching hurdles I follow a proven drill progression that assists the athlete in developing a technique that will support them in reaching their potential as they mature and develop over multiple seasons.
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Client Reviews
Jared (CoachUp client)
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James (CoachUp client)
Coach Craig,
Very knowledgeable coach that has the ability to teach. He answered all questions and went over drills, strengthening and running form. Cannot wait to take my next lesson. A+++Thanks,
Jim
Arthur (CoachUp client)
Gave my daughter an assessment and went over some drills to help with technique. Craig is very knowledgeable and passionate about track. We will be booking more sessions moving forward.
Steve (CoachUp client)
My son was very resistant to this - we basically had to force him. Coach was amazing - our son came home so excited by the session and is excited to make it a long term relationship. Thank you - Thank you - Thank you
Kathleen (CoachUp client)
Coach Craig is very knowledgeable and passionate about track and field! He came prepared with drills and a keen eye to pick up on any technical flaws. It was great watching him work with my son!
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