Welcome!

I am pictured second from the left. The man in the middle is Stu Mittleman who ran across the country in 56 days. Amazing!

Baltimore 10 Miler and Beyond and Fitness and 5k Programs start on March 24!

We will meet at the parking lot across from the Stieff Silver Building (800 Wyman Park Drive, Baltimore) near Druid Hill Park

See Services for more information and pricing.  For questions on these programs contact Coach Brian

Imagine yourself crossing the finish line at your next event with the crowd cheering you on. You are met and hugged by friends and loved ones. You pump your fist to the sky. Yes! You did it! You achieved your running goal for this event, whether it was to complete the event or complete it in a certain time. You made it! How does this make you feel?

Achieving your running goals can be an amazing experience.  Especially, if it is completing your first half or full marathon. Or maybe qualifying for the Boston marathon. Whatever your goal you need the proper plan to get there.  This includes shoes, nutrition, running workouts, as well as strengthening and flexibility workouts to help you optimize your performance and get you to your goal injury-free.  Fitting this all in to our busy schedules can be a challenge.  Plus, there is a lot of information and misinformation out there.  Therefore, I recommend working with a running coach to help you achieve your goals and let him/her design the program that will best help you.

Helping runners at one of my workshops

I am passionate about running. I love it! And I would like to help you make running an enjoyable part of your life and help you achieve your running goals. I offer training plans that will help you reach your goals in an injury-free fashion.  I also design these plans to specifically fit your busy schedule.  I meet with my runners as groups or individually for running and/or strength and conditioning workouts during the week and on weekends.  In addition, I educate runners through hands-on workshops on various running-related topics.

Testimonials:

“When I first began training with Brian at the age of 50, I had no experience as a runner, recreational or otherwise.  With Brian’s counsel and encouragement, I was able to complete a ½ marathon after a short 4 months of training and, more importantly, develop an ongoing, personalized program that is enjoyable and injury-free.  I now approach each run with a specific distance, pace and purpose, which allows me to maximize the quality of my workouts.  Further, his knowledge of nutrition and cross training has been an invaluable enhancement to my overall experience.  Brian’s expert guidance and inspiration have allowed me not only to make running a dedicated part of my new, healthier lifestyle, but have motivated me to compete in other races as I continue to improve my running proficiency and overall health.”
- Lee Riley

I initially met Brian when I joined the training group for the Baltimore 10miler.  His support and training techniques were GREAT!  I found myself passing exhausted runners on the last 2 miles UPHILL to the finish!  All thanks to his training & prepping us for those nice hills at the end.  When I decided to attempt my first triathlon, my first thought was, “Call Brian!”.  He set up a cross training plan, took into account my injuries and limitations on running and created a plan that fit me perfectly.  He walked me through transitions and answered all the crazy questions I had about how to get in/out of a wetsuit, what to wear, how/when to fuel & how to get off the bike with “jello legs” & still get to the transition area in one piece.  He helped ease my anxiety about the race and let me know what to expect.  My first triathlon was a success.  #1 I finished.  #2 I finished under my goal time.  and #3 I’ve signed up for another one this coming summer!!!  I look forward to my next race and working with Brian again to help me meet and exceed my next set of goals!

-Elysia Roser

Just wanted to say thanks for your support and guidance in training for the half marathon.  I hadn’t run anything longer than a 5k before joining your training group, and just a few months later, completed the half in 2:16.                         Thanks again!

- Jo Carol Snyder

“I came to Brian with one goal: To learn to run long distance without getting hurt. Three months later I ran my first half marathon with confidence and without hitting that “wall” we all hear so much about.  I also did it faster than I ever imagined. He taught me to pace myself and push myself at the same time, all while keeping my main goal in mind. My love of running will never again be stifled by my fear of injury, thanks to Brian. “

- Miranda Walker

Thank you again for all of your guidance over the last four months.  The marathon was awesome and I can’t wait to do another one.  I finished in under four hours – 3:47:43! I know that your coaching and the group really played a big part in that, so thank you!

- Jennifer Lehman

I can’t speak highly enough of Brian. I’ve run off and on for most of my adult life, but rarely more than 3 miles at a clip. I had never “trained” for a run. This summer I decided to sign up for the Baltimore Half Marathon and asked Brian to help me reach my goal of just finishing the race. Brian developed a personalized training plan that pushed me further each week, but in a way that didn’t burn me out. Soon I became accustomed to the world of “intervals”, “tempo” runs, “ladders,” etc., and was amazed at how quickly my endurance and confidence increased. Not only did I finish the Half, but I did so in a time I never thought possible. Brian is of course well credentialed as a running coach. But what elevates Brian in my view is his relaxed yet confident and supportive demeanor. Unlike many of today’s overbearing “go-getter” trainers and coaches, Brian recognizes that, for most of us, running is but one aspect of an otherwise active life, and therefore it should be enjoyable and rewarding—not a chore.  With this philosophy, it doesn’t matter if you’re an accomplished runner, a novice, or you’ve just decided to get off the couch. Brian will get you to the next level, and beyond—and you will enjoy it.

- Eric Harlan

- John Goles

I have been a runner for over 40 years. I have run marathons, half’s, 10Ks, you name it. Over the last 10 years, however, my times have been getting progressively slower. I knew what to do but it just wasn’t having an impact. After one month of training with Brian, I just ran a 5K in my fastest time in 10 years. Six weeks later, I ran a half-marathon hoping to improve my time by 15 minutes. I ran across the finish line with a huge smile on my face – I had beaten my last half-marathon time by a full 25 minutes!!
I’m not looking to win any age group awards, I just want to get my t-shirt and get across the finish line before the bagels are gone. But, Brian treats me with the same respect as a 5 minute miler. With his expertise, he keeps me accountable and on track in a non aggressive way. His program is tailored to my strengths and weaknesses, and, it works!

- Mary Beth Winkeljohn

Coach Brian has helped me improve my run significantly going into my second tri season. With a rehabilitated right foot from the very common plantar fasciitis that affects many triathletes, prone to injury, and until recently, being an “all or nothing” kind of gal, I could have easily left myself high and dry by the time Hammerman rolled into focus in October. Foaming at the bit and winning smaller 5K’s for my age group in the spring, Brian compelled me to slow down and to constantly stretch and never “take more from the account” than I could ensure would be “put back in” come race morning. Of course I balked initially; yet indeed, I paid dearly going against him, doing Iron Girl too soon after hard hill work in Carroll County, and thereby having, for me, a relatively snail-like run for IG, which didn’t have to happen, had I listened to Brian. Immediately after that his wisdom suddenly burst into my consciousness (imagine!), and fully taking his advice, I settled into a tapering mode that allowed me to take 2nd for my age group at Hammerman and to win on the bike. Brian knows what he is doing. (By the way, you may not know this, but he is an amazing and accomplished cyclist as well: you really get the “two-for-one” with him!) He also knows exactly how to help beginning triathletes become very comfortable with T2, putting together good, solid, but not overwhelming bricks that are the building blocks of success for any triathlon. I recommend him highly to any beginning triathlete.

- Lorianne Bartlett

Having Dr. Hand work with me was a real pleasure.  Whether you need help with specific aspects of your running or just want accountability and company, Dr. Hand is the coach for you.  He was flexible with scheduling.  He gave me specific exercises and directions to strengthen my core and to help my endurance and speed.  As he runs with you, you get the bonus of enjoying his pleasant personality, positive encouragement, and conversations that incorporate all his expertise.

- Nancy Parlette, Clarksville, MD

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