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Coach Tom McGlynn

Coach Tom McGlynn

Tom started runcoach in 2002. His main objective was to equip more runners with the successful training philosophies he was exposed to. In 2007 Tom and the team found a way to make our proven training more widely available through the new online resource

Tom has qualified for the Olympic Trials Marathon three times (2000 ’04 and ’08). He trained under legendary coach Harry Groves at Penn State and graduated in 1996. Tom ran with the Nike Farm Team and Coaches Jeff Johnson, Vin Lananna, Jack Daniels and Ray Appenheimer from 1996-2004. From 2004-2006 Tom served as Assistant Distance Coach to Frank Gagliano for the Nike Farm Team.

Through runcoach Tom has helped thousands of runners set new PR’s. He has trained Marathoners ranging from 2:15 to 8:15 and remains convinced that anyone can improve their running with the right approach.

May 14, 2010

Single Leg Squat

We cannot overemphasize the importance of this exercise.  It strengthens the

hamstrings, glutes, and quadriceps.  Being on just one leg also challenges your

balance.  Maintain good posture and remain as steady as possible throughout the

motion. 

May 06, 2010

Foam Roller

Using the foam roller might hurt a little at first, but keep at it!  Over time, you will see

what a difference this "self massage" technique can make.  Foam rollers are a runner's

best friends!

May 07, 2010

Leg Swings

This can be fun exercise, but don't just swing your leg with abandon.  Make each swing

a deliberate motion and think about the muscles that you are activating.  You'll

strengthen your abdominals and stretch your hamstrings, pelvis, and hips in the

process.

May 08, 2010

Calf Stretch

Runners need loose calves!  A tight calf will cause the hamstring to tigheten...and a

tight hamstring will cause glutes and hip rotators to overextend and tighten....That's why

stretching the whole chain of muscles is so important.

May 09, 2010

Pretzel Stretch

When you do any exercise routine, it can be tempting to start compensating with your

back.  Avoid this at all costs!  Try to remember the muscles that you are targeting in

each exercise and AVOID relying on your back when it is not supposed to be used. 

 

No matter how careful you are, your back will probably feel some tightness from the

running and the whole body routine.  Stretch it out as you are nearing the end of the

exercises. 

May 10, 2019

Hamstring Stretch

 

Runners often complain of hamstring tightness.  Avoid this problem at all costs!  No

muscles group is an island - over time tight hamstrings will cause your hip rotators and

glutes to overcompensate and shorten.  So stay on top of stretching this important

muscle group!

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May 11, 2010

Pointers

Also known as "bird dogs," this is a great overall core exercise.  It not only strengthens

the abs and back, but also involves the glutes and improves balance and stability.

This exercise will strengthen your lower abdominals.  It's sometimes easy to forget how important the abdominals are to runners.  We just don't use our legs and arms when we run.  We also rely heavily on our abs.  Without them, we wouldn't be able to lift our knees high off the ground. 

May 16, 2010

Glute Stretch

We rely on on our glutes constantly throughout the running motion!  Treat them right

and give them a good stretch.

Regular push ups target your chest and shoulder muscles.  This version targets those

muscles too, but also works your triceps (back of upper arms).  The triceps muscles 

are easy to overlook because we don't see them when we look in the mirror, but

strengthening them will help you maintain an upright running posture. 

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