Every Step Builds Strength
Virtual Run Coaching for the Everyday Athlete
Welcome to Run Strength Academy. Here, your commitment to health strengthens more than just muscle. With expert guidance from personal trainer and endurance coach Nick Savin, you’ll find balance in training and life, propelling you to peak performance on the run and beyond.
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Are You Ready to Conquer Your Next 5K?
Gear up for success with the Beyond The Finish: 5K Training Program. This comprehensive 14-week guide is packed with expert strategies, custom workout plans, and essential race-day tips. Whether it’s your first 5K or you’re aiming for a new personal record, this program is designed to help you achieve your goals and build a strong foundation for future races.
Your Expert Guide to Endurance
Certified Coach. Lifelong Athlete. Chicago’s Own.
Hey there, I’m Nick Savin. My journey’s taken me from Arkansas to Chicago, from a theatre enthusiast to your strength and running coach. What kicked off as a side gig while chasing my theatre dreams turned into my calling. I’ve been a personal trainer, a PE teacher, and now, I’m all about coaching folks like you. While running and coaching have taken center stage, my first athletic love was swimming — dreams of college competition gave way to the lure of the stage. Nowadays, when I’m not running or lifting, I’m probably gearing up for my next triathlon. Coaching has allowed me to help people smash their first marathon, nail a 5K, or simply fall back in love with being active. It’s about pushing limits, yours and mine, and discovering the greatness we can achieve.
Joy in the journey, strength in every small success — this is how greatness grows.
Empowering Your Journey, One Step at a Time
Every Milestone, a Victory
My philosophy? It’s simple: celebrate the wins, big or small, and cherish the journey. Whether it’s your first marathon or setting a new personal best, it’s about more than just the finish line. It’s about what you learn about yourself along the way, the confidence you build, and the joy in every bit of progress. I’ve seen firsthand how training hard not only transforms your body but also enriches your relationships and personal growth. Let’s embark on this journey together, discovering what lies beyond our limits and striving for something truly great.
Gaudium Inter Parvas Victorias
Embrace Our Philosophy
At Run Strength Academy, we live by the principle of “Gaudium Inter Parvas Victorias” – finding joy in every small step forward. This timeless wisdom encapsulates our approach to coaching and life: celebrating each achievement, no matter how small, as a milestone towards greatness. With every stride, every challenge overcome, and every goal reached, we’re not just training bodies; we’re nurturing spirits and building resilience for life’s marathon. Join us on this transformative journey, and let’s celebrate the victories together – because every step builds strength, and every small success paves the way to your ultimate triumph.
