Jasmin (Jaz) has been around running for more than 20 years. He is an intensely compassionate, empathetic, and knowledgeable coach, who embraces an individual approach for every athlete. He is a certified personal trainer, having worked with runners and athletes of all levels for the last 15 years.
His running pursuits have taken him all over the country, and he continues to improve now thay he has turned 50.
Matt has been around running his whole life. He transitioned from high school star, to collegiate D1 all American, to professional, to marathoner over the course of his long competitive career. He ran 2:14 for the marathons twice and qualified for two Olympic Marathon Trials. His best performances in the marathon include an 11th place finish at the Mew York Marathon and a 2nd place finish at the Rocknroll San Antonio marathon.
Since his competitive days, Matt has coached at all levels, worked in run specialty stores, and worked in the running events industry at many levels.
His passion, knowledge, and empathy are key to how he supports runners along their journey.