It's easy to be intimidated when beginning any new activity.  All are welcome in the training group!  We believe that to be your best, you must surround yourself with the best.  Our coaching staff includes some of the top runners in central Ohio.  Whether you're training to walk or run a half or full marathon, have confidence that our tools and your dedication can get you to the finish.

CRC co-owners Eric Fruth and Jim Jurcevich will be primarily responsible for creating the personalized training programs for the training group members.  The other coaches, given their area of expertise, will be available for advice and guidance throughout the program. 
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Eric is the co-owner of the Columbus Running Company.  After a collegiate running career, capped off with two NCAA Div III All American awards, Eric took a position as assistant coach at DePauw University before opening the CRC.  At the CRC, Eric has coached previous marathon and half marathon training groups in addition to numerous individuals training for distances ranging from the half mile to the ultra-marathon.  His approach to coaching stresses the individual - we all come from different backgrounds and bring different goals to the table, so each member of the training group receives an individualized training schedule.

Jim is a co-owner of the Columbus Running Company who has multiple Runner Up finishes at the Columbus Marathon. Jim, simply put, is the road racer of central Ohio.  Leading up to his present-day status as the guru of Columbus running, Jim won Ohio high school championships and a Big Ten title.  Jim has run in the previous two Olympic Trials and qualified for his third by running the Austin Marathon in a blistering 2:14.  Jim's years of experience on the roads have made him a valuable asset to the training group. 

Matt is the co-owner of the Columbus Running Company. He has a love affair with the marathon and sees the half marathon as the perfect stepping stone for the full. This past December he finished third at the Jacksonville Marathon in a time of 2:32. He has been active in all of the previous CRC training groups.

As a U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials Qualifier, she's more than equipped to help you accomplish your goals. Between working in the store full time and training, she knows her way around running and marathon plans.

Matthew is the newest addition to the team, and he brings years of experience to the table. Beyond helping with the CRC he also serves as a counselor to people with addictions. So he'll be here just in case you find yourself addicted to running...it just might happen!

Mr. Logarun hails from the Pacific Northwest. He keeps track of your mileage, workouts, sleeping habits, and more! He lets you share your progress easily with the coaches and allows the coaches to write back to you. You can make your log private or public and keep track of your friends in the group. You can find him hanging out at www.logarun.com.

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