Matt Debole is a runner, coach, doctor of physical therapy and founder at Run Better Academy. He was a standout high school runner, most notably finishing 5th at Foot Locker Championships and winning the mile at Penn Relays and the Millrose Games. He went on to become a 5-time All American at Georgetown University and qualify for the 2008 Olympic Trials. He has lifetime bests of 4:00 (mile), 13:36 (5k), 49:59 (10 mile), 2:49 (marathon).

Matt currently lives in Albany, New York where he coaches online and works full-time as an orthopedic physical therapy specialist. He works with runners of all ages (high school - masters) and ability levels (beginner - elite) from all over the country (east and west coast) and even the world (France, Dominican Republic, Canada, Philippines).

Matt’s coaching style incorporates his athletic and academic experiences. He’s also a pioneer in using technology (drones and wearables) for running biomechanical assessment aimed at improving performance and reducing injury risk.

You can connect with him at:   https://coaches.vdoto2.com/matt-debole

Producer:  Andre Laboy