Gabriel is not only a coach(including the Swiss Trail and Mountain running national team coach), he also works in IT, having developed a running app: https://runningcoach.me/ and is a husband to Elite runner Judith Wyder and father to two girls.

Summary

In this episode of the Strides and Vibes podcast, host Mario interviews Swiss runner and coach Gabriel Lombriser. They discuss Gabriel's journey into running, the influence of the Swiss landscape on his training and coaching philosophy, and the importance of strength training for runners. Gabriel shares insights on what separates good runners from great ones, the challenges of coaching elite athletes, and the evolution of running culture in Switzerland. The conversation emphasizes the significance of listening to athletes, developing young trail runners, and the joy of coaching.

Takeaways

Gabriel's passion for running and coaching is deeply rooted in his upbringing.

The Swiss landscape provides a unique training environment for runners.

Strength training is essential for injury prevention and performance.

Consistency in training is crucial for long-term success in running.

Listening to athletes' feedback is key to effective coaching.

The Swiss coaching philosophy emphasizes quality over quantity in training.

Young runners should focus on developing technique on shorter, technical trails.

The running culture in Switzerland is evolving towards more trail running.

Coaching elite athletes comes with its own set of challenges.

The joy of coaching comes from seeing athletes achieve their goals.

Titles

Exploring the Swiss Running Landscape with Gabriel Lombriser

The Art of Coaching: Insights from Gabriel Lombriser

Sound bites

"The stadium of running is so big."

"Consistency is key in running."

"Running should be free."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Gabriel Lombriz

03:43 Gabriel's Journey into Running

06:05 The Influence of Swiss Landscapes on Running

08:38 Defining Moments in Coaching

10:13 Balancing Coaching and IT

12:49 Swiss Coaching Philosophy

15:53 Quality Over Quantity in Training

18:30 What Separates Good Runners from Great Runners

21:46 The Challenges of Coaching Elite Athletes

25:49 Advice for Recreational Runners

29:16 The Evolution of Running Culture in Switzerland

33:40 Developing Young Trail Runners

36:57 The Importance of Speed in Running

41:02 The Joy of Coaching and Athlete Feedback

43:14 Honoring Traditions and Community Engagement

Links to Gabriel's socials and websites:

https://www.instagram.com/globerunnerch/?hl=en

https://runningcoach.me/en/pages/team

https://www.indurance.ch/coaching/