Tanner Amrhien – Charlotte Running Coach
$85.00 / month and a $19.00 sign-up fee
20% off your 1st month! Trail and road coach on a mission to empower runners—from beginners to ultra-marathoners—to crush their goals with tailored training plans and science-driven nutrition strategies.
Description
Charlotte running coach Tanner Amrhein works with runners on both the roads and the trails, for those just starting out or looking to bump up to the ultra distance, with a focus on injury prevention and strength training. Reach out to Tanner below to get started!
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LEVELS: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
TYPES: Road, Trail
DISTANCES: 5k/10k/Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
TRAINING PLATFORM: Final Surge
TRAINING PLAN: Individual, customized training plan
COMMUNICATION: Unlimited email, unlimited phone, unlimited text
RESPONSE TIME: Within 24 hours
LOCATION: Charlotte, NC
IN-PERSON SESSIONS: No, online coaching only
SPECIALTIES
Beginner, intermediate, and advanced trail and road coaching with an emphasis on the importance of strength training and nutrition strategies.
PHILOSOPHY
My goal as a coach is to inspire a lifelong love for running and to help athletes embrace both the joy and the challenges that come with the sport. I will encourage you to push your limits and set ambitious, meaningful goals that are both realistic and bold. Even if you don’t hit every target, the process of striving toward those big dreams will drive your growth, resilience, and achievement.
COACHING EXPERIENCE
Since June 2024, I’ve been coaching athletes of all levels, from beginners to elite runners. Whether you’re chasing personal records, tackling your first marathon, or simply striving to become a stronger, more confident athlete, my goal is to inspire a love for running and help you embrace both the challenges and rewards the sport has to offer.
ABOUT ME
I’m Tanner, and I live in North Carolina—what I like to call the “Midwest of the South.” I’ve been here since 2021 and have loved soaking in the state’s natural beauty. My running journey started in the spring of 2023, when I picked it up for health reasons, but quickly became hooked. I started on the roads, then moved to trail running in Charlotte. Now, I enjoy the unique challenges that both road and trail running bring and love coaching the two different types of running.
My first race was a trail race on St. Patrick’s Day, where I got covered in green dye. That moment hooked me on the excitement of racing. Since then, I’ve completed several half-marathons, full marathons, and two 50-mile ultra marathons. My goal is to show others the physical and mental benefits of running and prove that with the right mindset and determination, any challenge can be overcome both in the sport of running and life.
BIG INFLUENCES
My biggest running inspiration is Sally McRae. She’s a professional ultra-runner who motivates me in countless ways. I’ve signed up for races just because I felt her belief in me through her book, podcasts, and social media. She’s pushed me to break through my own limits and embrace the tough moments where we truly learn what we’re capable of.
RACING HISTORY
2025 Leadville Silver Rush 50 Run, 2025 Asheville Marathon, 2024 Whitewater Center UC-50 Mile Ultra Marathon, 2024 Charlotte Running Company 13 Mile Trail Race, 2024 Eastbound Half Trail Marathon, 2024 City of Trails Trail Marathon
PRs
- Leadville Silver Rush 50 Run – 11:29:00
- Gandy Dancer Marathon – 3:12:12, 3rd place overall and 2nd in Division
- Whitewater UC-50 Mile Ultra-Marathon – 10:38:00
- Charlotte Running Company 13 Mile Trail Race – 1:47:09 (5th in division)
- City of Trail’s Full Marathon – 3:50:31 (1st in division)
CERTIFICATIONS
- UESCA Certified Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach
- International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) Certificated Running Coach
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
- City of Trails Full Marathon 2024 1st Place Division
CONTACT TANNER
Finding a coach who is a great fit for you is really important. We encourage you to email your coach prior to signing up so you can connect, communicate, and ensure a good athlete/coach fit.
PUBLICATIONS
SOCIAL
Jaylen Reeves –
Working with Tanner has been such a game changer for my half marathon training! He’s guided me through every high and low of the process and helped me build real confidence as a runner. I’ve learned so much about pacing, consistency, and trusting my training. Tanner has a great balance of encouragement and challenge — he knows exactly when to push me a little harder and when to remind me to give myself grace. Because of his coaching, I’m stronger, more motivated, and genuinely excited to see what I can do on race day. Couldn’t recommend him more!
Preston Richardson –
To start, Tanner is an amazing coach!! I have been running off and on for a couple of years but I never set a running goal for myself. When I met Tanner, he was a running genius. He knows how to optimize your runs to get the most out of every single training session so you aren’t wasting time and energy. He understands that life gets busy but at the same rate, he holds you accountable to your goals that you have set for yourself. That is the MAIN quality to look for when seeking out a coach. He makes the training sessions stress free with the use of detailed training plans and fueling plans. You know exactly what you are to do when running and training so you aren’t lost or guessing what you should do. Running is a sport that requires your brain to be in a zone of peace. Tanner asks you questions on your training plans to help keep your mind pre-occupied but also helps you search deeper within yourself. Another great quality that Tanner has is his personality. Nobody likes a coach that is the equivalent to a brick wall personality wise. He will cut up and joke around but at the end of the day, he will be stern and keep you aligned with your goals. I personally recommend Tanner to every runner that I meet. Whether you are a beginner or an expert runner, Tanner will have your back and will help you grow personally, mentally, and physically.
Prakrit Subba –
I set a big goal for myself to run a marathon and got the perfect coach in Tanner to come alongside! He is knowledgeable, understanding, and very approachable! He gives good advice and meets me where I am! I can trust that I will reach my goals with his guidance!
Richard & Christa Niering –
Tanner is a great coach and always checked in on us to make sure things were going well even if they weren’t. He kept encouraging us to modify our workout to keep the momentum going.
Richard & Christa Niering –
Tanner is a great coach and always checked in on us to make sure things were going well even if they weren’t. He kept encouraging us to modify our workout to keep the momentum going.
Tatum Kline –
Tanner is such an incredible coach! He has been coaching me since September of 2024. Tanner’s coaching style is supportive, encouraging, knowledgeable, and motivating. Working with Tanner has not only had a positive impact on my physical health but on my mental health as well by helping me build confidence, resiliency, and a positive mindset while developing consistency in my running routine. I am so grateful for his dedication and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to grow; from beginners to experienced runners and anyone in between!