Tanner Amrhien – Charlotte Running Coach

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 running coaching with an emphasis on the importance of strength training. Injury avoidance, tailoring training programs for injury prevention.

PHILOSOPHY

My coaching philosophy is to inspire a love for running and embrace its challenges, while also prioritizing injury prevention. I will encourage you to push your limits and strive towards your goals—setting mostly realistic objectives but also aiming for some bold, ambitious targets that may seem unattainable. Even if you don’t reach them, the process of working towards those wild goals will drive growth and achievement and I will be there for you to provide positive and constructive feedback and tailor your training plan to meet the needs of your body while working with you to reach your maximum potential.

COACHING EXPERIENCE

I have been coaching beginner and intermediate runners since June 2024, working with adult athletes who have previous running experience and are looking to return to the sport. Some of my athletes are strength training athletes who have wanted to incorporate running into their athletic experience.

ABOUT ME

My name is Tanner, and I live in the beautiful state of North Carolina, which I like to call the “Midwest of the South.” I’ve lived in North Carolina since 2021 and have loved experiencing the state’s natural beauty. My running journey began in the spring of 2023 when I started running for health benefits—and quickly became hooked. I started on the roads, then transitioned to running trails in Charlotte. Now, I enjoy the different challenges that both road running and trail running bring. The first race that I signed up for was a trail race on St. Patrick’s Day, where I got doused in green dye, and from that moment, I was captivated by the thrill of racing. Since then, I’ve completed several half-marathons, full marathons, and even a 50-mile ultra marathon. My goal is to inspire others to experience the physical and mental benefits of running and show them that any challenge can be overcome with preparation, determination, and a drive to succeed.

BIG INFLUENCES

My biggest running influence is Sally McRae. She’s an incredible ultra-runner who inspires in so many ways. I’ve signed up for several races simply because I felt her belief in me through her book, podcasts, and social media posts. She’s encouraged me to push my own boundaries and face the challenging moments where we truly discover who we are.

RACING HISTORY

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

• Asheville Full Marathon – 3:26:30 (5th in division)
• Charlotte Running Company 13 Mile Trail Race – 1:47:09 (5th in division)
• City of Trails Full Marathon – 3:50:31 (1st in division)

CERTIFICATIONS

• International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) Certificated Running Coach

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

• City of Trails Full Marathon 2024 1st Place Division

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