Build strength progressively with Coach Mat’s complete 8-program system — from foundation to advanced.
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Runner’s Strength Project
$49.99
Runner’s Strength Project is Coach Mat Nark’s complete strength training system that builds from week to week and month to month. This isn’t a one-off exercise program—it’s a progressive system designed to transform you into a strong, injury-proof runner. With 8 total videos guiding you from foundational to advanced workouts, you’ll develop the lean, powerful body your running needs.
Led by Coach Mat Nark, a McMillan Certified Running Coach and Strongfirst Level 2 kettlebell instructor.
- 8 total video programs
- 3-phase progressive system
- 2-3 sessions per week
- Minimal equipment needed
Why Runner’s Strength Project Works
Just like run training takes time, Coach Mat designed this system to build progressively. You’ll start with foundational PR Strength and Core Crusher 1, advance to Ferocious Fitness and Core Crusher 2, then culminate in Olympic Development Strength. Each phase prepares you for the next, ensuring you build strength safely while staying injury-free and running faster.
$49.99 Per Year
What Runners Are Saying
“I’m stronger than I’ve ever been. Coach Mat’s system transformed my running.”
“The progressive approach worked perfectly. I never felt overwhelmed or injured.”
“Finally, a strength program that actually complements my running instead of fighting it.”
8 Complete Programs
- Dynamic Warm-Up (5 minutes)
- Core Crusher 1 & 2
- PR Strength (foundational)
- Ferocious Fitness (intermediate)
- Olympic Development Strength (advanced)
- Bonus: Vacation Travel Workout
- Bonus: IT Band Quick Fix
3-Phase Training System:
- Phase 1 (Weeks 1-4): PR Strength & Core Crusher 1
- Phase 2 (Weeks 5-8): Add Ferocious Fitness & Core Crusher 2
- Phase 3 (Weeks 9-12): Olympic Development Strength
- 2-3 sessions per week on easy/non-running days
A complete system. Not just random workouts.
$49.99 Per Year. Cancel anytime.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Runner’s Strength Project requires minimal equipment. The main tool you should consider is a set of kettlebells—light, medium, and heavy. Kettlebells are one of the most perfectly designed strength training tools for runners and are available at most sporting goods stores or Amazon.
You’ll do 2-3 strength training sessions each week, scheduled on your easy or non-running days. For example, if you do quality running on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, you might strength train on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
You start with PR Strength and Core Crusher 1 in Phase 1 (weeks 1-4), gradually add Ferocious Fitness and Core Crusher 2 in Phase 2 (weeks 5-8), then incorporate Olympic Development Strength in Phase 3 (weeks 9-12). Each phase builds on the previous one to safely increase your strength.
No experience necessary. Coach Mat designed this system to guide you from foundational exercises to advanced strength work. The progressive structure ensures you build strength safely, starting at an appropriate level and advancing as your body adapts.
You get: Dynamic Warm-Up, Core Crusher 1, PR Strength, Core Crusher 2, Ferocious Fitness, Olympic Development Strength, plus two bonus programs—Vacation Travel Workout and IT Band Quick Fix.
Workouts are time-efficient and designed for busy runners. You’ll start with the 5-minute Dynamic Warm-Up, then complete your main routine. Total session time varies by phase but Coach Mat designed these to deliver maximum benefit without spending hours in the gym.
Mathew Nark is a McMillan Certified Running Coach and Strongfirst Level 2 kettlebell instructor, FMS advanced, and NASM Certified Personal Trainer. He uniquely combines accomplished running coaching with innovative strength training, working with everyone from beginning runners to Olympic Trials competitors.
Absolutely. The system is designed to complement your run training, not interfere with it. Schedule sessions on easy or non-running days, and listen to your body to ensure you’re recovering properly between workouts.
Build the Lean, Mean Running Machine
With Coach Mat’s progressive system, you’ll become the strong, injury-proof runner you’ve always wanted to be. Results come quickly, but the real transformation happens week by week, month by month, as you build from foundational to advanced strength.
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