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.SummaryIn 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.TakeawaysGabriel'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.TitlesExploring the Swiss Running Landscape with Gabriel LombriserThe Art of Coaching: Insights from Gabriel LombriserSound bites"The stadium of running is so big.""Consistency is key in running.""Running should be free."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Gabriel Lombriz03:43 Gabriel's Journey into Running06:05 The Influence of Swiss Landscapes on Running08:38 Defining Moments in Coaching10:13 Balancing Coaching and IT12:49 Swiss Coaching Philosophy15:53 Quality Over Quantity in Training18:30 What Separates Good Runners from Great Runners21:46 The Challenges of Coaching Elite Athletes25:49 Advice for Recreational Runners29:16 The Evolution of Running Culture in Switzerland33:40 Developing Young Trail Runners36:57 The Importance of Speed in Running41:02 The Joy of Coaching and Athlete Feedback43:14 Honoring Traditions and Community EngagementLinks to Gabriel's socials and websites:https://www.instagram.com/globerunnerch/?hl=enhttps://runningcoach.me/en/pages/teamhttps://www.indurance.ch/coaching/

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