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| Matt Woods, MS Exercise Physiology 178-B East Milltown Road, Wooster, OH 44691 Phone 330.465.8724 Email mswsportslab@yahoo.com www.rfsportslab.com |
I was introduced to Matt Woods the summer before my junior year at Malone. I was dealing with a stress fracture in my foot and had recently experienced my first successful year as a
sophomore earning all American honors. Matt joined our program in the fall of my junior year and took me under his wing. Since then, Matt and I have had an almost father/son
relationship which has carried over to how well my training has gone. I trust fully in everything he has given me and he trusts in me to do that work consistently whether it is hitting a
certain number of miles for the week, strides, running drills, plyometrics or lifting. I know he can take me to my utmost potential and that his training philosophy is just as good or better
than any elite coach out there.
Furthermore, I have traveled to many races and training sites with Matt and I know that he wants to be there for support and advice at all times. I admire Matt’s determination to provide
the most ideal training regiment for all the athletes he encounters and I truly feel that I have never met anyone so unselfish. He is constantly looking out for what he believes to be the
best thing for others. After every workout, I call Matt almost immediately to tell him how it went and to receive feedback on our future goals based on how well my session was. Because
of this constant interest and dedication to my running, Matt has taken me to another level and we are looking even higher. The ultimate goal is the Olympic Trials in 2012, although we
have many other goals to breach leading up to that point, we are well on our way.
My credentials include 2007 All-Ohio champion, two time All-Ohio runner of the year, 7 time NAIA all-American, 5 time national runner-up in both cross and track and 2007 NAIA Cross
Country Team National Champion. I have run 4:11 for the mile, 8:18 for 3000 meters, 14:20 for 5000 meters, 29:40 for 10,000 meters, 50:24 for 10 miles, 1:07:39 for half marathon and
24:24 for 8k cross country. Ryan Kienzle
sophomore earning all American honors. Matt joined our program in the fall of my junior year and took me under his wing. Since then, Matt and I have had an almost father/son
relationship which has carried over to how well my training has gone. I trust fully in everything he has given me and he trusts in me to do that work consistently whether it is hitting a
certain number of miles for the week, strides, running drills, plyometrics or lifting. I know he can take me to my utmost potential and that his training philosophy is just as good or better
than any elite coach out there.
Furthermore, I have traveled to many races and training sites with Matt and I know that he wants to be there for support and advice at all times. I admire Matt’s determination to provide
the most ideal training regiment for all the athletes he encounters and I truly feel that I have never met anyone so unselfish. He is constantly looking out for what he believes to be the
best thing for others. After every workout, I call Matt almost immediately to tell him how it went and to receive feedback on our future goals based on how well my session was. Because
of this constant interest and dedication to my running, Matt has taken me to another level and we are looking even higher. The ultimate goal is the Olympic Trials in 2012, although we
have many other goals to breach leading up to that point, we are well on our way.
My credentials include 2007 All-Ohio champion, two time All-Ohio runner of the year, 7 time NAIA all-American, 5 time national runner-up in both cross and track and 2007 NAIA Cross
Country Team National Champion. I have run 4:11 for the mile, 8:18 for 3000 meters, 14:20 for 5000 meters, 29:40 for 10,000 meters, 50:24 for 10 miles, 1:07:39 for half marathon and
24:24 for 8k cross country. Ryan Kienzle
Matt Woods has a vast amount of knowledge regarding training and physiology. He helps write Malone's
training plans and does Max VO2 and Lactate profile testing for our athletes. These allow us to train at the
exact optimal speed to increase our fitness. He has had a significant impact on our team's performances,
helping us win back to back NAIA national championships and All-Ohio victories.
Jack Hazen, Head Coach / Malone Cross Country
http://www.malonepioneers.com/index.aspx?path=cross&
training plans and does Max VO2 and Lactate profile testing for our athletes. These allow us to train at the
exact optimal speed to increase our fitness. He has had a significant impact on our team's performances,
helping us win back to back NAIA national championships and All-Ohio victories.
Jack Hazen, Head Coach / Malone Cross Country
http://www.malonepioneers.com/index.aspx?path=cross&
Matt Woods added an invaluable asset to my training
arsenal--smart, safe, and effective training principles. Without
Matt I would have not made the jumps I have made from the
10k to the Marathon in the last few years. Many can coach, but
few can tailor training plans grounded in both science and
experience like Matt. I highly recommend Matt if your goals are
to steadily improve over the long term.
David Gramlich
2008 Olympic Trials Qualifier
2:20:19 Marathon P.R.
arsenal--smart, safe, and effective training principles. Without
Matt I would have not made the jumps I have made from the
10k to the Marathon in the last few years. Many can coach, but
few can tailor training plans grounded in both science and
experience like Matt. I highly recommend Matt if your goals are
to steadily improve over the long term.
David Gramlich
2008 Olympic Trials Qualifier
2:20:19 Marathon P.R.
I have known Matt Woods for over twenty years. We have been competitors, teammates and great
friends. Matt through the years, has gained much needed knowledge through his own training, reading, and coaching
athletes at different levels. His success is a product of hard work, dedication and a love for the sport.
Since I have entered the Masters ranks Matt has helped me tremendously. He has helped me to be more disciplined
in my training approach and has helped me keep my passion for the sport. Matt's training is a systematical approach
to running and has kept me injury free. You can't find a better coach out there that has his coaching credentials and
love of the sport. I highly recommend Matt to any distance athlete that wants to improve and have a positive
experience with running.
John Hopple Masters 5K 15:49 http://www.therunnersguide.com/ http://www.marathonpaceband.com/
friends. Matt through the years, has gained much needed knowledge through his own training, reading, and coaching
athletes at different levels. His success is a product of hard work, dedication and a love for the sport.
Since I have entered the Masters ranks Matt has helped me tremendously. He has helped me to be more disciplined
in my training approach and has helped me keep my passion for the sport. Matt's training is a systematical approach
to running and has kept me injury free. You can't find a better coach out there that has his coaching credentials and
love of the sport. I highly recommend Matt to any distance athlete that wants to improve and have a positive
experience with running.
John Hopple Masters 5K 15:49 http://www.therunnersguide.com/ http://www.marathonpaceband.com/
I met Matt Woods a few years ago while living in Akron. I had been training and
racing for about 6 or 7 years after a long layoff from running. I relied on my old
training methods from high school and college and my times at various distances
improved for a while. However, they soon leveled out and I had a hard time
reaching new goals.
I went to Matt and was tested to determine my VO2 max and lactate profile. This
information and my recent racing times provided Matt the data to setup a training
program for me. Initially, some of the workouts in the program seemed extremely
difficult, however, Matt's approach systematically builds your abilities, so that you're
capable of doing the workouts when they are scheduled. At the end of the program
I had both the confidence and the physical ability to achieve my goals. With Matt's
help I've been able to PR in the half marathon and 25K distances and consistently
run fast times over the last few years. His scientific approach to training and racing
has helped me stay healthy and get to the starting line prepared to run my best. I
would highly recommend runners at any level to work with Matt if you want to give
yourself the best opportunity to achieve your goals.
Al Casagranda Masters Runner, Pittsburgh, PA
racing for about 6 or 7 years after a long layoff from running. I relied on my old
training methods from high school and college and my times at various distances
improved for a while. However, they soon leveled out and I had a hard time
reaching new goals.
I went to Matt and was tested to determine my VO2 max and lactate profile. This
information and my recent racing times provided Matt the data to setup a training
program for me. Initially, some of the workouts in the program seemed extremely
difficult, however, Matt's approach systematically builds your abilities, so that you're
capable of doing the workouts when they are scheduled. At the end of the program
I had both the confidence and the physical ability to achieve my goals. With Matt's
help I've been able to PR in the half marathon and 25K distances and consistently
run fast times over the last few years. His scientific approach to training and racing
has helped me stay healthy and get to the starting line prepared to run my best. I
would highly recommend runners at any level to work with Matt if you want to give
yourself the best opportunity to achieve your goals.
Al Casagranda Masters Runner, Pittsburgh, PA
Matt Woods seems to have an innate ability to sense the needs and demands of his athletes. He doesn’t rush their training to accrue short term benefits, but instead fosters
competitive longevity. He has achieved a wonderful balance of coaching sensibility while still holding true to proven physiological principles.
Both as my colleague and my coach, Matt serves as an integral part of my academic and athletic careers. I admire his incessant drive to refine his skills and knowledge base, both
anecdotally and academically. He serves as an inspiration to me as I strive to be specialist in a comparative field of study. Matt is a true lover of knowledge and his wisdom stands
as solid footing for aspiring athletes.
Under Matt’s guidance, Leo Kormanik II ran personal records in the mile (4:12), 3000m (8:13), 5000m (14:12), 10,000m (29:45) and 5 miles (23:33). It is also important to note
that Matt coached Leo to his debut marathon of 2:22:29 and a 15th place finish at USATF Club Cross Country Championship in 2007.
2012 US Olympic Trials Qualifier, 2:18.12 PR (Grandma's Marathon 6/18/11)(www.grandmasmarathon.com)
Leo C. Kormanik II, D.C., M.S. www.minorikchiropractic.com
competitive longevity. He has achieved a wonderful balance of coaching sensibility while still holding true to proven physiological principles.
Both as my colleague and my coach, Matt serves as an integral part of my academic and athletic careers. I admire his incessant drive to refine his skills and knowledge base, both
anecdotally and academically. He serves as an inspiration to me as I strive to be specialist in a comparative field of study. Matt is a true lover of knowledge and his wisdom stands
as solid footing for aspiring athletes.
Under Matt’s guidance, Leo Kormanik II ran personal records in the mile (4:12), 3000m (8:13), 5000m (14:12), 10,000m (29:45) and 5 miles (23:33). It is also important to note
that Matt coached Leo to his debut marathon of 2:22:29 and a 15th place finish at USATF Club Cross Country Championship in 2007.
2012 US Olympic Trials Qualifier, 2:18.12 PR (Grandma's Marathon 6/18/11)(www.grandmasmarathon.com)
Leo C. Kormanik II, D.C., M.S. www.minorikchiropractic.com
I first became aware of Matt Woods after competing against and watching his athletes
have great performances at the collegiate level. After having a successful collegiate
career of my own, I was ready for a break from running. After taking a full year off, I
felt a strong desire to compete again and started working with Matt in the spring of
2011. I was immediately impressed by his vast knowledge and dedication to the
science of the sport. With solid weekly communication, even from a distance (I live 7
hours away), I managed to set PR’s in the 800, 1500, 3000, and 5000 meters. On
several occasions, Matt traveled at his own expense to watch me race. Matt clearly
wants to see me reach my highest potential, showing the kind of consistency that
makes for a great coach. His systematic approach to training in a very controlled and
efficient way really helped me to love running again and regain my confidence in
competition.
My personal records are 1:52 for 800m, 3:48 for 1500m, 8:21 for 3000m, and 14:43
for 5000m. Under Matt’s guidance as I prepare for the 2012 spring season, my goal
will be to qualify for the 2012 Olympic Trials in the 1500m.
Josh Foss
Indiana Wesleyan University Graduate
have great performances at the collegiate level. After having a successful collegiate
career of my own, I was ready for a break from running. After taking a full year off, I
felt a strong desire to compete again and started working with Matt in the spring of
2011. I was immediately impressed by his vast knowledge and dedication to the
science of the sport. With solid weekly communication, even from a distance (I live 7
hours away), I managed to set PR’s in the 800, 1500, 3000, and 5000 meters. On
several occasions, Matt traveled at his own expense to watch me race. Matt clearly
wants to see me reach my highest potential, showing the kind of consistency that
makes for a great coach. His systematic approach to training in a very controlled and
efficient way really helped me to love running again and regain my confidence in
competition.
My personal records are 1:52 for 800m, 3:48 for 1500m, 8:21 for 3000m, and 14:43
for 5000m. Under Matt’s guidance as I prepare for the 2012 spring season, my goal
will be to qualify for the 2012 Olympic Trials in the 1500m.
Josh Foss
Indiana Wesleyan University Graduate
