I'm a runner nerd and have a passion for helping people!
About Dr. Matt
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$97.00 - 30 minute call
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$147.00 - 60 minute call
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Just a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
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1 email per month
$47.00 / month
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Just a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
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1 email per month
$97.00 - 12 week plan
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Able to run up to 30 minutes continuously and has a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
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1 email per month
$147.00 - 16 week plan
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Some baseline fitness, able to run up to 60 minutes continuously and has a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
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$67.00 - 8 week plan
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Minimum Requirements
Some baseline fitness, able to run up to 60 minutes continuously and has a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
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1 email per month
$97.00 - 12 week plan
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Minimum Requirements
Some baseline fitness, able to run up to 60 minutes continuously and has a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
Communication
1 email per month
$97.00 - 12 week plan
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Minimum Requirements
Some baseline fitness, able to run up to 60 minutes continuously and has a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
Communication
1 email per month
$147.00 - 16 week plan
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Minimum Requirements
Some baseline fitness, able to run up to 60 minutes continuously and has a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
Communication
1 email per month
$197.00 - 20 week plan
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Minimum Requirements
Just a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
$97.00 / month
Charged after 5-day trial
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Minimum Requirements
Just a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
Communication
1 call per month
$197.00 / month
Charged after 5-day trial
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Minimum Requirements
Just a positive attitude and commitment toward achieving your goals!
Communication
unlimited emails, unlimited text-messages, 2 calls per month
$297.00 / month
Charged after 5-day trial
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Book a consultation, choose a training plan, or start private coaching.
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Share your goals, experience and upcoming races.
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Athlete requirement
Runners of all levels (beginners to elites) who are committed to achieving their goals. Are you ready to get expert guidance that can take you there? Let's work together!
Distances coached
Half Marathon, Marathon, General Fitness, 800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km , 5km, 15km, 10km
Languages
English
Coaching options
Online/Remote coaching
Consultations
Specialties
Nutrition Advice, Boston Marathon, Cross Training Advice, Mental Skills, Physical Therapist, Beginner Runners , Recreational Runners, Masters Runners
The half marathon training plan from Dr. Matt has been the one most aligned with my goals. The VO₂-based process has been the best. Matt responds to my questions with precision. As added value, Dr. Ma... The half marathon training plan from Dr. Matt has been the one most aligned with my goals. The VO₂-based process has been the best. Matt responds to my questions with precision. As added value, Dr. Matt’s plan also includes a strength training program. Thank you, Dr. Matt.
Matt is everything you’d want in a coach - knowledgeable, flexible when you need it, challenging, organized. He’s helped me find my rhythm again to run faster than I had in years. He’s available whene... Matt is everything you’d want in a coach - knowledgeable, flexible when you need it, challenging, organized. He’s helped me find my rhythm again to run faster than I had in years. He’s available whenever I have questions and really invests in his athletes. His physical therapy background also gives him greater insight into injuries and injury prevention. I’ve stayed healthy while running faster under his guidance. Highly recommend!!
I'm so happy that I worked with Matt to coach me through my first marathon. He told me early on the biggest priorities were to get to the start line feeling healthy and prepared - and those goals were... I'm so happy that I worked with Matt to coach me through my first marathon. He told me early on the biggest priorities were to get to the start line feeling healthy and prepared - and those goals were absolutely achieved. His training pushed me, but felt manageable (so I didn't fall off track.) I also really appreciated the strength exercises, which became more important as the training progressed to prevent injuries. I would absolutely work with Matt again - and highly recommend him!
Dr. Matt has been great to work with, he designed a custom plan for me to achieve a P.R. in my last marathon. He also put together a strength and conditioning plan to help me prevent injuries. Trust t... Dr. Matt has been great to work with, he designed a custom plan for me to achieve a P.R. in my last marathon. He also put together a strength and conditioning plan to help me prevent injuries. Trust the process and follow Dr. Matt’s plan to achieve your own running goals. Highly recommended.
Part way done with my base plan for my marathon plan. So far so great! Dr Matt is very responsive to email questions with good insight. Excited to get my marathon plan and start getting ready!
I made the right choice choosing Dr. Matt. I’ve been out of the game a while, recovering from multiple injuries and he coached me through the whole process. Of course he’s great for any type of runner... I made the right choice choosing Dr. Matt. I’ve been out of the game a while, recovering from multiple injuries and he coached me through the whole process. Of course he’s great for any type of runner but he’s especially great if you’re someone who struggles with any injuries, age-related wear and tear or any other musculoskeletal problems. He’s your guy!
About 1/3rd of the way through my training and loving it so far. Will definitely work with Dr. Matt again.
Great plans!
Dr Matt is excellent! He’s very knowledgeable and responsive. Highly recommended.
Dr. Matt is an excellent coach. He is responsive and creates challenging training plans meant to help you find and test your limits. He is also responsive and encouraging. Can't go wrong.
Simply the best trainer ever! Effective workouts. It is already the second plan that I contract and follow. I will definitely be using your spreadsheet services over and over again. I recommend to... Simply the best trainer ever! Effective workouts. It is already the second plan that I contract and follow. I will definitely be using your spreadsheet services over and over again. I recommend to everyone!
Responsive to all questions, listens to your needs and goals and adjusts plans accordingly. Very quick to set up and change the schedule, and quick to review entered workouts and respond to comments i... Responsive to all questions, listens to your needs and goals and adjusts plans accordingly. Very quick to set up and change the schedule, and quick to review entered workouts and respond to comments if needed.
I worked with Matt through several different training plans including different goal distances. He listened to my goals and likes/dislikes, but also kept me in check when I needed it. I enjoyed the va... I worked with Matt through several different training plans including different goal distances. He listened to my goals and likes/dislikes, but also kept me in check when I needed it. I enjoyed the variety his training plans offered and appreciated that his number one goal was always to keep me healthy. Matt is a coach that cares about his athletes more than just getting them to a new PR. Highly recommend!!
This is my second review for Matt. You can read my first one down below. I worked with Matt to train two marathons so far, my first and second marathons ever. I went into the first marathon training p... This is my second review for Matt. You can read my first one down below. I worked with Matt to train two marathons so far, my first and second marathons ever. I went into the first marathon training program to break 4 hours; I ended up running 3:29. Last Sunday, I ran my second marathon with Matt, and my finish time was 3:17:41, a 12 minutes PR, and a 2023 Boston Qualifier. I have been more than happy working with Matt. He is undoubtedly a knowledgeable and methodical coach, but more importantly, he sincerely cares about his athletes and their progress. Based on my personal experience, I highly recommend Matt to anyone attempting to reach their full running potential.
Matt is wonderful! He is highly adaptable as a coach with his clients. He is willing to give the "method behind the madness" explanation, which I need. He is very supportive but willing to give tough ... Matt is wonderful! He is highly adaptable as a coach with his clients. He is willing to give the "method behind the madness" explanation, which I need. He is very supportive but willing to give tough feedback. He will tell you where you are doing well and where to improve. I appreciate tough feedback, that is how I grow. Matt trained me for a season and it went well. I hit all my training marks. About 2 weeks out from my race I was injured. When I got medical clearance he changed my plan to a "lets go for it." I ran two marathons and reached a PR injured. I finished at 3:53 even with having to stop and walk due to my injury. Highly recommend Matt, I'll be back for Spring!
Great coach! Matt has been making up training plans for awhile now and everytime I toe that start line, I always feel prepared! His coaching is very thorough and easy to follow…. He doesn’t mind wor... Great coach! Matt has been making up training plans for awhile now and everytime I toe that start line, I always feel prepared! His coaching is very thorough and easy to follow…. He doesn’t mind working with slow people like me and is not quick to judge or view me differently as a runner if I chose to run a race to help a friend or drink beers instead of chasing a PR. As long as I keep running (hopefully a long time), Matt will be my coach.
Matt is very knowledgeable and easy to work with. He’s great at communicating and keeping plans flexible if/when schedules change! I have really enjoyed having him as a running coach.
You won't find a better coach! Matt has helped me achieve almost all of my running goals including a Boston qualifier and I'm confident he will be an integral part of my future achievements too. In ... You won't find a better coach! Matt has helped me achieve almost all of my running goals including a Boston qualifier and I'm confident he will be an integral part of my future achievements too. In addition to being a great coach I've grown to consider Matt a friend. I know he cares about me as a person and my overall health. Matt's skills as a doctor come with benefits as well as he's keen regarding using that knowledge to benefit my running.
I had one call with Matt to ask about his thoughts in strength exercises to keep me from persistent cafe muscle pulls. His advice was sound. I will consult with him again.
I enjoyed having a consultation with matt before developing my running plan. I was anxious to develop a running plan that would keep me from injury as much as possible as I am not growing younger and ... I enjoyed having a consultation with matt before developing my running plan. I was anxious to develop a running plan that would keep me from injury as much as possible as I am not growing younger and tend to injure myself when left to my own workout ideas! The 12 week plan Matt made was spot on! I loved the structure of the plan and the helpful pre and post run tips and strengthening videos. Thank you for sharing your expertise with the world so we all can enjoy a healthy running habit!
By far the most in-depth and well rounded coach I have experienced! He is very detailed in his training plan and you can tell each exercise is methodical and deliberate to help you reach your goals. H... By far the most in-depth and well rounded coach I have experienced! He is very detailed in his training plan and you can tell each exercise is methodical and deliberate to help you reach your goals. His communication is beyond anything I could imagine. He also keeps you motivated and encourages you to keep making those forward strides. Very impressed with Dr. Matt
Dr. Matt is the best! Amazing running coach, but also really knowledgeable when it comes to strength training and injury prevention
I've worked with Matt for about 45 days. The training was good with excellent strength training routines. However he was not very responsive. I've posted 2 messages informing him about a hamstring inj... I've worked with Matt for about 45 days. The training was good with excellent strength training routines. However he was not very responsive. I've posted 2 messages informing him about a hamstring injury, not only he didn't respond he also didn't adjust the training schedule to account for the injury.
We've worked with Matt for 45 days. He provided us with good training and some excellent strength training routines. Unfortunately, he was not very responsive to our messages (he wouldn't respond at a... We've worked with Matt for 45 days. He provided us with good training and some excellent strength training routines. Unfortunately, he was not very responsive to our messages (he wouldn't respond at all unless I pinged him on his Instagram account). Also, within 45 days, he forgot to input my schedule twice leaving me with no workouts to do.
Matt has been an incredible coach. I went from a 6:18 mile to a 5:57 mile within one month. His workout plans are easy to understand and approachable, but keep you getting better all the time. Honestl... Matt has been an incredible coach. I went from a 6:18 mile to a 5:57 mile within one month. His workout plans are easy to understand and approachable, but keep you getting better all the time. Honestly, after each workout you feel like you are improving. It has been a joy to work with Matt. After doing the 1 mile training, I moved on to the 5k training as well. It's a different world, but again Matt provides you with the keys and workouts to succeed and continue to improve your time and stamina. Thanks, Matt!
Working with Matt has been incredibly helpful for me. I tweaked my back 20 months ago racing a 5k and since then my back has been terribly stiff/sore the days following any run. I was on the verge of ... Working with Matt has been incredibly helpful for me. I tweaked my back 20 months ago racing a 5k and since then my back has been terribly stiff/sore the days following any run. I was on the verge of giving up running forever but decided to try the Cinco De Mile challenge (free coaching for a month) to see if a professional could help with my back issue. Not only did Matt get my 40 year old ass to run a 5:18 mile (improved from 5:45 a month earlier), he fixed my back problem. I am now living completely back pain free thanks to the core exercises Matt prescribed during my workout plan. Not only is Matt a great coach, but he is a great dude and a pleasure to work with, I CANNOT recommend his services enough.
Matt coached me through a 1 mile speed challenge and helped improve my time in just 30 days. But more importantly (for me) I was able to do so without exacerbating any nagging injuries. I highly reco... Matt coached me through a 1 mile speed challenge and helped improve my time in just 30 days. But more importantly (for me) I was able to do so without exacerbating any nagging injuries. I highly recommend and am in it for more!
Really appreciate Matt's coaching and motivation. Effective program, easily tracked and great motivator
Great program and very helpful coaching tips.
Great training plan, very helpful, met my goal!
I’ve been super motivated to run since signing up with Matt, it makes it so much easier to drag yourself outside on those days where you don’t feel like it when it’s all been planned out for you alrea... I’ve been super motivated to run since signing up with Matt, it makes it so much easier to drag yourself outside on those days where you don’t feel like it when it’s all been planned out for you already and you get an encouraging comment at the end of it. I’ve only been signed up a month and I’ve already seen a noticeable difference in my running ability. I 100% recommend working with Matt. Gooo Matt!
Great coach!!
Matt is amazing! He is an excellent coach who helps his athletes improve greatly. At the same time he is extremely supportive and helpful when things get in the way of training. Very very highly reco... Matt is amazing! He is an excellent coach who helps his athletes improve greatly. At the same time he is extremely supportive and helpful when things get in the way of training. Very very highly recommend!
Matt has been a great coach to work with. He frequently adjusts my training schedule based upon the results from recent workouts. Matt does an awesome job of providing regular feedback on the day’s wo... Matt has been a great coach to work with. He frequently adjusts my training schedule based upon the results from recent workouts. Matt does an awesome job of providing regular feedback on the day’s workout, including words of encouragement if the session did not go as planned. I highly recommend Matt!!
I recently started working with Matt and following his training program. As a self-proclaimed “non-runner”, I was nervous that I wouldn’t be able to complete the training. This personalized program a... I recently started working with Matt and following his training program. As a self-proclaimed “non-runner”, I was nervous that I wouldn’t be able to complete the training. This personalized program and Matt’s guidance, advice and encouragement have been incredible. He is quick to respond and provide to solutions and tips to anything asked, while also motivating you to keep going and to be accountable. I am excited to continue with this challenge, and maybe even become a “runner!” 😊
Dr. Matt took me from being someone who hated running to someone who can't live without running. His principals and guidance helped me to finish my first marathon with no injuries. I was able to finis... Dr. Matt took me from being someone who hated running to someone who can't live without running. His principals and guidance helped me to finish my first marathon with no injuries. I was able to finish the marathon way faster than expected. Which then challenge me to continue running long distances. If you're truly looking to get coached by an expert. Dr. Matt is your guy, not only is he a running coach, but also dr. of physical therapy. He is truly an amazing person and coach.
Matt is a great coach, always available and always ready to change training. Muscle strengthening exercises are great and we don't need devices; I recommend this trainer to everyone and I hope to cont... Matt is a great coach, always available and always ready to change training. Muscle strengthening exercises are great and we don't need devices; I recommend this trainer to everyone and I hope to continue training with him.
Matt is a great coach who has helped me overcome prior training mistakes and push myself to new levels. Matt's training plan challenged what I thought I knew about running and showed me what I'm capa... Matt is a great coach who has helped me overcome prior training mistakes and push myself to new levels. Matt's training plan challenged what I thought I knew about running and showed me what I'm capable of doing, but always keeping it manageable and mindful of the other demands we all have on our time. He's been a great resource for advice on races and building a training plan that was focused on my goals. Highly recommend Matt for helping you create a plan that's focused on your goals.
Matt has been a great coach. I have continued to advance and become a stronger runner. He engages with you and tailor a program to fit you needs.
Matt brings a unique combination of a high caliber running background along with his PT experience and I chose to work with him for that exact reason. He has a passion for running that comes through. ... Matt brings a unique combination of a high caliber running background along with his PT experience and I chose to work with him for that exact reason. He has a passion for running that comes through. I started working with him after an overuse injury and I've been really happy as I've gotten back to speed, injury and pain-free. Highly recommend.
Matt is amazing! The program he put together for me is working great and is challenging yet manageable! Videos are clear and helpful. His knowledge is impressive. I'm confident that with his help I'm ... Matt is amazing! The program he put together for me is working great and is challenging yet manageable! Videos are clear and helpful. His knowledge is impressive. I'm confident that with his help I'm going to run the fastest mile of my life on May 5th @ age 34! Highly recommend him!
Matt is putting my running back on track. As life goes, setting aside the appropriate amount of time to properly warm up, stretch and work on strengthening support muscles can be a challenge. Often ... Matt is putting my running back on track. As life goes, setting aside the appropriate amount of time to properly warm up, stretch and work on strengthening support muscles can be a challenge. Often times, letting these activities fall by the wayside has led to persistent injuries. Matt’s custom built training schedule has helped me realign my priorities with running which has given me far more consistent injury-free training. Looking forward to knocking out some PRs along the way! Thanks Matt!!!
I was introduced to Matt through a running calling for the month of April. While my primary focus is in cycling, I wasn't too interested in focusing on running. I was definitely skeptical in my abilit... I was introduced to Matt through a running calling for the month of April. While my primary focus is in cycling, I wasn't too interested in focusing on running. I was definitely skeptical in my ability to take on additional training between work, 2 young kids, and 10+ hours / week in cycling training. With just a little bit of information though, Matt was able to custom build me a calendar that works around everything else. Of course I hope to get faster, but at 37 staying healthy is much more important. Matt knows that and puts a great focus on mobility and maintenance in my program. In just a few weeks I'm feeling better and starting to enjoy running again!
I really thought that working with Matt was a definite value for the money. He not only took the time to speak with me directly via the phone on a couple of occasions, but also lined up a daily runnin... I really thought that working with Matt was a definite value for the money. He not only took the time to speak with me directly via the phone on a couple of occasions, but also lined up a daily running and strength and mobility calendar. He was easy to speak with and very knowledgeable. I will definitely contact Matt again in the future.
Matt is thoughtful, responsive, and positive but realistic - the traits I value in a coach. He spends the time to learn about you to craft a plan that you’ll respond to rather than forcing a one size ... Matt is thoughtful, responsive, and positive but realistic - the traits I value in a coach. He spends the time to learn about you to craft a plan that you’ll respond to rather than forcing a one size fits all plan on every athlete. I’ve been very pleased with how I’ve progressed under Matt’s guidance after years of starts and stops due to injury.
I've spent the last 25 years in elite sports an both an athlete and a coach. So I wasn't sure that I actually needed a running coach... I thought I could probably coach myself through any and all goal... I've spent the last 25 years in elite sports an both an athlete and a coach. So I wasn't sure that I actually needed a running coach... I thought I could probably coach myself through any and all goals that I set for myself. How foolish I've been. I've seen immediate results working with Matt and Run Better Academy. From injury prevention to performance, the knowledge and skills I've acquired have already paid huge dividends. I can't imagine training for another race without the help of Matt and RBA. 100% recommended for anyone who's serious about getting results without risking unnecessary injury.
I have worked with Matt for several races and it has been great! I appreciate his individualized programs. I would highly recommend him!
At the beginning of 2019, I started working with Matt. In the 12 months, he helped me achieve 2 half marathons under 2 hours and complete a full marathon. It was amazing as I could not have imagined d... At the beginning of 2019, I started working with Matt. In the 12 months, he helped me achieve 2 half marathons under 2 hours and complete a full marathon. It was amazing as I could not have imagined doing all this on my own. The training plan that Matt developed specifically for me worked out well as I needed to balance my training with my work and my family. He kept my training interesting by assigning me with different types of workouts. It was indeed a pleasure working with Matt.
Great communication!
I trained with Matt last year and had a great experience. My workouts were challenging but fun, I stayed healthy, and took nearly 12 minutes off my marathon time from the previous year! I can message ... I trained with Matt last year and had a great experience. My workouts were challenging but fun, I stayed healthy, and took nearly 12 minutes off my marathon time from the previous year! I can message him whenever I feel the first twinge or something coming on and he responds right away with exercises/stretches to keep me injury free. Looking forward to working together another year.
Love Matt, I’ve been working with him since February of 2019 and couldn’t recommend anyone better! Extremely knowledgeable and willing to answer my tons of text messages about shin pain! I’ve never fe... Love Matt, I’ve been working with him since February of 2019 and couldn’t recommend anyone better! Extremely knowledgeable and willing to answer my tons of text messages about shin pain! I’ve never felt more fit and continue to improve every week, I’d give him 10 stars if I could!
Dr. Matt DeBole, DPT combines elite racing pedigree (5‑time All‑American, 2008 Olympic Trials qualifier, Boston qualifier) with orthopedic physical therapy and VDOT O2 coaching to help runners improve performance and reduce injury risk. He works with beginners through masters, offers training plans, private coaching and consultations, and uses drones and wearables for biomechanical assessment. Learn more about his coaching products and approach.
