I’m Gerald Collins and I help runners turn pain into purpose, one mile at a time.
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More Than a Coach
I didn’t come into running because everything was going right.
I came into it because I needed something to hold onto.
Running became more than exercise, it became a lifeline.
A place to process.
A place to breathe.
A place to keep going when everything in life felt heavy.
And over time, it became something else too, a way to help others do the same.
Experience You Can Trust
Endurance running coach for beginner–intermediate athletes
Host of Stronger Than the Struggle Podcast
Featured on multiple podcasts including:
- The Behind The Shades Show
- Running His Race
Coach to athletes navigating mental health and life challenges
Built RunRev Coaching to serve a deeply underserved space
How I Coach
I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all plans.
I believe in coaching the whole person.
That means:
- Adjusting when life gets hard
- Listening more than prescribing
- Building trust before pushing performance
- Integrating faith when it matters most
Because the goal isn’t just to make you faster.
It’s to help you become stronger in every area of your life. Stronger than the struggle!
Where Faith Fits In
Faith isn’t forced here but it’s always available.
For many athletes, faith becomes the foundation that keeps them grounded when motivation fades.
It shows up in:
- Encouragement
- Perspective
- Purpose
And when you need it most – it’s there.
The Athletes I Serve Best
I work best with runners who:
- Are ready for change; even if they’re unsure how
- Want support, not just a training plan
- Are open to growth beyond running
- Value consistency over perfection
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
If you’re in a season where running feels like your anchor…
I get it.
And I’d be honored to walk alongside you in it.