Jeff Galloway is known as America’ s coach for a good reason. After a competitive running career that included competing in the 1972 Munich Olympic Games, he dedicated his professional life to helping millions of average citizens improve their lives through fitness. In opening the first running specialty store in America (1973) and creating the run walk run training method, he continues to help others to experience the benefits of fitness, avoid injury, and be healthier, happier versions of themselves.
His Galloway Training groups operate in more than 50 cities. His groundbreaking book Galloway’ s Book on Running has sold more than 700, 000 copies and continues to be a key resource for athletes today. He was recently touted as the most recognized running personality in America. His 32 books have been translated into 17 languages and are used around the globe.
Jeff’ s approachable and inspirational ethos has led him to become a sought-after keynote speaker for worldwide conferences and Fortune 500 company events. He successfully partners with major lifestyle and fitness brands, using his trusted influence to connect with consumers worldwide. He currently serves at the official training consultant of runDisney, as well as a Global Coach with Garmin.
Jeff's life mission is to allow everyone in the world to enjoy the unique brain- and body-enhancing benefits of exercise while carrying on life’ s activities. According to Jeff, his greatest accomplishment is hearing how his philosophies have helped improve the lives of exercisers across the world.