TESTIMONIALS

rHONDA KNOPP

PALMER, ALASKA

“I have had the pleasure of coaching with Norm for over 20 years.  Specifically, High School Cross Country running and MatSu Running Club, our local adult and junior running club.  Norm is extremely knowledgeable and can coach each individual athlete, as well as an entire team to their best performance.  He takes the time to get to know his runner’s goals, their strengths and weakness, and provides the optimal training plan for their age and busy schedules.  Norm has been highly effective working with injured athletes in their rehabilitation process.  Working with his clients, he communicates, evaluates and refines the training plans as needed.

I feel extremely privileged to have worked with and been mentored by such an incredible and experienced coach.  During our coaching time together, nominated by our peers, we have received multiple Coach of the Year Awards.  This is a testament to the respect and trust he has earned by those who have worked with him.  I can confidently say his experience, wisdom, and ability to relate to his athletes make him an exceptional Coach.”

HEIDI QUINN

WASILLA, ALASKA

“I have had the privilege of working with Norm for the last three years, first with the MatSu Running Club and most recently as a personal running coach. I have appreciated both his professionalism and his vast knowledge of the sport. He always takes the time to meet his athletes where they are at in their training but is then able to push them farther through encouragement and well thought out training plans. Even as I have battled a few different injuries, he has insured that my training is modified so that I can safely achieve my goals. I am definitely a more confident and consistent runner because of him.”

JJ PALENSKE

SHEBOYGAN, WISCONSIN

“My 13 year old son loved running but he’s never had coaches who did more than tell him to go run. He has running goals but not the mentorship he needed to achieve them. I hired Coach Rousey during the winter months and my son has made enormous improvements.  He still loves running (coach makes sure to keep it fun) and he recently ran his fastest mile.  He’s excited for workouts and I recommend Coach Rousey to anybody who needs help from an experienced pro.”