"I highly recommend using her for beginning, moderate or fast runners."

I have been working with Janet since the beginning of 2008. She has not only been able to keep me on the ground and away from previous injuries, she is getting me stronger along the way. She has been able to tame my enthusiasm toward high mileage and teach me other strength categories to focus on to contribute toward lowering my race times. Who would have thought at 43 this could be done? I was curious and some what skeptical when I first started with Janet, because I had tried so many "theories" to avoid injuries and lower your times. None were successful until I started working with her. I highly recommend using her for beginning, moderate or fast runners. She is capable of meeting your needs. (CB 6/09)

"I couldn't have asked for a better coach!"
Janet is great to work with. She has been patient as I have recovered from past injuries and has helped to strengthen me for races. She has been willing to work with me to help me accomplish my goals. I couldn't have asked for a better coach! (BM 6/09)

"Training that is customized for you, helped me set a PR at Boston!"
I dropped 11:00 off my previous time at the Boston Marathon and set a PR in the process. None of it would have happened without Janet. I've NEVER felt better at the end of a marathon running a 3:00 neg. split. A runner asked me near the halfway point what kind of "fade" I planned on, and thanks to Janet's help, I could confidently answer, "None!"
The best part of this training is that is customized for YOU and she will take your personal strengths and opportunities for improvement into consideration.
With her help, I have undergone a complete shift in how I view my running and I've learned a lot. She is strategic in how she will push you. I was literally miles ahead of any previous training with strong basebuilding, pinpointed speedwork and precise pace running. I also can count on speedy response time if I have questions. I give her my highest recommendation! (JW, 6/09)

"I will no longer use anyone else!"
Janet is a great running coach. She has helped me recover from 3 running injuries now! I have been to chiropractors, medical doctors, accupuncturists, etc...no one beats the expertise of Janet. I will no longer use anyone else! (KG, 6/09) 

"Seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel"
In January of 2009, I went out for my long run thinking nothing of it and at mile 2 felt some pain and at mile 14 could not walk. After a visit to the ER and soon after an MRI, I was diagnosed with two sacral stress fractures. This was devastating news as I have been a long distance runner for 20 years and have never had an injury. After 6 weeks, I decided to see if I could find someone who could provide me with advice and found Janet Hamilton. At the time, I asked her when she thought I would be back on the road and she told me these types of injuries are very serious and it is typically a minimum of 6 months. I must admit, my instinct was to find someone else who would tell me it would take 8 weeks and moved on.
Well, 5 months later, still in serious pain, I went to my primary care physician who told me to run and put ice on it and a sports medicine doctor who told me to come back in a month and he would give me a cortisone shot. I did not think either of these recommendations were sound and remembered that I had reached out to Janet back in February and got advice that I did not like but was dead on. So, I contacted her again and once again she provided sage advice and offered help if I wanted it. I was lost and in pain and frustrated and recognized that she was the only one being truly honest but also encouraging at the same time and had incredible depth of experience working with folks with injuries like mine.
She did an amazing and thorough analysis of my overall health and identified all of the numerous issues I needed to address, including the stress fractures, history of anorexia and contracting with a running coach that had provided poor advice that resulted in overtraining, all of which led to this serious injury.
She not only has customized a specific program for me and according to all the research I have done (and I am a researcher by trade), my injury is found in 1% of the population so not an easy program to construct, but encouraged my plan to work with a sports nutrionist, participated in a second phone consultation when I asked her to speak with my personal trainer to ensure he was part of the plan, and encouraged me to keep her in the loop several times a day right now as things are difficult. And she meant it, as I update her, she immediately provides advice and guidance and I am diligent in following it and now feel like I am finally seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel.
I am not an easy person to work with I run a company for a living and am extremely driven and stubborn. Before this happened I had achieved numerous PRs in my running and was doing 6 hours of intense strength training so to be reduced to barely being able to walk is both mentally and physically challenging to say the least. I had decided no matter what I would run the Chicago Marathon in October and had strong-armed my trainer into increasing the level of intensity for our workouts.
Janet was amazing in our initial consultation in having as strong a personality as I do and the knowledge and experience to immediately gain my trust and confidence in easing up on this marathon goal and taking it one day at a time.
I am not out of the woods yet, but I know that if I continue to follow her advice and fully adopt her program, I will reach my goals of being a stronger, healthier and competitive runner. (KW, 6/09)

"Passionate about what she does"
I have only been working with Janet for a month, but in this short period of time I can see that she is passionate about what she does. She is super detailed and very knowledgeable. I can honestly say that she is genuinely interested in my training and my goals. I know I'm not her only client; but she makes me feel like I am, and that is important to me. Thanks Janet! (J, 6/09) 

"Running Strong" is also "Walking Strong" in my book.!"
I am a walker and I am 70 years old. Last Spring I was shocked when I failed my stress test...I always considered myself in pretty good condition...although I had cut back on my tennis playing because of a hurt knee....and had added 30 lbs. in 12 years....suddenly my low blood pressure was always elevated. Janet Hamilton set me up with a viable program geared for success.....walking, stretching, and strengthening. Her program for me was not defeating in its' challenges, but planned so that the daily routines were varied and addressed all my personal requirements....age,activity level, blood pressure and heart rate, and my personal goals. I am thrilled with the results from 7 months under Janet's supervision. I have passed another stress test;lost 25 lbs.; lowered my blood pressure to an acceptable rate; am once again enjoying activity without knee pain or pain meds. My cardiologist refers to me as his "poster child". Thanks, Janet. (JW, 1/2009) 

Strength, strength, and more strength!

"I have been working with Janet for over six months. Before I started, I would occasionally go to the gym for weights because I was afraid of getting too bulky. I had three marathons under my belt, which all required months to a full year to recover. Janet placed me on a strength and flexibility program along with my running which has worked wonders for me. I recently completed the San Antonio Marathon and I just can't explain how much energy I have. I'm going into my 3rd post marathon week, and I feel like I have completely recovered. The last marathons also left me with piriformis syndrome, and I just cannot believe that I'm not suffering this time. along with the training plans, I have gained a lot of knowledge about training." - (LM, 11/2008)

Getting to the root of the problem...

"Janet's responsiveness and attention to detail are excellent. When I first started, I thought I would give the long distance coaching a try for a month, a year later and it is a valuable part of my day. Janet's understanding of the body is outstanding and it often amazes me how she is able to revise/adjust my workout simply from my notes. I started with Janet because of a chronic ITB problem. After one visit and a few weeks of exercises on my own, Janet assessed that the root cause of the injury was my back. Previously, I had been through 7 years of PT from a variety of different sources, nobody ever addressed my back. I am definately on the road to recovery and havent had an ITB symptom in a year. I do wish I lived closer for more regular face to face check ins but I am thoroughly satisfied with my training program." (SW, 11/2008)

A knowledgable teacher and motivator...

  “I first got introduced to Janet from a friend of mine that asked her a question on her Blog. After several years of a repetitive shin issue, I contacted Janet and I can honestly say, my life has changed ever since. Her ability to diagnose over the phone and gather initial historical information was incredible. One would have thought she had my charts from my physical therapist right in front of her. She was right on target about frustrations and attempts to recover that I had experienced. I had always dealt with my shin issue from the ground up and Janet changed directions and dealt from the hips down. She’s knowledgeable, a great teacher, motivated to keep you on the ground and has a true passion for the average athlete. I have been working with her since Feb.2008 and plan on using her through marathons and recovery. There is a sense of neurosis amongst runners and she knows exactly how to hold you accountable and keep you smiling along the way. Thanks for making a difference Janet and making it much easier for me to live with and work with others."  (CB - 8/2008) 

Supportive, positive, reliable...

"Training with Janet has changed my approach to running for the better. She taught me to have patience and listen to my body's signals. Her initial assessment was thorough and she explained her diagnosis and recommendations clearly. Her coaching was supportive, positive, and reliable." (AA, 11/2008)

Training smarter...

"Janet has helped me recover from an Achilles injury and most recently a back injury. Thanks to Janet's coaching guidance I have learned how important it is to include strength and stretching as a continuous part of my training routine. Before working with Janet, I would train as hard as possible every workout and end up with sore muscles and feeling tired. With Janet's training program, I train smarter, never have sore muscles, and I'm stronger and more flexible." (JP, 11/2008)

A holistic approach...

"Janet Hamilton is an invaluable resource for anyone trying to improve performance, recover from injury or establish sustainable, lifetime fitness. She has a comprehensive knowledge of physiology and a deep understanding of the psychology of athletes, a combination I never found in countless medical professionals with whom I consulted over at least ten years. Her holistic approach has enabled me to break the cycle of injuries and tissue degeneration that I was in after 25 years of running. While I may not be able to recover fully, it would only be because I didn't meet Janet soon enough." (MS, 11/2008)

Better than pills or drugs...

"I have used Janet's coaching services for a couple of injuries: one is chronic (bad hip) and another achilles injury. Five years ago my hip would hurt after a long car ride or sitting at work. I had very restricted mobility, and negatively impacted my quality of life. I went to PT's and had limited success. I found Janet, and after trying her coaching service I flew to Atlanta for Janet to do an assessment. People thought I was crazy - what could someone from Atlanta do to help me long distance? In any event,  I began to follow her prescribed exercises, many of which are outlined in her book. Fast forward to today and I have a very different quality of life - I take no pain medication for my hip, and never get sore after a long period of sitting. Frankly, aside from some small remaining limitations in mobility, it does not affect my life any any way, and have pushed off a surgery which I will probably need for a many years. My xrays over 6 years since working with Janet (and havent worked directly for a while now) show no substantial disease progression in my arthritis. I am now playing some ice hockey (the over 40, no check kind of leauge for full disclosure). I can tell everyone here that to keep it all moving, it requires a lifelong commitment to her program, but it's no more than 3 times a week for minimum maintenence, and that's better than pills or drugs. Good luck to all and encourage Janet's services as a coach"       T (11/05)

Worth the flight in for the evaluation...

"I can't say enough about this woman! Janet spent the better part of a weekend with me analyzing my wacky biomechanics. If fact, I flew in from several states away for a one-on-one consultation and I was NOT disappointed. Not only is she knowledgeable, thorough, and extremely conscientious with follow-up, but she is great to be around--down-to-earth, fun, empathetic, and gracious! I still have a ways to go in fixing my running issues, but our consultation provided me with some very valuable clues as to why I'm chronically injured! I highly recommend Janet's services--both "virtual" and "in person". She has helped me more than any other practitioner--including chiropractor, Orthopedist, Physical Therapist, and Podiatrist. Most important, Janet addresses all issues related to your biomechanics, even those that aren't seemingly running-related. Thanks to her holistic approach, she even helped me with my TMJ! Do check Janet out--the sooner, the better!" - (L, 11/2002)

Did you find the information provided by the coach helpful in understanding your condition and some of the factors that might have lead up to it?

"Extremely helpful--the dr did not explain any of the surrounding issues or causes, just told me I'd have to quit running for a while and only suggested orthotics.  They ought to make referrals to people like you!!" - Julia T (Stanford University) 

"The rehab coaching services were extremely helpful in furthering my understanding of my condition and the contributing factors. I learned more from you during one month than I did in 15 months of doctors' visits."  - Sue  1/01  

"Absolutely. You were the only one I could find that offered this type of service. Dr's want to x-ray, cut, or give you pills. No one will show you how to stretch, strengthen, and take the time to assess flexibility, imbalances, etc."  - Chris H. 10/00 

"Yes. Janet did a very thorough interview prior to the starting the coaching services. I felt like she had a good grasp of the problems I was experiencing and she explained to me what she thought might be the problem(s)." - Martha  1/01

"...you have changed my life. Literally and completely. When I came to you I was very depressed and in pain. The medical community was of little help. You put me on the right path, providing not only the tools to improve my condition, but also emotional support. To me, that's what a great coach does - treat the body and mind." - C. R. 7/00 

"Absolutely! The morning we spent together was particularly helpful in this regard, but also as various minor problems came up your advice in dealing with those helped me to understand what the underlying cause(s) were" --  B. P. 6/00

"Yes I did find your services helpful in understanding why I got hurt-just wish that I had found you sooner there then I might not have been out of running for so long." - Sara  G 4/00

"Extremely helpful--the dr did not explain any of the surrounding issues or causes, just told me I'd have to quit running for a while and only suggested orthotics.  They ought to make referrals to people like you!!" - Julia T (Stanford University) 

"The rehab coaching services were extremely helpful in furthering my understanding of my condition and the contributing factors. I learned more from you during one month than I did in 15 months of doctors' visits."  - Sue  1/01  

"Absolutely. You were the only one I could find that offered this type of service. Dr's want to x-ray, cut, or give you pills. No one will show you how to stretch, strengthen, and take the time to assess flexibility, imbalances, etc."  - Chris H. 10/00 

"Yes. Janet did a very thorough interview prior to the starting the coaching services. I felt like she had a good grasp of the problems I was experiencing and she explained to me what she thought might be the problem(s)." - Martha  1/01

"...you have changed my life. Literally and completely. When I came to you I was very depressed and in pain. The medical community was of little help. You put me on the right path, providing not only the tools to improve my condition, but also emotional support. To me, that's what a great coach does - treat the body and mind." - C. R. 7/00 

"Absolutely! The morning we spent together was particularly helpful in this regard, but also as various minor problems came up your advice in dealing with those helped me to understand what the underlying cause(s) were" --  B. P. 6/00

"Yes I did find your services helpful in understanding why I got hurt-just wish that I had found you sooner there then I might not have been out of running for so long." - Sara  G 4/00

"Extremely helpful--the dr did not explain any of the surrounding issues or causes, just told me I'd have to quit running for a while and only suggested orthotics.  They ought to make referrals to people like you!!" - Julia T (Stanford University) 

"The rehab coaching services were extremely helpful in furthering my understanding of my condition and the contributing factors. I learned more from you during one month than I did in 15 months of doctors' visits."  - Sue  1/01  

"Absolutely. You were the only one I could find that offered this type of service. Dr's want to x-ray, cut, or give you pills. No one will show you how to stretch, strengthen, and take the time to assess flexibility, imbalances, etc."  - Chris H. 10/00 

"Yes. Janet did a very thorough interview prior to the starting the coaching services. I felt like she had a good grasp of the problems I was experiencing and she explained to me what she thought might be the problem(s)." - Martha  1/01

"...you have changed my life. Literally and completely. When I came to you I was very depressed and in pain. The medical community was of little help. You put me on the right path, providing not only the tools to improve my condition, but also emotional support. To me, that's what a great coach does - treat the body and mind." - C. R. 7/00 

"Absolutely! The morning we spent together was particularly helpful in this regard, but also as various minor problems came up your advice in dealing with those helped me to understand what the underlying cause(s) were" --  B. P. 6/00

"Yes I did find your services helpful in understanding why I got hurt-just wish that I had found you sooner there then I might not have been out of running for so long." - Sara  G 4/00

"Extremely helpful--the dr did not explain any of the surrounding issues or causes, just told me I'd have to quit running for a while and only suggested orthotics.  They ought to make referrals to people like you!!" - Julia T (Stanford University) 

"The rehab coaching services were extremely helpful in furthering my understanding of my condition and the contributing factors. I learned more from you during one month than I did in 15 months of doctors' visits."  - Sue  1/01  

"Absolutely. You were the only one I could find that offered this type of service. Dr's want to x-ray, cut, or give you pills. No one will show you how to stretch, strengthen, and take the time to assess flexibility, imbalances, etc."  - Chris H. 10/00 

"Yes. Janet did a very thorough interview prior to the starting the coaching services. I felt like she had a good grasp of the problems I was experiencing and she explained to me what she thought might be the problem(s)." - Martha  1/01

"...you have changed my life. Literally and completely. When I came to you I was very depressed and in pain. The medical community was of little help. You put me on the right path, providing not only the tools to improve my condition, but also emotional support. To me, that's what a great coach does - treat the body and mind." - C. R. 7/00 

"Absolutely! The morning we spent together was particularly helpful in this regard, but also as various minor problems came up your advice in dealing with those helped me to understand what the underlying cause(s) were" --  B. P. 6/00

"Yes I did find your services helpful in understanding why I got hurt-just wish that I had found you sooner there then I might not have been out of running for so long." - Sara  G 4/00

Did you feel that the services provided were worth the cost?

"Yes. Janet gave me a lot of time. She is a professional who is very generous with her expertise. When I was having problems with my Achilles tendon, Janet even took digital photographs just for me so that I could see how to wrap my foot/ankle properly. I also felt that the "face to face" was very valuable to me in which Janet tested my flexibility and videotaped my gait which she showed and explained to me. It was helpful to me to see how I overpronate!" - Martha H.  1/01

Were the instructions for exercises and returning to training clear and understandable? 
"Yes, the photographs and instructions on the website were very clear and understandable. Also, in our "face-to-face" conference, Janet provided help with the exercises." "Janet gave me an electronic training log that she updated as she felt necessary based on the progress that I was making. She checked on my progress regularly and adjusted the program as necessary. The log was really great for me to keep me on track and to keep track of my progress or to help diagnose problems." - Martha H 1/01

"...the web site pictures and explanations were very helpful and I have continued to refer back to them to check that I am continuing to do them correctly. There were a few times when I had trouble understanding the worksheet but you were always able to help me understand what you intended through e-mail." - Bob P. 6/00  

"...the web site pictures and explanations were very helpful and I have continued to refer back to them to check that I am continuing to do them correctly. There were a few times when I had trouble understanding the worksheet but you were always able to help me understand what you intended through e-mail." - Bob P. 6/00  

"...the web site pictures and explanations were very helpful and I have continued to refer back to them to check that I am continuing to do them correctly. There were a few times when I had trouble understanding the worksheet but you were always able to help me understand what you intended through e-mail." - Bob P. 6/00  

Were the instructions for exercises and returning to training clear and understandable? 
"Yes, the photographs and instructions on the website were very clear and understandable. Also, in our "face-to-face" conference, Janet provided help with the exercises." "Janet gave me an electronic training log that she updated as she felt necessary based on the progress that I was making. She checked on my progress regularly and adjusted the program as necessary. The log was really great for me to keep me on track and to keep track of my progress or to help diagnose problems." - Martha H 1/01

"...the web site pictures and explanations were very helpful and I have continued to refer back to them to check that I am continuing to do them correctly. There were a few times when I had trouble understanding the worksheet but you were always able to help me understand what you intended through e-mail." - Bob P. 6/00