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If you’re like most everyday runners, you’ve probably felt stuck: the nagging injuries, the frustration of slowing down with age, or the constant confusion of piecing together random plans and advice.
That cycle leaves you second-guessing every step — and wondering if running is even sustainable long-term.
But here’s the truth: you’re not broken, and you’re not too old. You just need the right system — one that’s designed for runners like you.
Inside the Healthy Runner Academy membership, you’ll finally have the structure, expert coaching, and supportive community to take you from frustrated and inconsistent… to confident, strong, and running pain-free at any age.
Imagine waking up excited to train because you trust your plan. Running without the fear that every ache means another setback. Crossing the finish line proud, strong, and knowing you’ve set the example of health and resilience for your family.
That’s what’s possible when you stop guessing and start training smarter.
Frustrated by nagging injuries that seem to come back every training cycle?
Wondering if you’re too old to get faster — or if your body just isn’t built for distance running anymore?
Overwhelmed by all the advice online, unsure which exercises or plans will actually work for you?
Discouraged by the thought that every time you ramp up, the same injury might return?
Hey there! I’m Duane — an everyday runner, running physical therapist, and coach with over 23 years of experience.
I created the Healthy Runner Academy because I saw the same problem over and over again: runners were told to “just run more miles” or “take time off” when they got injured. But nobody was giving them a clear, step-by-step system to stay healthy, build strength, and actually enjoy running for life.
The truth is, most training plans only tell you how far or how fast to run. They don’t teach you how to prevent injuries, recover smarter, or balance strength, nutrition, and mindset — all the things that actually keep you running strong as you get older. That’s the gap this membership fills.
I know this because I lived it. I didn’t grow up a runner — I became one in my 30s. Like many adult-onset runners, I jumped in with big goals and little guidance. The result? A constant cycle of injuries — hamstring tendinopathy, runner’s knee, achilles pain, plantar fasciitis. I pushed too hard, got discouraged, and wondered if maybe I just wasn’t “built to run.”
But everything changed when I discovered the one truth most runners never hear:
Once I mastered the 6 key elements of smart training — mindset, strength, a structured run plan, proper nutrition, recovery, and race strategy — I finally broke the injury cycle.
Today, I’ve run 35 half marathons and 5 marathons injury-free, and more importantly, I now enjoy my mental clearing miles year-round without fear of setbacks in my mid 40’s!
For nearly two decades, I balanced my faculty role as a Clinical Associate Professor of Physical Therapy with coaching runners and creating resources through the Healthy Runner podcast and YouTube videos. But the more runners I helped, the clearer it became: this is what I was meant to do. So, I made the leap to serve the running community full-time — because helping runners thrive is my greatest passion.
That’s why I built the Healthy Runner Academy: to give you the proven roadmap and support system I wish I had when I started. Inside, you’ll learn how to train smarter, avoid the endless injury-rest-repeat cycle, and finally feel confident chasing big race goals at any age.
If you see yourself in my story, this is your moment to make the shift too.
Wake up excited to train because you know exactly how to prevent injuries and keep running strong year-round with runner focused strength training, nutrition, and recovery strategies.
Sign up for races with confidence, knowing you’re stronger, faster, and finally free of the constant setbacks.
Feel proud of crushing PRs, conquering new distances, and staying motivated to keep growing in your running journey with every new challenge.
Learn how to find balance, listen to your body, and properly progress in your running journey to grow a strong mind and body for decades to come!
With proven strength routines and expert coaching at your side.
Stay connected with a community of like-minded runners who understand your challenges and cheer you on every step of the way.
The challenge with 1:1 coaching is that I can only serve a small number of runners. I knew more everyday runners could benefit from what I was teaching and programming for my athletes. That's why I developed Healthy Runner Academy and if you join us, I'd love to help you, too.
Train smarter, stay healthy, and finally enjoy consistent, pain-free running — without the overwhelm.
Get the proven system, expert coaching, and supportive community that takes the guesswork out of training — so you can run consistently, avoid setbacks, and keep getting faster at any age...
The Healthy Runner Academy Success Path will guide you in your running journey, providing you with focus, a clear plan of action, and a measuring stick of your success!
You'll get access to all the trainings, resources, and support you need as you move through each stage.
This roadmap could be the key to breaking through your plateau and reaching your next running goal feeling strong, confident, and injury-free.
Get the proven system, expert coaching, and supportive community that helps you run pain-free, build strength, and keep chasing your goals — at any age.
Healthy Runner Academy takes the guesswork out of training with a simple, sustainable system to follow each month. You’ll stay consistent, make steady progress, and feel confident in your running — without stressing over complicated plans or piecing things together on your own.
Here's what you get inside:
Get direct answers to your biggest running questions — from injuries and pacing to fueling and race strategy. Walk away with personalized clarity so you’re never left guessing what to do next.
Short, actionable 15–20 minute video lessons that show you step-by-step how to master key elements like strength, nutrition, recovery, and mindset. You’ll know exactly how to apply these strategies — without information overload.
Tired of piecing together random exercises from Google or old PT visits? With our simple, runner-specific routines, you’ll know exactly what to do to get stronger and stay injury-free.
Turn your big running goals into clear, doable steps with structured worksheets, trackers, and checklists. From time-blocking your training to mapping out race day, you’ll stay organized, focused, and consistent.
Join live sessions with me and our coaching team to get real-time feedback, troubleshoot challenges, and make adjustments fast — so setbacks don’t stall your progress.
Connect with like-minded everyday runners inside our private Academy hub (not on Facebook). Share wins, ask for support, and stay motivated with accountability from a team that truly gets it. Plus, get direct access to me and our coaches via DM or email whenever you need guidance.
With the HRA family by your side, you'll gain confidence, clarity, and momentum - because we're better together.
But you get it all for just:
👉 $77/month (or $770/year — 2 months FREE!)
That’s less than the cost of a daily coffee ☕ or the gels you use on your long run… for a complete coaching system, proven training resources, and ongoing support.
Healthy Runner Academy members are getting real results. But don't just take our word for it.
Here's how Healthy Runner Academy is helping real runners focus on what matters, follow through, and build stronger running that lasts:
Strength training is the #1 way to bulletproof your body as a runner.
You’ll get my proven, runner-specific workouts that have helped countless athletes in our 1:1 coaching program get stronger, run faster, and finally stay injury-free. Just this bonus alone has kept runners consistent year after year.
Stop guessing what, when, and how much to eat.
Our expert sports dietitian, Brooke Czarnecki, RDN, walks you through exactly how to fuel before, during, and after runs. From daily balanced nutrition to recovery fueling and even weight management strategies — you’ll finally feel confident about what goes on your plate to support your training.
Shin splints? Tight Achilles? Knee or hamstring aches?
I’ll hand you my plug-and-play templates for the most common running injuries — complete with reps, sets, progressions, and instructional videos. These are the exact evidence-based exercises I’ve used with thousands of runners over 20 years as a physical therapist. You’ll save hours of “Dr. Google” guesswork and finally know exactly what to do to get back on track.
Coming back from injury, time off, or postpartum?
This structured 6-week plan tells you exactly how much to run, how often, and with step-by-step walk/run progressions to rebuild safely and confidently. No more fear of doing “too much too soon” — this proven roadmap ensures your comeback sticks without setbacks.
✅ Healthy Runner Academy Membership — Ongoing coaching, training system, and community support to run strong & injury-free
(Priceless — but valued at $1,485/year)
PLUS these 4 powerful bonuses (yours FREE):
🎁 Bonus #1: Healthy Runner Strength Program — $297 Value
🎁 Bonus #2: Nutrition for Runners Mini Course — $197 Value
🎁 Bonus #3: Injury-Specific Exercise Templates — $397 Value
🎁 Bonus #4: Signature Return-to-Run Program — $297 Value
✨ Total Value = $2,673
But when you join today, you get it all for just:
👉 $77/month (or $770/year — 2 months FREE!)
Join Monthly
That’s just $17.71/week — or about $2.53/day (less than the energy gels you use on your long run).
👉 Stay strong, consistent, and injury-free — all for the cost of a daily snack.
Save $154 by Joining Yearly
That’s only $64/month, $14.70/week, or just $2.10/day — less than your morning coffee.
👉 Save money, commit to your goals, and run with confidence all year long.
But Fair Warning!
There is a specific reason the registration period for The Healthy Runner Academy is only available for a short period of time.
I like spending more of my time serving my running community vs. promoting to my running community. So like a college or university, enrollment is only open for a short period of time. Then we shift gears to focus our energy on teaching, supporting, and helping you create a stronger running body that provides you confidence for lifelong running.
That's why it's important you know that the registration period ends at 2:00 pm ET on September 30th. You must register before this time.
There will be no exceptions and no reopens.
Absolutely. The Healthy Runner Academy was built specifically for busy adult runners who feel stuck, frustrated with injuries, or unsure how to train smarter. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been running for years, if you want to run stronger, stay consistent, and enjoy running for a lifetime — this is for you.
You get a complete, proven system for injury-free, lifelong running. Inside, you’ll find:
Live Q&A with Duane to get direct answers to your running questions.
Monthly tutorials that break down strength, nutrition, recovery, and mindset into simple, actionable steps.
Runner-specific exercise library so you always know exactly what to do.
Workbooks, trackers, and checklists to keep you consistent.
Group coaching sessions with real-time feedback.
A private runner community for accountability, connection, and direct access to our coaching team.
And remember — you get all of this for less than the price of a cup of coffee a day.
Perfect! This isn’t here to replace them — it’s here to support and complement the work you’re already doing. Think of it as your ongoing “running toolbox” with extra structure, guidance from Dr. Duane Scotti, and community. Many of our members still work with local PTs or coaches, but they love having Healthy Runner Academy as their trusted system to fill the gaps between appointments or training plans.
Because it’s not just me who enjoys challenging myself trying to get faster in my mid 40's all while staying healthy! This system has been tested and proven with hundreds of real runners just like you — people who were once frustrated, injured, and unsure how to move forward. Now, they’re running consistently, hitting PRs, and most importantly — staying healthy. You’ll see their stories throughout this page. If they can do it, you can too.
I hear you. Many of our members came in feeling exactly the same way. The problem isn’t you — it’s that you’ve been piecing together random tips and programs without a clear, proven system. The Academy takes away the guesswork. You’ll know exactly what to do, when to do it, and how to adjust if life gets in the way — so you can finally move forward with confidence instead of spinning your wheels.
Not at all. The Academy isn’t just about racing — it’s about building a strong, healthy foundation for running at any age. Whether you’re chasing a PR, running for stress relief, or simply want to stay fit and active, the system applies to you. And our community is filled with runners of all goals and levels.
Speed doesn’t matter here. What matters is your commitment to becoming a healthier, stronger runner. The Academy was designed for everyday runners — busy adults in their 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond — who want to keep running for life. If you can run (or want to run), you’re ready.
Nope — no gym, no problem! Every strength exercise inside Healthy Runner Academy is designed specifically for runners and can be done right at home with little to no equipment. All you need is your own bodyweight (and maybe a set of resistance bands or light dumbbells if you want to level up).
You’ll get guided, follow-along routines that fit into your busy schedule — no crowded gyms, no complicated machines. Just simple, effective exercises you can do in the comfort of your living room to get stronger, run faster, and stay injury-free. However, if you have access to a gym - we've got exercises for you that will help you get stronger for running!
Founder & Head Coach
Duane Scotti, DPT, PhD, OCS is a running physical therapist, run coach, host of the Healthy Runner podcast, and founder of Spark Healthy Runner and has been a leader in the rehab and running community for 20+ years. He is truly living his passion educating the running community that they don’t need to stop running to get over a running injury. Through his signature 1:1 coaching program, weekly videos, and podcast episodes, he empowers runners to get stronger, run faster, and enjoy lifelong injury free running. Through strength and run specific training you can build your body to have a strong mind, strong body, and just keep running! Duane recently completed his 5th marathon feeling strong and healthy and will be running the Philadelphia marathon in the fall and the Disney Dopey Challenge for the second time in January!
The Healthy Runner Academy isn’t just a membership — it’s your roadmap to growth as a runner and in life.
If you’re ready to finally run with confidence, strength, and speed — while staying healthy so you can keep running for decades to come — this is your moment.
Say yes to running faster.
Say yes to feeling stronger and more balanced.
Say yes to showing your family what’s possible when you commit to injury-free, lifelong running..
I look forward to being your guide along the way.
Click the button below and register now. I'll see you inside the program.
Last Chance to Join Healthy Runner Academy Before We
Close Enrollment on Tuesday 9/30/25 at 2pm ET!
If you've got questions or you're not sure if the academy or coaching is right for you,
email me at duane@sparkhealthyrunner.com
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