Healthy Runner Store/Coach Lu - Marathon & Speed Specialist

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Lufeng Zou

Lufeng Zou (Lu) was born and raised in China. He has been living in the states since 2007. Coach Lu is a passionate running coach who enjoys all aspects of helping runners achieve their goals. He enjoys educating runners about different types of runs and does a great job explaining how and WHY specific runs are important to the training cycle. Coach Lu believes that you can do anything you set your mind to. He also loves to cheer on runners whether he is pacing various marathons or cheering from afar. 

Lu is a certified as a run coach through VDOT by Jack Daniels, ACE certified personal trainer and recently, fitness nutrition specialist. 

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First Marathon without Overwhelm or Burnout!

Rachel's structured but flexible plan that she received working with coach Lu, made her marathon dreams a reality not only surpassing her goal (sub 3:35:00) but enjoying the training process and the race day experience.

Frustrated Because You Are Not Getting Faster?

Francisco not only broke through his plateau with getting clarity and focus from coach Lu but qualified for the Boston Marathon during his first ever marathon at age 57!

She went from PHT for 10 years to Marathon PR and BQ!

Learn the key to Teresa’s success in finally getting over this pain and running the NYC half marathon in a time she couldn’t have imagined as well as going on to get a marathon PR and Boston Qualifying time with the guidance from coach Lu!

Deep Dive Trainings By Coach Lu

Take a listen to some of the Healthy Runner Podcast episodes that featured coach Lu

Episode 231: Marathon Training Tips for Summer Running

Coach Lu and Dr. Duane answer your marathon training questions for hot summer running

Episode 221: Race Questions: Proven Answers for Your Best Run

Coach Lu and Dr. Duane provide expert insights and answer your running questions to help you conquer your fastest race yet!

Episode 216: How to Train Downhills

Coach Lu and Duane reveal expert techniques and tips to help you master the art of running downhill!

Episode 189: Transform Your Long Runs with a Touch of Spice

Are you tired of the same monotonous long runs? Do you ever feel like your training needs a little something extra to keep you motivated and excited? Are you not only looking to finish that half marathon or marathon but looking to finish fast?

Look no further! We have the solution for you to transform your long runs with a touch of spice!

Episode 180: Marathon Training Mistakes to Avoid

Are you about to embark on marathon training?  This could be your first marathon, or you could be an experienced marathoner but you are still looking for ways to either crush a PR by running faster or actually complete the marathon training cycle without needing to miss workouts because you suffered a stubborn injury that seems to always creep up!

Do you want to learn the secret that is helping runners crush their marathon race feeling stronger than ever?

It is avoiding these 12 Marathon training mistakes!

Episode 139: Advanced Marathon Training

If you have hit a plateau and youwant to get faster, feel strong, stay healthy after crossing that 26.2 finish line, then this is the training for you!

Coach Lu shares his best tips for advanced marathon training and 5 keys to get a personal best or PR at your next marathon race!

Episode 121: Boston Marathon 2022 Recap with Shana Miller and Coach Lu

Shana Miller of Stiletto Running and our very own Healthy Runner Coach Lu will share their 2022 Boston Marathon experience with you as everyday regular runners just like you and me! 

Episode 115: Interval Running - Complete Guide with coach Lu

Coach Lu explains all about interval runs and why they are important.

Episode 95: Lessons Learned From the 2021 Boston Marathon with Coach Lu

How to PR your first Boston marathon may be something that sounds impossible!  

Episode 72: What Pace Should I Run with Coach Lu

Coach Lu from shares all his knowledge about running at an ideal pace, and what that might mean for you.

Episode 54: Half Marathon Training| Tips from the Healthy Runner Team

Meet the Healthy Runner coaching team. They share their half marathon training tips to get your running SPARK back!

What are people saying about working with coach Lu...

Tom Campbell

I have used numerous training programs in the past. Some of them were very generic while others were much more individualized. While they all worked to some degree, none came close to the training and guidance I got from Coach Lu and Spark Healthy Runner.

The training prepared me for the marathon I was aiming for and I got to the start line well-trained and injury free! The monthly coaching calls allowed me to discuss any issues or concerns I had with Coach Lu and we made the necessary adjustments. That doesn't happen with a basic online training program.

All of this led to another BQ! I'm looking forward to starting training for my next race with Spark Healthy Runner!

Annie Wang

I can’t thank Duane and his coaching team enough, especially coach Lu, for helping me fulfill my marathon dream!!!  I have participated in the Healthy Runner Coaching Program twice now and all the coaches were very supportive. Coach Lu would adjust the training plan to my schedule which made it easier for me to follow. Duane’s strength training helped me to get stronger so I can run faster without injury.  Coach Lu’s knowledge, tips, strategies and support not just helped me finish my first marathon but crushed my goal!  I recommend the Healthy Runner coaching program 100% if you want to take your running to the next level. Just be consistent and trust the process, you will crush your next race with this team!

John Castelluzzo

My experience with Spark Healthy Running was great! Through individual coaching, Coach Lu really helped provide structure to my half marathon training plan, and helped to provide encouragement and support, particularly when I experienced a few setbacks and minor injuries during my training.

The accountability that the coaching provided also assisted me throughout and kept me on track with my racing goals. The strength training supplemented my running by enabling me to gain and maintain both upper and lower body strength and agility, which I noticed made a significant impact with my running endurance later on in the racing cycle.

I would recommend this program to anyone who is looking to improve their running regimen and incorporate a good balance of runner-centric strength training along the way!

Holly Zeilinga

"Cannot recommend this program enough! I have been running for about eight years but have always been self taught. In the past two years I went through a nasty battle with plantar and some knee pain that sidelined me from running. Working one on one with Coach Lu changed the game for me! Coach Lu really pushed me in my running and taught me how to build a solid running base and incorporate strength training sessions and my much loved yoga classes. Because of the help from Coach Duane and Coach Lu I was able to run my first half marathon since 2017 and complete the entire thing pain free. Definitely recommend trying the program!!

Liz Fengler

"I have always been a long distance runner. I decided to join the Healthy Runner Coaching Program because I needed structure in my runs, strength workouts, motivation to help me reach my ultimate goal of running without pain, and ultimate race time goals that I have been stuck on trying to make progress.

My experience in the program has been amazing. Being able to message either one of my coaches with any concerns is very convenient. I do not believe I would have been able to get stronger on my own without their input on what I should do to become a stronger and faster runner. Coach Lu and Coach Duane have been amazing with coming up with different workouts to do. I could not become a stronger runner without them. I was able to increase my speed, my muscle endurance and my weekly mileage because they were able to push me to my goals.

I highly recommend the Healthy Runner Coaching Program to anyone who feels they need something to help them reach their running goals!

What Our Athletes Say About Training with Coach Lu...

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