Testimonials

I've been working with Gaby as my running and strength coach for the last 4+ months, and in a short period of time I'm the healthiest and strongest I've felt in a long time. After being stuck in an injury cycle I knew something needed to change, the first being prioritizing my lifting in a way I never have before. She takes everything into consideration when it comes to my program: any problem areas, personal goals, little desires so it works with my life. I've gone from someone who was never fully bought into the power of lifting to someone who's ALL IN and now loves it! I feel like a strong athlete again and it's been awesome.

I've also appreciated her guidance with my running. As a coach, it's so nice to not have to think about my own training and be able to "get to be an athlete." I'm training in a way that's different than what I've done in the past, but I'm embracing it, and it's cool seeing my body make strides and show me it can still chase the goals I want! I'm hopeful about my running overall for the first time in a long time and owe that to Gaby's guidance!

I'm not exaggerating when I say that working with Gaby has been life changing. I came to her with chronic hip issues that were interfering with my running goals. She was so thorough in identifying the problem and planning a detailed plan of action to tackle it. My sessions with her have been physically challenging (in a good way), and I have made so much progress in terms of hip mobility and strength. I especially appreciate her specific guidance on returning to running without pain. When other medical professionals have told me to "scale back," which is hard to quantify, Gaby gives me actual mileage targets each week so I can safely increase my training volume. I cannot thank her enough for her attention and expertise.

Getting to work with such an accomplished runner which as Coach Alex has been an incredible experience. Her knowledge and passion for the sport shines through and keeps you motivated to keep doing better! Very happy I decided to become part of the GRS community and Im already looking forward to the next training block.

For over a year, I have been working with Gaby on rehabbing a knee injury. Because of this injury, I was very hesitant to return to dance at full intensity. Gaby has been invaluable in helping me overcome this mental block and achieve my dance goals while remaining injury free. She tailors our sessions based on how I am feeling on a given day and makes strength training enjoyable yet intense. I am so lucky to have Gaby, and I always look forward to working with her every week!

I started working with Gaby after dealing with hip pain for over a year. Gaby treats me like an athlete - she gives me challenging and creative workouts and makes sure I understand why I’m doing each exercise. I’ve worked with other physical therapists and never felt like I was building real strength. Now I have a plan for building my miles back up and am confident I will be back stronger than before!

I first started working with Gaby and Pete in August. I was suffering from a calf strain mid-marathon training that left me unable to run without significant pain. I knew I needed to make a change in my training and cannot express how lucky I am that I connected with Go Run Stronger. It has changed everything!

Gaby and Pete got me back on my feet and through their expertise, care, and support helped me regain my confidence in running. Prior to working with them, my experiences had led me to believe that injuries were an inevitable part of running. I was fearful and full of doubt; however, my experience with GRS has helped me overcome that fear, confidently set running goals, and achieve milestones I never would have dreamed of hitting prior to working with this team.

In particular, the communication and support that have come from this program have exceeded all of my expectations. Gaby, who is my run coach, acknowledges every workout, asks me how everything is feeling regularly, wants to understand my goals, and programs to include all of these factors. She is an expert at what she does, but more importantly she is an incredible person to have in your corner. For the six months I’ve worked with her, I have been blown away by her response time and attention. She is always one of the first people to text me after a race and to celebrate my wins. Her dedication to what she does instills confidence in you, makes you believe you are capable, and gives you every tool you need to be capable. Working with Gaby, I was able to recover from the calf strain and complete my first marathon. More recently, I did a 50k perimeter run of NYC. For both, I felt so strong and was able to just enjoy the run—no fear of injury or distracting pain.

The wins I have had with running since joining this program have meant so much, especially after years of loving the sport but feeling limited by my body. I am now confidently pursuing distances and paces I wouldn’t have thought possible just six months ago, and it has everything to do with the quality of this program and the genuine care, support, and expertise that Gaby provides to each client on her roster.

I was always hesitant to hire a coach because I worried they wouldn’t listen to me and would push a rigid workout plan. However, working with Gaby completely changed my perspective. She took the time to understand my goals, adjust my training to fit my lifestyle, and always made me feel heard. As a slower runner, I thought a coach would only focus on making me faster, but Gaby celebrated every win—big or small—and constantly reminded me how far I’ve come, even when I couldn’t see it myself. Her support has made all the difference in my running journey!

I came to Gaby the summer going into my junior year of division 1 cross country and track with a chronic shin injury that had been affecting me for years. Immediately upon meeting with Gaby we developed a strong connection since she is also a phenomenal runner herself! She addressed the root problem of my injury which no doctor had ever done. We came up with a game plan and even after I went back to college in the fall she stayed in touch with me weekly checking in to see how I was progressing. I’m happy to say I am now both stronger and faster than I’ve ever been in my entire life. Working with Gaby has truly been a game changer as she taught me the value of listening to your body and trusting the process because progress is not always linear. I am forever grateful to have been able to work with her!

I started working with Gaby after knee arthritis kept me from running for a year and a half despite physical therapy. After just a couple of months of PT with Gaby I was back on the road again building up from literally zero! Six months later I was running my first half, and now paces I thought would take me years to reach suddenly seem possible. Running feels magical again. I'm so glad to be working with Gaby and would recommend her to anyone at any level!

My son Caden’s experience with Gaby, during his recovery from surgery and now maintenance, has been nothing short of exceptional. After my son underwent cartilage restoration surgery
on his right knee, and a diagnoses of OCD in his left knee, and given a 9-12 month rehab timeline, we knew physical therapy would be crucial for his recovery and return to sports. Finding Gaby has made all the difference in Caden’s rehab, she has been an integral and invaluable piece in his recovery. I say with all sincerity that he would not be the athlete he is today had we not met Gaby!

What immediately set Gaby apart for us was the sports-minded approach she took throughout Caden’s healing journey. She created an environment that was both fun and challenging for
Caden and gave him a sense of camaraderie helping to fill the void he was missing from being on a team. The mental toll that an injury can have on an athlete is something that is often
overlooked when putting together a care plan, but it so important for a complete recovery. Gaby cultivated an atmosphere that fostered a feeling of teamwork and support helping him
mentally more then he even realized at the time. She had an integrative approach that combined both physical therapy and performance training that got him excited and gave him a sense of purpose and motivation throughout his rehab.

The transition from therapy to performance coaching toward the end of his treatment was seamless allowing him to recover physically but also mentally prepare for a return to play, giving him full confidence and trust in his body. One of the important things Gaby did was use quantitative tests to objectively measure Caden’s progress. Although his surgeon cleared him for sports, Gaby wouldn’t give her clearance until he met specific performance goals. When she said he was ready, he knew he truly was! Gaby’s work made my son stronger and more athletic overall, and I know he is in a better place physically now than he would have been without the high-level care and ongoing support he received from Gaby.

Caden feels stronger than ever before and has a sense of confidence and control that his body is able to do what he pushes it to do, that is required to compete in high level physical sports. Gaby’s comprehensive, detailed approach has provided us with peace of mind every step of the way. Even now, 2 years post-surgery, Caden continues to see Gaby regularly for maintenance
therapy and pre-hab as her guidance has been invaluable. She has been a vital resource for us that provides piece of mind when he experiences any aches and pains along the way or just to
help calm any concerns I have as an anxious parent. Her depth of knowledge is truly impressive, and it’s clear that she stays up to date with the latest research and techniques in the field. Gaby
is not only highly skilled but is genuinely passionate about her work!

They say the comeback is better than the set back and Gaby has been a huge part in making that statement true for Caden. I can’t recommend Gaby highly enough-her expertise, dedication, and sports-focused approach have been a game changer!!!

I am relatively new to running long distances and only have two races under my belt. For my first marathon, I tried using a generic template that I found with a quick google search, and it left me injured halfway through the training block. During that time, I was desperate for help but there were no PTs in my area with any marathon experience. My friend recommended to check out Gaby and her program.

During our first consultation call, Gaby was such a warm presence and helped me formulate an effective plan that helped me make it though my first marathon. Because I had such a great experience with her, I hired her to help me out with my next race. With her guidance, I’m proud to say that I just finished my second race without any injury during the training block and a PR I never imagined possible.

Gaby is knowledgeable, kind, and understanding. At times, she believed in me more than I believed in myself. I can honestly say that I went farther than I ever thought I could with her help. If you are on the fence with hiring her or using her program, I highly encourage that you do. You will not regret it!

Gaby is by far the best PT I’ve worked with! When I came to her with a stress fracture, she approached my treatment with such care and personalization. Gaby not only helped me address the causes of my injury and come back to running safely but also guided me in building a strong foundation to improve my performance this season. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with her.

As a cancer and heart failure survivor I wanted a run coach who could safely guide me to become a better runner. Gaby is able to combine her experience as an accomplished runner, evidence based research, her expertise as a run coach, and your individual situation to create an effective customized program. Gaby has been able to help me safely ramp up my miles as well as push me through challenging run workouts.I appreciate Gaby's emphasis on run specific strength training. I not only feel stronger during my long runs but I also feel less soreness and am able to bounce back faster for my next run or workout.

Gaby has also been invaluable in my most challenging times - getting Covid two weeks before my first ever race and having other health conditions come about during training. She is able to modify my training schedule to ensure my health rebounds but also to ensure I progress in training. If I didn't have Gaby as my coach, I don't know how I would have managed these hurdles. As a fellow physical therapist, I am so proud to have Gaby not only as my coach but as a colleague. The field of physical therapy and running is in excellent hands with Gaby leading the way!

I can’t say enough about the incredible coaching I’ve received from Gaby and Pete. A few months ago, I was coming off a bone stress injury in my shin, unsure of how to safely rebuild my running. Thanks to their expert guidance—Gaby’s smart, progressive run programming and Pete’s strength training—I not only recovered but came back stronger than ever.

Their background as physical therapists was a game-changer. They didn’t just help me train; they helped me understand how to move efficiently, prevent injury, and build the strength I needed to sustain higher mileage. Their knowledge of biomechanics and injury prevention made all the difference in my recovery and performance.
The result? I just ran my first half marathon in under two hours! Something that felt impossible just a short time ago is now a reality, all thanks to their personalized approach and unwavering support.
If you’re looking for coaches who truly care, who tailor training to your unique needs, and who will help you reach goals you didn’t think were possible, Gaby and Pete are the absolute best. Highly recommend!

I’ve been running for a decade and have faced a seriously challenging injury nearly every year. Since I started working with gaby, I’ve noticed serious improvements in how my joints and muscles feel after long runs and how much more efficiently my body recovers. Gaby is so on top of coaching, and I genuinely feel as (if not more!) supported and attended to as I have been with in-person coaching. Can’t recommend enough!!!