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Running Fit Lab team training in Bay Area
Running Fit Lab · Dublin, CA · Est. 2009

More Than
a Coach.
A Community.

Running Fit Lab exists to make running accessible, purposeful, and joyful for every runner in the Bay Area — from your first 5K to your Boston qualifier.

Our Mission

Running Should Feel
Like Yours.

At Running Fit Lab, we believe running should feel fulfilling, empowering, and deeply personal — whether you're chasing your first finish line or your next marathon PR.

We break down the mechanics of running, teach every athlete how their body works, and build the confidence to go further than they thought possible. Because the best training isn't just physically smart — it's something you actually want to show up for.

Running isn't something you do alone. It's a team sport — with coaches, community, and genuine encouragement guiding every stride.

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Coach Francisco Gomez running coach Dublin CA
Francisco Gomez
Head Coach & Founder · Running Fit Lab
Meet Your Coach

Coach
Francisco Gomez.

Coach Francisco brings a rare blend of scientific knowledge, competitive experience, and genuine empathy to every runner he works with. His gift isn't just the expertise — it's his ability to listen, observe, and make every athlete feel understood.

RRCA Certified Running Coach Road Runners Club of America
USATF Certified Coach USA Track & Field
15+ Marathons Completed Including Boston & New York City
Head Coach, Running Fit Lab Dublin, CA · SF Bay Area · Since 2009
Coaching Philosophy
Run by Feel — Not Just by Data
Running is movement, intuition, and experience. Francisco teaches runners to trust their bodies — not just their watches.
Prioritize Mental Well-Being
Running should feel therapeutic, not stressful. Joy, confidence, and self-kindness are built into every plan.
Train Smarter by Slowing Down
Easy miles build strong runners. Sustainable progress comes from patience — not constant intensity.
Community Over Competition
At Running Fit Lab, you're competing with the best version of yourself — supported by a team that genuinely lifts you higher.
"

Running is a journey of self-discovery. With the right support, every runner can achieve more than they believe possible.

— Coach Francisco Gomez · Running Fit Lab
15+
Years Coaching
1,000+
Runners Coached
22
Boston Qualifiers
and counting
All
Levels Welcome
The RFL Community

Stronger
Together.

Running Fit Lab is more than a coaching service — it's a community. We lead weekly classes, support athletes through training cycles, and create a space where every runner feels welcomed, encouraged, and inspired.

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Running classes Dublin Bay Area
Weekly Group Runs
Mon, Wed & Sat — structured, coached, and built for every pace.
Race Support
We race together — from local 5Ks to the California International Marathon.
Real Accountability
Your coach and teammates show up for you — rain, shine, or taper week.
Bay Area Roots
Proudly serving Dublin, San Ramon, Danville, Pleasanton, Livermore & beyond.
Dublin, CA · SF Bay Area · All Levels Welcome

Ready to Join
the Lab?

Whether you're looking for private coaching, group classes, or a custom training plan — your journey starts with a single step.