Student Testimonials

“Before I met Damian and was introduced to Chi Running, I was an average, SLOW runner plagued with chronic shin splints and knee pain.  After working on my technique with Damian, I am pain-free and have already shaved some time off my pace!  Now every time a friend, neighbor, family member complains of running-related injuries I can’t stop myself from inundating them with what I’ve learned from Damian because now I know there is a BETTER WAY! Damian and Chi Running have completely changed my running/life! Thank you Damian!!!”

-Celia Smith Christensen, Wholistic Running student

“Thanks so much for the wonderful lesson.  It was even better than I had hoped.  After class I ran the length of Peet’s Hill and back, concentrating on various tips you gave me.  It felt awesome!  You are not just very knowledgable on the subject, but are obviously very good at recognizing and diagnosing problems.  Furthermore, you have a great way of explaining the focuses in a way that makes them easy to visualize and carry out.  I’ve been telling everyone what a great lesson it was.”

-Chuck Swenson, Wholistic Running student

      “I had such a lovely run yesterday.  It was so peaceful and so fun to think about form instead of distance and time.  Because I wasn’t dwelling on it, I ran farther than I planned but in the same time allotted.  I love it.  I want to go again! Thank you for sharing Chi Running.”

-Kathi Jenkins, Wholistic Running student

“I had a great race today, it was so fun!  Thank you yet again, Damian, for teaching me proper running form with Chi Running.  I love running now more than ever before!  It’s so fabulous to run a 10K and feel great!  No pain whatsoever!  I’m not even sore!  Thanks, Damian!”

-Michelle Chandler, Wholistic Running student 

“Damian is a gifted Chi Running coach and accomplished ultra runner. His understanding of anatomy, movement, and nutrition is thorough and well earned. His easy going and supportive teaching style will serve you well. Most important of all is that Damian ‘s heart is in the right place enabling his passion and enthusiasm for wholistic running to inspire you. Whether you are a long time runner or new to this freeing form of movement, I highly encourage you to do a session with Damian!”

-Chris Bunting, owner of Bikram yoga Bozeman, Wholistic Running enthusiast

“I enthusiastically recommend the services of Mr. Damian Stoy for any beginner, serious, experienced or aspiring runner. As an aging athlete who has been coached by some of the finest coaches in the world, I wholeheartedly endorse Damian Stoy as being a knowledgeable running coach and true professional. His grasp of the mechanics of Chi Running, combined with his intuitive and passionate style of teaching, has in short order revolutionized my running and my life! Thank you Damian, here’s to many more miles!”

-Arch Wright, Wholistic Running student

“Thanks Damian for another amazing Chi Walking session!  Between body mechanics and your wisdom, I am assimilating a lot!  Who knew I would be so passionate about walking!

-G.C., Wholistic Running student

“Finding an optimal cadence with Damian’s help was the defining factor to be able to run with no aching muscles and running twice as far.  This lesson made running easier and more enjoyable.  For me, a teacher is the only way to learn this technique because it’s so involved in the beginning.  It helps to have Damian correct my form which feels different at first but is so efficient.  He really pays attention to all the little details and he has a gift for teaching Chi Running.  Damian also talked about the Chi Running philosophy and how running can become a meditation and joyful experience.  I knew I needed this!  I look forward to learning and practicing more, it helps me in everyday activities,  and most of all I’m having fun while I run.  I truly love Chi Running.”

-Kara Herman, Wholistic Running student