Testimonials
"Coach Ray mentored me as a runner and person, giving me exposure to top level events and runners that I would never have had with another coach. He cared about me as an athlete and person from day 1, when I was running 19 minutes for 5K. Because of Coach Ray, I went places I could only dream of...Kenya, Korea, Ireland, Italy...and one day Chicago, where I averaged 18:04 for 5K for 26 miles. "
Christine Clifton
Team USA Member
Chicago Marathon 2:32.45
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"Ray's history of running and coaching are amazing. He has coached champions in all ages from the youth divisions to the masters ranks. All of these experiences allow him to coach and make training plans that best fit your goals and aspirations. Ray will get you to race your best when it counts!"
ERIC BLAKE
4 X Mt. Washington Winner
Team USA Member
National 10k Masters Champion
3 x World Master's Mountain Running Champion
"...I AM THANKFUL FOR A LOT OF THINGS IN MY LIFE, BUT HAVING YOU AS A COACH MENTOR, AND FRIEND IS AT THE TOP OF THE LIST!"
ANNMARIE TUXBURY
VERMONT MARATHON CHAMPION '22
NEW ENGLAND RUNNER MAGAZINE RUNNER OF THE YEAR 2019, 2020
OLYMPIC TRIALS QUALIFIER 2020 and 2024
PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE WITH ZAP ENDURANCE
2:30.09 MARATHON PB
1:12 HALF MARATHON PB
I had been running for several years before I began working with Ray. I was pretty successful competing on the local level, but had hit a plateau and was frustrated that I couldn’t improve much on my various PRs. Ray took the time to get to know my strengths and weaknesses, and from there designed a program that got me to the next level – and then some! The first year I began working with him – at the age of 40, I had personal records at every distance, from the mile to the marathon. The second year, I won a national masters cross country championship. He is steady, incredibly knowledgeable, dedicated and most important – a lot of fun to work with. I highly recommend Ray to all runners, whatever their goals may be.
KATE PADDON
2 X National Master's XC Champion
Philadelphia Marathon Masters Champion
New England Runner Master's Runner of the Year
I have know Ray Lapinski as a coach and a friend for over 20 years. His professional list of accomplishments will go unnoticed as he is the most humble coach I’ve ever known…THEY ARE NUMEROUS…right down to Olympic status athletes/teams he was chosen to coach. My personal coaching experience with Ray was spent while participating on a CT woman’s racing team…his love for the sport and genuine concern/interest in ALL our varying abilities was evident. I learned so many techniques/skills from Ray that I continue to carry into my 70’s, still remembering all the ‘tricks of the trade’ he taught me. YOU WILL NOT FIND A BETTER OR MORE DEDICATED COACH.
MELINDA STRUWAS
NATIONALLY RANKED MASTER'S RUNNER
WORLD MARATHON MAJORS COMPETITOR
Inspiring Running Success Stories
At Through The Line Training, we celebrate the achievements of runners who’ve reached new heights with personalized coaching and custom plans. From beginners completing their first race to seasoned athletes achieving personal bests, these stories showcase the transformative power of dedication, expert guidance, and tailored strategies.