Team Running Niche

Have you spotted those dedicated runners in the neon green singlets around Forest Park, Tower Grove Park, and local races? Wondering who they are? They are members of Team Running Niche. We are a vibrant community of runners with a shared passion for improving our running abilities.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, we welcome anyone with a personal goal to enhance their running performance. Our coach, Bob Dyer, specializes in guiding post-collegiate athletes who aim to continue their competitive careers. Having gone through the same journey himself, Bob understands the challenges faced when training independently after college.

All of our Team Running Niche members train using the Lydiard® Method. Bob achieved impressive results using the Lydiard Method, setting personal records ranging from 5K (14:37) to the marathon (2:21:07) and various distances in between. To help you achieve your running goals, both Team Running Niche coaches, Bob Dyer and Jennifer Henderson, are Lydiard® Certified Coaches.

Lydiard Training is an effective endurance training approach developed by the renowned coach Arthur Lydiard. This method has aided everyone from Olympic medalists to individuals recovering from heart attacks in reaching their racing and fitness objectives. It consists of five carefully designed phases, each targeting specific systems required for race day success.

If you are interested in training using the Lydiard® Method and joining Team Running Niche, please reach out to us at info@runningniche.com.

Click here to learn more about The Lydiard® Method.

Check out Running Niche Run Club, our weekly Wednesday night running group at our store for a great way to connect with other runners and walkers in the St. Louis area.