Not Just Running
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Welcome to GRIT Running Center, our passion for the sport of running fuels everything we do. We pride ourselves on being a small training center that prioritizes one-on-one interaction with every athlete, taking the time to truly understand your individual needs. We believe true GRIT isn’t just about pushing harder—it’s about training smarter. The philosophy of GRIT is rooted in discipline, consistency, and structure. Training should prepare you for race day while still letting you enjoy your day-to-day life, not leave you depleted. We want every athlete to feel strong, energized, and motivated. Above all, the journey should be fun and fulfilling—because that’s when the best results come.
Training Plans • Group Classes • Private Sessions
Leave Better Than You Came
Founded on Passion
Chris Gonzalez
Owner, UESCA-RRCA Certified Coach
As a former NCAA Division 1 soccer player, Chris has always sought to challenge himself. After college, his fitness journey brought him to the Houston Chevron Marathon, where he was captivated by the energy, community and atmosphere of the sport. From there, running became integral to who he is. Through running, Chris discovered the ability to dig deep, to find his grit when things got tough in and out of the sport. With years of racing experience, five World Marathon Majors, and plenty of trial and error along the way, he’s built an deep understanding of what it means to train, perform, and grow as an athlete. He currently holds a personal best of 2:43:50 in the marathon. Chris’s mission is to help others build a healthy, sustainable relationship with the sport—one rooted in joy, balance, and purpose. He believes running should be fun and fulfilling, not depleting.
Kiplimo Chemirmir
Founder, Physiotherapist
Kip hails from the Kalenjin tribe in Kenya–a tribe renowned for producing some of the fastest runners in the world, including Eliud Kipchoge and Faith Kipyogen. For him, running is far more than a sport; it’s a form of meditation and self-discovery. Each step offers an opportunity to quiet the mind, connect with the breath, and find stillness through movement. After a long and successful career as both a runner (100+ races) and sports massage therapist, Kip often reminds his athletes that recovery and training with purpose are what sustain longevity in the sport. He believes that caring for the body allows athletes not only to perform better but to truly enjoy the process. Kip’s mission is to share the Kenyan running philosophy and warrior mindset, helping others discover a new relationship with running-as an awakening of their body and soul.
HERE’S WHAT SETS US APART
At GRIT Running Center, we are dedicated to empowering athletes through our training program. We understand that running is as much a mental challenge as it is a physical one. That’s why our in-person certified coaches go beyond handing out training plans. They provide personalized guidance, accountability, and motivation tailored to your unique goals and lifestyle, while also helping you manage the mental side of training, such as race-day nerves, pacing strategies, and overcoming setbacks. Whether you’re preparing for your very first 5K, chasing a new personal record, or aiming to complete all six Abbott World Marathon Majors, our goal is to help you show up at the starting line strong, confident, and ready to perform.
Your Treadmill • Your Pace