Jeff Galloway was a running coach and advocate whose death at age 80 has drawn public remembrance, as announced in a social media statement that began, "Sadly, we lost someone truly irreplaceable today." The statement described him as a husband, father, grandfather, coach, and mentor and said he celebrated every mile and every walk break.
The statement said Galloway spent his life proving that anyone could cross a finish line and that he had an almost supernatural ability to see what a person could become in fitness and in life. The message added that he coached millions and found fulfillment in individual stories of personal accomplishment.
Galloway popularized the run walk approach to running, often called the run/walk method and known by his name as the Galloway Method or as "Jeffing." His career spanned more than 50 years and he promoted walking intervals as part of running routines to help a wide range of people reach finish lines and personal goals.
Event Reaction And Related Announcements
runDisney reflected on Galloway's influence and noted that runDisney participants are familiar with him, directing readers to its site for more information. The social media message thanked him for believing in people and for celebrating both fast marathon finishes and first miles alike.
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