A former Swiss Athletics coach will be the coach of the project.
On Running has announced that it will be supporting the “800m WOMEN Project” as its official partner. The project is a training group based in Bienne/Magglingen, Switzerland, and Potchefstroom, South Africa, coached by former Swiss Athletics coach Louis Heyer.
On will support the training group consisting of Valentina Rosamilia (SUI), Rachel Pellaud (SUI), Gabriela Gajanová (SVK), Angelika Sarna (POL), Kristiina Mäki (CZE), and Bregje Sloot (NED), with running gear and financial aid to support their athletes with travel expenses, housing, physiotherapy needs and R&D perspectives.
Louis Heyer brings a wealth of experience to the team. As the former Head Coach of Endurance at the Swiss Athletics Federation, Heyer attended three Olympic Games, eight World Championships, and 12 European Championships. His training philosophy is grounded in a physiological model for the 800m, with a strong emphasis on running economy. His coaching is known for its blend of scientific methodology, sensitivity, and a humanistic approach.
