Rachid Habbaz
Running Rach - Coach Running East / Luxembourg
Welcome on Running Rachwebsite, the Rachid Habbaza passionate running coach based in Longwy.
Whether you're a beginner, an experienced runner or a seasoned competitor, Rachid can help you push back your limits, progress at your own pace and, above all... enjoy running.
Welcome to Running Rach, the website of Rachid Habbaz, a passionate running coach based in Longwy.
Whether you're a beginner, an experienced runner or a seasoned competitor, Rachid can help you push back your limits, progress at your own pace and, above all... enjoy running.
My career as a coach and athlete
I am Rachid HabbazI've been a keen runner since 1996. This sport has been with me for almost 30 years. I've learnt to practice it, to love it, to understand it... and today, I especially enjoy passing it on.
Holder of a diploma in specialised education and federal middle-distance coachI've been training since 13 years oldfrom recreational to international level. Currently coach at CAB BelvauxI've been lucky enough to accompany a number of athletes in Luxembourg national teamas Yannick and Sandra LIENERSas well as many regional and inter-regional racers.
On the track, I myself have been several times regional and inter-regional championfinalist at the France championshipsand winner of numerous road races.
Here are some of my personal bests :
- 800 m : 1'56
- 1000 m : 2'30
- 1500 m : 4'00
- 3000 m : 8'46
- 5000 m : 15'26
- 10 km: 32'51
- Half marathon: 1h16
- Marathon: 2:52
These performances are the fruit of many years of training, trials, failures and successes... but above all of constance. Today, I put all this experience at the service of those who wish to progress, while respecting their pace, objectives and values.
My name is Rachid Habbaz and I've been a keen runner since 1996. The sport has been with me for almost 30 years. I've learnt to practice it, to love it, to understand it... and today, I especially enjoy passing it on.
With a diploma in specialised education and as a federal middle-distance coach, I've been coaching for 13 years, from leisure level to international level. Currently a coach at CAB Belvaux, I've been lucky enough to coach a number of athletes in the Luxembourg national team, such as Yannick and Sandra LIENERS, as well as many runners at regional and inter-regional level.
On the track, I myself have been regional and inter-regional champion several times, a finalist in the French championships, and winner of numerous road races.
Here are some of my personal best times: - 800 m : 1'56 - 1000 m : 2'30 - 1500 m : 4'00 - 3000 m : 8'46 - 5000 m : 15'26 - 10 km: 32'51 - Half marathon: 1h16 - Marathon: 2h52
These performances are the fruit of many years of training, trials, failures, successes... but above all consistency. Today, I put all this experience at the service of those who wish to progress, while respecting their own pace, objectives and values.

Services made to measure to boost your passion of the race
Whether you're an amateur runner or an experienced athlete, I'll put all my expertise at your disposal. Field expertise to help you progress, organise your events or simply live your passion for running to the full.
With a human, rigorous and personalised approach, each service is designed to meet your objectives.Whether they are sporting, organisational or simply motivational.
Whether you're an amateur runner or an experienced athlete, I can offer you all my expertise in the field to help you progress, organise your events or simply live your passion for running to the full.
With a human, rigorous and personalised approach, each service is designed to meet your objectives, whether they are sporting, organisational or simply motivational.
Tailor-made training plan
Every runner is unique, and so is every objective. I offer you personalised support with a 100 % training plan tailored to your profile, your time constraints, your current level and your ambitions (performance, health, recovery, competition, etc.). I'll guide you step by step, remaining available and ready to listen throughout the process, so that your progress is consistent, motivating and sustainable.
Organising your race
From the idea to the finish line, I'll help you create and organise your race from start to finish: defining the route, logistics, safety, entertainment, managing registrations, etc. Drawing on my experience in the field, I can help you build a smooth, attractive and safe event, tailored to your audience and your resources.
High altitude courses
Treat yourself to a sporting break in the heart of nature. High-altitude courses give you the chance to boost your physical capacity, endurance and mental strength, in a motivating and rejuvenating environment. I'll take care of all the organisation: accommodation, routes, coaching, specific sessions... Whether you're in a small group or on your own, everything is designed to optimise your performance while giving you a great human experience.
Sport Speakers
Add rhythm and emotion to your events. As a sports announcer, I put my voice, my energy and my knowledge of the field at the service of your races, meetings or sports events. As an athlete and coach, I know how to thrill the audience and bring out the best in participants, in an atmosphere that's both professional and friendly.
A project, a question, a the urge to run further? Let's talk about it.
Whether you'd like a personalised training plan, to organise a course or simply to discuss your goals, I'm here to listen.
Based in Longwy, I work both locally and remotely. Don't hesitate to contact me for more information or to start a tailor-made project.
Whether you'd like a personalised training plan, to organise a course or simply to discuss your goals, I'm here to listen.
Based in Longwy, I work both locally and remotely. Don't hesitate to contact me for more information or to start a tailor-made project.
They speak of me...
Over the years, my involvement in the world of running has attracted the attention of the media. Several articles in the local and national press retrace my career, my thoughts on sport, and my human and professional commitments to running.
Whether it's about performance, coaching or my vision of sport, each article reflects a part of my story.
Over the years, my involvement in the world of running has attracted the attention of the media. Several articles in the local and national press retrace my career, my thoughts on sport, and my human and professional commitments to running.
Whether it's about performance, coaching or my vision of sport, each article reflects a part of my story.
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