Long time athlete. I was a good tennis player, but only a mediocre runner growing up; I never made top-10 on my HS XC team. I started to find competitive success in running only in my late 30s, after moving to Denver. Training is part, but not my whole life. Balance is needed for long term viability

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

I’m a coach based in Western North Carolina, specializing in runners from 5k to 100 miles. With a holistic approach blending intuition and science, I help athletes build strength, resilience, and confidence. Running is a tool for healing, but true growth comes from finding your second wind.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I started running ultras in 2018 and never looked back. Running multiple distances via races, guided and solo adventures. I love what each of these can offer and how I can improve. These lessons and experience are exactly what I will share, ensuring you get the most out of your training and event.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

I'm an avid marathon runner in the Boston area. I've been running for the last 11 years, and I have personally seen how this sport rewards those that show up every day to put in the effort and work. I'm passionate about helping other runners reach their full potential!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

I am Heidi – a full time mom of 4, Doctor of Physical Therapy and lover of fitness. Running is my greatest passion, but find a balance with strength, endurance and being outdoors. I have completed many races of all distances in running and triathlons and now share the joy with my coaching clients!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Coach focused on simple, science-based training for busy lifestyles. I help first-time and returning runners improve with personalized guidance on pacing, form, fueling, recovery, and race strategy. Bilingual in English and Mandarin. Local and online coaching.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

My name is Brenda Bettencourt and am the sole coach of Island Tri Coaching. I'm physically located in Kailua-Kona and use Training Peaks as a way to communicate training programs. I offer local and distace coaching. I'm also a certified Sports Performace Specialist by American Council on Exercise.

• Triathlon

My name is Lisa. I have been coaching for a little over 8 years but have been in and around the fitness industry for over 20 years. I have a well rounded view of fitness and I believe that everyone should practice whatever activity or sport that makes them happy.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

I help people get better relationship with exercise and training.
I would love to be part of the athletic/sporting journey of anyone wanting to get into endurance sports.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

Movement is medicine. Sport helps us discover ourselves and live a fulfilling life.
I am passionate about helping athletes of all levels achieve their goals and develop a healthy, well-rounded relationship with their fitness, health and themselves.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Mountain lover and sport enthusiast. I love being outdoors, exploring the wilderness — trail running is my main passion, alongside cycling and climbing. Sport, to me, is the best way to share meaningful moments with people who matter, and the most powerful tool for personal growth.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Purpose-driven coaching tailored to your life and your goals, focused on breaking through perceived limits and redefining what you're capable of. You are capable of more than you believe, and I want to help extend your horizon.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I help busy professionals train for ultras with confidence, structure and smart coaching—without burnout or sacrificing career, family or recovery. Providing personalised coaching to help you train smarter, race stronger and perform with confidence.
Online and ‘on the trails’ coaching available.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I am a 42-year-old civil engineer who has always been a passionate endurance athlete and running coach. 20 years ago, I competed at the Egyptian National Championships in both swimming and athletics, and I'm currently part of the Egyptian Masters National Team.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

I am a running coach based in Colorado. I work primarily with recreational runners as part of a team of coaches with Mercuria Running, offering customized training plans in-person and online. Whether it is your first 5k or your 21st marathon, I would love to help you achieve your goals!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Running made me healthier and happier. Getting fitter, faster and training injury-free, meeting great people and spending time outdoors are my goals. UESCA significantly advanced my knowledge base. I'm an experience "stryd" runner and novice triathlete. Run as you are!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

An experienced ultra runner looking to share my expertise and lessons with you.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

My name is Chris, and I am passionate about running. I continuously learn from current research to better coach and educate my athletes. As an experienced personal trainer, I understand the value of strength training for improving running economy and performance.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

I'm a Syrian living in Iraq with over 7 years experience in working with non-profit organizations – after four years of working in this sector in Lebanon. I come to Free to Run org with experience in project management and coordination, field-based projects and referrals and medical assistance.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Intermediate

1-3 years

I’m a certified UESCA running coach and multi-race endurance athlete. I help adult runners, especially neurodivergent athletes, train with structure, build confidence, and reach their goals without burnout. My approach is data-informed, flexible, and grounded in realistic goals.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

UESCA-certified ultra running coach working online with runners across the UK and Europe. I help non-elite runners step up from half-marathon to ultra distances - and also coach road and trail runners at shorter distances.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

The Ultra Trail Academy has been created as a result of passion for ultra mountain running and my love of sharing my knowledge and experience. It will be my pleasure to work with those who are preparing for their mountain running debut as well as those who dream of improving their ultra performance.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

I coach runners who want to training meaningfully through the changing seasons of life and continue to pursue long term goals in road, trail, and mountain running. My aim is to help you stay connected to the athlete within you for the long run, sustainably and intelligently.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

As someone who took up running in her 40s to keep fit for hiking whilst away from the mountains, I am a latecomer to all things coaching and racing. I'm passionate about helping novice runners or those new to structured run training to achieve their goals, big or small.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I've been running for over 20 years and my coaching experience is about 10 years. I specialize in distances of 5-42 km and track running.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Brennan Townshend is one of the top fell, trail and sky runners in the UK and he is our head coach at High Peak Running. Brennan has won many races including 3 Peaks, Garmin Mourne Sky race, Skiddaw, Buttermere Sailbeck and Grisedale Horseshoe. He has run internationally for GB.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I am a long-time runner of over 30 years and physical therapist who specializes in treating and coaching runners of all abilities and ages, both in person as well as on-line. I own my own PT and run coaching practice called Endurance Running, PT and Performance Coaching.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

Since around 2019, I have been helping athletes unlock their true potential. I work with athletes of all levels, from short distances to long distances and ultramarathons. My goal is to guide them on the right path, make a positive impact on their lives, and help them enjoy what they do with passion

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Personalised Coaching for Busy Runners
Don't let life slow you down. Achieve your running goals with personalised online coaching designed to fit your busy schedule. We'll work together to create a training plan that considers your work, family and lifestyle, ensuring you reach the finish line fe

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I am an office worker who lives in Indonesia.
My running journey started back in 2012, I started casually running as a hobby was still a college student.
Then I started to take running more seriously since 2022 until now.

I have completed 3 full marathons up to date and hopefully will conquer more.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Hey there, I'm Jacob Snochowski.
My running journey started in 2005 when I joined the army. From just running without a plan or even a watch, I've evolved into a competitive runner and a proud member of Team La Sportiva and an experienced running Coach.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Coach Val is the founder of Running on Carbs, an online run coaching and plant-based nutrition company dedicated to helping busy professional women thrive as runners in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hello, glad you found me. As a Christian Life Coach and retired Army soldier, I found myself wanting to help others with nutrition and exercise. I am an avid runner and naturally positive.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

Hi, I’m Louie Niala, a competitive athlete with experience in track, road, and trail races. I’m also the head coach of our school’s track and field team, which regularly qualifies for national events. I coach athletes of all levels.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

A lifelong trail enthusiast and avid runner, my journey into trail running was inspired in my youth by exploring the rugged terrain of the San Francisco Bay Area. Now I have made this a lifelong pursuit of traveling all over the world for races and want to share it with others.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

I've been involved in some form of cycling, or running, for over 30 years. I joined my high school cross-country team in 1992, and started mountain biking a short time after that. Over the course of my racing career, I've also competed in over 225 cycling, mountain bike, or cyclocross races.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

I love working with beginning runners with big goals. Whether you're just getting started, or just starting to train "seriously," I'm here to help you understand how to become the best runner you can be.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

Hello,
I am an Ultra Runner and CrossFit athlete. I coach in both sports and love helping other go beyond what they think possible! Injury prevention and mobility are top priorities as well. It sucks getting hurt just because you didn't want to do the ten minute warmup.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Passionate about pushing yourself to see what your body is truly capable of in the world of endurance sport.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

Dad | Athlete/Runner | Running Coach | Follower of Christ | HR | Ogden Marathon Ambassador | SLC Marathon Ambassador

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I coach long-course triathletes who balance ambitious goals with demanding lives. As a five-time Ironman World Championship (Kona) finisher and full-time software engineer, I help athletes build structure, consistency, and confidence through efficient, evidence-based training.

• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

I’m Alla Shashkina, founder of The Quiet Run in Encinitas, CA. I integrate breathwork into running, drawing from my experience as an ultra runner with several 50Ks, a few 100Ks, and a marathon best of 2:58. My mission is to help runners discover their unique “language of breath,” e

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

SOY STEVEN Fisioterapeuta y Running Coach de Academia de corredores. Mí principal objetivo es ayudarte a lograr esa meta que siempre haz soñado. Iniciar tu viaje como corredor puede ser desafiante, pero no estás solo. En Academia de Corredores, entendemos tus preocupaciones, estamos para ayudarte.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

I am an active athlete and specialist in physical education and sports, a running
coach, and a rehabilitation therapist with a relevant education and approximately 10 years of experience. In my work, I adhere to the principles of evidence-based science, safety, and results-oriented work.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

Sub 3H Marathon finisher. Boston finisher. Dad for two girls. Running Coach focused on beginners and intermediate runners. + I speak Russian.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I'm a rehab physician with a focus in Running Medicine, gait analysis, strength training for runners, and now a proud UESCA certified Ultra Running coach.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I'm Stephen! I started with my running journey 7 years ago after losing 180 pounds and getting to experience the joy and freedom of running.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I am a Marathon Coach (UESCA/NAASFP) and endurance athlete. With a PB of 2:48 Athens marathon and a 100miles Rodopi Ultra trail finisher (25:15), I know exactly what it takes to bridge the gap between road speed and mountain toughness even when balancing a demanding career and family life.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years