
Experienced runner and coach that is focused on providing personalized/1:1 coaching for the post-collegiate and everyday runner! Competitive Runner for 16 years, and coaching for 4 years. Coach of multiple athletes who have gone to compete NCAA D1 and other collegiate programs.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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

Michelle is a certified UESCA & RRCA Run Coach, UESCA Endurance Sport Nutrition Coach, PEAK Performance Nutrition Coach, and RYT-200 Hour Yoga Instructor with over 18 years of road running experience from 5Ks to marathons.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years

I'm a UESCA certified running coach and an avid road and trail runner based in the Bay Area.
I earned my PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from Rice University.
Through athlete-centric and evidence-based approach, I coach recreational runners to become mentally and physically stronger.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

I'm a UK Athletics and UESCA-qualified trail and ultrarunning coach who is passionate about getting out into the mountains and having big adventures whether that be on foot, on the bike or on skis. My aim as a coach is to help athletes find a balance between adventure and challenging themselves.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

Running is my passion. Whether it’s a fast 5k or a challenging 100 miler, I find joy in the journey. Living with Type 1 diabetes has given me a unique perspective on pushing my limits and achieving my goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

UESCA-certified running coach and active-duty U.S. Army soldier with experience in the 75th Ranger Regiment and 10th Special Forces Group. I coach beginner runners, tactical athletes preparing for military selections, and endurance athletes from their first race to ultramarathons.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

I love everything endurance sports related and have more than 20 years of experience in various sports, not just endurance sports, with focus on preparation, performance and sports nutrition. I am very motivated to transfer my knowledge and experience and help others grow in sport and health.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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 am a former professional cyclist working with athletes to optimize their training and well-being for a harmonized performance where the athlete can truly experience the best out of themselves.
- Cycling
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years

Ben has been running as a high elevation endurance athlete for 8 years. His biggest races have taken him from the top of Colorado (Pikes Peak Marathon, 2023) to base of Everest (Everest Marathon, 2024). Ben brings extensive experience in evidence based endurance training for those seeking adventure.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
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

Hi, I’m Coach Rebecca! I’m a running & multisport coach. I’ve been an endurance athlete for over 30 years. I started coaching 16 years ago and earned my Master’s and Ph.D. in Exercise Science. Team Performance Project are runners, trail ultrarunners, adventure racers and SwimRun athletes.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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

An experienced ultra runner looking to share my expertise and lessons with you.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate

PRs:
Marathon 3:21 (Columbus, October 2024)
Half: 1:35
5k: 21:14
I am most proud of qualifying 3 times now to compete at the Abbott Age Group Word Championships for the marathon. I have raced all over the United States and traveled to the other side of the globe to race.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate

I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is striving for individuals to be able to continue running well into their life to ensure they stay active, healthy, and happy.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years

I'm a highly experienced athlete with with over 43 years of running experience, in a wide spectrum of running events stretching back to my marathon debut in 1982. In the last year I have formalised his expertise and I am now certified as a UESCA-qualified Ultra-Running Coach.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- 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

Double degree in administration and marketing but athlete and sportsman by passion for more than 19 years.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Intermediate
1-3 years

My name is Philip Bryden. I am the the founder and owner of Mush Nutrition. I have been involved in professional sports for many years, and have seen, first-hand, the need for change in the way that nutrition & training is viewed and approached.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years

I'm an ultrarunner based in the South East. I've been running most of my life and want to share the joy with everyone that I can while doing it injury free! I coach everyone from beginners to veterans, road runners and trail runners, any distance.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Hello! I have been an ultra runner for over 20 years and a personal trainer for 15 years. I coach individuals one-on-one, virtually focusing on strength, mobility, and sustainable training that supports health and performance. Looking forward to connecting and helping you on your running journey!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years

Hi there! I'm passionate about marathons with personal experience in long-distance running. I offer personalized training and strategies to help you reach your goals, improve performance, and prevent injuries. Let’s tackle marathon challenges together. There is no wall.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year

I'm Heather Hart, Exercise Physiologist, CSCS, and co-founder of Hart Strength and Endurance Coaching. I help clients reach their endurance goals while making sure they never lose their love for their sport. I specialize in coaching ultrarunning, adventure racing, and strength training.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years

I started running as a way to prepare myself for a career as a First Responder.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years

In 2011 I started small with 5k's. Since that time, I have run many half marathons, marathons as well as Boston, finished multiple 100 and 200+ mile trail races. I love to share my knowledge of running and I am looking to help others achieve their running goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

Hi, my name is Mattia Armellini I'm 26 and I am, first of all, a huge passionate about endurance sports in general. I'm from Italy where I compete in Cross Country skiing at a Professional level while being self coached. I love the physiological side of endurance sports, especially tirathlon.
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year

After a few years of running as an elite master's marathoner who had qualified for the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials, I have turned to running Mountain Ultra Trail races. I enjoy the science of running (nutrition and training) and use this and my experience to bring out the best in my athlete's!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

Hello, my name is Sam and I am a UESCA certified run coach. I have been running for a little over 10 years and after all those years of running, I decided that I wanted to become a run coach. I am excited for the opportunity to help others enjoy running too.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year

My name is Ray Bing. I've been running for over 10 years. I prefer the faster paces. I coach runners and aspiring runners and teach them how to be more efficient through strength, balance, and flexibility. By focusing on these 3, I have delivered amazing results to my athletes.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I am an avid runner living in Lakewood, Colorado. I love finding new trails, running with friends, taking on new courses and terrains all of which help me keep the excitement and joy of running alive. I’ll race anything from 5k to 50k to 100 milers and even the occasional beer mile. Let's chat!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate

I’ve worked with several types of athletes, from kids in after school running programs to high school students to adults running their first ultras or trail races. I’ve worked with NCAA athletes on the mental side of training and performance mindset. And I coach my wife… and we’re still married.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years

I am a writer and journalist who specializes in fitness, outdoors and the environment, as well as health-related topics. I am also an ultrarunner and mountain climber. I love being outside both for the physical and metal benefits and want to help others enjoy it as much as I do.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Coach VJ is a passionate beginner runner who is dedicated to improving his own running journey while helping others do the same.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year

Australian living in UAE for the past 6+ years. Currently riding for Dubai Police Cycling Team.
10+ years coaching experience in strength & conditioning, and sport specific including Olympic Weightlifting, CrossFit, Gymnastics, and Road Cycling.
- Cycling
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

Marathoner and Ultramarathoner,
I love learning and teaching through sport
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate

I’m Heyward Hart, a certified running coach passionate about helping people push their limits and find joy in the journey. As a student of the sport, I love digging into training theory and crafting individualized programs that bring out each athlete’s best.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

Microcosm Coaching is a human-first coaching organization that knows the best athletes don’t go it alone. That’s why Microcosm offers a diverse team of coaches with expertise in nutrition, mental health and performance that will help you sustain your love and passion for sport long term. Our coaches
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years

Ultrarunning coach specializing in working with those who are new to trails, attempting their first ultra, or just looking for their first structured training plan. I'm a data-driven coach who provides detailed plans, but also a cheerleader. My goal is to help you find joy in the sport!
- Ultrarunning
- 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

My mission is to inspire and empower runners of all levels to achieve their personal best through comprehensive training plans, personalized fueling and strength training recommendations, and unwavering support.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years

Hi, I'm Jessica! I'm a lifelong runner and began trail racing in 2018. I believe in meeting athletes where they are at and aiming trajectory towards those "dream big" goals. We celebrate the highs, the lows, and everything in between while in that process!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

I'm a UESCA certified running coach with a degree in Biochemistry. There are many training approaches out there and I would like to help you find one that matches your talents and training preferences. I will take a holistic individualized approach to help you meet your running goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

I’m a 65 year-old Ultrarunner, certified Ultrarunning Coach and brand ambassador for several endurance sports gear and nutrition companies. I’ve been a runner and cyclist for most of my adult life, and entered the Ultra world 9 years ago. I’ve since run 50 ultras from 50k to 100 mile distances.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years

My name is Deb Thurlow. First and foremost I am a single mom to the most amazing and beautiful 6 year old girl as well as a 1 year old golden retriever. Running is so much more than physical activity, or something to train for, it's a way of processing all that life has to give.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years

I’m Nick Barmpoudis, a former professional football player who transitioned into endurance sports and coaching.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced

I've been working in the fitness industry for nearly 20 years and I work with all ranges of experience from training for a first 5k to multi-day ultramarathons. My passion lies in helping others to find their potential and accomplish things they hadn't thought possible.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years


