Arete Endurance is our mission to help endurance athletes become the best versions of themselves expressed through endurance sports.

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

• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

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

Janelle is a passionate advocate for mental health. Having experienced firsthand the profound effects of running and exercise in managing anxiety and depression, she understands the vital role they play in promoting overall well-being. Embracing a philosophy of living life to the fullest.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Hi! I’m Kirsten! I’m so excited to be a UESCA Certified Running Coach! We are all unique and I believe in using a strong evidence-based approach tailored to you to help you reach your goals while finding joy in the sport of running!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Dr. Kelly Thomas is a pelvic & sports physical therapist and elite endurance coach in Woodland Park, CO- one of 37 Level 3 USA Triathlon coaches in the world! She specializes in coaching X-tri athletes, ultra runners, and pregnancy & postpartum.

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

• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I am a coach passionate about the sport of ultrarunning excited to see all athletes succeed whether it is from their first finish to top results and everything in between.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

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

Running was not my favorite sport growing up, but it has evolved to be a core part of my identity. I ran cross country and track in high school, ran in the NCAA for four years in college, and then stumbled into trail running after graduating. Now I race a little bit of everything!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

My first marathon was in 2006, and my first ultra in 2015. Since then I have run over 280 marathons with 100+ of those being ultras. I try to make running as fun as possible, so run all my races in costume, which is why I'm known as "Marathon CostumeChic"!

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner

0-1 year

Thru hiker turned ultrarunner, showing others they are capable of doing hard things. Im a new mom and extremely passionate about exercise during pregnancy and postpartum. I hope to help my athletes balance life but also accomplish their goals and push themselves beyond what they thought possible.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I only started running in 2017 but immediately fell in love with it. I hired my own coach in 2018 and it was a game changer. In 2020 I decided to take a coaching certification because I wanted to share my passion for the sport and help other achieve their goals!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Hi, I’m Jamie—run coach & endurance athlete. I help runners train smarter, stay healthy, and enjoy the process. I especially like working with beginners and postpartum women getting back into running, with personalized plans that meet you where you are and help you move forward with confidence.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

10+ years

I am Stefano and I will help you reach your personal goals, whether it's your first time running on trails or you want to improve your level of performance.
I am also certified as a breath coach and hypnotherapist (for the mental aspect of training).

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hi, I am Matthias Sandra - coach, athlete, and working professional. As the founder of We Are The Run, my mission is to help you enjoy a healthy and fulfilling running journey through a flexible, pragmatic, and science-driven approach.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Olita is the owner of Blue Horizon Endurance, which focusses on coaching ultrarunning and the new sport of swimrun. She is a former Division I swimmer, who has competed in hundreds of triathlons, open water races, and running races. Wanna try something new? Try swimrun or ultrarunning!

• Swimming
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

I love moving efficiently through the mountains, which I do in the form of ski mountaineering, rock and ice climbing, trail running, and backpacking. Intentional training helped me break through a personal fitness plateau, and now I love helping mountain athletes achieve their own goals.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

RDH Endurance Training loves to help athletes get outside their comfort zones. From first time marathons to first time 100 Mile races, we support our athletes by coaching and creating a program specifically designed for each athlete's goals and schedules.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Science driven. Athlete focused. Relationship built. I combine evidence based training, sports psychology, and individualized coaching to help trail and ultrarunners train smarter, build confidence, and reach goals that matter to them.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I am a UESCA Ultra Coach and Kenyan athlete. My 50K−200M coaching merges physiological understanding with rigorous, evidence-based systems. I engineer deep resilience and disciplined execution to guarantee performance. My methodology mitigates race failure and optimizes results.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

My name is Jay Steinberg and I'm a running coached based in Evergreen Colorado. You can usually find me on my local trails running with my son, dogs and friends. Or at the track coaching for the local middle school and Youth USATF cross country and track teams.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

My Name is Carol Dubbels. I have been a long distance swimmer, triathlete, and runner. I also have a Master of Physical Therapy and have been treating triathletes and runners for the past 17years. I have expanded into coaching over the last 3 years.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

I am here to help you achieve your goals. As a NASM nutrition coach and personal trainer I like to approach the coaching process wholistically, so that overall fitness is addressed as we push those miles on the road/trail. Your goal is my goal, lets get there

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I'm a UESCA certified running coach who loves to get people excited about running! I love working with beginner and intermediate runners and I'd love to coach you to your first half or full marathon finish while keeping you healthy and motivated!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

My name is Danielle and I have been a distance runner for over 16 years, tackling race distances from the 5K to the Marathon. I launched my coaching business Distance with Danielle in an effort to share to my love of running with others by coaching and helping runners achieve their goals!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Certified UESCA Running Coach and IINH Nutrition & Health Coach helping runners build endurance, get stronger, and fuel smarter. I combine evidence-based training, strength, and sports nutrition to help athletes achieve sustainable, long-term performance.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Working mom & sub-3 marathoner helping driven runners fuel well, train smarter, and build the mental resilience to reach their goals… no matter how full life is!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

Hello,

My name is Ryan, an avid runner that fell in love with the sport in 2015. I am a marathoner with the desire to complete my first ultramarathon in 2026. I want to pass my love and knowledge of running on to beginner runners looking for a way into the sport.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

Passionate ultrarunner based in Graubünden, Switzerland, with finishes including the Eiger Ultra Trail E101, X-Trails in Davos and participated in several backyard ultras. Working as professor and Director of Studies. I coach in German and English with a tailored, athlete-first approach.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I began competing in 2017. I have experience in short/long distances and on-road/trail events. I have a great understanding of the human body and physiology, as I am a Dr in Biomedicine and a student in sports medicine and science, knowing how to adapt the training according to the athlete's needs.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

As a lifelong runner I’ve run over 25 marathons, dozens of 1/2’s and even an Ultra. I am a 7x Boston marathon finisher and self coached myself to many PR’s. I’ve chased my dreams and goals for years and now feel pulled to share my passion, expertise and drive to help others reach theirs.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

Hi, I’m Jasper, a running and ultrarunning coach from the Netherlands. With a background in Applied Psychology and personal training, I combine physical and mental coaching to help runners train smarter, stay consistent, and confidently work towards their running and ultrarunning goals.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I am a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach, Nutrition Coach, and aspiring Running Coach. As an accomplished endurance athlete, former medical doctor, and evidence-based coach, I bring scientific rigor and a deep understanding of human physiology to help runners achieve their goals.

• 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

Empowering individuals to embrace trail running, I focus on fostering confidence and honing the essential skills needed for navigating trail systems.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach based in Oeiras, Portugal. I work mostly with runners starting out in trail and ultra, building plans around the terrain and the time they actually have. Coaching in Portuguese and English, remote or in person around Lisbon and Sintra.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hi! I'm Sophie, a trail and ultra runner from the UK, living in Innsbruck, Austria. I coach people who don't fit the stereotypical runner mould. Particularly those who are neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+ or living with chronic physical or mental health conditions.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

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

Hello, I am thrilled to introduce myself as your new endurance coach. My name is Kenny, and I have a passion for helping athletes reach their full potential through proper training and coaching.

Let's work together to crush your goals and take your endurance performance to the next level!

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Are you ready to take your athletic performance to the next level? I specialize in helping athletes of all levels unlock their full potential. Whether you’re training for your first race or aiming to break your personal best, I provide personalized coaching tailored

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

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

Hi, I'm Heather Anderson, a running coach, community builder, and passionate advocate for making running accessible to everyone.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hi, I'm a lifelong runner with a passion for helping others. I am an exercise scientist who specializes in biomechanics with an MS in Exercise Science and an American College of Sports Medicine Personal Training certification.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I have worked in the health fitness industry for over 30 years. I started with group exercise classes, and over the last decades my coaching morphs and grows like I do. The ride is amazing. It has taken me to amazing places, to meet amazing people. What I love the most, never stop learning.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I’m a running coach dedicated to helping athletes master their running and bring out the best in themselves. I combine science‑based training with clear, practical guidance so you can reach your full potential. Running can be life-changing. I have experienced it and want to help others do the same.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Hi, I’m Alicia, from Squamish! I'm a trail running coach supporting athletes to achieve their goals from the 5k, to 100 milers and beyond. As a lifelong runner, I believe that training needs to be fun, and tailored to the individual athlete and their lifestyle, priorities, and values!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

From an overweight, smoking 20 a day every weekend drinker, to representing Scotland in The Backyard Ultra 4 Nations championships 2025.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

My name is Ricky, and I have a lifelong passion for running that span from my youth as a middle-distance track athlete to my time serving in the Marine Corps, where I trained for the 5K distance. These days, I've taken my running to the next level by training for ultramarathons.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner

0-1 year

Hi, I’m Kevin. I got into triathlon and running in my early 30’s and have enjoyed it ever since. Now I’m looking to help anyone who is interested in starting their journey into the wild and wonderful world of endurance!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years