Hey there! I'm Alec, a former college runner now tackling ultramarathons in the mountains. With my experience in both competitive running and endurance events, I’m dedicated to helping others achieve their goals, whether it’s improving speed, endurance, or a new distance. Let's get after it!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

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

Performance-driven triathlon coach with 20+ years of athletic excellence. Former track athlete, Certified Professional Bike Fitter, and accomplished triathlete delivering results through precision.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

My name is Matthew McHugh and In am a avid trail & ultra runner that is passionate about coaching athletes to run and compete at ultra distances. I believe that then human body is an amazing machine with unlimited potential. I like to bring out that potential in my athletes.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

– My name is Sławek,
– I'm 44 years old,
– Running in the mountains for over nine years
– Current distances – 100 km – 150km with elevation gain between 5-10%

• Ultrarunning

• Intermediate

0-1 year

Hi my name is Paweł Cymbalista. I started running after I moved to Scotland in 2013. I joined a local Lochaber Athletic Club in Fort William, as I didn’t know how to go about my training I slowly started getting some structure. Now after many years I became a coach and a competitive runner.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

I am an endurance coach and multisport athlete with a strong focus on physiology, data analysis, and performance testing also train with precision. Leveraging tools such as INSCYD, power-based training, and metabolic profiling, I help athletes train smarter, not harder.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I started running in 2020, and it changed my life. Through my journey i want others to experience what benefits of running can do to a person. Besides its physical benefits mentally it has helped me a lot. Let me help you reach the best version of you through running.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

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

It means a lot to me that I can support runners in their aspirations and goals. Preparing them mentally, and physically through to making smart race day decisions, enabling them to run their best on the day.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

I am a new ultrarunning coach, but I have completed over sixty ultra-marathons, from 50K to multi-day events. I also have crew chief and paced seven individuals to their first or personal best in the 100-mile distance.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

Scottish trail and Ultra running coach, based in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland, but also spending time in the mountains around Lake Tahoe.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I'm a certified UESCA Triathlon, Cycling and Ultra Running Coach and have a proven track record of helping athletes like you, develop sport specific strength in the swim, on the bike, and the run. Since 2012, I have successfully coached many athletes and helped them achieve their goals.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

Hello, I’m Nikolaos Laftsidis, endurance running coach and founder of Consistent Runners. As a marathon runner and cyclist myself, I create personalized, science-based training plans to help athletes stay consistent, motivated, and achieve their goals.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

I’m Brent Adair, a UESCA-certified running coach and endurance athlete based in Nashville. Through Pacewise Coaching, I help first-time racers go from the couch to their first 5K, 10K, half, or full marathon with personalized, science-backed plans, in person or online.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

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

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I’m an endurance coach based in Co. Wicklow, Ireland, specialising in trail and ultrarunning. My approach is simple: clear, purposeful training built around the individual and real life — evidence over trends, consistency over complexity.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

My passion for running has led me to the finish line time and time again, and also inspired me to become a certified coach, dedicated to helping others excel in their athletic pursuits. Join me today and let's take your running journey to the next level—one step at a time!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

Together, we consider and prepare my athletes for both process and outcome goals from beginner runners wanting to run 1 mile continuously to athletes running sub 2:40. Holistic coaching through in person and virtual training/meeting platforms includes mindset, nutrition, complements components.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

I was a previous D1 cross country and distance running athlete, and marathon runner, and I recently earned my ultramarathon badge!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

I started running around 2013 and quickly fell in love with it! My first race in 2018 was the Bizz Johnson 50k. The bug quickly took hold and I’ve raced 50 mile, 100k, 100 mile, and 200+ miles as well as set numerous Fastest Known Time records.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

Swiss trail runner and coach with 10+ years in the sport. I’ve helped athletes reach goals from short trail races to Swiss Alps 100, using structured, personal coaching focused on real life, confidence and long-term progress. Happy to connect with athletes and coaches.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I am an ultrarunner with a background in sports medicine and exercise science. Whether it be volunteering at an aid station, crewing, pacing, or running, I can always be found somewhere along the trail.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

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

My name is Becky! I'm a wife and a mom of 4...Yes they keep me on my toes. I'm a lover of all things running, fitness and enjoying the best years of my life and sharing that with my clients.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Chris Bhulai is an Orlando-based endurance and hybrid coach specializing in sustainable run performance. He has competed in multiple half marathons and HYROX events, bringing firsthand racing experience into his coaching. With a background in law enforcement and group fitness coaching, he works with

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 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

I am an ultra trail runner and running coach. Also I am helping cyclists, runners and other endurance athletes to maintain / improve their health with a proper nutrition.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I came to coaching through my love of science, outdoor exercise, and local food. Science helps us understand how our bodies can adapt to training stimuli; outdoor exercise keeps us moving and connected to nature; local food nourishes our bodies and connects us to our communities.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 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

Started running... then fell down the rabbit hole and returned to school to learn everything I could about it.

Coaching 13+ Yrs
Registered Physiotherapist
Master of Science in Physical Therapy
Bachelor of Kinesiology
UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach
Running Injury Assessment and Treatment

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I am an enthusiastic ultrarunner and ultra coach with a smile on my face. I strive to motivate and guide others who already have discipline and determination. In training, I use my experience and knowledge to apply methods that truly work in practice.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Jen and Ryan live in Ouray, CO. They formed Single Step Running in 2025 as a way to share their love of trail running and the training process with others.

Jen and Ryan have been competing in trail running events for more than a decade, each completing distances up to 100 miles.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

UESCA certified coach with years of experience in endurance training. I blend data, mindset, and smart planning to help runners progress injury-free and sustainably.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Hello, I'm Amy! I'm a certified Running Coach helping others build confidence and find joy in running so they can create a lifestyle of wellness and crush their goals.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

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

From childhood until now, I was always involve in physical activity. From playing sports like baseball and football during my school years. Later on in my military career learning about hiking, running, strength conditioning. I'm currently head coach for NJ HIIT Fitness and Performance Running Club.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

As a coach and a runner, I am always eager to learn new things and experiment with them to see if they improve my skills. There is no end-point to this journey of gaining knowledge and becoming a better coach and runner.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

If you move with a purpose, you are an athlete. I specialize in adult-onset runners who are struggling to reach a big goal or get over a performance plateau. Using a data and science-based approach, you will reach your goals!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I’m Siavash Feizian, a UESCA Certified Running Coach, and performance coach with over five years of coaching experience. As the founder of Zone 5 Running Club, I help runners of all levels improve their performance through structured, individualized training plan

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

I'm an Air Force veteran and former law enforcement officer who specializes in flexible, personalized coaching for unpredictable schedules. Deployed overseas? Traveling for work? PT test coming up? Your training adapts to your reality with no guesswork, just results.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hi! I’m Kathleen! I’m so excited to be a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach. I have experience with both the journey of a 200-mile race and the challenge of racing a 50k. I believe YOU can run an ultra if that is your dream. We are all unique and I want to support you in a specific training program

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

Emily is a running coach and experienced competitive runner who started as a beginner. With the help of a coach and structured training plans, she transformed her own running, and now can't wait to inspire and guide others to reach their own running goals!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

UESCA coach and ultra runner who loves the mountains and working with people. I help trail runners prepare for their first ultra on technical terrain. No pressure, just finish strong, enjoy the process, and grow with every step on the trail.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

Hi, I’m Brooke Jesus, a UESCA-certified running coach, passionate endurance athlete, and founder of Paced by Brooke. I specialize in coaching runners of all levels—whether you're lacing up for your first 5K, chasing a marathon PR, or diving into the world of triathlon or ultra-running. I’ve competed

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

After only running when it was "mandatory fun" in the military, I've since discovered a love and passion for it. After 10+ years of running, covering almost every distance (and surface!), I've learned a lot and realized how much I also enjoy seeing & helping others get out of their comfort zones!

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I’m a beginner running coach that specializes in helping new runners get started in the sport, whether you’ve never run before or are looking to level up from just casual runs. I also work with cross training for combat sports athletes to improve their endurance.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

My name is Luke Humphrey, and I have been a runner since 1995 and a coach since 2006. I work mostly online with runners of intermediate and above ability. We help busy runners learn how to train and perform at a high level.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years