I spent most of my life as a research scientist so I was hardly considered an ”athlete”. When I was challenged to run a marathon, I found that the running coaches I encountered did not have a good grasp of how to train someone with no sports background. I became a coach to help people like me.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
I'm a beginning cycling coach.
In cooperation with acclaimed specialists, I aim for a holistic approach.
- Cycling
- Beginner
0-1 year
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 all!
My name is Erin Schreiber I am a run coach and DPT whose my passion in life is helping all of those in my orbit live happier, healthier lives as well as meet their physical goals whatever they may be. You can find me @muscleandflowphysio on IG
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Founder of Runner’s High, a social enterprise and running community that changes lives through long-distance running. Coaching runners since 2005 from 5K distances to Ultra marathons, empowering many to make a lifestyle change. He works on various initiatives for inclusion in running.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I am a passionate advocate for health and fitness, specializing in the well-being of older athletes and adults. I have a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology, a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, and a background as a Registered Nurse.
I've been a runner for 18 years beginning at age 46.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
British-born and based in Chamonix for nearly 20 years, I am a passionate trail runner, cyclist and skier. With a BSc Hons in Sports and Exercise Psychology, I offer scientifically-backed, psychologically-informed coaching strategies, guiding runners of all abilities to achieve their goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I help passionate runners of all levels achieve PRs, BQs, and Ultra finishes through custom, adaptive, and supportive coaching and injury prevention programs
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
I'm Bethany, running store manager, UESCA Ultrarunning Coach/Strength & Conditioning Coach, perpetual student, mother to four human kids, dog mom to one, and married for 25 years to a great guy/friend/runner/crew/pacer.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
1-3 years
UESCA certified ultrarunning coach based in Macau, passionate about endurance. Experienced with regional trails and challenges, coaching part-time while continuing learning.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I have been training as a mountain athlete for the majority of my professional career. Having cut my teeth in the unforgiving wilds of SE. Alaska, the Yukon, and Colorado's San Juan Mountains I have the expertise to identify your athletic potential and take it to a literal or metaphorical edge.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
My clients are a part of my heart. I live for what I do! I've coached hundreds of runners in Germany, as well as the US and the UK, in the past 15 yrs. Communication is key and plans are always individual and unique to each and every person.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I am retired from the active-duty Army, I've led Soldiers for over twenty years which includes physical fitness readiness. I am passionate about assisting others (particularly the marginalized) to cross finish lines. I want you to believe in yourself, because I believe in you.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
0-1 year
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
My name is Pierre Sanz, I'm 27 years old from Toronto and have been training for 4 years. I grew up playing high level soccer but after I stopped playing, running became my number one passion. I recently ran my first marathon and have completed multiple half marathons, 10k and 5k races.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Ex-pro cyclist. National champion. 🏆
EU Bronze medalist 🇪🇺🥉
10+ years as a member of Ukraine National Cycling Team 🇺🇦
3+ years of coaching 📈
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
Coach Maria is the head coach of No Limits Endurance Coaching, coaching athletes of all levels with big dreams. Her holistic approach considers athletic ability, history and goals, mental fitness, nutrition, and life-work-training balance. She teaches her athletes to believe so they can achieve.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
As owner of Howard Performance & Wellness, my run coaching experience spans over 18 years. I have a passion to provide personalized coaching to runners of all abilities, training for their first race or their personal best, in distances from 5k to 100 miles and beyond.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
Hi, I'm a running coach, yoga teacher and biomedical scientist in the UK. I am a mum of three sons and two dogs, the dogs often join me running on the trails of South London/Surrey borders in the UK.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Sono Andrea Formenti, Runner, Trail Runner ed Ultratrailer per passione.
Mi piace trasmettere agli altri la mia passione e soprattutto diffondere questo sport con competenza e passione.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
We are born to run and I am here to help maximize your potential as a runner. I believe an athlete should have a team of professionals around them and I will work with that team to get the best performance out of you. So let's get started!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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'm TJ Harms-Synkiew. I've coached people and ran races from 1 mile to 200 miles. Including unofficial, solo efforts, I've ran 47+ ultramarathons. I love helping people achieve their goals while enjoying themselves and continuing to fall in love with running in the process.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
UESCA-certified triathlon and endurance sports nutrition coach, USAT Level 1 coach, 20+ years in endurance sport and 30 in software engineering. Creator of Predictive Coaching: weighted, linear regression modeling and field data to calculate the gap between where you are, and where you want to be.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I am a running and strength coach & run-store owner. I have been running myself for over 12 years and have been coaching athletes since 2021.
I work both remotely and in-person, providing bespoke training plans for athletes of all abilities, goals and distances whether it be on roads or trails.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
As an experienced endurance athlete, two-time Ironman triathlete, ultra distance trail runner and marathoner, I believe that training for sports is an analogy for life. The skills that you develop through training can help you to perform better in all aspects of your life.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
My name is Juan Villegas, and I am a dedicated high-performance athlete and running coach with a passion for helping others achieve their goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
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
Nazywam się Mariusz Makowczenko, certyfikowany trener biegania UESCA i twórca Centrum Endurance Training Academy. Moja historia to droga od walki z nałogami do zdrowego stylu życia. Jako maratończyk i ultramaratończyk pomogę Ci osiągnąć cele, łącząc pasję z profesjonalizmem.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
Running is for everyone. It's my escape & I want to inspire the runner in everyone. My goal is to help runners new and old get the most of their running experience and enjoy it for a lifetime.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I am a Certified UESCA Running Coach, Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) through the Board of Certification and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. I am a World Major Marathons 6-Star Finisher.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
As a UESCA-certified ultrarunning coach, James Nalley specializes in race distances of 50k to 250+ miles ranging from flat terrain at sea level to high-altitude mountain races. He also specializes in timed-loop events ranging from six hours to six days, with many podium wins in these categories.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Coaching isn’t just for elites! Those looking to complete their first race, move up in distance, or set a new personal best will benefit from a coach. A science based approach to training will unlock your potential and get you to the starting line confident and healthy.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I'm Dale, an experienced runner and running coach. I coach athletes of all abilities — with the plan to have some fun along the way. I love helping runners reach their goals and enjoy the journey.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
I'm a long-time runner and lover of all things running. I've made form and strength a core of my practice, both in running and coaching. I'd love to help you reach your goals, whether that's running your first 5k, setting a new PR, or crossing the finish of a 100-miler.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
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’ve been Ultrarunning for about 4 years with some positive results. I’m breaking into the coaching hemisphere and looking to help people achieve their goals. Looking forward to learning more about this sport through a lens other than my own.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hi, I’m Jessie, a marathoner, mom of two, and UESCA-certified nutrition coach. I help runners balance training and life while fueling effectively with practical, science-based strategies for better performance and recovery.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
My name is Tyler Miller and I was born and raised in Harrisonburg, VA! In high school, I was a sprinter in Track and Field and did not fall in love with distance running until the age of 28. In my first year of distance running, I was able to complete 5Ks, 10Ks, a Half-Marathon, and a Marathon.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hallo, ich bin Silvan, Trailrunning-Coach mit einer Vorliebe für Waldwege, Höhenmeter und individuelle Trainingsansätze. Vom Partyläufer zum Ultrarunner habe ich selbst erlebt, wie bereichernd dieser Sport sein kann – und helfe nun anderen dabei, ihren eigenen Weg im Trailrunning zu finden.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
I understand the physical and mental demands of running and enjoy coaching up to marathon distances. I found love for running after bariatric surgery and losing 100 pounds. I can bring an unique perspective to coaching because of it and can create the perfect plan for any runner!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- 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
Hello! My name is Kelsey McGill and I'm passionate about supporting others towards the goals they set for themselves. Whether you are new to running, or having years of experience under your belt, I would be honored to support you in your journey.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
UESCA Certified Running Coach and personal trainer based in Hungary, working with runners from complete beginners to marathoners. My approach starts with a thorough assessment of where you are today, then builds a plan around your life, not the other way around.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
¡Hola! Mi nombre es Fernando. Soy corredor, entrenador de correr y médico especialista. Trabaja conmigo y juntos lograremos desarrollar todo tu pontencial y encontrar la mejor versión de ti. ¡Vamos!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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
Lauren Callahan is a holistic sports nutrition coach, certified ultrarunning coach, and doctoral student of integrative wellness. She is passionate about helping ultra endurance sports athletes create their optimal health as they pursue their dreams and work hard towards their goals.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Ultra trail runner, entrepreneur, and now certified running coach. I help ambitious athletes train smarter, run farther, and last longer - combining elite-level thinking with real-world practicality.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
