I began a running career late in life. At the ripe age of 58 I began running, strength training, and embracing all exercising. I discovered the joys of feeling fit and from there I was hooked. Now, I want to coach older individuals and help them understand anyone can start running anytime.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
0-1 year
I’m a certified ultra running, sports nutrition and S&C coach with over 10 years of experience in endurance sports, particularly in ultra trail distances. I have successfully completed multiple 100-mile trail races and have honed the techniques essential for finishing ultra trail races.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I coach athletes who are new to running who have their sights set on races from 5K to 10K. With time, these athletes sometimes choose to progress to run longer distances like the half marathon and marathon.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
Endurance sports, races, and events are ways for me to understand myself and challenge my own limits. The simple reason I have been into ultra running and ultra triathlons since 2010 is that they help me grow. I also authored a book called "Run to Realise: Aspects of Life" in 2018.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
Jazmine believes in 5 pillars for providing the best coaching to her athletes: Training, Nutrition, Energy, Recovery, and Mental attuning.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Expert/Advanced
Experienced Running Coach with a passion for helping individuals achieve their goals in running. Highly knowledgeable in training methods and techniques for all levels of runners. Adept in providing personalized training plans that align with individual goals and abilities. Certified by UESCA.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
Hi! My name is Jonathan and I am a chemistry professor and passionate running coach who loves mentoring others. Whether in the lab or on the track, I’m dedicated to helping people grow, reach their potential, and achieve their goals through support, structure, and encouragement.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Want to look muscular and do a sub-3 marathon?
I'm working on it. Join me and we can do it together !!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I am an experienced trail and ultra runner, having completed lots of ultramarathons since 2015, including creating my own charity challenge of running from Switzerland back to Norfolk in the UK.
I use this experience and my coaching knowledge to help runners achieve their ultra running goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I have coached athletes at all levels from beginners through Olympic Trials. I am currently coach a college club triathlon team, high school triathlon team, open water swim team and a masters swim team
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I’m Sophie and I am a trail/ultra runner based in Scotland and a UESCA certified running coach.
I am coach and founder of Queer Runnings, a virtual run club for LGBTQIA+ people.
I am trans non binary
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
I help runners train for ultramarathons — whether it's your first marathon or next 100-miler. My approach is holistic: your work, family, and everyday stress all shape how your body feels, so training fits around your life, not the reverse. It's about a healthy, active life, not just a schedule.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
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
I'm Alexis, a UESCA Certified coach with over 5 years of experience coaching runners of all levels. I started running in middle school and never stopped. My goal as a coach is to help athletes reach their full potential while having fun and prioritizing physical and mental health!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
High-performance aviation background shaped my structured, adaptable coaching approach. I help athletes build sustainable performance through injury-free training tailored to their lifestyle, balancing progress with work, recovery, and long-term consistency.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
I’m a former tech executive with many years as a runner and a strong passion for endurance sports and fitness. I qualified as running, ultrarunning, and endurance sports nutrition coach with UESCA, and am looking for athletes to coach and help achieve their goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
Dr. Kristen Salkas is a UESCA-certified run coach specializing in beginner and intermediate runners. She also specializes in parathletes, and postpartum and pregnancy. She has a PhD in Disability Studies and takes a science-minded approach to training and racing. Her owns and runs K Salk Coaching.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
2:36 Marathoner with 3 years of coaching experience with athletes from all around the world. I believe we can all be great athletes as well as great humans and professionals within our scope of expertise. We have to enjoy running and all the perks and benefits it brings to our life.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
1-3 years
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
I started running in 2013, during my early 30s. Running has never come naturally or easy for me, yet I have managed to conquer ultra distances up to 100 miles through consistent, steady training. My passion is to support others while they aim to reach their goals!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
I'm a mom to 3 teens who started my running journey "late" - at the age of 35! Since beginning this journey, I've made plenty of mistakes, celebrated lots of milestones, and learned so much. The choice to become a coach was an easy one for me. I love this sport, and I love helping people.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hi, I'm Dan Cook. I love getting out in nature, running trails, and helping others find the next best version of themselves.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
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
If you move with a purpose, you are an athlete. As a coach, I'd like to help you reach your goals, in an affordable and approachable way. Whether you are just starting out or have just set an audacious goal, I'm here to help.
Try a month for free. Let me show you how I can help.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I’m Kosta, a UESCA coach based in Toronto. Over 3 years, I’ve raced 70K to 200K across mountains and roads. I’ve learned that ultrarunning is a gateway to seeing the beauty in life. My mission is to help city-dwellers navigate flat terrain training to experience the wonder of trail races.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I'm passionate about helping beginners build a strong foundation through purposeful and sustainable training. Running transformed my mindset and life, and my goal is to help runners complete their first marathon and inspire them to one day experience the World Marathon Majors.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
Hi, my name is Judith and I've spent my life cheering for others to get outside and to get active. I am also the Founder of We Run Astur; a social club for all levels and terrain runners. The goal? Sweat, run and connect (with yourself, your community, your environment). 😁🏃♀️🏃♂️👏🙌🌳⛰️
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Hi, I’m Kelly Lutz aka Coaching Klutz!
I’m a certified running/ultra running coach and CSCS with a passion for helping women, trans, and non-binary folks train sustainably so they can enjoy training while dreaming big and pushing their limits (whether on the road or on the trail).
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Chantelle's run coaching takes a holistic approach that goes beyond tracking mileage. Chantelle is versed in beginner to intermediate coaching and her philosophy prioritizes mental toughness, work/life balance and injury prevention. Specializing in new to ultramarathoning and postnatal clients.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
My main area of expertise is Spartan Racing for all ages. I’m also a certified Spartan Coach. I’ve coached ages 18 months to 85 year olds. Classes available are Ninja obstacle training for youth, women only strength and conditioning as well as co Ed classes for Deka and HYROX.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I am a running coach specialising in trail ultramarathons. After more than 15 years of racing these myself, I have been coaching since early 2025.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
1-3 years
For over 30 years, I've coached, raced, and lived the runner’s journey. At 52, I laced up for my first ultra—and the miles since have affirmed what I now know deep in my bones: age is no barrier to running, to growth, or to greatness.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Hi! And welcome to Elevate Trail Running! I provide one on one coaching as well as personalized plans, all for an affordable price! I work virtually with clients, so I am able to work with anyone, anywhere! Looking forward to meeting you!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Beyond the Finish Line Coaching was born out of the need to provide an unparalleled level of coaching to all athletes, regardless of if they are elite or a complete beginner. In addition, individual coaching is offered for any distance, from 5km all the way to non-stop or multi-stage ultramarathons!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Outside of teaching career in secondary school I have 20 years of experience in ultrarunning both racing and simply completing. Have been coaching for five years and loving it.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
Coach Day Frostenson helps running and mountain endurance athletes focus on the long-term process while also being injury resilient. Day also offers in-person sessions for gait analysis, technical tips and mental performance strategies.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 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
My name is Kaitlyn, I live in Chicago and I have been coaching runners since 2019! Before coaching runners, I was (and still am) a certified personal trainer, primarily teaching group fitness classes. I've been a runner for over half of my life and I don't plan on stopping any time soon!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
Trail running has given so much to my life, and I want to support others in finding a love for the trails. I am passionate about helping others reach their potential, whether it is a new distance, a PR, or feeling a sense of confidence by going out alone on the trails.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
As a National Coach for the Obstacle Sports Philippine Team, a respected coach within the Asics Running Club community, a former leader of the Garmin Run Club, and a trusted personal fitness coach, Precious stands as an inspiration and empowerment.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
You are a contender! Endurance feats never occur without the power of community. I am here to help you achieve your goals and love the journey!
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
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
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
As a coach, I have the privilege of helping athletes achieve their dreams. Whether it's a professional athlete striving for the win or a beginner just starting, I believe that every athlete deserves personalized attention and guidance in order to reach their goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I was not a fan of running in high school though I played many sports and ran winter track all four years.
I ran my first half marathon in 2013 solely to earn the "13.1" magnet for my car.
A decade later, I've run 15 half marathons, 12 marathons, and qualified as a Marathon Maniac.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
1-3 years
Hi, Coach Kimberly here! I offer fully remote services for your ultra running training needs! (*If local to Colorado, there may be opportunities for me to attend some of your races/events.) My coaching packages consist of comprehensive training plans with guidance and check-ins along the way.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hi, Dorota here. I am an experienced trail, ultra and mountain runner who loves to share knowledge, experience and passion for running. I am a UK Athletics Coach in Running Fitness (CiRF) and Leader in Running Running Fitness (LiRF) and UESCA Ultra Running Coach. My home is Bristol, UK.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
With a PhD in Nutrition and Metabolism and professional expertise in personal training, running, triathlon, and swimming, I bring together science, experience, and personalized coaching to help athletes become stronger, faster, and more confident.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
