
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’m a dedicated, straightforward running coach specializing in road running. I value honesty, health, and consistency over quick results. My approach is firm yet kind, pushing athletes when needed while keeping training safe and sustainable.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years

Triathlete, marathoner, mother of three beautiful girls, happily married for 25 years to my high school sweetheart. Born and raised in the beautiful Island of Puerto Rico. Joined the US NAVY after graduating college and ended up in beautiful San Diego after 7 years of service to this Great Nation.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
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

With Grow Beyond Coaching, I support you with expert and enthusiastic online coaching on your journey to achieving your running goals. I design tailor made training plans for your specific goals and circumstances. The plans include features to realize personal growth.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

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
I didn't begin running to win races, but out of pure boredom. Today, as a corporate professional and a 2:47 marathoner, I help busy people balance their demanding careers with serious endurance goals. No guesswork, just evidence-based training tailored to your real life.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

I am a passionate and experienced running coach dedicated to helping athletes of all levels achieve their running goals. With a background in exercise science, biomechanics, and performance optimization, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my coaching practice.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years

I am a multi-sport mountain & desert athlete, ultrarunner & coach with a love for extreme outdoor environments. I specialize in preparing motivated and adventurous athletes for ultra/sky/trail running events, unofficial endurance efforts and combining running with other outdoor sports.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
Dreama Walton is an endurance athlete & coach. She helps runners build strength, consistency, and confidence, whether they’re training for their first race or preparing for marathon & ultra-distance goals. Dreama blends evidence-based coaching with real-world experience to support her athletes.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate

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

I am an avid athlete with extensive practical experience in both running and cycling. I have been running for many years and learning all topics running to be able to improve my running and later benefit my clients. I am not a technical coach per se; I focus on the fun part and on mastering form!
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate

I'm Allie! I enjoy running the East Coast and have extensive experience in the half marathon and marathon distances. I believe in the importance in creating an environment where EVERYONE feels like they can become a runner, no matter your size, speed, or background.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
Chris is a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach based in Salida, Colorado. An active ultrarunner, he focuses on structured, sustainable training for 50K to 100-mile events, emphasizing consistency and practical, evidence-based approaches.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

As a husband and father of three, I understand what it takes to integrate big endurance goals into a busy life. I have 10 years of experience in endurance running, and I love sharing my knowledge with athletes of all abilities. Please reach out for a free consultation to see if we are a good fit!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

I enjoy coaching a wide variety of athletes, from first time racers trying to cross that finish line, to age groupers looking to obtain their personal best.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years

Hi! I’m Jodi (Brown) and I’m a psychological therapist, run coach and personal trainer. I offer a unique combination of run coaching (all the usual things you’d expect from a run coach) alongside psychotherapy (CBT & ACT). I'm there to work with you, side by side, to help you achieve your goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years

I am someone who has come to the sport of running and witnessed the magnitude of positive things that it can do for you. I continue to train for my own goals and look forward to training others to reach their running goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

John, once named "Philly's Best Running Coach" by Philadelphia Magazine, is the owner of Fix Your Run, a specialized run coaching business that not only helps runners break through frustrating plateaus and injury cycles, but also helps people build sustainable fitness for a lifetime.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

I am performance coach and sports management professional with 25+ years of experience.
I have supported thousands in achieving their fitness and wellness goals, and coached over 100 athletes through marathons and ultramarathons.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ 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

Hi, I’m Ben. I'm a runner, qualified personal trainer, sports masseuse and running coach. I started as a couch to 5k runner during the pandemic and have since ran and coached up to 100mile I blend science, empathy, and lived experience to help runners of all levels turn goals into finish lines
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Lizzie Gatherer is a versatile endurance athlete and coach. Lizzie started coaching athletes in 2026 specialising in ultra distance, BYU and mindset. Lizzie brings positivity, joy, fun and enthusiasm into her athletes' training, running & racing.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

I have been a competitive athlete for 30+ years as a cyclist, runner and national level bodybuilder. I have been coaching in all sports for 20+ years.
- Cycling
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

I am a certified Running Coach as well as in Strength Training and Sport Nutrition. I have many years of experience in training individuals and groups.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years

I'm a native New Yorker who found confidence and purpose through running. As a coach, I believe in helping others push past perceived limits and build a lifelong, rewarding relationship with the sport—one rooted in self-belief, consistency, and pride in what the body and mind can achieve.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

Off the Beaten Path Psychology and Wellness is for those who want to try a different approach to counselling and mental health. We provide psychology services to people of all ages. We often combine movement and talk therapy in Airdrie, Cochrane & Calgary, Alberta.
10+ years

My name is Sammy! I am a certified personal trainer and run coach with a background in Pilates. I am an Olympian in the sport of pentathlon which consists of swimming, fencing, running, shooting and equestrian. I love helping others achieve their wellness, fitness, and life goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years

My journey began 25+ yrs ago and my experience is what drives me to share my passion with others. I created Be Fit and Train in 2015 and began coaching runners and triathletes at that time. Some of our athletes have been with us from the start and span a wide range of abilities.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years

Passionate ultra runner with a background in data analysis and keen interest in exercise physiology
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years

Hi! Jen here and I love all things fitness, running, family and friends....and if you can combine them, AMAZING! I've been a fitness professional for 20 years & really became focused on running about 8 years ago. I'm a mom of 2 boys and lover of all animals!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years

I’m Andrey—a UESCA-certified cycling coach based in Ecuador. I help cyclists crush their PRs, boost their FTP, build rock-solid endurance, and hit their weight loss goals. Whether you’re prepping for your first race or looking to level up your fitness, I provide structured, data-driven plans and rea
- Cycling
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years

Im an experienced Ultra Runner looking to help others excel in the sport I love!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

I view endurance sports as a vehicle for discovery and personal growth and I enjoy working with runners, ultrarunners, and endurance athletes pursuing challenges that are personally meaningful to you. What’s your next adventure?
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

Hey, I’m Vitaly — a UESCA-certified running coach with deep roots in athletics. I offer personal coaching worldwide, blending science and experience into every training plan.
While my own specialty is sprint (800m), I coach runners across all distances (1k to 42k). And I do it with passion.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

If you are looking for individualized training plans and small group or one on one coaching to help you reach your next running goal, then I would be a good coach for you!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
With over 10 years of experience in entrepreneurship and being a life long athlete, I’m enjoying the challenge of thriving in difficult and uncertain environments over the long haul. As I started to coach family & friends around me, I realised the similarities in being a leader and being a Coach.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years

Hi there! I'v been a runner for over 15 years and raced distances from the 5k to the marathon level. I help runners from beginners training for their first race to advanced runners train for big race day goals by developing customized training plans that works with your unique schedule.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced

I have experience working with and advising athletes with different goals and backgrounds from preparing for a personal best 5k to crushing an ultra endurance race. I enjoy working with adult athletes of all ages and take a holistic approach to tailoring training to an individual's lifestyle.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced

I live in NYC and love finding new trails and races in the area. If you’re looking for a different challenge or adventure, I’d love to get you out of the hustle and bustle of city life and discover new purpose in your running. For me, ultrarunning helps me be the best possible version of myself.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years

Patty is a distinguished strength and endurance coach dedicated to optimizing performance for athletes of all levels for over 20 years. Through a personalized, science-driven approach, Patty empowers athletes to reach their peak potential in triathlons, ultramarathons, and beyond.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

I’m Alex, a running coach and endurance athlete helping everyday runners train smarter and stay consistent. I combine evidence-based coaching with real-world experience from marathon and ultra training to build sustainable, long-term progress.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years

I am a passionate runner, husband, and father to a five-year-old daughter, Zoia. Outside of training, I am a fan of live music and enjoy spending time with my family.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
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've been an avid runner since 2007, and have coached friends over the years all distances up to the marathon. My passion for enabling runners to become better is why I became certified, whether you want to create better habits or increase your efficiency in your form.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Love Sports, Nature and Health.
Understand that to obtain a fulfilling life one must align every possible aspect of thought and action and in that way obtaining Ultra results.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

Hello! My name is Frank Markham. I am a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach located in Williamsburg, Virginia. I am also a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
Hello, my name is Michael, I was born in Venezuela, I currently live in Salt Lake City – Utah.
I am an amateur mountain runner with more than 10 years of experience.
Ultra Running Coach certified by UESCA.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

