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I am a certified strength and conditioning specialist and running coach with 14 years experience in the sport and fitness industry and I am passionate about helping others achieve their goals.

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10+ years

Hi, I’m Lee!
A keen runner and coach from the UK.
I run and coach anything & everything from parkruns to ultra marathons, and everything in between. Whether your goal is to get some consistency or accountability, or you’re targeting your first 100 miler, I’ve got your back!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I've always been an athletic person, I grew up playing soccer. In H.S. and junior college I was a swimmer and lifeguard. Before moving to TX from CA in 2011 I was mainly mtb and playing soccer and doing the occasional run race . In 2015 a friend asked me to a triathlon and I got hooked.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Our approach is uniquely tailored to you. We provide individualized programming for fitness, recreation, and competitions, backed by practical experience, in-depth education, and certification to bring you the art and science of performance optimization.

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

• Beginner
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5-10 years

Eleven-time marathon finisher since 2010 Abbott World Marathon Majors—London, Chicago, New York, Berlin +Philly
Founder of Authentic Athletes since 2022
Head Coach at Happy People Running Academies, coaching 650+ athletes.
First Guatemalan woman to earn the UESCA Running Coach Certification.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

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

My name is Coach Dawn. I'm a certified USECA, USAT, US Masters Swim and Road Runners coach. I don't just coach, but race in all 4 disciplines as well. I focus primarily on beginner to intermediate adults, youth and special needs individuals. I love coaching and helping people reach their goals.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

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

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

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

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

Exercise has always been a huge part of my life! I have been a Physical Therapist for over 14 years, as well as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. I specialize in pelvic/women's health, running biomechanics, and performance .

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

Hey, I'm Björn. Runner and ultra endurance running coach.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I coach long-course triathletes who balance ambitious goals with demanding lives. As a five-time Ironman World Championship (Kona) finisher and full-time software engineer, I help athletes build structure, consistency, and confidence through efficient, evidence-based training.

• Triathlon

• 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

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

I’m Rupal, a running coach, entrepreneur, and proud mother of two teenagers. My journey with running began in high school, where I discovered my passion for the sport. As captain of our track team, I honed my coaching skills to help teammates and runners achieve their full potential.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hi I'm Sarah – I'm a UK Athletics qualified running coach and now a certified UESCA ultrarunning coach. I love marathon distance and above, both as a runner and a coach. I'm also a Level 2 Gym Instructor, currently training to be a Level 3 Personal Trainer.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I am a UESCA certificated running coach and I'm studying sports science at university.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

I’m a UESCA Certified Running Coach specializing in road running from 5K to the marathon (42.2K). I help runners of all levels train smarter, stay injury-free, and achieve their performance goals. I also have experience guiding athletes preparing for ultramarathon distances.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

Norman specializes in guiding beginner to intermediate runners as they pursue goals on both roads and trails, spanning from shorter distances to ultras.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

10+ years

I’m Alla Shashkina, founder of The Quiet Run in Encinitas, CA. I integrate breathwork into running, drawing from my experience as an ultra runner with several 50Ks, a few 100Ks, and a marathon best of 2:58. My mission is to help runners discover their unique “language of breath,” e

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Find your why - focused on helping runners, swimmers and triathletes find out what they want and achieve it. Well being, fitness, efficiency and happiness!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I'm work with @am.wellness.performance

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I was a national team track runner in high school and later became a marathon runner and orienteer. As a medical doctor with coaching experience, I combine sports insight, training science, and medical knowledge to create efficient, effective, and safe programmes tailored to each athlete.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

5-10 years

Reach your running goals with a certified trainer and master your running training, whether for fun, 5K, half marathon or marathon

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Hello, I would be very happy to have a twenty-minute initial consult call with you to determine whether we might be a good fit to work together to help you reach your goals in running or ultrarunning. I enjoy working with athletes of all ages and experience levels.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

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

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

As an independent, specialized and certified coach, my work goes beyond simple training, I seek to offer a holistic approach that integrates conditioning, technique and mindset, with a focus on sustainable and high-performance results, standing out for my commitment to the process and excellence.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I help people get better relationship with exercise and training.
I would love to be part of the athletic/sporting journey of anyone wanting to get into endurance sports.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

I’m on a mission to help 1,000 women cyclists over 40 climb stronger, ride farther, faster while creating more energy to ride back to back days so you can set new personal records, unleash your very BEST, and change your definition of what’s possible.

• Cycling
• Triathlon

• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I’m a 27-year-old ultra-trail runner and former/current member of the Hungarian National Trail Running Team. Nature has been my home since childhood, and running is my lifestyle. My mission is to help others progress healthily while discovering the joy and freedom of trail running.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I have been running since 2017 and began running ultra marathons in 2019. Since then I have completed 45 ultra distances, including 10 one hundred mile races. I love running different styles of ultras, including trails and roads. I think ultramarathons are within everyone's reach if they believe.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

I'm a UESCA certified running coach and an avid road and trail runner based in the Bay Area.
I earned my PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from Rice University.
Through athlete-centric and evidence-based approach, I coach recreational runners to become mentally and physically stronger.

• 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

Born and raised in Reading, Pennsylvania.

Started documenting my runs October 2019. Since, I've ran
-5x 100 mile ultra,
-self supported 100 miler around the Pagoda,
-4x multi day races, including a 6 day.

Highly driven, looking to help others.

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Hello! I’m a runner passionate about the science of the sport, technique, training, and gear. I love helping athletes push past limits, achieve goals, and discover they’re capable of more than they imagined. My approach blends knowledge, personalization, and motivation for lasting progress.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

I am a passionate ultra runner, former rowing Greek Champion, 30 years old, who loves coaching.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Abby Richter-Shepard is a UESCA Ultra Running Coach and CrossFit L2 Trainer with 10+ years experience. A former collegiate runner turned ultra-endurance athlete, she creates personalized training for busy athletes to build strength, endurance, and confidence—from beginners to ultra marathoners.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

10+ years

I have been coaching full-time for nearly a decade. I have experience coaching people through their first ultra marathons. I lot of my experience is with masters athletes.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

My highest level of education related to running is Doctor of Physical Therapy, since 2015. Recently received my Gait Analysis certification from RunDNA. In 2005 I received my BS Exercise Science Degree. I have been a RRCA certified Running Coach since 2005. NSCA Strength and Conditioning certified.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

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

Why should we train together? Because I care about my athletes. Because your time is precious and you deserve to spend it wisely.
Because you need someone who doesn't just copy/paste’s programmes but who adjusts everything day in-day out. Because coaching is personal. Communication is key.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

I'm Samantha, a certified running coach passionate about helping runners build confidence, consistency, and joy in the sport. I focus on sustainable progress—balancing the push with the pause—to help you reach your goals without burnout.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 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

Founder, Power2Tri Endurance Coaching. USAT Level II + UESCA Ultra Running certified. We coach triathlon, ultra, marathon, and gravel athletes nationwide from Windsor, CO. Adaptive training built around your life - not a template. Let’s get to work.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ 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