I remember when I took that first running stride on dirt...I only looked back for the views from the mountain tops! I deeply love this athletic endeavor, the community and what running adds to my life. I want to help others build their skills and discover their love for trail and ultrarunning.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years

Sou formado em Educação Física pela Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brasil, com vasta experiência em ultramaratonas em trilha e montanha.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate

Inspired by the UTMB transmissions on Eurosport and NTS (Nízko Tatranská Stíhačka) videos on Youtube I embarked on the journey towards the long distance endurance running. What started as 10k progressed to later 100 mile distances.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
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 ultrarunning coach through UESCA and a passionate trail and ultra athlete who believes that big goals deserve smart preparation. Today, I help runners train with structure, confidence, and purpose — so they can pursue ambitious goals while staying healthy and enjoying the process.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

Former high-level judo and rugby athlete, I found my passion in ultra running. Based in Font-Romeu and father of a young boy, I coach with a human and flexible approach, helping runners complete their first ultra or improve with joy, progressivity, and recovery.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years

Hi! I'm Lorenzo, an ultra running coach and airline pilot from Italy, extremely passionate about endurance sports and flying.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

I’ve been working in the fitness industry for more than 10 years teaching in place and online (Keiser Indoor Cycling, Functional Training, Latin Rhythms, etc.), I have a Running team where we train since 2016 for Spartan, road and trail races and I have personal training programming with an app.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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

Running coach and avid pursuer of longevity. I help people train smart and live strong—whether on the road, trail, or HYROX arena. Mindful movement, data-driven coaching, and sustainable progress are the core of my approach.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years

Hi, I'm Nick. I'm a certified cycling coach with experience covering all cycling disciplines.
- Cycling
- 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
Personalised Coaching for Busy Runners
Don't let life slow you down. Achieve your running goals with personalised online coaching designed to fit your busy schedule. We'll work together to create a training plan that considers your work, family and lifestyle, ensuring you reach the finish line fe
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 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

Coach from Belgrade with 20+ years of running and 10+ years of coaching experience. Specialized in trail ultramarathons and skyrunning. I work with all levels, from beginners to national team athletes. Founder of Sky2Run and coach for Serbia & Montenegro skyrunning teams.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years

I coach runners who want to training meaningfully through the changing seasons of life and continue to pursue long term goals in road, trail, and mountain running. My aim is to help you stay connected to the athlete within you for the long run, sustainably and intelligently.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

Kylie Morgan is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist and running strength specialist. She helps runners use strength training and physiological testing to run stronger, faster, and with fewer injuries. With almost two decades of experience, she blends clinical science with practical coaching.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years

Hi! I'm Kaitlyn - I'm a Doctor of Physical Therapy and specialize in treating running-related injuries and getting runners back to doing what they love. I became a coach to help runners transition back to full training after injury and get those "always injured" runners training healthy again.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate

I live in the highest-elevation town east of the Mississippi River (Beech Mountain, NC), where rugged trails, icy conditions, and bears are part of daily life for an endurance athlete. I am passionate about running and connecting with likeminded athletes!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

Hi, I'm Jessica! I'm a lifelong runner and began trail racing in 2018. I believe in meeting athletes where they are at and aiming trajectory towards those "dream big" goals. We celebrate the highs, the lows, and everything in between while in that process!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

Hi, I’m Daniel. I am a UESCA-certified Ultra Running Coach and a Strength & Conditioning Performance Analyst based in Gran Canaria. I work with athletes wanting to improve their running while staying healthy and strong.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate

I coach runners who want more than just miles. With a background in both endurance and strength work, I help athletes build speed, durability, and strength that carries over to real performance. My programming is designed to keep you healthy, progressing, and capable.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years

Hello! My name is Kendra Eerdmans and I am a certified running coach and personal trainer. I have a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology (exercise science) from the University of North Dakota. I have been personal training for 6 years and am excited to help others find their running potential!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year

I am Heidi – a full time mom of 4, Doctor of Physical Therapy and lover of fitness. Running is my greatest passion, but find a balance with strength, endurance and being outdoors. I have completed many races of all distances in running and triathlons and now share the joy with my coaching clients!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
UESCA-certified running coach and mom of two with 8 marathons under my belt—including during pregnancy and postpartum. I offer custom plans for all levels, locally in Lake County, IL and virtually, blending endurance, injury prevention, and real-life support.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

Hi, I’m Sally Nelson. I started running in the early 2000s as a way to get back in shape after having children and quickly discovered a passion that would shape the next two decades of my life.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

Hi! I’m Meghan Kennedy - running has been a significant part of my life, but for years I did not know how to improve my running and meet my true potential. Now, I am on a mission to help runners grow their love of running and run their best race!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years

I help busy professionals train for ultras with confidence, structure and smart coaching—without burnout or sacrificing career, family or recovery. Providing personalised coaching to help you train smarter, race stronger and perform with confidence.
Online and ‘on the trails’ coaching available.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

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

I'm a military veteran who has informally coached dozens of people in multiple aspects of fitness through the years. I enjoy offering advice and encouragement to help people establish a sustainable fitness roadmap.
Contact me via email at [email protected]
- 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

I am the current middle school head cross country and track coach at Jenks as well as an online running coach. I also offer in person track sessions for all ages. Although my day job keeps me working with children, I love helping people of ALL ages!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years

I'm a lifelong athlete. I played football for several years, and then coached youth football. I'm also a writing coach, and taught high school, so after I started running and fell in love with the sport, becoming a running coach was the natural next step. Let's run.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

I work with a wide range of athletes aiming at myriad goals.
I have Ultra athletes, 5K athletes, BQ athletes, OCR athletes, and am now working with Adventure Racers.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 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

I’m Nguyen Thanh Phong, also known as "Nhí AK" in Vietnam’s trail running community. I’m a UESCA Certified Running Coach and head the Trail Running department at T-Coaching. I specialize in ultra-distance running and am passionate about building the local running community.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
Newly certified UESCA Running Coach, but not new to running.
Every runner has a unique journey, and my mission is to help you discover your potential, one stride at a time.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Passionate about fostering resilience, joy, and connection through the running. With a holistic approach, I help runners achieve their goals while embracing the journey and the spirit of the trail.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
1-3 years

I’m Brandon Barnaby, founder of Run Mentality Coaching. I help runners build confidence, resilience, and smart, sustainable progress from the pavement to the peaks. I focus on science-based training. My goal is to guide athletes toward stronger running, mindset, and long-term enjoyment of the sport.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
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

In balancing a demanding career, personal passions, or managing type 1 diabetes, customized coaching to:
Train smarter, not harder.
Build strength, endurance, and resilience.
Overcome obstacles of work-life balance to blood sugar mgmt.
Achieve your goals, whether Olympic Trials or first mile.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years

I grew up training and racing for nordic skiing, which I pursued at a collegiate level before taking a break from competition. Trail running rekindled my competitive desire and I have taken part in races ranging from local to international, and sub-ultra to ultra distances.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

My name is Nikola Tsanev 41 years old passionate amateur cyclist and coach and since march also a UCI comissaire.
I am from Bulgaria, happy maried with two childrens .
I would be happy if i can help to reach your targets and dreams in cycling.
- Cycling
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

I’m a teacher, NASM CPT, coach at an F45, and endurance runner. I am new as a certified running coach, but not new as a coach/teacher. I mostly do race half marathon or more, and completed 4 Ultra Marathons with my longest being 50 miles. I have the experience and would love to share what I know.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year

Dr. Kristen Salkas is a UESCA-certified run coach specializing in beginner and intermediate runners. She also specializes in parathletes (athletes with disabilities). She has a PhD in Disability Studies and takes a science-minded approach to training and racing. Her owns and runs K Salk Coaching.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
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

As a full time certified running coach I pride myself on being knowledgable, available and accessible to my athletes. I work with runners across the United States who are interested in elevating their performance. Work with me and start having fun with your fitness!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years

