I'm a life long endurance athlete and for the past 15 years my main focus has been competing in ultramarathons but will never shy away from a good road race. Being a busy parent and runner I'm eager to share my training knowledge and experience with others so they can meet their running goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I’m Jesse, a coach with 15 years of fitness industry experience, now expanding into running. Training for a 100k ultra, I combine my expertise in strength, group fitness, and running to help you build endurance and confidence. As a certified trainer, I use science-backed methods tailored to beginner
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate
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
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
Colleen is an experienced trail ultra runner living in Denver, Colorado. She welcomes all athletes, new and experienced, but hopes to use her UESCA ultrarunning coaching certification to get more women over 30 into ultras. She loves her rescue dog, art, and baking.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
I discovered running in my early twenties and haven’t stopped since. Before that, I came from a competitive swimming background. As a scientist by training, I bring a strong evidence-based approach to coaching — grounded in the latest research and tailored through close collaboration with each athle
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I have been a USA Cycling Level 2 and USA Cycling Power Certified trained coach with Peaks Coaching Group since 2008. Before joining Peaks, I was a nationally ranked cyclist and recipient of numerous cycling awards. I am also a certified personal fitness trainer.
- Cycling
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
Steady progress wins. I’m Kyle Stanley, a UESCA coach in Greater Boston. I help committed runners avoid the "Hare" trap of burnout by focusing on the "Tortoise" method: slow, disciplined consistency that reaches the finish line. Running changed my health and habits—let’s transform yours online!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hello! I am a "lifestyle enthusiast" that has spent over a decade sharpening my skills around program design, anatomy & physiology, nutrition, sleep & recovery, and putting theory into practice for all sorts of learners. My purpose in life is to be an encyclopedia of support for my clients.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
Evan Birch is a Canadian ultra runner, coach, partner, father, mental health advocate, motivational speaker and former emergency services professional. He has been trail running for nearly two decades and specializes in running and coaching ultra/trail distance events from 5km to 300 miles+
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
Jenny Evans is an AFPA Holistic Nutritionist and a NASM Personal trainer, a Sports Nutrition coach, a Nutrition coach and a Women's Fitness specialist. She is also a certified Prenatal & Postnatal Fitness specialist and an UESCA Running, Triathlon & Ultrarunning coach.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
Hi I'm Paul I have been running ultras since 2010. I started at the back and over the years have worked my way to the front. Prior to coaching I worked as a physiologist for 20 years. I love sharing my running experience with others and helping them to achieve their own running goals.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
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
I am an avid runner who also coaches group classes at F45 as a CPT. With this experience and my own running knowledge I can help determine areas of improvement in running form to match strength training to your running goals.
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I have a deep passion for being active! My time as an athlete didn't start until after high school when I felt discouraged by my lack of physical fitness and weight. I have participated in bodybuilding, triathlon, long-distance cycling, and running. My heart has landed on ultrarunning.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
Hola Future Trail Cabronas!
My name is Melissa, and I call Southern California home. I am a cabrona for the wilderness, a dog mom, an advocate for diversity on the trail, and the owner and coach of La Dirección.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
I am a road running coach with Filla Endurance based in the St. Louis area focusing on 5k-Marathon distances for beginning and intermediate runners.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
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
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
I got into endurance sports through OCR but have found the most memorable experiences in ultras. I am looking to share my enthusiasm and guide others on their journeys. It’s all a race against your past self whether you’re chasing podiums, PRs or just getting started.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hi there! I'm Coach Hannah, and I help budding runners unlock their potential. I have been coaching runners of all abilities since October 2017. I'm currently based in Colorado Springs but have worked with the majority of my athletes virtually since 2020.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
Hi! My name is Deanna Kelly and I'm a 29 year old mother of two (aged 3 and 2) and I teach grade 2 at a french grade school in London Ontario, Canada. I got into running two years ago, after having my second daughter.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Coach Misty is a seasoned running coach with an unwavering passion for helping others become the best version of themselves. Her dedication to the sport of running and fitness has guided hundreds of first-time runners and seasoned athletes to cross their own personal finish lines.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I am a certified endurance coach with more than 15 years of experience. I specialize in coaching and advising athletes for running, trailrunning, and ultrarunning.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
* Coach all ages of runners, including kids, youth, pre-XC runner, XC runner, adults
* Coach all distance, including kid's mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon
* One of my runners got into Rice University
* Coached a XC runner to drop his 5K time from 18:30 to 16:55 in a year
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Each runner is unique, and even the same runner may require different approaches depending on the timing and goal. I will find the best course of action for each individual.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
AJ Sobrilsky, PT, DPT, OCS, is a physical therapist, coach, and competitive athlete specializing in helping mountain athletes, including trail runners and off-road cyclists. AJ blends expertise in rehab and performance to guide athletes in conquering challenges and reaching their goals.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
Running has been an important part of my life for as long as I can remember. I've dedicated my career towards exercise and specifically running. I'm extremely passionate when it comes to Ultramarathon running and I take great joy in helping others reach their potential.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
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
I am an ultrarunner with a background in sports medicine and exercise science. Whether it be volunteering at an aid station, crewing, pacing, or running, I can always be found somewhere along the trail.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
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
I'm Coach Joe with RunAlbuquerque. I am an army veteran and an experienced ultra-runner. I have worked with many athletes to improve their running form and gait, as well as developing a smart training philosophy, to prevent injury and increase run economy and performance.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
An experienced ultra runner looking to share my expertise and lessons with you.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
24-year-old passionate advocate for health and wellness. Through running, I strive to spread a message of hope, resilience, and the power of perseverance, inspiring others to lead healthier lives.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate
Running has been a passion of mine for over 20 years and I'm excited to share my love of this sport with others. I focus on what works best for my athletes and balance empathy with motivation to make my training plans fun and meaningful.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I have worked across a number of different sports from children to adults and have also worked as professional coach, delivering hundreds of hours of coaching to executives and senior leaders with a focus on wellbeing and mindset.
I have been a certified ultrarunning coach since early 2024
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
My name is Thomas Bowling and I have worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor for the past 30 years. I have always had an interest in Sports Psychology and found that my own endurance running was the perfect place to continue practicing the development of a positive mindset.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Hi! I’m Kristin St Jean, RN a functional medicine registered nurse and lifelong trail and road runner with over a decade of experience in critical care, I combine my knowledge and expertise with a passion for holistic care to help patients achieve a healed state of balance, health, and wellbeing.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
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
Amanda is a physical therapist that specializes in helping athletes & active individuals overcome injuries, prevent new ones, and optimize performance. She assesses the full body to provide personalized care & tailor services to meet each individual’s needs and goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I’m Andrew Wojciak: a mountain athlete and endurance coach specializing in technical ultramarathons. I help runners build the speed, strength, and injury resilience needed for the gnarliest terrain through a disciplined, systems-based approach to training and recovery.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
Working mom & sub-3 marathoner helping driven runners fuel well, train smarter, and build the mental resilience to reach their goals… no matter how full life is!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
Hi, I'm Nick. I'm a certified cycling coach with experience covering all cycling disciplines.
- Cycling
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I am a coach passionate about the sport of ultrarunning excited to see all athletes succeed whether it is from their first finish to top results and everything in between.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
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
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
In addition to being a practicing sports medicine and emergency medicine physician in upstate New York, I've been coaching high school, college, and post-collegiate athletes of all ages for nearly twenty years, and am one of the trail and ultrarunning coaches with Boundless Coaching.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I’m a UESCA Certified Running Coach and Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Gastroenterology. I combine evidence-based training with my healthcare background to help runners build fitness, prevent injury, and reach their goals sustainably.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
