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
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
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
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
Living in Wales in the UK. Have been involved in fitness etc for approximately 40+ years. Having qualified as a sports therapist many years ago and then as a nurse in the UK and in New Zealand. Spent time in the forces as a regular and reserve.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I’m Shruthi Jain, a UESCA-certified running coach, marathoner, and MSc in Yoga Therapy. With over 12 years of running experience, I’ve qualified for the Boston Marathon and earned multiple podium finishes. I’m also an assistant coach at PaceMakers Running Club in Bangalore.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I have a passion to help you succeed. I’m not picky as long as it gets you moving, sweating & feeling good.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
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
Double degree in administration and marketing but athlete and sportsman by passion for more than 19 years.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I am a running coach based in Colorado. I work primarily with recreational runners as part of a team of coaches with Mercuria Running, offering customized training plans in-person and online. Whether it is your first 5k or your 21st marathon, I would love to help you achieve your goals!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
My motto: Embrace Your Inner Athlete
From you first mile to your marathon, I empower runners to embrace their inner athlete through science-based run and strength training and customized nutrition, helping you run faster and finish stronger.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
My home trails are the South Downs in England. I love working with runners to help them achieve their goals and reach their full potential. I take a holistic approach to coaching and aim to balance all of the different aspects of training to best serve each individual athlete.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I have been running for many decades, beginning in elementary school, through high school and college, then onto post-collegiate road racing and then trail and ultra racing.
I'm a mom, a climber, a gardener, a reader, a writer, a community volunteer, and an animal lover.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I'm Scott Millman, a dedicated running coach and avid ultra-marathoner. With UESCA and RRCA certifications, I specialize in guiding runners of all abilities, drawing on my extensive experience from 5k to 100k races and a deep passion for endurance sports.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Expert/Advanced
Hello! My name is Jenny. I’m a newer runner I’ve completed 2 half marathons and I’m in the training process for my first full marathon! I love running with my dog who is excellent at keeping my easy runs easy since she is a hound & stops to sniff ALL THE TIME! I look forward to working with you!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
After moving to Vancouver, I discovered the incredible mountains and trails and quickly became obsessed with all things trail and ultrarunning! As a coach, I aim to guide sustainable progress, foster a sense of adventure, and empower my athletes to help shape their success in the sport.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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
Experienced runner and qualified trail/fell-running coach, based in the French Alps for 15 years. I am here to share my knowledge of run training & racing, on road, trail & mountain.
I employ a structured but flexible approach, focusing on your goals, factoring in the realities of daily life.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
My personal passion is Trail, Ultra running, and Marathons, but I am equally strong in shorter distances and road running.
I enjoy showing beginners how to evolve in running and conquer new distances, as well as veteran runners chasing new PR’s
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
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
I am a certified Personal Trainer, Spartan SGX coach, UESCA certified running coach specialized in Trail running, Spartan Race and hybrid workout
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Hi! Wanted to share a little bit about me with you all. I'm Sarah Simmons, founder of SarieSims Coaching. I'm passionate about all things running, trail hiking and backpacking, but even more than that I'm passionate about moving my body.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
As a competitive endurance athlete, mom, wife, and coach with 10+ years of experience I appreciate the importance of making the most of time spent training. I’ve worked with athletes whose goal is to completing their first race as well as those competing for a championship slot.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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
I’ve coached since 2016 after competing internationally in track sprints. While my background is in speed, I’ve always loved long distances. Now in Japan, I race ekidens and ultras from 50K to 100 miles while coaching athletes of all ages and advising runners coming to Japan to race ultras.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
I’m Erin Robertson, the Gold Coast coach behind PLAY HARD RUN COACHING. Through coaching, I support runners to discover adventures, reach their potential, cross finish lines, and experience the transformative nature of trail and ultra running.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Running is not just a way to stay fit, but a way to discover yourself, your limits, and your expectations. I’ve competed in the toughest races in the Alps, failed, learned a lot, and my goal as a coach is simple: to help my athletes become the best version of themselves.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
"Welcome, future runners! I'm Coach Cova, and I'm here to help you unlock your true potential and achieve the running goals you've always dreamed of. Whether you're aiming to run your first 5K, break your personal record, or tackle that marathon, I believe every runner has the ability to go further
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate
1-3 years
UESCA-certified running coach and active-duty U.S. Army soldier with experience in the 75th Ranger Regiment and 10th Special Forces Group. I coach beginner runners, tactical athletes preparing for military selections, and endurance athletes from their first race to ultramarathons.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
As an endurance sports practitioner, I completed the UESCA Ultrarunning certification program and worked with my team of amateur runners to analyze performance and develop training programs to achieve our set goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Former athlete, floorball player, and survival racer, currently an ultrarunner. My experience as a PE teacher and conditioning coach has led me to specialize in running. I focus on technical and fitness development, utilizing data analysis from labs and fieldwork to support athletes in their goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
Hi, I'm a seasoned ultrarunner with a strong interest in ultrarunning culture and its athletes. I find as much fulfilment in my own performance as I do in watching others perform and grow as their dedication to the sport deepens. I'm approaching midlife, and I have no plans of slowing down.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I’m Nithin S S, an ultra-endurance (road & trail) runner, and a long-time student of human performance. My running journey began with curiosity and gradually evolved into a pursuit of mastery, discipline, and personal growth. I’ve learned that running is far more than a sport.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Hi! I am a passionate WWT professional cyclist, Olympian and now a certified UESCA Cycling Coach. I have been racing bikes since I was 8 years old, and I have fallen completely in love with the sport and also with the science behind it. I'm excited to coach athletes to help them reach their goals!
- Cycling
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Recovery Run Coaching aims to make running at a high level more accessible to motivated runners through expert coaching and proven science. We employ two winning ultra runners who are also professional Physical Therapists.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I spent most of my life as a research scientist so I was hardly considered an ”athlete”. When I was challenged to run a marathon, I found that the running coaches I encountered did not have a good grasp of how to train someone with no sports background. I became a coach to help people like me.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Running is a way of life to me and it has helped me realize how precious our life is. Being happy is so underrated and following a sport of my choice has transformed my life exponentially. I would really like to give back to my community and help them achieve their goals
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
I'm an avid endurance athlete providing coaching for both road and trail running. Working with athletes across all levels, I offer customized programs with 1-on-1 support to help you achieve your individual goals!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
John Mark Cheney is a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Endurance nutritional. He is also a competitive ultramarathoner, trail ultrarunner, and founder of Trail Syndicate based in East Texas.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 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 am an experienced coach and competitive distance runner. I have coached elementary school, college and adults in distances from 1 mile to ultramarathons.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
Certified ultra running coach, trail runner, and endurance athlete from Italy. I help runners improve through personalized coaching, continuous feedback, and adaptive training plans focused on the athlete’s real needs, goals, and lifestyle.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I've been involved in some form of cycling, or running, for over 30 years. I joined my high school cross-country team in 1992, and started mountain biking a short time after that. Over the course of my racing career, I've also competed in over 225 cycling, mountain bike, or cyclocross races.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
My name is Kay and I live in the beautiful state of Maine directly on the NH border with my amazing family. Running has proven to be such a powerful tool for growth, development, and mental health management for me and I would love to share my passion with you and help you SMASH SOME GOALS!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Christian is a multi-faceted endurance athlete with nearly 13 years of experience across the OCR, triathlon, Ironman, Otillo, and ultra-running industries. He was the first male to ever set the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to complete an ultramarathon distance on every continent.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 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
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
¡Hola! Mi nombre es Fernando. Soy corredor, entrenador de correr y médico especialista. Trabaja conmigo y juntos lograremos desarrollar todo tu pontencial y encontrar la mejor versión de ti. ¡Vamos!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
