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Ultrarunning coach specializing in working with those who are new to trails, attempting their first ultra, or just looking for their first structured training plan. I'm a data-driven coach who provides detailed plans, but also a cheerleader. My goal is to help you find joy in the sport!

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

As a lifelong runner I’ve run over 25 marathons, dozens of 1/2’s and even an Ultra. I am a 7x Boston marathon finisher and self coached myself to many PR’s. I’ve chased my dreams and goals for years and now feel pulled to share my passion, expertise and drive to help others reach theirs.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

Experienced on the trails of Ontario and Quebec, I'm excited to help runners of all abilities and experience levels achieve their ultrarunning goals using an athlete-first coaching approach that values one-on-one engagement.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I create individualized training plans that emphasize proper fueling, long-term health, and sustainable performance.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

I'm an online running coach who has spent years helping runners of every level — from first-timers to semi-elite competitors — train smarter and race better. Since 2018 I've written one-on-one training plans for runners around the world, and I'm proud to be among the first coaches in mainland China.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 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

Hi, I’m Katie! I have been running off and on since 2010. I became a coach to help people like me who don’t feel like they’re “serious” or fast enough to get a coach but who have wanted help getting started or working toward a goal.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

My name is Luke and have been coaching online since 2006. Many know me from authoring the Hansons Marathon Method book series. I work mainly with intermediate and advanced runners.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

I'm an Air Force veteran and former law enforcement officer who specializes in flexible, personalized coaching for unpredictable schedules. Deployed overseas? Traveling for work? PT test coming up? Your training adapts to your reality with no guesswork, just results.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hi my name is Francis Parreñas

My coaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that running is more than just a physical activity, it is a powerful tool for personal well-being and mental discipline.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

I am an Ultrarunning Coach & Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach who has finished 12 races of 100 miles or more since 2020, including Cocodona 250. I firmly believe that anyone can run ultras, and that there is a world of incredible possibility waiting just beyond your comfort zone. Run with me!

• Ultrarunning

• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

My name is Juan Villegas, and I am a dedicated high-performance athlete and running coach with a passion for helping others achieve their goals.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

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’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

I’m Don Santillan, a trail and ultra runner based in Baguio City, and I’ve been running since 2012. Growing up and training in the mountains shaped my love for long days on the trails and for the lessons that only ultras can teach patience, humility, and resilience.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

Lisa is a firm believer that the mental aspect of running is just as important as the physical, and her training incorporates both.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

I'm a trail runner with 10+ years of experience, an anthropologist, and a project manager. Passionate about ultra and stage races, I see running as a tool for growth. As a coach, I blend science with a holistic approach, helping runners integrate the sport into a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I was a previous D1 cross country and distance running athlete, and marathon runner, and I recently earned my ultramarathon badge!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

I love running, talking about running, and coaching running. I have also coached recruits to pass running fitness exams for Policing, Firefighting, and Special Forces.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

Having coached hundreds of athletes, I enjoy the commitment to a process and the satisfaction of working hard to achieve a goal. I believe in sustainable training that balances strength training, running, mobility as well as life and work to achieve your physical goals while staying injury-free!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Marathoner with 16 finishes—including Boston, NYC & Chicago. PR 2:41. Since 2019 I’ve logged nearly 19,000 miles. I’m passionate about competing and helping others unlock stronger bodies and sharper minds through running. Let’s level up your performance together!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

I'm Sasha Westra, founder of Vantage: performance and wellbeing coaching for entrepreneurs. I help driven business owners get stronger, sharper and more resilient through four pillars: movement, nutrition, recovery and mindset. Entrepreneur and ultrarunner myself.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Hi - I'm Ben! I love competing in ultra marathons and spending days on the trails but I know running has it's challenges. I believe that running improvement should be a fun and positive process and I take pride in being here to support athletes at every stage of their journey.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hallo, ich bin Silvan, Trailrunning-Coach mit einer Vorliebe für Waldwege, Höhenmeter und individuelle Trainingsansätze. Vom Partyläufer zum Ultrarunner habe ich selbst erlebt, wie bereichernd dieser Sport sein kann – und helfe nun anderen dabei, ihren eigenen Weg im Trailrunning zu finden.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

As a passionate outdoor and endurance enthusiast, I compete in triathlons, cycling marathons, and running events. As a UESCA Certified Running Coach, I share this passion through structured training, supported by certified strength coaches and equipment at CrossFit TimeOut and TriaLab.shop.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Hello!

I’m a Doctor of Physical Therapy, UESCA certified running coach, and endurance athlete who is usually training for something slightly unreasonable. I help runners train intelligently with individualized, evidence informed coaching that supports both performance and long-term health.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Kevin is a dedicated fitness trainer, endurance coach, and the founder of KH Adventure Fitness. Bringing decades of passion, integrity, and deep logical expertise to athletes of all experience levels, Kevin specializes in building the specific stamina and technique required to conquer demanding even

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

Michael is a UESCA Running Coach, a USA Cycling, Level 2 certified coach and Enlifted Method, Level 2 certified mindset coach. He coaches National Champions, Age-groupers as well as CEOs and emerging leaders.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

Hello, my name is Danny Brigman and I'm a father of 5 kids, work full time, and train for ultra marathons so I understand how difficult it can be to make time for training along with life's other demands. I'm Native American and can understand the cultural differences that others may not.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

MY PASSION FOR CYCLING AND FITNESS HAS FUELED MY DESIRE TO HELP OTHERS NAVIGATE THEIR NUTRITIONAL GOALS. IN A WORLD FULL OF FAD DIETS AND SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS, IT CAN BE TRICKY TO UNDERSTAND WHAT OUR BODIES NEED TO PERFORM AT THEIR BEST.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Athlete, Coach, and Race Director
Sponsored by: @AltraRunning
2:19 Marathon | 2:51 50k
Professional Pacer & 3 x Guinness WR
Coach @HardloopRun
Race Director @TrailRacingOverTexas

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I am a UESCA Ultra Coach and Kenyan athlete. My 50K−200M coaching merges physiological understanding with rigorous, evidence-based systems. I engineer deep resilience and disciplined execution to guarantee performance. My methodology mitigates race failure and optimizes results.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

I have been an athlete and runner my entire life and been helping athletes get and stay pain free and perform their best for over 25 years. I am a certified personal trainer, certified posture alignment specialist, certified advanced exercise therapist, and certified ultra running coach.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

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 an avid runner living in Lakewood, Colorado. I love finding new trails, running with friends, taking on new courses and terrains all of which help me keep the excitement and joy of running alive. I’ll race anything from 5k to 50k to 100 milers and even the occasional beer mile. Let's chat!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

I am a trail and ultrarunning enthusiast from Saudi Arabia with a passion for mountain running and endurance sports. I have participated in several trail and ultramarathon events and developed a strong interest in the science of endurance training and athlete performance.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner

0-1 year

I became a run leader at a local club after realising there were no leads supporting back-of-the-packers like myself. I moved in to leading off-road runs, added guide running to my repertoire and then eventually decided to move in to coaching with the same goal: support for the often-unsupported.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

I help runners train for ultramarathons — whether it's your first marathon or next 100-miler. My approach is holistic: your work, family, and everyday stress all shape how your body feels, so training fits around your life, not the reverse. It's about a healthy, active life, not just a schedule.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

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

Hi, I’m Louie Niala, a competitive athlete with experience in track, road, and trail races. I’m also the head coach of our school’s track and field team, which regularly qualifies for national events. I coach athletes of all levels.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

UESCA Certified Triathlon Coach | Multiple Ironman Finisher | Hybrid Athlete | Coach for Everyday Limitless
Helping driven individuals balance life + endurance sport with structured science-backed coaching.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

My running story began back in 2000, when I ran my first marathon in Edmonton, Alberta. Fast forward a few years and I discovered my love for trail running and chasing sunrises. I have completed distances of 5k to 160 km. I even dipped my toes into triathlon – finishing Ironman Whistler.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

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

Hi, I’m Coach Rebecca! I’m a running & multisport coach. I’ve been an endurance athlete for over 30 years. I started coaching 16 years ago and earned my Master’s and Ph.D. in Exercise Science. Team Performance Project are runners, trail ultrarunners, adventure racers and SwimRun athletes.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

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

We are born to run and I am here to help maximize your potential as a runner. I believe an athlete should have a team of professionals around them and I will work with that team to get the best performance out of you. So let's get started!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

Hi, I'm Maya, a dedicated runner with 8+ years of experience. I love helping others achieve their running goals, whether short or long distances. I am originally Lebanese and based in the UAE. I can coach virtually or in-person

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

I am an experienced trail and ultra runner, having completed lots of ultramarathons since 2015, including creating my own challenge of running from Switzerland back to Norfolk in the UK.

I use this experience and my coaching knowledge to help runners achieve their trail and ultra running goals.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years