I've been a runner for 20 years and have ran 7 half marathons, 1 full (Chicago 2019), and have competed in countless 5k & 10k races. I am also a Certified Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) and Certified Holistic Nutritionist (AFPA). I love approaching fitness from a place of "Fun first, goals second!"
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
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 grew up as a competitive swimmer and have been a dedicated triathlete for over 17 years. Today, I combine my love of sport with coaching and personal training to help athletes build sustainable fitness and long-term performance.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
Chris is head coach & founder of RTS Coaching, specialising in marathon & ultra coaching. Drawing from the methods of legendary coaches but crucially using his own style, Chris is knowledgeable & vastly experienced, ready to coach endurance runners at all levels from 5k through to multi day events.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
A lifelong runner and endurance athlete I have trained runners for Jungle, desert and Mountain ultras my aim is to pass on my knowledge based on experience and qualification. My background includes Martial arts & Military where I have both trained and taught. I look forward to working with you. J
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
Hi, my name is Mattia Armellini I'm 26 and I am, first of all, a huge passionate about endurance sports in general. I'm from Italy where I compete in Cross Country skiing at a Professional level while being self coached. I love the physiological side of endurance sports, especially tirathlon.
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
I'm a reformed road marathoner now into trail running adventures. I use science to structure workouts to obtain physiological adaptations for success AND to help athletes discover what makes them want to go farther and dig deeper — in running and in life.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
15+ years of Coaching Experience - Biomechanics & Injury Prevention focus
25+ years of Racing Experience - Long course & Running/Ultra focus
12 years of Team Coaching Experience - DC Triathlon Head Coach
BS in Occupational Therapy & MBA
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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
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
ACE Certified Personal Trainer, UESCA Running Coach, Precision Nutrition Coach, and Girls Gone Strong (GGS) Certified Professional with 7+ years of client-facing experience. Specializes in strength training, running performance, and behavior-focused nutrition coaching.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
Experienced endurance athlete helping every ability achieve their endurance goals.
Ensuring that training is personalised to you, fits to your lifestyle and most importantly that you enjoy the process.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
Hello! My name is Frank Markham. I am a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach located in Williamsburg, Virginia. I am also a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
Hi, I'm a running coach, yoga teacher and biomedical scientist in the UK. I am a mum of three sons and two dogs, the dogs often join me running on the trails of South London/Surrey borders in the UK.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Industry Leader in Fitness and Wellness, Charismatic Founder and Coach, Corporate Wellness Consultant, and Accomplished Ultra Endurance Athlete.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
Arete Endurance is our mission to help endurance athletes become the best versions of themselves expressed through endurance sports.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 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
Hi! I'm a long time amateur runner and racer who decided to get into the science and methodology of exercise. I love to try and help others be more efficient and help them challenge themselves and reach their new goals. Happy to try and pass my knowledge and experience to you and help you learn,
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
I am a sub elite athlete and a coach. I specialize in road running as an athlete with a PR marathon time of 2:39:13 and specialize in endurance, strength, nutrition, and mental coaching.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
As we get older the main thing we acquire is experience. My aim is to pass on that experience, with knowledge gained, to help someone else gain good memories from activity
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
Hi! I'm Anna and I'm a UESCA certified cycling coach. My passion lies in ultra-endurance cycling and in helping women excel in the sport. Whether you're a beginner, looking to complete your first bikepacking trip or training for race, I'm here to help!
- Cycling
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I'm a virtual personal trainer and running coach who loves to help people see that they can do more than they thought possible while keeping a heathy balance of exercising & life outside of exercise.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
I coach trail and ultra runners who want to progress over the long term, not chase short-term fixes. My work focuses on durability, consistency, and intelligent training decisions that allow athletes to stay healthy, adaptable, and competitive across seasons.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- 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
With over 10 years of experience in entrepreneurship and being a life long athlete, I’m enjoying the challenge of thriving in difficult and uncertain environments over the long haul. As I started to coach family & friends around me, I realised the similarities in being a leader and being a Coach.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 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
Hello, my name is Sam and I am a UESCA certified run coach. I have been running for a little over 10 years and after all those years of running, I decided that I wanted to become a run coach. I am excited for the opportunity to help others enjoy running too.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
Played amateur-level soccer through high school and college and was a one-time state-level yoga competition champion. Ran everything from 5k to Marathon. No records here, barring the pleasant surprise of getting placed in age group in local (NJ) 8k, 10K and Half Marathons.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
Whether you want to run your first ultra/trail race, build a strength training program, or conquer your next marathon PR, I can help you get there. With over a decade of running and 8+ years coaching, I specialize in supporting women (and all genders) in the trail, ultra, and road world.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
Passionate ultrarunner based in Graubünden, Switzerland, with finishes including the Eiger Ultra Trail E101, X-Trails in Davos and participated in several backyard ultras. Working as professor and Director of Studies. I coach in German and English with a tailored, athlete-first approach.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
I’m an endurance coach with an MS in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition and 50 years of running experience. I use science-backed training, teaching experience, and personalized coaching to help athletes—from beginners to Boston qualifiers and 100-mile finishers—achieve their goals sustainably.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
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
I'm an avid marathon runner in the Boston area. I've been running for the last 11 years, and I have personally seen how this sport rewards those that show up every day to put in the effort and work. I'm passionate about helping other runners reach their full potential!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
I’m a 65 year-old Ultrarunner, certified Ultrarunning Coach and brand ambassador for several endurance sports gear and nutrition companies. I’ve been a runner and cyclist for most of my adult life, and entered the Ultra world 9 years ago. I’ve since run 50 ultras from 50k to 100 mile distances.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
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
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
An experienced ultra runner looking to share my expertise and lessons with you.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
I love working with beginning runners with big goals. Whether you're just getting started, or just starting to train "seriously," I'm here to help you understand how to become the best runner you can be.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
Race director for the Hardmoors series for the last 18 plus years. Certified personal trainer. 20 years of running Ultras including over 35 x100 plus milers
Mid pack runner who understands the importance of balancing family life with training.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Concern about agility and strength
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Beginner
0-1 year
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
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
My name is Mike, and I’ve been running for over 40 years. I recently became a UESCA certified running and ultramarathon coach, plus received a certification for endurance sports nutrition. I look forward to sharing my extensive running experience with you as your coach.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 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
I’m Kosta, a UESCA coach based in Toronto. Over 3 years, I’ve raced 70K to 200K across mountains and roads. I’ve learned that ultrarunning is a gateway to seeing the beauty in life. My mission is to help city-dwellers navigate flat terrain training to experience the wonder of trail races.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I was born and raised in New Zealand, and I now currently live between Spain and Chile.
I'm a full-time ultra runner and I coach a range of clients from around the world, I work with beginners wanting to complete their first event, to experienced endurance athletes running 200 plus mile races.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
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 Debasmita, a UESCA-certified ultra running coach and trail runner. I help runners build endurance, strength, and consistency through structured training, mobility, and recovery. My focus is sustainable progress—whether you're training for your first race, a PB, or moving toward longer distances.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
