Train Strategically. Run Consistently. Achieve Your Running Goals.
I offer tailored distance running coaching designed for your unique life. By implementing a structured training strategy and fostering the daily consistency it takes to excel, I blend the world-renowned Kenyan running ethos with data-driven methods to help you sustainably crush your personal bests.
With decades of experience as a runner, sports writer, and coach, I still find running a continuous, dynamic learning process. That’s why, in addition to offering coaching, I remain the first client of my own coaching philosophy and share my experiences with my fellow clients.
The clients that I coach consistently praise my coaching for its effectiveness, personal approach, and the real progress they experience. I have a 5/5 average rating from clients across different continents. Clients highlight noticeable improvements in their running speed, endurance, and recovery, with some reporting gains of 20–30 seconds per kilometre in just a few months.
They value my supportive style, commitment to long-term development, and expertise rooted in my own running background and access to Kenyan training insights. Overall, clients describe me as a pleasure to work with and highly recommend my coaching for real, measurable results.
Check out my clients’ testimonials here.
For recommended paces for a range of daily runs and workouts—including easy runs, long runs, tempo runs, short (VO2 Max) intervals, long intervals, and sessions to practice your race-goal pace, try out the Kenyan Athlete Running Pace Calculator
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FAQs
How long does it take before I see improvement in my fitness level?
It depends on your availability to train and on your recent running history. But typically, three months should be enough to get you into good shape.
What do I need to have before joining your online coaching programs?
Three things are essential: a GPS watch, running shoes/apparel, and a running app where I can check your runs (Strava, Garmin Connect, etc.).
Do I need to be in a training group or running club?
No. My training programs are individualised. However, you can discuss this with me if you have a running group nearby and would like to join them occasionally, and we can take that into consideration.
Can we schedule a Zoom or WhatsApp call to discuss your online coaching further?
Yes, we are happy to talk and discuss how we can work together. Please call us or book online through our website.
What fitness level or age do I have to be to get your online coaching?
I work with runners of all ages and fitness levels. We discuss their fitness goals and work lives and take practical steps to achieve their running goals.
You don’t need to be at any fitness level to receive my online coaching.
Do you address injuries, cross-training and nutrition in your programs?
Yes, we offer an array of advice, including mental preparation for race day and choosing the right shoes for training and racing.