Hi, I’m Marlena.

I’m a UESCA Certified Ultra Running Coach and UESCA Certified Ultra Running Endurance Nutrition Coach with nearly 18 years of coaching experience. Before entering the world of endurance sports, I spent almost two decades coaching dressage riders, where I learned that successful coaching is built on trust, communication, and understanding that every athlete is unique.

Today, I bring those same principles to endurance running.

As an active trail and ultramarathon runner, I understand firsthand the challenges of training for long distances—the early mornings, the setbacks, the excitement of race day, and everything in between. My coaching combines personal experience with evidence-based training to help athletes prepare for races of any distance while staying healthy, consistent, and enjoying the process.

My approach goes beyond writing training plans. I help athletes understand the why behind their training, teaching them how to fuel properly, improve race nutrition, train their gut for competition, build strength, recover effectively, and develop the confidence to perform at their best.

Whether you’re training for your first 5K, your first marathon, or your next ultramarathon, my goal is to help you become a stronger, healthier, and more resilient athlete—not just for your next race, but for years to come.

I’m committed to continuous learning and staying current with the latest research in endurance performance, nutrition, and coaching so I can provide every athlete with the highest level of support.

I believe that every workout has a purpose, consistency beats perfection, and with the right guidance, you can accomplish far more than you ever thought possible.