Injury Free Running Coaching

Injury-Free Running Coach

You were made to run. Let's work together with proven systems to help your body become resilient to stress, heal from illness and injury. You'll gain energy, reduce pain and inflammation, and enjoy running more than ever.

"One run can change your day, many runs can change your life."

Anonymous

Experience Joy.

I’ve loved running for a long time, but I didn’t truly love it until I lost it. I know what it means to lose everything in more ways than one (injuries, sickness, fatigue, overwhelm, etc). In my studies, I’ve found that our bodies are resilient and able to heal and thrive when given the right environment. Are you ready to see your running thrive?

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About coach kirsten

I am a holistic health and running coach with a major focus in helping people really learn how to heal and strengthen the whole body in a way that allows you to really thrive in your health. As a running coach, I focus on helping you connect with your whole body in order to create a body that really runs well.

Having experienced burnout and loads of injuries at one point in my health and running history, I really went after learning about functional movement, corrective exercises, understanding the mechanics of the human body and running form, as well as how nutrition plays a part in our body’s ability to recover and train well.

I hold certifications in running, running form, exercise nutrition, nutrition for healing the body, integrative nutrition, personal training, corrective exercises, and more.

I always offer a FREE initial consultation and would love to connect to see if we’re a good fit!

What to expect

I currently offer either a choice between a one-time session or a monthly coaching package.

ONE-TIME SESSION
The one-time coaching session offers a chance to receive immediate breakthrough and feedback.

These include the following based on your needs & goals:

Form & gait assessment.
An overview of your current training program.
A full assessment of key areas that affect the “runner’s body” that include: mobility, stability, and strength.
Recommendations for moving forward.

MONTHLY PACKAGE

The monthly coaching package is where you’ll receive the most support possible to help you on your way to becoming the best runner you can be.

These include, but are not limited to:

Coaching calls (or in-person appointments depending on the need or location)
Fully customized running training program
Mobility workouts based on your needs
Strength movements to compliment your running routine and goals
Nutritional aide, recipes, and guidelines
Mindset coaching to overcome blocks

GETTING STARTED

To get started, simply sign up for a free Discovery Call below where we’ll go over your personal goals, where you’re at now, any current roadblocks, and we will discover whether we are a good fit to work together and what type of coaching is best for your situation.

Getting Started

Curious About Coaching?

Interested in coaching, but not sure where to start or what it looks like? Schedule a free call below and we’ll go through your current goals and situation.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re ready to get started, you can sign up right away using the link below. Monthly coaching is $125/mo and is all-inclusive, cancel at any time.

Testimonials

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I can't recommend Coach Kirsten highly enough!

I can’t recommend Kirsten highly enough! We’ve worked together nearly 2 years, and as a busy working mom of 3 kids 3 and under, I was struggling to find balance with my weight, nutrition, exercise, energy, self-care, stress and overwhelm. I initially chose to work with Kirsten for nutrition counseling, and at the time didn’t realize how my problems were interconnected ...

I already considered myself pretty healthy and enjoyed occasional running, but suffered from hip/knee/pregnancy-related injuries, and thought that maybe I should transition to a lower-impact sport. But over 8 months, she supported me from injury assessment, to physical therapy, to strength training, to running coaching — so that I beat my 18-year-old-self’s marathon time at more than double the age, injury-free!

My husband and I both lost 15-20 pounds without even trying; I’m the strongest I’ve ever been; and best of all — I’m confident that I have the skills and perspective to maintain this lifestyle moving forward.

I’m excited to continue working with her as a running coach as I set my sights on more goals, like trail races and triathlons. Thank you, Kirsten!

Cassie G

Health & Running Coaching (2022)

I will forever be grateful for Kirsten!

I worked with Coach Kirsten for about 15 months. I was a beginner runner that had been going it on my own for a while, but I wasn’t making much progress and had several injury issues with my back and reoccurring shin splits.

Within a few months of starting I had started balancing out strength deficiencies and was learning that a lot of my issues were from not properly strengthening my body and a lack of flexibility. In May 2021 I ran the Bolder Boulder, which was an awesome experience. By September I ran in a 10K trail run and didn’t feel like I was going to die after running all those hills!

By November I had lost 35 pounds and was in probably the best shape of my adult life. On top of my running 2021 was probably the hardest year of my life personally. Kirsten taught me some life skills that saved me when I was at the end of my rope.

I am still using journal dumping and tapping to help me with whatever is trying to take over my brain. I will forever be grateful for Kirsten helping me both physically and mentally. I am able now to take was she taught me and apply it to my life. Live well and run free!

Tammy K

Holistic Health & Running Coaching (2022)

Coach K set out a plan and I achieved my goal, and the crazy thing was that it felt easy. I am also now 3 weeks into a difficult marathon training plan, and am meeting most of my pace and distance goals.
I have to say that whatever Coach K did for me has been GREAT, Moreover, Coach K helped me adapt the plan to my current running abilities. Also, I like that Coach K focused not just on running, but on overall fitness – we did strength, core, cardio, balance, and stretching/recovery ... and I am glad Coach K was able to provide a well-rounded program for me that included all aspects of fitness.

Elyssa W

Running Coaching (2022)

Worked with Coach Kirsten for 6 months and my running improved on all levels. My stride, pace and endurance dramatically improved. Kirsten created an individualized running program for me and made changes to it as needed.

I learned so much from her in our time working together. From proper nutrition, stretching, warm up, core and muscle strengthening to everything related to running. I’m forever grateful to Coach Kirsten.

Aryeh L

Running Coaching (2022)

Kirsten is THE BEST

I'm a long-time runner but I have had consistent pain/injuries on runs for the past year. With Kirsten’s help and strengthening exercises I am nearly pain-free on all runs and have not felt this strong in 15 years. I cannot recommend her more, especially if you are coming back from an injury.

Amanda

Running Coaching (2023)

I have been working with Coach Kirsten for months and the results speak for themselves. I never imagined I could run a 5K, I have and finished strong! She’s helped me patiently on my form, strength, mobility, balance and endurance. I really appreciate her encouragement and science backed guidance. She’s a rock star and I’m so grateful we found each other!

John D

Running Coaching (2024)

Coach Kirsten was so easy to talk with. She is very knowledgeable in strength and mobility and gave me some great stretches and exercises to incorporate in my daily routine. It was nice to see her approach is not one size fits all, but instead very personalized to me and where I’m at.

Michelle

Running Coaching (2024)

“I never thought I would be able to…”

“I never thought I would be able to…”, is a common phrase I kept repeating while training under Coach K. From March to August of 2024, I completed my first race, a 5k, and a half marathon at Moro Bay. I tackled these goals with confidence because Coach K helped me build realistic expectations, dynamically scheduled my training routine when things in life happened and gave great in-person feedback on my form and how to improve.
Coach K is empathetic and follows up weekly to check in on your progress. I appreciate all her expertise in running and nutrition as she answered all my questions thoughtfully and thoroughly. I recommend Coach K to anyone who wants to tackle their “eventually” running goals and make them a reality.

Gilbert R

Running Coaching (2024)

Kirsten is smart and supportive and realistic and motivating and lovely to work with. You’ll be in good hands working with her.

Jay

Running Coaching (2024)

The best running coach! Truly great attitude and personality to work with. Extremely knowledgeable in health and fitness and really tailored plans according to your goals. Will definitely work with again.

Eileen

Running Coaching (2023)

Kirsten saved my running!

Kirsten has saved my running. As an avid runner for over a decade, I have been riddled with injury for the last several years. I am in my 50's and just figured it was time for me to give it up. At the recommendation of a friend, I researched running coaches and found Kirsten. She really listened to me and she understood my sincere desire to continue running. We started from ground zero to build a solid foundation....something I had never done. When I began with Kirsten back in November of 2019, I couldn't run without pain and had been sidelined for 5 months.

I am now training for another 1/2 marathon and am putting in miles that I haven't been able to do for over 3 years! I am stronger than ever! My long runs are now up to 2 hours! She has helped with not only my running but with nutrition as well. I always felt that I was a clean eater but she has really helped to refine my diet which in turn has helped my overall health and translated beautifully into my running routine, helping to rid my body of inflammation. I am so grateful to have found Kirsten......she is the BEST BEST BEST!! I am sooooo happy! Thank you Kirsten!!!!

Holly W

Running Coaching (2021)

you were made to thrive

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