“I first started working with Nicole right after I signed up for my first marathon, NYC Marathon 2021. Being my first ever marathon, you could imagine the nerves. Nicole eased my mind and coached me through the whole training process. Nicole really takes a holistic approach to her coaching. She first started by understanding my current level of training, specific goals, injuries and concerns. With that info, she curated a marathon training program specific to me and continued to check-in throughout the process. The check-ins were vital to me throughout training. We’d debrief on long runs, weekly mileage wins and loses, nutrition, shoe recommendations, mindset, etc. My main concern was to get through the race without serious injuries. I am prone to knee and hip injuries from running and Nicole really took my concerns into account. She recommended I go through PT in addition to my training. During the race and the days that followed, I felt amazing, besides the expected aches and pains when running 26 miles!
Although, I was working with Nicole virtually it felt like we were training together in person. Nicole is so knowledgeable about all things running and you can really tell she loves what she does and wants others to love it too. I can’t thank her enough for her time, knowledge and confidence in me to get me to race day. I thought my first marathon would be my last but, Nicole warned me that might not be the case. I will 100% hire Nicole again to coach me through it. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
— Dana G.
A communicative and supportive running coach. I connected with Nicole to train for my first half marathon. She customized a program specific to my needs and regularly guided me with insights and tips, proactively checking in on my progress, and managed me through successes and challenges. Working with Nicole improved my gait, increased my endurance, and boosted my confidence and appreciation for running. Would highly recommend her.
-Lara B.
I signed up for a half marathon on a whim on January 1st to give myself a goal to work towards in the new year. I wasn’t a runner in the slightest and quickly became overwhelmed with the idea of it all and burnt out from not training properly. Once I started working with Nicole that changed! She corrected my running form, created a custom plan for my schedule, helped me through injuries and kept me motivated throughout the entire training process. And most importantly she somehow helped me learn to enjoy running! The half marathon was way easier and more fun than I ever imagined because of how mentally and physically prepared I was as a result of working with Nicole. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough and will definitely be giving her a call when I sign up for a full!
-Kerry P.
“I had already done a marathon with a coach, so when I signed up for Nicole to coach me through the NYC 1/2 marathon, I thought I already had all the tools necessary to be successful but I was wrong. Nicole first set up a consultation and a GAIT analysis to understand what my goals were, and where there were opportunities with my stride. After having a better understanding of my expectations she created a program that wouldn’t only work for my busy traveling schedule but also help me surpass goals in a way that was realistic. There were runs in which I didn’t feel confident in the outcomes but Nicole was there to reassure me and give me advice on how we could get better each time.The weekly check ins and monthly runs we did together didn’t only just help me for this race but I believe have set me up for future races. I learned multiple exercises and techniques that I hadn’t known of before that made me a stronger runner with better form. Nicole doesn’t just want you to learn how to run for the race you are training with her but she wants to teach you how to run for life. I am grateful I signed up for Nicole’s coaching for this race and look forward to working with her in the future. “
- Dorothy B.
“Running a marathon has always been a long term goal of mine. The training seemed scary and overwhelming until I met Nicole. She tailored a 4 month plan for me that catered to my schedule and goals. She couldn’t be more responsive and helpful throughout the process. I HIGHLY recommend using her to help guide you along the way and even be your biggest cheerleader haha. If it’s your first or 100th distance run I would 10/10 recommend using her! Can’t wait to start my next plan with her!”
— Jessica G
I wanted to do a marathon for my 50th birthday last April. But I wasn’t making it. So for my 50th birthday I decided on a half titled, “America’s Toughest Road Race”. But I still wanted to make it to the marathon level. I’m still in my 50th year anyway!
I had all kinds of aches and pains to work through, and all kinds of beliefs that maybe my body was just too “over the hill” to get me there. Not to mention dealing with the emotional heaviness of coping with my mom’s massive stroke in May.
For all of this, I needed a coach. Thank you for pulling me through and pushing me past my own hurdles! The kind of work you do is life changing. I’m so so grateful for you!!
- Christine
“Signing up for my second half marathon was nerve-racking and full of doubts. Running had always been my weakness and my previous half marathon left me feeling defeated and like I could never be a runner. Nicole helped me step by step, and strategically individualized my training plan to build my endurance, speed, and confidence each week. Her detailed plans made every run easy to follow, and she was completely prepared for any setbacks or adjustments that needed to be made to my training schedule. Nicole made the experience feel like a team effort, and that 13.1 miles wasn’t an obstacle I had to tackle alone. By the end of the program, I had seen changes in my pacing, and my mindset and found the fun in something I once dreaded. During the race, I trusted my training and was so proud of myself for accomplishing my goal time! Nicole was the first person to wish me good luck on race day, the first person to congratulate me when I crossed the finish line and made weeks of training feel personal and tailored from start to finish. Her help was invaluable and an educational experience that I’ve continued to implement in my daily workouts. Now, I'm excited to run and I can't wait to sign up for my next race!”
- Kelly C.
“After getting into the NYC marathon, I knew that I could train physically, but I was looking for that accountability that i couldn’t give myself. After going through the overall plan, nicole helped ease any worries that I had through everything from nutrition to race day logistics for my first marathon. The day of, although I had some nerves, I knew that because I had been following the plan, doing my runs, and checking in with nicole throughout the process I knew I had the ability to finish the race. During the race, I felt incredible because I knew I was prepared, and I’ve even gone from hating running to enjoying it, and already looking forward to signing up for my next race!”
-Rachel J.
“I signed up for the Honolulu marathon on a whim with very little running experience and had never ran over 4 miles at a time in my life. I signed up for this marathon thinking I could train on my own, but after realizing how crazy my upcoming schedule was I knew I could use some help and accountability. Nicole was the perfect person to help me reach my goals! She was extremely patient when creating my training plan because I am a flight attendant and work crazy hours, so having her to help me figure out what I needed to do on my layovers was so helpful. We did weekly check-ins where we discussed how I was feeling physically, but also how I was doing mentally. Training for a marathon required way more mental strength than I ever could have imagined, but Nicole was there every step of the way to encourage me and remind me why I started in the first place. Throughout the training process, I encountered a few minor injuries, but we were able to rearrange the schedule, take time to heal, incorporated rehabilitating stretches and exercises and I was able to continue training and finish the race!
My first marathon was an experience I have never had before, leaving me feeling so accomplished and so proud of myself.… and believe it or not I had so much FUN! I plan to do more marathons in the future, and I know Nicole will be my go-to personal hype woman again when that time comes. She is a genius at what she does and I couldn’t recommend training with her more. Thank you Nicole for all your patience and hard work, it was a pleasure crushing my goals with you by my side.”
-Christina B.
I had a terrible experience with my first half marathon, thanks to a generic training plan that left me over-training and with a serious hamstring injury. When I decided to run my second half marathon, I knew I needed a trainer who could help me reach the start line healthy, stronger, and confident. That's when I met Nicole.
From day one, Nicole was incredibly supportive and understanding of my injury. She corrected my running form, helped me recover from my injury, and created a personalized training plan that was suited just for me. We had weekly check-ins and in-person runs together, where she would motivate and cheer me on every step of the way. The exercises and techniques she taught me helped me become a stronger runner and kept me injury-free.
When race day finally came, I was never more mentally and physically prepared. I wasn't nervous because Nicole had prepared me for this moment. Thanks to her help, I ran the best race of my life and felt incredibly accomplished and proud of myself.
Nicole is an incredible running trainer, and I cannot recommend her enough for any distance race you are looking to run! She goes above and beyond to ensure that her clients are healthy, strong, and confident. Thanks to Nicole's guidance and support, I was able to achieve my goals and become a better runner overall.
- Anna V.
“Running the 2022 NYC Marathon is an experience I will never forget. On race day I felt fully prepared to conquer the course with the help of my amazing trainer, Nicole. I trained with Nicole for about 6 month prior to the marathon. We did some pre training before we got into the mist of marathon training and I truly am so grateful for that. Those short, easy runs were truly the ones that prepared me for that 26.2 miles. I am extremely grateful for Nicole's guidance from the running plan, the meet ups, the nutrition advice and even the sneakers. Without those little steps I would've never been able to fully prepare for the big day. That 6 month training period truly tested me physically and mentally. I feel that after conquering that's I can truly do anything now!”
-Taylor C.
“Training with Nicole has been so rewarding. I debated signing up for a half marathon for so long and decided I would reach out to Nicole and give it a shot having no idea what it would be like having a running couch. Nicole gave me a new perspective on running. She took the time to understand me as a runner and how to work with me. Past problems I’ve had with running that have made me doubt I could ever run far distances went away. Nicole gave me solutions and always supported me. I began to enjoy waking up super early and dedicating time to my runs. I enjoyed the challenges throughout the week learning new things and pushing myself. I thought it was going to be difficult having a busy work schedule but Nicole customized a program for me each week around my time. I now feel stronger and more confident than I felt three months ago. I finished my first half marathon and am looking forward to so many more. Nicole made this such a fun, rewarding experience and I couldn’t have done this without her!”
- Taylor T.
“Before I met Nicole I had only ran a 5k. I always wondered if I would be able to run further. Nicole coached me and helped me run my first half marathon! She helped me set realistic goals, provided encouragement, and was able to answer any questions I had throughout the training process. Nicole's run club has a friendly vibe. Everyone either runs at their own pace or stays with a group whose pace is similar to theirs. I found a group that runs similar paces to me, and this helped me make new friends! Nicole's course maps are differentiated based on how many miles you plan to run that day. The courses are always different too! (Which is great because you never get bored running on the same course!) If you are looking to become a runner, join a run club to meet new friends or challenge yourself.. Nicole is the girl to call!”
-Jaclyn V.
“After losing 25lbs and reaching my goal weight, I was looking for something new. Something I knew would challenge me. Before training for my half marathon, running was never a strength of mine. Every time I got on a treadmill I felt nervous; anything more than a mile would freak me out! After seeing that the next local half marathon was on my 25th birthday, it felt like a sign. Not sure if I would have signed up myself, but my friends, family and Nicole gave me the motivation to do it. Nicole literally showed me I can do what I think is impossible. I pushed myself further than my limits. I tapped into parts of myself I never even knew existed. Most importantly, I tried something new to better myself. Training for the half not only increased my physical endurance, but my mental endurance as well. Nicole helped me prove to myself that if I really put my mind to it, I can absolutely do it. I'm forever grateful for this experience. I gifted myself a medal for my 25th birthday, probably one of the coolest birthday gifts I've ever gotten! There's no other run coach to go to- she's the one. Thank you Nicole.”
-Jordelin L.