Fitness Fatale
Marathon Nutrition for Female Runners
1:1 Run Coaching
You're a female runner over 35 who wants to run a faster marathon or half marathon
You work hard at work all day and support kids, aging parents and/or your partner and running is the one thing in your life just for you. Strategic & supportive run coaching helps take the “why” and “how” off your plate so you can focus on running goals that feel exciting and challenging, without being overwhelming.
RRCA Certified Run Coach
UESCA Endurance Nutrition Coach
Full time run coach
1:1 Run Coaching is for you if you're ready to chase bigger running goals but also…
You've been following an online training program or running 3–4x per week, but your race times aren’t getting faster.
When you have a race on your calendar, you're super motivated to finish faster this time—but then struggle with consistency. Some weeks you crush your training; other weeks your kid gets sick, has a recital, you have a big deadline at work, or “life” takes over. You aren’t sure whether to pick up where you left off or make up the runs you missed.
You tend to “go big” with your training. You’re running most days of the week, doing CrossFit, Orange Theory, or yoga, and wonder if feeling this tired means you’re making progress, need to eat more, or should take a rest day (which you don’t like doing).
You wonder if you should increase your mileage to improve—or to sign up for a full marathon or ultra—but can’t imagine how you’ll do it since training already feels like a lot.
You’ve been running for a while and want to know what will help you improve based on your specific weaknesses, strengths, and running background (for example: long runs feel easy, but speed workouts are tough, and your pace falls off around mile 8 of a half marathon).
You have multiple goals: you want to PR your marathon, love how your arms look in a tank top, and stay injury-free—but you aren’t sure how to balance strength training, running, and nutrition without burning out.
You’re overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice online. You know you should probably eat more carbs and fuel your runs, but you’re not sure what’s enough and what’s too much.
You can get faster and fitter, even though you’re getting older.
1:1 run coaching can give you clarity, direction, and support so you know that the hour you take out of your packed day to train is actually helping you reach your goal for your next race.
My Run Coaching Philosophy
UESCA Certified Endurance Nutrition Coach and RRCA Certified Run Coach
Training Must Challenge You Just Enough
If you're not getting faster, you're getting injured or sick frequently, or you can't stay consistent week to week, it's a red flag that your training is not working for you.
Training should challenge you enough to help you run faster or run longer, but not so much that your hamstring starts to hurt. It should feel tough, but sustainable enough that you can keep it up for months, not just one or two weeks.
As your run coach, I will create a schedule for you each week that is based on the previous week's training & your unique running history & goals, to stress your body enough to adapt and get stronger and faster. If you get a pain in your knee, or if your kid keeps you up all night or you get sick, you will let me know immediately so that we can adapt training to prevent injury and/or get you back to training as quickly as possible .
Food Fuels Your Training & Energy
The fuel you put in your body impacts every aspect of your training - from how much energy you have to push in your speed workouts, to how your legs feel in your long run, to whether you need a nap every Saturday (you shouldn't need one!), to whether you hit the wall in a marathon and have to walk instead of running to the finish.
As you age, nutrition becomes even more important when it comes to your running and body composition goals. Included in coaching is guidance on both performance fueling and healthy meal ideas to sustain you through training.
Training Must Change Throughout the Year
If your runs, strength training and eating looks the same in February as it does in May, we've got a problem.
We will build your plan around 2-3 key races or events each year. Your runs & strength training sessions (and nutrition) will be set up in a way that helps you become fastest and strongest for your race.
We will build in seasons of strength training, mileage building and/or weight loss (if desired) based on your goals. Your plan will be focused and strategic, not random, but you will not be the one worrying about the details - that's for me to do! Your job is to show up and execute based on the plan I've created for you and give me the feedback that helps me make it even more custom to you.
Accountability, Feedback & Community
While you're a highly motivated person in many areas of life, you cannot see all your blind spots. Most runners I work with are making fueling and training mistakes without realizing it.
The best athletes have coaches. You simply cannot see the things that are holding you back without an expert eye. Plus, partnering with me as your coach means you have someone in your corner who gets your training and wants to hear every detail (maybe your husband is sick of hearing about it!?). Communication is HUGE in my coaching- no question too silly and no problem too big. We'll get through it together.
Community is one of my favorite things about running, which is why I created the Run Fueled and Faster Community. This group is held in a private app, away from social media, is included free as part of your 1:1 coaching and is a place to connect with likeminded female runners, learn more about running & nutrition and take part in (recorded) monthly calls.
Which level of coaching is best for you?
Top Tier 1:1 Run Coaching
$299/month
Recommended for PRs & BQs, first time marathons, & anyone who desires extra accountability or whose job or life often requires last minute changes.
Completely custom run plan created just for you updated weekly based on your goals, your schedule, your current fitness level, injury risk, etc. Includes long run fueling guidance & feedback. Workouts sync to a private app with your smart watch & feedback is provided multiple days/week so that your training is challenging you at the right level to achieve your goals.
What's App access with Nicole M-F for questions, schedule changes, clarification or pep talks!
Pre-race calls for expert planning & race strategy & post race analysis and goal setting.
Access to the Run Fueled and Faster community, for community, fueling guidance & monthly group calls
Run & Nutrition Coaching
$499/Month
Recommended for health concious runners who are motivated to get in the best shape of their life (no matter their age!) – you want to train for races, get faster AND improve body composition, but aren’t sure how to balance strength training, nutrition and running.
Completely custom run plan created just for you updated weekly based on your goals, your schedule, your current fitness level, injury risk, etc. Training schedule also includes notes & feedback on fueling. Workouts sync to a private app with your smart watch & feedback is provided multiple days/week.
In depth nutrition & annual planning onboarding call, pre-race calls for expert planning & race strategy & post race analysis and goal setting. 6 month minimum, recommended 1 year+ (discount offered for 1 year pay in full)
What's App access with Nicole M-F for questions, schedule changes, clarification or pep talks!
Year-round access to Run Fuel Weight Loss Program, custom performance fueling plans based on training volume & goals, and notes and guidance in the training plan to help you know how to eat and fuel.
Real Results For Real Runners
See what our community has achieved
Liza
From injury prone to new marathon PR at age 45
Where do I start? I could write a ton!!! Nicole’s an amazing coach and I am already seeing big improvement. I am running paces I haven’t seen in a very, very long time and frankly surprising myself!!!
Nutrition is something that was always a mystery to me. Through conversations with Nicole and her community, I learned I have been under fueling during training runs and races . I now have a better plan and understand how to incorporate protein and carbs to boost my performance.
I have been running for over 10 years and with Nicole’s help, I am putting together the puzzle of how to training and fuel successfully and BELIEVING I can get faster after 40!
Allison
Overcame plateau to BQ2x as busy professional
Crossing the finish line yesterday I knew I had PR’d. When I took my phone out I already had a text from my coach Nicole congratulating me. And I had to ask her my time since I don’t wear a watch when I race.
My response…”holy crap”!I couldn’t believe not only had I PR’d but by 2 minutes.
For so long I hovered around the 4 hour marathon time never believing I was capable of getting faster.
So to run a 3:38 – I just never could have imagined and to do it at almost 45 years old!
I may have been the one running the miles but it was Nicole’s coaching and belief in me that got me here.
Natalie
Postpartum mom rebuilding speed and strength
“As a Mom to 2 young boys (ages 4 and 18 months), I don’t often prioritize my own needs over the needs of my family. But when I took the plunge to become the best version of myself through running, Nicole was the obvious 1st choice of who I wanted to bring along the journey as my coach.
She understands the demands of family life and finds unique ways to challenge me in my running goals. Her run fuel nutrition program has not only accelerated my postpartum weight loss journey, but also helped me have the energy for a run AND chasing around my 2 crazy boys in the same day. As a mom herself, she gets it.
And she helps me set goals that inspire me, challenge me, and ultimately help me become the best version of myself.”
Jessica
Newer runner & first time marathoner at NYC
“Working with Nicole made training for my first marathon feel truly achievable. Her plan was structured but flexible, and she was always available to adjust things when life or work got in the way.
She provided perspective and confidence when I doubted myself and kept me motivated throughout the process.
Her nutrition guidance helped me fuel properly, feel stronger than ever, and lose weight in a sustainable way while running more and stronger than I ever have. The marathon was great, and we’re already planning my next one. I couldn’t ask for a better coach!”
Ready to Become a Fitter, Faster, Stronger Runner
and Work Toward Your Running Goals Together!?
Work with a virtual run coach who believes your best running years are ahead of you.
I will review it within 24-48 hours and reach out to schedule a no obligation phone call to make sure it’s a great fit for both of us!