Online Running coach for Boston Runners
Boston isn’t just another marathon; it’s the ultimate test for runners. The Newton hills, the early downhills that punish your legs, and the unpredictable New England weather demand more than mileage. BeFit creates science-based training tailored for Boston, delivered through our easy-to-use app so you can train anytime, anywhere. We combine personalized coaching, strength training, and recovery strategies designed to help you adapt to the course, stay consistent, and reach your goals without injury or burnout. With BeFit you’ll prepare your legs, your strategy, and your mindset to cross Boylston Street strong and ready.
Our plans provide comprehensive training designed to help you run joyfully without feeling overwhelmed.
Strength
Smart runners don’t just log miles. Our weekly strength workouts are designed to support your joints, improve posture, and build the power you’ll need to handle Boston’s hills and demanding course.
Mobility & Yoga
Stay flexible and recover faster with mobility drills and yoga flows included in every plan. These sessions are tailored to keep your body balanced through high-mileage training and ready for the specific challenges of marathon prep.
Technique
Posture, cadence, and breathing make all the difference on race day. With expert feedback and simple tools, you’ll refine your running economy, conserve energy, and reduce the risk of injury as you build toward Boston.
Strategy
Boston rewards smart training. We help you structure your weeks with effort-based sessions, pacing strategies, and recovery blocks that align with your lifestyle and guide you all the way to the start line in Hopkinton and the finish on Boylston Street.
What makes us different
Proven track record of athlete success (PRs, BQs, etc.)
Our results speak louder than words. From first-time marathoners to runners smashing sub-4 or sub-5 goals, our athletes consistently hit their targets. We’ve coached podium finishers, PR breakers, and fast 5K/10K runners through structured, supportive coaching.
Personalized programming expertise
We craft training plans that adjust to your schedule and goals—especially for busy professionals. Our certified coaches analyze metrics like heart rate, pacing, and VO₂ max to personalize every session and track your growth.
Experts in periodized training & cross training
We train with intention. Every week, every block, every rest day is part of a larger strategy to help you improve while avoiding burnout or overtraining.
Experts in injury prevention & biomechanics knowledge
Our coaches understand your stride, foot strike, cadence, and more. From shoe recommendations to strength work, we design your training to help you move efficiently and stay injury-free.
Our memberships
Basic membership
READ MORE10K, half-marathon, and marathon plans. Includes weekly strength & yoga, mindset tips, and community access.
$70/USD monthly
Premium Membership
READ MOREAll Basic features + two 1:1 consults with a sports nutritionist to align fueling strategies with your training.
$190/USD monthly
See Add On
READ MOREQuick 1:1 calls for race prep, shoe feedback, form checks, or gear advice. Only available to members.
$35/USD
We help runners all around the world prepare for the Boston marathon
From Hopkinton to Heartbreak Hill and all the way to Boylston Street, BeFit prepares runners for every mile of the Boston Marathon course. We design training that mirrors the race’s unique demands, from early downhill pounding to the long grind of the Newton hills and the final push into the city. Whether you are chasing a PR, a Boston Qualifier, or simply determined to finish strong, our coaching adapts to your lifestyle and keeps you progressing with science-driven structure. And because everything is delivered through our app, you can train anywhere in the world while preparing for Boston with precision.
Testimonials
Hello, I’m Coach Kari – your online running coach helping runners prep for the Boston marathon
With years of experience guiding athletes toward the challenge of the Boston Marathon, I help you train smarter, not harder. Whether your goal is to qualify, break a time barrier, or simply finish strong, my evidence-based methods adapt to your needs and your environment. Through a blend of strength, strategy, and recovery, I prepare runners around the world to meet the specific demands of Boston and grow into the athletes they want to become.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know a personal running coach is right for me?
If you’re training for the Boston Marathon, chances are you’re serious about results. A personal coach provides structure, feedback, and accountability while guiding you safely through the course’s early downhills, the Newton hills, and the unique demands of race day.
How does online coaching work?
You get a weekly training plan via our app, with strength, mobility, and run workouts tailored to your local routes and goals. Stay connected with your coach through check-ins and progress reviews.
How to prepare for the Boston Marathon?
Preparing for Boston requires more than simply building mileage. The course is demanding, with early downhills that can wear out your quads and the Newton hills that challenge both endurance and pacing strategy. The best preparation combines long runs, hill-focused strength and mobility work, smart pacing, and consistent recovery. A structured training plan that develops endurance, improves technique and builds mental resilience is essential to arrive ready for Hopkinton and finish strong on Boylston Street.
How long should you train for the Boston Marathon?
Most runners need between sixteen and twenty weeks of structured training to prepare properly for Boston. This timeframe provides enough space to build a strong aerobic base, integrate strength and hill work, and sharpen pacing before race day. If you are starting with a lower fitness level, closer to twenty weeks is ideal. If you are already running consistently, sixteen weeks may be enough. What matters most is following a progressive and periodized plan that balances effort and recovery.
What do I need to know about the Boston Marathon?
The Boston Marathon is one of the most prestigious and historic races in the world, and its course is unlike any other. It is point to point, with long early downhills, the infamous Newton hills between miles sixteen and twenty-one, and unpredictable April weather that can bring heat, wind or cold. Many runners make the mistake of going out too fast or underestimating the effect of the downhill sections. Success at Boston comes from respecting the course, pacing intelligently and preparing your body and mind for its unique challenges.