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Marty Baker, Winterville, NC Running Coach

Marty Baker

East Coast Running, LLC

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As a former collegiate runner, RRCA certified coach, and runner with over 14 years of coaching experience, I will create a customized training plan to meet your running goals. View all coaching experience

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Single In-Person Session
In-Person Training for a single athlete

***Due to Ankle Surgery there will be no in-person sessions from Dec 4, 2024-March 15, 2025, Online Coaching is still available***One Session with Coach Baker is 80 Minutes. This workout includes a running assessment, runn... See More

Session Length: 80 minutes

$60 1 session + applicable fees

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3 Session In-Person Package
Recommended
In-Person Training for a single athlete

***Due to Ankle Surgery there will be no in-person sessions from Dec 4, 2024-March 15, 2025, Online Coaching is still available*** Three 80 Minute Sessions These workouts include a running assessment, running form and gai... See More

Session Length: 80 minutes

$165 3 sessions ($55/ea) + applicable fees

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Online Weekly Coaching
Online Training for a single athlete

(Week to Week) This includes 1 week’s training plans and unlimited email, texts, and scheduled calls. This package includes online running/fitness training. After our initial phone call I will develop your personalized ... See More

Session Length: 1 week

$20 1 session + applicable fees

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Online Monthly Coaching
Online Training for a single athlete

***25% Discount*** 4 Session Package (1 session per week). This includes 4 week’s training plans and unlimited email, texts, and scheduled calls The package includes online running and fitness training. After our initia... See More

Session Length: 4 weeks

$60 4 sessions ($15/ea) + applicable fees

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3 Months of Online Training
Online Training for a single athlete

(35% Discount--LIMITED TIME ONLY)--12 weeks or 3 Calendar Months of personalized Online training for race distances of 800 meters up to the marathon. Includes: an online running schedule updated weekly on Sunday, weekly ch... See More

Session Length: 12 weeks

$156 12 sessions ($13/ea) + applicable fees

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  • East Carolina University (NC)

  • 14 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Middle Distance, Marathon, Long Distance, Cross Country

  • Stride, Breathing, Gait, Form, Pacing

Credentials

  • East Carolina University (NC)

  • 14 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Middle Distance, Marathon, Long Distance, Cross Country

  • Stride, Breathing, Gait, Form, Pacing

More About Coach Marty

14+ Years of Formal Coaching Experience

1997-2001
HS Cross-Country Coach
36-0 Conference Record--Boys's Cross-Country (1997, 1998, 1999)
4 Time Conference Champions (1997, 1998, 1999-Boys), (2000-Girls)
2-Time Conference Coach of the Year

2014-2024
Individualized Coaching from Beginners, Intermediate, to the Advanced runner

252-531-2546. (Text me for more information or to schedule a call)
coachmartybakerrunning@gmail.com
**All Sessions are officially scheduled solely through the CoachUp APP/Website**

Running/Coaching Certifications:
1. RRCA
2. USATF-HS
3. CoachUp

High School
Ranked 6th in the NC in 1988 in the 3200M (AA Classification)
6 X HS Conference Champion (Events --4 X 800 M Relay, 1600M, 3200M, and 4 X 400M Relay)
2 X HS NC State Championship Finalist (8th, 6th)
1987 and 1988 All-State Team
Broke two high school records (1600M, 3200M)--Farmville Central HS, Farmville, NC

College:
Ran D-1 Cross Country at East Carolina University (1988-1992)
Started/lettered as a Freshman Pirate at ECU

1992 and 1993--Competed on a Triathlon Relay Circuit (multiple podium finishes) (Running Leg)

I have competed in 18 Marathon/ Half Marathons after age 40
I have Competed in 20 Triathlons after age 40

Contact Information:
Coach Marty Baker
RRCA Certified Running Coach
USATF HS Certified Coach
252-531-2546. (Text me for more information or to schedule a call)
coachmartybakerrunning@gmail.com
**All Sessions are officially scheduled solely through the CoachUp APP/Website**

Face-to-face sessions include Gait Analysis, Form Analysis, Pacing, and Breathing Analysis, and personalized workouts. For both face-to-face and virtual monthly coaching my athletes can expect a coach who builds positive coaching relationships through motivation, provides prompt feedback, and adjusts the training schedule based on evolving fitness levels and scheduling conflicts due to work/school, etc... Open communication will allow me to make appropriate changes in the online schedule or in-person workouts to keep you "UP" and running. You have access to unlimited texting, emailing, and scheduled calls.

Contact Information:
Coach Marty Baker
USATF HS Certified Coach
coachmartybakerrunning@gmail.com
252-531-2546. (Text me for more information or to schedule a call)
**All Sessions are officially scheduled solely through the CoachUp APP/Website**

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Client Reviews

Coach Marty is knowledgeable about running and understanding challenges for our grade school runner. He is approachable and available for guidance. We really appreciate how he explains and communicates up front about safety and is open to discussing our concerns. Thank You

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We booked an in-person session with coach Marty for my 14 year old granddaughter. She ran and trained but just could not improve her time. After our first session with coach Marty we knew we had made the right decision. He was helpful and flexible to help make our session possible. You can tell by talking with him that he is very knowledgeable and passionate about running and coaching. He took his time to learn what Gracie's goals were before developing a easy to follow weekly training plan. She loves her weekly plans and says they are never dull. I would highly recommend coach Marty. He is a fantastic coach and an amazing encourager.

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Amazing coach, really gets to know the athlete. In the short time he’s motivated my son. Marty is such a positive impact!

It has not been quite a month that Coach Marty has been working with Landon. We’ve already seen actual improvement in both his time, speed and endurance. I think the best part of this has been an attitude change in Landon . Not that he had a bad attitude .He has a much more confident and relaxed atmosphere , about being able to accomplish his goals . I would recommend coach Marty to anyone , to help improve their performance in their favorite sport, running and endurance being a big part of most sports.

Great coach. He is thorough with what he does and is ready to train and explain all of the training process. Will definitely follow up training in the near future.

July 2024 Sometimes joining a group simply isn’t enough. Sure you can get motivated and accountable fitness partners but will you actually follow through and properly train without direct guidance? If you’re looking for a great coach, please consider contacting Marty Baker! We ran D1 together at ECU arghhh! He is a proven leader who actually practices what he preaches. He is patient yet a great motivator! He is a Nationally Certified Running Coach who has coached and trained beginners to advanced athletes.
Chance came to us wanting to up his running game. As non-runners, we weren’t sure how to support Chance in this. I searched the internet and found Marty. Marty has had a positive influence on Chance’s running! Want to up your game? Reach out to Marty Baker!
Many of you may know lots about training and many of you may not. Regardless, most of the time you need guidance and accountability to move “up” to the next level. Please join us in group runs for safety and accountability but also consider a coach like Marty Baker! Marty was one of my teammates when we ran for ECU. I know firsthand that he has an incredible work ethic and is passionate about people and is loyal to his friends and causes.
Marty is a great coach. He is very motivating, encouraging, and closely monitors his athletes' performance and will adjust the training schedule due to work, family obligations, illness/injury and other obstacles in life. Within a 6-month period, I went from running a 4:25 Marathon to a 3:58 Marathon. His training plans are easy to follow and are made just for me. He showed me how to adjust my GPS watch to capture interval target splits during speed workouts which he analyzed closely.
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