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East Carolina University (NC)
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15 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Marty Baker
East Coast Running, LLC
Running
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As a former collegiate runner, RRCA certified coach, and runner with over 15 years of coaching experience, I will create a customized training plan to meet your running goals. View all coaching experience
Training Locations
- E B Aycock Middle School, 1325 Red Banks Road, Greenville, NC
- Fike High School, 500 Harrison Drive North, Wilson, NC
- Elm Street Park, 1055 South Elm Street, Greenville, NC
Coach is willing to travel up to 50 miles
Packages
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
This session is your first step toward running smarter and faster. We'll meet at a track or park for hands-on coaching, including a personalized workout tailored to your fitness level. A detailed video analysis of your run... See More
Session Length: 1 hour
$42 1 session + applicable fees
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
This 80-minute session will take place at a track or park is designed to elevate your running. You'll complete a workout tailored to your fitness level, with ongoing form analysis to refine your technique. Expect real-time... See More
Session Length: 80 minutes
$68 1 session + applicable fees
Recommended
In-Person Training
for a single athlete
These three session (80-minutes per session) will take place at a track or park are designed to elevate your running with more consistency of coaching. You'll complete workouts tailored to your fitness level, with ongoing... See More
Session Length: 80 minutes
$180 3 sessions ($60/ea) + applicable fees
Online Training
for a single athlete
Train wherever you are with expert coaching, structure, and support. This week-to-week coaching package keeps you on track, motivated, and progressing toward your goals—whether you're preparing for a race, building enduran... See More
Session Length: 1 week
$22 1 session + applicable fees
Online Training
for a single athlete
Train wherever you are with four weeks (one calendar month) of expert coaching designed to elevate your running and fitness. Whether you're preparing for a race, building endurance, or looking to improve, this one-on-one p... See More
Session Length: 1 week
$68 4 sessions ($17/ea) + applicable fees
Online Training
for a single athlete
Train wherever you are with 12 weeks (three calendar months) of expert coaching designed to elevate your running and fitness. Whether you're preparing for a race, building endurance, or looking to improve, this one-on-one... See More
Session Length: 1 week
$180 12 sessions ($15/ea) + applicable fees
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Middle Distance, Marathon, Long Distance, Cross Country
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Drive Phase, Stride, Breathing, Gait, Form, Pacing
Credentials
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East Carolina University (NC)
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15 years
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Qualified Private Coach
Passed Coach Course
Services
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Adults, Kids, Teenagers
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Middle Distance, Marathon, Long Distance, Cross Country
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Drive Phase, Stride, Breathing, Gait, Form, Pacing
More About Coach Marty
Coach Marty Baker brings over 15 years of coaching experience, with a strong foundation in middle/high school and personalized distance running instruction for adults. From 1997 to 2001, he led his boys' cross-country teams to an undefeated 36-0 conference record and secured four conference championships—three with the boys and one with the girls—earning him two Conference Coach of the Year honors. Since 2014, he has coached runners of all levels, providing customized, goal-driven training plans tailored to each athlete’s needs and lifestyle. Certified by RRCA, Coach Baker combines proven expertise with a passion for helping athletes unlock their full potential.
Coach Marty Baker is a lifelong athlete with decades of competitive running experience, from high school through post-collegiate racing. In high school, he was a 6-time conference champion, 2-time state finalist, and ranked 6th in North Carolina in the 3200M, setting school records in both the 1600M and 3200M. He went on to run NCAA Division I cross-country at East Carolina University, where he started and lettered as a freshman. After college, he continued to compete, earning multiple podium finishes in triathlon relays and completing 18 marathons/half marathons and 20 full triathlons after age 40.
Running has shaped every part of who I am—it’s more than a sport; it’s a lifestyle that has taught me discipline, resilience, and joy. I coach because I believe in running’s power to transform lives, and I’m committed to helping you unlock your potential, push your limits, and achieve more than you ever thought possible.
Through in-person sessions, we’ll focus on gait and form analysis to improve efficiency, pacing and breathing strategies to boost confidence, and custom workouts tailored to your unique goals and fitness level. For remote athletes, I offer virtual and monthly coaching with unlimited communication, quick feedback, and flexible plans that evolve with your life and progress—no cookie-cutter templates here.
If you’re ready to grow, I’m here to guide every step.
EXPERIENCE, PASSION, RESULTS.
Contact Coach Marty Baker
RRCA Certified
USATF High School Certified Coach
📧 coachmartybakerrunning@gmail.com
📱 252-531-2546 (Text to learn more or schedule a call)
All sessions scheduled through the CoachUp app or website
www.eastcoastrunning.com
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Client Reviews
Patrick (CoachUp client)
Coach Marty is working diligently with my 17 year old son, who has been running since middle school. He's able to fill in the holes and bridge the gap to help get my son work towards achieving the goals he set and the next level. Coach Marty is flexible and able to ask the right questions to get my boy reflect on the recent races and what actions could help him perform better. I highly recommend him.
Joseph (CoachUp client)
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
Mydeen (CoachUp client)
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Judy (CoachUp client)
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.
Neil (CoachUp client)
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Maggie (CoachUp client)
Amazing coach, really gets to know the athlete. In the short time he’s motivated my son. Marty is such a positive impact!
Landon (CoachUp client)
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.
Carlos (CoachUp client)
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.
The Running Sensei. T--- (Testimonial)
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.
M. T. 12-31-2023 (Testimonial)
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!
Tim G. 1-15-2023 (Testimonial)
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.
H R (Testimonial)
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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