My coaching is unique because I help you find internal peace while adjusting your training to reduce stress and increase fitness. When you work with me, you get an endurance coach, strength coach, life coach, nutrition coach, corrective exercise specialist, and your biggest cheerleader—all in one place. I strive to provide the most caring coaching experience for everyone I work with. 🌈✨
I’m Kristina Folcik, and I want to share a little about my journey and how it has shaped the way I coach. I’ve held numerous FKTs (Fastest Known Times) and course records, and I’ve won races in every distance from 5K to 100 miles. But this journey isn’t about me—it’s about YOU and helping you reach your goals. 💪
Back in my teens, I had no self-esteem, no hobbies, and lived off junk food. Around 19, I was introduced to mountain biking. It was challenging but fun, and I met an incredible group of people who encouraged me to race. There were only a handful of women racing back then, but they were so kind and supportive. The men encouraged us to keep showing up, and I eventually found myself racing cross-country at the expert level and downhill at the professional level.
After a series of very bad crashes, I walked away from racing and began exploring other sports. I discovered high-altitude mountaineering and climbed Denali in 2010. However, after some life changes, I found a gift in running. I became an elite trail runner for several years but experienced severe trauma from racing and life events. I was constantly in a success/injury cycle and realized that being competitive was not healthy for me.
I still loved endurance sports and wanted to remain involved. After recovering from traumatic life events, I found forgiveness and unconditional self-love. This transformation led me to become a healthier, happier athlete, and I was determined to help others overcome past trauma and build a healthy relationship with their sport, nutrition, and themselves.
Your health is your wealth—I am here to help if you need it! 💖