Make your
NEXT 40
your best 40.

My Coaching

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If you’re over 40, you can still do bold, audacious things. Next 40 Coaching is here to help you do them.

I'm a 60-year-old, multi-distance runner and a UESCA-certified running coach. I welcome all comers over 40, newbies included. My coaching incorporates real-world, practical experience gained from running a wide range of distances—from 100 meters to 100 miles and everything in between. My marathons include London, Chicago, NYC (4 times), and Boston, among others. My ultra-distance races include 50k’s and 50 miles, and I’m currently working on 100 miles.

I’m also a board-certified physician, which I state not as a flex but a context. I'm informed by decades of professional experience helping people interpret what’s going on with their bodies. I understand physiology, and my training enables me to critically evaluate the latest trends in exercise science. As an athlete, I've had spectacular failures with self-coaching; I truly value a second opinion.

As a physician in my 60’s, I appreciate that everyone over 40 has something medical going on. Be it hypertension, osteopenia/osteoporosis, aging-related hormonal changes, residual injuries, or a cocktail of issues, medical conditions don't have to become barriers to progress. Together, we will set and achieve your running goals safely with a personalized plan, dynamic feedback, and accountability.

Let’s get started!

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Redefine What You're Capable Of

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Work the Program Designed for You

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Maximize Your Assets

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Redefine What You're Capable Of · Work the Program Designed for You · Maximize Your Assets ·

My Philosophy

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When you run for exercise, you’re a runner. When you set an athletic goal and take it seriously, you’re an athlete.

When you work with me, I’m going to take your training seriously, too. And when other people start taking your training seriously, you change the way you think about yourself.

Narratives about aging can trap us in an “I can’t” mindset. I’m here to help you elevate your experience of yourself and what you are capable of as an over-40 athlete.

Your Assets

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Being over 40 puts you in the Masters category. When you train with me, I capitalize on the assets you’ve been cultivating for over 40 years:

  • Emotional maturity and control

    • Both are very useful in endurance sports by making you better at pacing yourself.

  • Knowledge of your body

    • You know what’s working well and where your weakness are.

  • Efficiency

    • As an older athlete, you can move your body efficiently.

Your Program

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    Individualized Training Plan

    Your plan will include structured workouts calibrated for your fitness level and schedule. We’ll prioritize recovery as well. You’ll receive your workouts in one- or two-week blocks using the Final Surge platform.

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    Regular Feedback

    Good coaching includes a natural and organic back-and-forth between athlete and coach. I will evaluate data from wearables if you use them. We’ll communicate as frequently as needed to keep you on track, engaged, and healthy.

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    Race-day Strategy

    Your training will include a comprehensive race-day plan. We’ll finalize your mental strategies, as well as your pace, nutrition, and hydration. We’ll discuss handling challenges specific to the course. And you’ll come fully prepared, mentally and physically, to the starting line.

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    Post-race Review

    We will celebrate what went well and what adjustments you’d like to make going forward. Ideally, you’ve had a great day! If not—because not all days are going to be great—you’ll find an empathetic ear and a partner in reviewing and renewing.

Your investment

$200 per month

  • "Since working with Anne, I am faster, stronger and more confident. I ran a sub-10-minute mile for the first time in over 20 years! Now, two half-marathons later, I think of myself as an athlete. Which, at 60, feels like a minor miracle. What makes Anne special isn't just her results, it's her process. She checked on my mental as well as physical state, which matters more than you’d think. She listens to her clients and considers their needs; after I hit a minor injury mid-training, she didn't brush it off or tell me to push through. She knew exactly what to do: adapted my program, built in the right rest, and got me back on track without losing momentum or confidence. For someone my age, that kind of attentiveness isn't a nice-to-have. It's everything.

    —Alyssa, New York City, 60

  • "From day one, Anne created a training schedule that actually fit into my real life—no impossible speed workouts or unrealistic mileage jumps. She balanced being genuinely motivational without over-the-top cheerleader energy. When I hit rough patches, she was refreshingly honest and practical about how to navigate them. Her approach is data-driven and she always has the science to back up why we were doing specific workouts and schedules. Anne has a great sense of humor and makes long-distance running feel accessible rather than intimidating. She helped me develop a genuine love for running that I know will last well beyond this training cycle, and I met my half marathon goal too! If you're considering a coach, especially for the first time, I can't recommend her enough."

    —Nancy, Denver, heading to 40

  • "I never imagined I'd call myself a runner, let alone an athlete. After major surgery, running became part of my recovery—physically, mentally, and emotionally. I started without an athletic background and unsure what I was capable of. Working with Anne completely changed the way I see myself. Her guidance, encouragement, and belief in me helped me accomplish things I didn’t even imagine. I've hit multiple personal records, gained confidence with every race, and discovered strength I didn't know I had. Turning 40 as an athlete feels like the beginning of an exciting new chapter, not just a milestone. Anne helped me realize that growth isn't limited by age—it's about showing up and trusting the process."

    —Johana, New York City, 40

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