Be Empowered.

Hi, I'm Vicky — a trail runner, running coach, and mum of two teenagers, based in Christchurch, New Zealand, where I live with my husband and our slightly chaotic family life.

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I originally found running at 30, when I couldn’t even make it around the block without stopping. Step by step, I built myself up — not through talent, but through persistence, curiosity, and a quiet belief that I could do hard things. Eventually, those small efforts carried me all the way to finishing multiple ultramarathons and distances I had once thought I could only dream of.

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As an epileptic I'm no stranger to adversity. I understand what it means to face real barriers, physically, emotionally, and mentally, and to keep showing up anyway. That experience shapes how I coach. I don’t just care about how far or fast you can run; I care about what you’re carrying, what you’re overcoming, and how we can make running a source of strength in your life, not just another pressure.

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I'm a certified UESCA running and ultra running coach, and I work predominantly with women — with a particular focus on those 30 and over — who want to take on goals that feel just a little bit (or a lot) terrifying. Whether you're training for your first 10K, chasing a personal best on the trails, or tackling ultra distances, I’ll help you break down your goal into something achievable, realistic, and meaningful.

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My coaching approach at Wild Runner Coaching is grounded in science and built around sustainable progress, injury prevention, and real-life flexibility. I’ll keep you accountable, but I’ll also meet you with understanding when life gets messy — because training should fit into your life, not take it over.

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While my heart lives in ultras now, I’ll always remember where I started. Whether you’re running 5K or 50, I’ll meet you where you are at, and we’ll build from there — together.