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Nialah Ferrer
Running Coach in Washington D.C and NYC, New York, United States
Train Hard & Love It
VDOT Certified
V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.
RRCA Level 1
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
About Nialah
Nialah Ferrer (Coach Nih) is a running Coach based out of the Washington, D.C. area and she is also an Assistant Coach of We Run Kings (TeamWRK), a Brooklyn-based running organization that focuses on improving lives through running and fitness.
Although she was born and raised in NYC, Coach Nih moved to DC in 2022 and has been connected with the running communities in both cities. As an athlete, she is a 2x Boston Qualifier, completed 6 out of the 7 world major marathons, and is currently on her way to completing a half marathon in each of the 50 states.
As a coach, Nih has trained runners from all different backgrounds and levels of fitness. In 2023-2024, Coach Nih was one of three coaches who trained over 50 athletes to run the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon in support of the Nipsey Hussle Foundation.
In 2024, Coach Nih also worked as a running coach in partnership with NYU on a 16-week lifestyle intervention program and research study focusing on black people living in NYC with diagnosed health conditions such as pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, pre hypertension and hypertension.
Coach Nih paced hundreds of runners during weekly workouts and personally paced TeamWRK members to sub 2:00 and sub 1:45 in the half marathon.
When she is not coaching or running, Coach Nih is a full-time practicing attorney. She understands the need for a work-life balance and enjoys working with athletes who wish to live full and healthy lives.
Coaching Products
Description
Designed by Coach Nih, a 16-week training plan specifically tailored to improve your fitness levels and get you ready for race day. Plan includes run workouts, cross training, recovery exercises, and suggested strength training for runners.
Minimum Requirements
Athlete must be in physical condition to walk/run and be willing to work hard to achieve their goals.
Communication
1 email per week, 2 text-messages per week, 2 calls per month, 2 in-person sessions per month
$650.00 / month
Charged after 7-day trial
PurchaseDescription
Designed by Coach Nih, a 18-week training plan specifically tailored to improve your fitness levels and get you ready for race day. Plan includes run workouts, cross training, recovery exercises, and suggested strength training for runners.
Minimum Requirements
Athlete must be in physical condition to walk/run and be willing to work hard to achieve their goals.
Communication
1 email per week, 2 text-messages per week, 2 calls per month, 2 in-person sessions per month
$700.00 / month
Charged after 7-day trial
PurchaseDescription
Designed by Coach Nih, a 20-week training plan specifically tailored to improve your fitness levels and get you ready for race day. Plan includes run workouts, cross training, recovery exercises, and suggested strength training for runners.
Minimum Requirements
Athlete must be in physical condition to walk/run and be willing to work hard to achieve their goals.
Communication
1 email per week, 2 text-messages per week, 2 calls per month, 2 in-person sessions per month
$750.00 / month
Charged after 7-day trial
PurchaseDescription
New to running? Not sure which distance you want to train for? Not ready to dedicate 16, 18, or 20 weeks? Training for general fitness? This plan is specifically tailored to improve your fitness without the 16-20 weeks commitment Plan includes run workouts, cross training, recovery exercises, and suggested strength training for runners.
Athletes are recommended to train with Coach Nih for at least 2 months to assess fitness levels and improvement.
Minimum Requirements
Athlete must be in physical condition to walk/run and be willing to work hard to achieve their goals.
Communication
1 email per week, 1 text-message per week, 1 call per month, 1 in-person session per month
$200.00 / month
Charged after 7-day trial
PurchaseHow it works
01.
Choose how you want to work together
Book a consultation, choose a training plan, or start private coaching.
02.
Connect with your coach
Share your goals, experience and upcoming races.
03.
Start training
Get your plan, stay connected and track your progress in VDOT.
Training with Nialah
Athlete requirement
Athletes must be in physical condition to walk/run and be willing to work hard to achieve their goals.
Distances coached
General Fitness, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon , Ultra Marathon
Languages
English
Coaching options
In-person
Online/Remote coaching
Group coaching
Consultations
Specialties
Competitive Runners, Boston Marathon, Cross Training Advice, Mental Skills, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners , Masters Runners
AI Summary
Based on information provided in Nialah's profile.
Nialah Ferrer combines elite racing—2x Boston qualifier and six World Marathon majors—with VDOT O2 and RRCA certification to coach beginners to competitive and masters runners. As a TeamWRK assistant coach and NYU research collaborator, she creates practical, work-life-friendly plans and has paced athletes to sub‑2:00 and sub‑1:45 half marathons. Explore her private coaching.
Frequently asked questions
This coach supports runners focused on General Fitness, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon, and Ultra Marathon with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, Boston Marathon, Cross Training Advice, and Mental Skills.
Yes. Nialah Ferrer is currently accepting new coaching clients, and you can reach out directly from this profile page.
Yes. Nialah Ferrer coaches Competitive Runners, Cross Training Advice, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, and Masters Runners specifically for General Fitness, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon, and Ultra Marathon, tailoring the plan to experience level and race distance together.
This coach currently offers Consultations and Private Coaching. Product availability can change as the coach updates their marketplace offerings.
Athletes must be in physical condition to walk/run and be willing to work hard to achieve their goals.
Coaching is available through In-person, Online/Remote coaching, Group coaching, and Consultations. Review product details to choose the format that best matches your goals.