Kylie Cardoso – Boston Running Coach
Run coach, physical therapist, and 12x marathoner with a PR of 2:51. Let’s keep you strong and healthy to run that next PR!
From: $100.00 / month
Running Coach Description
Boston-area running coach helping runners of all levels and distances ranging from 5k – marathon to run their best. As a physical therapist I believe in the value of strength training to be a healthy and strong runner. Coaching is individualized to each runner and is not one size fits all.
Specialties
- Distances ranging from 5k-marathon
- Athletes who are looking to be competitive with themselves
- Strength training and managing injury
- All levels welcome
Philosophy
I believe being a great runner involves many components, not only getting in the miles and speed work but also other factors including proper sleep, strength work, and good nutrition. I don’t believe that every runner needs to be a high mileage runner and focus more on quality. It’s important to enjoy the process, the training, and keep it fun!
Coaching Experience
My main coaching experience comes from working as a physical therapist and helping patients return to running post-injury. I have also coached friends for various distances including 5k, half marathon, and marathon. My experience has been with collegiate, post-collegiate, and middle-age, however I love working with all ages!
About Me
I first started running when I was a freshman in high school and I definitely was not very good at first, I just joined the track team because my friends were doing it. I came to love it and became committed and was able to walk on to my college cross country and track teams and be a D1 runner. I learned a lot during my 4 years as a collegiate runner and eventually pivoted to half marathons after I was done with college running and eventually found my way to the marathon. I have now run 11 marathons, including 5 of the world major marathons. When I first started running marathons my PR was 3:25 and I have since been able to lower it to 2:51. While the marathon is my main event I love challenging myself with some more speed and jumping into some other race distances, including the mile, 5k, 10k, or half marathon.
When I’m not running I’m either working as a physical therapist, spending time with my husband and 2 dogs, or hanging out with friends. As a physical therapist I work with an active population and a lot of runners. My husband is also a marathon runner and we spend a lot of time together logging miles!
Big Influences
I have had many great coaches over the years between my high school and college coaches. While they all had slightly different coaching styles, the main theme across them all was to train hard but to have fun and never lose sight as to why you’re doing this. None of them believed that you had to be a super high mileage runner to be successful and I have kept that philosophy throughout my own training.
Race History
- 12 Marathons completed
- 4x Boston Marathon finisher
- 5 World Major Marathons completed (Boston, Chicago, New York, Berlin, London)
- Many half marathons and 5ks
- I raced the 10k on the track one time and while I never need to run 25 laps around a track again, I do love a good road 10k!
Certifications
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Personal Records
- Marathon: 2:51:45 (April 2026) Boston Marathon
- Half Marathon: 1:21:50 (October 2022) Hartford Half Marathon
- 10k: 38:46 (March 2025) Holyoke St. Patrick’s Road Race
- 5k: 17:39 (May 2023) Run Westfield 5k
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3 reviews for Kylie Cardoso – Boston Running Coach
Tara Gordon –
I’m a lifelong runner, and never had coach beyond high school running until Kylie. From the start, Kylie has been attentive to my needs, preferences, and history with running. The vast majority of our time together so far has been focused on a return-to-run program due to a recent injury, while supporting me in rebuilding a less fearful and more sustainable relationship with running due to chronic injury. She finds the right balance between meeting my wants and goals and pushing back when needed to ensure that I remain a healthy runner. I also appreciate her rapid response time to my questions and comments, patience with my anxieties, and PT background that informs assigned workouts. I’m more than pleased that I chose Kylie to be my first running coach, and I’m excited to see where my progress with her takes me. Hoping to get back to racing soon!
Andrew Morgan –
Getting Kylie as my coach has been a blessing. She’s perfect for runners of any skill level. After, working with her for 2 weeks my wife signed up with her as well and has loved it. I’ve seen my wife grow as a beginner runner while working on her other fitness goals. I myself have found new strength while running. I’ve seen steady improvements, felt more balanced, and feel more confident that I can move forward as healthy as possible. Kylie is excellent at adapting to our needs as they change and is always quick to respond. She’s helped me PR multiple times and I can’t wait to take on my first marathon with her by my side! I’ve done cookie cutter programs and AI coaching… None of that compares to the value you get out of a coach like Kylie.
Eunice Cruz –
Working with my running coach Kylie has been a positive experience. Her encouragement, knowledge, and patience is helping me grow as a runner. She pushes me while always making sure I stayed supported. She tailors my training weekly to fit my goals. I am grateful for her coaching and time.