Run Faster & Enjoy Your Race

(Without Sacrificing Your Life)!

Running & Triathlon coaching for busy people.
Running Coach Cornelius van Niekerk
Running Coach Cornelius van Niekerk

Get across your finish line with a smile!

Most athletes focus on just mileage and pace, but the real game-changer is your mindset. My coaching programs combine proven endurance training with a mental toughness framework to help you obliterate your limits.

Smart training.

Lasting Results.

I believe in smart running that gets you stronger and faster but keeps you healthy and injury-free.

Consistency over intensity, strength training as a non-negotiable, and training for fitness—not fatigue.

Many runners push themselves to exhaustion, leading quickly to burnout. But true progress comes from smart training, sustainable habits, and mindful effort. Combining 17 years in endurance sports with a post-grad in psychology, my approach ensures you build endurance while staying strong, injury-free, and mentally sharp – and have time to have a life!

Together, we’ll develop both your physical and mental resilience to help you perform at your best while enjoying the views.

I don’t just write training plans — I coach the whole athlete. My approach combines science-based endurance programming with mindset training, so you’re building physical capacity and psychological resilience at the same time.

Every week includes structured running, strength, and mental conditioning — because in ultra-distance, it’s not just about how far you can go, but how well you think under fatigue.

Consistency is King

Small, regular steps add up to big results! You’ll get a training plan that fits your busy life and keeps you motivated to show up and run every time.

Running Coach Cornelius van Niekerk

Train for Fitness, Not Exhaustion

Running is for fun, not fatigue! We’ll design workouts that challenge you but leave you feeling energised, not drained.

Running Coach Cornelius van Niekerk

Get Stronger

We’ll prioritise exercises that strengthen your body and prevent injuries so you can keep running for years.

Running Coach Cornelius van Niekerk

Enjoy the Journey

Getting fit should be an enjoyable process! We’ll find ways to make running something you look forward to, not dread.

MONTHLY PACKAGES

Choose the coaching package that fits your needs.

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Golden Dragon
Runners looking to improve their mental and physical PB

R1650pm

OR pay 3 months upfront & SAVE 20%
+ Get 1 Month Extra Coaching

= R3960

What to do every day

Personalised Training Plan: How to Run, Lift, Think

Weekly 1-2-1 Coaching Session

Analytics, Feedback, Adjustment

Mindset Coaching

Mental Toughness Drills & Framework

Race Domination Mindset Blueprint

Analytics & Support

WhatsApp availability
(7-days a week)

Premium Training Peaks App

Racing Lion
Runners looking to race strong, finish strong

R1200pm

OR pay 3 months upfront & SAVE 20%

= R2880

What to do every day

Personalised Training Plan: How to Run, Lift, Think

Monthly 1-2-1 Coaching Session

Analytics, Feedback, Adjustment

Analytics & Support

WhatsApp availability
(Business Hours)

Premium Training Peaks App

Let’s talk about your next race

Hey! I’m Cornelius,

an endurance athlete turned running coach dedicated to helping busy people achieve their running goals. With 17 years of experience in endurance training, I understand the challenges runners face in creating a plan that fits their schedule & goals.

From Off-road triathlon to mountain biking and trail running with my dog Shelby, I have been at this endurance game for a while, with many successful ultras under my belt. I hold a postgraduate degree in psychology and a qualification in NLP Transformation Coaching, which allows me to support your motivation and mental game alongside your physical training.

Running Coach Cornelius van Niekerk

more fun.

more finishlines.