My Story

Hi, I’m Sandro. A lifelong endurance athlete, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, and coach to distance runners since 2013.

My Story

Hi, I’m Sandro. A lifelong endurance athlete, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, and coach to distance runners since 2013.

I’m here to help you become a faster runner from the 5K to the marathon.

Why I Coach Runners

Running has the power to do more than just improve your fitness—it can transform your confidence, elevate your performance, and reshape your lifestyle. Over the years, I’ve watched runners pour hours into training only to feel stuck, overtrained, or sidelined by injury. My mission is to change that. Whether you’re chasing a PR in the 5K or crossing your first marathon finish line, I help you run with intention, progress with purpose, and train sustainably around the demands of your life.

My Journey

My journey began at age 14 when I joined a local mountain bike club and fell in love with endurance and speed on long, rugged rides. At 17, I ventured into triathlons, duathlons, 10Ks, and half-marathons—self-coached, but missing the mark on recovery and smart progression. I kept pushing—until burnout, injuries, and illness forced me to rethink everything.

I temporarily stepped away from endurance to pursue strength training and Muay Thai, but a shoulder injury ultimately reignited my passion for running. Applying refined training methods delivered results beyond my expectations. From the 400 m dash to the marathon, I’ve experienced the full spectrum of race distances as an amateur athlete—and been captivated by the measurable, incremental nature of progress.

Coaching Approach

My coaching philosophy is rooted in three trusted principles:

Purposeful Workouts. Every session—whether it’s an easy run, tempo, long run, or interval—is designed to target a specific performance quality: endurance, VO₂ max, lactate threshold, speed, or race-pace resilience.
Balanced Training Weeks. Following the hard-easy principle and the 80/20 intensity mix ensures consistent gains with reduced risk of overreach.
Smart Periodization. My plans use a modern funnel approach, layering different stimulus types and gradually shifting toward race-specific conditioning while maintaining general fitness.

Applied together, these principles yield not just fast results—but sustainable progress year after year.

Qualifications & Coaching Experience

I’m an NSCA-Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, earning a reputation—backed by a four-year degree—for excellence in sports performance training. I stay current by reading scientific studies in both English and German and studying legendary coaches like Renato Canova, Brad Hudson, Steve Magness, Jack Daniels, Arthur Lydiard, Tim Noakes, Matt Fitzgerald, and Pete Magill.

Since 2013, I’ve coached in person and crafted training plans for clients across five continents. Some in their late 30s now run sub-16-minute 5Ks or sub-2:40 marathons on under 60 miles (100 km) per week—proof that smart training works. Having lived abroad for 15 years and trained in more than 70 countries, I bring empathy and insight into the unique challenges athletes face around the globe.

Life Beyond Running

Training fuels my life—but doesn’t consume it. You’ll often find me exploring new places, traveling, or spending time with family and friends when I’m not planning workouts or analyzing performance data. Fitness should empower life—not detract from it—and that belief guides both how I live and how I design coaching experiences.

Let's Get Started

You don’t have to do this alone. Whether you’re chasing a specific goal or seeking a smarter, more enjoyable way to run, I’d love to help you chart the path forward. Drop me a message and tell me about your background and aspirations—I’ll connect you with a training plan or coaching option that fits your life.

Sandro Sket, CSCS

Email: sandro@runningfront.com

I look forward to hearing from you.