Emily L—

“I am not an easy person to coach. I'm stubborn. I get in my own way, a lot. I'm impatient, injury-prone, sensitive, and slow to trust.

Yet thanks to Nicole, I've come a long way. Not just in training, but in life.

When I started training under Nicole, I was a burnt-out, former D1 athlete, struggling to balance major life changes with maintaining my mental and physical health. I wasn't performing well in any area of my life, let alone running. She met me where I was. Nicole listened to my story and goals, and positioned herself as a guide, letting me control the pace and direction of training. Her holistic approach to running continues to challenge me to set sustainable training goals and keep the long-range-view in mind, which, for me, means that health and happiness are just as important--if not more--than a PR.

Part of what makes Nicole's insight so invaluable is that she's been there herself; she knows what runners struggle with, and more importantly, she knows how to overcome those struggles. Nicole is more attuned to her athletes than almost anyone I've been coached by, and she communicates training philosophy and objectives in a clear, creative way that tends to stick with me long after a workout.

I still struggle with mental blocks and staying healthy in general, but Nicole is getting me there. After years of going through the motions, exhausted and unmotivated, I finally feel like I'm beginning to race again. She's given me strategies to take control of what I can in my life, and helped me re-prioritize my goals, with a view toward longevity and enjoyment. As a result, I'm fitter than I've been in years, and having a whole lot more fun.

Nicole is a great coach, and a great person. Trust her with your dreams; you won't be disappointed, no matter what the journey brings.”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserNovember 27, 2020Emily Langenberg

Julie H—

“I was coached by Matt both before and after he started Boulder
Underground. I have been coached by others, but I have never felt as
much genuine trust and care as when I was coached by Matt. He cares
about you as a person first. He takes the time to get to know you and
then tailors your training to your individual goals and needs, and is
there for you day or night. I felt he truly believed in me and my
training. Most of all I trusted him and felt confident in myself
thanks to the training I did under his coaching. Anyone who can call
Matt a coach and friend is lucky. I would recommend him and his
coaching to anyone!”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserOctober 18, 2020Julie Helvestine

Callie H—

"The coaches and team at Boulder Underground have changed the way that I view training in a way that has helped me grow tremendously both athletically and personally. I played Division I field hockey in college and switched gears to longer distance running post-graduation but my habit of "100% effort for every workout" carried with me.

My training for my first marathon consisted of long hard runs without purpose and very little speed work or strength, all while over-training, under-recovering and doing no physical therapy support along the way to keep my body functioning at its best. When I started working with Matt and the Boulder Underground team, I very quickly learned the importance of training cycles within a given week, month and block, and learned that the slow runs, recoveries and PT/ strength work were just as important as the long and grueling training runs.

With BUs coaches and teammates, I shaved almost ten minutes off of my marathon time and built a new mindset for training. Matt taught me the smarter way to train and it has improved my overall athletic performance, my ability to recover and build, my mindset of not taking any one workout too seriously and my resilience in trusting the process over a long period of time.

Most importantly, Boulder Underground is an incredible group of people that inspire me to push myself both in and out of my running shoes."

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserOctober 18, 2020Caalie Hiner

Laura B—

"I’ve worked with Boulder Underground for almost two years now, and they have helped me become a better and stronger athlete, both physically and mentally. Boulder Underground tailors my training around what I need to run my best and provides daily inspiration and encouragement. Most importantly, they believes in me and help me believe in myself. Because of Boulder Underground, I have found the joy in running again and truly believe I still have many PR’s in my future."

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserOctober 18, 2020Laura Berry

Morgan H—

“While I’m a relatively new member to Boulder Underground (BU), I couldn’t be happier with the guidance I’ve received so far regarding running, nutrition, and life. BU advocates a holistic approach to training, emphasizing the mental aspect of the sport through access to meditation apps and bi-monthly phone calls. The flexible training plan allows me to run at my best without compromising my sanity or performance at work. As someone who felt in a training rut, joining Boulder Underground has inspired me to set some bold goals and has given me the skills to achieve them!”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserOctober 18, 2020Morgan Hull

Jessica B—

“Boulder Underground has helped me fall in love with the process of being an athlete again. After retiring from my career as a professional triathlete, it was a challenging transition to navigate what my athletic life would look like. Boulder Underground gave me a space to be myself, have fun and work toward my goals every day with acceptance at the heart of each step.

Coach Matt’s calm energy and wise approach to coaching has left me incredibly confident in my abilities and what I can do as a runner. He coaches us in a holistic way, helping each of us individually manage the great balancing act of life, work and running.

I have found some of my best friends through BU, and I feel an immense amount of support each day when I show up for training. I’m pretty excited for all that’s to come for all of us :)”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserOctober 18, 2020Jessica Broderick

Kyle K—

“Stoked to have been able to find Matt and Boulder Underground. The running community has always been close-knit and I couldn’t be happier to be apart of it. Having the ability to stay healthy and see progress is something every athlete dreams of. I owe all that to Matt’s coaching abilities and love for the sport. Anyone looking to pursue goals within the sport should definitely reach out to this group. After competing in this sport for almost 8 years, I have certainly found the training program that works best for my ability and future.”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserOctober 18, 2020Kyle Kondracki

Brooke H—

“I started working with Matt to train for the 2020 Boston Marathon, which would have been my first marathon, when it was originally postponed from April to September. Matt has been a constant source of support and motivation throughout this very uncertain time and a stop-and-go marathon training cycle. When the Boston marathon was made virtual, he helped me evaluate my options for completing my first marathon while making it clear that we'd meet my goals no matter what path I took. He's helped me lay a strong running foundation and been patient when my motivation waned. He's applied the perfect combination of accountability and understanding to keep me going and making progress. I am so excited to eventually conquer 26.2 miles and feel so much more confident that I'll be able to do so and to meet my goals with Matt's help!”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserOctober 18, 2020Brooke Hammer

Bria W—

“Boulder Underground has played a crucial role in my development as an athlete over the last 2 years.

Tailored workouts, weekly sessions with a group of like-minded runners, and a culture that values mental health and strength just as much as the physical have all helped create an amazing training system for me.

I've reached new PRs and gained invaluable tools that have fostered confidence and growth. I feel an immense sense of community and support in my athletic pursuits under the guidance of Boulder Underground.”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserOctober 1, 2020Bria Wetsch

Carley G —

“I started working with Boulder Underground in 2013 after dabbling in a couple of marathons, and they have helped me achieve higher than I ever could have imagined. Brick by brick and season by season, Boulder Underground has helped me cut thirty-six minutes off of my best marathon time, and they continue to remind me that no dream is too big. Boulder Underground has supported me through the highest of highs and the lows of injury and continues to evaluate training as it applies to me on an individual level. (They also reply to my 4 AM texts, so that's a major coach win!) I couldn't ask for a coach who wholeheartedly believes in the physical and mental well being of their athletes more than Boulder Underground, and the family that they have created and nurtured in Boulder Underground is truly one of a kind.”

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Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserSeptember 13, 2020Carley Glasser

Britt K —

“Boulder Underground is the best. I couldn’t have imagined a better coach. They genuinely care about each athlete's mental and physical fitness. They have a way of pushing and encouraging your limits without overdoing it or risking injury. It’s a fine balance that Boulder Underground has mastered even across a team of different people and personalities.”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserSeptember 13, 2020Britt Kelland

Julie H—

“Kudos to Matt and the whole Boulder Underground team for always motivating me via motivational Instagrams. My workouts are challenging and on point with my marathon goals. I couldn’t be happier to have found Boulder Underground.”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserAugust 28, 2020

Sarah B—

“Boulder Underground is easily the best investment I’ve made in 2020. I love being able to talk to someone who knows what they are doing, get training and fueling advice, and problem solve if a workout doesn’t go well. Having custom workouts ready to go and tailored to my training has been amazing. Even during these crazy times I’ve been able to keep my fitness level by following my workouts. I can’t wait until I can actually race again to see the progress I’ve made!”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserAugust 28, 2020

Chelsea B—

“I had the goal of qualifying for the Olympic Trials in the marathon for several years but did not know how to balance the proper training with my busy work schedule. From the very beginning, Boulder Underground took into account my work routine, life stressors, and previous injuries to create an optimal training program to reach my goal. Boulder Underground is determined to keep its athletes healthy and have longevity in the sport while guiding them in achieving their goals. Through BU’s coaching, I managed to take 11 minutes off my marathon PR and qualify for the Olympic Trials. I am excited to continue working with BU to tackle some other goals but all the while remaining joyful in the sport.”

Athlete Reviews, Athlete Reviews IGuest UserAugust 28, 2020