Ehab El-Sandali – Toronto Running Coach

Description

Toronto running coach Ehab El-Sandali is an elite runner who loves working with runners of all levels, from the mile to the marathon. With 10+ years of elite running, Ehab has depth in both experience and knowledge to help beginners to advanced runners reach their goals.

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LEVELS: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
TYPES: Road, Track, Trail
DISTANCES: 5k/10k/Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
TRAINING PLATFORM: Final Surge
TRAINING PLAN: Individual, customized training plan
COMMUNICATION: Unlimited email, unlimited phone, unlimited text
RESPONSE TIME: Within 24 hours
LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario
IN-PERSON SESSIONS: No, online coaching only

SPECIALTIES

My coaching specialties include:

• Distance ranging from 5k to marathon
• Road races, Track Races, and Cross Country
• Beginner, Intermediate, and advanced level athletes

PHILOSOPHY

I believe great distance running is built on consistency, patience, and purpose. My coaching approach blends proven training with an understanding of each athlete’s unique journey. I believe in gradual, sustainable progress—balancing hard work with recovery, and discipline with joy.

Every plan is tailored, every workout has intent, and every athlete is supported with clear communication and genuine care. Success isn’t measured only by race results, but by the confidence, resilience, and love for running that grow along the way.

COACHING EXPERIENCE

As a college athlete, I’ve helped coach a kids program ranging from ages 5-16 years old. Since then, I’ve helped guide friends and family members. Although my formal coaching experience might be limited, my journey as a professional athlete and at the NCAA Division 1 level has given me a great source of knowledge and insight. From my experience, I’ve gained a deep understanding of the complexities of training/racing, and the importance of personalized approaches to running.

My coaching style is to make sure the athlete I’m coaching is having fun with their journey, while maximizing the athlete’s potential without the risk of injury. With my experience as an elite athlete and part-time coaching, I feel incredibly prepared to coach athletes of all abilities and experience levels.

ABOUT ME

I played basketball growing up and when I got to high school, I was introduced to distance running when my basketball coach made us run 10 laps around the track during tryouts. I was able to lap everyone twice and that’s when I was encouraged to also join the cross country/track team.
Drawn by the feeling of winning a race and team camaraderie, I started to develop a passion for the sport. This passion led me to a full scholarship at Iona University, where I was able to achieve multiple NCAA Division 1 All-American honors and school record.

After college, I was fortunate enough to earn a professional contract with Puma for 2 years. During my career as an elite runner, I was able to win a few national titles, and represent Canada at multiple international events including the world cross country championships, and world indoor track & field championships.

While I have a deep passion for competing in the sport, I also have a deep passion for helping athletes of all levels achieve their goals.

BIG INFLUENCES

I would say Joe Pienta, Ricardo Santos, Gary Westgate, and Bob Mandl were not only key influences in developing me as an athlete, but also shaped my coaching philosophy. These individuals have all been really instrumental in mentoring and providing me with guidance during my running and coaching journey.

RACING HISTORY

• 2025 Canadian 10,000m champion
• 3X NCAA D1 All-American
• 2021 NCAA D1 Northeast Region Cross Country Champion (Individual)
• 8x MAAC Conference Individual Titles
• 6x MAAC Conference Team Titles
• MAAC Conference Most Outstanding Athlete of the year
• MAAC Conference Rookie of the Year (Cross Country, Indoor Track & Field, and
  Outdoor Track & Field)
• 2021 Joseph E. O’Connell Award Winner
• Competed at the 2022 (IAAF) World Indoor Championships for team Canada (Senior
  team)
• Competed at the 2019 (IAAF) World Cross Country Championships for team Canada
  (Senior team)

PRs

• 1500m: 3:42
• Mile: 4:04
• 3k: 7:48
• 5k: 13:25
• 10k: 28:50

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