David Mora – Trail & Endurance Coach with a Heart for Athlete Progress & Confidence
Professional Trail Running Coach | Endurance & Strength Specialist | Arduua Coach
Hi, I’m David Mora — a lifelong athlete from Madrid and a trail running coach who believes in progress through consistency, balance, and joy.
I help runners build endurance, strength, and confidence — not only for race day, but for everyday training and life.
My journey began in sport long before trail running. I competed in tennis and triathlon before discovering the freedom and connection of running in the mountains.
The trails became my place of balance — where effort, nature, and clarity come together.
Coaching came naturally: I wanted to help others experience the same transformation.
Today, I work with athletes of all levels through the Arduua Coaching Platform, guiding runners toward structured growth — sustainably, intelligently, and with heart.
Whether you are preparing for your first 10K trail or progressing toward ultras, my approach meets you where you are and builds upward.
What I specialize in
- Endurance development for trail & ultra
- Strength training integrated into running performance
- Training plans built around real-life schedules
- TrainingPeaks structured planning & data analysis
- Coaching beginners through first trail transitions
- Sustainable progression with long-term focus
Qualifications & Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Activity & Sports Sciences (Autonomous University of Madrid)
- Postgraduate Degree in Trail Running — UDIMA (2023)
- Advanced TrainingPeaks University courses (performance planning & analytics)
- Specializations in Strength for Trail Runners, Sports Psychology & Performance Analysis
- Tennis & Padel Instructor Certifications — Madrid Federations
- Fluent in Spanish · Conversational English
Coaching philosophy
My coaching is built on empathy, communication, and consistency.
I tailor training to the athlete — their lifestyle, energy, work, and responsibilities.
Progress grows when training supports life, not competes with it.
I want runners not only to improve — but to enjoy the process.
How I help athletes
I guide runners to:
- Train with clarity and purpose
- Build strength without losing endurance
- Understand pacing, intensity & recovery
- Develop confidence on trail terrain
- Balance training with work, family, and real life
My favourite coaching moments are the breakthroughs — when someone finishes their first race, climbs their first long ascent, or realises they’re stronger than they believed.
Big goals grow from daily steps.
Train with me
If you want structured progress — step by step, sustainable and motivating — I would love to be part of your journey.
Explore my coaching options here:
Arduua Coaching Plans
E-mail: david.mora@arduua.com