Welcome to Inner Lane. We’re glad you’re here.

This is a space to meet your running with curiosity, commitment, and care. A place to train with intention, build trust in your body, and grow into your goals one step at a time.

We offer personalized run coaching for runners of all levels, from first-time half marathoners to experienced marathoners chasing breakthroughs. Based in Chicago, our team of coaches supports athletes locally and remotely through thoughtful training plans, strength work, and mindful endurance practices.

Coaching at Inner Lane is personal. It’s about listening as much as leading. About steady progress, honest effort, and finding joy in the process. Whether you’re preparing for the Chicago Marathon or building consistency after time away, you don’t have to do it alone. We’re in it with you.

MEET THE TEAM

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MARINA HOLTER
Founder & Lead Coach

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ABIGAIL NEWLON
Yoga & Running Coach

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ABBIE CHAFFIN
Running Coach

  • 〝As a running beginner, I appreciated being met at my current level, instead of being challenged to the point where training would no longer be enjoyable. Marina has a lot of patience, good strategies and a very encouraging approach as a coach that really helped me get back into a consistent flow.〞

    Sierra

  • 〝You've taught me how far my body can go and that I can do what I thought was the impossible. Finishing the marathon was my major goal and I don't think I would've been able to do it with your guidance. Another great achievement was that I was able to run a sub 9 mile for my miles trial with you. Something I never imagined I could do.〞

    Manny

  • Working with Marina was a total game changer for my running. She did a great job of listening to my goals and creating a plan to get me there. I felt so strong and confident in my running and saw major improvements. When it came to race day, I felt prepared and ready to push myself. Marina was the best cheerleader and I feel so appreciative of everything she taught me.

    Lauren

  • I had such an amazing time and I pushed myself to places I didn't know I could go. Thank you for being such an amazing coach and helping me develop so much discipline and endurance, I learned so much.

    Tamara

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Follow Along.

Follow Along.

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