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TIRED MOM RUNS 
Science-Backed Training. Mom-Level Resilience. AI-Powered Endurance.

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Training for women who want to go further—with smarter coaching, strength integration, and AI tools that adapt to your life.

Who is TMR for? 

For Women Who Do It All—and Still Want More.

You train between meetings, after bedtime, or before the sun rises.

 

You’re chasing performance, but not at the cost of your health or joy. Tired Mom Runs was built for you—whether you're a runner, triathlete, skier, or cyclist aiming to train with purpose and power. Or a real woman who is looking for your athletic self. Or a youth athlete who wants to learn how to become the best they can be. Male athletes, who are sure of themselves who need a no-BS advice on endurance performance - you're welcome too. 

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What makes this coaching different?

Smarter Training Starts with Better Tools.

I combine AI-driven platforms Athletica.ai with expert human coaching. You get a personalized training experience backed by biomechanics, strength, sports science, and tech that learns you—not just your power. pace or heart rate, quicker than a human coach alone. It is athlete-centered, response-guided training and coaching. 

  • AI-Enhanced Endurance Plans

  • Custom Strength Programming

  • Run Form + Movement Analysis

  • Coaching for Women at all stages of life

  • Real-Time Adjustments & Support

  • Nordic skiing, running, triathlon

Coaching philosophy

Coaching That Thinks, Adapts, and Empowers. 

My approach is science-backed, sustainability-focused, and woman centered. I help you build a training system that fits into your life - not the other way around. Our plates are full - we don't need any more complexity.

Resilience. Recovery. Real Gains. 

Our Services

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Fully personalized endurance training tailored to your cycle, stress, and schedule.

Thrive Coaching

High-touch, fully customized coaching for women who want science-backed, adaptive plans with 1:1 strategy, strength integration, and run analysis—everything you need to train with purpose and power. 

Crossfit Trainer

Designed to integrate seamlessly with your endurance training—no guesswork, just gains

The Strong Endurance Athlete

A science-based strength program that fits into your endurance schedule, helping you build power, reduce injury risk, and race stronger over time.

Young Woman Running

Improve your stride, reduce injury, and run efficiently—based on biomechanics and video feedback.

Running Analysis

A detailed video-based analysis of your form with personalized feedback and drills to improve efficiency, prevent injuries, and elevate your running performance.

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Bonding with Your Daughter—Getting Fit is Just a Bonus

Running with Her

A joyful, weekly running experience for moms and daughters to move together, build connection, and share fitness in a fun, meaningful way. Online and in-person options

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Midlife training reimagined. Get stronger, more energized, and more confident

MOMentum

Tired of workouts that don’t work anymore? MOMentum is your next-level blueprint for strength, energy, and midlife performance.

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Know Your Zones. Train With Precision.

Performance Analysis & testing

Get expert insights from real-world testing. Field tests help you dial in your training zones, measure progress, and make every session more effective. 

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Get direction and insights

Consultation

Frustrated? Need help to decide how you should train, what to focus on and what to eliminate from your training. Let's have a good convo about how to improve your fitness & health.

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StrongHER Foundations: Strength $ Conditioning Training for Teen Girls

StrongHer

Give your athlete the tools to move better, play stronger, and feel more confident in their body. Monthly coaching of focused strength training builds a foundation for injury prevention, faster recovery, and long-term performance gains — all in a supportive, empowering small group environment.

Stronger, Smarter, Faster: Endurance Training for Women Who Do It All

When you are a busy, ambitious woman who wants to balance endurance training with life. "Train smarter" approach is perfect for women navigating perimenopause, strength training, and endurance sports.


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Why Women Trust Me

What Real Athletes Say

Don't take my word for it - hear how smart training changed everything for women just like you.

Ayn 

As a post-menopausal endurance athlete with osteoporosis, MJ's strength program has helped me feel stronger, fitter, and more prepared for Ironman than ever. 

Maya

MenoStrong was like flipping the lights on in each room of a 5 bedroom house. Balance, strength, mindset, nutrition, rest. I am properly equipped to ENJOY my body in this second half of life!

Katie

With Marjaana as my XC ski &run coach, my training has improved immensely. She really cares about me as a person and an athlete.

Gillian 

 When I started working with Marjaana, I couldn't do any push-ups on my toes -- something I can now do easily. She's helped me become stronger holistically rather than just a stronger runner, and I'm looking forward to seeing my progress continue in 2025.
Marjaana Rakai endurance coach and athlete

Hi, I'm Marjaana

Endurance Sports Coach & Athletica.ai Expert

​My coaching philosophy is built on science, sustainability, and personalization. I believe in optimizing performance through physiology, biomechanics, strength, and intelligent training—tailored to each athlete’s needs and context. Using AI-driven insights and evidence-based methods, I help endurance athletes train smarter, prevent injury, and achieve long-term health and success. I emphasize resilience, adaptability, and fueling strategies, particularly for women navigating hormonal shifts in all ages.

 

Tech can be intimidating, there's just so much to learn. I'm here to walk you through and educate you to understand ALL the metrics that matter, and when to ignore those that don't. 

My goal is to empower athletes to balance sport, life, and health while reaching their full potential.

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Your Mountain Top is Waiting.

Train Smarter. Live Stronger. Start Today.

Got questions? Want to know what package is best for you? Let’s talk—no pressure, just clarity.

Not ready to book a call, email me: info@tiredmomruns.com

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