Helping women physicians to use running as a path to healing, self-discovery, and sustainable wellbeing.
You spend your days caring for others. But somewhere along the way, you may have lost touch with what fills you up.
At Mindful Marathon, I help women physicians use running as a path to healing, self-discovery, and sustainable wellbeing.
No more hustle. No more guilt. Just movement that feels good to your body and fits your life.
Welcome to Mindful Marathon
Hi, I’m Dr. Michelle Quirk - Pediatrician, Run Coach, and Founder of Mindful Marathon.
In 2012, I was a newly minted pediatrician — burned out, overwhelmed, and juggling new roles as a doctor, wife, and daughter. My dad had just been diagnosed with lung cancer, and life felt impossibly heavy.
I laced up my shoes and started running five minutes around the block, three times a week. It wasn’t pretty, but it gave me something priceless: a quiet mind in the middle of the chaos.
Running became my reset button - my way back to myself.
Now, I help other women physicians find that same sense of balance and joy through mindful, personalized running plans that work with your life, not against it.
Meet Your Coach
Coaching Services
Strategy Session
Looking for expert support without a long-term commitment?
In this 60-minute private coaching session, we’ll dive deep into your biggest running questions and goals.
Whether you're prepping for race day or fine-tuning your training plan, you’ll walk away with personalized, actionable guidance you can use right away.
This call is perfect for:
✔ Race day strategy (pacing, fueling, mindset, logistics)
✔ Learning how to incorporate speed work
✔ Bringing mindfulness into your running
✔ Preparing for a strong comeback after injury or time off
You’ll receive:
A customized pre-session questionnaire to make the most of our time together
A 60-minute private Zoom call
A personalized follow-up summary with key takeaways and recommendations
Investment: $150
Premium 1:1 Coaching
Looking for personalized, ongoing support to help you train smarter, run easier, and reach your goals with confidence? This high-touch coaching experience offers the structure, guidance, and accountability to help you grow as a runner - both physically and mentally.
You’ll receive:
✔ A fully customized training plan delivered via Final Surge with unlimited plan adjustments
✔ Ongoing support and regular feedback with unlimited email check-ins
✔ 1:1 coaching calls as needed
✔ An in-depth training and race day prep guide
✔ Access to a full library of expert-led sessions on yoga, meditation, sleep, nutrition, and strength training
Benefits:
Identify and overcome the obstacles holding you back
Learn how to train smarter, not harder
Build confidence and consistency with a plan that fits your life
Have a coach in your corner every step of the way
Limited spots available to ensure high-touch support. 3-month minimum commitment.
