Caitlin Rushlander - Running Coach

Caitlin Rushlander

Running Coach in Mars, Pennsylvania, United States

I am a runner with years of firsthand experience and knowledge who will be just as excited about your athletic development as you!

5.0 8 reviews
VDOT Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.
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About Caitlin

I started running with my dad in the 4th grade and haven't ever really stopped. I competed in high school and was captain of my college cross country and track team for two years, where I grew to love the 10k. After college, I joined a competitive running club in Pittsburgh and completed six marathons. I have been able to run during much (but not all!) of my four pregnancies and have enjoyed the slow and rewarding process of coming back to fitness after a long layoff. After having my third daughter, I was able to successfully regain my fitness and run PRs in the 5k, 10 mile and Marathon distance. I'm currently enjoying building back speed and strength after having my fourth baby. I previously taught fitness classes for moms and am enjoying coaching Track and XC at my daughter's school. I am always reading books about running and listening to podcasts to learn from the best. After a lot of research, I chose the VDOT O2 Certification because I have always referenced Daniel's Running Formula book in my own training. I love how precise this method is and how everything is backed by lab research. I have seen much improvement in my own running this year following his system as well. Additionally, two running philosophies I really believe in is "Train, Don't Strain" and "Consistency is Key", Chasing personal improvement and having big goals are very important to me. My years of running has taught me how much better life is when you make the space to do something good for yourself each day and enjoy the training process. Some of the best parts of running competitively for me has been the lifelong friends I have met along the way. Personal Records: -Mile 5:32 -3k 10:41 -5K 18:40 -10k 38:51 -10 mile 1:05:21 -Half Marathon 1:29:02 -Marathon 3:12:02

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Description

Work with your own private coach to accomplish your running goals. Monthly service includes workouts uploaded weekly, tailored specifically to you and your race or athletic goals. Workouts will include suggested training paces and strength work. Strength workouts will be tailored to your experience level, areas of weakness, and equipment available. Monthly fee includes unlimited e-mails and commenting/discussing on all 'hard' workouts using the VDOT O2 app.

Minimum Requirements

Runners of all ages and abilities welcome!

Communication

unlimited emails

$120.00 / month

Charged after 7-day trial

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How it works

01.

Choose how you want to work together

Book a consultation, choose a training plan, or start private coaching.

02.

Connect with your coach

Share your goals, experience and upcoming races.

03.

Start training

Get your plan, stay connected and track your progress in VDOT.

Training with Caitlin

Athlete requirement

Upon signing up, I will e-mail an additional athlete information sheet to help me understand your background and goals. ***Beginners VERY welcome! ***

Distances coached

Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon , Marathon

Languages

English

Coaching options

Online/Remote coaching

Group coaching

Specialties

Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Nutrition Advice, Boston Marathon, Certified Strength and Conditioning, Cross Training Advice , Mental Skills, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, Masters Runners

Reviews

5.0
8 reviews
5 - Exellent
4 - Great
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Tina Travis

Feb 14, 2026

Great coach! After barely running for a year, she’s helping me rebuild the right way and get back on track for the Chicago Marathon. So grateful for her guidance and support.”

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Jansen Jones

Aug 3, 2023

I love working with Caitlin. I feel she has taken a considerable amount of time (and patience) understanding my current training and life situation. She is helping me find my love for running again, ... I love working with Caitlin. I feel she has taken a considerable amount of time (and patience) understanding my current training and life situation. She is helping me find my love for running again, and I could not imagine being back in this place mentally (and physically) even just 3 months ago. Highly recommend no matter your goal, running background, or experience. I am looking forward to the months and races ahead.

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Jesse Guillory

Jun 30, 2023

Outstanding!

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Jackie Falls

May 6, 2022

The best! She will work with you to help you run better and stronger

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Amber WARBA

Apr 16, 2022

Caitlin is so knowledgeable in running, and it shines through in her training. In 12 weeks she challenged me to surpass goals I never thought possible in time and mileage. I started as a casual runner... Caitlin is so knowledgeable in running, and it shines through in her training. In 12 weeks she challenged me to surpass goals I never thought possible in time and mileage. I started as a casual runner, and after 12 weeks spent with her I’m looking forward to my next race. She provides challenging training while supporting the need to make changes with my capabilities. She gently provides recommendations for change which has improved me so much as a runner. She provided a training regimen that fit me perfectly, which transformed my previously achy post-run body to one that feels strong and energetic after a run. Caitlin is encouraging, supportive and challenging, and I appreciate that she considers each runner as an individual. I look forward to continuing to train with Caitlin as she has solidified my love for running and desire to continue improving.

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Peter ONeil

Mar 11, 2022

Caitlin's plan for me clearly showed she took some time to understand my goals and my history. Plus, she was kind enough to seek my reaction and solicit feedback. It's a challenging plan but she is al... Caitlin's plan for me clearly showed she took some time to understand my goals and my history. Plus, she was kind enough to seek my reaction and solicit feedback. It's a challenging plan but she is also open to revising it if necessary.

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Amanda Bruce

Sep 18, 2021

Caitlin is an excellent coach, suited to support all levels of runners. She’s patient and flexible and is so encouraging too. She’s helped this out-of-shape runner get back in good running fitness in ... Caitlin is an excellent coach, suited to support all levels of runners. She’s patient and flexible and is so encouraging too. She’s helped this out-of-shape runner get back in good running fitness in a safe but progressive way!

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Julia Covelli

Jun 20, 2021

Caitlin is an amazing coach! She has been a runner for decades, including high school and college teams, so she really knows her stuff. She’s got eight BQs to boot! Since I’ve started working with her... Caitlin is an amazing coach! She has been a runner for decades, including high school and college teams, so she really knows her stuff. She’s got eight BQs to boot! Since I’ve started working with her, I’ve tried new ways of running and I can’t wait for my fall marathons to see Caitlin’s plan all pay off! She’s encouraging, supportive when you have a bad run and adaptive gets in the way of running sometimes. You want Caitlin as your coach and on your team!

AI Summary Based on information provided in Caitlin's profile.

Caitlin combines lifelong running, collegiate captain experience, and VDOT O2 certification into remote and group coaching for beginners through competitive and masters runners from 1600m to marathon. She emphasizes “Train, Don't Strain” and “Consistency is Key,” using six marathons and post-pregnancy PRs to build sustainable, individualized plans. Learn more about her private coaching.

Frequently asked questions

This coach supports runners focused on Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, and Marathon with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Nutrition Advice, and Boston Marathon.

Yes. Caitlin Rushlander is currently accepting new coaching clients, and you can reach out directly from this profile page.

Yes. Caitlin Rushlander coaches Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, and Masters Runners specifically for Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, and Marathon, tailoring the plan to experience level and race distance together.

This coach currently offers Private Coaching. Product availability can change as the coach updates their marketplace offerings.

Upon signing up, I will e-mail an additional athlete information sheet to help me understand your background and goals. ***Beginners VERY welcome! ***

Coaching is available through Online/Remote coaching and Group coaching. Review product details to choose the format that best matches your goals.