Brendan McGoldrick - Running Coach

Brendan McGoldrick

Running Coach in Matawan, NJ, United States

Let's get healthier, stronger, and faster- Together.

VDOT Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.
USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.
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About Brendan

My name is Brendan McGoldrick, a 25+ year runner with decades more running in me! I started running in high school and eventually spent five years running at Monmouth University in New Jersey. After college I was working in the running retail industry and began coaching a middle school cross country program. After one year with the middle schoolers I was asked to join the coaching staff at a local high school where I have been coaching ever since, all the while striving to learn as much as I possibly can to help my athletes improve as much as possible. I have been fortunate enough to coach a number of individual state champions, as well as a state relay championship team, and my coaching staff and I were proud to be the 2014 Sectional winners for Girls Track. My primary coaching experience is in middle and long distance running, but I have six years of working with short and long sprinters using a variety of coaching methodologies. One of my passions is learning more not only about the science and methodologies behind coaching runners, but on the role of a coach and as a leader. I am an avid reader and constantly looking for ways to improve as a teacher, coach, and person. After spending more time helping my athletes get healthy I realized I had been ignoring my own health and wellness which ended up with me gaining over 50 pounds! In 2015 I dedicated myself to learning more about health and nutrition through the Primal Blueprint and was able to drop the excess weight and get back to being able to train with my teams. I look forward to sharing the wisdom others have given me and using that to help move you closer to your health, wellness, and fitness goals!

Coaching Products

Description

These custom made training plans are designed to get you to the finish line at your peak. Utilizing training theory from the Daniels' Running Formula as well as aspects of the Maximum Aerobic Training principles developed by Dr. Phil Maffetone. I actively use these training methodologies for myself and my high school athletes with great success and look forward to sharing this plan with you all.

Minimum Requirements

No minimum requirements- we will discuss your current fitness and running history and design a plan to get you to that next PR.

Communication

2 emails per week, 3 text-messages per week

$125.00 - 8 week plan

Purchase

Description

The general fitness plan reduces the amount of running and increases the strength, flexibility, and general fitness/wellness methods to make a healthier you. The runs will be based on increasing your aerobic health with less of a focus on race outcomes, and more of an emphasis on you taking control of your health and showing up each day as the best version of yourself. Plans will be renewed/evaluated on a month to month basis with no long term commitment. Worked into the plan will be some basic strength workouts to help make you the strongest version of yourself.

Communication

1 email per week, 1 text-message per week, 1 call per month

$80.00 - 4 week plan

Purchase

Description

These plans are made to get you ready for that endurance race you've been itching to knock off of your list. A half or a full marathon will take you to that next level. Whether you are a first timer, or you've ran plenty of them but are just looking to break through to a better performance I can help get you there.

Communication

1 email per week, 1 text-message per week, 1 call per month

$250.00 - 16 week plan

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Description

These more specific plans are to get you prepared to run fast on the oval! I have 20+ years of running track and almost 14 years of training athletes in all events on the track. My long term specialty has been middle and long distance events, but I am also well versed in short and long sprints as well- I can help you through any track event!

Communication

2 emails per week, 2 text-messages per week, 1 call per month

$100.00 - 6 week plan

Purchase

Description

I will be your one-on-one private coach. The premium level of coaching will get you greater access to me, your personal coach, and include a more holistic approach to your fitness. We can build out as many months out as you are looking to schedule. If you have multiple races throughout a season or a year we can plan to have you in the best possible shape for those events.

Minimum Requirements

No minimum requirements- I can work with people who are just starting out, or have been running for years.

Communication

3 emails per week, 3 text-messages per week, 2 calls per month

$150.00 / month

Purchase

Description

The Basic Online Run Coaching system is for anyone looking to be held accountable to a sensible training plan to help keep you in shape and prepared to race any time, or to maintain aerobic fitness between races. We can work on developing your goals to help guide training and work towards self-improvement and better health.

Minimum Requirements

No minimum requirements beyond the desire to improve yourself and work towards a healthier you.

Communication

2 emails per week, 2 text-messages per week, 1 call per month

$80.00 / month

Charged after 7-day trial

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Description

The Premium plan gives you greater access to my expertise outside of training methodologies and gives you and I more time to meet virtually. We will increase the amount of contact, increase the conversations between you and I, and generally have more time to learn how I can best serve you towards your goals.

Communication

3 emails per week, 4 text-messages per week, 2 calls per month

$100.00 / month

Charged after 7-day trial

Purchase

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 Brendan

Athlete requirement

Athletes of all ages and abilities are welcomed to reach out. For in season high school athletes, a letter from your coach giving you permission to follow my training plan would be requested.

Distances coached

General Fitness, 800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km , 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon

Languages

English

Coaching options

Online/Remote coaching

Consultations

Group coaching

Specialties

Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Nutrition Advice, Cross Training Advice, Mental Skills, Beginner Runners , Recreational Runners, Masters Runners

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

Brendan McGoldrick is a 25+ year runner and USATF Level 1, VDOT O2 certified coach who develops middle- and long-distance athletes and sprinters. With state champions and a state relay title on his resume, he combines tailored training, nutrition guidance from his Primal Blueprint experience, and leadership to help athletes improve. Explore his training plans and private coaching to learn more.

Frequently asked questions

This coach supports runners focused on General Fitness, 800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, and Marathon with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Nutrition Advice, and Cross Training Advice.

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

Yes. Brendan McGoldrick coaches Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, and Masters Runners specifically for General Fitness, 800m, 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 Training Plans and Private Coaching. Product availability can change as the coach updates their marketplace offerings.

Athletes of all ages and abilities are welcomed to reach out. For in season high school athletes, a letter from your coach giving you permission to follow my training plan would be requested.

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