Katie Fedoronko - Running Coach

Katie Fedoronko

Running Coach in Chicago, Illinois, United States

In it for the long run

5.0 7 reviews
VDOT Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.
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About Katie

Hello! My name is Katie and I am a running coach based in Chicago, IL. Whether you’ve got a big race goal or just want to improve your fitness I think you’ll really enjoy training with me! I work full time as an architect in Chicago and enjoy training for a variety of race distances throughout the year. Running is my favorite hobby but I also enjoy painting, playing piano, and walks with my Golden Retriever. I've been coached by some really awesome people, including Olympian Dakotah Popehn, and developed a passion for helping runners be their strongest and enjoy the journey. As a certified running nerd, I'm constantly learning new things about training, new technology, and biomechanics. Need shoe recommendations? I got you! My favorite race distances are marathon and half marathon. I ran my first marathon at age 19 and surprised myself by qualifying for Boston! After that I was hooked and continue to work at my goal of a sub 2:50 marathon and running the 6-star marathon majors. I also enjoy training for Triathlons and competed with the Fighting Illini Triathlon team at University of Illinois. I struggled for several years in college with underfueling and simply not eating enough to support my training and recovery which led to several injuries. In recent years I have learned more about runners' nutrition needs and greatly improved my performance, health, and longevity in the sport. Though I'm not a dietitian, I'm happy to share advice about in-race/ long run fuel and daily nutrition for runners. I believe strength training is a really valuable tool in preventing some injuries and helping you run faster and stronger. I've seen a lot of growth in my own running and offer a few basic strength training routines to my athletes. My biggest focus with athletes is to build solid, lasting fitness while avoiding injury and burnout. The most powerful and underestimated tool in distance running is consistency over months, seasons, and years. I’ll help you follow manageable training that fits your schedule and life. Athletes training with me will focus on keeping a low heart rate or effort on easy runs to make sure they're fully recovered to run FAST at their next speed workout. Training is so much fun when you have the support of a coach and workouts well-suited to your current fitness! I can’t wait to meet you and start crushing some goals!

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Description

Want to talk about potential goals and how to achieve them? Interested in coaching and want to see if we're a good match? Let's talk! This is typically over the phone and I will reach out via email to schedule. Please check your spam/junk folder!

Free - 30 minute call

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Description

Are you coming off a longer break or stepping into racing for the first time? This base building plan will help you gain fitness and add structure that will help set you up for marathon/ half marathon training down the road. Having a solid base of fitness prior to marathon training is vital to being able to build mileage without high injury risk. This plan can also be used to gain general fitness and an understanding of how to structure your running week on your own. With custom training, I use questions about your current fitness, training history, and race goals to write a training plan that will be manageable, appropriately challenging, and suit your life. The training plan is delivered all at once but you're welcome to email me with questions as they come up. For a very reasonable price you get... - Daily workouts on the V.O2 app - Training tailored to race distance and terrain - Number of runs and cross train sessions catered to your comfort and availability - Strength training suggestions - Nutrition advice - Unlimited coaching support - Changes to plan for injury, illness, etc.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 3 runs per week. It's best if you have a running watch or another way of tracking mileage and pace.

Communication

unlimited emails, unlimited text-messages, unlimited calls

$35.00 - 8 week plan

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Description

Don't settle for a generic training plan. With custom training, I use questions about your current fitness, training history, and race goals to write a training plan that will be manageable, appropriately challenging, and suit your life. The training plan is delivered all at once but you're welcome to email me with questions as they come up. For a very reasonable price you get... - Daily workouts on the V.O2 app - Training tailored to race distance and terrain - Number of runs and cross train sessions catered to your comfort and availability - Strength training suggestions - Nutrition advice - Unlimited coaching support - Changes to plan for injury, illness, etc.

Minimum Requirements

You'll need a way to record workouts- watch, strava, etc.

Communication

unlimited emails, unlimited text-messages

$115.00 - 18 week plan

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Description

Looking to improve in the 5k or 10k distance? Training for your first race of this distance? Don't settle for a generic training plan. With custom training, I use questions about your current fitness, training history, and race goals to write a training plan that will be manageable, appropriately challenging, and suit your life. The training plan is delivered all at once but you're welcome to email me with questions as they come up. For a very reasonable price you get... - Daily workouts on the V.O2 app - Training tailored to race distance and terrain - Number of runs and cross train sessions catered to your comfort and availability - Strength training suggestions - Nutrition advice - Unlimited coaching support - Changes to plan for injury, illness, etc.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 2 runs per week to start. Can build runs/week as we go.

Communication

unlimited emails

$60.00 - 12 week plan

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Description

Don't settle for a generic training plan. With custom training, I use questions about your current fitness, training history, and race goals to write a training plan that will be manageable, appropriately challenging, and suit your life. The training plan is delivered all at once but you're welcome to email me with questions as they come up. For a very reasonable price you get... - Daily workouts on the V.O2 app - Training tailored to race distance and terrain - Number of runs and cross train sessions catered to your comfort and availability - Strength training suggestions - Nutrition advice - Unlimited coaching support - Changes to plan for injury, illness, etc.

Minimum Requirements

Athletes should have a way to record workouts such as a running watch or Strava

Communication

unlimited emails, unlimited text-messages

$100.00 - 16 week plan

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Description

With custom 1:1 personal coaching, we'll start with a call to discuss your goals and current training. Personal training is adaptive, designed specifically for you and your life. Leave all the worrying to me as you focus on checking off training one week at a time. Training for the week is typically uploaded on Saturdays. - Daily workouts on the V.O2 app - Training tailored to race distance and terrain - Number of runs and cross train sessions catered to your comfort and availability - Strength training suggestions - Nutrition advice - Unlimited coaching support via text or email - Changes to plan for injury, illness, etc.

Minimum Requirements

I recommend having a running watch to record workouts. A minimum of 3 runs and 1 strength session per week is recommended but not required. Athletes will use the V.O2 site or app to receive training and upload workout results.

Communication

unlimited emails, unlimited text-messages, unlimited calls

$90.00 / month

Charged after 7-day trial

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How it works

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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.

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Start training

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

Training with Katie

Athlete requirement

It’s best if you have a running watch or another way of tracking workouts. The only requirements are a good attitude and willingness to work hard!

Distances coached

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

Languages

English

Coaching options

In-person

Online/Remote coaching

Consultations

Specialties

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

Reviews

5.0
7 reviews
5 - Exellent
4 - Great
3 - Good
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Lincoln Missner

Apr 18, 2026

Katie is an excellent coach. Her training has gotten me ready for the Eugene Half feeling like a much stronger runner. The training always had a purpose, and there was a lot of variation in the sessi... Katie is an excellent coach. Her training has gotten me ready for the Eugene Half feeling like a much stronger runner. The training always had a purpose, and there was a lot of variation in the sessions to keep things fresh. Whenever I had questions, Katie always got back to me quickly and with added sources if I wanted to dig deeper. When I was frustrated with training (resulting from vacation, then getting sick), she helped me put things in perspective. Would highly recommend Katie as a coach. She's knowledgeable, supportive, and responsive.

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Brian Fedoronko

Mar 23, 2026

Great experience with training plan for a half marathon.

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Raymond Garcia

Nov 11, 2025

I had Katie train me for the 2025 New York City Marathon and I shaved off 14 minutes from my time last year in the same race. First time working one on one with a coach and it was worth it to have a c... I had Katie train me for the 2025 New York City Marathon and I shaved off 14 minutes from my time last year in the same race. First time working one on one with a coach and it was worth it to have a customized plan and expert access. Workouts are easy to follow and she was easily available for questions. She was also able to quickly adapt my training schedule for travel and unexpected illness/injury. I would highly recommend Katie’s coaching.

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Mikey Robinson

Jun 15, 2025

Katie has got me on a path to success. Her thorough knowledge of Jack Daniel’s principles and methodologies engenders total confidence in the training process. Her great feedback and personal manner ... Katie has got me on a path to success. Her thorough knowledge of Jack Daniel’s principles and methodologies engenders total confidence in the training process. Her great feedback and personal manner is encouraging and understanding. I feel like I’m being looked after with my goals the priority. The work I’m doing with Katie is improving my discipline and dedication and therefore my performance. I’m learning to trust the process and having a great time with it. Thanks Coach KT

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Richard Meagher

Feb 26, 2025

Katie was super capable, easy to work with, and had a great grasp on what I needed to work on to get to the marathon time I was looking for. Her training plan was also very dynamic, so my runs were ne... Katie was super capable, easy to work with, and had a great grasp on what I needed to work on to get to the marathon time I was looking for. Her training plan was also very dynamic, so my runs were never boring and I always had some new exercise to look forward to the following week. Would absolutely recommend for anyone trying to get in shape or improve their race times.

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Brian Fedoronko

Dec 1, 2024

Very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Her wealth of experience helps with any issue you might have. Very responsive and adaptable. I have been a runner for decades but always learning from her.... Very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Her wealth of experience helps with any issue you might have. Very responsive and adaptable. I have been a runner for decades but always learning from her.

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Lee Flake

Nov 25, 2024

Katie is an amazing coach. She makes sure you have all the information you need to be prepared for your training. Couldn't do this training without Katie's guidance.

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

Katie blends VDOT O2–based coaching with practical nutrition and strength guidance to help runners build consistent, injury-resistant fitness. A Boston qualifier and marathon/half-marathon specialist with triathlon experience, she offers remote or in-person training plans and private coaching. Explore her profile 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 Boston Marathon.

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

Yes. Katie Fedoronko 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 Consultations, Training Plans, and Private Coaching. Product availability can change as the coach updates their marketplace offerings.

It’s best if you have a running watch or another way of tracking workouts. The only requirements are a good attitude and willingness to work hard!

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