Kirk Mueller - Running Coach

Kirk Mueller

Running Coach in Birmingham, Alabama, USA

Sub-3 Marathon

5.0 1 reviews
VDOT Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.
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About Kirk

I started running in 1975 and ran my first sub-3 marathon at Penn Relays on 4/20/1980 while running for the University of Pittsburgh. I started my second running career in 2007 with the goal of running a sub-3 marathon on as little mileage as possible. 40, 45, and 50 miles per week yielded bonks before the 20 mile mark. Finally, in 2010 I averaged 55 miles per week, which yielded a breakthrough at the Mercedes Marathon in Birmingham, AL (3:00:06) with fuel left in the tank and poor clock/watch management. This was followed up with four successful sub-3 marathons after utilizing Daniels' Running Formula: Boston - 2011 - 2:59 Mercedes - 2012 - 2:59 Pittsburgh - 2013 - 2:59 California International Marathon - 2013 - 2:59

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Description

Training and consulting as needed. The emphasis is helping you break a 3 hour marathon. However, shorter distances are also part of the program. Marathons are not required. All fees will be donated to Alabama Childhood Food Solutions.

Minimum Requirements

Must be willing and capable of running a minimum of 55-60 miles per week.

Communication

unlimited emails, unlimited text-messages, unlimited calls, unlimited in-person sessions

$100.00 / month

Charged after 30-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 Kirk

Athlete requirement

Willing to build mileage to a minimum of 55 - 60 miles per week and aiming for a sub-3 marathon or something in that range.

Distances coached

5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon, General Fitness

Languages

English

Coaching options

In-person

Online/Remote coaching

Consultations

Specialties

Competitive Runners, Boston Marathon, Masters Runners, Cross Training Advice

Reviews

5.0
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Rahul Nandi

Jan 28, 2025

UPDATE: December 24, 2024 - I finally achieved my first Sub-3 marathon with a time of 2:58:23 at Valencia. A massive shoutout to Coach K, without whom this accomplishment would not have been possible... UPDATE: December 24, 2024 - I finally achieved my first Sub-3 marathon with a time of 2:58:23 at Valencia. A massive shoutout to Coach K, without whom this accomplishment would not have been possible. This is a personal record for me at age 48, and I accomplished it after three attempts. Many people had given up on me, but Coach K never did. He tailored my training plan to fit my running style, worked with me every week to fine-tune it based on my progress, and, most importantly, was always accessible. If you put in the work, Coach K will get you across the line and get you your Sub3 marathon goal.

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

Kirk Mueller blends decades of racing—from a collegiate sub‑3 in 1980 to a comeback yielding multiple sub‑3 marathons—with VDOT O2 certification and Daniels' Running Formula. He helps competitive and masters runners optimize mileage, pacing, fueling and race execution through private coaching, offered in person, remotely, or via consultations. Learn more.

Frequently asked questions

This coach supports runners focused on 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon, and General Fitness with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, Boston Marathon, Masters Runners, and Cross Training Advice.

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

Yes. Kirk Mueller coaches Competitive Runners, Masters Runners, and Cross Training Advice specifically for 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, Marathon, and General Fitness, 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.

Willing to build mileage to a minimum of 55 - 60 miles per week and aiming for a sub-3 marathon or something in that range.

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