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Hillsborough North Carolina United States
Megan Cooke

Megan Cooke

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States

10km Triathlon Competitive

4.9 (57) Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

Megan builds tailored plans for beginners to BQ hopefuls, blending VDOT O2, 15 yrs D1 coaching, elite marathon/ultra experience, plus nutrition and mental skills.

Starting at $30.00

West Covina California United States
Danny Mercado

Danny Mercado

West Covina, California, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

5.0 (10)

Danny guides runners—from beginners to competitive athletes—leveraging NCAA titles, Olympic Trials marathon experience and Hall of Fame honors. Offers training plans and private coaching.

Starting at $99.00

New York New York United States
Kristyn R Smith

Kristyn R Smith

New York, New York, United States

10km Strength & Conditioning Competitive

5.0 (30) Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1

Kristyn pairs eight years coaching, 26 marathons (8 Boston) and VDOT/RRCA/ACE credentials to create training plans and private coaching. Book a free intro.

Starting at $45.00

Kansas City MO United States
John Carstens

John Carstens

Kansas City, MO, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

5.0 (19) Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

John Carstens uses VDOT-based speed work and hands-on coaching to get runners PRs, prevent injury, and adapt plans. Offers training plans and private coaching.

Starting at $50.00

Baltimore Arizona United States
John Reniewicki

John Reniewicki

Baltimore, Arizona, United States

2mi/3km 10km Triathlon

5.0 (13) Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

John, VDOT O2-certified pro at Under Armour HQ, helps beginners to Olympic hopefuls hit PRs from 800m to marathon. Offers consultations, training plans and private coaching.

Starting at $60.00

St. John's NL Canada
Will Small

Will Small

St. John's, NL, Canada

10km Triathlon Competitive

5.0 (9) Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

Will Small offers 20+ years' experience and VDOT O2 training with periodized, time-based plans delivered via V.O2 app for beginner to competitive runners.

Starting at $45.00

Mars Pennsylvania United States
Caitlin Rushlander

Caitlin Rushlander

Mars, Pennsylvania, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

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

Caitlin coaches remote/group runners (1600m–marathon) with VDOT O2-based plans, emphasizing 'Train, Don't Strain' and consistency; offers private coaching for tailored progress.

Starting at $120.00

Chicago Illinois United States
Katie Fedoronko

Katie Fedoronko

Chicago, Illinois, United States

2mi/3km 10km Triathlon

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

Katie helps runners build consistent, injury-resistant fitness with VDOT O2 coaching, nutrition and strength guidance. Offers plans and private coaching.

Starting at $35.00

Noblesville Indiana United States
Backroads Endurance

Backroads Endurance

Noblesville, Indiana, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

5.0 (7)

Blake helps runners recover and improve speed using DPT and CSCS expertise; from beginners to pros, he offers private coaching and consultations. Learn more.

Starting at $25.00

Santa Barbara CA United States
Sue McDonald

Sue McDonald

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

5.0 (3) Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. 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. +1

Sue McDonald — Olympic‑Trials finalist, masters national titlist and Boston‑qualifier. VDOT O2 & USATF L1 coach offering private coaching and training plans.

Starting at $90.00

Southampton Hampshire United Kingdom
Andy McGhee

Andy McGhee

Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

10km Strength & Conditioning Competitive

5.0 (2) Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

Andy guides beginners to elite runners (5K–marathon) with VDOT O2-backed training, nutrition and strength work. Offers bespoke training plans and private coaching.

Starting at $79.95

Kelowna BC Canada
Malindi Elmore

Malindi Elmore

Kelowna, BC, Canada

2mi/3km 10km Triathlon

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

Malindi combines Olympic 1500m experience, a 2:24 Canadian-record marathon and VDOT O2 coaching to create individualized plans for goal-oriented, youth, and busy runners.

Starting at $80.00

Portland OR United States
Ariane Hendrix Roach

Ariane Hendrix Roach

Portland, OR, United States

10km Strength & Conditioning Competitive

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

Ariane, a V.O2 Certified coach and 2:42:51 marathoner training for the 2024 Olympic Trials, offers private in-person and remote coaching with nutrition and S&C.

Starting at $80.00

New York NY USA
Tom Myers

Tom Myers

New York, NY, USA

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

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

Tom offers diligent, supportive coaching for 800m–marathon runners. VDOT O2-certified with NASM corrective training, he builds individualized plans and rehabs injuries.

Starting at $50.00

Plymouth Devon United Kingdom
Pete Simon

Pete Simon

Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

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

Pete, VDOT O2 coach with 17+ years as a British Army PT instructor, offers in-person and remote VDOT plans, runTRAIN cross-training, private coaching and consultations.

Starting at $45.00

Tulsa OK United States
Becky Croft

Becky Croft

Tulsa, OK, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

5.0 (1) RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.

Becky offers tailored, injury-aware VDOT02 plans for beginners to veterans, coaching 800m–ultra with RRCA, Chi Running and strength focus; remote, group or private.

Starting at $25.00

Middlesbrough England United Kingdom
Jack Harrison

Jack Harrison

Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

10km Triathlon Beginner

5.0 (1)

Jack offers in-person and remote private coaching for beginners to triathletes with tailored 1-2-1 plans focusing on speed, intervals and long runs.

Starting at $75.00

West Hartford Connecticut United States
Bonnie Wilder

Bonnie Wilder

West Hartford, Connecticut, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

5.0 (1) USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.

Bonnie, a DPT and USATF L1 coach with marathon experience, prioritizes injury prevention and evidence-based training. Provides in-person, remote and group coaching.

Starting at $49.00

Sacramento California United States
David Abbott

David Abbott

Sacramento, California, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

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

David helps runners 40+ get stronger, stay healthy and improve with strength, injury-prevention, and high-low training. Offers consultations.

Starting at $50.00

Seneca South Carolina United States
Richard Airey

Richard Airey

Seneca , South Carolina, United States

2mi/3km 10km Strength & Conditioning

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

Rich blends 30 years of racing/coaching, Leadville top-20 finishes and a strength-first RunningWOD approach to boost longevity. Consultations available.

Starting at $75.00

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10K Coaching: Speed You Can Hold

The 10K Punishes Bad Pacing

The 10K sits at a demanding intersection: too long to sprint, too short to settle in. 10K-focused coaches on V.O2 use individualized VDOT training paces - developed from the research of two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist Dr. Jack Daniels - to balance threshold work, VO2max intervals, and recovery so you arrive at the start line sharp instead of stale. Plans adjust based on your feedback and progress, and most coaches deliver structured workouts with paces you can sync to your watch.

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FAQ

Threshold pace and VO2max interval pace do most of the work for a 10K - VDOT calculates both from your current fitness, so your intervals build real speed instead of just fatigue.

Dr. Jack Daniels: a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist named "The World's Best Running Coach" by Runner's World. His threshold and VO2max pace research is exactly what 10K training draws on.

V.O2 Certified coaches have passed an 80-question exam authored by Dr. Jack Daniels, scoring 80% or higher. It's optional and sits alongside USATF and RRCA as one of three credentials shown on profiles.

First, look for coaches with experience in your target distance, relevant specialities, and positive reviews. Or, search for coaches by location, product type, and price. Once you’ve narrowed your search, read the coaching bios to ensure the coach is the right fit for you. You can also message coaches directly to ask about their approach and whether they're a good fit for your goals.

Yes! All coaches on this page specialize in 3K and 10K. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

Yes! These coaches specialize in Certified Strength and Conditioning and Triathlons and are experienced in helping runners with these specific needs. Check individual profiles for more details about their coaching philosophy and approach.

Yes! The coaches on this page combine expertise in Certified Strength and Conditioning with 3K training experience. This targeted approach helps you train smarter and reach your race goals.

Online coaches on V.O2 provide personalized training plans, feedback via messaging, phone calls and/or in-app commenting, and progress tracking without requiring in-person meetings. Most adjust your plan based on your weekly feedback and performance.

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