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Private 3K Biomechanist Coaches

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Will Baldwin

Will Baldwin

Denver , Colorado, United States

2mi/3km Biomechanics Competitive

5.0 (75) 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
  • Personal Coaching — Limited Communication (VDOT only) $154.99 /mo
  • Personal Run Coaching- Unlimited Communication (app, emails, text, and 1 call per month) $239.99 /mo
  • Unlimited Communication with WEEKLY Call/Zoom $449.99 /mo
John Reniewicki

John Reniewicki

Baltimore, Arizona, United States

2mi/3km Triathlon Competitive

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.
  • Monthly Premium Plan + Post Run Strength/Mobility $165.00 /mo
Dr. Matt DeBole, DPT

Dr. Matt DeBole, DPT

Albany, New York , United States

2mi/3km Physical Therapy Nutrition

4.9 (51) 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.
  • A. Coaching w/ Limited Communication (in-app only) $97.00 /mo
  • B. Coaching w/ Standard Communication (in-app + 1 call/mo) $197.00 /mo
  • C. Coaching w/ Premium Communication (in-app + text/email + 2 calls/mo) $297.00 /mo
Katie Fedoronko

Katie Fedoronko

Chicago, Illinois, United States

2mi/3km Triathlon Competitive

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.
  • 1:1 Private Coaching $90.00 /mo
PW Performance Coaching

PW Performance Coaching

Southend-on-Sea, Essex, United Kingdom

2mi/3km Biomechanics Competitive

5.0 (4) 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.
  • Private Online Coaching - Athletes outside of the UK $115.00 /mo
Sue McDonald

Sue McDonald

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

2mi/3km Triathlon Competitive

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
  • Standard monthly coaching plan (online only) $165.00 /mo
  • Standard monthly coaching plan (online only) + Customized Strength Training $230.00 /mo
  • Premium Private monthly coaching plan + Customized Strength Training $425.00 /mo
Malindi Elmore

Malindi Elmore

Kelowna, BC, Canada

2mi/3km Triathlon 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.
  • Run SMART Project athlete $150.00 /mo
  • Private Coaching - Standard Level $165.00 /mo
  • Private Coaching - AAA Level $250.00 /mo
Oleksii Kocheshkov

Oleksii Kocheshkov

Ukraine, Kharkiv, Ukraine

2mi/3km Biomechanics 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.
  • Individual training program! $60.00 /mo
Pete Simon

Pete Simon

Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom

2mi/3km Triathlon Nutrition

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.
  • Monthly Run Coaching $100.00 /mo
Becky Croft

Becky Croft

Tulsa, OK, United States

2mi/3km Biomechanics Triathlon

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.
  • Basic - Online Personal Coaching $130.00 /mo
  • Advanced - Online Personal Coaching $150.00 /mo
Conner Benson

Conner Benson

Georgetown, Texas, United States

2mi/3km Biomechanics Competitive

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.
  • Private Coaching - Standard $90.00 /mo
  • Private Coaching - Premium $120.00 /mo
Matt LoPiccolo

Matt LoPiccolo

Apex, North Carolina, United States

2mi/3km Biomechanics Competitive

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
  • Month-to-Month Online Coaching $175.00 /mo
Cary Morgan

Cary Morgan

Vestavia, Alabama, United States

2mi/3km Physical Therapy Competitive

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
  • Silver Plan - unlimited communication $125.00 /mo
JJ Yabu

JJ Yabu

Boulder, Colorado, United States

2mi/3km Physical Therapy Competitive

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.
  • Individualized Run Coaching $145.00 /mo
  • Run + Strength Coaching $195.00 /mo
Rob VanCleve

Rob VanCleve

Columbus, OH, United States

2mi/3km Triathlon Competitive

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.
  • Private Coaching: Work One-On-One With Rob $195.00 /mo

3K Private Coaching From Expert Running Coaches

Distance Expertise, Delivered the Way You Want

This page combines two choices that matter: coaches with real 3K experience, offering it in the format you want - Private Coaching. Each listing shows exactly what's included, how communication works, and the price, so there are no surprises after checkout. The training itself runs on the VDOT methodology: individualized paces calculated from your current fitness, developed from the research of Dr. Jack Daniels, and refined as you progress.

Why the Combination Matters

A coach who focuses on 3K training already knows the workout structure, progression, and recovery the goal demands - you're not paying someone to figure it out as they go. And because reviews can only be left by athletes who purchased from that coach, the feedback you're reading reflects real coaching relationships. Compare coach backgrounds and credentials, then message one directly if you want to talk it through first.

Book Your 3K Private Coaching

Filter further by specialty, language, or price, ask your questions, and get started as soon as this week.

The Research Behind Your 3K Private Coaching

VDOT comes from Dr. Jack Daniels - a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist Runner's World called "the Albert Einstein of the sport" and named "The World's Best Running Coach." His book Daniels' Running Formula is the same material coaches study for the V.O2 Certification exam. Your 3K Private Coaching is built from that research, not a generic pace chart pulled off the shelf.

FAQ

Each listing spells out scope, communication, and pricing before you buy - what the coach delivers, how often you interact, and what it costs. Offers are built around 3K training specifically, with individualized VDOT paces set from your current fitness.

That depends on your base and your goal - which is exactly the kind of question to message a coach about before you buy. Most coaches will look at your background and recommend a realistic timeline, built around your goal rather than a fixed template.

A coach who lists 3K training among their specialties already knows the progression, workout mix, and recovery the goal demands. Profiles show each coach's specialties and reviews from athletes they've coached, so you can verify that experience before committing.

Dr. Jack Daniels: a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist named "The World's Best Running Coach" by Runner's World. His research sets the individualized paces behind every 3K Private Coaching listing, not a generic age-based chart.

Reviews can only be written by athletes who actually purchased that 3K Private Coaching from the coach, so every rating reflects a real coaching relationship rather than anonymous feedback.

USATF (USA Track & Field) and RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) both run tiered coaching-education programs covering training science and coaching practice - separate from V.O2 Certified, which is V.O2's own credential built on Dr. Jack Daniels' methodology. Coaches can hold any combination of the three, and all are optional.

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. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.