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Will Baldwin

Will Baldwin

Denver , Colorado, United States

Ultra 2mi/3km Cross Training

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
  • Ultramarathon Plan 10-20 weeks $220.00 20 Week plan
  • AI-Adaptive Training Plans for Every Race, Built by a Running Coach $29.99 /mo
Megan Cooke

Megan Cooke

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States

Ultra Cross Training Masters

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.
  • Gobble Up a PR- NGU Turkey Trot Fast Track with Running Coach Megan $299.00 6 Week plan
John Reniewicki

John Reniewicki

Baltimore, Arizona, United States

Ultra 2mi/3km Cross Training

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.
  • Base Building $125.00 6 Week plan
  • 5k-10k Training Program (12 weeks) $195.00 12 Week plan
  • Half Marathon Training Program (12-16 weeks) $295.00 16 Week plan
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Steve Crnic

Steve Crnic

Denver, CO, USA

2mi/3km Cross Training Masters

5.0 (11) 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.
  • SC Base Building/Off Season Plan $224.95 12 Week plan
Will Small

Will Small

St. John's, NL, Canada

Ultra Masters 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.
  • Beginner Walk to Run 30 minutes $50.00 8 Week plan
  • Build Back Post Injury or Time Off $75.00 12 Week plan
Matt McClintock - McKirdy Trained

Matt McClintock - McKirdy Trained

Flagstaff, Arizona, United States

Ultra 2mi/3km Cross Training

5.0 (6) 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
  • Custom Training Plan (up to 12 weeks) $120.00 12 Week plan
  • Custom Training Plan (up to 16 weeks) $135.00 16 Week plan
  • Custom Training Plan (up to 20 weeks) $150.00 20 Week plan
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Adam Burum

Adam Burum

Houston, Texas, United States

2mi/3km Masters High School

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.
  • Introduction/Base Training Program $25.00 5 Week plan
  • Track Training Program $50.00 10 Week plan
  • Cross Country Training Program $75.00 15 Week plan
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Pamela Hunt

Pamela Hunt

New York, New York, United States

Cross Training Masters 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.
  • One-on-One In Person Running Session $120.00
Natural Athlete Training System

Natural Athlete Training System

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Ultra 2mi/3km Cross Training

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. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 2 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. +2
  • Military Fitness Assessment Training Plan $59.00 12 Week plan
Shaina Cales

Shaina Cales

Boise, Idaho, United States

2mi/3km Cross Training Masters

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
  • Army 2 Mile 12-Week Plan $25.00 12 Week plan
  • Air Force/Navy/Coast Guard 1.5 mile 12-Week Plan $25.00 12 Week plan
Daniel Farrugia

Daniel Farrugia

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Ultra 2mi/3km Masters

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.
  • Pre-100km Training Plan $50.00 8 Week plan
  • 100km Training Plan $100.00 16 Week plan
Nelle Fox

Nelle Fox

Bridgewater, Virginia, United States

Ultra 2mi/3km Cross Training

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. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +2
  • Terrapin Mountain 50K Training Plan $115.00 12 Week plan
  • Terrapin Mountain Half Marathon Training Plan $115.00 12 Week plan
  • Holiday Lake Trail 50K - Designed for Runner with Half-Marathon Experience $115.00 12 Week plan
Brendan McGoldrick

Brendan McGoldrick

Matawan, NJ, United States

2mi/3km Cross Training Masters

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
  • Track and Field Training $100.00 6 Week plan
Kyle McKinley

Kyle McKinley

Edmond, Oklahoma, United States

Ultra 2mi/3km Masters

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
  • Custom Training Plan (6 week minimum) $80.00 6 Week plan
Andy Mellor

Andy Mellor

England, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Ultra 2mi/3km Cross Training

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.
  • 12 week training plan including video chat (pre and post plan) strength advice and weekly communication $450.00 12 Week plan
Brian Taggart

Brian Taggart

Co Tyrone, N.Ireland, Ireland

Cross Training Masters 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.
  • Monthly Training Plan $33.00 4 Week plan
Evan Titus

Evan Titus

Norwalk, Connecticut, United States

Ultra Cross Training Nutrition

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.
  • 6 Week VO2 Max Booster $62.99 6 Week plan
  • Finish Your 50 Mile Ultramarathon - 16 Week Plan $225.00 16 Week plan
Lindsey Altermatt

Lindsey Altermatt

St. Francis, Minnesota, United States

Ultra Cross Training Masters

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.
  • Custom Training Plan (Up to 20 Weeks) $129.00 20 Week plan
  • The Navigator | 10M (Training Program for the Medtronic TC 10 Mile) $196.00 12 Week plan
Riley Coulter

Riley Coulter

Platteville, Wi, United States

2mi/3km Cross Training 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.
  • Return to run - after injury $15.00 3 Week plan
Nathan Pennington

Nathan Pennington

Grand Haven, Michigan, United States

Ultra 2mi/3km Cross Training

  • 15 Minute - 16 Week 2 Mile Training Plan $92.00 16 Week plan
  • 16 Minute - 16 Week 2 Mile Training Plan $92.00 16 Week plan
  • 3:20 - 16 Week 50K Training Plan $92.00 16 Week plan
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This page combines two choices that matter: coaches with real 3K experience, offering it in the format you want - Training Plan. 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.

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The Research Behind Your 3K Training Plan

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 Training Plan 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 Training Plan listing, not a generic age-based chart.

Reviews can only be written by athletes who actually purchased that 3K Training Plan 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 Ultra Marathon and 3K. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

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