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Megan Cooke

Megan Cooke

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

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

John Reniewicki

John Reniewicki

Baltimore, Arizona, United States

10km 5km 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

Will Small

Will Small

St. John's, NL, Canada

10km 5km Triathlon

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

Katie Fedoronko

Katie Fedoronko

Chicago, Illinois, United States

10km 5km 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

Sue McDonald

Sue McDonald

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

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

Malindi Elmore

Malindi Elmore

Kelowna, BC, Canada

10km 5km 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

Pete Simon

Pete Simon

Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom

10km 5km 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.

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

Becky Croft

Becky Croft

Tulsa, OK, United States

10km 5km 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.

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

Jack Harrison

Jack Harrison

Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

10km 5km Triathlon

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

Matt Hotaling

Matt Hotaling

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

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

Matt guides runners to balanced, consistent progress—VDOT O2 & USATF L1 coach with 15+ years’ experience. Ashley is a 5x Boston qualifier. Offers plans, private coaching, consultations.

Starting at $60.00

Alissa Kolarik

Alissa Kolarik

Wadsworth, Ohio, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

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

Alissa helps beginners to BQ hopefuls with remote/group coaching, personalized plans and consultations. VDOT O2 & RRCA coach with a 2:56:24 marathon PR.

Starting at $50.00

Stuart Lamp

Stuart Lamp

Decatur, Alabama, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

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.

Stuart builds tailored plans and offers consults for runners and triathletes of all levels, from beginners to national champions. Explore his coaching.

Starting at $49.99

Brian Taggart

Brian Taggart

Co Tyrone, N.Ireland, Ireland

10km 5km Triathlon

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.

Brian is a VDOT O2 Certified coach who cut his marathon to 2:41, paces sub‑3 and coaches runners from beginners to masters. Offers training plans and consultations.

Starting at $33.00

Seb Coach

Seb Coach

Annecy, Haute Savoie, France

10km Triathlon 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.

Seb creates personalized plans for 10K–marathon runners and triathletes, offering adjustable sessions, gait analysis, gear advice and unlimited email support.

Starting at $40.00

Rachel Longstaff

Rachel Longstaff

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

10km 5km Triathlon

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.

Rachel helps runners and triathletes chase PBs, recover from injury and train with VDOT-based, data-driven, human-centred plans. Consultations & private coaching.

Starting at $40.00

Gaby  Go

Gaby Go

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

Gaby Go, former D1 athlete and sport physical therapist, offers 1:1 coaching, strength programs and VDOT plans to build strength and prevent injuries.

Starting at $45.00

Katie Brady

Katie Brady

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

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.

Katie offers remote USATF Level 1 private coaching that fits training into busy lives—beginners to competitive runners and triathletes targeting 5K to marathon.

Starting at $80.00

Arj Thiruchelvam

Arj Thiruchelvam

Solihull, Birmingham, United Kingdom

10km 5km Triathlon

Arj uses sports‑science tools (VDOT, blood‑lactate, Freelap GPS, force analysis) to end plateaus, integrate strength and MNU‑informed nutrition for PBs. Explore his plans.

Starting at $45.00

Rob VanCleve

Rob VanCleve

Columbus, OH, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

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.

Rob VanCleve pairs collegiate coaching and USATF L1 expertise with five Master Track national titles to craft personalized plans for runners and triathletes.

Starting at $35.00

Alli Felsenthal

Alli Felsenthal

Brooklyn, New York, United States

10km 5km Triathlon

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.

Alli Felsenthal offers remote consults and personalized training for beginners to competitors, focusing on form, injury-free marathons, Boston goals. Learn more.

Starting at $150.00

5K Coaching for Runners Chasing Speed, Not Just Miles

Short Distance, High Demands

The 5K is unforgiving: three-plus miles of sustained near-max effort where fitness, pacing, and race execution all have to line up. 5K coaches on V.O2 use the VDOT methodology - the individualized training-pace system from two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist Dr. Jack Daniels - to calibrate your VO2max and threshold workouts precisely, so your interval sessions build real speed instead of just fatigue. From high schoolers chasing a varsity time standard to masters runners rebuilding speed after years of distance work, marketplace coaches cover every stage of a competitive 5K career.

Built for Track Season and Road Races Alike

Whether you're racing on the track, at a local road 5K, or building 5K speed as a foundation for longer distances, a coach tailors your interval structure and recovery to your specific race calendar.

Get Faster With a 5K Specialist

Compare coaches by specialty and pricing, read reviews from athletes they've coached, then message one directly to start a plan built around your goal time.

FAQ

VO2max interval pace and threshold pace drive most of a 5K build - both calculated from your current fitness, so your hardest sessions 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 VO2max and threshold pace research is exactly what 5K 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 10K and 5K. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

Yes! These coaches specialize in 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 Triathlons with 10K 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.