Gaby Go
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Marathon Competitive High School
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
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Lindsey Altermatt
St. Francis, Minnesota, United States
Marathon Cross Training Mental Skills
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.
Lindsey builds practical, individualized plans from 26+ years and Twin Cities race experience. Offers consultations, custom plans, The Navigator, and 1:1 coaching.
Starting at $129.00
Maddie Barrett
Minneapolis , Minnesota, United States
Marathon Competitive Boston Marathon
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.
Maddie, RRCA-certified coach with 10 marathons (PR 3:07) and four Bostons, offers remote coaching, consultations and plans for 5K–marathon runners seeking confidence and joy.
Starting at $40.00
Katie Brady
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Marathon Beginner Recreational
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
Heather Caplan RDN
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Marathon Nutrition Beginner
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.
Heather Caplan RDN, RRCA L1 helps busy runners avoid bonking and build strength. RED-S and eating-disorder recovery specialist. Remote/group coaching.
Starting at $179.00
Dean Carroll
Dublin, Ireland, Ireland
Marathon Beginner Recreational
Dean offers remote private coaching for 5K-marathon runners, pairing structured plans, mental skills and injury-conscious progression. Explore his profile.
Starting at $79.95
Laura Filla
St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Marathon Competitive Boston Marathon
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.
RRCA Level 2
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
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Laura, RRCA Level 1 & 2 coach and 2:58 marathoner, offers in-person/remote coaching for 5K–marathoners, helping busy athletes break plateaus and balance life.
Starting at $80.00
Joseph Gendy
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Marathon Competitive Boston Marathon
RRCA Level 2
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
RRCA Level 2
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
Joseph builds VDOT plans for beginners through masters and Boston hopefuls. RRCA L2 coach who led three athletes to marathon PRs; offers remote training and private coaching.
Starting at $80.00
Mark Good
Jackson, Michigan, United States
Marathon Competitive High School
Mark uses a Norwegian-inspired, science-informed approach and blood lactate testing to fine-tune training. He’s rewritten Parma Western records and offers plans and coaching.
Starting at $25.00
Char Griess
Erie, Colorado, United States
Marathon Competitive Nutrition
Char coaches all levels from 800m to marathon with personalized, evidence-based training and nutrition. Offers in-person, remote and group training plans.
Starting at $50.00
Kasey Halbleib
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Marathon Beginner Recreational
Kasey offers remote private coaching for 5K–marathon and Boston hopefuls. UESCA-certified, she creates adaptable, personalized plans to build steady progress.
Starting at $100.00
John Hoffman
Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States
Marathon Competitive High School
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.
John, D1 runner and USATF L1 coach, coaching since 2006 to help runners reach PRs and Boston qualifying. Offers private, in-person, remote and group coaching.
Starting at $80.00
Melissa Labrie
Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Marathon Recreational Mental Skills
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.
Melissa, former Ironman with 15+ years' endurance experience and RRCA + GGS credentials, offers structured, sustainable coaching and plans for beginners to competitive runners. 20% off (RUNJULY)
Starting at $45.00
Jonathan Lyau
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Marathon Competitive High School
Jonathan Lyau coaches beginners to national-class runners from 800m to marathon. Honolulu Marathon Hall of Famer with 40+ marathons, offering private and group coaching.
Starting at $80.00
DAVID MARTINEZ
MEXICO, MEXICO, Mexico
Marathon Competitive Boston Marathon
David creates remote, data-driven training plans for beginners to competitive and masters runners, including Boston Marathon hopefuls, across K5–Ultra. Explore his training plans.
Starting at $45.00
Elizabeth Miller
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Marathon Competitive Boston Marathon
RRCA Level 2
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
RRCA Level 2
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
Elizabeth is an RRCA Level II coach and 2023 Boston finisher who blends faith with tailored remote, group and private training for beginners to BQ hopefuls.
Starting at $75.00
Nathan Pennington
Grand Haven, Michigan, United States
Marathon Competitive High School
Nathan Pennington, sub-2:20 marathoner and retired Army Major, coaches beginners to competitors with remote plans, consultations and private coaching.
Starting at $67.00
Angela Reckart
Cape May Court House, New Jersey, United States
Marathon Competitive Boston Marathon
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.
Angela Reckart, ex-NCAA D1 coach and USATF L1, 2:45 Boston marathoner, coaches 800m–marathon runners (competitive to masters). Offers training plans, consultations & private coaching.
Starting at $25.00
Derek Riedel
San Antonio, TX, United States
Marathon Competitive High School
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.
USATF Level 2
USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.
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Derek, USATF L1/L2 coach with 20+ years at UIW, tailors strength-based plans for 800m–marathon; offers remote, in-person, plans & private coaching.
Starting at $80.00
David Schwinger - ETA
Rochester, New York, United States
Marathon Competitive High School
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.
David uses an autonomy-supportive, behavior-science approach to help runners (800m–ultra) unlock physical and mental potential. Offers consultations & private coaching.
Starting at $50.00
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Marathon Running Coaches in Canada
Marathon Training That Respects Canadian Seasons
Training through a Canadian winter for a spring goal takes planning, and coaches based in Canada build that reality into Marathon training from day one. Plans run on the VDOT methodology - individualized training paces developed by two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist Dr. Jack Daniels - and adapt as conditions and fitness change. Profiles show specialties, pricing, languages, and reviews from athletes each coach has actually worked with.
From Local Races to Major Goals
Whether you're targeting a hometown event or a destination race, a Canadian coach can align your Marathon build with the season you'll train in. Message a coach directly before you commit - most encourage it.
Get Matched With a Canadian Coach
Narrow by product type, specialty, or price, then start Marathon training built for your goal and your calendar.
FAQ
Yes - that's exactly what Canadian coaches plan for. Coaches based in Canada build season-aware Marathon training - many athletes train indoors through winter for spring goals - and adjust workouts as conditions change.
Pricing is set by each coach and shown on their profile and listings before you buy, from one-off consultations to ongoing private coaching. Filter by price to stay within budget.
Dr. Jack Daniels, the exercise scientist and two-time Olympic medalist Runner's World named "The World's Best Running Coach." His research sets the individualized paces every Marathon plan on V.O2 is built from, including Canadian coaches' plans.
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 Marathon. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.
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.
Most coaches on the V.O2 Marketplace encourage you to message them with questions before purchasing. This helps you evaluate fit and ensures they're the right choice for your goals and timeline. Otherwise, please email us at info@vdoto2.com and we’ll help you match with the right coach.
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