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Private 800m Injury Prevention Coaches

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Megan Cooke

Megan Cooke

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States

Half Marathon 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.
  • NGU Private Monthly Coaching with Running Coach Megan $350.00 /mo
Jennifer Andrews

Jennifer Andrews

Interior, BC, Canada

Half Marathon Physical Therapy Competitive

5.0 (15) 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 Coaching $125.00 /mo
John Reniewicki

John Reniewicki

Baltimore, Arizona, United States

800m Half Marathon 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.
  • Monthly Premium Plan + Post Run Strength/Mobility $165.00 /mo
Dr. Matt DeBole, DPT

Dr. Matt DeBole, DPT

Albany, New York , United States

800m Half Marathon Physical Therapy

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
Will Small

Will Small

St. John's, NL, Canada

Half Marathon 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.
  • Personal Coaching Subscription $80.00 /mo
Katie Fedoronko

Katie Fedoronko

Chicago, Illinois, United States

800m Half Marathon 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.
  • 1:1 Private Coaching $90.00 /mo
Sue McDonald

Sue McDonald

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

800m Half Marathon 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
  • 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
Jordan Colby

Jordan Colby

Chico, CA, USA

Half Marathon Physical Therapy 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.
  • Advisor Program $99.99 /mo
  • Project Endurance, comprehensive personalized coaching $150.00 /mo
Malindi Elmore

Malindi Elmore

Kelowna, BC, Canada

800m Half Marathon 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.
  • Run SMART Project athlete $150.00 /mo
  • Private Coaching - Standard Level $165.00 /mo
  • Private Coaching - AAA Level $250.00 /mo
Pete Simon

Pete Simon

Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom

800m Half Marathon 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.
  • Monthly Run Coaching $100.00 /mo
Becky Croft

Becky Croft

Tulsa, OK, United States

800m Half Marathon 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
Jack Harrison

Jack Harrison

Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

Half Marathon Triathlon Beginner

5.0 (1)
  • On Track Running - Personalised Training Plan $75.00 /mo
Matt Hotaling

Matt Hotaling

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Half Marathon Triathlon High School

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
  • Coaching Support $90.00 /mo
Alissa Kolarik

Alissa Kolarik

Wadsworth, Ohio, United States

Half Marathon 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. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1
  • One-on-One Coaching $200.00 /mo
Cary Morgan

Cary Morgan

Vestavia, Alabama, United States

800m Half Marathon Physical Therapy

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
Rachel Longstaff

Rachel Longstaff

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Half Marathon 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.
  • The Foundations Plan (Beginners / Base Builders) $150.00 /mo
  • The Performance Plan $175.00 /mo
  • The Premium Plan $200.00 /mo
JJ Yabu

JJ Yabu

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Half Marathon 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
Katie Brady

Katie Brady

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Half Marathon Triathlon Beginner

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.
  • 1:1 Private Coaching $80.00 /mo
Joseph Gendy

Joseph Gendy

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Half Marathon Physical Therapy Competitive

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.
  • The First Mile $120.00 /mo
  • Last Mile, Fast Finish $140.00 /mo
Rob VanCleve

Rob VanCleve

Columbus, OH, United States

800m Half Marathon 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.
  • Private Coaching: Work One-On-One With Rob $195.00 /mo

Half Marathon Private Coaching From Expert Running Coaches

Distance Expertise, Delivered the Way You Want

This page combines two choices that matter: coaches with real Half Marathon 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 Half Marathon 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 Half Marathon Private Coaching

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

The Research Behind Your Half Marathon 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 Half Marathon 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 Half Marathon 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 Half Marathon 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 Half Marathon Private Coaching listing, not a generic age-based chart.

Reviews can only be written by athletes who actually purchased that Half Marathon 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 800m and Half Marathon. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.