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Will Baldwin

Will Baldwin

Denver , Colorado, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

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
  • 16 weeks- Base speed phase before Marathon block $240.00 16 Week plan
  • AI-Adaptive Training Plans for Every Race, Built by a Running Coach $29.99 /mo
Leah Rosenfeld

Leah Rosenfeld

Los Angeles, California, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

5.0 (21) 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 Half Marathon Experience $156.00 16 Week plan
  • The Training Experience - All Access $39.00 /mo
Megan Cooke

Megan Cooke

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States

15km Half Marathon Beginner

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 5k/10k or Base Building Training Plan by Running Coach Megan $499.00 12 Week plan
  • NGU Half or Full Marathon Training Plan by Running Coach Megan $599.00 18 Week plan
Danny Mercado

Danny Mercado

West Covina, California, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

5.0 (10)
  • 18 Week Plan $200.00 18 Week plan
  • 24 Week Training Plan $239.00 24 Week plan
Nicholas Hilton

Nicholas Hilton

Flagstaff, AZ, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

5.0 (25) 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
  • Hilton Performance Half Marathon Plan $200.00 16 Week plan
John Carstens

John Carstens

Kansas City, MO, United States

15km Half Marathon Beginner

5.0 (19) 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.
  • Coach Carstens Introductory Plan $50.00 8 Week plan
  • Half Marathon Plan $150.00 16 Week plan
Michelle Baxter

Michelle Baxter

_, Minnesota, United States

15km Half Marathon Beginner

5.0 (28) 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
  • Half Marathon Training Plan - Level 2 $59.00 12 Week plan
  • Half Marathon Training Plan - Level 1 $59.00 12 Week plan
Jennifer Andrews

Jennifer Andrews

Interior, BC, Canada

15km Half Marathon Beginner

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.
  • Half-Marathon Beginner Plan $45.00 12 Week plan
  • Training Plan, custom: 12 weeks $55.00 12 Week plan
  • Half-Marathon Plan, Level 1 $56.25 15 Week plan
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John Reniewicki

John Reniewicki

Baltimore, Arizona, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

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

15km 800m Half Marathon

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
  • SC "Run Your Best" Half Marathon Training Plan $224.95 12 Week plan
Dr. Matt DeBole, DPT

Dr. Matt DeBole, DPT

Albany, New York , United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

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.
  • F. Half Marathon Training Plan $147.00 16 Week plan
  • ***Unlimited Access*** to Dr. Matt's Entire Training Library $47.00 /mo
Will Small

Will Small

St. John's, NL, Canada

15km Half Marathon Beginner

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.
  • 8 weeks to 60 Minutes Run/Walk - 8 week $50.00 8 Week plan
  • Tely 10 Mile Road Race 2026 - Run to Finish $75.00 12 Week plan
  • Tely 10 Mile Road Race 2026 - Intermediate and Advanced $75.00 12 Week plan
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Katie Fedoronko

Katie Fedoronko

Chicago, Illinois, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

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.
  • Custom Marathon or Half Marathon Training Plan (16 weeks) $100.00 16 Week plan
  • Costom Marathon or Half Marathon Training Plan (18 weeks) $115.00 18 Week plan
Matt McClintock - McKirdy Trained

Matt McClintock - McKirdy Trained

Flagstaff, Arizona, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

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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Colin Cronin

Colin Cronin

Savannah, Virginia, United States

15km Half Marathon Beginner

4.9 (11)
  • D. Half Marathon Training Plan (Strength + Nutrition) $107.00 15 Week plan
Amanda Hoang

Amanda Hoang

Houston, Texas, United States

Half Marathon Beginner 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. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1
  • Custom Training Plan $75.00 20 Week plan
Adam Burum

Adam Burum

Houston, Texas, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

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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Sue McDonald

Sue McDonald

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

15km 800m Half Marathon

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
  • “I want to be a Runner” Beginner training plan $90.00 12 Week plan
  • Half Marathon Training Plan $120.00 20 Week plan
Bawcom Running

Bawcom Running

Flagstaff, Arizona, United States

15km Half Marathon Beginner

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
  • 13 weeks to 13.1 miles $100.00 13 Week plan
Gayle Lindsay

Gayle Lindsay

Perth, Scotland, United Kingdom

Half Marathon Beginner Competitive

5.0 (2) 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.
  • Triangle Challenge Training Plan - Intermediate/ Advanced - 10 weeks (time based) $40.00 10 Week plan
  • Personalised Half Marathon Training Plan for Intermediate Runners $60.00 12 Week plan
  • Personalised Half Marathon Training for Advanced Runners $60.00 12 Week plan
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Half Marathon Training Plans Built on Real Fitness Data

Threshold Pace Is the Whole Game

A half marathon plan built on the VDOT methodology targets the specific threshold and tempo work the distance demands, with paces calibrated from your current fitness rather than a generic chart - the individualized approach developed from the research of Dr. Jack Daniels, a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist. That precision is what separates a breakthrough race from a fade at mile 10. Your coach builds the full progression - base mileage, tempo blocks, race-pace work, and taper - and adjusts paces as your fitness improves.

For Every Goal, From Finishing to a PR

Whether this is your first half marathon or you're chasing a specific time, coaches publish their specialties and pricing so you can find the right plan for your goal.

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FAQ

A full progression - base mileage, tempo blocks, race-pace work, and taper - with individualized VDOT paces for every workout, shown on the listing before you buy.

Dr. Jack Daniels: a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist named "The World's Best Running Coach" by Runner's World. Every half marathon training plan on the marketplace is built from his threshold and tempo pace research.

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 15K, 800m, and Half Marathon. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

Yes! These coaches specialize in Beginner Runners and are experienced in helping runners with these specific needs. Check individual profiles for more details about their coaching philosophy and approach.

All coaches on this page offer Training Plans. Check each coach's profile to see pricing, duration, and what's included in their coaching packages.

Yes! The coaches on this page offer Training Plans tailored specifically to 15K training, so you get a plan built around your race distance rather than a generic template.