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Leah Rosenfeld

Leah Rosenfeld

Los Angeles, California, United States

5km Half Marathon Competitive

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 5k Experience $96.00 12 Week plan
  • 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

5km Half Marathon 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.
  • Gobble Up a PR- NGU Turkey Trot Fast Track with Running Coach Megan $299.00 6 Week plan
  • 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
Kristyn R Smith

Kristyn R Smith

New York, New York, United States

5km Half Marathon Competitive

5.0 (30) 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
  • 12 week Level 3 Half Marathon Plan $45.00 12 Week plan
  • 12 week Level 2 Half Marathon Plan $45.00 12 Week plan
  • 12 week Level 2 Half Marathon Plan with Strength Program $55.00 12 Week plan
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Michelle Baxter

Michelle Baxter

_, Minnesota, United States

5km Half Marathon Competitive

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
  • 5K Training Plan $36.00 8 Week plan
  • 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

5km Half Marathon 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.
  • Half-Marathon Beginner Plan $45.00 12 Week plan
  • 5k Training plan $49.00 12 Week plan
  • Training Plan, custom: 12 weeks $55.00 12 Week plan
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Katie Fedoronko

Katie Fedoronko

Chicago, Illinois, United States

5km Half Marathon Competitive

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 5k/10k Training Plan $60.00 12 Week plan
  • 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
Amanda Hoang

Amanda Hoang

Houston, Texas, United States

5km Half Marathon 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
Sue McDonald

Sue McDonald

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

5km Half Marathon Competitive

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
  • 5k Training plan $95.00 12 Week plan
  • Half Marathon Training Plan $120.00 20 Week plan
Bawcom Running

Bawcom Running

Flagstaff, Arizona, United States

5km Half Marathon Competitive

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

5km Half Marathon 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 5km Training Plan for Beginner Runners $60.00 12 Week plan
  • Personalised Half Marathon Training Plan for Intermediate Runners $60.00 12 Week plan
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Becky Anthony

Becky Anthony

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

5km Half Marathon 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.
  • Personalized Training Plan - Marathon or Half Marathon $80.00 16 Week plan
Pamela Hunt

Pamela Hunt

New York, New York, United States

5km Half Marathon 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.
  • Curated Strength & Mobility Routine $30.00 4 Week plan
  • One-on-One In Person Running Session $120.00
  • Foundational Run Plan - Monthly training schedule to reach specific goals $180.00 4 Week plan
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Sarah Kozul

Sarah Kozul

Lakeland , Florida, United States

5km Half Marathon Beginner

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. RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1
  • 🌶️ 12 week 5k Plan $60.00 12 Week plan
  • 🌶️🌶️ 16 Week Intermediate Half Marathon Plan $75.00 16 Week plan
  • 🌶️ 18 Week Foundations Half Marathon Plan $75.00 18 Week plan
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Bonnie Wilder

Bonnie Wilder

West Hartford, Connecticut, United States

5km Half Marathon Competitive

5.0 (1) 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.
  • 5K - Intermediate/Advanced $49.00 8 Week plan
  • 5K - Beginner $49.00 8 Week plan
  • Half Marathon - Intermediate/Advanced $79.00 12 Week plan
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Melanie Boyd

Melanie Boyd

Panama, Panama, Panama

5km Half Marathon 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
  • Race endurance Buildup - Stage 3 $125.00 4 Week plan
Shaina Cales

Shaina Cales

Boise, Idaho, United States

5km Half Marathon Boston Marathon

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
  • Marine Corps 3 Mile 12-Week Plan $25.00 12 Week plan
Nelle Fox

Nelle Fox

Bridgewater, Virginia, United States

5km Half Marathon 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. 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
  • 4th of July 5K Training Program $34.99 4 Week plan
  • Novice 5K Plan $45.00 8 Week plan
  • Intermediate 5K Training Plan $45.00 8 Week plan
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Emily Kopacz

Emily Kopacz

Mansfield, Massachusetts, United States

5km Half Marathon 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.
  • Custom Training Plan $75.00 16 Week plan
Christina Mather

Christina Mather

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

5km Half Marathon 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.
  • Customized 5K Training Plan $40.00 12 Week plan
  • Customized Half Marathon Training Plan $50.00 16 Week plan
Karli Saur

Karli Saur

Bernardsville, New Jersey, United States

5km Half Marathon 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. RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +2
  • Half Marathon Custom Training Plan - 12 week $249.00 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.

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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 5K and Half Marathon. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

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 5K training, so you get a plan built around your race distance rather than a generic template.

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.

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