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Megan Cooke

Megan Cooke

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
Amy Sitar

Amy Sitar

NY, NY, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

5.0 (37) 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 Monthly Calendar w/ Private Coaching $180.00 /mo
  • Custom Monthly Training Calendar w/ Private Coaching (Premium) $249.99 /mo
Kristyn R Smith

Kristyn R Smith

New York, New York, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
  • Individualized Custom Run Coaching $155.00 /mo
  • Individualized Run+Strength Coaching $180.00 /mo
Michelle Baxter

Michelle Baxter

_, Minnesota, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
  • 1-on-1 Coaching (*FULL*) $195.00 /mo
Jennifer Andrews

Jennifer Andrews

Interior, BC, Canada

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
Tiffany England

Tiffany England

Brighton & Hove, East Sussex, United Kingdom

Marathon Competitive Masters

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. 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
  • Month to Month Remote - Coaching Subscription $190.00 /mo
Caroline Högardh

Caroline Högardh

Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden

Marathon Competitive Masters

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.
  • SILVER - 12 months $169.00 /mo
  • GOLD - 12 Month Subscription $199.00 /mo
  • GOLD - Monthly $219.00 /mo
Caitlin Rushlander

Caitlin Rushlander

Mars, Pennsylvania, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

5.0 (8) 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.
  • Private Run Coach + Personalized Strength Training Plan $120.00 /mo
Ann Alyanak

Ann Alyanak

Bellbrook, OH, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. +1
  • Private Coaching $139.00 /mo
Katie Fedoronko

Katie Fedoronko

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
Coach Asia

Coach Asia

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
  • Monthly Virtual: Signature Coaching $200.00 /mo
  • Monthly In-person: Signature Coaching $250.00 /mo
  • Monthly In-person: Signature Coaching. $300.00 /mo
Amanda Hoang

Amanda Hoang

Houston, Texas, United States

Marathon Competitive Recreational

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
  • 1-on-1 Private Coaching $150.00 /mo
Sue McDonald

Sue McDonald

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
Bawcom Running

Bawcom Running

Flagstaff, Arizona, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
  • Olympic Marathon Trials Standard Chase - Qualified Athletes Only $60.00 /mo
  • Famdeal $100.00 /mo
  • Private Coaching - Jay $100.00 /mo
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Andie Cozzarelli

Andie Cozzarelli

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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.
  • Private Individualized Coaching $142.00 /mo
Gayle Lindsay

Gayle Lindsay

Perth, Scotland, United Kingdom

Marathon Competitive Masters

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.
  • Monthly personalised coaching with running form analysis $80.00 /mo
Sara Plumstead

Sara Plumstead

Detroit, Michigan, USA

Marathon Competitive Masters

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. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1
  • Individual Coaching - Basic $100.00 /mo
  • Individual Coaching - Premium $150.00 /mo
Amber Schriner

Amber Schriner

Lyons, CO, USA

Marathon Competitive Masters

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.
  • month to month coaching $149.00 /mo
Malindi Elmore

Malindi Elmore

Kelowna, BC, Canada

Marathon Competitive Masters

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
Ariane Hendrix Roach

Ariane Hendrix Roach

Portland, OR, United States

Marathon Competitive Masters

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.
  • 1 on 1 Coaching $80.00 /mo
  • Private 1-on-1 Coaching $100.00 /mo

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Private Marathon Coaching, One-on-One Support to Race Day

Ongoing Guidance for the Distance That Punishes Mistakes

The marathon leaves little room for pacing or fueling errors, which is exactly why private coaching matters most here. Your coach reviews your long runs, adjusts your VDOT training paces - the individualized system from two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist Dr. Jack Daniels - as fitness changes, and works through race-week logistics, fueling, and pacing strategy with you directly. It's built for runners who want more than a plan on paper: a coaching relationship that adapts as training, weather, and life get in the way.

From First Marathon to Elite Qualifying Standards

Marketplace coaches specialize across the full spectrum of marathon goals, from finish-line first-timers to athletes chasing Boston or Olympic Trials qualifying standards.

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Compare coaching philosophies and reviews from athletes each coach has trained, then message one to talk through your race before you commit.

FAQ

A training plan is a structured program you follow independently; private coaching adds an ongoing relationship where the coach reviews your long runs and adjusts your VDOT paces as your build unfolds, rather than handing you a fixed schedule up front.

Dr. Jack Daniels: a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist named "The World's Best Running Coach" by Runner's World. Private marathon coaches refine his individualized pacing research around you as your build unfolds.

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

Yes! These coaches specialize in Competitive Runners and Masters 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 Private. Check each coach's profile to see pricing, duration, and what's included in their coaching packages.

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

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