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Kristyn R Smith

Kristyn R Smith

New York, New York, United States

15km 5km Marathon

5.0 (30) 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • 16 week Level 4 Marathon Plan $65.00 16 Week plan
  • 16 week Level 2 Marathon Plan $65.00 16 Week plan
  • 16 week Level 3 Marathon Plan $65.00 16 Week plan
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Michelle Baxter

Michelle Baxter

_, Minnesota, United States

15km 5km Marathon

5.0 (28) 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • 5K Training Plan $36.00 8 Week plan
  • Marathon Training Plan - Level 1 $72.00 16 Week plan
  • Marathon Training Plan - Level 2 $72.00 16 Week plan
Amanda Hoang

Amanda Hoang

Houston, Texas, United States

5km Marathon Competitive

5.0 (4) 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • Custom Training Plan $75.00 20 Week plan
Ben Lauder Dykes

Ben Lauder Dykes

New York, New York, United Kingdom

Marathon Competitive Nutrition

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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • NYC Marathon - 16 week Training program $400.00 16 Week plan
  • Berlin Marathon - 15 week Training program $400.00 15 Week plan
  • Chicago Marathon - 16 week Training program $400.00 16 Week plan
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Joe Shayne

Joe Shayne

New York, New York, United States

5km Marathon Competitive

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. 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. +2
  • The Marathon Experience $125.00 24 Week plan
  • Premium Coaching 16 Week Package $1,175.50 18 Week plan
  • TeamWRK--All Access Training $25.00 /mo
Sarah Kozul

Sarah Kozul

Lakeland , Florida, United States

15km 5km Marathon

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
  • 🌶️ 25 Week Foundations Marathon Plan $150.00 25 Week plan
  • 🌶️🌶️ 20 Week Intermediate Marathon Plan $150.00 20 Week plan
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Juan Carlos Arcos Lira

Juan Carlos Arcos Lira

Acolman, CDMX, Mexico

5km Marathon 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • Programa de entrenamiento para 5km $80.00 12 Week plan
  • Programa de entrenamiento para Maratón $150.00 20 Week plan
Melanie Boyd

Melanie Boyd

Panama, Panama, Panama

5km Marathon Competitive

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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • Race endurance Buildup - Stage 3 $125.00 4 Week plan
Shaina Cales

Shaina Cales

Boise, Idaho, United States

5km Marathon 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • Marine Corps 3 Mile 12-Week Plan $25.00 12 Week plan
Nelle Fox

Nelle Fox

Bridgewater, Virginia, United States

15km 5km 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. 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. +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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Alissa Kolarik

Alissa Kolarik

Wadsworth, Ohio, United States

15km 5km 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • 4 Runs/Week Marathon Plan $200.00 16 Week plan
Karli Saur

Karli Saur

Bernardsville, New Jersey, United States

15km 5km 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +2
  • Full Marathon Custom Training Plan - 16 weeks $299.00 16 Week plan
Cathy Yancey

Cathy Yancey

Eagle River, Ak, United States

15km 5km 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • Customized 5k Training Plan $45.00 12 Week plan
Derrick Isaac

Derrick Isaac

Smyrna, Delaware, United States

15km 5km 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • Couch to 5K Training Plan $120.00 10 Week plan
Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

New Port Richey, Florida, United States

15km 5km 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • 5K PR Plan – Build Speed and Confidence in 12 Weeks $50.00 12 Week plan
  • 15K PR Plan – Build Strength, Speed, and Stamina in 12 Weeks $50.00 12 Week plan
  • Marathon PR Plan – Train Smart, Finish Strong in 16 Weeks $65.00 16 Week plan
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Andrew Samuels

Andrew Samuels

New York, NY, United States

5km Marathon Competitive

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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • In Person Session Add-On $150.00 1 Week plan
  • Runner Focused Strength $200.00 4 Week plan
  • Individualized Training Plan (5k, 10k, 13.1, 26.2) $200.00 4 Week plan
Fleet Feet  Nashville

Fleet Feet Nashville

Nashville, TN, United States

5km Marathon 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. RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1
  • One Month Summer Speedsters $60.00 4 Week plan
Lindsey Altermatt

Lindsey Altermatt

St. Francis, Minnesota, United States

15km 5km 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.
  • Custom Training Plan (Up to 20 Weeks) $129.00 20 Week plan
  • The Navigator | 10M (Training Program for the Medtronic TC 10 Mile) $196.00 12 Week plan
  • The Navigator | 26.2 (Training Program for the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon)) $262.00 16 Week plan
Maddie Barrett

Maddie Barrett

Minneapolis , Minnesota, United States

15km 5km 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.
  • 5K Training Plan $50.00 10 Week plan
  • 10 Mile Training Plan $60.00 12 Week plan
  • BQ Marathon Template $80.00 18 Week plan
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Joseph Gendy

Joseph Gendy

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

15km 5km 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.
  • 5K/10K Training Plans (8-12 weeks) $80.00 12 Week plan
  • Marathon Plan (12-16 weeks) $125.00 16 Week plan

Marathon Training Plans From Expert Coaches

A Structured Plan for the Toughest Distance

A marathon training plan built on individualized VDOT paces - developed from the research of Dr. Jack Daniels, a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist - takes the guesswork out of long-run pacing, tempo effort, and taper timing. Your coach calibrates every workout to your current fitness so the plan gets you to the start line trained, not overtrained. You'll see your full build week by week, from base mileage through peak long runs to taper, with clear guidance on why each phase matters.

From First Marathon to Boston Qualifier

Coaches on the marketplace specialize across the full range of marathon goals. Filter by specialty to find one who's guided runners through your exact situation, whether that's a finish-line goal or a BQ attempt.

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Compare coaches, read reviews from athletes they've trained, and message one directly to build a plan around your goal race.

FAQ

A full week-by-week build - base mileage, tempo blocks, peak long runs, 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 marathon training plan on the marketplace is built from his individualized pacing 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, 5K, and 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 15K 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.