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Kristyn R Smith

Kristyn R Smith

New York, New York, United States

Marathon Boston Marathon Competitive

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

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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
  • Marathon Training Plan - Level 1 $72.00 16 Week plan
  • Marathon Training Plan - Level 2 $72.00 16 Week plan
Ben Lauder Dykes

Ben Lauder Dykes

New York, New York, United Kingdom

Marathon Cross Training 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. +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

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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
Juan Carlos Arcos Lira

Juan Carlos Arcos Lira

Acolman, CDMX, Mexico

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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 Maratón $150.00 20 Week plan
Melanie Boyd

Melanie Boyd

Panama, Panama, Panama

Marathon Boston 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
Alissa Kolarik

Alissa Kolarik

Wadsworth, Ohio, United States

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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
Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

New Port Richey, Florida, United States

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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
  • Marathon PR Plan – Train Smart, Finish Strong in 16 Weeks $65.00 16 Week plan
  • Marathon PR Plan – Build Strength and Endurance in 20 Weeks $75.00 20 Week plan
Andrew Samuels

Andrew Samuels

New York, NY, United States

Marathon Cross Training 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
Lindsey Altermatt

Lindsey Altermatt

St. Francis, Minnesota, United States

Marathon Cross Training Mental Skills

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

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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.
  • BQ Marathon Template $80.00 18 Week plan
  • Marathon Training Plan (Beginners) $85.00 16 Week plan
  • Private Custom Subscription Coaching $85.00 /mo
Joseph Gendy

Joseph Gendy

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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.
  • Marathon Plan (12-16 weeks) $125.00 16 Week plan
Melissa Labrie

Melissa Labrie

Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Marathon Cross Training Recreational

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.
  • Base Building/Return to Running $45.00 12 Week plan
  • Custom Half Marathon or Full Marathon Training Plan (12 weeks) $50.00 12 Week plan
  • Custom Half Marathon or Full Marathon Training Plan (16 weeks) $60.00 16 Week plan
Brian Lock

Brian Lock

Dunlap, Illinois, USA

Marathon Boston 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.
  • Marathon Plan (30-45 mpw) $60.00 16 Week plan
  • Marathon Plan (45-60 mpw) $60.00 16 Week plan
Tammy Whyte

Tammy Whyte

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Marathon Cross Training Masters

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.
  • 16 week Marathon Training Plan [Level 4] $80.00 16 Week plan
  • 16 week Marathon Training Plan [Level 5] $80.00 16 Week plan
  • 16 week Marathon Training Plan [Level 1] $80.00 16 Week plan
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Martinus Evans

Martinus Evans

Atlanta, New York, United States

Marathon Cross Training Exercise Science

3.7 (3) 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 Walk/Run Level 2 $40.00 10 Week plan
  • 13.1 Advanced (18-Week) $70.00 18 Week plan
  • 26.2 Marathon (16-Week Plan) $80.00 16 Week plan
Ali Greenberg

Ali Greenberg

Los Angeles, California, United States

Marathon Cross Training 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. 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
  • 4 Week Custom Training Plan $80.00 4 Week plan
  • 8 Week Custom Training Plan $150.00 8 Week plan
  • 12 Week Custom Training Plan $210.00 12 Week plan
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Tammy Whyte

Tammy Whyte

Chicago, IL, United States

Marathon Boston Marathon Cross Training

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.
  • 18 week Marathon Training Plan [Level 4] $90.00 18 Week plan
  • 18 week Marathon Training Plan [Level 3] $90.00 18 Week plan
  • 18 week Marathon Training Plan [Level 2] $90.00 18 Week plan
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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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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 Marathon. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

Yes! These coaches specialize in Boston Marathon, Trail Running, and Exercise Scientist 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 Marathon training, so you get a plan built around your race distance rather than a generic template.