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Will Baldwin

Will Baldwin

Denver , Colorado, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

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
  • Marathon Training Plan 10-20 weeks $220.00 20 Week plan
  • 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
Megan Cooke

Megan Cooke

Hillsborough, North Carolina, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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 Half or Full Marathon Training Plan by Running Coach Megan $599.00 18 Week plan
John Carstens

John Carstens

Kansas City, MO, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

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
  • Marathon Plan $300.00 20 Week plan
John Reniewicki

John Reniewicki

Baltimore, Arizona, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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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Will Small

Will Small

St. John's, NL, Canada

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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
Sue McDonald

Sue McDonald

Santa Barbara, CA, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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
  • Full Marathon Training Plan $125.00 24 Week plan
Jordan Colby

Jordan Colby

Chico, CA, USA

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

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.
  • Comprehensive marathon planning program $550.00 20 Week plan
Malindi Elmore

Malindi Elmore

Kelowna, BC, Canada

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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.
  • Road Race Training Plan $200.00 16 Week plan
Tom Myers

Tom Myers

New York, NY, USA

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

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.
  • NYC Marathon Training $100.00 16 Week plan
Bonnie Wilder

Bonnie Wilder

West Hartford, Connecticut, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

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.
  • Half Marathon - Intermediate/Advanced $79.00 12 Week plan
  • Half Marathon - Beginner $79.00 12 Week plan
  • Marathon - Beginner $89.00 18 Week plan
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Matt Hotaling

Matt Hotaling

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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
  • 10-mile to Half Marathon (12 weeks) $75.00 12 Week plan
  • Marathon (16 weeks) $90.00 16 Week plan
Alissa Kolarik

Alissa Kolarik

Wadsworth, Ohio, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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
  • 4 Runs/Week Marathon Plan $200.00 16 Week plan
Stuart Lamp

Stuart Lamp

Decatur, Alabama, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

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.
  • Marathon Plan - 3:15 or better $100.00 19 Week plan
Brian Taggart

Brian Taggart

Co Tyrone, N.Ireland, Ireland

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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 Training Plan $33.00 4 Week plan
Seb Coach

Seb Coach

Annecy, Haute Savoie, France

Half Marathon Marathon Triathlon

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.
  • Semi marathon Débutant $40.00 18 Week plan
  • Semi marathon Avancé $40.00 18 Week plan
  • Semi marathon Record $40.00 18 Week plan
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Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

New Port Richey, Florida, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

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
  • Marathon PR Plan – Train Smart, Finish Strong in 16 Weeks $65.00 16 Week plan
  • Half Marathon PR Plan – Train Smart, Race Strong in 16 Weeks $65.00 16 Week plan
  • Marathon PR Plan – Build Strength and Endurance in 20 Weeks $75.00 20 Week plan
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Gaby  Go

Gaby Go

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

  • 10k Training Plan - Advanced $60.00 16 Week plan
  • Half Marathon - Level 2 (Intermediate) $70.00 16 Week plan
  • Half Marathon - Level 3 (Advanced) $70.00 16 Week plan
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Nathan Pennington

Nathan Pennington

Grand Haven, Michigan, United States

Half Marathon Marathon Exercise Science

  • 1 19 - 16 Week Half Marathon Training Plan $92.00 16 Week plan
  • 1 40 - 16 Week Half Marathon Training Plan $92.00 16 Week plan
  • 2 00 - 16 Week Half Marathon Training Plan $92.00 16 Week plan
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Martinus Evans

Martinus Evans

Atlanta, New York, United States

Half Marathon Marathon 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 (14-Week) $60.00 14 Week plan
  • 13.1 Beginner (14-Week) $60.00 14 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 Half Marathon and Marathon. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

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