Gaby Go
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Exercise Science Masters Competitive
Gaby Go, former D1 athlete and sport physical therapist, offers 1:1 coaching, strength programs and VDOT plans to build strength and prevent injuries.
Starting at $45.00
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Zacharias Wedel
Fürth, Bayern, Germany
Masters Competitive Recreational
Zacharias offers remote TrainingPlan backed by 12+ years' running experience, sport & nutrition science, rehab expertise and licensed athletic trainer/nutritionist—helping beginners to competitors for 10K, half, marathon.
Starting at $30.00
Lindsey Altermatt
St. Francis, Minnesota, United States
Masters 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.
Lindsey builds practical, individualized plans from 26+ years and Twin Cities race experience. Offers consultations, custom plans, The Navigator, and 1:1 coaching.
Starting at $129.00
Heather Caplan RDN
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Masters Nutrition 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.
Heather Caplan RDN, RRCA L1 helps busy runners avoid bonking and build strength. RED-S and eating-disorder recovery specialist. Remote/group coaching.
Starting at $179.00
Rob Cornelius
Curry Rivel, Somerset, United Kingdom
Masters Competitive Boston Marathon
Rob offers private bespoke coaching. He has run 3 ultras (incl. Race to the Stones 100km), 21 marathons and 25 half marathons, coaching beginners to Boston hopefuls.
Starting at $55.00
Mark Day
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Nutrition Competitive Strength & Conditioning
Mark Day: 30+ years' coach, 23-year military PT, 6x Hyrox podium finisher and 2026 EMEA bronze. VDOT-based hybrid plans; training plans & private coaching.
Starting at $45.00
Dr. Andres T. De La Cruz, DC, CSCS
Pasadena, CA, United States
Exercise Science Masters Competitive
Andres combines sports chiropractic and CSCS strength coaching to keep 800m–marathon runners healthy, fast and race-ready; explore his private coaching.
Starting at $165.00
Joseph Gendy
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Masters Competitive Boston 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.
Joseph builds VDOT plans for beginners through masters and Boston hopefuls. RRCA L2 coach who led three athletes to marathon PRs; offers remote training and private coaching.
Starting at $80.00
Mark Good
Jackson, Michigan, United States
Masters Competitive High School
Mark uses a Norwegian-inspired, science-informed approach and blood lactate testing to fine-tune training. He’s rewritten Parma Western records and offers plans and coaching.
Starting at $25.00
John Hoffman
Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States
Exercise Science Masters Competitive
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.
John, D1 runner and USATF L1 coach, coaching since 2006 to help runners reach PRs and Boston qualifying. Offers private, in-person, remote and group coaching.
Starting at $80.00
Toni Kengor
Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Masters Competitive 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.
Toni offers remote RRCA Level 1 coaching for beginners to competitive and masters runners (1600m–Ultra). 3:35 marathon PB; offers cross-training and VirtualRace.
Starting at $5.00
Dimitris Kyriakopoulos
Athens, Attica , Greece
Masters Competitive Boston Marathon
Dimitris applies sports-science training, two master's degrees and elite wins (Greek champ 2004) to remotely coach runners 3K–ultra with private coaching.
Starting at $80.00
Melissa Labrie
Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Masters Recreational 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.
Melissa, former Ironman with 15+ years' endurance experience and RRCA + GGS credentials, offers structured, sustainable coaching and plans for beginners to competitive runners. 20% off (RUNJULY)
Starting at $45.00
Brian Lock
Dunlap, Illinois, USA
Masters Competitive 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.
Brian offers remote, athlete-centered TrainingPlans for 5K–marathoners—recreational, masters, competitive and Boston hopefuls. RRCA Level 1 coach focusing on steady, safe progress.
Starting at $50.00
Jonathan Lyau
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Masters Competitive High School
Jonathan Lyau coaches beginners to national-class runners from 800m to marathon. Honolulu Marathon Hall of Famer with 40+ marathons, offering private and group coaching.
Starting at $80.00
DAVID MARTINEZ
MEXICO, MEXICO, Mexico
Masters Competitive Boston Marathon
David creates remote, data-driven training plans for beginners to competitive and masters runners, including Boston Marathon hopefuls, across K5–Ultra. Explore his training plans.
Starting at $45.00
Ian Paramore
Loughborough , Leicestershire , United Kingdom
Masters Competitive Beginner
Ian blends 38 marathons and Level 3 UK Athletics qualification into tailored private/group plans, in person or via V.O2, for runners from 1-mile to ultras.
Starting at $79.00
Nathan Pennington
Grand Haven, Michigan, United States
Exercise Science Masters Competitive
Nathan Pennington, sub-2:20 marathoner and retired Army Major, coaches beginners to competitors with remote plans, consultations and private coaching.
Starting at $67.00
Angela Reckart
Cape May Court House, New Jersey, United States
Masters Competitive Boston Marathon
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.
Angela Reckart, ex-NCAA D1 coach and USATF L1, 2:45 Boston marathoner, coaches 800m–marathon runners (competitive to masters). Offers training plans, consultations & private coaching.
Starting at $25.00
Derek Riedel
San Antonio, TX, United States
Masters Competitive High School
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.
USATF Level 2
USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.
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Derek, USATF L1/L2 coach with 20+ years at UIW, tailors strength-based plans for 800m–marathon; offers remote, in-person, plans & private coaching.
Starting at $80.00
Explore More Running Coaches
Running Coaches Who Specialize in Masters Runners
Training That Adapts to an Older Athlete's Recovery Needs
Masters running - competing in age 40+ divisions - rewards smart load management as much as fitness: recovery takes longer, and the margin for overtraining shrinks. Coaches who list Masters Runners among their specialties build that reality into your plan instead of applying the same volume and intensity used for a 20-something. Training still runs on the VDOT methodology - individualized paces developed from the research of Dr. Jack Daniels, a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist - so your paces stay grounded in your actual current fitness, not a generic age-graded chart.
From First Masters Race to Age-Group Podiums
Whether you're stepping into masters competition for the first time or chasing an age-group placing, specialist coaches understand the balance between staying competitive and staying healthy enough to keep training year after year.
Find a Masters-Focused Coach
Compare coach backgrounds and reviews from other masters athletes they've actually trained, then message a specialist directly to talk through your recovery needs and goals.
FAQ
The training principles are the same - individualized VDOT paces, structured progression - but a masters-focused coach builds in more recovery and adjusts volume and intensity to match how an older athlete's body responds to training load.
No - many athletes start masters coaching well into their 40s, 50s, and beyond. Coaches who list this specialty are set up to build a plan around wherever your fitness and experience currently are.
Dr. Jack Daniels: a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist named "The World's Best Running Coach" by Runner's World. His individualized pacing research still sets the baseline - masters specialists adjust volume and recovery around it.
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! These coaches specialize in Nutritionist, Exercise Scientist, 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.
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.
Most coaches on the V.O2 Marketplace encourage you to message them with questions before purchasing. This helps you evaluate fit and ensures they're the right choice for your goals and timeline. Otherwise, please email us at info@vdoto2.com and we’ll help you match with the right coach.
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