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Thomas  Rödin

Thomas Rödin

Malmö, Skåne, Sweden

Nutrition Competitive Beginner

Thomas guides runners from beginners to masters using in-person Malmö groups and remote coaching. Offers training plans, nutrition advice and race prep.

Starting at $80.00

Andrew Shivery

Andrew Shivery

Miami, Florida, United States

Nutrition Competitive Beginner

Andrew builds individualized plans using Jack Daniels' methods, guiding beginners to marathons, big PRs and sub-3:00 training. Remote, group and private coaching.

Starting at $150.00

Liam Struwe

Liam Struwe

Hertford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Nutrition Competitive Boston Marathon

Liam helps runners break plateaus with tailored plans, strength training and nutrition. 2:30 marathoner offering plans & private coaching.

Starting at $5.00

Arj Thiruchelvam

Arj Thiruchelvam

Solihull, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Nutrition Competitive High School

Arj uses sports‑science tools (VDOT, blood‑lactate, Freelap GPS, force analysis) to end plateaus, integrate strength and MNU‑informed nutrition for PBs. Explore his plans.

Starting at $45.00

The Endurance Collective

The Endurance Collective

Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States

Nutrition Competitive Nutrition

Maeve pairs elite ultrarunning experience with a Master's in Human Clinical Nutrition to offer remote private coaching from 5K to ultras, building fitness and confidence.

Starting at $250.00

Evan Espinoza

Evan Espinoza

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Nutrition Competitive High School

Evan coaches high schoolers to marathoners with race-proven, fundamentals-based plans (2:56:58). Uses gait analysis, nutrition and cross-training to improve form and performance.

Starting at $125.00

Amy Windle

Amy Windle

Langley, BC, Canada

Nutrition Competitive High School

Amy helps parents, postpartum and beginner-to-competitive runners with tailored endurance and strength plans plus nutrition and physio referrals.

Starting at $45.00

Karen Dunn

Karen Dunn

Collegeville, Pennsylvania, United States

Nutrition Competitive High School

4.2 (5) 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 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1

Karen Dunn helps runners train smarter, stronger and faster. VDOT O2- & RRCA-certified, builds strength, lowers injury risk and offers private coaching.

Starting at $180.00

Martinus Evans

Martinus Evans

Atlanta, New York, United States

Nutrition Exercise Science Masters

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.

Martinus helps beginners and larger-bodied runners take first steps to marathons with inclusive training plans, remote coaching, groups, camps, consultations.

Starting at $40.00

Alli Felsenthal

Alli Felsenthal

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Nutrition Competitive Boston Marathon

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.

Alli Felsenthal offers remote consults and personalized training for beginners to competitors, focusing on form, injury-free marathons, Boston goals. Learn more.

Starting at $150.00

Running Coaches With a Physical Therapy Background

Training That Accounts for Injury History

Coaches who list Physical Therapist among their specialties bring rehab and movement expertise into standard training, not instead of it. That background shapes how they build mileage progression, address recurring niggles, and balance load - useful whether you're returning from an injury or trying to avoid your next one. 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 the coaching stays structured and data-driven, with the physical-therapy lens layered on top.

What This Specialty Doesn't Replace

A coach with a physical therapy background isn't a substitute for in-person medical care - for an acute injury or diagnosis, see a licensed provider directly. What this specialty adds is a coach who designs your running training with that context already in mind, from someone with professional grounding in movement and rehab.

Find a Coach Who Understands Your History

Read reviews from athletes who've actually trained with each coach, compare backgrounds and credentials, then message a specialist directly to talk through your injury history before you commit.

FAQ

No - it's running coaching from someone with a physical therapy background, not a substitute for licensed medical treatment. For an acute injury or diagnosis, see a licensed provider directly; the coach's specialty shapes how they structure your training around that context.

Many coaches with this specialty focus on exactly that: gradual mileage progression, load management, and adjusting VDOT paces as you rebuild - message a coach with your specific situation 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. Coaches with a physical therapy background apply his individualized pacing research on top of their injury-aware approach.

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 Nutrition and Injury Prevention 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.