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Jennifer Andrews

Jennifer Andrews

Interior, BC, Canada

Competitive High School Nutrition

5.0 (15) 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.

Jennifer coaches all levels with an effort-based approach that fits busy lives; offers VDOT O2-certified training plans and private coaching.

Starting at $45.00

Will Small

Will Small

St. John's, NL, Canada

Competitive Triathlon Boston Marathon

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.

Will Small offers 20+ years' experience and VDOT O2 training with periodized, time-based plans delivered via V.O2 app for beginner to competitive runners.

Starting at $45.00

Malindi Elmore

Malindi Elmore

Kelowna, BC, Canada

Competitive Triathlon High School

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.

Malindi combines Olympic 1500m experience, a 2:24 Canadian-record marathon and VDOT O2 coaching to create individualized plans for goal-oriented, youth, and busy runners.

Starting at $80.00

Brian Taggart

Brian Taggart

Co Tyrone, N.Ireland, Ireland

Competitive Triathlon Cross Training

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.

Brian is a VDOT O2 Certified coach who cut his marathon to 2:41, paces sub‑3 and coaches runners from beginners to masters. Offers training plans and consultations.

Starting at $33.00

Jonathon Loughran

Jonathon Loughran

Tyrone, Ireland, Ireland

Competitive Mental Skills Beginner

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.

Jonathon builds personalised remote and consultation training for beginners to competitive runners (5K–marathon). VDOT O2 certified.

Starting at $45.00

Todd Nickel

Todd Nickel

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Competitive Boston Marathon Mental Skills

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.

Todd helps masters and returning runners; UESCA & V.O2-certified, 100+ races including 11 marathons. Offers remote, group, consultation and private coaching.

Starting at $149.00

Dean Carroll

Dean Carroll

Dublin, Ireland, Ireland

Competitive Beginner Recreational

Dean offers remote private coaching for 5K-marathon runners, pairing structured plans, mental skills and injury-conscious progression. Explore his profile.

Starting at $79.95

Amy Windle

Amy Windle

Langley, BC, Canada

Competitive High School Strength & Conditioning

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

Starting at $45.00

Paul Taylor

Paul Taylor

Surrey, BC, Canada

Competitive Boston Marathon Beginner

5.0 (8) 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. RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +2

Paul coaches remotely with a "make your miles count" philosophy—VDOT O2 & RRCA-certified, 2:58 marathoner. Offers private coaching and training plans.

Starting at $50.00

Running Coaches Who Specialize in Triathlon

Running Training That Fits Around Swim and Bike Work

Running is one leg of a triathlon training week, not the whole week - and it has to hold up on tired legs after the bike. Coaches who list Triathlons among their specialties understand how to fit VDOT-based run training around swim and bike sessions instead of prescribing a standalone running plan that ignores the rest of your schedule. Your run paces still come from the VDOT methodology - individualized training paces developed from the research of Dr. Jack Daniels, a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist - calibrated to your current running fitness specifically, brick workouts and all.

From Sprint Distance to Ironman

Whether you're training for a local sprint triathlon or a full Ironman-distance run leg, a triathlon specialist tailors run volume and intensity to the demands of your specific race distance and the rest of your training load.

Find Your Triathlon Run Specialist

Compare coach backgrounds and reviews from other triathletes they've actually coached, then message a specialist directly to talk through how run training fits your overall race plan.

FAQ

This specialty reflects the coach's experience training triathletes, but V.O2 coaching itself is running-focused - a specialist builds your run training to work alongside whatever swim and bike plan you're following elsewhere.

It has to account for fatigue from swim and bike sessions and brick workouts, not just running volume on its own. A triathlon specialist calibrates your VDOT run paces with that broader training load in mind.

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 sets the run-specific paces triathlon coaches build around.

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 Competitive Runners and Triathlons 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.