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Matt Hotaling

Matt Hotaling

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Beginner Recreational 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • 5k-10k (8 weeks) $60.00 8 Week plan
  • 10-mile to Half Marathon (12 weeks) $75.00 12 Week plan
  • Marathon (16 weeks) $90.00 16 Week plan
Bryan Kelpe

Bryan Kelpe

Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States

Beginner Recreational 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • Summer XC Training $40.00 10 Week plan
Alissa Kolarik

Alissa Kolarik

Wadsworth, Ohio, United States

Beginner Recreational 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
  • 4 Runs/Week Marathon Plan $200.00 16 Week plan
Brendan McGoldrick

Brendan McGoldrick

Matawan, NJ, United States

Beginner Recreational 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • General Fitness Program $80.00 4 Week plan
  • Track and Field Training $100.00 6 Week plan
  • 5k/10k Race Training $125.00 8 Week plan
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Kyle McKinley

Kyle McKinley

Edmond, Oklahoma, United States

Recreational 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • 12-week Half Marathon (advanced/sub-elite) $30.00 12 Week plan
  • 12-week Half Marathon (first-time/beginner) $30.00 12 Week plan
  • 12-week Half Marathon (beginner to intermediate) $30.00 12 Week plan
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Karli Saur

Karli Saur

Bernardsville, New Jersey, United States

Beginner Recreational 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
  • Half Marathon Custom Training Plan - 12 week $249.00 12 Week plan
  • Full Marathon Custom Training Plan - 16 weeks $299.00 16 Week plan
Cathy Yancey

Cathy Yancey

Eagle River, Ak, United States

Beginner Recreational 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. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. +1
  • Customized 12-Week 5k Training Plan $45.00 12 Week plan
  • Customized 12-Week 10K Training Plan $45.00 12 Week plan
  • Customized 16 week Half-Marathon Training Plan $60.00 16 Week plan
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Derrick Isaac

Derrick Isaac

Smyrna, Delaware, United States

Beginner Recreational 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
  • Couch to 5K Training Plan $120.00 10 Week plan
Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

New Port Richey, Florida, United States

Beginner Recreational Nutrition

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
  • 5K PR Plan – Build Speed and Confidence in 12 Weeks $50.00 12 Week plan
  • 10K PR Plan – Train Smarter, Race Stronger in 12 Weeks $50.00 12 Week plan
  • Spring Track Training Plan for 400m - Mile Events $50.00 10 Week plan
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Andrew Samuels

Andrew Samuels

New York, NY, United States

Beginner Recreational 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
Fleet Feet Nashville

Fleet Feet Nashville

Nashville, TN, United States

Beginner Recreational 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. RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1
  • One Month Summer Speedsters $60.00 4 Week plan
  • Summer Speedster Series $100.00 8 Week plan
Lindsey Altermatt

Lindsey Altermatt

St. Francis, Minnesota, United States

Beginner Recreational 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.
  • 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

Beginner Recreational 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.
  • 5K Training Plan $50.00 10 Week plan
  • 10 Mile Training Plan $60.00 12 Week plan
  • 10 K Training Plan $60.00 10 Week plan
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Riley Coulter

Riley Coulter

Platteville, Wi, United States

Beginner Competitive Cross Training

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.
  • Return to run - after injury $15.00 3 Week plan
  • Marathon - Boston Qualifier $90.00 12 Week plan
  • Advanced Marathon Plan $100.00 12 Week plan
Laura Filla

Laura Filla

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Recreational 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. RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1
  • Filla Endurance x Big River Running Group Coaching Access - Run Only $80.00 /mo
  • Filla Endurance x Big River Group Coaching Access - Run and Strength $130.00 /mo
Joseph Gendy

Joseph Gendy

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Beginner Recreational Competitive

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.
  • 5K/10K Training Plans (8-12 weeks) $80.00 12 Week plan
  • Half-Marathon plan (12 weeks) $100.00 12 Week plan
  • Marathon Plan (12-16 weeks) $125.00 16 Week plan
Melissa Labrie

Melissa Labrie

Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Beginner 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.
  • Base Building/Return to Running $45.00 12 Week plan
  • Custom 5k/10k Training Plan $45.00 12 Week plan
  • Custom Half Marathon or Full Marathon Training Plan (12 weeks) $50.00 12 Week plan
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Brian Lock

Brian Lock

Dunlap, Illinois, USA

Recreational 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.
  • 1:45 Half Marathon Plan (30-45 mpw) $50.00 16 Week plan
  • Marathon Plan (30-45 mpw) $60.00 16 Week plan
  • Marathon Plan (45-60 mpw) $60.00 16 Week plan
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Elizabeth Miller

Elizabeth Miller

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Beginner Recreational Competitive

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.
  • Endurance4You Novice Half Marathon Training plan $120.00 17 Week plan
Angela Reckart

Angela Reckart

Cape May Court House, New Jersey, United States

Beginner Recreational 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.
  • NGU Training Plan MONTHLY by Coach Reck $166.00 4 Week plan
  • NGU 5k/10k or Base Building Training Plan by Coach Reck $399.00 12 Week plan
  • NGU Half or Full Marathon Training Plan by Coach Reck $499.00 18 Week plan

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Custom Running Training Plans From Expert Coaches

Built Around You, Not a Template

A training plan on the V.O2 Marketplace starts with your current fitness, goal race, and available training time, then gets built by a real coach using individualized VDOT training paces - the system developed from the research of Dr. Jack Daniels, a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist. Unlike a generic download, it's designed for your body and your calendar from day one. You'll know exactly what each workout is for, how the plan progresses, and how your coach adjusts paces as your fitness improves or life gets in the way.

Every Distance, Every Experience Level

From first-time 5K runners to marathoners chasing a Boston qualifier, coaches on the marketplace publish their specialties, pricing, and coaching philosophy so you can find the right fit before you buy.

Get Your Custom Plan

Filter by distance, specialty, and budget, then message a coach directly to start a training plan built specifically for your goal.

FAQ

A calculator gives you a static number; a coach applies VDOT paces to a full plan that progresses over weeks and adjusts as your fitness, schedule, and feedback change - a calculator can't do that.

Dr. Jack Daniels: a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist named "The World's Best Running Coach" by Runner's World. Every 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! These coaches specialize in Beginner Runners and Recreational Runners 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.

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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