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JJ Yabu

JJ Yabu

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Competitive High School 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.

JJ offers remote private coaching to help runners train smarter and stay healthy. PT and VDOT O2 coach creating individualized plans with optional strength work.

Starting at $145.00

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

Fleet Feet Nashville builds a like-minded community with in-person/remote training, groups, and consultations. RRCA Level 1 & 2 coaches offer training plans and private coaching for 5K–marathon goals.

Starting at $60.00

Gaby Go

Gaby Go

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

Competitive High School Boston Marathon

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

Lindsey Altermatt

Lindsey Altermatt

St. Francis, Minnesota, United States

Cross Training Mental Skills 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.

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

Maddie Barrett

Maddie Barrett

Minneapolis , Minnesota, United States

Competitive Boston Marathon 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.

Maddie, RRCA-certified coach with 10 marathons (PR 3:07) and four Bostons, offers remote coaching, consultations and plans for 5K–marathon runners seeking confidence and joy.

Starting at $40.00

Katie Brady

Katie Brady

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Beginner Recreational Triathlon

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.

Katie offers remote USATF Level 1 private coaching that fits training into busy lives—beginners to competitive runners and triathletes targeting 5K to marathon.

Starting at $80.00

Heather Caplan RDN

Heather Caplan RDN

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Nutrition Beginner Recreational

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

Rob Cornelius

Curry Rivel, Somerset, United Kingdom

Competitive Boston Marathon Beginner

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

Mark Day

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Competitive Strength & Conditioning Nutrition

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

Laura Filla

Laura Filla

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Competitive Boston Marathon Recreational

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

Laura, RRCA Level 1 & 2 coach and 2:58 marathoner, offers in-person/remote coaching for 5K–marathoners, helping busy athletes break plateaus and balance life.

Starting at $80.00

Joseph Gendy

Joseph Gendy

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Competitive Boston Marathon Cross Training

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

Mark Good

Jackson, Michigan, United States

Competitive High School Nutrition

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

Char Griess

Char Griess

Erie, Colorado, United States

Competitive Nutrition Boston Marathon

Char coaches all levels from 800m to marathon with personalized, evidence-based training and nutrition. Offers in-person, remote and group training plans.

Starting at $50.00

Kasey Halbleib

Kasey Halbleib

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Beginner Recreational Boston Marathon

Kasey offers remote private coaching for 5K–marathon and Boston hopefuls. UESCA-certified, she creates adaptable, personalized plans to build steady progress.

Starting at $100.00

John Hoffman

John Hoffman

Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States

Competitive High School 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.

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

Melissa Labrie

Melissa Labrie

Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Recreational Mental Skills 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.

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

Jonathan Lyau

Jonathan Lyau

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

Competitive High School Boston Marathon

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

Elizabeth Miller

Elizabeth Miller

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Competitive Boston Marathon Cross Training

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.

Elizabeth is an RRCA Level II coach and 2023 Boston finisher who blends faith with tailored remote, group and private training for beginners to BQ hopefuls.

Starting at $75.00

Ian Paramore

Ian Paramore

Loughborough , Leicestershire , United Kingdom

Competitive Beginner Recreational

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

Nathan Pennington

Grand Haven, Michigan, United States

Competitive High School Boston Marathon

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

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Running Coaches in the United Kingdom

Coaching Built for UK Racing and Weather

From parkrun speed to major races like the London Marathon, V.O2 connects UK runners with coaches who train around British race calendars and conditions. Plans are built on individualized VDOT training paces - developed from the research of Dr. Jack Daniels, a two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist - and adjusted for the terrain and weather you'll actually race in. Every coach profile is reviewed before going live, many coaches hold recognized certifications, and reviews can only be written by athletes who purchased coaching.

From Parkrun PBs to Marathon Goals

Whatever distance you're targeting, filter by product type and specialty to find a UK-based coach whose experience lines up with your goal race - and message them first if you want to check the fit.

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FAQ

Browse UK-based coaches and narrow by distance, product type, specialty, or price. Coaching runs remotely through the platform, so any UK coach can work with you - use the location filter if you'd prefer someone nearby.

Each coach publishes their own pricing up front on their profile and listings - a one-off consultation sits at the lighter end, ongoing private coaching at the fuller end. The price filter keeps your search within budget.

Yes - many UK coaches build plans around major races like London and the wider spring and autumn marathon calendar. Filter by the marathon distance, then message a coach with your race date and goal time before you commit.

It's the book Dr. Jack Daniels wrote outlining the VDOT training methodology - the same material the V.O2 Certification exam is drawn from. UK coaches build training around the same individualized pacing principles, whether or not they've taken the exam.

USATF (USA Track & Field) and RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) both run tiered coaching-education programs covering training science and coaching practice - separate from V.O2 Certified, which is V.O2's own credential built on Dr. Jack Daniels' methodology. Coaches can hold any combination of the three, and all are optional.

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.

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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