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Tammy Whyte

Tammy Whyte

Chicago, Illinois, United States

5km Masters 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.

Tammy helps middle-of-pack and beginner runners reach half and full marathon goals with RRCA, NASM and CFSC-backed training plans and remote/group consultations.

Starting at $60.00

The Endurance Collective

The Endurance Collective

Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States

5km Ultra Competitive

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

5km Competitive Recreational

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

Evan Schwartz

Evan Schwartz

Boulder, Colorado, United States

5km 800m Competitive

Evan offers data-driven, life-friendly training for competitive runners. U.S. Olympic Trials qualifier who coached athletes to Trials, top-10 USATF finishes and pro fields.

Starting at $170.00

Tanner Twigg

Tanner Twigg

Ellendale, North Dakota, United States

5km Recreational Beginner

Tanner offers remote coaching as a gym owner and run coach. A 10+ marathoner (PR 2:57) and Dopey finisher, he helps beginners and recreational runners hit race goals.

Starting at $35.00

Karen Dunn

Karen Dunn

Collegeville, Pennsylvania, United States

5km 800m Ultra

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

5km 800m Ultra

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

Chase Solarin

Chase Solarin

San Diego, California, United States

5km Competitive Boston Marathon

1.0 (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.

Chase guides beginners to marathoners—including Boston hopefuls—using 15 years' experience and VDOT O2 expertise. Offers in-person, remote, group coaching and private consultations.

Starting at $60.00

Alli Felsenthal

Alli Felsenthal

Brooklyn, New York, United States

5km 800m Competitive

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

Ali Greenberg

Ali Greenberg

Los Angeles, California, United States

5km Competitive 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. 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

Ali coaches beginner to competitive runners with in-person or remote private coaching, training plans and consultations. VDOT O2 & RRCA Level 1/2 certified.

Starting at $40.00

Tyler Rohrman

Tyler Rohrman

Hockley, Texas, United States

5km 800m Competitive

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.

Tyler offers VDOT O2-certified private coaching for 400m–half marathon runners, combining NCAA DII experience and hands-on training across the Houston area.

Starting at $117.86

Vinny Mui

Vinny Mui

New York, NY, United States

5km 800m Beginner

Vinny makes running approachable for beginners and recreational runners, offering remote consultations and private coaching up to marathon distance.

Starting at $125.00

Vince Sherry

Vince Sherry

Flagstaff, Arizona, United States

5km 800m Competitive

Vince crafts custom, flexible plans for 800–1600m and 3–10K runners, offering remote coaching and camps that fit life demands and reduce mistakes.

Starting at $100.00

Tammy Whyte

Tammy Whyte

Chicago, IL, United States

5km Masters 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.

Tammy helps middle-of-the-pack and beginner runners with personalized training plans, groups, and consultations. RRCA coach; 16 marathons, 60+ halfs.

Starting at $60.00

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Ultra Marathon Coaching With US Race Context

Coaches based in the United States bring local context to Ultra Marathon training: the US race calendar, qualifying standards, and the reality of training through very different seasons and regions. Every plan runs on the VDOT methodology - individualized training paces developed by two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist Dr. Jack Daniels. Profiles show each coach's specialties, pricing, and reviews from athletes they've actually coached, so you can compare US-based options side by side before deciding.

Local Knowledge, Data-Driven Training

Whether your goal is a major-city event or a local race, a US-based coach can talk through logistics, typical conditions, and realistic time goals - and you can message them with questions before you commit to anything.

Find Your Ultra Marathon Coach in the US

Filter by product type, specialty, or price to narrow the list, then start Ultra Marathon training built around your fitness and your calendar.

FAQ

Yes - coaching on V.O2 works remotely, so you can train with a coach based anywhere in the United States. Communication happens through messaging and in-app feedback, with workouts and paces delivered wherever you run.

Each coach publishes their own pricing on their profile, and product types range from one-off consultations to ongoing private coaching. Use the price filter to compare options within your budget.

Dr. Jack Daniels, the exercise scientist and two-time Olympic medalist Runner's World named "The World's Best Running Coach." His research sets the individualized paces every Ultra Marathon plan on V.O2 is built from, including US-based coaches' plans.

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.

Yes! All coaches on this page specialize in 5K, 800m, and Ultra Marathon. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

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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