Online Running Coach USA
Internationally proven coaching from Great Britain's best, delivered wherever you are in the United States.
Distance is not a barrier to world-class coaching. Our team of British international athletes and experienced coaches has worked with runners across the USA, from Boston qualifiers to first-time marathoners. We coach online, through TrainingPeaks, with full personalisation and unlimited support wherever you're based in the world.
British Elite Coaching
The UK has one of the most competitive long-distance running cultures in the world. British coaches have produced Olympic champions and world record holders across every distance from 5k to ultramarathon. That coaching culture is shared with our team of coaches having worked with some of the best coaches in the world helping you get the best out of your training week and longevity in the sport.
When you train with JM Coaching, you get access to that knowledge without needing to live in the UK for a much more competitive price compared to US based online coaching providers. Our coaches work across time zones, delivering plans via TrainingPeaks and communicating via WhatsApp or video calls for those on our Gold coaching package. The experience is the same regardless of where you are in the United States.
Pricing in Context
How much does an online running coach cost in the USA?
Online running coaches in the USA typically cost anywhere from $30 per month for a basic static plan up to $300 per month for fully personalised coaching with weekly adjustments. The average for individualised coaching with regular support sits at around $150 to $180 per month, with premium packages that include comprehensive strength, recovery and frequent daily contact pushing beyond that.
At JM Coaching, our coaching starts from around $75 per month, with our top tier at $150, and every athlete gets a fully individualised plan, unlimited communication and a coach who has competed at the highest level. Our team of eight experienced coaches offer a level of expertise that sits well above the typical price point. For runners in the USA, that makes JM Coaching exceptional value for money.
Source: Marathon Handbook — How Much Does a Running Coach Cost?
The Process
You Apply
Fill in the short contact form. Tell us your goals, current weekly mileage, and target race. We will match you with the right coach and level of coaching.
Onboarding
Your own personal coach contacts you direct. You complete a detailed athlete questionnaire covering your history, lifestyle, and race schedule.
Training Begins
Your first three weeks of training are delivered via TrainingPeaks before you commit to anything. Workouts sync to your GPS device automatically.
Ongoing Coaching
Each week your coach reviews your data, adapts your plan, and is available on WhatsApp whenever you have a question or need to provide feedback on a workout.
Who Coaches You
Jonny Mellor
Head Coach and Founder
2:08:45 marathon PB. British international. GB marathon representative. Coaching since 2013.
Adam Craig
Senior Coach
Elite British road runner and track athlete. Specialist in road racing from 5k to marathon.
Ross Millington
Senior Coach
2016 Rio Olympian, UNM graduate, cross-country and road runner. Deep expertise in long-distance endurance training.
Mollie Williams
Coach and Physiotherapist
Qualified physiotherapist and elite runner. Specialises in injury management and female athlete development.
Izzy Fry
Coach
British international cross-country runner. Coaches runners of all abilities from 5k to marathon.
Zak Hanna
Coach
Elite trail and ultra runner. Specialist in off-road racing and mountain running for US trail athletes.
View the full team on the coaches page.
Coaching Packages
Bronze
Classic
per month, cancel anytime
Silver — Most Popular
Performance
per month, cancel anytime
Gold
Elite
per month, cancel anytime
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What Athletes Say
"I was an existing client of Jonny's based in the UK. When I relocated to the US I wanted to continue working with Jonny and the team. Since the move, my coaching has been unaffected and I have continued to improve and set personal bests."
Lynzie Flemming
Bolder, CO
"My sister based in the UK works with JM Coaching and spoke so positively about the coaching. I decided to reach out to Jonny and the team and despite my location and challenging heat I've enjoyed great success with JM Coaching."
Samantha Alden
Kissimmie, FL
"Despite being based in Australia I've ran PB's in every distance from 5km up to marathon working under the guidance of coach Adam. Even with the 12 hour time difference, Adam is there to offer support and guidance."
Luke Swan
Melbourne, Australia
Questions
Not at all. The coaching relationship is built around asynchronous communication via TrainingPeaks and WhatsApp. Your plan is delivered ahead of time and your coach reviews your sessions after you complete them. When calls are included (Silver and Gold packages), we schedule them at a time that works for your time zone. Many of our athletes are several hours behind (or ahead!) of us and the experience is identical.
Our packages are priced in GBP and payment is processed via PayPal. At current exchange rates (June 26), Bronze (£60/mo) is $75 USD, Silver (£75/mo) is $95 USD, and Gold (£120/mo) is $150 USD. Exchange rates fluctuate slightly month to month. There are no international transaction fees charged by us. Our PayPal account is a fully registered business account.
You will need a TrainingPeaks account, but you do not need to set one up before you apply. We walk you through the setup during onboarding. Silver and Gold packages include TrainingPeaks Premium, which allows your coach to upload structured workouts that sync directly to your GPS device. Bronze requires a free TrainingPeaks account.
TrainingPeaks syncs with Garmin, Polar, Wahoo, Apple Watch, Coros and most major GPS devices. If you run with a Garmin, structured workouts can be sent directly to your watch so your intervals and paces appear automatically on the device during your run. We also work with athletes who use Strava or other platforms to log sessions manually.
Yes. All coaching packages are monthly rolling with no minimum contract. You can cancel before your next billing date with no penalty and no questions asked. We are confident enough in the quality of our coaching that we do not need to lock you in.
Online running coaches in the USA typically range from $30 per month for a basic static plan up to $300 per month for fully personalised coaching with weekly support. The average for individualised coaching sits at around $150 to $180 per month. JM Coaching's plans start from around $75 per month, including a fully personalised training plan, weekly adjustments and direct access to your coach. With a coaching team led by a 2:08 marathoner, we believe that's some of the best value coaching available to US-based runners.
Whether you are chasing a Boston qualifier, a first marathon finish, or simply want to get faster, we're here to help.
