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You Can Run Faster
Our Running Coaches Can Help

Work 1-on-1 with a personal running coach for personalized training, expert guidance, and accountability.

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Every Run Gets You One Step Closer To Your Goal

Stop wondering if you can run faster.


Train with the support of a personal running coach who builds your training around your goals, schedule, and experience.


From first-time 5K runners to Boston Marathon qualifiers, we provide hands-on online running coaching to help you reach your next goal.

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We Coach Runners of All Levels Training For:

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Marathon & Half Marathon PRs

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First-Time Marathon & Half Marathoners

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Boston Marathon Qualification Goals

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Mile to 10-Mile Road Racing

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Ultra & Trail Running

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Fitness-Based Goals & HYROX

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Military & Law Enforcement PFTs

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Track (Distance) & Cross-Country

Online Running App

Have Complete
Confidence In Your Training

Your coach builds a customized training plan in a user-friendly running app. Then, you follow your plan, track progress, and get feedback from your personal running coach. Our training approach helps you reach your goals faster and more efficiently.

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1-on-1 Accountability From
Expert Coaches 

Get the guidance you need from our professionally trained full-time coaches. Your dedicated online running coach is available daily to answer your questions, encourage your success and hold you accountable. We’re as enthusiastic about your success as you are. 

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Tools To Make You A
More Knowledgeable Runner

Join the Run Your Personal Best team and receive exclusive benefits: Access a library of technique videos, connect with fellow runners in a supportive social community, get pre-race strategy and receive discounts on shoes and running gear from top retailers.

Our Programs Work
Hear What Our Clients Say

From first races to Boston Marathon qualifiers, we’ve worked with every type of runner. Through our years of experience and knowledge, we’ve developed a proven system that delivers results.

Our Experience Is Our Biggest Asset

Expertise that only comes through years of experience.

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Cory Smith

Elite Runner And Coach For Over 25 Years

Cory holds USA Track & Field Level 1 and Level 2 Endurance Certifications and has coached over 100 Boston Marathon qualifiers. He has been featured in Runner’s World, Outside, Trail Runner, Men’s Journal, and Muscle & Fitness. His training methodologies evolved through mentorship with world-renowned coach and four-time Olympian Marcus O’Sullivan.

He is a former nationally ranked runner at the D1 level. His personal bests include a 4:03 mile, 8:05 3K, 14:13 5K, a 1:10:28 half marathon at age 36, and a 4:31 mile at age 43.

Brandon Birdsong

Elite Runner And Coach For Over 20 Years.

Brandon holds a BS in exercise physiology and has been mentored by some of the world’s best distance coaches, including Damon Martin, a 30-time National Coach of the Year winner. He has been featured in Runner’s World, USA Today, and the Daily Mail.

He is a 2016 Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier and holds personal bests of 29:54 for 10K and 1:04:21 for the half marathon.

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Testimonials

Success Stories We’re Honored to Be Part Of

Your success matters to us as much as it does to you.

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I have worked with coaches before, but working with Cory was by far the best experience. He not only provided a training plan that focused on runs to improve my ability, but his tips around fueling, carb loading, recovery and strength training is what really made the difference. I was able to hit my goals with a 7 minute marathon PR and get a BQ with a healthy buffer. Not only did I PR, but more importantly it was my first marathon out of many where I actually felt good the whole run and didn't hit a wall thanks to his fueling advice.

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I’ve been working with Coach Brandon Birdsong for over three years. He’s extremely flexible and adaptable with training plans, consistently checks in, and is always available to discuss workouts and goals. Working with Brandon has truly transformed my running, and I can’t recommend his coaching highly enough. He’s knowledgeable, genuinely cares about your progress, and helps you reach your full potential.

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I'm not a fast runner, so wasn't sure I "deserved" to work with a coach. Every week Cory adjusted to how I was feeling, adjusted for my crazy work and travel schedule and helped to rein me in when I was pushing too hard. He supportively guided me to decisions on races and paces. He offered great support with access to nutrition experts and helped to get my mind and body in a better place. After all this hard work, I ran to a 63 min marathon PR!! Working with Cory has been great and I can't recommend him enough for ANY runner, at ANY pace!!

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Almost a year ago, I was chronically injured with ITB pain. I wasn't sure what to do. So, I reached out to Brandon and he has been nothing but FANTASTIC! I was able to train through the injury - I got strong AND healthy. He used Cross Training to build my strength and set me up for one of the biggest racing successes of my life - a 3 HOUR PR at the same 50 mile course just 1 year later. I am grateful and can't imagine training without him! #coachoftheyear

Coaching Plans & Pricing

Personal Running Coaching for Every Level of Support

Pick the support level you want, from self-guided structure to high-touch coaching and race-day planning.

Coach-Built, Self-Guided

Lite Coaching

Best for runners who want a custom plan:

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Tailored to your day-to-day schedule

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Structured workouts with coach-set paces

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Resources to train confidently on your own

$59/mo

Priced weekly. Billed upfront.

Premium Coaching

Best for runners who want a 1-on-1 coach:

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Ongoing training oversight & feedback

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Direct coach access for questions

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Flexible structure, real-time adjustments

$159/mo

Month-to-month pricing.

Coach-Built & Guided

Marathon Premium+

Best for runners who want all-in marathon:

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Personalized fueling & hydration plan

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High-touch oversight & feedback

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Monthly check-in calls & pre-race plan

$299/mo

+ $99 onboarding fee.

Limited spots. By application only.

Coach-Built, Team-Guided

How does online running coaching work?

With an online running coach, you get a personalized training plan and support to help you reach your goals.

Your coach learns about your goals and experience, and then builds a custom training plan for you in a user-friendly running app. This plan is designed to fit your lifestyle and tailored to help you meet your running goals.

 

You follow your schedule and track runs in the app, and your coach monitors your progress and adjusts your training as necessary. You’ll also have access via phone, email or text to ask questions as they arise. 

The result is a true 1-to-1 coaching experience that ensures you have the accountability and support you need to succeed.

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Built on 1000+ Coach–Athlete Partnerships

From First Races to BQs and Personal Records

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