Coach Chuck McDanal

I want to help you start running or be a better runner. My process is caring, thoughtful, flexible and accessible. And it’s based on data, science, experience, and the collective wisdom of what has evolved from the contributions of decades of the world’s best coaches.

I’ve been an active runner for 12 years and run thousands of miles and about 150 races, including 11 marathons and an ultra. I qualified for, and ran, the 2019 Boston Marathon, and have been on the board of the Lakeland Runners Club since 2014. This is an active club with 500+ members that has great programs in the community. I served as club president, three terms as vice president, co-directed 10 of the club’s races, and am an RRCA-certified running coach. A deep love for running is why I coach and find so much joy helping people start running, or become better runners.