Runnin’ with Stackzzz
Custom coaching built for you, first 5K to sub-3.
What Ryan Believes
No two runners are the same, and your training SHOULD NOT be either.
Ryan’s coaching philosophy is built on personalization: every plan is shaped around your goals, schedule, and recovery needs. With the right structure (and the right fuel), you can chase big dreams, stay injury-free, and actually enjoy the process.
This isn’t one-size-fits-all running. It’s training designed for your life.
Meet Your Coach
Ryan Stack — Endurance coach, strength-first runner.
Marathons: 2:42:29 (BQ debut, FL heat), 2:47:55 (Boston ‘25, 8-week post-injury comeback block), 2:45:57 (Chicago ‘25)
Half Marathon: 1:17:17 (Celebration ‘25)
Ultra: 45 miles in 6:31:45 (8:42/mi) — yes, his first race ever
Background: former bodybuilder/powerlifter → endurance athlete. Brings strength + durability into every plan.
Coaching philosophy: train smart, recover well, get durable, get fast. Grounded in the Jack Daniels framework, personalized to your life, schedule, and history.
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How Coaching Works
Step 1: Consult (free): We talk goals, history, time available, past injuries.
Step 2: Custom Plan: Ryan builds your block in VDOT, tailored to your paces, life, and race calendar.
Step 3: Train + Adjust: Weekly updates, feedback, and adjustments based on how you’re feeling and performing.
Step 4: Race Ready: Pacing, fueling, taper, and race-day plan, no guesswork. -
What You'll Get (Monthly)
Custom plan in VDOT (paces auto-calibrated to your fitness)
Weekly adjustments based on feedback + life schedule
Strength integration (simple, effective sessions for durability)
Race strategy (taper, pacing, and in-race fuel guidance)
Messaging check-ins + quick video/voice notes as needed
Injury-aware modifications to keep progress moving
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Who's It For?
New runners building from walk/run to first 5K or 10K
Returning athletes who want structure without burnout
Half and full marathoners chasing PRs or Boston
Advanced runners aiming for sub-3 / BQ-mindset discipline with real-life balance
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Training Style
Jack Daniels backbone: quality sessions with purpose, not junk miles
Quality > quantity: mileage that fits your capacity
Strength + mobility: lift smart to run fast (without feeling wrecked)
Data-informed, athlete-led: we use numbers, but your body has the final say
Pricing
Founding rate: $100 / month (month-to-month, limited spots).
Includes consult, custom plan, and weekly coaching.
Ready to Run Your Plan?
Start with a free consult.
Tell Ryan your goal, timeline, and where you’re at now — he’ll map the smartest path from here to the finish line.