Ryan Running Boston

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.

Ryan Running Celebration Half Marathon

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

  • 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

  • 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.