Aidan O'Hern

Hi, I’m Aidan—founder of Shinkansen Stride and your personal running coach.

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I’ve spent over a decade immersed in the world of competitive running. As a former NCAA Division I Cross Country and Track & Field athlete, I had the honor of serving as team captain for three years—leading a program that competed at the highest level of collegiate athletics. During my career, I won multiple conference and regional championships, broke school records, and pushed myself to the limit on tracks, roads, and trails across the country. My personal best in the mile is 4:02, and every second of that time reflects years of discipline, setbacks, breakthroughs, and growth.

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But beyond my own running career, what truly fuels me now is coaching. I've had the privilege of working with athletes across a wide spectrum of abilities—from passionate amateurs training for their first 5K to sub-4 minute milers and Olympic Trials qualifiers in the marathon. I've coached athletes to milestones like a 3:45 1500m, sub-1:50 800m, sub-14:00 5000m, and a 2:19 marathon. Each journey is different, but the goal is the same: to help runners believe in themselves and train with purpose.

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I created Shinkansen Stride to bring structure, accountability, and individualized strategy to athletes around the world—whether you're chasing a PR or just getting started. My coaching philosophy is rooted in what I’ve learned through both my successes and my setbacks: the best results come from setting realistic, obtainable goals, committing to them consistently, and having a coach who knows how to meet you where you are and guide you forward.

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If you’re looking for guidance, motivation, and a training plan that’s built for you—I’m here to help. Let’s take your running to the next level, one stride at a time.