Run Coaching
Bespoke 1:1 Run Coaching
Running has been a big part of my life in recent years.
In 2013 I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, the neurologist’s prognosis was to expect severe mobility issues within three years. Looking back now I remember thinking that I had to attack my bucket list… one of those items was to run a marathon.
I signed up for a few 10ks to see if I was cut out for it, then eventually registered for the Paris Marathon 2 years post diagnosis. With little strategic training I pounded the streets of Paris to tick it off. There were those who said to me “it doesn’t matter if you don’t finish” but at the time, finishing was everything.
Fast forward 12 years I’ve since completed a plethora of marathons and ultra distances with running becoming a hugely important part of my life, despite the physical challenges I can face day to day to get out and run.
Running is my release both physically and mentally and throughout the last 12 years I’ve grown to understand the importance of this attainable movement. The running community has also been an incredibly powerful benefit of enjoying this sport… from the parkrun nexus, to the running club, the Strava-ians, the instarunners, and WhatsApp groups to name but a few.
Now a qualified licensed run coach through England Athletics, I work with individuals of all abilities to support them to achieve their running goals, adopting a holistic approach across mental resilience, fitness and shaping optimal running form.
You can find my services:
RunTogether: A platform that makes run coaching sessions available to everyone, they can be booked via the RunTogether portal here.
Bespoke 1-1 sessions: Book a discovery call on my home page to discuss your requirements or drop me an email (see below). Perfect for someone looking for a tailored program ahead of a running event or for someone looking to improve technique, achieve a target etc.
Corporate sessions: Available by request, please send an email for further discussion
What people say
Alex provided me with a 16 week bespoke training plan for my 3rd London Marathon. Target was to break the 3hr30 mark. With week by week tailored sessions based on my feedback and progress Alex ensured my training was on target.
After some useful advice and words of guidance from Alex on race day I managed to comfortably complete the Marathon in 3hrs28.
Great enjoyable training sessions provided and objective achieved, thanks Alex.
Simon
Norfolk
We decided on a goal to get a sub 20min 5k and improve my speed and power (I was previously a long distance runner). Alex carefully crafted an 8 week program to achieve this whilst also making intelligent edits and reductions to accommodate my busy work schedule and demanding stunt training. More is not always more! At the end of the program I could not have been happier to achieve a sub 20min time (19.28)!
Alex you are a brilliant coach and anyone would be lucky to be under your guidance to achieve their running goals.
Daisy
London
Come rain or shine, Alex met us once a week at our office to put a group of us through our paces in preparation for the London marathon. He always had a smile on his face, was friendly, professional and his natural enthusiasm for running was infectious.
His well crafted sessions catered for the range of abilities in our group which made it possible for us to all enjoy the training sessions together. Over the weeks we all noticed an improvement in our running speed and stamina, and this was bourne out in some great achievements come marathon day.
Some of the biggest positives to come out of the training sessions with Alex were the motivation he gave us for training, expert advice on how & when to train, great running tips, and practical hints and tips for the big day. I will look forward to the opportunity to train with Alex again in the future.
Paul
London
