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Coach the Run helps midlife runners improve their performance and reach their goals through personalised advice and training plans, with expert advice from London Marathon winner Mike Gratton. Join our mailing list to receive running tips, event details, discount codes, and more every two weeks...

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Marathon magic: How to fuel, hydrate and recover 🍌😎

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, Marathon season is fast approaching, with London, Manchester and Edinburgh hurtling towards us! This week our focus is on what you can do before, during and after a marathon for maximum performance. We'll look at how to fuel yourself, stay hydrated, and ensure you recover quickly after a marathon. Trust your training and believe in yourself. You're capable of more than you know! RUNNING DIET What to eat to boost performance With proper...

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, What do the best marathon runners have in common? They've prepared well throughout their training and cared for themselves along the way. With a week until Brighton and under a month until London & Manchester marathons, our head coach, Mike, shares the secrets of tapering when it comes to marathon prep. We also share our tips for achieving the right mindset and building physical strength to run for longer. Plus, you can delve into our...

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, This week you can learn about how to prevent a common running injury – Achilles tendinitis. Ouch! We'll also help you master marathon endurance strategies. And share how long it should take to run a kilometre, depending on your ability. We hope you enjoy reading our advice about becoming a smarter, more resilient runner! Your goals are worth every drop of sweat! Run with purpose, run with heart. RUNNING RECOVERY How to avoid Achilles...

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, This email is all about running smarter and recovering better! With under 60 days until London Marathon, we're looking into sleep strategies to aid runners' recovery, as well as the benefits of gentle yin yoga. We also look at 5k performance boosters to help you achieve your personal goals. Don’t forget, β€œThe race is long and in the end it’s only with yourself!” RUNNING TRAINING How to run a faster 5k Incorporating a mix of low and...

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, As marathon training is in full swing for some of you, in this email, we share some insights for runners about understanding average marathon times across different groups and how to master your marathon pace with strategic long runs. In an article about how to treat your tum, we also explore the potential of probiotics for runners. If you missed it last week, get your free running year planner, get it now Get ready to elevate your...

Free running year planner by Mike Gratton

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, If you're embarking on your first marathon this year - great news! In this email, we share our guide to running your first marathon at a five-hour pace. Also, Mike has created a free guide to plan your running year ahead; get it today! And for experienced marathoners, we delve into the Seven Star Medal, which incorporates the Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, New York and Sydney Marathons! Plus find out how to measure your average...

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, How's the January training going? πŸ™‚ πŸ₯Ά If you have a busy family, we know it's not always easy to keep the momentum going, especially if you've been ill or had an injury. Here, Mike offers advice on creating a personalised plan that suits your life. We also share a fantastic free kettlebell workout to improve your strength and discuss the benefits of personalised running coaching. Running regularly means you're well on your way to...

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, Have you made a New Year's resolution to start running? πŸ€” Or are you hoping a friend or loved one might join your runs? Our complete beginner's guide is packed with tips to help anyone get started, including setting achievable goals, preparing your body, and what running gear to buy. In this email, Mike also answers a question about how long marathon training runs should be. Plus, we share the power of movement as medicine for challenging...

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, Hats off to all of you for continuing to show up and run – even when it's super chilly outside! With the winter solstice yesterday, brighter evening runs are around the corner! πŸ˜‰ β˜€οΈ In this email, we share a fantastic opportunity that will warm you up – an amazing running training camp in Portugal. Also, Brandon, our shoe expert, gives us his Christmas top 10 shoe review. Plus, if you're getting your runs in at night, we have an essential...

Here's your Coach the Run fortnightly email Hi Reader, Sometimes it's the small incremental actions that make all the difference. In this email, we share how just 30 minutes of running a day can make a big impact on your body and your mind. Head coach Mike explains what we mean by marathon pace, and we share our advice on overcoming post-marathon blues. Lace up those shoes and hit the pavement for a 30-minute run today! With just 20 weeks to go until the London Marathon on 27th April, now is...