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Training hub

We’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced athlete, our plans will help you to make your upcoming race a great success.

Training plans

Running

Cycling, swimming, trekking, triathlons, obstacle races

Running training sessions

With 40 years' experience of coaching runners from elite to club level, Runningwithus are here to help you, so join our training sessions and get ready for race day!

Learn more about the training sessions

Stretching videos

Glute Stretch

Hamstring Stretch

Piriformis Stretch

Quad Stretch

Hip Flexor Stretch

Strava

You could triple your fundraising total by connecting your Giving Page to Strava! Strava is a free platform that allows you to track your training progress and share updates with family and friends.

Learn more about kickstarting your training with Strava

Nutrition guide

Our nutrition guide will help you to eat well whilst you train for your event.

Read our nutrition guide

Training glossary

Our handy glossary breaks down commonly used training jargon, to help you feel confident with your training journey.

Conversational pace

If you can’t hold a conversation, run slower until you can.

Fartlek

This is a Swedish term that literally means ‘speed play’. It involves several bursts of effort over a variety of distances with a variable recovery.

HMP

Half-marathon pace.

MP

Marathon pace.

S&C

Strength and conditioning.

Threshold run/pace

Run at a controlled brisk pace, about 80–85% of your maximum heart rate (MHR). You’ll only be capable of uttering a couple of words to your training partners.

TT

Time trial.

XT

Cross training is training that is balanced with some non-impact activities such as swimming, cycling, rowing or the cross trainer etc. It’s a good idea as without it, you’re more likely to pick up an injury that will set you back.

Undulating

A course that won’t be flat.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do you have any questions about your training? Read our most commonly asked questions.

Read our training FAQs