Coaching Consultations and Unsupported Training Plans

Coaching consultations give general advice to runners who are not looking for the full supported option and still want the expertise of a qualified and experienced coach in trail and ultra running.

The aim is to provide high-level direction and general options to guide you through the process of training and racing, and an unsupported plan for your goal race.  Ideal if you are not ready for the fully supported coaching option.

The consultation takes the form of an hour-plus call.  We would pin down your target race(s), and then I will write a bespoke plan for you to get you ready for those events, which would be delivered through TrainingPeaks straight to your phone and watch.

Additionally, there is a document providing the details of what was discussed during the call and providing guidance for you on how to adapt your training and prepare for your race.

The following are all areas covered as part of the consultancy:

• The Course

• Course Elevation (Vert)

• Specificity and Key Sessions

• The long run (Wednesday)

• Hill Reps

• Speed Sessions

• Strength Work

• Nutrition Considerations

• Race Week and Day

• Tapering

• Race Week

• Race day

• What we wear

• Pacing and Race Tactics

• Checkpoints

• Drop bags

• The DNF

• Final Advice

• Appendix

• Coach’s Bio

• Key websites

• Course GPX and Map

• Questionnaire Responses

• Mandatory Equipment

• Nutrition Options for Race Day and Training