23/09/2026
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I love sharing these reviews, because itโs not about what the coach knows itโs about how they apply it to THAT person. All my athletes are completely individual. Different jobs, lifestyles, dependant kids, and goals.
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When I contacted James, I had been running for a while but my first marathon was just 6 months away and I was unsure how to approach it. The volume of information online only confused me further. I was running for charity but also wanted to have a good race experience.
I was already aware of Bay Run Coaching and felt this could be the answer; clear guidance, help with fuelling and a personalised training plan.James took the time to get to know my goals, my running and injury history and the general structure of my life, then devised a training plan that took all of that into account.
Towards the end of my marathon training I started to develop some discomfort in my ankle. James reassured me andadapted our plan to ensure I was in the best shape possible,and I made it all the way to the finish line! Sadly, the niggle re-appeared post-marathon, and thatโs where the individualised approach really came into its own. Jamescreated a plan that included walk-run intervals and rehab exercises, and that very carefully got me back to running. I am now able to run 5k without pain, and we will keep building on this.
It sounds contradictory, but the biggest improvement I have noticed is my ability to recover well. During training, I was surprised at the distances I could run on consecutive weekends and then at how quickly my legs got back to normal after the marathon. Under Jamesโ guidance, I have introduced strength training into my weekly routine. Itโs never going to be my favourite thing to do, but I know itโs an important part of the picture.
I have also completed Jamesโ nutrition course, during which I learnt more about what I was eating and the tweaks I could make to maintain a balanced diet that would better support my running. I developed habits that will stay with me, and feel more confident fuelling pre, during and post-run.
I have always felt able to trust James. His coaching is based on his own experience as a runner, but also on years of study, research and continuous learning, including into issues that affect women specifically. I appreciate having access to resources which summarise all that knowledge, and to an active WhatsApp group of people willing to answer questions, share insights and encourage one another. I also know that I can contact James whenever I need his input or advice.
You donโt need to be a super speedy runner to benefit from coaching. If you want some accountability and structure to your training, if you want access to a coach who is readily available to support, encourage and develop your running, and who will work with you as an individual, then why not join Team BRC? I am glad I did.
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