08/10/2026
Big client win for Don in her first half marathon race!
The goal? Sub 2 hours.
The result? 1 hour 55 minutes ✔️
A solid 10 week preparation went into this from Don.
We created a programme that worked around Donna’s lifestyle and commitments away from the gym and then focused on slowly building her weekly mileage up whilst managing fatigue and ensuring her performance remained our priority.
I asked Don for some feedback on her experience post race.
𝗪𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮?
One of the biggest lessons has been learning to slow down. When I first started, I would’ve thought that running faster meant I was getting fitter.
Instead, I’ve learned to run at a slower pace, enjoy the experience and appreciate what my body is capable of.
There’s something really rewarding about being able to look back and realise that what once felt like a long run of 30 minutes has gradually become 60, 75, 90 and finally my half marathon.
Seeing that progress has been incredibly motivating. It hasn’t happened overnight — it has come from consistency, commitment and turning up even on the days when I didn’t necessarily feel like it.
Great work Don! Into prep number two now.
HJR ✌🏼