Trail and Ultra Coaching

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Trail and Ultra Coaching

Personalised coaching for the distance, terrain and adventures ahead.

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From your first trail race or 50km to 100 mile and 200 mile ultras, your training needs to prepare you for much more than simply covering the distance.  The race strategy, mental preparation, fuelling and hydration becomes more and more important in long or multi day races.

I have raced trail, ultra and multi day events myself and coached athletes for 100 and 200 mile races, mountain races and fell races.

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England Athletics Endurance Coach – UESCA Ultra running coach – 20+ years competitive running experience – 15 years coaching experience – Female running coach – UK wide online coaching

I started with Liz in 2022 I need help to get to my goal of running a marathon and then a 50 mile ultra,and what can I say with Liz’s help I achieved both,fantastic professional always there if needed,plans and spot on and liz will adapt it to your needs if required,with regular Weekly check ins if you need help,once I completed my ultra my motivation fell away but liz messaged me to try and get me back on track,I can not thank liz enough for helping me.ive had a few trainers and coaches but she is by far the best.

Darren

Coaching from experience

As a runner, I’ve competed in trail and ultra races and as a coach, I’ve supported athletes preparing for events ranging from their first trail or ultra race through to mountain races and 100 mile + races.

Training for ultras is more than just miles.  The training needs to be specific to the race you are preparing for but also needs to fit around your work, family and life.  This is where a coach can really help you manage that balance and provide support and insight about preparing for your specific event.  Making sure that you are prepared for the terrain, refining your pacing, fuelling and hydration strategy and that you are prepared to deal with inevitable challenges that occur in training and the race itself.

    Coaching for your race

    Trail and ultra races can vary a lot and your training needs to be specific to you, your goals and the race you’re training for.

    Mountainous race?

    Elevation, climbing strength and descending resilience

    Technical trails?

    Terrain specific training and strength to build confidence and skill

    Flat and runnable?

    Building endurance and speed to hold a faster pace over a long distance

    100 miles + ?

    Developing resistance to fatigue and time on feet but also developing good race strategies

    Mulit Day?

    Developing resistance to fatigue and time on feet but also efficient recovery strategies to be able to race consecutive days

    Liz has been coaching me since November and the whole experience has been fantastic. Liz is professional, knowledgeable and incredibly approachable. I have noticed a huge difference with following a structured and progressive programme. I have hugely valued the extra advice on fueling, kit and pacing ahead of my first ultra. Thanks Liz, I feel in very safe hands! 🙂

    Sophie

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    Ready to start your trail and ultra adventure?

    You don’t need to know exactly what coaching you need.  Book a free discovery call and we can discuss your goals, running background and the type of support that will help you get the most from your coaching.  No obligation, just a conversation about your running.

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    Testimonials

    Liz has been helping me with my half marathon and marathon training plan whilst helping me get over an ankle biggie. Liz has really listened to where I am at in order to help. My injury has improved and I am hitting my training goals. Thanks so much Liz x
    Fran

    I contacted Liz for help at the beginning of the year. After 18 months struggling with knee injuries, it became apparent that to get back to consistent running, I needed a structured plan incorporating not only running, but conditioning/ gym work and yoga as well. Liz was excellent, she prepared a program which slowly increased in intensity per week. Any queries/ questions I had with the training, were quickly answered via e mail or if required on the weekly call.

    10 weeks in , a 47 min 10k and a 1 hour 52 min half marathon. I can therefore highly recommend Liz, in achieving your running goals.

    Jonathan Clark

    Since starting my journey with Liz I have smashed my PB’s in every distance, including a 21 minute PB in the marathon! I went from an injured runner to completing my first ultra race in less than 3 months. Putting the race times and PB’s aside, I have grown in confidence as a person from my months of consistent training. I always have plenty of questions for Liz, some which I feel silly for asking but Liz is always there to answer them and give me the support I need without judgement. I couldn’t be happier being trained my Liz!

    - Jordan Gilbert

    “I have been following Liz’s plans for the past year and have achieved a PB in every race distance.  Without Liz I wouldn’t have been as consistent and probably would have given up on running. She is always there to offer advice and pick you up when you are down. I have never felt as healthy and this is all down to my training. I will be sticking to Liz’s plan for the foreseeable future. I still have to crack the sub 3 hour marathon and achieve an ultra  

    Thank you Liz for all your continued support and for putting up with all my moaning. I do secretly love running honest.”

    - Jemma Whyman

    Liz is a terrific coach who has helped me achieve multiple pb’s. The training plans are expertly crafted and Liz is always on hand to provide friendly, expert advice on all aspects of running. I would recommend her services without hesitation whatever your running goals may be.

    Nicholas

    I have now had liz as a running coach for just over a year and honestly never thought I would ever get the results that I’m starting to see whether is half/full marathon PB’s or 100 mile races Liz is the right coach. I was worried that I would just get a running programme and off I go but my experience has been much more personal, everybody is different some people like a lot of interaction and some not so much liz has a great balance and can not recommend her coaching enough.

    Ali Curtis

    Great coach. Helped me through a number of races over the past 6 months (fell, trail and road) and gave good structure to my training. Due to working shifts and having a 2 year old often meant unexpected changes in my routine, so a quick email or message and the training plan was instantly adjusted to suit. Monthly what’s app calls to have a catch up and the training plan was always 2 or 3 weeks planned in advance so nothing was ever just sprung on me which I find key to getting the right balance training/life balance.

    Jonny Martin

    Worth every penny! I’ve been coached by Liz for almost 6 months now and really love the support – with a custom training plan to fit around busy work and family life, but also with simply great listening and advice via messaging, phone and email! Overcoming some unavoidable niggles and colds, with Liz’ help, I’m pleased to have progressed and to have banked several PBs in a short period of time.

    Magdalena Schoerner

    If you are after a no-nonsense running plan that works then Liz is the perfect coach. She is extremely accessible, methodical and her coaching plans coupled with regular review sessions has made a tremendous difference to my running confidence.

    Subhash Agarwalla

    I would like to thank Liz for getting me through my first Marathon! Every time I had a problem, and there were quite a few along the way, Liz was able to give advice that worked in practice. Im fairly certain I would have picked up injuries that would have scuppered my chances if I had not engaged with her.

    Lawrence Glennon

    I’ve been coached by Liz since the beginning of 2022 and only have great things to say; within the first 6 weeks I’d already achieved a new sub 20 PB in a 5K race and I’m confident that we’ll continue to chip away at my times as the year progresses. I’ve always been really impressed by how Liz listens to the type of runner I am (low mileage) and adapts my training to make the most from that – she also, quite rightly, points out when I might be over committing in terms of back to back races which is exactly what I wanted from a coach. It takes a lot for me to sit back and allow somebody else to plan my training for me (I’m a type-A control freak) but I feel really comfortable with Liz doing this and trust her expertise entirely.

    Victoria Stears

    I’ve really enjoyed the support and encouragement from Liz.
    Over the last year Liz has coached me to a new pb at 5km and 10km which, considering I’m a seasoned runner in my 40s, is something else.
    I think what puts Liz above other coaches is the genuine interest she shows in what I am doing, always remembering what races I’ve entered and also any injury problems I have. She has adapted my plan to suit my lifestyle and needs and nothing seems too much trouble.
    I certainly feel that I am more than just a number and I believe it’s that personal touch that makes her better than the rest.
    A good coach should encourage and inspire and she does this in a very natural way.
    I would highly recommend anyone thinking about run coaching to contact Liz.

    Sally Smith

    Liz has been fantastic for my running. Coming back from a frightening experience I needed someone who understood I needed to retrain slowly but with confidence. I love waking up each day with an email telling me exactly what training is in store and that it syncs to my watch. The accountability means I go out and get it done knowing that I have hit key target sessions. Even the sessions I dread I end up enjoying – try saying that on your 5th hill repeat- but I honestly do even at the time of doing them. She is at the end of a What’s App for any concerns or questions and offers regular training calls if needed. Let her coach you, you won’t regret it

    Georgina Frowde

    I started my coaching with Liz in November ‘22 still recovering from an injury. I like to have a running coach to guide me, to help me set realistic goals & to encourage progress. I felt from the outset that Liz was the right coach for me as she listened to my fitness/injury concerns & adapted my training plan so that I could recover properly & slowly get back into doing what I love, running. It’s good to catch up over video call to give & receive feedback. I’m enjoying my running again which is so important to me.
    I highly recommend Liz & her coaching.

    Dawn Eccles

    I signed up with Liz just over a year ago, possibly the best decision I’ve made in my running journey! The plans she creates are individual and tailored to your needs. They are detailed and broken down into ‘layman’s terms’ which is great when you don’t know your threshold from your easy! She provides weekly catch ups but is also contactable throughout the week. Her support has allowed me to achieve an hour PB on my marathon and a half marathon time close to that achieved 10 years ago! She really listens to what you need and feedback on how you’re doing and adjusts or reassures accordingly. Can’t recommend Liz enough!

    Amanda

    Liz has continued to be very personable and professional from the start. From our initial consultation with her about our plans to run a 50 mile ultra in middle age, throughout our training.
    She has crafted our training programmes to suit our goals, lifestyles and abilities. With regular chats, if needed, she has reassured us, answered questions about fueling, fitness, aches and pains, all sorts.
    The software Liz uses is very convenient, with videos to show us whenever we want the exercises she has for us. This is great as it doesn’t matter if you’re home late from work, it is always to hand. I can also see what she has in store for the next week!
    Having the accountability was one thing I initially thought I needed to have, but not now. I’m in the flow of training. I know she is there analysing the data and reading my comments. I know she isn’t giving me something I cannot do, which would demoralise me. The increase in training has been steady and not a shock to my body or brain.
    I’m actually enjoying training, which I did not think I would ever say!
    I have never felt that, although not your archetypal athlete (in my mind), that I wasn’t worth giving time, effort and sound advise to.

    Denise Smith

    Liz is an incredible coach 🙌
    I started with Liz in 2019 8 weeks PP from my 4th baby with the intention to run the London Marathon…I could barely run 2.5 miles in 30 minutes, I’ve never completed the marathon though my own choice but 2021 saw me take podium positions in harder mid distance trail races and personal bests all round, not just by a few minutes, I’m talking over 30 minutes off my trail 10 mile time.
    Not only does Liz give you a foolproof plan, she’s also super supportive and understands my busy mum life, swapping things at short notice and it’s never a problem.
    A supportive, understanding coach is an essential to me before results, and Liz is that coach…oh and she gets the results too 👊

    Carly Evans

    Liz has been coaching me since November and the whole experience has been fantastic. Liz is professional, knowledgeable and incredibly approachable. I have noticed a huge difference with following a structured and progressive programme. I have hugely valued the extra advice on fueling, kit and pacing ahead of my first ultra. Thanks Liz, I feel in very safe hands! 🙂

    Sophie Tabor

    I’ve been Coached by Liz for 5 months now, I’ve gone from just turning up at races and winging them to running 260km a month. Every goal we set, I beat and it makes all the hard work worth while. I would highly recommend Liz!

    - Matt Evans

    Liz is the best coach that I have ever had. I have been with her for 5 years now and have only reached PB after PB in all my races. She tailors my running program to my needs and is incredibly knowledgeable with regards to what I need and how I need to train each week. I would highly recommend her to anyone who wants a highly experienced coach with a brilliant work ethic. 🙂

    - Antel Muller

    Fantastic training sessions that push me in a way that I can handle (with hard work!) and I would never plan myself. Seeing progress already, running fastest times in over two years – not bad now I’m in my early 50s!!

    Steve Ansell

    I have been coached by Liz for nineteen months and I can’t recommend her enough. She has helped me to increase my confidence by tailoring my sessions weekly to compensate for at times injuries/ niggles from my hyper mobility. She is always available by message and zoom calls are brilliant to help with focus and reflection on progress. I have seen increases in pacing and race placing that I have never achieved. Liz’s coaching has helped me incredibly with planning for and prep leading up to races. As a result I am planning for races that I never would have thought possible but now with Liz’s help feel are within my reach. Can’t wait to see what 2022 brings.

    - Emma Richmond

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