Training Philosophy

Train the individual, not the system

When it comes to endurance training, every athlete is unique – what works for one may not work for another. That’s why personalized, well-rounded training is essential. I take the time to thoroughly understand each athlete’s personal, physical, and mental circumstances, tailoring every aspect of their development plan. While no approach is ever one-size-fits-all, the key to success lies in how the athlete responds to each workout and stimulus. That’s why my coaching focuses on continuous feedback, open communication, and a flexible fortnightly training plan to ensure ongoing progress and results

Let go of the ego

The ability to practice discipline and stick to the workout goal is one of the greatest lessons a runner can learn when the temptation to chase Strava kudos is overwhelming. Know your worth and stick to the session plan, the time to run fast is reserved for your interval/speed session. Running faster than your session goal is a one way trip to injury, illness, overreaching and missed training as a result of the aforementioned.

Be Patient

You have chosen the long and winding road. There are no hacks, shortcuts or get fit quick training sessions.
Runners will see aerobic training gains at approximately 8 weeks and anaerobic training gains in approximately 5-7 weeks.
When you find yourself on a plateau with no improvement for months, you must have faith, work through the despair and eventually you will reach your goals - IT JUST TAKES TIME!

Consistency and frequency

‘The best training is the training you can keep doing’
The body is an organism and requires constant and ever changing stimulus to improve. The only way to achieve this is by adopting the discipline required to enable you to keep training with a sensible approach. Science has confirmed that consistent training is the only way to improve long term.

Listen to your body

You must learn to hold back slightly.
My training plan is designed with gradual progression in mind and each session is planned to slightly embarrass the energy system we are targeting.
The phases within the training plan are designed to prepare you for the next phase, the ‘see god’ workouts must be earned by adequately preparing the body to be able to handle this stress.
‘No pain, no gain’ is for athletes that will become injured, overtrained and burned out.
Good recovery will encompass the most important aspect of your training by minimising stress, eating well, stretching and allowing enough sleep.

Support and Mental Health

You are what you eat, and you become what you think.
If you're stressed and unhealthy, adapting to endurance training can be more difficult. My coaching service fosters open communication, personalized support, and a flexible approach, tailored to fit the demands of your busy and stressful life beyond exercise.
Honesty is at the core of my coaching philosophy, and I encourage transparent conversations every step of the way.

Have fun

Stay focused on your goals, but remember to maintain balance and enjoy other aspects of life. Training should be just one part of who you are, and it should fit seamlessly into your lifestyle.
Variability and modulation not only keep training interesting, but they’re also crucial for improving your running.