Running coach in Norwich

Experienced, friendly and professional running coach.

Running coaching from a former world class athlete.

People have busy lives and running for most people is a hobby. Simple, structured 1-1 running coaching can help you enjoy running more, improve your running and give it a purpose, all while fitting around your work, family and social life.

Coaching can help you improve by introducing or building on three key areas:

Adding a structure, a plan and goals to the running you’re already doing
Providing accountability, feedback and purpose to your running in a friendly, personal and productive way
Ongoing support and guidance to help you avoid common pitfalls, injuries and training mistakes

All coaching starts with an initial consultation. Plans and advice should be personal and tailored to you.

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Testimonials from my athletes

Paul has offered great advice during my marathon training, challenging me to do things a bit differently. He’s adapted my training as the inevitable problems have come along, and will get me to the...

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So I was turning 50 and I needed and wanted a new challenge, but I had an extra problem, I am severely sight impaired - blind - so could I possibly start running as I hadn’t done any since leaving ...

SARAH W

Paul met me first to discover what my training plan currently was, my lifestyle, goals and ambitions, and turned them in to reality. I was in regular contact, and even when things didn’t go to plan...

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Run coaching for runners of all levels

New to running and want help

Being completely new to running can be daunting. I can offer guided training plans, accountability and experienced advice to help you reach your goals. Whether those goals are to run your first 5k or to simply run injury free.

All runners looking for that special PB

Maybe you're going for a sub-30 5K or looking for a sub 40 minute 10k, I can help. I've got experience helping runners of all levels and have competed at the top level myself so I know what you're going through!

Runners coming back from Injury

When you've had time off from running due to an injury, it can be overwhelming and hard. You can't help but compare yourself to how you used to run which makes it harder. I can help give you guidance, a plan and the confidence to get back there.

Runners looking to run the distance

Whether it's your first marathon or your first 10K, I've got experience helping runners prepare for all new distances. This can include fuelling advice for longer runs as well as the training structure to help you run the distance and feel comfortable.

Common running coaching questions

+ How much does running coaching cost?

This depends on the coach most of the time but it normally ranges from £30 to £60 on some sort of regular basis. For individuals, my coaching costs £40 per month.

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+ How can a running coach help?

Coaching and how it can help you changes from person to person. Some people want the structure and accountability while some just want ongoing feedback and someone to consult with about future plans. Whatever you feel like you want from coaching, let's chat to see how we can work together.

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+ What are the benefits of having a running coach?

This changes from person to person but the main benefits people find from having a coach are:

someone external to discuss training and plans with
external, impartial advice on training and recovery
long-term guidance and an eye over everything you’re doing
help when starting out or going for a new challenge
someone to hold you accountable can also really help!

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+ When should I get a running coach?

There is no specific point in your journey that you’ll need a coach, but there can be a few key junctures where a coach is most useful. It’s worth saying too, whether you need a coach is a personal choice.

coaching can really help you get started and comfortable running and reaching those first few goals
it can really help experienced runners who have maybe plateaued and want to progress
if you suffer from a lack of motivation, the accountability and encouragement of a coach can really help
for newer runners, the injury risk reduction advice and training plans can ensure your running journey starts off as well as possible

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How run coaching works

Initial 1-1 meeting

All coaching starts with an initial consultation. Coaching should be personal and tailored and this is the perfect way to start that. This initial chat is about establishing a coach / athlete relationship. Coaching works best when we’re both on the same page.

This will be face to face and typically lasts 1 - 2 hours
We’ll go through your current training and fitness
Discuss your goals and objectives
Agree an initial training plan and race programme
and most importantly, make sure we’re on the same page.

Ongoing bespoke, run coaching

We’ll then stay in touch as this training programme begins. Training plans should adapt as training goes on and our contact will make sure training is always going ahead in the way that’s needed for you.

Weekly training updated and feedback
Ongoing advice for injury prevention
Experienced tips and advice for everything in between

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About me, Paul Evans

I started running at 25 which made me relatively late to the running game but I quickly grew to love absolutely everything about running. Luckily, it turns out I wasn’t too bad at it which allowed me to run some races I’m truly proud of.

More than anything though, i’m excited to use this extensive experience at every level the sport to help others improve and love running in the same way I do.

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