Tales from the Trails
Collection of our blogs
Beyond the Unknown. Annie's journey to her first 100km ultramarathon
The aim isn't simply to create an athlete who can follow a training plan. It's to develop an athlete who understands their training, trusts their preparation and can make informed decisions independently.
Finding the Balance. Jennie’s first 100 miler
“Know your why.”
And prepare for things to go wrong. Thinking through possible problems beforehand, she says, makes them easier to deal with when you’re tired and your brain isn’t working quite as well.
Tom Doherty vs The Pennine Way.
“There was no way I was not gonna finish that… medal or no medal.”
Conquering The Lap Ultra: A Coach-Athlete Journey
Training for an ultra marathon is often a solitary endeavor, but the sense of community can be a powerful motivator.
Pushing Boundaries:
We shuffled the last 100m to the finish together, and 11hrs and 55 minutes after starting I was finished.
THE VIEW FROM THE CREW
How many times have you eyed up a new distance, or a course that looks incredible and then held back from trying it because of some fear holding you back?
Humble ‘Pye’
I didn't hear my name. However, in that split second, I realized something profound – the victory wasn't solely in winning the award; it was in the journey, the growth, and the unwavering support I received.
"Burn Your Brownie Points, Then Earn Them Back: The Ultra Running Balancing Act"
As you accumulate miles, you might notice a few raised eyebrows from friends and family, wondering if you’ve joined an exclusive “Runners Anonymous” club