The Running Hub

Wondering what to do in the last few weeks before your target race? We've got you covered! Today we discuss what 'peak week/s' are and what to do in them. And then how to prepare for the taper and what to do to make sure you're on the start line in the best possible way.    Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/TheRunningHubCommunity/ https://www.instagram.com/run_with_coachkatie/ www.therun...

Last weekend 10,000 people took to the streets of Cambridge to take part in one of the biggest half marathons in the country. We thought we would dedicate this weeks episode to the Running Hub and the amazing performances from our team members. We wanted to share with you what a successful weekend we had and share the huge wins for everyone.   If you're interested in joining the team, you can find...

In this weeks podcast, we're discussing confidence!! A very appropriate topic for a lot of Hub members who are just about to enter the taper and begin preparation for their spring races. Confidence can be a very difficult one and something that doesn't happen overnight, but hopefully with the tools we talk through on this episode you can feel as ready as can be by the time you're lining up for you...

In this weeks podcast, we're discussing a topic we recently covered in one of our Running Hub Community membership calls about heart rate, effort and paced based training. There's lots of research, theories and opinions on what people use to measure their training, so we thought we would cover all three and discuss what methods we use here at The Running Hub with our coaching clients.   And if you...

Recently a group of The Running Hub headed down to Battersea Park to do the 5km and 10km events with RunThroughUK. Today's episode is going to highlight the recent event, showcasing how the team got on, details about the course and discussing our top tips on how to improve your 5km time! This will be relevant to help you improve your speed and time over the 5km distance and also for parkrun.    Fo...

Today James and I are going to delve into what it's like to be a coach! We thought this would be a great insight into what goes on behind the scenes, how we became coaches, what we love about it so much and what type of coach we identify with being. A bit real, a bit raw, but that's what it's about round here… We like to be as open and honest as possible. Not only show the highs of running, but th...

Some of us are reaching the half way point in Marathon Training and are feeling all the feels!   Running Hub coaches Katie and James talk about what's been going on in The Running Hub this week and then go into the specifics of what to expect half way through your training cycle or block.   Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/TheRunningHubCommunity/ https://www.instagram.com/run_with_coach...

In today's episode we chat about parkrun!  The free weekly timed 5km that takes place every Saturday around the world.  We chatted through some fun facts and stats, what parkrun means to us, some of our favourite courses and how we plan to use parkrun in the future.  During the facts section, James mentions how many parkruns are there in the world, and he actually meant UK, there are more than 1,7...

Training for your first half marathon or wanting to achieve the next PB? This episode is for you!   Running Hub coaches Katie and James talk about what's been going on in The Running Hub this week and then go into the specifics of half marathon training.   We chat about the basics if you're training for your first half marathon and what's important. We then discuss some points for those wanting to...

This week's episode is all about getting the most out of our sports watch whilst running.  James and I currently use Garmin watches and have done for quite some time.  We chat through a number of things including: Watch Features How to get the most out of your watch  GPS Signal and Race Times  Garmin vs Apple Watches Garmin Connect vs Strava Training Status  VO2 max and Heart rate  We hope you enj...

Happy New Year and welcome to 2022! Our first episode of the new year.  In this week's episode, James and I sat down to talk about our goals for 2022, how they've been formed and also what are goals are with the Running Hub and where we'd like to see it in another 12 months. What goals have you set for the month? Let us know over on Instagram @therunninghubcommunity    www.therunninghub.co.uk kati...

Coaches Katie and James sit down in the penultimate episode of 2021 to reflect on the year, talk about our training, some of our achievements, hurdles and proudest moments!  Join us as we walk through the year and share some of our highlights!    www.therunninghub.co.uk Find us on instagram @therunninghubcommunity  Running Training Plans and Online Coaching katie@therunninghub.co.uk james@therunni...

In today's episode we invited Samantha Grainger, one of our original members of The Running Hub and one of our longest term online coaching clients onto the podcast to talk about her journey. We wanted to highlight her progression through the years, her love for medals and parkrun as she is an inspiration to many in the Hub. Sammy has ran 4 of the World Major Marathons with hope to run all 6 very...

In today's episode James and I chat about training over the Christmas period. We discuss how we're approaching it, what our clients may be up to and what to consider during this time.  For some, it may be an opportunity to train more, for others it's a time where more plans and family fun is on the card and for some, there's no changes at all!    Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/TheRunn...

As the new year approaches, it's time to start thinking about Marathon Training.  Coaches James and Katie sit down to talk about their experiences, what marathon training may look like and top tips to help you on your journey.  Lots of Running Hub Members are training for Manchester, Paris, Brighton, Boston, Milton Keynes and Edinburgh.  Follow us on @therunninghubcommunity on instagram.  If you w...

Coach James' favourite topic - trainers!  In this episode we chat about:  - What technology is in our running shoes - Why it's good to have more than just one pair – What trainers we are currently wearing – And where we see the future of super shoes.  To take advantage of our black Friday deals head to www.therunninghub.co.uk with 50% off membership or email us on katie@therunninghub.co.uk or jame...

In today's episode we're joined by our training group to chat through our weekly schedule, the dynamics of the group and why training together has so many benefits!  We hope you smile and laugh along with us on this one and hope that in the future you can find some training partners of your own too.  Follow us on instagram @therunninghubcommunity and www.therunninghub.co.uk

Join Katie and James for this weeks podcast all about winter training.  We talk about how to safely training during the colder and darker months, what you should be doing at the end of the year and how improving now will make you a better runner for the new year!  www.therunninghub.co.uk katie@therunninghub.co.uk, james@therunninghub.co.uk

Bex Carton ran the London Marathon on 3rd October 2021. She trained for 8 months to get to that stage, but at the end of it was subject to a few unkind comments after tweeting a picture once she had finished.  I knew, and everyone else knew around her how hard she trained for that race day. So I wanted to welcome Bex onto to the podcast to share her story, have her voice heard and open up the conv...

In today's episode we're joined by Running Hub member Sam Lewis who has recently run the Manchester Marathon in under 3 hours.  Sam joined us on the episode to talk about his journey from unfit to sub 3 marathoner and what has motivated him along the way.  We talk through his training process, what he's learnt and what it takes to reach that elusive barrier. 

In this episode we're joined by Running Hub member Dan as he shares his experience of starting his running journey around 4 years ago and now completing the London Marathon in 2021.  Dan shares his journey on how joining The Hub has taught him so much about training and put him in the best position possible to achieve a sub 5 marathon and enjoy every single minute of it, whilst also raising over £...

Coaches Katie and James sit down to chat about how this Autumn race season has gone. We've had Brighton, London, Berlin, Manchester and Loch Ness Marathons with lots of half marathons in the mix too.  We talk about how it was on the sidelines and as part of the cheer squad and some of the successes we have as a team!  The community we've built is really special.    Sign up for our Winter Workshop...

Both Running Hub coaches discuss how to recover well after a big race i.e. marathon.  With lots of big marathons on or around the corner at the moment, this is the perfect time to chat about what to do in the days and weeks after your marathon and how you can help speed up the recovery process. We talk from our own experiences and what's helped or not helped us out in the past!  Good luck to anyon...

In this episode, coaches Katie and James talk about everything you need to know in preparation for race week and day.  We cover nutrition, hydration, logistics, kit, mindset, race strategy and everything to get you best prepared for your marathon.  Social Media Links https://www.facebook.com/TheRunningHubCommunity/ https://www.instagram.com/run_with_coachkatie/ https://twitter.com/TheRunningHub_ w...

In today's episode Coach Katie answers your questions all about marathon training.  Featuring what's the best thing to eat for race day and long runs, can you train for a marathon on a treadmill and what's the best things to be doing in the last month before your marathon.    Head over to @therunninghubcommunity on instagram for some more information about training and our community!