Category Archives for "Beginners"

Couch to 5k Squad Member Interview: Running Alone with a Coach on your Shoulder

We’re now helping more people who cannot attend club runs than ever before. Watch this video to learn why Helene prefers to run alone and how she’s made it to week 7 of our Couch to 5k Programme. Helene does not consider herself a sporty person and even confesses that she’s not really accepted that […]

Beginner Running Interview in Week 7 of Couch to 5k Programme

Louise Bruce joined Cheltenham Running Club in April 2018 and enjoyed the experience so much she’s agreed to do this video interview with Head Coach, Conor Graham. Louise explains how she’d always looked at runners in the street and wondered how they were able to continue running so long without taking regular rests.  She goes on […]

How to Crush the Couch to 5k

If you or anyone else you know has failed to complete the NHS or any other Couch to 5k Plan then you’re not alone…In fact practically every one of our successful Couch to 5k members failed the NHS Couch to 5k before they found us. Watch this video to learn why so many people fail the […]

Taking Supplements and Carrying Water During a Run

 Ever wondered whether you should take supplements during a sub one hour run or race? Watch this video to learn the answer and why carrying water can lead to injury…

What to do if your Group is Running Too Fast

Have you ever found yourself in a group which is running faster than they’d originally agreed on? If you find yourself at the back of this group and struggling to keep up then there are some actions you can take to ensure you don’t find yourself walking home or back to your car alone. Watch […]

How to Run Faster with Arm and Leg Drive

 Ever feel like you have the energy and lung capacity to run faster but simply don’t know how? If you’ve paced yourself well then you should always have the capacity to pick up the speed at the end of your run. Watch this video to learn how to use your elbows and knees to pick […]

How to Find Your Ability and Choose the Right Running Group

Have you ever run with a group of people who were much too fast for your ability on the day? Running with the wrong people can be a huge hit for your motivation and even lead to injury but if you know what you’re capable of then you’re going to make much better decisions about […]

New Beginner Runners Appeal

Every 13 weeks our Couch to 5k members move into non-stop running groups. This means we need new people to come in and help us ensure we can keep the Couch to 5k programme going. Watch this video to hear what happens and how you can get involved. 

Beginner Stories and Advice from Peter Baylis

Watch this inspirational and informative talk from Peter Baylis to pick up the beginner tips you need to keep running. 

Annie Gillon discussing her Motivation to Walk and Run in Events

Need some inspiration to get active? Some people take on challenges which push them and allow them to learn more about themselves. Learn how Annie’s love of walking led to a love of running and many more challenges along the way.