31/05/2026
Most people are capable of far more than they realise, the problem is they never put themselves in an environment that allows them to discover it.
Over the years, Iâve seen it time and time again, people believing they need to get fitter before they can enter a race, join a group, tackle a mountain or think about an ultra.
What they often need isnât more fitness, they need confidence, knowledge, and guidance, and most importantly, they need to be surrounded by people who help them believe that bigger things are possible.
The trails and hills have a remarkable way of teaching lessons that extend far beyond running, they teach resilience when conditions arenât perfect, self-belief when doubt creeps in, perspective when life feels overwhelming.
Iâve seen runners go from doubting whether they could run a local trail race to standing on the start line of ultras they once thought were impossible, because they became more committed, more coachable and willing to learn.
Whether through military leadership, strength and conditioning, or coaching trail, fell and ultra runners of all abilities, one thing has remained consistent:
Growth happens when people place themselves in environments that challenge and support them in equal measure.
Thatâs why community matters.
Thatâs why coaching matters.
Thatâs why learning matters.
Not because someone else has the answers, but because the right environment helps you discover what youâre capable of.
If youâre looking to take the next step in your own trail running journey, I currently have one coaching space available.
There are also a limited number of places remaining on the Ultimate Trail Running Workshop at Waseley Hills on 18 October, where weâll be covering strength, movement, hill skills, mindset, nutrition and performance in the real world of trail running.
If either sounds like it might help you move closer to your goals, send me a message or visit my website for more details.
You might be capable of far more than you think.
