29/08/2025
Thanks for the wonderful testimonial Luke
I first started with Kevin in 2024, just after I ran my first marathon using an online AI running app as my coach and not quite getting the experience I wanted and feeling under prepared on race day, he was recommended to me by a friend who had seen great results.
Fast forward a year with Kevin and I have shaved off a minute on my 5km, PB’d my HM time by 9 minutes and knocked 24 mins off my marathon time in Paris early 2025.
Whilst the AI app was helpful and had its benefits, my running has really improved in a way I didn’t think it would if I hadn’t switched to Kevin (an actual real coach).
Some of the me differences:
Accountability: Being accountable to a seasoned professional coach who has ‘been there and done it himself and who trains other great athletes is infinitely more motivating and reassuring than following an app plan.
Expertise advice: Kevin is available at the drop of a hat for advice, to make changes to my plan and ask specific questions about training or the race itself. Having someone to give you a pep talk and discuss race day tactics based on your training and race conditions is something that was really missing for my first marathon.
Truly tailored running plans: one main difference between Kevin and the app was the ability to seek advice and alter training ti account for niggles and injuries which you will invariably pick up - Kevin has switched in swimming, cycling and cross training to help maintain fitness whilst navigating injuries through my plans. In addition, whilst Kevin coaches a range of athletes at all levels and ages, he still maintains that personal tailored approach that factors in your own journey and ability.
Encouragement and engagement: it’s easy to follow a plan if you are willing to put in the hours, but having that interaction and feedback with an actual coach in your moments of doubt again has been highly motivating to know you are on the right path, allowing you to know when it pick up or slow it down.
I would recommend Kevin to anyone , and whilst apps have benefits and work for many, for me, having an actual coach in your corner has been a game changer.