Andy Prior PT & Running Coach

03/09/2026

Some amazing client success last night in the Hatfield 5k series organised by

Emma Steen improved on the previous weeks performance by almost 30 seconds coming in at 22.32 and is returning to full strength after a couple of weeks of illness.

Kerstin Prior improved to 24.17 which is 1 second off her PB - next weeks race is the solution for that apparently.

Mike Jeffs has continued on from last Sundays win with a 17.29 - an amazing feat of recovery.

Thanks also to .uk for their efficient timing as always.

I’m looking forward to getting to race 3 next week to push on again - who else is there?

02/09/2026

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30/08/2026

I’m so proud of these three client results today at the Stevenage 5k and 10k hosted by Stevenage Striders Running Club.

Firstly client Scott - mainly races ultras but is still building endurance and speed for later this year - he completed both the 5k and 10k races.

Secondly client Jay - building and focussing towards Abingdon marathon came SECOND in the race.

And last but by no means least Mike who ran both the 5k and 10k as sharpeners towards the goal race in the autumn but came away with FIRST place.

I’m really pleased that all their hard work is paying off and to get two clients on the podium this morning really does mean the world not only to them but also myself and who they were representing.

29/08/2026

We just about dodged the rain this morning, only a little bit damp 😊

What are your weekend plans?

28/08/2026

Got a question for you all as it’s Friday.

Would you rather run a marathon in wet jeans or dressed in a full fancy dress costume?

I’m not sure I could cope with the chafing from the jeans - but compared to the heat of the costume I have a real dilemma.

24/08/2026

I had this client feedback come in this morning.

Honestly it’s made me smile all day 😁.

This chap was a regular runner
Pushing on for PB’s a year ago

Then injury happened and he lost his way for a bit.

Knew he wanted to come back as he had unfinished business, but didn’t know how.

Compound that with a growing family, shift work and he is being pulled from pillar to post.

He just couldn’t seem to get his rhythm back.

Fast forward a few months;
Structure and routine ✅
Training to include the family ✅
Races entered ✅

He is now ready to take things to the next level - push harder than ever before - but the main thing…..

He is enjoying running again 😁

My model is different - but works.

Want to find out what makes me tick?
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23/08/2026

To find out more about how my approach differs visit www.andyprior-pt.co.uk

21/08/2026

I know I’m not everyone’s cup of tea and that’s ok 😊

As a coach I’m used to getting uncomfortable - in some ways that is my comfort zone - both when running and training in the gym.

Most successful clients are those that understand that if you want to become the best athlete you can be, then there has to be some level of discomfort along the way.

Marathon running isn’t meant to be easy.

However my method helps to reduce the friction and discomfort of training - I know, as I’m in the same trenches that you are.

If you want to find out more about me, my values and my beliefs on training visit www.andyprior-pt.co.uk

And once read if you like what you see and think we are a good fit apply, and we can schedule a 30 minute free call to see what’s getting in your own way

20/08/2026

Why does he always make me run hills?

I get asked these brilliant questions in my private group and the answers often go far beyond fitness or running a marathon.

In this Walkie Talkie, I explain what hill training gives you, what it doesn’t and how to decide where YOUR focus should be right now.

Watch the video, then tell me in the comments:

Are you currently prioritising HILLS, STEADY… or trying to balance both?

And if you’ve got a health or fitness question you’d like me to answer in a future Walkie Talkie, drop it below.

Your question could become my next video.

18/08/2026