Do you love running, but always live in fear of your next injury?
Have you trained for races you never got to start?
Do you run with one ear to your knee, just waiting for it to complain?
Know you should be doing strength work, but don't know where to start?
This is why you struggle.
You treat an injury after it happens, rather than before.
Your physio isn't wrong.
They probably got you running pain-free, but you stop rehabbing the second the pain stops. You lose the strength you've built, so the pain returns.
Resting only does so much.
The pain fades, so you assume the problem is fixed. The tendon or joint is exactly as weak as it was when it broke down, so it breaks down again.
Targeted Exercises aren't enough.
Glute bridges for the sore knee and some band work won't build a body that copes with running week after week. It needs proper, progressive, full-body strength training.
You can't just wing it in the gym.
Without a plan you won't progress, and without progression nothing changes. Few people stay consistent with a plan they invented themselves.
Bulletproof yourself against injury
With a 3-pronged approach to your strength & conditioning:
Strength Training
Build a foundation of strength around every joint in your body, making you more durable, stable and capable of handling much more force through your joints.
Plyometrics
Capitalise on your strength by training your muscles & tendons to rebound more force & faster, helping you stay injury free and run more efficiently.
Mobility
Ensure your body can produce & absorb force through it's entire range of motion, and relieve that constant feeling of tightness and impending injury from your training.
What you get:
01
A Strength Programme built around your running.
Written for you, fitted around your races and your week, so lifting helps your running instead of competing with it.
02
Video Demos for every exercise.
You'll know what you're doing and why, even if you've never set foot in a gym.
03
Plyometrics & mobility built in.
Added at the right time, so your tendons and joints are protected before they become a problem.
04
Direct access to me.
I'll check in with you every week & feedback on form when you need it. Your plan changes as you get stronger, so you keep progressing rather than stalling.
What happens when you sign up?
You tell me about you
We'll discuss your running, your injury history, your experience in the gym, equipment/gym access, and your goals.
I'll build your programme
I'll put everything we spoke about into action, and then talk you through every step of it. You'll have exercises, sets, reps, form guidance etc.
You start lifting
Many runners will feel the difference from around 4-6 weeks. After 12 weeks, you'll be pain free, stronger than ever and not fearing injury.
How much does it cost?
£25 per week.
Billed weekly from day of sign up via Direct Debit.
No contracts or minimum commitments.
Trying to tie you in to paying me for a set amount of time isn't how I work. If you continue to pay me, it'll be because I continue to help you.
14-day money back guarantee.
For added peace of mind, if you're not happy with the service or decide it just isn't for you, let me know within 14 days and I'll refund you in full.
Testimonials
I’ve been seeing Charlie for the last year to improve my strength, recover from injury and prepare for a long distance triathlon event. Charlie tailors programmes to do individually and with him in the gym. I thoroughly enjoy the sessions and have become stronger and fitter as a result.
Ginny
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, there's no contract so you can cancel anytime.
Do I need a gym membership?
Your results will be better if you use a well-equipped gym, but it's not absolutely necessary. There is plenty of strength to be built with minimal equipment.
How much time will this take each week?
For most people, 2 sessions of 45-60 minutes each week, plus some plyometric and mobility work that can be added to these sessions or before/after runs.
How is this different from seeing a physiotherapist?
I'm not trying to treat an isolated injury. My approach is to build strength through every muscle group & joint to create a body resistant to injury.
Won't I be too sore to run properly?
You might feel sore at first, but after your first 2 weeks it'll be negligible. We'll also work around your schedule so we don't send you into a key running session with sore legs.
How long before I feel a difference?
Strength rewards consistency. After a few weeks you'll be feeling stronger, after a few months you should be near enough pain free. But strength is something that can take years to build, and can regress quickly if you stop, so patience is key.