FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Typically 16 weeks. This assumes you have the required base line of fitness already in place and that you can demonstrate the strategic fundamentals of advanced / superior running.

The ADVANCED STRATEGIES OF RUNNING PROGRAMME is a minimum of 8 weeks. However if you feel you would like more time in achieving your results before moving on to learn about the superior strategies i.e. how to run faster then you can opt for pay-as-you-go coaching sessions via my hourly PERFORMANCE CONSULTING and if you wish at the same time bolt on my MAINTAINING FITNESS PACKAGE. This way you can take your own time to master your running form confidently. 

Programmes are tailored to individual needs, fitness levels, lifestyles. These can change on a weekly basis and so programmes often need to change too. Therefore programmes are usually issued every 2 weeks.

24hr Cancellation Policy

• Please inform me at the latest within 24 hrs of any session you cannot attend. Any cancellation after this period will be charged in full. This applies to In-Person Sessions.

Termination of Monthly Training Programme

• If you wish to cancel your monthly training programme, a minimum of 14 days’ written notice is required. The programme and associated monthly fee will terminate at the end of the relevant calendar month.

Changing to an Alternative Training Programme

• If you wish to transfer to an alternative training programme, a minimum of 14 days’ written notice must be provided. Any requested change will take effect at the start of the next applicable billing cycle or calendar month, subject to availability and agreement. Any difference in programme fees will be applied from the date the new programme commences.

        This ensures sufficient time to review your request and make            the necessary adjustments to your training plan and coaching            support.

Payment Policy

• Full payment must be made and cleared prior to receiving any package or attending any session.
• Please see Payment Options for how to pay.

After the right package has been chosen for your running journey an invoice will be emailed to you. Once paid for in full, your running journey will begin. If your package involves a monthly subscription, full payment must be made before the following month commences. You may find it easier to set up a standing order. If your package starts mid-month then fees will be prorated until the end of that month.

Payment can be made via Bank Transfer to:

Davina Ellis

Starling

60-83-71

05980488

Initially before embarking on ANY coaching session with me, You must have completed the following forms:

• Athlete Profile
• Medical History & Health Disclosure
• PAR-Q

These will be emailed to you after making contact with me.

You can contact me via:

• The CONTACT PAGE click here
• WhatsApp  click here or +447714695358
• Mobile Phone click here or +447714695358
• Email click here or davinaellisrunningcoach@gmail.com

Assessing how your foot moves while running to determine your level of pronation is vital in finding the right shoe. It is hard to determine this yourself. A good fitting shoe that matches your running gait and running discipline will help improve your running performance as you are less likely to get injured and therefore are in a better position to progressively build on your performance and smash that ultimate goal you are after, whether it be maintaining fitness or achieving that personal best [PB].

An appointment can be booked with UP & RUNNING [Harrogate] to have your running gait analysed on a treadmill. Please bring with you your current running shoes.

The following is an example taken from wk. 9 of a 16 wk. sub 2:50hr marathon training programme which can be found in the SUPERIOR TRAINING PROGRAMME:

MONDAY

7 miles - EASY PACE

TUESDAY 

3 mile WU - EASY PACE [stopping after miles 1 & 2 to stretch appropriately / potentiating in mile 3]

8 x 1000m - 10K PACE [with 1 min moving recovery]

3 mile CD - EASY PACE 

WEDNESDAY

13 - EASY PACE [stopping after miles 1 & 2 to stretch appropriately]

THURSDAY

9 miles - Alternating EASY & 10 mile PACE [stopping after miles 1 & 2 to stretch appropriately]

2 mile CD - EASY PACE

FRIDAY

Rest Day

SATURDAY

Parkrun - 5k PACE

SUNDAY

22 miles - FAST STEADY / SLOW MARATHON PACE pushing the last few miles into a FAST MARATHON PACE.

[stopping after miles 1 & 2 to stretch appropriately]

2 miles CD - EASY PACE 

You will require a GPS running watch with advanced metric features that is compatible with Strava, allowing for automatic syncing of your activities. This is important for you to track your own live performance and for any data to be analysed.