Get strong and condition your body
Strength training by a running-specific S&C coach
Strength Training Benefits
Strength and conditioning (S&C) is the thing that most runners know they need to do but often struggle to find the time (and let’s be honest, motivation) to do it. S&C not only corrects weaknesses in your body which helps to protect against injury, it also improves your efficiency, ultimately making you faster.
Knowing where to start, what exercises will be the most beneficial, and having access to weights without incurring expensive gym fees can all feel like barriers.
Come train with me, a UKSCA accredited S&C Trainer through classes or 1:1s, and see how you can build strength the right way, without wasting time (or energy).
- Corrects weaknesses
- Helps prevent injuries
- Boosts endurance
- Enhances your performance
- Makes you better runner
- Is fun! (Promise)
Group Classes
Strength & Conditioning @ The Hub (Magor)
Bodyweight classes for runners who are new to strength training.
- New community building with on site parking, toilets and the all important vending machine.
- Foundational moves and plyometrics
- 12 spaces per class
Friday, 6-7pm
£7 per class or £30 for five.
Strength & Conditioning @ The Pod (Crick)
Weights-based classes for runners who want to get stronger and prevent injury.
- Fully equipped private gym space with on site parking.
- Strength and power-based exercises
- 4 spaces per class
Thursday 5:30-6:30pm and 7-8pm.
£20 per class or £100 for six.
1:1 sessions
Strength & Conditioning @ The Pod
Weights-based 1:1 sessions available.
- Foundational movements, weights, plyometrics and drills
- Fully equipped private gym with on site parking. It really is just you and me!
- Full screening to identify focus areas and bespoke programme designed for you.
1:1 sessions available on:
Thursday @ The Pod, between 12-5pm
Friday @ The Pod, between 12-3pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about S&C?
Runners need weight to build strength which will power their running, but that doesn’t suit everyone – particularly newer runners or those looking to build confidence.
If you’ve previously been to the gym, but are looking for runner-specific exercises then a class at the Pod would suit you.
If you’re looking to overcome a particular issue, such as addressing an injury niggle, then a programme designed for you through 1:1 at the Pod would suit you.
If you’re looking to start some S&C and want to gain confidence in moving your body, then a class at the Hub would suit you.
If you have any doubts, just drop me a message and I’ll happily help!
A S&C trainer is more orientated towards sporting performance, while a personal trainer (PT) address more holistic goals, such as weight loss.
Both will offer support in building strength, but if improvement in your sport of choice is your aim, then a S&C trainer provides a more specialised service.
Short answer – yes!
While the sessions are designed towards building strength in the muscles that runners most rely on, the same muscles are used in our daily life, meaning S&C builds functional fitness too.
Many runners also undertake other sports, which I adapt their programme to support too, such as netball, cricket and football, meaning that sports can complement – not compete against – each other.
It sure can be, particularly when you’re on your own and you’re not quite sure how to maximise your limited time. This is where I come in! I programme different exercises to keep things fresh, while still building towards the overall strength objectives. Having someone with you to not only give you the confidence you’re doing it right, but cheer you on for one more rep helps make the session fly by. Plus with my hilarious jokes, you’ll leave with a smile. Or a grimace.
Sign Up for Your Next Session!
Ready to take the first step? Sign up to a strength and conditioning session and commit yourself to being a stronger, faster, more resilient runner today! Or tomorrow, y’know, whenever.
