Exceed the bar

This is exactly why I use the Running Readiness Score.

Most runners think getting better is simply about running more. Sometimes it is. But often there are little weaknesses hiding in the background that can limit performance or increase injury risk.

In Neal’s case, one of the tests highlighted a weakness in his hip and glute strength. Without assessing it, we may never have known it was there.

The good thing is that once you know about it, you can do something about it.

We’ve already started implementing exercises into his programme to improve strength, stability and control. Nothing fancy. Just the right work for the right reason.

Assessments aren’t about finding faults. They’re about finding opportunities.

Neal is already doing plenty of things well, but if we can improve one small weakness, it can have a positive knock-on effect throughout his running.

Better stability. Better running economy. More resilience. More confidence.

The assessment gives us a starting point. The training is what drives the improvement.

I’m looking forward to seeing how Neal progresses over the coming months.

Crazy week dump.

3 runs in different countries. 1 in Croatia 🇭🇷 1 in wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 and 1 in uk 🇬🇧

All in 1 week

Safe to say I’ve been very busy.

Back from holiday late Wednesday night.

Busy day with my athletes

Drive to Cardiff for Pride for Lidl Instal for their staff.

Then went out for what was supposed to be a 9k run 🏃‍♂️

Battery on phone died.

I got extremely lost.

Everyone point me to the wrong Premier inn

17.4km later 😮‍💨

Some lady birds having a cheeky cuddle 🥰

A Yorkshire wrap 😋

A flower on my cactus 🌵

Croatia Holiday Montage 🇭🇷☀️

Had an amazing time away with my little family. So many memories made, new experiences had, and a different culture explored.

One thing I didn’t expect was how much I’d enjoy having virtually no signal and barely any internet. It was actually refreshing. No constant notifications, no endless scrolling.just being present with my family and enjoying the moment for what it was.

Bram absolutely amazed me with his swimming. Not just his skills, but his determination. At one point he flipped under his ring, swallowed some water, got a bit of a shock… but after a quick moment, he wanted to get straight back in and keep trying. A great reminder that progress isn’t about never struggling, it’s about getting back up and having another go.

I managed to get a couple of runs in with some of the most incredible views I’ve ever run through. Sometimes it’s nice to swap chasing pace and times for simply appreciating where your feet can take you. Running added to my holiday and didn’t take away with endless planned runs.

We explored old streets, tried local food, ate more gelato than I care to admit 🍧, and sampled a beer or three 🍻.

A random highlight was Froggyland. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but it was brilliantly weird and surprisingly fascinating. If you’re ever visiting Split, it’s definitely worth a look.

We also jumped on a boat trip, explored some beautiful islands, swam in crystal-clear water, and got to see parts of Croatia that you just can’t experience from land.

Most importantly, I got to spend quality time with Anna and Bram. No schedules, no rushing around, just making memories together. ( nothings quick with a toddler or Anna)

Anna lost her phone 5 times atleast 😂 If you know you know.

Now it’s back to reality, but with a full camera roll, a slightly heavier gelato fuelled bodyweight, and plenty of memories that will last far longer than the tan.

🇭🇷❤️

You don’t just get a random number

The Running Readiness Score gives you a score out of 100.

But the real value is the breakdown.

You’ll see where your body is coping well, and where it might be limiting your running.

Calves.
Hips.
Single-leg control.
Core.
Upper body.
Fatigue resistance.

From this report there’s some unilateral weakness to work on. This unnoticed over time causes problem further up the chain. First call to work on is the calf’s as this takes most of load. There’s also a weakness through glutes. This might show up through lower back pain, knee pain etc.

Strength training is so important 🙌

Then you get clear direction on what to work on first.

Not random exercises.
Not guesswork.
Not “just stretch more.”

A proper starting point.

If you want your score, DM me SCORE and I’ll send you the link.

For runners, it’s not just about lifting more weight or having decent gym numbers.

It’s about being strong where your running actually needs it.

The Running Readiness Score looks at 8 key areas that affect how your body handles running load.

We’ve all heard a 10 Thousand times this is why we have problems right?!

Because you might feel strong in the gym…

But if your hips are dropping, your calves are fatiguing early, or one side is doing more work than the other, that can show up in your running.

Slower paces.
Recurring ni**les.
Heavy legs.
That “something feels off” feeling.

The score gives you a clear picture of where your body is coping well, and where it needs work.

Because guessing is alright for picking a Netflix film.

Not for your running.

What would it change if you knew exactly what was holding you back?

Tired of shin splints, dodgy knees, tight calves, or just feeling “off” when you run?

Most runners guess what the problem is.

New shoes.
More stretching.
A random strength plan they found online.

But guessing usually leads to the same cycle old cycle 🔁
run well for a bit, ni**le appears, back off, repeat.

The Running Readiness Score gives you a clearer starting point.

We test the key areas runners need to handle well.

calf endurance
hip stability
single leg control
upper body strength
core control
balance
fatigue resistance

You’ll get a score out of 100, plus a full report showing where your body is coping well and where it might be holding you back.

No guesswork.
No random exercises.
Just a clear picture of what needs attention first.

Because once you know what’s limiting you, you can actually train to fix it.

What would it mean for your running to know exactly where to start?