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Running Support for Everyone:
From 5K Dreams to Ultra-Marathon Triumphs
Customized training programs built around your level, lifestyle, and goals.
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ABOUT ME!
50 Years Young, with a Passion for Progress
Hi, I’m John Withinshaw
I’m a North Yorkshire-based personal trainer and running coach with over a decade of experience in helping people become ‘more.’
Whether you're chasing a personal best or stepping into the unknown of an ultra-marathon, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
Highlights
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10+ Years of Coaching Experience
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Expertise in Bio-mechanics & Strength Training
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Ultra-Running Specialist
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Why I Run, and Why I Coach
Since 2012, I’ve been on a mission to help others realize their full potential. My qualifications in Bio-mechanics, Nutrition, and Functional Training allow me to create well-rounded, adaptable plans that meet the unique needs of each runner.
I found my passion in ultra-running and understand the challenges and triumphs that come with pushing beyond what you thought was possible. Now, I want to help you experience the same.
My Running Journey
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Obstacle Racing: I’ve taken on some of the toughest courses, including Yorkshire Warrior, Tough Guy, Tough Mudder, and Spartan Ultra events.
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Trail & Ultra Running: From 35-mile trail races to the 100-mile Lakeland race (twice!), ultra-running is where I’ve truly found my stride.
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Adventure Racing: I’ve tackled multi-day events like Ratrace Highlands Coast to Coast (twice), Croatia Multisport, and Source to City New York (travelling the length of the Hudson River).
Each step of my journey has deepened my passion for the sport—and my commitment to helping others achieve their own milestones.
My Coaching Philosophy
My goal as a running coach is simple: to share my knowledge and experience to help you reach and enjoy your full potential.
From beginners to seasoned racers, I create bespoke plans as unique as the people I coach. Each plan is tailored to:
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Your current fitness
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Work schedule
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Sleep patterns
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Nutrition
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Lifestyle
Every session has a purpose and is part of a progressive, thoughtful strategy to help you achieve your personal best—whatever that looks like for you.
Let’s Get Started
I firmly believe in having great experiences and adventures in life, especially on foot. With the right support, you’re capable of far more than you know. Let’s create a plan tailored to you and your goals, so you can enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
WHAT MY RUNNERS HAVE TO SAY...
"Would definitely recommend John to anyone"
I'm very happy with the outcome of the event and I've enjoyed this year and learned alot and improved massively. I've got PBs for 10km and pretty much every race I've been faster than previous years without and tapering etc. Just off the back of what we've set out. It was more than just yesterday's race and so looking back there's loads of achievements across this training block so give myself a pat on the back for that. And yea big thanks to you and your support. Loved every minute.
Matt J
SUB 20min 5k;
"I came to John about 2 years ago for some help to improve my 5k times and see if I could achieve a sub 20:00. Unfortunately I got injured right at the start of my training and couldn’t really run for almost a year. John took this time to go back to basics. We concentrated on strength and mobility. Loads and loads of strength work and then slowly increasing the intensity of my runs again. Most importantly, he taught me to have rest days and he does get cross if I don’t listen! I particularly enjoyed the variety of training such as olympic weightlifting, weighted vests and commando runs to name a few highlights of mine. Strength training is now a integral part of my routine and so are rest days.
John’s passion and belief in me was greater than my my own, as I did not really believe that I would be capable of running this pace. ‘As usual’ John was right.
His passion is reflected in what and how he does things and as result there were plenty of PBs and the occasional medal.
I am looking forward to continue with our training and to keep getting stronger (and who knows, maybe even faster?!)"
Esther H
