I strongly believe that no two athletes are alike. We differ as much on the inside as we do on the outside. We have different blends of muscle fibres that give us different capacities to respond to the different types of training. We have different nervous systems, perceptions of discomfort and cardiovascular capacities.

There is no 'one size fits all'. The core principles never change, but the intensity and duration of training and racing should be fine-tuned to the individual.

My approach to coaching runners is a blend of the science of running (acquired from formalised learning) coupled with the art of running (based on many years of personal experience).

Being of a certain age now, I am particularly tuned in to the needs of the ‘older’ runner, whatever their previous achievements, current fitness levels or future goals. As the renowned New Zealand coach Arthur Lydiard said: 'The wise only train according to their age, physical condition and their capacity to exercise'.