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  • COACHING
    • ULTRA RACE COACHING
    • TRAIL RUNNING COACHING
    • MARATHON DES SABLES COACHING
    • DRAGONS BACK RACE COACHING
    • COUCH TO 5KM COACHING
    • 1-2-1 ONLINE CONSULTATION
    • 1-2-1 FACE TO FACE COACHING SESSION
    • RUNNING POLES WORKSHOP
  • WORKSHOPS
    • TRAIL RUNNING WORKSHOP - GUILDFORD
    • NAVIGATION FOR RUNNERS WORKSHOP - GUILDFORD
  • GUIDED RUNS
    • SILENT POOL 10KM
    • HANKLEY COMMON 10KM
    • DEVIL'S PUNCHBOWL 10KM
    • SURREY HILLS 10KM
    • BOX HILL VERTICAL KM
    • SURREY HILLS HALF MARATHON
    • MALVERN HILLS 18 MILER
    • NORTH DOWNS WAY ULTRA RUN
    • SOUTH DOWNS WAY ULTRA RUN
    • GREENSAND WAY ULTRA RUN
    • SERPENT TRAIL ULTRA RUN
    • JURASSIC COAST ULTRA RUN
    • HIKING ADVENTURES
  • TRAIL WEEKENDS
    • TRAIL RUNNING SUMMER CAMP (SHROPSHIRE) 2025
    • SNOWDONIA MOUNTAIN SKILLS WEEKEND 2025
    • EL CHORRO 2025
    • PORTUGAL 2025
    • EL CHORRO 2026
    • MENORCA 2026
    • WILD JOURNEYS - WEST HIGHLAND WAY 2026
    • EDALE SKYLINE (PEAK DISTRICT) 2026
  • CONTACT
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dragons back race COACHING

Online coaching and support package by ​a Dragons Back Race finisher. 
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Full support for preparing for the famous Dragons Back Race, by someone who has been there!

My aim is to ensure that you get to that start line with the knowledge and confidence that YOU have made the right decisions about kit, nutrition, training, routes and whether or not to take that extra pair of socks! I will support you the whole way and get you both mentally and physically prepared for anything that the mountains can throw at you.

🌍 The advantage of online coaching is it doesn't matter where you are, I can help you as everything is remote. I coach people from all over the world.

Training for this race is complex, especially for those with busy lives. I can help you navigate this by not only structuring a plan to help you succeed, but by answering all those questions and 'what if' scenarios which can cause so much stress.
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Matt Buck

meet the coach 

I’m Matt Buck, a Salomon and Suunto Ambassador, experienced ultra runner, and qualified coach.

​As a passionate trail runner and Mountain Leader, I’ve completed some of the toughest races and challenges around the world, including the Dragons Back Race. I know exactly what is required to get to the finish line of this race and will use my personable approach and knowledge to help you achieve your dream of reaching Cardiff Castle and getting your hands on that dragon trophy. 

"After entering the Dragon's Back Race, I knew I needed an experienced coach who had completed the race. Matt was everything I could've asked for in a coach. We talked through it all, he gave me a solid, structured plan based around my lifestyle and was always there when I needed reassurance. Thanks to Matt I successfully completed the race and learnt a huge amount through it all. If you're looking for a coach to help you achieve your running goals, I can 100% recommend Matt"
Christian Servini

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What is included in your online coaching package?
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  • Initial lifestyle, fitness and goal assessment and consultation
  • A personalised, comprehensive, and flexible training plan, fully customised to suit your needs and schedule
  • The Dragons Back Race is notoriously hard to find accurate information about, take advantage of tapping into the knowledge of someone that has done the race
  • Constant, 24/7 communication via whatsapp
  • Regular catch ups via phone or video
  • Training plan delivered through Training Tilt platform
  • Training Tilt platform app
  • Full gait analysis and technique advice
  • Help to find your ideal race if you haven't already chosen one
  • Running kit advice - shoes, clothing, rucksacks, accessories etc
  • Strength and conditioning sessions built in partnership with the team at Strengthworks
  • Exclusive strength and conditioning instructional videos by the team at Strengthworks
  • Nutrition guidance for your training and race
  • Help to find new routes for training
  • Race environment preparation advice (ie. extreme heat/cold)
  • Detailed pace plan for major races
  • Final pre-race checks to ensure you are confident and ready to go
  • Post-race evaluation to discuss your running career going forward
  • Motivation to get out on your training runs and reach your goals

​Contact​
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  • Unlimited correspondence - ask me anything and at anytime, I'm here to help!
  • Regular phone or video catch-ups to discuss progress and tweak your training plan if required, based on your needs

What does it cost?​
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  • For a monthly payment of £135 you can benefit from all of the above, leaving you to focus on your training and preparation​
  • No joining fee or binding contracts

Extra - You may want to consider a 3 hour face to face session to compliment your coaching package and help you progress to the next level.

  • Privately led trail run
  • Technique assessment
  • Demonstration of different drills you can do to improve fitness and running performance
  • Guidance on how to tackle different types of terrain most efficiently
  • Personal, face to face Q+A session to get all your questions answered

What does it cost?
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  • £120 when booked alongside a coaching package

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  • ABOUT
  • COACHING
    • ULTRA RACE COACHING
    • TRAIL RUNNING COACHING
    • MARATHON DES SABLES COACHING
    • DRAGONS BACK RACE COACHING
    • COUCH TO 5KM COACHING
    • 1-2-1 ONLINE CONSULTATION
    • 1-2-1 FACE TO FACE COACHING SESSION
    • RUNNING POLES WORKSHOP
  • WORKSHOPS
    • TRAIL RUNNING WORKSHOP - GUILDFORD
    • NAVIGATION FOR RUNNERS WORKSHOP - GUILDFORD
  • GUIDED RUNS
    • SILENT POOL 10KM
    • HANKLEY COMMON 10KM
    • DEVIL'S PUNCHBOWL 10KM
    • SURREY HILLS 10KM
    • BOX HILL VERTICAL KM
    • SURREY HILLS HALF MARATHON
    • MALVERN HILLS 18 MILER
    • NORTH DOWNS WAY ULTRA RUN
    • SOUTH DOWNS WAY ULTRA RUN
    • GREENSAND WAY ULTRA RUN
    • SERPENT TRAIL ULTRA RUN
    • JURASSIC COAST ULTRA RUN
    • HIKING ADVENTURES
  • TRAIL WEEKENDS
    • TRAIL RUNNING SUMMER CAMP (SHROPSHIRE) 2025
    • SNOWDONIA MOUNTAIN SKILLS WEEKEND 2025
    • EL CHORRO 2025
    • PORTUGAL 2025
    • EL CHORRO 2026
    • MENORCA 2026
    • WILD JOURNEYS - WEST HIGHLAND WAY 2026
    • EDALE SKYLINE (PEAK DISTRICT) 2026
  • CONTACT
  • MORE
    • REVIEWS
    • MERCH & VOUCHERS
    • TAILORED RUN SERVICE
    • VOLUNTEER
    • BECOME AN AMBASSADOR
    • PODCAST