Travel to the desert knowing that you are prepared, both mentally and physically, for the epic challenge that awaits you.

My aim is to ensure that you get to that sandy start line with the knowledge and confidence that YOU have made the right decisions about kit, nutrition, training 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 desert can throw at you. I'll even explain the toilet situation!

Over the years, I have coached people of all abilities, with clients claiming prizes such as 'Fastest Brit' and 'Oldest Finisher'.
What do you get?
  • I won't complicate things with scientific or technical jargon!
  • Initial lifestyle, fitness and goal assessment and consultation
  • The MdS is notoriously hard to find information about, take advantage of tapping into the knowledge of someone that has done the race
  • All your questions answered
  • Comprehensive tailored training plan including how to make the best use of your time
  • Help to find the best running routes in your area
  • Help to find ideal training races
  • Running kit advice - trainers, clothing, rucksacks, accessories...with focus on keeping weight down
  • Advice on preparing for the heat
  • Nutrition guidance for your training and race
  • Physio support from Salomon Ambassador and fell runner; Jacob Tonkin
  • 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​
  • 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?​
  • For a monthly payment of £120 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
  • Talk through MdS roadbook, rules and recommended kit
  • 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?
  • £110 when booked alongside a coaching package
"Matt trained me for the MDS from a standing start position to placing in the race, assisted through everything from training to kit to food and then support pre and post race. Thoroughly recommend when taking on an ultra event and hugely for the MDS!"
Rob Fiford

"I worked with Matt for 6 months in the run up to the 2022 Marathon des Sables. His run coaching was superb, focusing on what I needed rather than fitting me into an off-the-shelf plan. More than that though he was always on hand with support on all related issues, particularly mindset and navigating the kit minefield! I can't recommend Running Adventures highly enough."
Paul Patterson

"I trained with Matt for 8 months in the lead up to Marathon des Sables. I was a novice trail and ultra runner but he built me up to confidently running multi day ultra events before tackling MDS. He has a very approachable and encouraging style. I was comfortable asking questions about race strategy, kit etc. Ultimately had a good race at a very tough edition of MDS."
​Ellen Docherty
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