Make running feel good

Running should feel good

That doesnt mean it can’t be hard, but if you dread every run and your body feels like sh*t, you’re going to have a destructive relationship with running. Take a look at your approach and make sure running gives you back more to your life than it takes away

Find your reason to run

Running can be an incredibly positive experience. Focus on your’ why’ and you can find the best approach to training FOR YOU. When you know your purpose, everything starts to fall into place

Run Strong

Running has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I played various team sports at school, and competed on the track in 200m and 400m at district and national level through my teens. Since then, I’ve run half marathons,marathons,adventure races and continue to pepper my training with sprinting. Basically, I love running! But I also respect the strain it can put on your body, and how missing a few key ingredients in a training programme can make the difference between someone forming a life long love of running or developing chronic injuries.

I’ve spent the last 15 years helping get people stronger and more conditioned, and believe strength training and running can, and should, go hand in hand. After completing my BSc in Sport and Exercise Science at Edinburgh Napier University, I began my career as a Gym Instructor, before becoming a personal trainer, where I spent 10 years helping people reach a variety of health and fitness related goals. I came back to marry my passion for running with my love of strength training. I’ve had the good fortune to work with people with a range of running abilities and goals, and have helped people complete their first 10km fun run through to managing Ironman Triathlon and World Duathlon competitor’s strength and conditioning

Become a Robust Runner

Find the programme that fits your why

Run strong to 5k

12 week - beginners
3 runs per week with 3x20minute bodyweight strength workouts. Perfect for those starting their running journey

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You've got the power

12 weeks - Intermediate & advanced
programme aimed at improving power & speed. Ideal for experienced runners who already spend time in the gym

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Kilograms & kilometers

16 weeks - The hybrid approach
Get set to push your boundaries on the three big lifts whilst working towards your fastest 10km

Coming soon
Robust Running Club - Edinburgh Meadows

Mondays 650am & Saturdays 830am
If you’re looking to accidentally improve your running form, strength and speed whilst having a good time, sign up here

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Make It

See what people have to say

Joel Enoch - Head coach of Simpson & Marwick Edinburgh Triathletes Performance Squad

”I've been working in sport for 15 years and have coached World and European age-group Triathlon Champions; as such, I'm not easily impressed by coaches. If you are an endurance athlete looking for a strength and conditioning coach (and if you don't have one, then you should be!) - look no further.”
Lesley Muego - Marathon runner,running coach & Mum of two

.“I had surgery for a bulging disc in my back. Gregor helped me in my recovery, ensuring I got back to fitness gradually. In the 4 years since surgery, I’ve been injury free. Gregor is a great coach. He is a motivator and has always pushed me to my limits even at times when I doubt myself and my abilities.
Greg Reed - CEO & marathon runner

“I’ve been “running” for a while but there was so much that I didn’t know. I get much more enjoyment out of it these days.Gregor has helped me to run my three fastest half’s in the past two years. I managed to take 8 minutes off my best time in the last one which was an amazing feeling. The mobility and strength training has helped my time and helped me to avoid any injuries.”