Coaching Built Around Your Development

"A huge 16-minute PB on a tough course, in conditions that demanded smart decisions from the very start. Layering up, staying patient in a congested opening climb, and committing to a steady, controlled effort early on — that's what set the tone."

"Superb return to form for Bryan, finishing an impressive 7th at the Cavour race in Italy last weekend. A great start to this year's racing season."

"Big thanks to Coach Kat for keeping my legs strong on the descents! Was a good feeling to be able to run to the end rather than hobble!"

"Preparing for an ambitious PB attempt at the London Marathon and following it three weeks later with a crack at UTS 50K in Snowdonia was always going to be a challenge, but with Brennan's assistance I had one of my best training blocks ever. An intelligent training plan built around my busy life focused on building both speed and resilience, and I was pleased to PB in a road half marathon in the buildup. A strong run in London — my second fastest ever there at 51 years old — was followed by a great day out in challenging conditions in the Welsh mountains, where I feel as a fairly novice mountain runner I did well in managing my effort and finishing strongly. More races are already planned to build on the momentum, and I'm confident with the Townshend team's support I'll not only achieve but surpass my goals."

"I am really enjoying these hilly trail half marathon races right now — they are definitely underrated. It was a tough race that worked my legs and lungs hard against some very fast road runners. Fighting for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th place from the very start to the finish line was amazing. Now it's time to train hard for the next one — my coach Brennan and I have more goals to reach at Skyrunning UK, we have some unfinished business there. Time to get back to the steep, rocky hills and start climbing."

Mark took the win at Spelga Skyline, out in the Mournes — a brilliant result on a tough course.

George completed the Adidas TERREX 50km trail ultra marathon in 5h 47m 19s, finishing 18th out of 302 — an awesome weekend on home turf at Keswick Mountain Festival.

"Fantastic conditions and support on the fells yesterday. So grateful to be part of such an amazing club, Keswick AC. Thanks again to Townshend Performance and Kat Townshend for training and racing advice."

"Great run from coached athlete Poppy in the first round of the English Fell Running Championships, finishing a strong 5th. A really solid start to the series and great strength shown over a tough route."