James Riley
James Riley Run Unbound
James Riley
James Riley Run Unbound
Location

Richmond , United Kingdom

Languages

English

Sport Types
  • Running
Services
  • 1-on-1 Coaching
  • Consultations
  • Local Coaching
  • Remote Coaching
  • Strength Training
  • Run Analysis
Meet Your Coach
James Riley
James Riley Run Unbound
https://www.rununbound.com/
Richmond United Kingdom TW9 2JN
Coach Bio

Hi, I’m James. I love running marathons, trails, hills and mountains. More than that, I love coaching other athletes to their personal summits.

Whether running your first half, discovering trail running, exploring your limits in an ultramarathon or tackling iconic challenges like the Bob Graham Round, I can help you to achieve your goals in a fun and inspiring way.

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I started late. I first laced up my trainers aged 38. My goals were to get fit and lose a bit of weight. It turned out I loved running (and was quite good).

A 10k became marathons, which eventually became ultramarathons. Completing the Bob Graham Round, paced by my friends, is my happiest running memory - so far.

When I’m not coaching or running, I’m being a father to 3 growing kids, supporting my wife - herself an enthusiastic ultrarunner - and developing a strength and conditioning start up, Soar Today.

Before I started coaching, I was a partner at a Big 4 accountancy firm. So I get that running needs to fit in with your busy life.

Coaching transformed my running. I love the support and accountability.
I coach to share my experiences with the amazing running community.

Qualifications

  • England Athletics Licensed Coach (Event Group Endurance)
  • UESCA certificated Ultrarunning Coach
  • Level 3 qualified Personal Trainer

Running Highlights

  • 3 x sub 2:40 marathons; PB 2:37:58 (London 2021)
  • Winner 2019 Ham & Lyme 100k
  • 21:14 Bob Graham Round
  • 5th place 2022 Centurion Autumn 100 miles (16:10)
  • 19:25 South Wales Traverse
  • Winner 2024 Grand Tour of Skiddaw
  • Finisher 2024 Tour des Geants

As a full time coach, my sole aim is to help you take your running to a new level.

Preferred Athlete Levels
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Have a question? Contact me.

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Address:

3A Dee Road
Richmond
United Kingdom
TW9 2JN