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Coach Directory

If you’re looking for a qualified coach, there is no better place to start than here!

Coach Directory

If you’re looking for a qualified coach, there is no better place to start than here!

Gemma Russhard

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Coach Profile

Credentials
  • UESCA Running Coach
  • UESCA Strength & Conditioning for Endurance Athletes
  • Level 4 Personal Trainer
  • Nutrition & Weight Loss Diploma
Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Level of Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Other Areas of Specialization
  • Strength and Conditioning
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

About Gemma

Running is my passion and I really enjoy coaching runners to reach their potential. I coach runners of all abilities, whether it is running your first Parkrun, training for your first marathon or if it’s all about chasing PB’s I can help you.

I have run over 250 Parkruns and I have finished over 50 marathon and ultra marathon races up to 100 miles. I understand runners of all abilities, I finished dead last in my first ever marathon and only 30 seconds within the cut off. Since then I have coached myself to race wins and podium finishes in all distances from 5k to marathon.

Coaching Philosophy

Lasting results are built through patience and consistency — there are no quick fixes or shortcuts. I believe training should be an enjoyable, effective process that fits into real life.