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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!

Anthony Whelan

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Coach Profile

Credentials
  • UESCA Ultrarunning Coach
Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Level of Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

About Anthony

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I’ve been running for over 15 years and have completed 20+ ultramarathons, with a particular focus on mountain racing in Ireland and across Europe. I’m a UESCA-certified Ultrarunning Coach and founded Fíor Endurance to provide straightforward, evidence-based coaching for runners balancing ambitious goals with work, family and everyday life.

Coaching Philosophy

My coaching is built around simplicity, consistency and individualisation. Training should have a clear purpose, but it also needs to be realistic and sustainable.

I focus on developing the aerobic base, strength and durability required for endurance running, before progressively introducing the demands specific to each athlete and their target event. For trail and ultrarunners, that includes climbing, descending, terrain, race-specific intensity and time on feet.

Every athlete has different experience, goals and life demands, so the plan should adapt to the athlete rather than expecting the athlete’s life to adapt to the plan.