XNRG Ultra Running Coaching

Andy describes himself as a completer rather than a competer. Ultra-running since 2008 and coaching with XNRG since 2017, Andy has completed MdS, ROF, 50 & 100 milers plus of course the XNRG events. Andy’s USP is building self-confidence through support and structure to help clients to achieve their goals and he believes our ultrarunning helps us in all aspects of our personal and work lives.

"I would like to thank XNRG and Andy for giving me your time, your belief and your support towards my goal.  There were times when I really didn’t think it was possible - but the unwavering support from Andy drove me to self-belief and I delivered!"

Lisa Fenton, Trans-Pecos Ultra | The Ultimate Big Bend Adventure®

Andy combines his experience in juggling training and work demands with the XNRG 7P training formula and you can follow his blog about his thoughts and experiences at Life is a Sine Curve

Nathan is an international ultra distance runner and coach.

Level 2 UKA Endurance Coach, BSC Sports Science, post grad in Physical Education

• 4 x England National Team vest 100km
• 1st Place Wild Elephant Trail, Sri Lanka, Multi-day
• 1st Place KAEM, South Africa, Multi-day
• 3rd Place Mt. Goaligong Ultra 104 Miles, Tenchong China
• 2 x National Trail Running Association 1st Place Ridgeway 86miles and previous course record 12hours 13 minutes
• 1st Place Cotswold 102 Miles and National Trail Record holder
• Multiple UK course records on multi-day and single stage trail ultras
• 2 x 4th place National 50km championships

10 years coaching and supporting young athletes. Coached multistage and single stage ultra runners to achieve their goals.

A secondary school PE teacher

"While I think running itself stretches our perceived limitations, my own conscious challenge lies with how I cope and balance stretching myself physically within unfamiliar environment both internally and externally. Running makes me a better person."

James is an exciting and engaging coach who will soon be your go to man all the way until your foot is on the start line. A rising British Ultra athlete himself with wins already under his belt, he boasts a fresh approach to Ultra training.

James coaching mantra is ‘work smarter, not harder’ - what is going to have the biggest bang for your buck and why are you doing it? His attention to detail and smart approach to both training and racing ultra marathons allows you to be in the best prepared state come race day.

Combining his background of the latest science in ultra marathons and training principles along with an awareness for simplicity and lifestyle demands, James prides himself on understanding different circumstances and that a one style approach does not fit all. Your training set will always pack purpose and reasoning.

When it comes to race planning, no stones are left unturned. James has a keen eye for detail, and problem solving to ensure every race demand is addressed and planned for prior to race day using a range of physical and mental methods.

Gaining significant coaching experience over the past 5 years across a number of sports, abilities and ages, James understands what it takes to surpass your goals by delivering professional support regardless of where you are looking to finish in the pack. Whether you are working towards your very first Ultra, or competing on the international circuit James has the knowledge and experience to take you there. Let's find the Ultra in you together.

• MSc Exercise Physiology
• BSc Sports Science
• BASES SE Scientist
• Level 2 Fitness Instructor
• Level 2 Swim teacher

• 3 x Ultra marathon race finishes and counting… Including: 170km in 22hr 46min, Multi-stage and mountain trail
• UK Top 10 junior middle distance runner

“My biggest love of Ultra marathons is that regardless of your ability, everyone is there for the same purpose: to achieve their goal. In that way we are all bonded. I feel so much of Ultra running is translatable to life and I believe it challenges you to better yourself in every aspect of what you do”.