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A BIT OF BACKGROUND

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Hi, I'm Claire and the founder of Run & Reform

I was not a runner at school, in fact I would have done almost anything to get out of cross country. ​Fast forward to today and I have completed 16 marathons worldwide, including time-qualifying for World Majors; London, Boston and Chicago. 

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I have a daughter, another on the way, and a furry 4-legged daughter called Isla; all who have been my running partners their whole lives. I have been running regularly for the past 9 years and for me it is not just a sport, it is a vital element in my life providing both physical and metal benefits in equal quantities at all stages of my life whether that be pre-baby, during pregnancy and post-partum. ​​

Why running and coaching?

Running is much more than a hobby for me, it makes up a huge part of who I am.

 

It has given me life long friendships, confidence, opportunities, travel experiences, responsibilities, challenges, the chance to escape the craziness of daily life, resilience, education and SO much enjoyment. 

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Don't get me wrong, sometimes it takes a lot of motivation to get out the door, especially on those dark, miserable evenings, or those gruelling 20 mile runs,  however the feeling of completing a run always makes that initial bit of 'urrghh' worth it. 

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After having my daughter in 2024, I was desperate to get back into running but I found it very tricky, both physically and mentally.  It was hard to recognise that your body needs time to recover and that you don't just 'bounce back'.

 

I also wanted to help others, especially women, on their own running journey, hence why I created Stroller Striders; a mum and baby group who meet one day each month in Fog Lane park for a run or walk with their baby in the buggy.

 

Completing my England Athletics CiRF qualification ensures that I have the correct skill and knowledge set to help coach others confidently, correctly and professionally. ​

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Why Reform

From sustaining various running-related injuries over the past 9 years, as well as training for many marathons, running in pregnancy and returning to running post-partum, I respect and recognise the essential role that strength and conditioning plays in being a good runner. By being a GOOD runner, I don't mean pace or distance, I mean being INJURY FREE and being ABLE to run the distances you want. 

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As part of my monthly Stroller Striders, I have incorporated 20 minutes of strength and stretch exercises which are suitable for anybody, to include those who are pregnant, post-partum or recovering from injury.

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I lead Runner's Reform; a strength and conditioning class specifically for runners, which is designed to improve lower body muscular strength, coordination, balance, stability as well as core strength. 

Sporting Achievments & Qualifications

  • Running 16 marathons to include London (x5), Chicago, L.A, Malaga and Amsterdam.

  • Achieving a PB of 3.28.44 at Chicago in 2023 whilst pregnant.

  • Running L.A and London marathons 8 and 9 months post-partum in 2025.

  • Running two marathons in two weeks in 2017. 

  • Taking part in Equinox in 2023 where I covered a total of 30+ miles for the MRR team. 

  • 5km PB of 21.02 

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  • CiRF and LiRF certified with England Athletics

  • Level 2 Gym Instructor part qualified - completion due in Nov 25.

  • Pre and Post Natal Fitness - completion due in December 2025. 

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