Ian Hutchinson - Running Coach

Ian Hutchinson

Running Coach in Tow law, Durham , United Kingdom

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VDOT Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.
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About Ian

Hello I’m Ian. I am a UK Athletics qualified coach in running fitness. I’ve also done various courses to help improve my knowledge and understanding of sports movement and nutrition. I've been helping athletes for several years now. I’m a VDOT Certified coach as well. I’m mostly a trail or fell runner although all running is good for me. I don’t have a preferred distance as I think each distance has its own story and you should try them all. Here’s a little bit about me. Hopefully it’s not too boring. I got into running when a friend asked me to do a 10k trail race with him. I didn’t even know what it was but agreed anyway for moral support. Something new to try I thought. I was a smoker at the time and didn’t run. My race training was an extra 5 minutes walking the dogs. As you can imagine the race was a struggle, basically run/walk and more run/walk. We did finish the race and I celebrated with two cigarettes. They were fantastic. We had a beer too and that was great. Everything seemed so much better just after the race. The bug got a hold of me that day, although I struggled to walk for a week. This didn’t stop me searching for my next race though. Found one! The Hellhole. Sounds ideal, I thought. This one we were training for. Definitely. I ran once per week with no idea how far in jeans and a polo shirt. Run in whatever feels comfortable, right? We did the race similarly to the first. Run/walk/run. I then got in with a local trail running club running twice per week and racing when I could. Wanting to improve I started asking for advice and a few of my new running friends gave me some tips and snippets of what they do. They were mostly ultra runners though. But that is a long story. That’s basically how I got into running and then coaching at the age of 37ish. I’m 45 now. When it comes to distance and terrain I’ve raced a good variety. I do love a race but I’m not overly competitive, as I want everyone to have a great run and enjoy it, although some I’ve raced against might say I am competitive. Thus far I’ve run track, trail, road, fell cross country and mountain races,100 meters up to 110 miles and everything in between.

Coaching Products

Description

Discuss and review past and current training goals. See where you're at and what’s best to keep you moving forward. Or if there’s anything you would like help and advice on.

$30.00 - 30 minute call

Purchase

Description

Whether you’re new to running or you're just keen to get back into it. This plan will certainly help set you on the right track. Get in touch for more information. Each plan is designed to fit with your weekly routine and current level of fitness. Let’s start working on developing that running habit!

Minimum Requirements

Must have 20-60 minutes two or more times per week to exercise.

Communication

3 emails per week

$120.00 - 10 week plan

Purchase

Description

If you want to get race fit this plans for you. If your race is sooner than 18weeks I can adjust it to suit.

Minimum Requirements

Ideally you can run 30 miles or more per week. If not, then you must be willing to increase the miles over time if possible

Communication

1 email per week

$120.00 - 18 week plan

Purchase

Description

If you sign up for the subscription we can work towards your running goals. You’re welcome to try free for 10 days to see how things work out. Anything you want to try let me know. Race specific training Form focused work. Trail and fell specific running. Hill workouts up and down. Racing tips. Pacing advice Motivational help. Emails and Skype communication will be used if and when needed but mostly conversations will work best through the app to keep track of.

Minimum Requirements

Must have 20-60 minutes 3 times per week to start. The more time you have the better. No good starting all keen though so let’s start with realistic training time goals.

Communication

unlimited emails, 2 calls per month

$100.00 / month

Charged after 10-day trial

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Description

If you’re keen to make the leap to more off-road running or just keen to improve off road running, then give this a try. I can help you add some off-road specific sessions into your weekly plan depending on your ability/running history. Soon I'll have you flying up and down hills on the trails. This subscription includes a limited 14 day free trial so there's nothing to lose. Communication: training videos and photos may be necessary to be sent and received via email and possibly on Skype or similar.

Minimum Requirements

The more time you can practice the better. If you’re new to running that’s fine. The more experienced the better but it's not essential.

Communication

1 email per week, 1 call per month

$80.00 / month

Charged after 14-day trial

Purchase

How it works

01.

Choose how you want to work together

Book a consultation, choose a training plan, or start private coaching.

02.

Connect with your coach

Share your goals, experience and upcoming races.

03.

Start training

Get your plan, stay connected and track your progress in VDOT.

Training with Ian

Athlete requirement

A willingness to try. If you are prepared to try I’m sure we can have some fun on the way to reaching your goals.

Distances coached

General Fitness, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Ultra Marathon, Marathon

Languages

English

Coaching options

In-person

Online/Remote coaching

Group coaching

Consultations

Specialties

Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, Mental Skills, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners , Masters Runners

AI Summary Based on information provided in Ian's profile.

Ian combines UK Athletics and VDOT O2 qualifications with years coaching runners across road, trail, fell and mountain terrain. He works with beginners through competitive and masters athletes, emphasizing enjoyment, variety and steady progress. Ian offers training plans, private coaching and consultations with cross‑training, nutrition and mental skills support—learn more.

Frequently asked questions

This coach supports runners focused on General Fitness, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Ultra Marathon, and Marathon with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, and Mental Skills.

Yes. Ian Hutchinson is currently accepting new coaching clients, and you can reach out directly from this profile page.

Yes. Ian Hutchinson coaches Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, and Masters Runners specifically for General Fitness, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Ultra Marathon, and Marathon, tailoring the plan to experience level and race distance together.

This coach currently offers Consultations, Training Plans, and Private Coaching. Product availability can change as the coach updates their marketplace offerings.

A willingness to try. If you are prepared to try I’m sure we can have some fun on the way to reaching your goals.

Coaching is available through In-person, Online/Remote coaching, Group coaching, and Consultations. Review product details to choose the format that best matches your goals.