💪 TaylorMade
TaylorMade is an online running coaching platform and bespoke events organisation, specialising in ultra distance trail running.
If you’re looking to take your running to the next level, I can help optimise your training, recovery, mindset and race preparation, giving you the confidence to reach your full potential and get the results you want. Or, if you’re looking to break a world record or complete an epic personal challenge, I can help organise and operate your adventure!
Coaching
Events
📝 Coaching Plans
I offer different coaching plans for all athletic abilities and experience levels. The most popular is bespoke coaching, a monthly one-to-one plan which includes a regularly updated, TaylorMade and flexible training program delivered via the Final Surge® training app, which links to your calendar and GPS watch.
🧩 Bespoke Events
As an experienced event organiser, I also offer bespoke challenge organisation and support. If you want to break a world record or embark on an exciting expedition and need guidance planning and operating the event, I can help! From simple advice and support, to full event planning and delivery.
Personalised Training Plan
Strength & Conditioning Workouts
Mindset Coaching
Accountable Program
Regular Feedback
24/7 Support
Nutrition Advice
Kit Reviews
Race Strategy Planning
Brand Discounts
🤨 Having Trouble Staying Accountable?
You’re Not Alone. And I’m Here to Help!
Consistency is key to improving running endurance, but it can be difficult to maintain. The good news? I can help! Not only do I set your training sessions for you, I also hold you accountable to them.
With the Final Surge® app, you can sync your training program to a third party calendar to make scheduling your training around other life commitments even easier. You can also send your sessions directly to your watch and complete your workouts with step-by-step instructions. Once each session has been completed, it is highlighted green, amber, or red, depending on how it went. Gamifying the process and knowing that you’re accountable to someone else not only helps get you out the door, it can also make you more conscientious during your sessions too.
👇 Download the TaylorMade Training Handbook
A broad introduction to some of the training principles and methods that I adhere to as both a coach and an athlete, including guidance on how to get the most out of your TaylorMade training plan.
⭐️ Athlete Testimonials
Unmatched support
“I love being coached by Taylor. Not only am I enjoying having structure and seeing progression, I have also learnt so much more about my training, my strengths and my weaknesses. Having someone coach me who is relatable and has plenty of experience...
Imo Boddy
Unmatched support
“I love being coached by Taylor. Not only am I enjoying having structure and seeing progression, I have also learnt so much more about my training, my strengths and my weaknesses. Having someone coach me who is relatable and has plenty of experience with ultra running is incredibly important to me and Taylor of course has that. His support is unmatched and I can’t wait for the future!”
Imo Boddy
The coach you want
“Taylor managed my programming in preparation for Run for 1 Million, my toughest world record challenge to date (76 marathons in 76 days). He has a deep knowledge of what it takes to prepare (both physically and mentally) for multi-day running events,...
Josh Patterson
The coach you want
“Taylor managed my programming in preparation for Run for 1 Million, my toughest world record challenge to date (76 marathons in 76 days). He has a deep knowledge of what it takes to prepare (both physically and mentally) for multi-day running events, but what really sets him apart is his understanding and empathy. I have a busy lifestyle and faced many hurdles in the lead-up to Run for 1 Million. Taylor was there for me throughout, adapting my training plan alongside my physios, biomechanics and strength coach to ensure I got to the start line not just physically prepared, but feeling happy, healthy and supported. Whatever you're preparing for, Taylor is the coach you want in your corner!”
Josh Patterson
Compassionate and realistic
"I initially reached out to Taylor after completing my first multi-day ultra, feeling pretty broken and lost! From the outset, he approached my goals for the year with a compassionate and realistic mindset, aligning our expectations seamlessly. As an ultra runner himself, his practical advice ...
Dominic Birch
Compassionate and realistic
"I initially reached out to Taylor after completing my first multi-day ultra, feeling pretty broken and lost! From the outset, he approached my goals for the year with a compassionate and realistic mindset, aligning our expectations seamlessly. As an ultra runner himself, his practical advice has been invaluable, illustrating the significance of having a coach who not only talks the talk but walks the walk. Throughout our coaching journey, he has consistently been helpful, friendly, and incredibly supportive. His responsiveness, even amidst my busy lifestyle, variability in races, and frequent changes of plans, showcases his agility and commitment to my success. I couldn't recommend him more highly."
Dominic Birch
Would not be here without him
"For someone who was new to the running world, Taylor was the first person I wanted to speak to when I booked my first ultramarathon. I met Taylor while he was supporting another one of his athletes on their World Record challenge. ...
Desmond McSweeney
Would not be here without him
"For someone who was new to the running world, Taylor was the first person I wanted to speak to when I booked my first ultramarathon. I met Taylor while he was supporting another one of his athletes on their World Record challenge. I knew there was no other coach that I would want mentoring and guidance from. His attention to detail was second to none. From the clear, well-guided training programme and setting of realistic goals, to his knowledge of the physical and emotional effects of training for an ultra. Fundamentally, his support made me a better athlete but also a better person. I would not be here without him. I cannot recommend Taylor highly enough to anyone out there who is looking for a coach to be by your side. To the start of an amazing adventure mate!"
Desmond McSweeney
Immense satisfaction
“Taylor played a pivotal role in preparing me for my first ultra marathon experience. As someone who isn't a seasoned runner, Taylor's structured guidance during my training was invaluable. Each session had a clear purpose, significantly contributing to my understanding of running and...
James Derlacki
Immense satisfaction
“Taylor played a pivotal role in preparing me for my first ultra marathon experience. As someone who isn't a seasoned runner, Taylor's structured guidance during my training was invaluable. Each session had a clear purpose, significantly contributing to my understanding of running and smart training techniques. What truly distinguishes Taylor is his support and commitment throughout the entire training period. His willingness to address all my questions, no matter how trivial they may have seemed, was instrumental in completing a fantastic training block. His reassurance that the results would come couldn't have been more accurate. Our partnership has been a source of immense satisfaction, and I'm looking forward to the growth that will come with our next challenge.”
James Derlacki
A great coach
“Taylor is a great coach and definitely someone I can rely on for my training. I really enjoy the sessions he sets – even the ones I think I’m not going to enjoy!! I feel like I’m getting stronger as a runner already and I’m...
Heidi Rogers
A great coach
“Taylor is a great coach and definitely someone I can rely on for my training. I really enjoy the sessions he sets – even the ones I think I’m not going to enjoy!! I feel like I’m getting stronger as a runner already and I’m excited to see how this improves in the future. I wouldn’t have trusted anyone else to help me get through the training for my first 100 miler. His experience and knowledge of ultra running means he is always able to offer really helpful advice and suggestions.”
Heidi Rogers
Highly recommend
"Taylor started coaching me at a time where I had entered far too many races, all of which required different strengths. It’s safe to say I presented quite the challenge but he quickly adapted my plan to ensure I arrived at each start line as...
Hannah Tyldesley
Highly recommend
"Taylor started coaching me at a time where I had entered far too many races, all of which required different strengths. It’s safe to say I presented quite the challenge but he quickly adapted my plan to ensure I arrived at each start line as strong as can be. Chaotic is quite literally my middle name, but every change to plan or additional long run was added and my program amended to ensure I was never doing too much or too little. With Taylor's help, I went from a busy summer racing on the ultra-trail circuit (OCC, Eiger Ultra Trail) to running a 3 hour marathon in Valencia a few months later. I highly recommend Taylor as a coach... especially if your lifestyle is anything like mine!"
Hannah Tyldesley
The big brother I never had
“I first met Taylor when I joined for one of his World Record challenges with another athlete. I felt so inspired with what Taylor was doing that I knew right away I wanted him to be a part of my running journey...
Joe Larkin
The big brother I never had
“I first met Taylor when I joined for one of his World Record challenges with another athlete. I felt so inspired with what Taylor was doing that I knew right away I wanted him to be a part of my running journey. He coached me for a 150 mile ultramarathon, a personal challenge I wanted to do, but in the months of coaching I also achieved personal bests in various distances, from half marathon to 10km. I couldn’t have done it without Taylor – I annoy the life out of him but he’s the big brother I never had! Can’t wait for him to help me with my new exciting challenge in 2024, let's go!!”
Joe Larkin
Results-driven training program
“I've always been a naturally competent runner but lacked the motivation and drive to hold down a regular, results-driven training program coupled with any form of accountability. Taylor, however, provides all of this and more. Obviously his personal results speak for...
Jordan Jowett
Results-driven training program
“I've always been a naturally competent runner but lacked the motivation and drive to hold down a regular, results-driven training program coupled with any form of accountability. Taylor, however, provides all of this and more. Obviously his personal results speak for themselves, but he's augmented these experiences with the sort of meticulous research that personifies him as a character. I've tasked him with helping me run sub-3 at London Marathon and he's provided me with reassurance when I've doubted my ability, displaying a level of empathy often lacking in the coaching world. I'm still faster than him over 100m though.”
Jordan Jowett
Second to none
“After too many recommendations to keep count of, and an initial call with Taylor, things have only continued to go from strength to strength. The way he balances his rationale and reasoning of the program along with meeting you where you are at...
Ben Poole
Second to none
“After too many recommendations to keep count of, and an initial call with Taylor, things have only continued to go from strength to strength. The way he balances his rationale and reasoning of the program along with meeting you where you are at and taking into account how you feel is second to none. Simply put, not only am I a far superior athlete since working with Taylor, but I'm also more confident, ambitious, and excited about my ability moving forwards. That to me says a thousand words. After guiding and supporting me to a top 1% finish at my first international 50km race… I feel we are only scratching the surface and am extremely fired up to keep moving the needle.”
Ben Poole
Couldn't ask for anyone better
“My favourite thing about Taylor as a coach is his relentless optimism. No matter how tough something may seem he is always there to support me, to break things down and to offer advice. He is also realistic. Running is...
Peter Folkes
Couldn't ask for anyone better
“My favourite thing about Taylor as a coach is his relentless optimism. No matter how tough something may seem he is always there to support me, to break things down and to offer advice. He is also realistic. Running is a passion for me and Taylor has been able to help me fit it in around my busy life while also pushing me to be the best I can be. He knows that sometimes life gets in the way and that’s okay; he’s always there to help steer things back in the right direction. I have some ultras to look forward to next year and couldn’t ask for anyone better to help guide me through them!”
Peter Folkes
Incredibly reassuring
“Without blowing too much smoke, Taylor is a guy that’s always made me think … shit, that’s impressive. Taylor’s personality, knowledge and experience shine brightly through his coaching methods, from the session structure always seeming to be perfect for my body; to...
Tom Smith
Incredibly reassuring
“Without blowing too much smoke, Taylor is a guy that’s always made me think… shit, that’s impressive. Taylor’s personality, knowledge and experience shine brightly through his coaching methods, from the session structure always seeming to be perfect for my body; to his cool, calm and collected way of communicating and explaining ‘the process’ and the reasons why. I find it incredibly reassuring having Taylor by my side throughout my training, knowing there is an experienced mind controlling my training and holding me accountable. Maybe I’ll write an updated testimonial after the Ironman, to see if I still think he’s a good guy.”
Tom Smith
Transformed my running
"Taylor has transformed my running and my training. Since working with Taylor, I’ve hit huge PBs at every distance (I've gone from a 3:08 to a 2:52 marathon in just a few months), and completed my longest ever ultra with a top 50...
Joseph Guntrip
Road & Ultra Athlete
Transformed my running
"Taylor has transformed my running and my training. Since working with Taylor, I’ve hit huge PBs at every distance (I've gone from a 3:08 to a 2:52 marathon in just a few months), and completed my longest ever ultra with a top 50 finish position. More than that though, Taylor has always been receptive and engaging with anything I’ve said – whether that’s a busy week in life or a love for a particular session. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with him and hope to continue working with him for a long time yet!"
Joseph Guntrip
Road & Ultra Athlete
Cannot recommend highly enough
“After signing up to a multi-stage ultra with zero experience and knowledge of what an ultra marathon is, I decided I needed a coach. Taylor was recommended to me and I’m so glad I reached out to him. His knowledge and experience...
Tamsin Fry
Cannot recommend highly enough
“After signing up to a multi-stage ultra with zero experience and knowledge of what an ultra marathon is, I decided I needed a coach. Taylor was recommended to me and I’m so glad I reached out to him. His knowledge and experience shines through in his detailed programming, his carefully considered advice and his ongoing motivation and support. He has guided me on nutrition, explained why he has programmed certain runs and is always happy to answer any queries, from kit recommendations to calming the nerves before a race. Taylor has certainly put me through my paces and has already helped me achieve more than I ever thought I could. I cannot recommend Taylor highly enough!”
Tamsin Fry
Truly bespoke programme
"I approached Taylor to support me on my running journey off the back of a disappointing London Marathon, having missed my goal of a sub-4 hour time significantly. For context, I am 6ft 5 and over 100kg with a demanding work and social...
Jak Wright
Truly bespoke programme
"I approached Taylor to support me on my running journey off the back of a disappointing London Marathon, having missed my goal of a sub-4 hour time significantly. For context, I am 6ft 5 and over 100kg with a demanding work and social calendar... not the best recipe for a runner! Taylor designed a truly bespoke programme, which was highly flexible and incredibly informative. I came away not only fitter but better educated on why we were doing specific runs. Taylor was on-hand throughout when I had any questions and was extremely attentive, regularly checking in on WhatsApp, providing advice on everything from nutrition to modifications to the programme itself. Safe to say we smashed the sub-4 hour target and I am excited to continue my running journey with him. I honestly couldn’t recommend Taylor enough."
Jak Wright
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The first step is the hardest. Whether you're ready to start right away, or you'd just like some more information or advice – get in touch. We can chat about your current situation and your future goals and create a plan together.
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