Run Smarter, Not Harder

From a 2021 novice to a 2:23 marathoner: Balancing career, social life, and elite running with smart, sustainable growth.

Brief history of Ugur Altan

From Tennis Courts to Marathon Routes

I picked up a tennis racket at 5, but it was the open road that truly called me. In 2021, while juggling a 9-5, I laced up my running shoes consistently and haven't looked back. I've lived the transformation from a 3:34 marathon in 2018 to an ever-improving 2:23 in 2023 – all whilst maintaining a full-time career in data analytics. My journey proves that with smart training, you don't need to choose between your day job and your running dreams.

Ditch cookie-cutter plans. The coaching that cuts through the noise with:

  • Data-driven training, tailored to your body

  • Recovery strategies that keep you on the road

  • Race-day tactics for your best performance

  • A coach who adapts as fast as you improve

All this expertise for the price from 2-3 coffees a week!

I'm here to help you write your own running success story, whether you're aiming for your first 5K or gunning for a Boston qualifier.

Curious? Let's talk about your running goals and how we can achieve them without draining your wallet. Your PB is waiting, and it's more affordable than you think!

Why me?

Bronze

£30/m

Weekdays contact

  • Bespoke training plan around your work and social life

  • Limited communication (weekdays) via WhatsApp

  • Tracking your progress and providing guidance on the ideal pace to run based on your targets and current abilities.

Silver

£60/m

24/7 contact

  • Bespoke training plan around your work and social life

  • Unlimited communication via messaging: WhatsApp (preferred), Signal, Telegram, or email – whichever works best for you.

  • Tracking your progress and providing guidance on the ideal pace to run based on your targets and current abilities.

  • Pre-race chats to discuss strategy based on your training, plus post-race debriefs.

  • If we can, I’ll also try to meet up for a run once a month – though I can’t promise this every time.

Gold

£90/m

24/7 contact

  • Bespoke training plan around your work and social life

  • Unlimited communication via messaging: WhatsApp (preferred), Signal, Telegram, or email – whichever works best for you.

  • Tracking your progress and providing guidance on the ideal pace to run based on your targets and current abilities.

  • Pre-race chats to discuss strategy based on your training, plus post-race debriefs.

  • If we can, I’ll also try to meet up for a run once a month – though I can’t promise this every time.

  • Additional fortnightly consultation via a call or video call.

  • Group Training – If possible, joining small group sessions for extra motivation.

  • Nutrition Guidance – Basic advice or recommendations on fueling for training and race day.

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Ready to elevate your running? Drop me a line.