Hello! Welcome to Parkes Running!
My name is Ben and I set up Parkes Running with three main goals.
1. Offer great running advice through my YouTube channel, for free, every week.
2. Design affordable training plans that anyone can follow.
3. Create the best running hats in the world, while offering a line of technical and casual gear that will look awesome on any runner.
It's great to have you on board, let's get this done!
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from 4325 reviewsThis is the best half marathon plan I have tried and I have followed several.
I found the pacing guideline really useful and reassuring and also loved that there were 3 rest days. I feel like previous plans burnt me out before race day resulting in poorer performance.
I feel fitter and stronger than I ever have and that I am continuing to improve.
This plan got me from 2hr24 to 2hr 13 and hoping to break 2 hours this year.
I have started the beginner marathon plan and can’t wait to see what results it brings. Thank you to Ben 😊
Reading it as I go, easy to access - and understand. Clear flow and I’m praying Ben does wonders for me in race day!
Let’s go!
This was my second training plan from Ben after the first one helped me smash my 50K goal last year. Ben's plans are clear, achievable and I can easily adapt where I need to. They're full of really useful advice and guidance and I'd definitely reccomend them to anyone thinking about going longer!
Great plan, Ben! I stuck to it mostly, but added some workouts from other coaches and my own experience to tailor it a little. But got a 4 minute PR after not really running for 3 years and met my BQ by 6:30. So happy, thanks again!
Was looking for something other than a headband as they keep slipping, so caps were the very thing - they are fully adjustable and good quality, and kept my hair out of my eyes. Also, they didn't cost the earth like some other brands...
This is great idea - I was in need of some tees and not super fussed about the colours, so I went in for the lucky dip purchase at a reduced price. every fits really well and the quality is really good! Immediately went out running in one of them!
Fits really well, helps that I am a similar size and shape to Ben as he is modelling it in the pictures (maybe clearer sizing on the website might be a good idea though). I am into bright clothing, and this works well for me! Included was a lovely note from ben's mum too :-)
2 weeks into the plan and I can already see an improvement in my running would recommend highly
Great quality and the lucky dip concept means a bargain for us customers. All the designs look good to me so no dramas with which version I may get.
Nice hat snug fit feel the quality had it on Sunday morning a bit nippy and slippy on a 4 mile thanks ben
Bought due to the recent cold weather and marathon training in the week start at 0600.
Even at -3 degrees it is the only layer I need to keep me warm. It’s light and fits well and moves with my body.
Thoroughly recommend for those cold mornings it helps that it doesn’t that shabby either
Dont gonna think you will miss me in this singlet 😁 material feels nice will try it out at the Longleat 10k this month, just getting it done!
Can’t run like Ben but sure as dammit I can look like him ! These designs are so great that it makes you want all the colours and all the styles. My favourite tee and one I choose for important races.
Great looking, vibrant t shirt that is funky to run in. These tees are so unlike anything you see at parkruns and other races. Easily recognised when other podcasters wear them, they make you enthusiastic to run. Joyous!
This plan covers all types of running background and is super specific, yet easy to read and follow.