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 3963 reviewsQuality kit. Thank you for a great addition to running wardrobe. Colourway up there with my favourites. Thank you
Bought this plan as I have completed both marathon and half marathon plans from Ben. Both led me to a PB. Looking to get my 10k PB down sub 40mins. Love these plans as they balance intensity and recovery perfectly.
Great jumper. Very comfy and not only for race days 😜
I was looking for a structured plan to start running again after serious injury. This plan gave me the motivation and structure to start running again and the results are coming right of the bat. I really enjoyed the different runs and i‘m looking forward to use one of Bens plans for the next part of my Training.
Love the long sleeved top great fit and nice design. Also love the green credentials and being able to support an independent brand.
This is the best hat ! Vented, lite & stays where you want it !
I have bought a number of hats from BenParkes.com and I have absolutely loved all of them. This one is at the top though! The fit is great, the colors pop, and the design is awesome. Have run 50K+ at a time in these hats and am never not satisfied!
Extremely comfortable and easy on the skin. The colorway is gorgeous and is perfect for later evening running as we are getting into the colder months. As always, I am super happy!
So far, I have really enjoyed the structured approach to the plan. Each week I am gaining strength physically and mentally. I am starting week four today and feel very confident for what's coming up. The slow increase on the long run distances has been exactly what I needed. I now focus on small segments that add up to a sixteen-mile run that I may not have attempted otherwise. A marathon is definitely doable now!
As a new runner I’ve done the 10k l1 first and am now a few weeks into the 5k l2. It’s great how the plan gets me through this with sufficient rest while still being challenging enough and keeping me injury free!
Looks great, feels great and certainly great at keeping you warm!
This is the 4th Tshirt I've bought in the last couple of months, getting hooked on them :-)
Wasn't even contemplating another but £20 is well worth it, really good quality and I've recommened BP to so many of my running friends. The postcard with a message is always lovely to read, and supporting a small business rather than global national brands is so much more satisfying. Dont um and arr, Get It Done.
Ben and Sarah,
This long-sleeve running top is a great for upcoming autumn and for winter running. It’ll keeping me comfortable, without overheating. The fabric is super soft and stretchy, making it feel like you're barely wearing anything.
I've been wearing it on all my runs, from short recoveries to sessions and long runs. It's perfect for those crisp mornings when you just want to get out there and run, paired with a hat ad gloves, but not feel too heavy with layers or jackets.
If you're looking for a top that can handle the cold and keep you comfortable, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.
Thanks Sarah and Ben 👍🏻
Great quality & fit, will be ordering more items in the future :)
Thanks!