I purchased a marathon plan to prep for my October Marathon. I had time to use the plan’s last two weeks and tapered preparing for my spring half marathon. I achieved a PR and took exactly two minutes off of my previous record! This plan takes the guess work out and forces rest days, which I need! Well done, Ben!

I have been looking for affordable options for running clothes that are also comfortable, and I have found it here! Not to mention that I get to support the channel that has helped me start losing weight and feeling good in my own skin. Can’t recommend this brand more!

I loved the plan! I’ve had two failed attempts at sub 3, blowing up at 18 both times. The plan just worked for me and I only needed to move a few of the days to fit around being a busy mum and working . I felt strong through out the 15 weeks and didn’t have my usual exhaustion/over training feeling. Unfortunately it was ridiculously hot on Marathon day and I didn’t hit my goal but I did get a PB taking over 4 minutes of my previous times coming in at 3.06 and I can’t be disappointed with that considering the heat. I felt good and unlike my previous marathons didn’t have to walk, a solid 26.2 miles achieved on the day and I know that if the weather had been on my side that I would have been so much closer to my goal. Going to use the plan for another marathon in October. Thanks guys!

Nice packaging and a lovely personal hand written note !

On behalf of all runners with large heads thank you for a running cap that fits and is fully adjustable. The cap is really light and has great ventilation. I run my first half marathon for 10 years next week and am looking forward to using the hat especially if the current weather stays warm. Delivery was really quick and the thank you note is always appreciated.

I bought this hat specifically for my attempt at the London Marathon 2025, given the forecast hot weather. I tried it out on my shakeout run on the Saturday, with no problems, and so wore it for the big day. It was excellent during the hot weather of the race, kept the sun off but due to the mesh top, rear & side panels did not lead to overheating. It prevented sweat running down into eyes.
All in all a great cap that was thoroughly tested through 26.2 miles - probably survived the experience better than I did!

A very well made technical top, which fits as per sizing, and wicks moisture effectively. The feel of the material is excellent, allowing for a very comfortable experience whilst running. The graphic is distinctive and fun.

Trained for 10k in 1h, ended doing them in 56:37 min.

HM plan already bought! Thanks Ben 💪

Second t-shirt I’ve bought from the Parkes Running shop.

The parcel arrived quickly despite Ben running the London Marathon that weekend. T-shirt is v high quality, exactly what I look for. Fit is great for me, true to size.
And I love the t-shirt motto - those who are runners can connect with it, helps me connect with other runners!
Thanks Ben and Sarah! Keep smashing it out of the park!

Have only been running for a couple of years but wanted to take on an ultra. Although this seemed very daunting (50k) I had a really good experience with previous training plans from Ben Parkes (This is my 3rd different plan) so no hesitation to purchase this plan. So really getting into it, learning a lot transitioning from road running to trail and hopeful my first ultra race goes well!

Thank you so much for a great marathon plan. This was my first marathon and trained for sub 4 - achieved 3hr 50mins at Manchester Marathon 2025. Totally chuffed with that so thank you so much. The strength workouts massively helped as well, they're a great add on to the plan.
Never thought I could run a marathon so thank you for helping me achieve this.

Brilliant cap, exactly what I needed for the summer months! Ordered and picked up with ease from the expo! (Although gutted I didn’t get to meet Ben 😅)

5k plan is perfect for newbies as well as Weekend Warriors as has set sessions but allows you to tailor paces to suit goal/current fitness.
I am using as a guide and not progressing to the following week until I have 'passed' the current week

This hat is great, fantastic look, very comfortable, very well made and superb ventilation. Definitely my new go to hat for running

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