Got a spring marathon place? Here's how to make the most of the weeks before training begins.
The Spring Marathon Project is an eight-week group coaching programme designed to build your running base before your marathon training plan begins in December.
Getting a marathon place is exciting. And then the questions start.
December feels far away. But it's closer than you think. And the weeks between now and then are more valuable than most runners realise.
Without structure and guidance, it's easy to either overdo it and arrive at the start of your training plan tired, or underdo it and start from scratch when it begins.
The Spring Marathon Project is designed to help you during this phase.
Eight weeks of structured group coaching that builds your running base, establishes consistency and prepares your body and mind for the months of training ahead.
So when December arrives, you're not scrambling to catch up or already feeling exhausted. You're exactly where you need to be: strong, healthy and excited to begin your marathon plan.
What's included:
🗓 Eight weeks of structured training guidelines
A clear weekly training framework delivered to your inbox at the start of each week. Structured around the base-building phase, with tips and context to help you understand the purpose behind every session.
💻 Weekly live Zoom group sessions
A group call every week covering that week's training focus, coaching tips and time for your questions and discussion.
👥 A private community group
A dedicated space for Spring Marathon Project participants to share sessions, ask questions and support each other between calls.
📋 Expert coaching throughout
UESCA-certified coaching from someone who has completed 38 marathons and ultramarathons, including Good for Age places at both London and Chicago.
Programme details:
📅 Starts: Monday 19th October 2026
🏁 Ends: Sunday 13th December 2026
💻 Delivery: Weekly live Zoom group sessions, plus weekly email training guidelines
👥 Group size: Limited to 20 participants
Secure your place:
🐣 Early bird price: now closed
📈 Standard price: £69, from 1st October until sign-ups close
🔒 Sign-ups close: 13th October
About Lorna
I'm Lorna, the person behind Run with Lorna. I'm a UESCA-certified running coach and qualified England Athletics run leader.
I've completed 38 marathons and ultramarathons, including Good for Age places at both London and Chicago. But more than the races, what drives me is helping other runners experience that shift from seeing running as a means to get fit to something you love and that becomes part of who you are.
I went through a period where I couldn't run at all. Getting back to it taught me more about building a running base than any training plan ever could. This experience is at the heart of everything I coach.
The Spring Marathon Project is built on what I know works for runners who want to show up to their marathon training plan ready to give it their best.
Before joining The Spring Marathon Project, please ensure you have consulted your doctor or healthcare provider if you have any existing health conditions, injuries or concerns. This is an online group coaching programme and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. By purchasing a place, you confirm you are taking responsibility for your own health and wellbeing throughout. If anything feels wrong at any point during the programme, please stop and seek professional advice before continuing.
By purchasing a place on The Spring Marathon Project you agree to our terms and conditions.
