It was a hot stadium in Ashford where a group of 18 enthusiastic runners were about to become LiRFs. The group included 2 of our own Medway Fit prospects. All ages and all levels of runner were represented.

We started off in the classroom learning the basics about the role of a leader, safety and how to plan a session.

Then it was out on the track to practice presenting a session warm up and learn from each others styles and methods.

After lunch we were back in the classroom for more learning including energy systems, safety (again) and running form. Then we  planned a whole session from warm up to cool down.

Back out on the track we ran our planned sessions on the other groups. Everyone contributing. Each session closed with feedback and constructive comments.

Back in the classroom and all slightly sunburned, we finished off with setting objectives, selecting drills for a 6 week session plan and an introduction to Run Together (no surprises there). Eight hours well spent.

The end result is 2 more LiRFs for all you lovely MFit people.

David Chronnell
Leader in Running Fitness
​Medway Fit

Wow!  What a morning, we celebrated exceeding 10,000 Medway Fit parkruns at Great Lines today with amazing cakes contributed by our fantastic members.

I've been in a cake coma for the last few hours but having woken up I am sitting in wonder as I type this post about the enormity of that figure. 317 different athletes, 10,000 runs, 50,000,000kms!  When I look back over the last 4 years and see how we have grown from a small group of friends to an enormous running and fitness family with over 400 members I beam with pride.  Well done team and congratulations to each and every one of you.  #fitfitfit #beawesome #cirflife

Richard Pemberton
Coach in Running Fitness