While we’re celebrating 10 years, we’re only just getting started. We’ve rolled into the first checkpoint. Full of energy. Full of excitement to do more together.
Pyllon has always looked beyond what’s in front of us, exploring what’s possible, and supporting each other in the journey. And if the past decade has taught me anything, it’s that we’re capable of so much more than we know. The road ahead is exciting, and I invite each of you to come along, to keep growing, and to keep challenging what’s possible.
In this blog post, Des shares how he transitioned from chasing personal bests and comparing himself to others, to discovering a deeper 'Why'—a purpose that fuels his passion for running and adventure. His story is a testament to the power of finding joy in the process, embracing the unknown, and using running as a tool for personal growth.
Galloway hills, 45 miles and 5200 meters of ascent, are some of the most brutal terrain of any hills I know in the UK. No GPS allowed, and you must complete the event as a team of four….what an awesome concept.
In Episode 3 of the sprint series where Paul and James are exploring Confidence and Belief how we think is critical. Especially how we then channel that thinking. In this 13 minute blast Paul argues you can choose in which voices and messages you believe in. He tells us it is normal to have internal conversations and reminds listeners the voice we hear the most, BY A LONG WAY, is our very own.
The science of running (and other sports) is more complex than many people realise. It’s not just a case of lacing up your trainers and putting one foot in front of the other. The female body is not simply a smaller version of our male counterparts. Oh, and how the hell do we train in and around the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and menopause anyway?
This article will outline some of the golden nuggets found in Roar by Dr. Stacy Sims.
Here’s a blog post by Kevin Banks
Last year was a monumental year for me. I pushed myself to embark on two big and challenging races - the West Highland Way Race and the TDS by UTMB, just two months apart. Despite the challenges I faced, I was able to train effectively and enjoy the wonderful experience of both gruelling events. However, the aftermath of such a big year took a toll on me, both physically and mentally.
A blog by Patricia
Last year was a tough one for me, I got injured, left jobs, lost my furry soul mate and best bunny friend and struggled all year in all areas of my life. I experienced and am still trying to deal with different types of grief and disappointment. I lost my focus and my purpose in life, felt hopeless and at times even my desire to run was nowhere to be found. I got by but, I wasn’t me. This project, in a way, brought me back to life, gave me some focus, meaning and passion to get me through the winter and it started to re-ignite a spark that I feared I was losing. I know, I hope I’ll find a bit more of me when I get going out there this weekend.
Here’s Arjit sharing an inspiring story of an event he created.
Dragons Back and Cape Wrath supremo Mark Smith opens up about his rescue from his local hills.
“I guess when things like this happen you go into survival mode. I recall feeling quite calm and matter of fact about the situation, but the odd glance at my shattered ankle was making me feel a bit queasy. I was thinking of the best steps to follow to get help quickly.”
The science of running (and other sports) is more complex than many people realise. It’s not just a case of lacing up your trainers and putting one foot in front of the other. The female body is not simply a smaller version of our male counterparts. Oh, and how the hell do we train in and around the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and menopause anyway?
This article will outline some of the golden nuggets found in Roar by Dr. Stacy Sims.
Here’s Arjit sharing an inspiring story of an event he created.
“During the event I learnt that there is more to running than just follow the training plan or to get out of the bed and go for a run. I learnt to respect people’s time and personal limitations. Many times an assigned person didn’t turn up to the slot and I had to get out to fill the gap - twice during the week in the middle of the night. Instant reaction was to get frustrated though a perspective shift would suggest that it’s a slot for someone and it’s an event for me. “
Last year Jennifer successfully completed her first ultra, the Kintyre Way Ultra, after entering at the last minute. This year Jennifer entered the Speyside Way Ultra but really struggled to find the ideal training plan to suit her specific level of experience and race goals, so made the decision to join the Pyllon LITE coaching program in May.
There have been a number of positive changes at Pyllon recently as the team continues to help more runners take on bigger and bolder challenges.
International athletes Rob Turner, Grant MacDonald and Debbie Martin-Consani have all joined the Pyllon Coaching team.
We have launched new products to help more people get more from their training and racing: Pyllon LITE, which is a more cost effective option for athletes who do not need weekly contacts with a coach, and TRAX for athletes racing shorter distances, from 5K to marathon on trail, road and XC.
We have created a new Coaching arm for Pyllon, that will allow us to support athletes focused on shorter events, from 5K to marathon distance - on Trail, Road or XC. It’s called Pyllon TRAX and we are delighted to announce that Rob Turner will be joining the Pyllon Coaching team to lead our approach to supporting these athletes. We spoke to Rob to find out more about Pyllon TRAX and his own running background:
With all the uncertainty brought on by continued lockdowns and the call of adventure becoming louder by the day, we were super-excited to hear about Jo’s bold, personal challenge which she has been working on for some time. Jo is no stranger to the mountains and is no slouch off-trail, especially when it comes to letting loose on descents! So here’s what’s involved in this record attempt this weekend.
