The training plan was very helpful even though I wasn’t able to follow it to a T due to my work schedule. As a beginner, it definitely helped me reach my goals and prepare for my very first marathon. I really appreciate the guidance and support throughout the process.

Never done a proper program before so it was very handy being guided and trying new things like tempo runs. Made race day a lot easier than my first marathon attempt and felt much more prepared!

Very grateful to have had one of these plans to help me prepare for the Dunedin marathon in which I achieved my best time - bettering my PB by almost 40 minutes. Simon and the team were amazing and very supportive! Thanks heaps guys!

Really helpful, easy to follow.

Super impressed with the plan. Easy to follow with clear instructions and lots of tips and tricks. First time Half Marathon runner and finished happily in under 2 hours. Thank you

I was a complete newbie to running and had no idea where to start for my charity half marathon training. I received the plan with my event entry. The plan was incredibly easy to follow with great reminders and pacing. For someone who has never been a fan of running, I was surprised at how achievable and motivating the plan made each run feel.

I got this plan for free as part of the Dunedin Marathon this year. It was my first Marathon ever so I followed the instructions and workouts quite strictly apart from tge last week before tapering as I found myself very tired. That week I ran the distances but didn't do the drills. Overall it is a good plan and I highly recommend it. I would have definitely reached my goal time if it wasn't for the wild headwind. Only 5 min over though despite the challenge.

Great training, nice and easy to follow. Very fast to response to questions or concerns. No pressure at all but good emails to hold accountability. Thanks heaps.

I completed this plan with the goal of completing the 10km at the Dunedin Marathon. Without a doubt if I hadn’t followed this plan I doubt I would have been able to achieve this.
The plan was simple to follow, great advice was provided and I achieved all the goals I had set for myself. Thank you so much!

Great plan for training for Half marathon

Rhodesy quickly moved my marathon pb from 3:26 to 3:16. I was running more than I’d ever done previously and feeling less fatigued following them. The workouts were enjoyable and Rhodesy provided valuable feedback whenever I needed to check in. Will use again for my next goal.

I chose Simon as my running coach because, despite reading numerous marathon training books, I felt overwhelmed by all the different programs. I needed someone to simplify things, and Simon did just that. My previous PB in the marathon was 3:12:30, and my goal was to run sub-3 hours to qualify for the Boston Marathon in 2026. Simon’s approach was exactly what I needed.

Although his training plan included plenty of interval work, Simon always explained the purpose behind each session and was receptive to feedback on how my body was handling the load. This open communication and individualized support made all the difference. Thanks to Simon, I just completed the Melbourne Marathon in 2:57:32—a massive improvement. I couldn’t have done it without him!

Simon will not only have you incredibly well prepared physically, but even more importantly, mentally. I came to him with very little understanding of how running should work and does work in the context of training for a goal, now I am more confident in my running ability than almost anything else in my life. Simon helped me adjust goals and training weeks when I wasn't feeling my best, pushed me when I needed that little extra motivation, and overall made me feel like I could reach any time goal I set for myself, I just have to put in the work. Thanks Simon, you were bloody awesome to train for!

Found the plan really helpful - flexible but gave great structure. Really happy with the result

I have competed in half Ironman, an ultramarathon and a number of marathons. The last couple of marathons I pulled up with injury. So, I was looking for a running coach to help me prepare for the Dunedin Marathon. I turned to Running coach Simon from RhodesRunner. He also trains my eldest boys.

He has been massive for my running in terms of just taking it to the next level. He provided a structured and varied plan that held me to account, increased my running strength, fitness and durability, Simon helped me with my race strategy, hydration and nutrition plans and ultimately guided me to smashing out a massive personal best (2:50) that exceeded my expectations.

I highly recommend Simon as a coach and will be using him again when I prepare to tackle Boston.