John Beattie

John Beattie is a coach who helps ambitious marathon runners achieve their ultimate goals in both running and life, through 1:to:1 online coaching.

John has also been an elite runner for many years, and has represented Great Britain and England in track, cross country and road running.

Although now focussed primarily on coaching, John is keen to lead by example and show older runners that ‘age is just a number.’ Now in his late 30s, and 23 years into his own running journey, he is still competing at a national level and remains under 30-minutes for 10k in 2024.

Articles by John Beattie

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Getting through the tough times

In my last piece for Outside & Active, I talked about what I believed the worst mistake a runner could make is.

John Beattie
18 July, 2024

The worst mistake a runner can make

I was asked at a presentation recently what I thought the worst mistake is that a runner can make.

John Beattie
12 July, 2024

The 7 out of 10 rule – The simple mindset switch to skyrocket the consistency within your training

I want to share something with you. Just one simple mindset switch that can make a profound difference with your running.

John Beattie
1 July, 2024

Passion to profession

Hello. John Beattie here. I’m delighted to get started with sharing content here on Outside and Active. Whilst I may have met some of you after speaking at past editions of The National Running Show, I’d like to use this first piece to share my story in a little more detail.

John Beattie
25 June, 2024

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