What makes a good Endurance Running Coach?
Should:
Be available for consultation on training plans
Be available for advice on running technique (when asked by athlete)
Be supportive and encouraging at all times
Give feedback on performance only when invited to by athlete
Respect personal space of athletes
Plan appropriate training sessions that athletes are invited to attend
Run training sessions that are athlete centred, not coach driven
Should not:
Embarrass or humiliate an athlete in private or in public
Give opinions when not invited to by athlete
Expect all athletes to perform at same level
Lead a training session that allows no input from athletes participating
UK Athletics has a clear philosophy:
An athlete centred approach in which the needs of each athlete are paramount and placed before the interests of , and pressures imposed by, the coach
An inclusive attitude in which all athletes can take part, are valued and encouraged to explore their own potential
The importance of providing a fun and safe environment
Encouraging athletes to be involved in their own development and empowered to take greater responsibility for it.
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