Running
Running for every ability
Whether you're completely new to running, returning after a break, training towards a goal or simply looking for a friendly group to help you stay active, our running groups are designed to make running accessible to everyone. At Fitmums and Friends, we believe that running is better together. Our sessions are friendly, supportive and welcoming, with a range of distances so you can choose the option that works best for you.
Choose your distance
At each session, you can choose to run 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 miles. This means there are plenty of options, whatever your experience or ability. Every distance is led by a trained run leader, so you'll have someone there to support and encourage you along the way.
Our 1-mile group is a great place to start if you're learning to run, building your confidence or returning to activity. Running with others can make getting started feel much easier – and having a group around you means you don't have to do it alone.
You don't have to work your way through the distances. If you love running 2 miles every week, that's absolutely fine! You can stay at the distance you enjoy, or choose to gradually increase your distance when and if you're ready.
Safe, supported and social
Our sessions are about much more than running. They're a chance to get active, meet people and become part of a friendly community.
Every session includes a warm-up and cool-down, and our routes are prepared and risk assessed in advance. We rotate our routes regularly, so there's something different to look forward to each week.
Whether you're running your first mile, building towards your first 5k or 10k, or simply want to get out for a regular run with good company, you'll find a supportive group around you.
Running towards a goal?
If you have a specific goal, we can help you work towards it. Our coaches are available to provide advice and guidance, and can create training programmes to help you prepare for events and challenges.
You might be aiming for your first race, working towards a new personal best, or simply wanting to build your fitness. Whatever your goal, we're here to help you make a plan that works for you.
And if you don't have a goal at all, that's fine too. Sometimes the best goal is simply to turn up, get moving and enjoy a run with friends.
Worried about your pace?
No need to worry about holding the group back: we use a ‘shepherding’ system which ensures everyone exercises at an appropriate level for their ability with the reassurance that you will never be left behind. Run Leaders manage this within the group if it is needed. This means everyone can run at their own pace. Everyone is committed to this system which is what makes Fitmums and Friends so very supportive. See how shepherding works HERE
One membership, lots of possibilities
Our membership gives you access to all Fitmums and Friends clubs across our network. This means you can choose to attend different clubs, making it easier to fit running around work, family and everyday life. You don't have to be tied to the same session every week. Your membership gives you the flexibility to find a session and a club that works for you.
Everyone is welcome
Our running groups are open to men and women aged 16 and over, and we welcome runners of all abilities. You don't need to be fast. You don't need to run a particular distance. And you don't need to be an experienced runner. Just come along, choose your distance and run with us.
