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First42K is so much more than running, it’s an incredible community with like-minded people that really help you achieve any of your goals.

Marie Smith

First42K has helped me achieve my running goals, help me stay nice and consistent with my running, and it’s such a great community.

Sarah Mannell

First42K has helped me become a better runner. It's made me more accountable to my training, and I've loved being a part of the First42K Community.

Olivia Rundle

In the beginning, I was rather intimidated by running… and now I love it. First42K corrected my running technique, It showed me how far I could actually run to begin with, but then it supported me and drove me to go further. I can now run larger distances and I have a great time doing it. There are a lot of tips and tricks for how to run well and run further on the internet, but the one thing that's really invaluable is the community and the camaraderie that you get from First42K. There's always someone there supporting you and inspiring you to go further. It also adds that element of accountability which is absolutely invaluable if you want to push yourself and achieve more. If you're thinking of taking up running or getting back into running, I would highly recommend First42K. What have you got to lose?

Ryan Sheales

I never thought I'd say this but First42K has made me love running. From the elite programming to the huge emphasis on community, it's more than just a run club.

Matt Sipala

First42K has given me my love for running back and the community that has come with it is something that I will cherish forever.

Alicia Ayton

First42K isn't just any running program, it's the best running program and community, and I'm so glad that I joined.

Belinda Wilson

First42K has helped me run my fastest half marathon and its also given me really good structure to my running and training plans.

Tatum Fankhauser

First42K is the best running community that I have ever been a part of. They have the perfect blend of heart, purpose, and professionalism.

I know my running is getting smarter, my goals more purposeful, and with their support, I am so confident that I am going to knock out my running goals bigger, better, and faster than I ever could have imagined.

Nikki Langman

First42K has helped me stay nice and consistent with my running, as well as improving my technique.

Kailyn Brazier

First42K has helped me become a more efficient and focused runner, with the consistent training plans and variety of training including strength and interval training, and it has helped me achieve my first ever marathon time, which was a sub- four-hour marathon. So it's been an amazing help and I love the program.

Ujjwal Chaudhry

First42K has made me a better runner. It has corrected my technique and I’m feeling a lot more confident going on longer runs.

Jack Danaher

First42K has helped me improve my running technique.

Skyler Hay

First42K has helped me become a smarter runner and has helped me achieve 2 marathons already.

Mitch Cumming

First42K has helped me fall in love with running again and I’m looking forward to First42K helping me complete my first marathon.

Meghan Wood

First42K has allowed me to enjoy all the challenges that come with running and has helped me tick off goals I never thought I would have achieved yet.

Stacey Fleming

First42K has given me many opportunities and made me more accountable to my training.

Mel Coulson

I found First42K 15 months ago and in that time I've run 50 half marathons, three full marathons, and one ultra-marathon. I swear by it!

Pete Kavanagh

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Join an online community of runners helping each other reach their running goals.

Share the journey. Draw strength and inspiration from each other.

So much more than an online program, JDS Run Coaching^® is an online community.

Expect support and encouragement from your fellow JDS runners
Access an exclusive member only accountability and support groups
Join regularly accountability calls, live meetup opportunities and more
First-timers and seasoned runners welcomed

Our Club membership is not another boring PDF guide.

JDS Run Coaching^® gives you access to a comprehensive day-by-day training guide, with explainer videos for every exercise, for just $9.95 per week.

An example of a First42K Strength Workout

Day-by-Day Workout Guide
Nutritional Video Classes
Running School for Training & Technique Tips
Bodyweight and equipment based Strength Workouts
Yoga Sessions for recovery and flexibility
Tools that take the guesswork out of training
Regular Live Q&A Sessions
Private Group Support in our community on Circle.
Expert Advice from our Coaches

You’ll also get access to our Runners Nutrition Channel, with videos on everything you wanted to know about how to fuel your running and training properly.

Topics covering:

Supplements
Hydration
Food
Pre-Run Nutrition
Post-Run Nutrition
Caffeine
Runners Gut
Heaps more!

An example of the First42K Nutrition Portal

We’ll help you fall in love with running, no matter your current fitness level.

Our expertly crafted training program provides a step-by-step, day-by-day program that will get you over the finish line, safely.

An example of the First42K workout portal

Each workout has been carefully designed to increase your strength and stamina, without overloading – so you get faster and stronger, safely, with a smile*.

*Smile not guaranteed.

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Designed by seasoned Ultra-Marathon runners and professional sports dieticians

Running changed our Coaches’ lives. With our help, it could change yours too.

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JDS Run Coaching^® is an online run coaching company dedicated to helping you achieve your running goals. Whether your goal is to run your first 5K or 10K, a PB half marathon or marathon, or even a 100-mile ultra-marathon or multi-day ultra-running expedition, our coaches are here to support you every step of the way. Choose the membership that is best suited to you and unlock your 2-week free trial today.

JDS Run Coaching^® is registered as JOY DISCIPLINE SUCCESS RUN COACHING PTY. LTD.

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JDS Run Coaching^® acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we run, rest and play. We recognise their continuing connection to the land and waters, and thank them for protecting this land and its ecosystems since time immemorial. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all First Nations people.