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Discover why runners of all abilities from around the world run with us.

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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.

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  • 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!
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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.

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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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