Neil MacNicol - Runrecover 

About Neil

 

I am an ultramarathon runner and former Royal Marine Commando who is passionate about helping people explore and achieve their full running potential.

 

I have been competing in marathons and ultramarathons since my first road marathon in 2005. Since then I have tested and adjusted my training methods after every race to improve dramatically which for me peaked (so far!) in April 2014 when I was able to secure the Scottish Ultra Trail Champion title at the Hoka Highland Fling 53 mile race.  

 

In May 2014 I decided to leave my job in banking and to focus on my main interest and skill, running and helping others improve their running performance.

 

I made the decision to start my own business in run coaching (Run) and massage therapy (Recover) and to formalise my coaching skills by gaining UK Athletics accreditation in Running coaching. 

I became am a qualified Coach in Running Fitness (CIRF) in 2015. I added to my coaching knowledge by qualifying as a Lydiard Level II Certified Running Coach in 2018. More recently I completed the UK Athletics Event Group Endurance qualification in April 2021.

 

Having experienced the benefits of massage after staggering across many an ultramarathon finish line I trained with the Scottish School of Massage and gained a Diploma in Swedish Massage therapy in April 2015.  In 2016 I completed the Diploma in Remedial & Sports massage therapy to further develop my skills.

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I am a brand ambassador for Beta Outdoor Sports who supply me with the great Ultimate Direction and Injinji running products.