MBRB LIVE - JANUARY 17th 2026
MBRB Live Day is back this January.
This is your opportunity to reset, reconnect, and refocus for 2026.
Not surface-level goal setting.
Real intention.
For how you want to move, feel, and show up this year - in running and life.
Where the decisions you make shape the kind of year you’re about to have.
We’ll be bringing the same grounded, purposeful approach you already know from MBRB - just in person and with people who get it.
(And if you’re able to make a weekend of it… join us for a group long run on Sunday morning through the stunning trails of Clumber Park - the perfect way to round things off.)
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Location
YMCA Newark Activity Village, Nottinghamshire
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Tickets
40 tickets available
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Hosts
John Beattie & Lilly Adkins (Move Better Run Better)
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Date
Saturday January 17th - 2026
PLAN FOR THE DAY...
Note - Itinerary may be subject to change depending on guest availability and on-the-day conditions.
Welcome From Your Hosts
Kickstart the day by setting your intentions and meeting a community of welcoming and inspirational runners from around the UK.
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Time: 10:00 AM
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Host: John Beattie and Lilly Adkins
Running Form and Technique Session
Discover how to maximise your warm-up and improve your running form. This practical session sets the foundations so that you can get the most out of your training sessions and races.
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Time: 10:30 AM
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Host: Tom Boardman
Group Track Running Session
A fantastic opportunity for you to train with a supportive group of runners on the athletics track. Experience the energy and buzz of training in a group with a team of expert coaches guiding you through the session.
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Time: 11:00 AM
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Host: John Beattie
2026 - The Year Of Real Growth
This session is about growth - the real kind. The kind that happens when you stop avoiding, start deciding, and finally do the things you've been circling around.
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Time: 12:45 PM
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Host: John Beattie and Lilly Adkins
Running Specific Strength and Conditioning Session
Practical strength and mobility session with Lilly Adkins. Building long-lasting strength that stays with you... not just in your running, but in how you move through life.
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Time: 14:30 PM
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Host: Lilly Adkins
Join Us For Drinks
Join us for a social drink in the cafe before you head home.
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Time: 16:00 PM
CHECK OUT WHAT PREVIOUS ATTENDEES HAD TO SAY...
Thank you John, Lilly, Tom and Jules for making it happen! Great day! Running can be a lonely activity but then, as today, when like-minded people gather, there is energy and enjoyment that we could never experience on our own.
An awesome day with the fab Move Better Run Better coaches. Looking forward to working on everything I learnt from the day! When's the next one?
A fantastic, varied day, so valuable to meet you guys in person and to meet a whole bunch of such diverse but kind, encouraging, knowledgeable runner attendees- I felt inspired and listening to Sam's 'fast journey' was just amazing.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT THE DAY TO LOOK AND FEEL LIKE
MEET YOUR HOSTS...
John Beattie - After a long career as an elite runner (including achieving 2.16 at London Marathon), John has since coached hundreds of marathon runners to smash PBs and achieve things they previously thought beyond them.
Lilly Adkins - Through her own experiences of overcoming serious injuries including hip surgery, and 15-pins and 2 plates in her ankle, Lilly used Strength and Conditioning, and mindset work, to prove the doctors wrong and to still be able to continue to run pain free. This inspired Lilly to become a S&C coach and she has since helped hundreds of runners to not let anything or anyone define what they are capable of.
FAQS
Do you have questions that we haven't answered? Find them here or contact info@movebetterrunbetter.com
WHO ARE MOVE BETTER RUN BETTER?
Move Better Run Better (MBRB) is a multiple award-winning running coaching business originally set up by GB athlete and 2.16 marathon runner, John Beattie. Since its inception, John and the MBRB coaching team have helped hundreds of runners around the world to smash PBs, and achieve huge breakthroughs, both in running and life.
WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT FROM OTHER EVENTS?
If you want a day of unnecessarily complicated science speak, overwhelming facilities, or being wired up to a treadmill, then this is NOT the day for you. We work with real people, leading real lives, not full-time professional athletes who can access this kind of infrastructure all the time. The day will therefore be about giving you simple, easy-to-implement strategies that you can take with you to apply in your own everyday lives well beyond this one day.
WHERE IS THE EVENT TAKING PLACE?
The event is taking place at the brand new facilities of the YMCA Activity Village in Newark, Nottinghamshire. The full address is Lord Hawke Way, Newark, NG24 4FH. This can easily be accessed via the A1, and is also under two miles from Newark Northgate train station (which is on the London Mainline from Kings Cross).
There are several hotels in the area if you need overnight accommodation.
WHAT IF I'M INJURED AND CANT RUN ON THE DAY?
At MBRB, when runners are injured we always take a can do (not can't do) attitude. If you are unable to run at the time of the day, we still recommend joining us as there will be a TON of powerful learning taking place that will help you for years to come.
I DONT KNOW ANYONE ELSE GOING?
Since day one, a huge part of the success of MBRB has been its community. Everyone is welcomed with open arms, and we promise that there’ll be plenty of friendly runners you can meet and spend the day with, even if you don’t know anyone before arriving.
The other option is to bring a running buddy along with you or even treat them to a place. Simply select the quantity of bookings you would like to make at the checkout page.
HOW DO I KNOW IF THIS EVENT WILL BE RIGHT FOR ME?
As long as you are serious about your running and have enthusiasm to get involved in the day, then it does not matter how fast you are. This day is about YOU, not comparing with others. We will be providing a safe, open space where all runners are welcomed equally.
I'M WORRIED THAT I'LL BE SLOWER THAN THE OTHER RUNNERS?
We have always welcomed runners wherever they are on their journey. This day will provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to enjoy and we guarantee that you will be supported fully (especially by Coach Jules, who is everyone's biggest cheerleader!).
The running element will be taking place on the 400m track, so there is no danger of anyone getting lost or left behind.
IS FOOD AND DRINK INCLUDED IN THE DAY?
Food is not included by us as part of the day.
The cafe within the building is highly recommended (caters for all dietary needs) and will be open.
Or you can bring your own food along with you.
We will have unlimited free hot and cold drinks available for you to enjoy.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR? IS THERE SOMEWHERE TO GET CHANGED?
For the morning part of the day, please come dressed to run. Bear in mind that the event is in January, so dress appropriately. After the practical sessions, there are showers and changing rooms where you can change into non-sportswear should you choose for the afternoon sessions.
TICKET OPTIONS
Both options provide full access to all coaching, activities, and resources at the event.
PAY IN FULL
£167
Price includes VAT
Includes All Activities & Coaching
Take Home Resource Pack
Unlimited hot and cold drinks
2* MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS
£83.50
Price includes VAT
Includes All Activities & Coaching
Take Home Resource Pack
Unlimited hot and cold drinks
CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this event or any other matter, please do not hesitate to get in touch via email at info@movebetterrunbetter.com
Our venue for the day is shown on the map below.
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