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JON WARREN

HEAD COACH

It was the summer of 2012 and the Olympics had come to London. Already a keen runner I watched in awe as the best athletes from all over the world competed in various sports for the ultimate prize of a gold medal. One event in particular stood out... the triathlon.

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I was inspired and that’s where my journey began.

 

Just a few weeks later, I purchased my first road bike and began swimming at my local pool with the intention of completing my first triathlon the next year… Fast forward to the current time and I have now completed numerous triathlons over various distances including Ironman, Double Extreme Ironman, Ultraman, and have also represented Team GB at World and European Age Group level. I have achieved the allusive sub 10 hour Ironman finish time and raced in the Ironman World Championships.

 

In order to improve my own performances I researched and studied various training methods and programmes already in existence and have gone on to build my own extensive training library. Since beginning my coaching journey with my local club Havering Tri, I have developed both as a coach and as an athlete. In 2018 was appointed Head Run Coach. I am passionate about coaching and strongly believe in a personal and bespoke approach for all of the athletes I coach.

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With a young family and full time job, I understand the pressures involved with work, family and social commitments. Therefore, I will develop a time efficient plan which fits around your personal circumstance taking these factors into account. This plan will focus on ‘quality over quantity’ and look to make the most out of every session.

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Achievements

  • 2023 Ironman Hamburg - 9 hours 37 mins, Ironman
    World Championship qualified.

  • 2022 UltraMan UK 2nd place. Bike and run course records.

  • 2021 Ironbourne Long Course Triathlon 10 place, age group winner.

  • 2020 The ETU Duathlon Championships 12th in age group, 35-39.

  • 2019 The Brutal Extreme Double Iron Triathlon 2nd place.

  • 2018 The Brutal Extreme Double Iron Triathlon 3rd place.

  • 2018 The World Duathlon Championships 10th in age group, 35-39.

  • 2018 The Lakesman Long Course Triathlon 10th place.

  • 2018 The Midnight Man Half Distance Triathlon 5th place.

  • 2018 Outlaw Long Course Triathlon Relay 3rd place.

  • 2018 The Maidstone Duathlon 4th place, age group winner.

  • 2017 The Frinton on Sea Half Marathon 1st place.

  • 2016 The Bridge Autumn Duathlon 1st place.

Certifications

  • Level 2 Diploma British Triathlon Federation Coach

  • Training Peaks Level 1 Certified.

  • UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) Accredited Advisor UK Anti-Doping (UKAD)

  • Clean Coach qualifications.

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Prior

COACH

I’ve always loved sport, playing all sorts of different team sports throughout school and university.  More recently, the thirst for adventure has taken hold, and sport has been a great excuse to get outside and have fun – whether that’s a run on the coastal path, taking to the trails on my bike or playing on my paddleboard.  I’m at my happiest when I’m out in the wild, soaking up everything the great British weather has to offer.

I can get bored easily, so I’m always on the lookout for something new.  My journey into duathlon started as a mountain biker, racing cross-country.  I spent a couple of years on the national circuit (progressing from finishing dead last in my first race – rolling in to see the winners already on the podium receiving their medals!), as well as competing in 12- and 24-hour events.  I was starting to get itchy feet when a friend suggested I try an off-road duathlon at our local trails, Ashton Court.  A rookie win (courtesy of a flying bike lap) and I was hooked.

Roll forward over ten years, and I’ve taken part in lots of different multi-sport events, from sprint to long distance and everything in between.  I’ve been privileged to compete for GB Age Group all over the world, meeting some amazing people and experiencing some weird and wonderful race locations along the way.  More recently, I started to realise just how much knowledge and experience I’ve amassed over that time, and that it’s incredibly rewarding to share that knowledge with others through coaching.

As a coach, I aim to be open, honest and encouraging.  I take a holistic approach, considering all aspects of performance, from swim-bike-run to strength and conditioning, nutrition, rest and recovery, health and wellbeing.  I’m collaborative, and believe in empowering individuals to make their own decisions, to be brave and to try new things.  We learn from experience, so don’t be afraid to have a go!

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Away from the world of swim-bike-run:

  • I’m a sports therapist.

  • I have a crazy, lovable sprocker spaniel.

  • Team sports are still a vital part of my life.  I love playing touch rugby, and am the co-founder of Eurostars – promoting the development of masters women’s touch across Europe.

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Achievements

  • Represented GB Age Group 28 times over a range of disciplines from
    sprint to long distance, achieving 12 international podium finishes

  • Cross-Duathlon AG World Champion 2022 / 2023

  • Long Distance Duathlon AG World Champion 2019

  • Cross-Duathlon AG European Champion 2015 / 2017 / 2018 / 2024

  • Competed at Touch Rugby European and World Championships

  • Various fundraising personal challenges including the 3 peaks by foot / pedal power and bike packing 1000 miles around the UK!

Certifications

  • TF Level 2 / Group Coach

  • VTCT Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy

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