Run • Improve • Inspire
First Mile Club
A community built for runners.
Whether you're running your first mile or chasing a new PB, you're welcome here!
About
One Mile at A Time
First Mile Club started as a personal challenge and grew into a community. I document every step of my own training — the good runs, the bad ones, the setbacks and the wins — and share what I learn along the way.No hype. No shortcuts. Just honest training, real challenges, and gear I actually use. If you're chasing your first mile or your fastest, you're in the right place.
Our Vision
Bigger than one runner
First Mile Club isn't just about my running journey. It's about building a community where everyone — whether you're lacing up for the very first time or training for your next race — feels part of something. One club, one goal: keep moving forward, together.
My Journey
The latest mile
Latest Run
Sunday long run
Steady miles through the North East. Full breakdown, splits and playlist over on TikTok and Strava.
Upcoming Race
Building to the Great North Run
Week by week, mile by mile. Full training log, pace and mileage live on my Strava — the honest version, updated in real time.
See the full log →
Founding 10K
Our first ever club challenge. Run 10 kilometres your way one go at your own pace. Tag First Mile Club and you're in. Every finisher becomes a founding member.
Cover 10K in any format — road, trail, treadmill.
Post it and tag @firstmileclub.
Get featured on the Community wall.
Join the club
Run with us on Strava
The First Mile Club Strava club is where training happens. See every run, join club challenges, track progress and cheer each other on. No algorithms, just miles!
See my real training log, updated every run.
Join club-only challenges and leaderboards.
Share your progress and get featured on the Community wall.
Training Gear
What I run in
Honest reviews only. Gear I use, week in, week out.
Footwear
ASICS Novablast 5
My daily running shoe. Comfortable, versatile and reliable for everything from easy runs to longer distances.
Tech
Garmin epix pro gen 2
Tracks every run, monitors recovery and gives me the data I need to improve.
headwear
Nike Dri-FIT Running Cap
Light and cooling with air holes along the side and at the front where the peak joins allowing me to wear a cap even during long runs
NUTRITION
HIGH5 RUNNING GELS
Great value compared to other brands while still delivering excellent flavor and texture.
Merchandise
Premium running apparel and accessories
Hoodie
First Mile Club
T-Shirt
First Mile Club
Running Vest
First Mile Club
Cap
First Mile Club
Wristband
First Mile Club
Keyring
First Mile Club
THE NEXT DROP STARTS WITH THE COMMUNITY
Every piece begins with an idea. If there's something you'd like to see, or you have a question about the current collection, let's talk.
Members' Results
The community wall
This wall will fill up with members' PBs, first 5Ks, first 10Ks and race day wins as the club grows. Take on the current challenge and you could be one of the founding names.
Start with the current challenge →
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