Paul Pollock

Nothing beats the highs of racing but I've found helping others achieve their goals just as rewarding. I have a few coaching spots open for anyone interested and looking to improve. Simply get in touch here or at ppmarathon.com for more details! #coaching #running

Delighted I made the last minute decision to run today's #Craic10k. Took the win in blustery conditions with my fastest km in 2 years. Another small step forward! Massive well done to everyone racing. Now time for the St Patrick's day parade. #racing #comeback #stpatricksday

Back in the game! Bit slower than was hoping just outside 15mins but I'm still standing and painfree. Tonight gave me that racing buzz and stimulus I needed to now bounce forward to the next stage in training! Well done to everyone who raced and all the organisation! #queens5k

The nerves are starting to kick in! My first race since 2023 and first post-Achilles reconstruction. No idea what to expect but it's taken lot of work to simply get to this point so I'm definitely going to enjoy it. Now I just have to remember how I do my race warmup! #queens5k

After Covid knocked out December's training plan, January was the turn of all the other coughs and colds to add to the setbacks. #iblamethekids #coldaftercold #training

A full weekend of learning at another @irishathletics coaching course, this time led by the excellent @honorehoedt and @Gerard_OD_. Always fascinating and interesting to discuss all the different approaches. #networking #coaching #learning #running

Any early morning run which includes the Colosseum and St Peter's definitely has to go straight into the top 5, despite the cobbles and slightly dodgey traffic! Great to see plenty of other runners out enjoying the city sights! #wheninrome #halfterm #runningtourist

Double whammy of Covid then a bad cold meant that December prioritised rest and recovery. Glad to be feeling healthy and getting into training mode again - even if it's on the treadmill! Roll on some warmer weather! #Newyear #Training

With the countdown well and truly on to the Spring races, for anyone looking for a coach, I have a few spots currently open. Whatever the goal, simply message coaching@ppmarathon.com or visit ppmarathon.com for more details. #newyearnewapproach #goals #coaching #running

First run of the year on the Belfast towpath after the Christmas travels. This time of year, it's all about simply getting it done.

Great to chat with the 'AnyGivenRunday' podcast crew about all things running and coaching! Might make those long indoor snowday treadmill/bike sessions go that little bit faster! #running #coaching #reflection

As the sun sets on another year and another memorable Yorkshire Christmas, it's nearly time to head back to Belfast. 2025 was the second year in a row without a race post Achilles surgery. But compared to last year, I'm a lot more hopeful for what 2026 might bring! #Progress

Always one of the most enjoyable races of the year! Best of luck to all the Irish team (and @AndrewJamesHobd athletes!) competing today at the @EuroAthletics Cross Country Championships! Hopefully can bring home some silverware! #eurocross #goodluck @irishathletics

It's been a long, long time since I've been nervous about doing a run. First time on a track for about 2 and a half years. Shoes have definitely got a lot bouncier than I remember! Think I'm still in one piece but might feel differently tomorrow morning! #trackwork #milestone

Bit of sickness, bit of a niggle but all progressing in the right direction. Roll on December!! #progress #training

Good luck to everyone racing the @Willowfield_TH Seeley 10k tomorrow! Didn't realise at the time that winning the 2023 edition would be my last race (to date!). Working hard to make another startline in 2026. #racing #goodluck #comeback

And the results are in! Did you get lucky?! Congratulations to all entered in @dublinmarathon 2026. It's never too early to start your build up. If you're interested in private coaching, simply get in touch to discuss at ppmarathon.com or email: coaching@ppmarathon.com.

Sometimes it's not that enjoyable but on days like this, it's all about simply getting it done! #treadmilltempo #grind #earlystart

Still blown away at how amazingly this year's @DreamRunProject group ran @dublinmarathon. Congratulations team, what a fantastic effort! With the 2025 project over I do have a few private coaching spaces for anyone interested. All details on ppmarathon.com. #whataday

When a family walk turns into unexpected hill workout! All counts as training, right?! #redburn #doublebuggy #runningdad