About LeeLee is the founder and main coordinator of Lee Merrien Running and as well as an active coach and former International runner.
Since his graduation from the University of Bath in 2004 Lee has been actively worked in the fitness industry, although he has been involved in athletics and running since he was very young and actively in coaching for over 15 years. As an athlete Lee has represented Guernsey, England & Great Britain on numerous occasions. After starting out as middle distance track runner he progressed to the longer distances and ultimately found his calling at the marathon as well as successful cross country seasons too. Lee finished as the 1st British runner at both the 2011 & 2012 Virgin London Marathons and in so doing winning the Jim Peters Trophy. The latter was in a personal best time of 2 hours 13 minutes 41 seconds and was subsequently selected for the Great Britain team at the 2012 London Olympic Games where he finished in 30th place. In terms of coaching & group training Lee's Running Groups have been in operation since 2008. Although Lee has been coaching and helping athletes from school ages as well complete beginners through to elite level standard during his time in the sport. Coaching Qualifications:
Some coaching highlights & info:
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