• Arrivals, welcome and an introdcution to your coaching team
• Understanding physiology seminar and session introduction
• Physiological testing performed on the Paula Radcliffe Athletics Track including lactate sampling
• Nutritios lunch at the Elite Athlete Centre
• Learning the science behind the sport with our endurance physiology workshop
• Coaches and physiologists Q&A to finish your day

Gemma Hillier-Moses is an England international athlete and co-founder of New Levels Coaching and Runner Retreats. She holds a BSc in Sports and Exercise Science from Loughborough University and has over a decade of experience coaching athletes of all abilities. Her qualifications include UK Athletics coaching certification, Level 3 Personal Trainer, Level 4 Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist, exercise referral specialist, and clinical Pilates instructor.

In recent years, Gemma has shifted her focus towards trail and ultra running. Notably, she secured first place female in the Ladybower Reservoir 50K Ultra 2024, finishing second overall.

Additionally, in January 2025, she achieved a second-place finish in the ARC 25 race, part of the Arc of Attrition by UTMB series. These accomplishments highlight her successful transition into trail running and her continued excellence in the sport.

Jethro McGraw is the Head of Coaching at New Levels Coaching, where he specialises in endurance training. He has successfully coached athletes to significant achievements, including sub-4-minute miles, master’s records, and marathon times ranging from sub-2:30 to sub-4:30. Jethro is also an active endurance athlete, participating in events across various terrains.

In addition to his role at New Levels Coaching, Jethro serves as an Endurance Coach for the University of Birmingham Athletics Club. He has been involved in organising and leading event-specific workshops, sessions, and training camps both domestically and internationally.

Jethro’s dedication to coaching was recognised when he received the Volunteer of the Year award at the University of Birmingham’s Sports Awards in 2024. He was honored for his voluntary coaching efforts, which led to two athletes making their Great Britain debuts and securing individual medals at the BUCS indoor athletics championships

Kirsty Hillier is a qualified Athletics Coach and Level 3 Triathlon Coach with a background in triathlon and endurance running. She has been coaching since 2003, developing her skills through various avenues, including club coaching, age group coaching, and her role with the British Triathlon’s Paratriathlon Performance squad.

In addition to her coaching roles, Kirsty is an accomplished athlete, having completed numerous endurance events worldwide. Her achievements include the London Marathon, the Outlaw Long Distance Triathlon, and qualifying for multiple Age Group Triathlon World Championships.

Kirsty also serves as the Operations Manager for Runner Retreats, overseeing operations, logistics, and ensuring the seamless execution of all events.

Dave is an exercise physiologist and coach affiliated with New Levels Coaching, Runner Retreats and the University of Birmingham. He earned a first-class honors degree in Sport and Exercise Science from Loughborough University, followed by an MSc in Exercise Physiology. Currently, he is pursuing a Professional Doctorate focusing on the use of altitude training to enhance endurance performance.

At the University of Birmingham, Dave serves as a Sport Science Officer. In this role, he provides physiological support to elite student-athletes across various sports, including triathlon and athletics.

Dave is also an active contributor to academic research. He has co-authored studies examining topics such as carbohydrate intake patterns during prolonged running and the effects of environmental conditions on athletic performance.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Dave is a keen runner and cyclist, having previously competed at a high level in the 1500m event. This personal experience as an athlete enhances his understanding of the practical applications of exercise physiology and informs his coaching philosophy

Dr. Matt Long is a distinguished athletics coach and educator with extensive experience across multiple organisations, including New Levels Coaching, England Athletics, and Loughborough University.

At New Levels Coaching, Matt leads group sessions at the Paula Radcliffe Stadium in Loughborough. He has represented England as a team manager and coach on 17 occasions, notably serving as an England Team Coach during the Commonwealth Games Marathon Training Camp and the Commonwealth Games Development Camp leading up to Birmingham 2022.

Since 2010, Matt has been a Coach Education Tutor for England Athletics and was appointed Lead Tutor in 2017. He also serves as a Safeguarding Tutor for British Athletics. In 2022, he edited the England Athletics Youth Endurance Resource, contributing significantly to the development of young endurance athletes.