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About Totality
Helen O'Hara

I've been running since my 20s, training across distances from 5K to marathon, and spent five years working with my own running coach. That experience fundamentally shaped how I approach training: structured, progressive and individualised, with every session having a purpose.

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Working towards faster race times taught me that performance isn't just about running more. Strength, recovery, nutrition, training load and the ability to adapt your programme all play a role.

I saw first-hand the impact of structured strength training on my own running, particularly through two weekly gym sessions alongside my running. I also learned how to adapt training around injury, using cross-training and alternative sessions to maintain fitness while protecting the body.

​This combination of performance, strength and intelligent training is what led me to qualify as a running coach and Personal Trainer.

My approach has also been shaped by becoming a mum. After having my two boys, I had to completely rethink how I trained. I couldn't follow the same plans or dedicate the same amount of time to exercise, so I learned how to make shorter, effective sessions work around family life.

That experience continues to influence how I coach clients today. Whether you're training for a race or event, or just want to become stronger and fitter, the aim is to create a clear, effective training approach that works with your life, not against it.

Helen O'Hara

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