Double Olympic Champion Dame Kelly Holmes is teaming up with Solgar, a leading provider of high-quality nutritional supplements and the official wellness partner of the Great Run Series, to launch a nationwide competition giving runners across the UK the chance to train with one of Britain's greatest sporting legends.
Running from 1 July to 31 August, the Train like an Olympic champion competition has been created to support runners of all abilities looking to improve their performance, build confidence and gain expert insight into training, recovery and nutrition through exclusive access to coaching, training and nutrition advice.
Five lucky winners will take part in an exclusive half-day group training experience with Dame Kelly at an athletics track, where they will benefit from expert coaching, running drills and practical performance advice. In addition, they will each receive an exclusive 30-minute 1:1 online mentoring session with Dame Kelly to discuss their goals and receive personalised guidance.
Winners will also receive a curated selection of Solgar supplements, specially selected to support energy production1, muscle function2 and may aid recovery3, including Vitamin B-Complex, Magnesium Citrate and Ester-C® Plus Vitamin C.
Jessica Gyateng, Marketing Director at Solgar, Nestlé UK&I, said: “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Dame Kelly Holmes on this exciting initiative. Her journey - defined by courage, resilience and a belief in what’s possible - reflects the spirit that inspires us at Solgar.
Nutrition plays a vital role in performance, recovery and overall wellbeing, but it’s also about feeling grounded, confident and connected to your own body. Through this competition, we hope to empower runners across the UK to nurture themselves in ways that feel right for them - whether that’s building confidence, finding balance or simply enjoying the freedom of moving their body.
With the right support and the right tools, everyone deserves to feel good in their own way, at their own pace. And we hope this partnership encourages people to explore what wellbeing looks like for them.”
Dame Kelly Holmes, Double Olympic Champion and sports personality, said: “The journey to success starts with believing in yourself. Success isn't just about talent, it's about, self-belief and showing up every day. I'm excited to help the winners unlock their potential and take the next step in their running journey.
“Running has given me so much throughout my life and career, and I'm looking forward to sharing some of the lessons, experiences and training insights I've learned along the way. Whether you're chasing a personal best, preparing for an event or simply looking to build confidence in your running, this competition offers a fantastic opportunity to gain support and motivation.”
Entry is open from 1 July until 31 August 2026 via a dedicated online entry form available here - plus in stores nationwide*
For runners looking to learn from one of the UK's most iconic athletes or even those just starting out in their running journey, the competition offers a unique chance to gain first-hand coaching, training and nutrition advice from an Olympic legend.
- Thiamine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
- Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function
- Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system
