What kit do I need? How do I fuel for the distance? What’s the best way to raise funds for my charity? If you’re taking on the TCS London Marathon and are a little stumped as to where to start, you’re not alone – and our experts are here to answer your questions!

At our annual Meet Our Experts event, you’ll gather all the information and advice you need on footwear, nutrition, fundraising, injury prevention and more, leaving you feeling confident and excited about your unforgettable 26.2-mile challenge. 

If you joined us at The Royal Institution on Saturday 4 February for Meet Our Experts 2023, we hope you found the event both enjoyable and informative!

Get to know some of the speakers who share their marathon wisdom at Meet Our Experts.

Anita Bean Nutritionist and author Don’t miss out on expert marathon nutrition advice from Anita Bean, an award-winning sports nutritionist and author who will be at Meet Our Experts to provide top tips on how to fuel your long runs and what to eat to prepare for your marathon.
Haroon Mota Fundraising expert Haroon Mota, also known as the marathon man, is a fundraising expert who has run thousands of miles and raised thousands of pounds for charities. Now a professional fundraiser, he works daily with groups and individuals to help them raise funds for good causes.
Helen Thorn Comedian, podcaster and author Helen Thorn is an award-winning comedian, podcaster and Sunday Times bestselling author widely known for her honest and hilarious take on parenthood, fitness and being single in her 40s. She has unexpectedly become a marathon runner since her divorce in 2020 and is one half of the successful comedy duo Scummy Mummies.
Martin Yelling Official TCS London Marathon coach Top coach Martin Yelling will be at Meet Our Experts to offer you lots of helpful training tips, advice and reassurance to make sure you arrive at the Start Line feeling fit, raring to go and ready to take on your 26.2-mile challenge.

In addition to our speakers, specialists in physiotherapy, psychology, nutrition and hydration – including our partners Buxton Water and Lucozade Sport – as well as past participants and London Marathon Events staff are always on hand at Meet Our Experts to answer your queries.

Charity participants also have the chance to pick up top fundraising ideas from Enthuse, our official fundraising platform partner, and speak with representatives from a wide range of charities.

At Meet Our Experts you’ll get an exclusive first look at New Balance’s TCS London Marathon training collection, which will help you look and feel the part during training and on Marathon Day!

You can also pop over to New Balance’s flagship store on Oxford Street – just a stone’s throw away from The Royal Institution – to speak with New Balance footwear experts, have your gait checked and find out how to pick the kit that’s best for you.

The best way to reach Meet Our Experts is by public transport. Green Park tube station is just a five-minute walk from The Royal Institution, while Piccadilly Circus and Bond Street tube stations are also both just an eight-minute walk from the venue.