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Mark I Hybrid Athlete x Creator

@markbeatsyesterday

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Mark | Run. Lift. Repeat 💪🏻 Ordinary runner. Extraordinary commitment.
MCR ‘27 | LDN ‘27 🏅 This is only the beginning [email protected]

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An introductory post.. 👋🏻

Hi! My name’s Mark. I’m 38… and this didn’t happen overnight.

I lost both my parents at relatively young ages, and for a long time I carried more than just weight. For most of my adult life, I was overweight, stuck, and not really living the life I knew I was capable of.

I’d start… stop… fall off… repeat. Sound familiar?

Running was always there in the background, but I never fully committed. Life, loss, excuses — they all had a vice like grip on me.

Then something changed.
Over the last 10 months, I’ve dropped over 4 stone. Not through shortcuts… but through consistency.
 Running. Lifting. Showing up — even when I didn’t feel like it. Now I’m training for my first half marathon… with bigger goals ahead.

This page is my way of staying accountable, documenting the journey, and proving one thing:

You can change your life — no matter where you start.

If you’re on your own journey, or thinking about starting… this is your sign.

Follow along — we’re just getting started🔥

#weightlossjourney #mensfitness #runningjourney #consistencywins #transformationjourney by @markbeatsyesterday

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7 months ago

It’s finally time to tell you….

London Marathon 2027. For Dad. For @parkinsonsuk 💙

Take it to the limit.

#londonmarathon #london2027 #parkinsonsuk #runningfordad #beatyesterday by @markbeatsyesterday

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a month ago

IT’S OFFICIAL!

You’ve seen the teaser… now it’s time to share what I’ve been working on!

Sunday 6th December 2026.

📍Worcester
🏃🏻‍♂️ 5K social run
☕ Finishing at @guilttrip_uk

We’ll take in the River Severn, cross two of Worcester’s iconic bridges, and finish with coffee, a catch-up and some good company. And did I mention, donuts?

No racing. No pressure. Run, jog or walk — everyone’s welcome 🙌🏼

This event is about bringing people together for a charity incredibly close to my heart: Parkinson’s UK, in memory of my Dad 💙

The response to the teaser had already been amazing, now I’d love you to be a part of it for real!

👆🏻SIGN UP NOW — LINK IN BIO!

Once you’ve signed up, let me know in the comments. Let’s see how many of us we can bring together for this!

#runwithmark #socialrun #guilttripcoffee #teamparkinsons #worcester taken in Worcester, Worcestershire by @markbeatsyesterday

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2 days ago

@parkrunuk WITH FRIENDS EDITION 🙌🏻

Not every weekend you get to meet the incredible @sallygetsstrong and @hobsruns for a Saturday parkrun!

And of course, I got to share the morning with my favourite running partner, @jen2thefinish 💙

It’s true what they say, everything is better with friends. What a morning! Good miles, great company, plenty of laughs, and coffee and cake afterwards to top it all off.

Honestly, what more could you ask for? Running brings you the miles, but it’s the people you meet along the way who make it truly special.

Let’s do that again! 🔥

#parkrun #runningcommunity #runningfriends #saturdaymiles #morethanrunning by @markbeatsyesterday

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a day ago

ONE STEP CLOSER 🔥

Every mile has a meaning. Every step carries a little piece of my story.

In 2027, I’m taking on a marathon double to do something truly meaningful in memory of my Dad, who I lost to Parkinson’s disease.

I’m working hard, pushing my limits and chasing a dream that means so much more than running 52.4 miles.

There’s still a long road ahead, but I’m determined to give this everything I’ve got. As Dad used to say, take it to the limit.

If you’d like to support my journey and help make a difference for the many others affected by Parkinson’s, every donation and share is genuinely appreciated 💙

Running for Dad. Running for a reason.

🔗 Fundraising link is in my bio.

#teamparkinsons #londonmarathon2027 #manchestermarathon2027 #runningwithpurpose #runningfordad by @markbeatsyesterday

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2 days ago

Another easy run? Why not!

This time, thankfully, no near attacks from angry dogs 😂 Just a steady 7K, cruising along the river and back again. Sometimes it’s nice to switch off, enjoy the surroundings and just keep moving.

Big announcement coming tomorrow… 👀 Hopefully, the date you’ve all been waiting for!

Happy Thursday, you wonderful lot 🤘🏻

Run. Lift. Repeat 💪🏻

#runningcommunity #easyrun #hybridathlete #runnersofinstagram #runwithpurpose by @markbeatsyesterday

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3 days ago

Easy 9K on the plan tonight.

With the evenings getting darker, felt a good opportunity to break out the @alcester10k finishers shirt.

Tonight’s run came with a few unexpected side quests however…

Vinted parcel drop-off, nearly getting chewed up by a dog around halfway, followed by a mid-run pit stop at the local shop for supplies!

All that, and still got the 9K ticked off! How’s that for adapting to whatever the evening throws at you?

Saying that, I’d have happily skipped the canine encounter! 😳

Run. Lift. Repeat 💪🏻

#easyrun #runningjourney #hybridathlete #beatyesterday #consistencywins by @markbeatsyesterday

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4 days ago

Honestly, there were tears putting this together.

Every medal brought back a memory. Every race represents a little piece of the journey, the hard work, the progress and everything I’ve overcome to get here.

To now have 3,000 of you following along is something I never imagined when I started.

Thank you for being part of it. We’re only just getting started 💙

#runningmemories #thejourneysofar #consistencywins #runningcommunity #grateful by @markbeatsyesterday

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4 days ago

Back in the gym for a solid strength session 💪🏻

With just over a couple of weeks until another race day, it’s all about staying consistent, keeping the body ticking over and building towards the next challenge.

Every run, every lift, every session has a purpose 👊🏻

And speaking of what’s coming next… 👀

My Run With Mark date annoucement is almost ready! I genuinely can’t wait to share 🔥

Happy Tuesday, folks!

Run. Lift. Repeat 💪🏻

#consistencywins #strongfoundation #hybridathlete #runningjourney #beatyesterday by @markbeatsyesterday

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5 days ago

POV: You run a 10K PB in the morning… then spend the evening at a metal gig.

48:26 on the clock. Metal in the soul 🤘🏻

Huge thanks to @alcester10k for a brilliant race and @erdinger.alkoholfrei.uk for the post-run refreshment!

Run. Lift. Repeat. Headbang?

#lifemaxxing #runningcommunity #10KPB #metalhead #hybridathlete by @markbeatsyesterday

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5 days ago

A week in my shoes 👟

Another week of showing up, balancing strength work, running and recovery. Finishing the week with a massive milestone! 🔥

Monday – Triple Threat: Weights + two 8Ks Tuesday – On-off Ks, 8.5K Wednesday – Legs & Core Thursday – 7K easy Friday & Saturday – Rest Sunday – Alcester 10K 🏁 48:26 — NEW 10K PB! 🤯

Third and final race in the series, and what a way to finish! A sub-50 10K, averaging 4:50/km and my fastest ever time over the distance. All those miles and sessions are paying off!

Run. Lift. Repeat 💪🏻

#aweekinmyshoes #10kPB #sub50 #runningjourney #beatyesterday by @markbeatsyesterday

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6 days ago

MEDAL MONDAY 🏅

Three races. Three medals. One bigger picture.

From the Leamington Spa 15K to Banbury 10K and now Alcester 10K, the third and final race of the series.

The best part? These three medals connect to form one. A perfect reminder of the journey, the miles and the memories made along the way.

And sharing the final race with my wife as she smashed her first ever 10K made it even more special. Couldn’t be prouder.

Three finish lines. One brilliant journey.

Run. Lift. Repeat 💪🏻

@leamhalf
@banbury10k
@alcester10k

#medalmonday #runningmedals #runningjourney #beatyesterday #instagramrunners by @markbeatsyesterday

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