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| Jake Catterall: "How I ran across the Alps" | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:30:29 | |
Two-thousand five-hundred kilometres, 110,000 metres of elevation and no days off for a month and a half – Jake Catterall's crossing of the Alps is epic in every sense. On this episode, he talks about how he trained for it, the highlights and why he thinks people are often capable of much more than they think. For more on Jake, check out the links below: Instagram: @jakecatterall Website: jakecatterall.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Breaking records with Imo Boddy | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:22:59 | |
In 2022, Imo Boddy became the youngest woman to run from John O' Groats to Land's End, aged 22. This year, she backed that up by breaking the long-standing Three Peaks record, becoming the fastest female to run up – and between – the three highest peaks in England, Scotland and Wales. She offers advice to others looking to take on ultra-distance challenges, and tells us what she hopes to do next. Follow Imo's running on Instagram: @imoboddy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| A guide to orienteering | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:21:39 | |
Joining Ben this week is elite orienteerer Ralph Street, who explains what this discipline within running is all about and why it's simply more than just map reading. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 5 ways running makes you smarter | 11 Oct 2022 | 00:28:51 | |
We all know the physical and mental benefits of running are mega, but did you know that all runners are only a few footsteps away from being geniuses? This isn't true, but thankfully Dr Josephine Perry joins Ben and Kate to set the record straight on how running can dramatically improve cognitive health and make us smarter! Dr Josie has is a sports psychologist and has written actual books on the subject, find out more at her website performanceinmind.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Meet the record-breaking relay fighting climate change | 04 Oct 2022 | 00:24:08 | |
Relay events tend to involve four people running very quickly round an oval track. The Running out of Time relay is on a different scale entirely. Beginning on 30 September 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland (COP 26 host city), it will see a baton travel 7,767km to Sharm el-Sheikh, Eqypt (COP27 host city). The record-breaking relay, which will go through 18 countries and take 18 days, is trying to raise awareness about the climate emergency. Co-founder of the event Jamie Hay tells us more.
To find out more about the Running out of Time relay, or to help out on one of the legs, visit the website or social media pages below: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Stephen Mangan: getting ready to run London | 27 Sep 2022 | 00:26:35 | |
The actor and comedian looks ahead to running the London Marathon. His preparation has been somewhat unorthodox, including dodging poisonous snakes in northern Australia, but he says he loves running for the headspace it provides. But can he beat his previous time, set back in 1999, of 3:33? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Everything you need to know about your knees and running | 20 Sep 2022 | 00:25:45 | |
Joined once again by Gareth Cole, founder and head of performance at Coach London, this time we're talking all things knee; how it works, what affects its function when running, how to make it stronger and everything else in between. If you've ever had knee pain of problems, this is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 8 ways Emil Zatopek changed running forever | 13 Sep 2022 | 00:27:19 | |
The 19th September 2022 marks the 100th anniversary of Emil Zatopek, who was voted by a source no less esteemed than Runner’s World as history’s greatest ever runner – so we discussed why. Here are eight of many reason why he was a great runner and great human. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 of the best race day tips | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:37:31 | |
Ben and Rick are joined by journalist, running coach and the fastest panda to run a marathon, Kate Carter to discuss 12 race day tips offered up by athletes, coaches and general running people so that you're as ready as you can be when race day arrives. They also have many examples of what not to do, from personal experience, so that's worth hearing/a laugh too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sophie Raworth: Running the OCC | 30 Aug 2022 | 00:21:28 | |
BBC broadcaster Sophie Raworth recently swapped the studio for the mountains as she took on the 55km OCC in Chamonix, France. She talks about how she fits in her training around a high-pressured job and why anyone heading to the Alps to race should spend some quality time with a stair-climber. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Catching up with Kieran Alger on the Danube | 23 Aug 2022 | 00:48:26 | |
Kieran Alger is attempting to run the length of the Danube river from sea to source, a route that covers 2,000 miles (3,000km), to raise money for poverty-impacted children - you can read more and donate here. We caught up with Kieran on his one and only rest day after 60 days of running. We talked about his journey so far, how distance and time becomes distorted on challenges like this, the highs and lows, bearding growing and much, much more. https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/fundraising/runtheblue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Tom Evans: from knee surgery to UTMB | 16 Aug 2022 | 00:41:09 | |
This week’s Runner’s World podcast features a chat with ultra runner Tom Evan and we of course discuss all things UTMB he prepares for the race, but also how this time a year ago he was having knee surgery and his competitive running future was looking less than certain. We also chat through the changes he's had to make in his training, how you can't get bison burgers in Tesco and that his spaghetti is the best. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Become a Mentally Stronger Runner | 09 Aug 2022 | 00:30:41 | |
On this episode, sports psychologist Stuart Holliday provides expert insights on how to become a mentally stronger runner. These are practical tips, applicable to runners of all experience levels and ability, designed to help you better deal with tough training sessions and races. Check out Stuart's work at his website: endurancemindcoaching.com Listen to his Focused Mind podcast: endurancemindcoaching.com/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sophie Power: running the length of Ireland | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:28:55 | |
Ten-minute power naps, knee injuries and sheer determination – Sophie Power gives an unflinching account of what it takes to break a multi-day running record. The 41-year-old mum of three is now the fastest woman to have run the length of Ireland, covering the 350 miles in three days, 12 hours and eight minutes. She talks about embracing the possibility of failure and how she hopes to inspire other women. Follow Sophie on Instagram: @ultra_sophie Find out more about SheRaces: sheraces.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Anti-doping controls at the Commonwealth Games | 02 Aug 2022 | 00:34:47 | |
Ahead of the Commonwealth Games taking place, we are speaking to Professor Kim Wolff, Head of the Drug Control Centre at King’s College London, who is leading the anti-doping testing programme during the Games. We discuss the shady past of athletics, who sophisticated modern testing has become and how it's not about catching cheats, but protecting athletes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Run Faster as You Get Older | 26 Jul 2022 | 00:41:53 | |
On this episode, elite distance runner Eoin Everard looks at how to run well into your 30s and beyond. Listen in to learn the tweaks we can all make to our training and recovery to ensure we're running stronger as we get older. Check out Everard's free Pilates book here: www.everardpilates.com/book Watch a video of Everard going through some key injury-prevention exercises here: https://youtu.be/1nwj0QeliX4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sabrina Verjee talks Wainwrights, finishing last at school, writing a book and more | 19 Jul 2022 | 00:40:01 | |
Ultra running record holder and now author, Sabrina Verjee joins us to talk about running with no expectations, getting used to failing, obsessing over tasks and much much more. Oh and ultra running. And writing her new book, 'When There's a Hill'. You can pre-order that here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 8 Running Myths – Busted | 12 Jul 2022 | 00:38:33 | |
Static stretching is bad. Super shoes are only for the super quick. Going further is necessarily harder. Wrong, wrong, wrong. On this episode, we look to debunk some common running misconceptions. At one point, the hosts mention the fabulous Ethiopian warm-up, which you can view for yourself here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to train like a Norwegian | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:24:26 | |
On this episode, running coach James Poole discusses the Norwegian training method, popularised by the formidable Ingebrigtsen brothers. James discusses two studies, which you can access here and here, and also talks about the merits of Trash Free Trails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Does 80/20 training work on low mileage? | 28 Jun 2022 | 00:41:23 | |
On this episode, UK road running manager Tom Craggs looks at whether 80/20 training works for low-mileage runners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| London Frontrunners: a running club for the LGBTQ+ community | 21 Jun 2022 | 00:31:37 | |
London Frontrunners is an inclusive running club for the LGTQ+ community. Co-president Ashley Harwood discusses the club's ethos, ambitions for the future and upcoming Pride Run 10K event. For more on London Frontrunners, visit londonfrontrunners.org For more on the Pride Run 10, visit priderun10k.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Sabrina Pace-Humphreys | 14 Jun 2022 | 00:35:29 | |
Sabrina joins Rick and Ben and discusses running for her mental health, conquering ultras and childbirth and her new book, Black Sheep: A story of Rural racism, Identity and Hope. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Kadeena Cox: the life of a Paralympian | 07 Jun 2022 | 00:36:42 | |
If you ever want to feel like an underachiever, simply check out the CV of Kadeena Cox: four Olympic golds, achieved in both running and cycling; Lululemon ambassador and champion for inclusivity in athletics; and, thrillingly, 2021 Celebrity MasterChef champion. She's got the lot – and she's on this week's episode to discuss the life of a Paralympian. For more on how Kadeena is bringing more diversity to sport, visit kc-academy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Half marathon training with Lloyd Kempson | 31 May 2022 | 00:39:39 | |
Team Project Run and Nike coach, Lloyd Kempson joins Ben and Rick to talk all things half marathon; how to train for them, the best approach at tackling the distance, key sessions, why lactate threshold is so important and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Susie Chan - how to start trail running (and love it) | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:32:33 | |
Susie Chan is back on the pod and is giving us white-hot knowledge on how to get into and LOVE trail running. She also has a new book coming out called 'Trails and Tribulations', which is great. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Keely Hodgkinson | 24 May 2022 | 00:32:34 | |
Keely Hodgkinson, the Olympic 800m silver medalist joined us to talk about THAT race in Tokyo, her training, World Champs, Commonwealth Games, dreams, desires and how she just really wanted to be a swimmer when she was younger! Apologies for some of the sound issues in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Minreet Kaur and The Running Sisters | 17 May 2022 | 00:25:03 | |
Author and journalist Minreet Kaur joins Ben and Rick to talk about a new running club she's started called Running Sisters, which she hopes will encourage women in the South Asian community to take up and benefit from running. We also discover that the Skipping Sikh is her dad! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Running and mental health with Justin Reid-Simms | 10 May 2022 | 00:38:50 | |
Running coach and trainer, Justin joins Rick, Jane and Ben to discuss how running has played a role in coping when times are hard, been the source of anxiety and how to strike a healthy balance. If you are struggling with your mental health, depression, experiencing feelings of isolation or loneliness, there are a number of charities you can reach out to - The Samaritans : www.samaritans.org Mind : www.mind.org.uk CALM : www.thecalmzone.net BEAT : www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk You can find out more about Justin on his website www.alamerathletic.com and read the essays he wrote and mentions in the podcast here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Jasmin Paris discusses The Green Runners | 03 May 2022 | 00:31:18 | |
On this episode, Jasmin Paris and Darren Evans discuss The Green Runners, a new running community that's looking to help runners become more environmentally friendly: thegreenrunners.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Mara Yamauchi: How To Run Your Best Marathon | 26 Apr 2022 | 00:39:05 | |
On this week's show, British marathon legend Mara Yamauchi discusses some of the key insights from her new book, Marathon Wisdom. For more on Mara, visit marayamauchi.com Pick up a copy of Marathon Wisdom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Should you run with or without a running watch? | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:36:39 | |
Are you a devoted user of a device or do you run free from the technological burden of a running watch? Rick, Jane and Ben are joined by RW columnist and running coach Sam Murphy to discuss her recent stint of tech-free running and how she's found it impact her running, for better and worse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Running and Long Covid | 12 Apr 2022 | 00:20:00 | |
On this show, journalist and sub-three marathoner Kate Carter takes a deep dive into the science surrounding running and covid. How soon can you return to running after a covid infection? What are some of the red flags? And does running in itself make a severe covid infection less likely? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to Turn Failure into Success | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:34:12 | |
On this week's show, we're joined by Locksmith (aka Leon Rolle) from the award-winning band Rudimental. A talented footballer and dedicated runner, Locksmith talks about how to turn early rejection into success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Are super shoes ruining running? | 29 Mar 2022 | 00:26:40 | |
The conversation over carbon shoes continues as Rick and Ben are joined by Kieran Alger and Vassos Alexander to discuss not just the performance side of the argument, but the greater impact on the culture of running that these super shoes is having. Kieran also announces a RIDICULOUS running adventure he's got planned later this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lisa Jackson: How Running Builds Resilience | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:33:33 | |
On this week's episode, RW columnist Lisa Jackson discusses running and resilience. Studies have shown that running can help us to better handle the challenges that life can throw at us, and Lisa talks about how she's been putting this into practice following her husband Graham's death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| What does running do to your heart? | 28 May 2024 | 00:26:39 | |
Many of us know surprisingly little about the critically important organ inside our chest. So it's high time we learned a bit more about the heart – the impact running has on it, warning signs to be watchful of, and advice around HRV and max heart rate. To explain all, leading cardiologist Dr Dan Augustine offers his expert insights into the heart. Find out more about Dan's work at the following resources: The NHS also offers a free NHS health check, which looks at heart disease risk, for those aged 40-74 and over: For additional heart health information, check out the British Heart Foundation website: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How running makes you happier | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:27:29 | |
With International Happiness Day taking place on 20 March 2022, what better time to discuss the pursuit of happiness through running? To this end, we're joined by Nic Marks, a happiness expert and statistician, who believes there are five pillars to happiness – regular movement being one. Find out more about Nic Marks' work here: nicmarks.org or fridaypulse.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Rose Harvey: How I Ran a 2:27 Marathon | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:33:41 | |
Rose Harvey says that running was "a lockdown project that got a bit out of control". The lawyer and 2:27 marathoner discusses her training and how she went from someone who dreaded running at school to one of the UK's best female distance runners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| How to run further and avoid injury with Damian Hall | 01 Mar 2022 | 00:37:56 | |
Ultra runner, coach author Damian Hall joins us to talk about the holy grail of running training, increasing mileage and avoiding injury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Tom Craggs: How to Master the Long Run | 21 Feb 2022 | 00:37:37 | |
On this episode, we're joined by Tom Craggs, England Athletic Road Running Manager and Head Coach for Runner's World. Tom tells us how to get more from the long run and some of the common mistakes runners make. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Renee McGregor: The Pros and Cons of Fasted Running | 15 Feb 2022 | 00:29:27 | |
On this week's episode, we speak with leading sports dietician Renee McGregor about the growing popularity of 'fasted' running. Is it ever a good idea to run on empty? What are some of the advantages? What are the dangers? We also look at a new workout routine, Mountain Legs, that you can complete in just three minutes, and discuss the upcoming London Landmarks half-marathon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Nick Willis: Running a Sub-4-Minute Mile (20 Years in a Row) | 08 Feb 2022 | 00:37:44 | |
The double Olympic medallist recently became the first man to run a sub-4-min mile for 20 years in a row. He tells RW about his training philosophy and why he believes the mile is a great distance for runners of all abilities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Trash Free Trails | 02 Feb 2022 | 00:53:46 | |
We all love running in nice places, but those nice places can often be spoilt by litter and rubbish, so we thought we'd speak to Dom Ferris, the founder of Trash Free Trails because he's building a community and organisation to help make the nice places really nice again and we want in. Who would have thought littering would be such a complicated topic, but we have a good chat about why it is and what we can all do to make the outside a better place for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Josh Watson chats mobility, body position and breathing | 25 Jan 2022 | 00:31:58 | |
Sports therapist Josh Watson (@joshdwatson) joins Rick and Ben this week to discuss how body position and the influence of posture and breathing can impact running performance and mobility. In other words, *starts singing* the shoulder bone's connected to the thiiiiigh bone... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Andy Dixon: the lure of the 50-mile race | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:30:51 | |
This week, Jane McGuire details her running 'Joy Plan', we debate the merits of the long run, and RW editor-in-chief Andy Dixon explains why he's planning to run 50 miles in his 50th year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The good, the bad and running up hills | 11 Jan 2022 | 00:32:06 | |
Rick, Jane and Ben discuss the physical, mental and literal highs and lows of running with some chat about good and bad runs, why filming yourself on a treadmill never looks good, entering marathons when you're not meant to be running marathons and most importantly, why running up hill should be part of everyone's 2022 training plan. We even suggest some sessions you can all try. There will be a guest next week, we promise* *sort of. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| When should you replace your running shoes? | 21 May 2024 | 00:34:18 | |
We're talking running shoe tech and we're joined by Kieran Alger, so we've dusted off his old jingle too (one for the long-time listeners). In the latest issue of the mag (June '24, on sale now) Kieran wrote about the shelf life of modern running shoes, including supershoes, and how to know when to replace them, so he joined us on the pod to talk us through what he found out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Why running is for every body | 04 Jan 2022 | 00:24:25 | |
On this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of new year's running resolutions, why running backwards could be the way forwards, and why running is for everybody and every body. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| The Running Charity | 21 Dec 2021 | 00:37:15 | |
It's the last podcast of 2021 and we speak to Alex Eagle from The Running Charity about the incredible work that they do with homeless people, asylum seekers and anyone needing help, utilising the power of running to help people change their lives. We also discuss the case of Seyfu, an Ethiopian runner who is currently under threat of being deported, despite is aspirations to run for team GB (he's very fast!). Happy Christmas and see you in 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| J M Thompson: How Running Saved My Life | 14 Dec 2021 | 00:33:36 | |
Psychologist and ultrarunner J M Thompson credits running with helping him to recover from profound depression and addiction. His memoir, Running is a Kind of Dreaming, discusses his descent into madness and how running saved his life. He speaks about why he believes running can be so helpful to those dealing with depression and anxiety, and the advice he would offer to his younger self. Pick up a copy of Running is a Kind of Dreaming here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||