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Send us a textThis is the second part of the 2025 Rasselbock Back Yard Ultra featuring the climax of the race and a post race interview with Lizzie Gatherer.  https://rasselbock.co.uk/product-category/live-events/sherwood-pines/https://ultramadlizzie.com Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Send us a textThis episode is the first of a two part feature, (episode 44 is also available now) on the fourth running of the Rasselbock Backyard Ultra in Sherwood Pines. With Kev crewing Lizzie Gatherer in her attempt to break her 32 yard PB, you get a behind the scenes listen at a backyard race that includes a new course record, Scottish national record and a female course record. https://rasselbock.co.uk/product-category/live-events/sherwood-pines/https://ultramadlizzie.com ,Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Send us a textAt the end of 2024 Lizzie Gatherer and Hannah Hall ran through the last two named storms of the year, achieving epic results. In this episode Kev discusses these races and performances, as well as the continuing upward rise of women's participation and achievements in long distance Ultra racing.  https://www.canarytrailevents.com/copthorneresults2024https://ukultra.eventrac.co.uk/e/winter-on-the-downs-10151/resultsAid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Send us a textKev takes on his fourth 200 miler in 20 months by revisiting the Winter Downs 200.  It takes a little help from his friends both with us and departed! This episode will give you a great insight into what is fast becoming a winter classic long distance endurance race.https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/winter-downs-200-2025Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Send us a textIn this episode Kev gets in the Tennessee vibe as he tackles two Backyard Ultrashttps://challenge-running.com/suffolk-back-yard-ultra/https://www.and-overtrailevents.com/faccombe-backyard-ultraAid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Kev takes on the Sri Chinmoy self-transcendent 24 hour track race incorporating the UK 24 hour track Championships. This episode goes around and around and around https://uk.srichinmoyraces.org/london-24Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Aid Station pays a short tribute to Steve Chamberlain. Ultra runner, race volunteer, community contributor, family man, avid listener and lovely guyAid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Kev is currently running the Suffolk Backyard Ultra. (Saturday 1st June) The UK's biggest and most competitive Backyard Ultra. By way of an introduction to this Ultra running niche  Kev gives you his ultimate guide in half a yard…you will get what that is by the end. Kev is also asking for a small donation to his favourite charity Freetobekids. All you have to do is pledge a small amount of money per ‘Yard', lap or hour by way of sponsorship. Please make your pledge by contacting Kev via any of the links below. Many thanks and enjoy.Here is a pledge form anyone can fill out to sponsor Kev! https://forms.gle/A6uiS4XpddhiV3ZDAkevinmunt57@gmail.comKevpics57 on Instagram aidstationultra on Instagram https://freetobekids.enthuse.com/pf/kevin-munt-6bd3ehttps://backyardultra.com/home-old/ https://challenge-running.com/suffolk-back-yard-ultra/https://www.webscorer.com/registerlist?raceid=316502&details=1Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Shane Morel recently completed a 106k ultra race around the Isle Of Wight. As it was Shane's first time over 50k, I thought it would be of benefit to others, looking to step up in ultra distance, to hear Shane's views on the build up to the event and how it went for him.https://www.ultrachallenge.com/isle-of-wight-challenge/Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Kev gets a behind the scenes interview with Centurion Running owner, Race Director, international Athlete and Ultra guru James Elson. Yes Kev has man-fan syndrome but manages to stay professional throughout. So professional in fact that James does not swear once!https://www.centurionrunning.com/Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

In this episode Kev, at last, catches up with Sophie Bennett who finished second female at the inaugural Centurion Winter Downs 200.  Among many other ultra races Sophie also completed the Dragon's Back Race in 2022.  This is a conversation that has been a long time coming but it's full of good topical ultra racing stuff! https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/winter-downs-200-2024  https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

In this bonus episode Kev interviews Matt Harper, fellow Hart Road Runners club mate and finisher of the Centurion Winter Downs 200. If you are considering entering this or any other 200 miler, here is some more invaluable insight.https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/winter-downs-200-2024https://www.hartroadrunners.co.uk/Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

This episode details the conclusion to Kev's 3 x 200 mile races in a calendar year. The inaugural Winter Downs 200 by Centurion. Best listened to on the run!https://www.centurionrunning.com/https://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/products/la-sportiva-cyklon-cross-gtx-menshttps://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/products/dexshell-compression-mudder-socksAid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

This episode details Kev's race around the 220 mile King Alfred's Way Ultra. This is the second part of his 3 x 200 mile race series in 2023. https://www.cockbainevents.com/https://www.beyondmarathon.com/https://www.hartroadrunners.co.uk/https://www.justgiving.com/page/kevin-munt-1690971880796?utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_fundraiser_page_donation_received_-_nth_donation&utm_content=88ec3e39-cae5-40c4-97f5-e65093b060b6&utm_medium=email&utm_source=postoffice&utm_term=1692004808766Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

In this mini episode Kev owns up to his plans/experiment  for running 3 x 200 miles in an ultra running season.  Nutter!Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

The episode covers the epic Beacon's Way 100 mile ultra by GBUltras. Held in biblical weather conditions this has a lot of learning experience to share. It features both Kev's take on the event and experience of completion, as well as the amazing result achieved by Elizabeth (Lizzie) Gatherer.  Who is featured in the show. Not far to the next Aid Station!https://www.gbultras.com/beacons-way-ultra-100/https://ultramadlizzie.com/Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

In this episode Kev interviews, on the trail, Lynne Rashleigh and Caroline Dobbin.  Two women new to Ultra running about their first time experiences. If you are planning stepping up to Ultra distance this is a must listen. If you are a very experienced ultra runner why not go back and remember your first time!Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Kev's not been around since the Northern Traverse so here is a chance to catch up with where he is at. This episode includes a ‘jog interview' with Hannah Hall and reviews GB Ultras Ultra Wales 50 miler.https://www.gbultras.com/ultra-wales/https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/thames-path-100-2024Hannah's new business - mpower.fleet.uk@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093997789736Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

In this episode Kev tells the story of his 190 mile/300k run across England in the Northern Traverse Ultra race.  The poor thing sounds awful in this episode due to a very viscous bout of the most extreme man flu! For this and his monotone voice he apologises. Of course you still would not want to miss out on his amazing experience would you? So please take a listen. https://www.northerntraverse.com/https://silvasweden.uk/?mshttps://freetobekids.enthuse.com/pf/kevin-munthttp://www.harveymaps.co.uk/Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Kev is tapering at the moment for the Northern Traverse, which is the non stop race across England from Coast to Coast. In this episode Kev gives some background as to how he got to this longest ultra run of his life. He also provide some background to the event and his training preparation for it. https://www.northerntraverse.com/northern-traversehttps://freetobekids.enthuse.com/pf/kevin-munthttps://montane.com/products/montane-gecko-vp-20https://theomm.com/product/chest-pod/?v=79cba1185463Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Kev tackles the Arc of Attrition 100 round the rugged tip of Cornwall. Well it tackles him actually! https://mudcrew.co.uk/events/arc-of-attrition/Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

In this first episode of a two part special, Kev takes on the mighty Dragon's Back race for the second time. This time the dragon puts up a hell of a fight that Kev takes head on! This episode covers some of the preparation and Day's 1 and 2. https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/thinking-of-entering

Kev continues his race down the spine of Wales, riding the dragon all the way to Cardiff. This episode covers days 3, 4, 5 & 6.https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-route

Kev attempts the British ultra marathon classic, the Montane Lakeland 100. This episode also features the Lakeland 50. Kev introduces you to more mid to back of pack runners, this time from Europe, who tell their stories and become Aid Station fans! https://lakeland100.com/https://www.facebook.com/joeyscoffee/https://instagram.com/joeyscastle?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= 

Kev discusses running 100 miles with Hannah Hall and Lizzie Gatherer who both completed the Centurion South Downs 100 in June. If you are looking to step up to a 100 mile ultra marathon, looking for inside info, or just love ultra banter, this episode is for you.This episode features:https://www.centurionrunning.com/https://lakeland100.com/https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/

Kev updates the latest local ultra race news. This episode features the GL3D, the perfect event to start your multi-day mountain ultra experience. Featuring https://ultramadlizzie.wixsite.com/ultramadlizzie/post/gwynne-harris-round-ladies-fastest-known-time-what-does-it-take-to-run-an-fkt-round?postId=b5d2ac0f-d6c9-4a05-bc93-b32bc6f4ddd5&utm_campaign=474affa2-0f1b-4a7f-86ec-e4e9b825499c&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&utm_content=e3232d3a-c5bc-4f06-9160-7b1cd72d98d7&cid=fd8f44b6-b9cf-47d5-93af-156ed56ccd4ahttps://www.oureaevents.com/https://www.centurionrunning.com/

Kev returns in interview mode with a great guest in Sarah Francis. With 22 years of mountain marathons behind her, Sarah is the most experienced mountain ultra runner Kev has ever met. In this highly insightful interview, Sarah imparts her wealth of mountain race knowledge and gives us an insight into all the longest UK  events. https://theomm.com/events/https://www.northerntraverse.com/https://www.capewrathultra.com/

This episode has been sometime in the making! It details Elizabeth Gatherer's first attempt at a Backyard Ultra. The show covers all the planning and approach to one of these events with no known end! Backyard's are very different Ultra running events, so if you are planning to have a go listen to this great episode first.

In the last episode in this series of specials Kev gets eaten up and spat out by the Dragon. It's the conclusion of a years training and podcast recording of his journey to the mighty Dragons Back Race. If you are contemplating entering this race this, and the rest in the series, are well worth a listen. https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/2021-results

So it is just five days to the race start! To reduce his boredom during his taper, Kev makes this boring episode taking you through all his equipment choices for the DBR. If you are racing the event, planning entering the event, fancy moving into multi-day racing or just plain bored, this one is for you! https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-routehttps://montane.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpreJBhDvARIsAF1_BU3MLS8sUaUE8B6iIJgf50uNCTo2LFjJy7fg37vTDqZmqmGNhqfpxUcaAgtsEALw_wcBhttps://theomm.com/https://www.ortlieb.com/en_us/https://www.icebreaker.com/en-gb/homehttps://www.lasportiva.com/gbhttps://www.hokaoneone.eu/en/gb/men-trail/

Kev recces Day 4 of the Dragon's Back Race. Also he joins some of the children at a FreeToBeKids camp to hear what they think of life outside a big city.  Please follow the link below to donate to bettering the lives of these children. A big Thank You.https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/KevinMunt1?utm_campaign=Maturity14daystogo-Finalpush&utm_content=41733188&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Virgin_Money_Givinghttps://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-route

Kev and Lizzie recce Day2 of the Dragon's Back Race from Nant Gwynant to Dolgellau. Kev also travels up to London to interview Rachel Nichols of FreeToBeKids, Kev's chosen charity for the DBR. Rachel gives us an insightful look into the very important work Freetobekids do to get children with difficult inner-city lives in contact with nature. Please be kind enough to follow the link below and make a donation to this important charityhttps://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/KevinMunt1?utm_campaign=inactiveweeklysummaryv2-NEWMAPPING&utm_content=40258942&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Virgin_Money_Givinghttps://www.freetobekids.org.uk/https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-route

Kev recces the mighty Day1 from Conwy Castle to Nant Gwynant, taking him over the Snowdon Massif. This special episode also includes an interview with fellow Dragon in Training, Olly Harrison Kate Worthington - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-route 

Influenced by two new books and the biggest event in Ultra UTMB, Kev asks if Ultra running is doing enough to save our sporting environments.  Damien Hall's - In It For The Long Run - https://www.waterstones.com/book/in-it-for-the-long-run/damian-hall//9781839810435?awaid=3787&utm_source=redbrain&utm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=css&gclid=CjwKCAjwhYOFBhBkEiwASF3KGS6l7EfvuU6hMrtnuOqzx4Uktl2q62Nd2BDdVN9FAisw6EgadbYdohoC01cQAvD_BwEProfessor Mark Maslin's - How To Save The Planet - https://www.waterstones.com/book/how-to-save-our-planet/mark-a-maslin/9780241472521TreesNotTees - https://treesnottees.com/ReRun Clothing - https://rerunclothing.org/Ourea Eventss - https://www.oureaevents.com/sustainabilityUTMB  World Series - https://utmb.world/

Kev undertakes his first Dragon's Back Race recce. He travels to Dolgellau Wales to take on Day 3 of the route. This episode will be of interest to anyone taking on the DBR 2021 or considering taking on the race in the future. Also if you are planning a multi-day Ultra race there maybe some useful information to help you. Dragon's Back Race - https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-route

This extended episode finds Kev out on a long trail training run with trail buddy and sometime Ultra training partner Dean Kellaway. Dean and Kev discuss all things Ultra and family while covering 20 miles of the South Downs of Hampshire.Shane Benzie - Lost Art of Running - https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=shane+benzie+book&adgrpid=107165468809&gclid=Cj0KCQjw38-DBhDpARIsADJ3kjm8a-M_WMs90MLt-bUl2V4LeNOzwKM3abogmYjn4nB0wF-NbxSRWrkaAoH9EALw_wcB&hvadid=449166220976&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9045747&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8496398526771921807&hvtargid=kwd-1110692780117&hydadcr=10558_1753922&tag=googhydr-21&ref=pd_sl_4i334tzchd_e_p49Dragon's Back Race - Route - https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-routeCenturion Ultra Coaching - https://www.centurionrunning.com/coaching

In this bonus episode of Aid Station, Kev joins Lizzie Gatherer on the last three of her twelve one hour 4.1 mile practice loops, as she mull the madness of the Backyard Ultra format.  This episode provides a great insight into the preparation/determination/madness of the ultra long runner and what it may be like to run into infinity! Linkenholt Backyard Ultra -  https://www.racedirector.co.uk/events/linkenholt-backyard-ultra-2021Big's Backyard Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/142055916440410/Highlight Reel by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 licence. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100205Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Kev focuses on Ultra running in later life and provides positive ways of reducing the effects of the ageing process.  An interview with ultra runner Chris Stone provide the stimulus for advice and recommendations. Chris also give you some great anecdotes on his ultra races. Big Way Round 50k https://www.sientries.co.uk/list.php?event_id=8048Linkenholt Backyard Ultra https://www.racedirector.co.uk/events/linkenholt-backyard-ultra-2021Dragons Back Race https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/enterSunrise to Sunset - Mongolia https://www.ms2s.org/Lore of Running - Tim Nokes MD https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lore-Running-Tim-Noakes/dp/0873229592

Kev messes up an Aid Station interview appointment, so invites you to join him on a chilled run in the sun. In this bonus episode he rambles on about the Ultra mind and other key aspects of Ultra racing. The music is pretty chilled as well. Best listened to on a training run in the sun. Enjoy. 

Having proved I am a complete tech numpty, I finally get my Aid Station interview with UTBM and Lakeland 100 finisher Hannah Hall. I guess interviewing your hero's can have that effect! Hannah's passion for ultramarathon has taken her on some amazing solo journeys in ultra running and racing. Hannah has a wealth of Ultra running experience to share with you in this episode. Hannah also operates her own fitness company And has some get advice on strength and conditioning work.This packed episode also has the usual features of Ultra News, Coach Comment and Trail Tips. Run and enjoy or recover and enjoy the listen. Cheers KevLinks to the races and recommendations are listed below:https://blazefitnessuk.com/https://utmbmontblanc.com/en/UTMBhttps://www.greatlakeland3day.com/https://ultrachallenge.com/isle-of-wight-challenge/

In this bonus episode Aid Station's coach Kev provides both experienced and inexperienced ultra marathon runners with the ultimate guide to understating Ultra terminology. This comprehensive guide will be invaluable in your grasp of the nuances of the ultra running endurance world.

The first episode in a series of ‘Special' shows following Kevin's training year leading up to the 2021 edition of the Dragon's Back Race in September. The race is a multi-Ultra stage six day journey from north to south down through Wales, taking in all the highest peaks and mountain ranges. Kev covers his backstory, his Ultra running journey so far and his attraction to the event. He also updates you on his ridiculous approach to long back to back Ultra weekends.  Aid Station's Facebook Ultra running Community is now up running, come along and join us for more Ultra advice and chatKev's ‘A' race  https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/Kev's ‘B' race. https://www.greatlakeland3day.com/Richard Askwith's brilliant book. https://www.waterstones.com/book/feet-in-the-clouds/richard-askwith/robert-macfarlane/9781781310564Check out Leerunsultras. https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCSCSv_SFD65qJFi65q4gFkw How to learn Welsh

Episode 2 contains Aid Station's first face to face interview. Kev is joined on his Dragon's Back Race training by one of the most enthusiastic newbie Ultra runners you will ever hear from. The coaching feature focuses on positive thinking and the show contains all the usual features of Ultra News, Trail Tips and coaching advice. Welcome to the show.Here are the links to the Ultra races mentioned in the show:Falklands Island Ultra  https://www.falklandsultra.com/Silva Great Lakeland 3 Day  https://www.greatlakeland3day.com/Dragon's Back Race https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/Hardmoors Race Series https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/

This is the very first episode of the magazine style podcast Aid Station. Running endurance coach and Ultra marathon mid-pack runner Kevin, presents Ultra News, Coaching Advice, Trail Tips and talks about himself. Of course all with the aim of helping Ultra running listeners to gain motivation and improvement. This episode sets the scene for future coaching advice covering training plans, equipment, race nutrition and Ultra progression.Kevin provides virtual Ultra race options in the U.K. Find them at the following link https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/one-virtual-slam-2021The show covers the latest Performance Index from the International Trail Running Association (ITRA) https://itra.run/news/350Kevin recommends getting in your ultra race entries for late summer/autumn 2021. Check out the race search sites https://www.runultra.co.uk/  and  https://www.letsdothis.com/Sadly the show marked the passing of John Kynaston. Pleases check out John's great YouTube channel  for Ultra runners https://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwj-wPiAyavuAhXIilwKHT4pDKcQFjAAegQIARAC&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fuser%2Fjkynaston&usg=AOvVaw08F80GIOK9qCrP86ec8JXUJohn also hosted the Run To The Hills podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/run-to-the-hills/id1504643103Please stop at the Aid Station and take a listen, if you like what's on offer hit the bell for directions to the next Aid Station. Cheers Kev

This is the trailer for the brand new upcoming magazine style Ultra Running podcast, aimed at supporting and motivating mid/back of pack Ultra Runners. Hosted by England Athletics qualified endurance coach Kevin Munt, this show will bring you news, coaching advice, race preparation, and Ultra runners experiences. Take a listen and join me at the Aid Station.