Marathon des Sables Podcast

This episode is a little different, it's a view from behind the scenes. If you ran in 2021 or 2022, you will have likely met photographer Jon Bromley. Or “Desert Dad”, as he was affectionately known by some. So what luxury awaits those non-runners working behind the scenes, four poster beds, 5-course meals, copious wine, […] The post Behind the Scenes at the Marathon des Sables with the “Desert Dad” appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This episode is a little different, it's a view from behind the scenes. If you ran in 2021 or 2022, you will have likely met photographer Jon Bromley. Or “Desert Dad”, as he was affectionately known by some. So what luxury awaits those non-runners working behind the scenes, four poster beds, 5-course meals, copious wine, […] The post Behind the Scenes at the Marathon des Sables with the “Desert Dad” appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

Roraigh first completed the MDS in 1995. A lot has changed, and since then, he has completed it four more times. Including this year, 2022, when at the age of 62, he was Britain's oldest finisher. No fancy running shoes or ultra-lightweight gear, just solid planning, preparation and a selective choice of kit has led […] The post The Experiences of Roraigh Ainslie an MDS Veteran appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

Roraigh first completed the MDS in 1995. A lot has changed, and since then, he has completed it four more times. Including this year, 2022, when at the age of 62, he was Britain's oldest finisher. No fancy running shoes or ultra-lightweight gear, just solid planning, preparation and a selective choice of kit has led […] The post The Experiences of Roraigh Ainslie an MDS Veteran appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

On this weeks show we have Ben Gallagher another of our tent-mates from Marathon des Sables 2022. Ben is a Veteran, Athlete and Explorer. In 2019 whilst serving in the British Army, he was involved in an incident that has since changed his life. He was shot numerous times and received blast/fragmentation injuries to both […] The post Ben Gallagher Veteran, Athlete, Explorer & MDS Finisher appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

On this weeks show we have Ben Gallagher another of our tent-mates from Marathon des Sables 2022. Ben is a Veteran, Athlete and Explorer. In 2019 whilst serving in the British Army, he was involved in an incident that has since changed his life. He was shot numerous times and received blast/fragmentation injuries to both […] The post Ben Gallagher Veteran, Athlete, Explorer & MDS Finisher appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

Not Terry’s first Ultra. Actually his second attempt at the Marathon des Sables, but a very respectable 39th place overall and 9th Brit. Find out how Terry managed this incredible achievement and see if you fancy placing in the top 50 in 2023! The post Terry Maddison Finishing 39th in the Marathon des Sables 2022 appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

Not Terry’s first Ultra. Actually his second attempt at the Marathon des Sables, but a very respectable 39th place overall and 9th Brit. Find out how Terry managed this incredible achievement and see if you fancy placing in the top 50 in 2023! The post Terry Maddison Finishing 39th in the Marathon des Sables 2022 appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This week Rob and I had a cracking time talking to tent mate Glen Watts about his MDS experience. Glen suffered severely with his feet during our journey through the Sahara. Having to use all his mental capacity and his “Why” to get through the pain. Whilst we have a great laugh in this episode, […] The post Glen Watts Uses His “Why” To Finish The Marathon Des Sables! appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This week Rob and I had a cracking time talking to tent mate Glen Watts about his MDS experience. Glen suffered severely with his feet during our journey through the Sahara. Having to use all his mental capacity and his “Why” to get through the pain. Whilst we have a great laugh in this episode, […] The post Glen Watts Uses His “Why” To Finish The Marathon Des Sables! appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

You don’t need to be an ultra runner or even have years of running experience to take part in the Marathon des Sables. With the right attitude, attention to detail and planning, you can complete the MDS whatever your background. This week we speak to Karen Alford, who did just this. With little running experience. […] The post Karen Alford from Half Marathon to MDS in under 12 months! appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

You don’t need to be an ultra runner or even have years of running experience to take part in the Marathon des Sables. With the right attitude, attention to detail and planning, you can complete the MDS whatever your background. This week we speak to Karen Alford, who did just this. With little running experience. […] The post Karen Alford from Half Marathon to MDS in under 12 months! appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This week we are lucky to have Lauren Gregory on the show. Lauren not only completed the infamous 35th edition of the Marathon des Sables in 2021 she was also the first British Female. Whilst Lauren didn't suffer from the stomach bug that rampaged through camp in 2021 her race was far from straightforward. She […] The post Lauren Gregory 1st British Female Marathon des Sables 2021 appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This week we are lucky to have Lauren Gregory on the show. Lauren not only completed the infamous 35th edition of the Marathon des Sables in 2021 she was also the first British Female. Whilst Lauren didn't suffer from the stomach bug that rampaged through camp in 2021 her race was far from straightforward. She […] The post Lauren Gregory 1st British Female Marathon des Sables 2021 appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This is a fantastic story of a Father and Son adventure on the Marathon des Sables. As if the MDS was not tough enough mentally. Could you leave your son behind to finish? Ian and George tell of the agreement they made and their plans in place should the worst thing happen. When it does, […] The post Ian & George Moore on the MDS: A Father Leaves His Son in the Desert! appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This is a fantastic story of a Father and Son adventure on the Marathon des Sables. As if the MDS was not tough enough mentally. Could you leave your son behind to finish? Ian and George tell of the agreement they made and their plans in place should the worst thing happen. When it does, […] The post Ian & George Moore on the MDS: A Father Leaves His Son in the Desert! appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

As if the Marathon des Sables was not enough of a challenge. You’ll always find someone that wants to do it slightly different to the other participants. Jonny Hendry is one of those people. He served in The Parachute Regiment, in all 3 Battalions and deployed on multiple tours of Afghanistan. Over those tours, he […] The post Jonny Hendry Does The Marathon Des Sables in Body Armour! appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

As if the Marathon des Sables was not enough of a challenge. You’ll always find someone that wants to do it slightly different to the other participants. Jonny Hendry is one of those people. He served in The Parachute Regiment, in all 3 Battalions and deployed on multiple tours of Afghanistan. Over those tours, he […] The post Jonny Hendry Does The Marathon Des Sables in Body Armour! appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

In this edition of the MDS Podcast Sean & Rob invite fellow Walking with the Wounded teammate Andrew “The Colonel” Smallbone on the show to talk through his experience of the Marathon des Sables 2022. Andrew completed the 36th Edition of the MDS and for the large part was a walker. Although a very fast […] The post Andrew “The Colonel” Smallbone on How to Complete the Marathon des Sables 2022 appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

In this edition of the MDS Podcast Sean & Rob invite fellow Walking with the Wounded teammate Andrew “The Colonel” Smallbone on the show to talk through his experience of the Marathon des Sables 2022. Andrew completed the 36th Edition of the MDS and for the large part was a walker. Although a very fast […] The post Andrew “The Colonel” Smallbone on How to Complete the Marathon des Sables 2022 appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

We did it! Finally, after many years of training and postponements, plus a second attempt for me, we managed to complete the “Toughest Footrace on Earth”! In this episode, we go through the poignant moments of the race for us. Covering everything from food to pacing. We also try to answer the question that gets […] The post Rob & Sean’s Debrief on Completing the Marathon des Sables 2022 appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

Welcome back to another episode of the MDS Podcast. This will be the last episode before I venture out for Marathon des Sables 2022. On this show we have another of my tent mates from tent 55 in 2021, Katie Hislop. This was Katie’s second MDS and she did us proud by bringing it home […] The post Marathon des Sables Once is Never Enough with Katie Hislop appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

On this week’s show I talk to another of tent mates from Tent 55 at the 35th edition of the Marathon des Sables in October 2021. Lucy gives us an insight in how she coped with the extraordinary conditions of the 35th edition and still managed to finish whilst walking the whole 250km. Lucy has […] The post How to Walk the Marathon des Sables and Finish by Lucy Pond appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

In this episode I speak with Jack Fleckney, ex-marine, entrepreneur and adventurer. Jack was one of my tents mates, Tent 55, at the 35th edition of the Marathon Des Sables in October 2021. Through careful planning, pure determination and a will to succeed Jack managed to do what nearly 50% of us didn't in the […] The post Jack “The Sock” Fleckney Finisher 35th Marathon Des Sables appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

We're back! After a long lay off the MDS Podcast is back. Since our last episode, Sean finally got to do the Marathon des Sables in 2021. He talks to Rob about what he discovered and provides some valuable insight for those looking to take on the challenge. You can also find out why Sean […] The post Sean & Rob Discuss MDS 2021 & the upcoming MDS 2022 appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

April is fast approaching, which means the Marathon des Sables 2020 is just around the corner. In the run up to the big event, Sean Clark chats with some of this year’s Walking with the Wounded team members.  Looking into each member’s reason for embarking on this incredible challenge and how they’re preparing for April, […] The post Robert Gibbs – Coping with the heat & packing tips for the MDS appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This episode was recorded live at the MDS Expo in October 2019. Elisabet Barnes talks on ‘How to Prepare for your Perfect Race’ as she gives advice to new and old hands on running the Marathon des Sables. Elisabet Barnes is a Swedish athlete specialised in ultrarunning. Her major claim to fame is winning the […] The post Elisabet Barnes on How to Prepare for your Perfect Race appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

This episode was recorded live at the MDS Expo in October 2019. Steve Diederich introduces this years Expo. He is the head of RunUltra and he has been organising the British contingent at the Marathon des Sables for many years. The post Steve Diederich MDS Expo 2019 Introduction appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

As the countdown for the Marathon des Sables 2020 is on, Sean Clark chats with some of this year’s Walking With The Wounded Team Members. Looking into each member’s reason for embarking on this incredible challenge and how they’re preparing for April, Sean dives deep into what running the Marathon des Sables as part of […] The post Duncan Slater Shares His Previous MDS Experiences & Much More appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

As the countdown for the Marathon des Sables 2020 is on, Sean Clark chats with some of this year’s Walking With The Wounded Team Members. Looking into each member’s reason for embarking on this incredible challenge and how they’re preparing for April, Sean dives deep into what running the Marathon des Sables as part of […] The post Tom Wilkinson a member of the Walking With The Wounded MDS2020 team appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.

As the countdown for the Marathon des Sables 2020 is on, Sean Clark chats with some of this year’s Walking With The Wounded Team Members. Looking into each member’s reason for embarking on this incredible challenge and how they’re preparing for April, Sean dives deep into what running the Marathon des Sables as part of […] The post Ed Parker CEO of Walking With The Wounded appeared first on Marathon des Sables Podcast.