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RunThrough Trails


    • May 21, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 4m AVG DURATION
    • 24 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from RunThrough Trails

    #Ep24 - Conquering THE MONSTER, a 300 Mile RACE across ARIZONA W/ Welsh Ultra Athlete Scott Jenkins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 53:51


    #Ep23 - How DISCOVERING his AUTHENTIC SELF led JOE FARRELLY from the ROAD to THE TRAILS, TARGETING 100K!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 63:32


    #Ep22 - How HOLLY STABLES ran 300+ miles SOLO from LA to LAS VEGAS in the MYTHICAL 'Speed Project' #TSP

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 85:39


    Welcome back to the RunThrough Trails Podcast! This week, we're joined by the incredible Holly Stables—a marathoner turned ultra runner who's taken on everything from the Commonwealth Games to the brutal trails of UTMB and just completed the 300-plus mile Speed Project solo!

    #Ep21 - How GEMMA HILLIER-MOSES took VICTORY in a WORLD CLASS FEILD seeded 8TH!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 56:26


    In this episode of the RunThrough Trails podcast, Gemma Moses returns to discuss her journey in trail running since her last appearance. The conversation covers her training experiences leading up to the OCC race, the challenges she faced and her mindset towards performance. Gemma reflects on her learnings from OCC and how they influenced her moving forward.James and Gemma also delve into the intricacies of trail running, focusing on the challenges of navigating difficult terrain, the importance of race strategy, and the mental aspects of competing. They discuss Gemma's experiences during the UTMB Chianti race, highlighting the significance of preparation, pacing, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions which ultimately lead Gemma to victory even though she was seeded 8th on the start line.

    RunThrough Trails Podcast | Ep.20 - Athlete Interview - John McAvoy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 63:14


    In episode 20 of the RunThrough Trails podcast we explore the inspiring journey of John McAvoy, the founder of the Alpine Run Project. From his early life and ambitions, to a pivotal shift towards a life of crime, John experienced a transformative turning point in prison. Discover how he found a passion for sport, transitioned from personal achievement to inspiring others, and began his journey as an endurance athlete. We also dive into his shift to trail running and the birth of the Alpine Run Project, a platform that empowers youth through sport while shaping his future aspirations for community impact.

    #019 - Athlete Interview - Mike Murphy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 68:07


    In this episode, James & Lewis are joined by a very special guest, Mike Murphy. Mike was the person who introduced James to trail running and has been a huge inspiration since then. He continues to mentor James in his trail running and today sits down to talk about his journey from early athletics to competitive trail running. He also covers his transition into the sport, first race experience, and key lessons learned. He shares insights on pacing, race strategy, and the psychological aspects of running, as well as his experience building a running community through group runs and opening a running store. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on the trail running journey!

    #018 - Athlete Interview - Christian Meier

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 53:15


    James & Lewis are back for another episode & are joined by special guest Christian Meier.Christian shares his journey from cycling to trail running, exploring the growing scene in Girona and the Pyrenees. He reflects on experiences at UTMB and TDS, offers race preparation tips, and discusses building a business in the sport. Christian also highlights sustainability in trail running gear and the balance between aesthetics and performance, while sharing his future plans and upcoming events. 

    #017 - Athlete Interview - Chelsea Creak

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 65:43


    In this episode of the Run Through Trails podcast, host James Tilley and co-host Lewis Moses interview elite trail runner Chelsea Creak. Chelsea discusses her transition from rowing to trail running, race experiences, and training strategies. They cover topics such as the Golden Trail Series, trail types, race strategy, and equipment choices. Chelsea also reflects on her recent race highlights, challenges, goals for the upcoming year, and the importance of preparation and team support, including insights on altitude's impact and strategies for her target race, OCC.

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    RunThrough Trails Podcast | Ep.16 - Arc of Attrition Recap & Girona

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 59:21


    In this episode, we kick things off by diving into Lewis' recent experience of The Arc of Attrition as a coach. James & Lewis then recap their experiences and share insights on handling challenges, and reflect on what makes races like these so rewarding. Plus, we talk about the beautiful trails of Girona, offering a unique setting for trail runners looking to experience a mix of stunning landscapes and challenging terrains. 

    #015 - Race Recaps & Training Camps

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 49:55


    James and Lewis are back in 2025 for the latest episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast! In this episode James & Lewis cover the recent New Levels Coaching Paula Radcliffe marathon workshop. They also discuss the impact of super shoes, the challenges of transitioning from short to long distances, the importance of structured training plans, and the mental resilience needed to succeed.The episode wraps up by highlighting the value of group dynamics, consistency, and community in both road and trail running. 

    #014 - Our Favourite Running Shoes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 53:44


    In Episode 14, James and Lewis talk all things trail shoes, running gear, and winter essentials. Lewis recaps his trip to the Kendal Mountain Festival, James shares his excitement about being back in training, and they break down their favourite shoes and kit for different runs. Perfect for anyone planning their next race or updating their gear this winter!

    #013 - How to Plan for the Year Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 57:54


    James and Lewis reflect on 2024, looking back at races, injuries, experiences and lessons learned. They then chat about how to properly plan for the year ahead and how they think about fitting their running in around life and work commitments.

    #012 - Working in the Running Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 60:05


    James & Lewis discuss their career history and how they ended up working dream jobs in the running industry. They also discuss recruitment and give some tips on how you can maximise your chances of getting a job in coaching and event organisation.

    #011 - Dealing With Injury

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 56:41


    James and Lewis discuss rehab post UTMB and how best to deal with injuries from the perspective of both coach and athlete.

    #010 - UTMB Debrief & RunThrough Trails Future Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 68:24


    In this episode the James & Lewis debrief their time away in the Alps & the UTMB week of racing. James & Lewis also discuss the future of the RunThrough Trails and the 2025 race calendar.

    #009 - James' Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 55:14


    Lewis and James sit down in the stunning Chamonix valley for a collab podcast between New Levels Coaching and RunThrough Trails. James talks about his personal running journey and how he ended up where he is today.

    #008 - Luke Grenfell Shaw

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 70:24


    Lewis and James chat to the inspirational Luke Grenfell Shaw. Luke is a Brooks athlete who will be competing at the upcoming CCC by UTMB in Chamonix this week. Luke has experienced another level of challenge throughout his personal and athletic career and he very kindly shares his incredible story with us. This one is something special, enjoy.--RT Trails Race Calendar

    #007 - Kris Jones

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 79:56


    Lewis and James chat to HOKA athlete and Elite Trail Team member Kris Jones. Kris speaks all about his running career so far as well some of his training methodologies and upcoming race goals. 

    #006 - Jon Albon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 60:09


    In this episode James and Lewis talk all things trail running with legendary British trail runner Jon Albon. Jon has a world class list of race results dating back over a decade. Join us as he takes us through his journey from Obstacle course racing into ultra distance trail running and discusses his recent Western States debut as well as his training philosophy and much more! 

    #005 - Tom Joly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 67:46


    The first of our upcomming run of athlete interviews. Tom Joly is a professional trail runner, originating from the UK but now based in Spain. He is a member of the Elite Trail Team and joins James & Lewis to discuss all things running! Tom takes us through how he started running, his training philosophy, recent races and his plans for this years big race - UTMB.

    #004 - James & Gemma in France

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 59:09


    On this episode James is joined by Lewis' better half Gemma, and they discuss their recent Euro road trip including course recce's in Chamonix, Retreats in Morzine and an upcoming race in Verbier

    #003 - James gets selected for Team GB!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 78:11


    While Lewis heads off to Austria to support Gemma and Justin at Mozart, James travels to Annecy after a last minute call up to represent Team GB at the European Off Road Running Championships.

    #002 - Taking the win at Ultra Trail Snowdonia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 77:30


    After a big weekend of racing at Ultra Trail Snowdonia, James and Lewis talk through the week leading up to the race and breakdown James' winning run. 

    #001 - Welcome to the RunThrough Trails Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 77:59


    James and Lewis welcome you to the new pod with updates on recent training, future race plans and plenty of other random trail chat to keep you company on your next long run.

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