The UKRunChat podcast.

In this episode Michelle speaks with Mason Morgan in a truly inspiring conversation. Mason's resilience in the face of adversity is nothing short of remarkable. Since his diagnosis with a high-grade brain tumor in September 2022, Mason has not only faced his condition with bravery but also channeled his energy into a formidable challenge: running 6 marathons in 7 months and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to support Macmillan Cancer Support.Tune in to hear Mason discuss his journey, the challenges he has overcome, and his upcoming fundraising events. You can follow Mason on InstagramTo sponsor Mason and support his remarkable journey, please go to https://www.runningwithcancer.co.uk for more details and donation options.

Jon Blair is a father of 3, a husband and proud stammerer. He is a Youtube creator & stammer supporter whose channel focuses on stammering, mental health, reviews, opinion, running & a love of trainers. He started running at 37 due to COVID forcing gyms to close their doors, and a year after serious spinal surgery. He has have achieved 16.08 5k, 35.45 10k, 1.18.43 HM and 3.04.04 Marathon. Jon and Michelle chat about:- Jon's YouTube channel which he started to help people with a stammer, and which focuses on running, mental health and shoes!- Jon's own journey into running, which started relatively late in life- Running a Boston-qualifying marathon on a fractured leg!- Favourite running shoes, and why carbon-plates might not be for everyone- Big goals to run 1000 miles for charityhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheStammerer-sn3qs

In this episode we catch up with Ian Williams who is founder of the long standing website Fetch Everyone. Fetcheveryone lets you analyse your training, find races, plot routes, chat in our forum, get advice, play games and nothing is behind a paywall.Also listen to hear about Ian's own running and goals to run his first (very unusual) ultra soon. https://www.fetcheveryone.com

In this episode Michelle chats with @AiLyn_Runner | @DrAiLynTanDr Ai Lyn is a parkrun Ambassador, her marathon PB is 3:28:51 and she has been running every day for over 4 years!This episode includes Dr Ai Lyn's thoughts on how running can be helpful for a variety of medical conditions.You can follow Dr Ai Lyn on:TwitterInstagram

Listen to hear Michelle & community member Alia chat all about:- trying to be more green in our running- how its impossible to get lost while running in Salford- barefoot running- the Jordan Impact Marathon - running in the desertand much more!Follow Alia here

In this episode Michelle chats with Callum Jacobs, author of Road Runner: Surviving on the Urban Trails.Michelle and Callum chat about:- urban versus trail running- how city running can inspire as much awe as the mountains- sightseeing on the run- running the London Underground, overground- place hackingYou can follow Callum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_urban_trailrunner

Steph was Team GB's fastest marathon runner at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and won the 2021 UK Olympic trials in a time of 2:27:16. Steph is a coach at Runna and this episode is all about training for your upcoming Spring events.We chat about:Where should you be now in your training plan ahead of your spring events.What should you do if you miss sessions due to injury or illness.Stephs, lower mileage & cross training approach to her training.Stephs journey to becoming an Olympic marathon runner.What is a de-load week and how to execute these effectively.and much more!You can grab an extended free trial at Runna using our code UKRUNCHAT1 all capitals here If you would like to get in touch with any comments about the podcast you can on info@ukrunchat.co.ukFollow Steph on Instagram

In this episode Michelle chats with Emma.Emma is a Run Educator, Gait Analyst, columnist at Womens Running UK and Hyrox Ambassador. Listen to hear:- how do you know if you're ready to take on your first ultra- different types of run/walk strategies- hill training tips- recognising the signs of - and avoiding - overtraining- taperingYou can follow Emma on:InstagramTwitter / X

Listen to hear Michelle and Dr Josephine chat about how we can encourage more women into ultra-running, and secondly, mental strategies to improve performance in long distance running.The podcast covers:- barriers into ultrarunning affecting women- how we can achieve gender parity in ultra-running- setting effective goals- preparing body and mind for an ultra- strategies for dealing with tough moments in a race, such as mantras and visualisation- tips for dealing effectively with panic attacks if they happen during a race- Josie's website is www.performanceinmind.co.ukThe Threshold Trail Series website is www.thresholdtrailseries.comAnd you can follow Dr Josephine Perry on Instagram

Bea has been a member of the UKRunChat community since 2014, and is a regular UKRunChat hour cohost. You can learn more about Bea on www.beamycoach.com .Bea works mainly with clients age 40+, and women going through perimenopause and menopause. Once a competitive athlete, Bea now focuses on finding joy in running.We chat about:- Bea's own journey into running- Bea's personal experience of perimenopause, how this affected her running goals, and how this has enabled her to help others going through the same.- how Bea found the joy in running once again after being a competitive athlete.Follow Bea on:TwitterInstagram

In 2007, Paul Willan was a 26 year old overweight smoker when his boss encouraged him to join him in a daily lunchtime walk, which soon progressed into running. Once gasping for air at every lamppost, Paul is now a dedicated ultra runner, who trains 6 mornings a week.Listen to hear how Paul:- Overcame the initial challenges of going from walking to running.- The moment when running stopped being a weight loss tool and started being an enjoyable hobby to him. - Overtraining - recognising it, and coming back from it. - Training for ultra marathons. - Early morning running and motivation.Instagram: @willanruns81

In this episode Michelle is chatting with Sunday Times best-selling author, travel writer, mother and runner, Liz Fraser.Michelle and Liz chat about:- how Liz got into running- ⁠her BIG goals for her 50th year- ⁠how she keeps motivated to train- ⁠her plans for writing about her running (there's an interesting book in the planning)- ⁠running in ItalyYou can follow Liz on:TwitterInstagram Liz's Blog

Anya Culling is a Runna coach and has represented England over the marathon distance. Anya took up running in lockdown which saw her go from a marathon time of 4hrs 34 mins in 2019 to a current PB of 2hrs 34 mins knocking off 2hrs. Anya has her sights set on The 2026 Commonwealth Games. Michelle chats to Anya about her whirlwind journey into elite running and her tips for getting the best out of yourself at the marathon distance.You can grab an extended free trial on Runna using code UKRUNCHAT1Follow Anya On Instagram

Scott Jenkins is the 1st Briton to complete the arduous and elusive Triple Crown of 200s in the World Series, placing 5th behind Nike athlete Sally MacRae. Scott is also the current British record holder for the Moab 240 race in Utah and is the first Welshman to complete this race, Bigfoot 200, Tahoe 200 and Cocodona 250 as well as being the 2nd ever Welshman to complete Badwater 135. He has also completed the canal slam, a series of 3 races (130, 145 and 145mile races) along the UK canal systems finishing 6th overall. He is known as the UK's 200 mile man, for specialising in events of 200+ miles and has ran more 200 mile events than any other UK based runner.In this episode Michelle chats with Scott all about the Triple crown 200s.An incredible achievement, enjoy this interview with Scott.Follow Scott on Instagram

Jonny Huntington is an elite para-skier, climber and explorer. A former British Army Officer and ultra-distance runner, he had a brain bleed in 2014 that left him paralysed from the neck down on his left side. Following extensive rehabilitation and discharge from the Army, he returned to the world of elite sport as a disabled athlete, competing for GB in Cross Country Skiing. He is now setting his sights on becoming the first ever disabled person to travel from the edge of Antarctica to the South Pole solo, unsupported and unassisted. The South Pole expedition is not just a personal challenge for Jonny; it's about breaking boundaries within the disabled community and inspiring the world to recognise the limitless potential within each of us.Follow Jonny on Instagram here

Welcome to the UKRunChat podcast where Michelle is joined by Green Runners team member and sustainable events expert Ellie Wardell, and Race Director and green runner, Darren Evans.In this episode, we discuss innovative ideas and expert insights on how races can run towards a greener and more sustainable future, and give you some resources to work towards becoming more sustainable.Follow Green runners on:Instagram X Facebook Web . https://thegreenrunners.com/Ellie's Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/_treadinglightly_/Free ReScore app for race directors https://www.councilforresponsiblesport.org/rescore

On 3rd November 2023, Julia will be taking on the 100k race at Kullamannen - a race set along the rocky shores of Sweden's Kullaberg. Representing Great Britain, she already found success at the UTMB World Series in 2023, after returning to racing in 2022 from having her son. Julia discusses:• How she trains on the Cornish coast path for mountain races• Balancing family life and international competitions• How she got into running, and her journey to competing in 100 kilometre + races• What's special about Kullamannen and her predictions for the competitionYou can follow Julia on Instagram

Ben Parker is Head Coach at Runna, and one of the founders. Ben has spent 6+ years as a professional running coach, helping everyone from beginners runners to elite athletes. Ben is also a certified England Athletics Coach, IRONMAN Coach, Personal Trainer and Pilates Instructor. In his spare time, ben is a keen athlete himself and competes within his age group at IRONMAN events with multiple finishes. He also enjoys running ultramarathons whilst holding a marathon PB of 2:34.Ypu can enjoy an extended trial of Runna using code UKRUNCHAT. Go to this link to claim.

On 2 September 2023, fitness and motivational influencer Milly Pickles became the first ever amputee to participate in Red Bull 400: the world's toughest 400m race, which sees competitors from across the globe sprint up a ski jump in Slovenia with a brutal 140 metre elevation from start to finish. Milly is elated with her performance and has released a vlog of her experience on YouTube here.In 2017, Milly was electrocuted, leaving her with serious injuries and ultimately resulting in her right leg being amputated. Despite this adversity, Milly has established herself as a successful motivational speaker and fitness coach, amassing over 400,000 followers on TikTok.

In this episode Michelle speaks with Jess Learmonth. Jess is best known for her Olympic gold as part of the mixed triathlon relay team, at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.Jess has also enjoyed gold, silver and bronze victories across World Triathlon Series, European Championships, Commonwealth Games and Super League Triathlon.Now, Jess is taking a break from triathlon as she prepares to welcome her first child, due in September.Michelle and Jess chat about:- Finding the balance between starting a family and maintaining her sporting career.- The reactions Jess has faced from the sporting world to taking a break to have her first child.- Jess's plans to return to sport, including preparation for the Olympics in Paris 2024.- How Jess has maintained her health and fitness throughout pregnancy, and her advice to women wanting to do the same.

Recovery Runners Community was born in January 2021 when two runners from Leeds, Dean Smith, and Jamie Heselden, came up with the idea of introducing a small group of people in recovery from drugs and alcohol to the benefits of running. Since then, the Community has grown and achieved local and national recognition, officially launching as a running community in Leeds on 1st August 2021. Although Dean and Jamie use running in their own recovery from alcohol addiction, Recovery Runners Community welcomes anyone who is curious about, or uses, the benefits of running to recover from and manage life changing events or addictive behaviours including substance addiction, gambling, disordered eating, and mental health issues amongst others. The team working with Dean and Jamie have all been impacted by some of these issues, either personally, or through supporting friends or family. Running is the glue that holds them together, and they offer friendship, fun, and a non-judgemental running community for all. They aim to ‘heal souls with soles' and strongly believe there should be no barriers to this. They supply donated kit and trainers to those that need a start.. Contact: recoveryrunners21@gmail.com to find out more or ask any questions.

In this episode we catch up again with the team from Soar our Strength & Conditioning partners. Listen to this conversation with Alex and James as we discuss:What are the most common running related injuries and what can we do to help reduce the risk of these injuries?Why rest alone is not enough to help an injury recover.Specific strength exercise recommendation all runners should do.What is occlusion training and should you do it? And more....

In June, Team SweatElite claimed victory over 16 other teams in Eurotrip - a 400km non-stop relay run from Cologne in Germany to Strasbourg in France. EuroTrip has very few rules; teams are made up of 8 people, 2 of which must be female, there are 5 checkpoints to hit and motorways are not allowed. Teams must combine running ability, ordering and shift strategy, fuelling and wayfinding to succeed. Working alongside Precision Fuel and Hydration, Team SweatElite was made up of runners from UK, Ireland, USA, Sweden and Australia most of whom had never met before. Despite being one hour behind at one point, they pulled through hard towards the end, picked a very fast route into the finish and pipped Team Volt by 14 seconds for a dramatic finish. A fascinating episode with 4 members of the team about the physical demands of this epic event, and the logistical approach that was needed to take the team to victory in this unique event.

Doug Richards, the renowned author behind the books "Running Hot & Cold" and "Can We Run With You, Grandfather?," embarks on an extraordinary adventures as he sets his sights on running destinations all over the world. His next endeavor? Conquering a staggering distance of 24,902 miles, symbolizing the remarkable circumference of the Earth's equator. You can follow Doug on: Twitter Once Around the Planet

In this podcast episode Michelle speaks with UKRunChat community member Andrea who is embarking on an Alphabet Challenge.  The challenge started by combining travelling with running. As someone with a passion for adventure, nature and travel, it became apparent how engaging and motivating it was to combine adventure with running. Whilst it's not a new concept to run for a purpose - the tradition of going travelling in search of new things that we might lack is quite a historical concept from our ancestors. One of the most consoling aspects of travel is that we are likely to encounter nature in a way we don't see every day.  The idea of running through the alphabet meant that even if it's not far from home, it's already a journey and allows us the freedom from everyday stuff. Andrea started this challenge in Athens which makes complete sense as It's the birthplace of running and where marathon running began. Enjoy this episode andd hearing all about Andreas challenge.  You can follow Andreas adventures on Instagram

Jenna Pogue is a runner with Massey Ferguson Running Club in Coventry and her book "Running in Real Life" is a light-hearted collection of stories, anecdotes and race reports from and about real runners, that portray what running can really be like.    You can follow Jenna on:   Instagram Facebook Blog   You can see Jennas book here    

Former Head of Strength and Conditioning and Head of Learning at the English Institute of Sport, Alex has supported over 250 Olympic, Paralympic and World Championship medal winning performances. In this episode we talk to Alex about the Soar Ready to Run product and how 15 years of data has enabled the team to offer elite level, personalised strength & conditioning programs to everyone.  We also talk about plyometrics and training with injuries.  Alex Wolf Twitter Soar Twitter  Soar Instagram   

We are delighted to have returning for the second time on the UKRunChat podcast Sam and Tony Holness.  Regular listeners will remember Sam and Tony being on previously and they have both been busy since we last spoke including Sam competing at Kona, achieving a Guinness world record and running a sub 3 at London marathon! Sam has Autism and has become the world's first openly autistic athlete to conquer the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii. Enjoy this chat as Michelle hosts once again, you know you can get in touch if you would like to on info@ukrunchat.co.uk Sponsors Oladance. Sam Holness - Instagram Michelle - Instagram    

In this episode Michelle chats with Ultra Runner and Author Michiel Panhuysen. Journalist and ultrarunner Michiel Panhuysen is a multiple-time Barkley entrant, having fallen under the spell of this most enigmatic of races – and its presiding philosopher-genius organizer Lazarus Lake – in the early 2010s. On each occasion, the Barkley won. The Barkley nearly always wins. Mig is Author of In The Spell Of The Barkley that has just been translated into English.  In The Spell Of The Barkley    

Have you ever wondered what its like to be responsible for organising a large mass participation event?  As runners we've took part in them but what actually happens behind the scenes to put on an event with tens of thousands of people taking part. In this episode I speak with Jamie, Senior Operations Manager at The Great Run Company.  This is a really interesting deep dive into life on the other side of events.  If you are looking for a spring event then have a look on www.greatrun.org whose events in may include the Great Birmingham, Great Bristol and the 20th anniversary of the Great Manchester Run.  Check out Great Run events here  

In episode 67 of the UKRunChat podcast, I speak with Jason and Duncan the co-founders of our nutrition partners Rawvelo.  Jason and Duncan have created a range of plant-based sports nutrition that helps to sustain the planet as well as your performance.  This is the first of our podcasts with the team from Rawvelo.  If you have any comments or would like to get in touch you know you can on info@ukrunchat.co.uk  Follow Rawvelo on: Instagram Twitter Facebook  Web

In episode 66 of UKRunChat podcast I catch up with Will and Emma from the Challenge Events Team at Macmillan Cancer Support.  We all know the fantastic work Macmillan do and so its nice to catch up with the team to see what they have been up to and what is coming up in 2023. If you are fundraising whilst running events this year please do have a look at the fund-raising tips and tools on this page of the Macmillan website to help you with ideas on how to do so.  Find an event to fundraise for Macmillan.    

Welcome to episode #65 of the UKRunChat podcast. In this episode we welcome Alex and Josh from our new strength & conditioning partners Soar Today.  Alex and Josh have vast experience in the S&C world including being involved in 6 major championships, which includes multiple Olympic games with Team GB.  This is the first in a series of podcasts we will be recording. Listen to hear us chat about the following and more: What is Strength & Conditioning? What are the two significant factors of injury risk for runners? Why resting is not enough to prevent future injuries? You can take the free risk assessment here so you can receive your personalised report via email, so you too, can reduce your risk of injury. Follow SOAR on: Twitter Instagram

Welcome to episode 64 of the UKRunChat podcast.  In this episode I speak with Lewis Ryan.  Lewis is an ultra runner and came in the top 100 of UTMB in 2022 which was a great year for him.   Lewis also won 3 ultras including 2 course records and a marathon PB.  All this training whilst working full time and building a new business called Brewser who sponsored our event the Shrewsbury Half Marathon with a beer for all participants.  Connect with Lewis on: Instagram Twitter  Follow Brewser on: Instagram Twitter Web

In this episode our guest is Gary McKee. Gary is a fundraiser and takes on some hefty challenges to raise money for his chosen charities which includes our charity partner Macmillan Cancer Support.  You may remember last year we spoke with Gary whilst he was completing 110 marathohns in 110 days as part of Macmillans 110 year anniversary.  Gary is coming close to completing a full year of daily marathons, 365 in 365.  We recorded this last week and today he has completed day 347.  Enjoy listening to this chat with Gary and if you would llike to sponsor his incredible efforts please see the link on our social media posts. which is http://justgiving.com/threesixfive  Follow Gary on Twitter   

Todays guest is Richard Edmonds, co-founder of Runderwear. Runderwear is a premium performance underwear brand specialising in designing and creating chafe-free, blister free, seamless garments for ultimate comfort.   You can connect with Richard and the team on Their website In their Strava group  Facebook  Twitter Instagram  We are available on info@ukrunchat.co.uk if you have any comments or questions about the podcast.   

In this episode I speak with Noble Pro and Kinni Founder Stefan Van Biljon and we chat about Kinni.  Kinni is a flexible workout planner for treadmill and outdoor running.  Reasons to use Kinni: 1) Library of Athlete focused workouts. 2) Create your own totally customisable workouts. 3) Train indoor with your favourite apps. For example connect to Zwift & control the treadmill with the Kinni app. 4) Train outdoors with custom voice prompts. 5) Share and download your fit files.  Check out Kinni on: Twitter Instagram Web      

Sam is an Endurance Coach, Author and Journalist and has been writing her column in Runners World, Murphys Lore for over a decade.  Sam's latest book, Run Your Best Marathon, was published in September 2022. You can follow Sam on: Instagram Twitter Web  Run Your Best Marathon        

David is a Physiotherapist and author of Sport Injury Prevention Anatomy.  The book is a science-based overview of common sport injuries which contains exercise interventions to reduce injury risk. He was a Strength and Conditioning Coach at Creighton University for several years, which afforded him the opportunity to work with not only high level intercollegiate athletes for all sports, but also professional and Olympic athletes.  He was honoured as one of the first recipients of the NSCA's Sports Medicine Professional of the Year award (2005). National Strength and Conditioning Association which is a non profit organisation in the US which was founded in 1978. And today we are speaking about injury prevention for runners.  You can follow David on: Twitter Instagram Website Sport Injury Prevention Anatomy    

In episode 58 we chat with Tim Boote from Protein Rebel all about fuelling and specifically their new maple syrup based product.  To hear our previous episode with Tim please go to this link.   You can follow Protein Rebel on: Twitter Instagram  Facebook   

Episode #57  Tom is a professional runner who burst on to the scene when finishing 3rd in the MDS in 2017.  He is a Red Bull Partner and will be taking part in their Wings for Life World run next weekend.  To learn more about Wings for life an event where 100% OF ALL ENTRY FEES GO TO SPINAL CORD RESEARCH please go to https://www.wingsforlifeworldrun.com Tom gives some nuggets in this interview, listen out for his thoughts on: Following the process Responsibility Doing the basics well Fascinating chat with Tom, enjoy and we will see you on the next episode.   

In episode #56 I am joined by Tim Lloyd from Always Aim High events.  We talk about their upcoming events The Anglesey 10K & Half Marathon as well as some discussion about the nuts and bolts of organising a road race.  Our previous episode with Tim was in September 2021 which you can listen to here Follow Always Aim High on: Instagram  Twitter    

In this episode joining us is Nina Davies and Martin Yelling to talk all about Byrd. Byrd's - a running app that wants to challenge how we measure progress and support a less judgemental, less competitive approach.  Byrd have recently launched their new app and you can find out more about them www.byrd.run You can connect with Nina on Byrd on: Twitter  Instagram You can connect with Martin on: Twitter Instagram

In podcast #54 we speak with Michelle and Louise from Canicross Conversations. You can connect with Michelle and Louise on the links below and find out more on their website.  Web Michelle  Twitter Instagram Louise Twitter Instagram       

Chas Newkey-Burden is a running fanatic who has run at hundreds of events including marathons, half-marathons and over 100 parkruns. He writes about running for The Guardian, Daily Telegraph, Metro and The i, and has contributed to Runner's World and Men's Health. He is the author of several books, including Running: Cheaper Than Therapy and his new book The Runner's Code: The Unwritten Rules of Everyday Running was released on 14th Oct. 2021. You can follow Chas on: Instagram Twitter    

In episode 52 we have guest host Stuart Gordon from All About Balance speaking with Brian Wood. Stuart is our second guest host following Prof Andy Lanes conversation recently with Greg Whyte.  Stuart, Sports Therapist of 30 years in this interview is giving Brian treatment on day 23 of his 25 marathons in 25 days, part of his “The Ultimate Sacrifice Challenge”.   Brian was awarded the military cross, one of Britains highest military awards for gallantry, his real-life story "Danny Boy" is available now on BBC iPlayer. You can read all about this challenge on the links below and you can connect with both Brian and Stuart on the following: Brian  Instagram Twitter  Web If you would like to donate to Brians challenge you can do so on this link Stuart  Instagram Twitter  Web  

In episode 51 I chat with Jamie McDonald AKA Adventureman!  Jamie is a serial adventurer and fundraiser  and his accomplishments include: Cycling 14000 miles from Bangkok to Gloucester, Static cycling world record. Solo run across Canada. Solo run across America. Treadmill world record. Jamie won a Pride of Britain award in 2019 for Fundraiser of the year. His new book Adventureman: Running America: A Glimmer of Hope: 5,500 Miles Across the USA is available now having been published in august.  Connect with Jamie: Web Twitter  Instagram Adventureman: Running America by Jamie McDonald (Summersdale, £9.99) is available from all good book retailers https://bit.ly/AdventuremanJMcD

In episode 50 we welcome back Stuart, Sports Therapist of over 30 years, from All About Balance UK. Stuart is the UK Distributor of Barefoot Science insoles, an in-shoe training system that strengthens your feet and improves your balance the instant you fit them into your shoes. In this episode we cover injury advice from questions taken from the #UKRunChat community. To listen to our previous podcasts with Stuart click the below: With Dr Peter Gorman  With Dr Susie Cooper  You can connect with Stuart on: Instagram Twitter  

In episode #49 I speak with Elise Downing, Author of Coasting.  Elise ran 5000 miles around Britain and Coasting is her memoir of the journey.  Just six months after coming up with the idea to do this Elise set off with no ultra-running experience at all!  Coasting: Running Around the Coast of Britain - Life, Love and (very) Loose plans is out now. Connect with Elise on:   Twitter Publisher: Summersdale Publishers 

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes when you are charity of the year for an event like London Marathon?  Alex and Izzie give us an insight in to the last two years, what its been like for Macmillan Cancer Support as charity of the year and tell us all about the things they are busy doing this week!  Enjoy this and see you all on next weeks episode.  

Tim is one of the founders of always Aim High a fantastic events company based in North Wales that organise events like the Snowdon Trail Marathon.  Tim is a former Olympic Skier, he is a full time firefighter and we chat all about his journey and how he came to be putting on the wonderful events at Always Aim High.  You can learn more and interact with the team on: Website Instagram  Twitter