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He hit the wall at his first Mumbai Marathon in 2013. Walked the last 10 kilometers. Finished in 4:02. And came home thinking — I can do better.Thirteen years later, Vijayraghavan Venugopal — known as ViRa — has run sub-3 thirteen times, completed all six World Marathon Majors, and clocked a personal best of 2:47:17 at Cape Town in 2026.In Episode 257 of Run with Fitpage, Vikas sits down with ViRa for a detailed conversation about what it actually takes to go from a 4:02 first-timer to one of India's most consistent sub-3 marathon runners over 13 years of learning, failing, and coming back stronger.In this episode we covered:➝ Growing up in Kerala in the golden era of Indian athletics — and why cricket became his sport when football and athletics felt out of reach➝ His first marathon at Mumbai 2013 — the wall at Haji Ali, the walk home, and the one decision that changed everything➝ How he went from 4:02 to 3:31 in five months using a single book — Run Less Run Faster➝ The only marathon he ever won — Spice Coast 2015 — and why a police escort to the finish line changed what he believed was possible➝ Paris 2016 — how he broke sub-3 for the first time without even planning to➝ New York 2019 — buying a Vaporfly three days before the race to compensate for a lack of confidence — and what happened next➝ The L4-L5 disc extrusion that almost ended his running — and the six-month rebuild that followed➝ What 20 days in Kenya in 2023 taught him about running that 10 years of training could not➝ How he restructured everything after 2022 — strength training, easy runs, mileage, sleep, nutrition — and why the results finally showed up in 2024 and 2025➝ Four marathons in 14 months at 50 — London, New York, Mumbai, Cape Town — and what comes nextAbout Vikas Singh:Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:Instagram: @vikas_singhhLinkedIn: Vikas SinghTwitter: @vikashsingh101Subscribe To Our Newsletter For Weekly Nuggets of Knowledge!
In this episode, we're breaking down how to train smarter through the summer so you gain heat adaptations and set yourself up for stronger, faster racing this fall. We'll dive into the science behind heat training, why running by effort matters, and practical strategies to help you stay consistent without burning out.You'll learn:- Why your pace naturally slows in the heat and why that's completely normal- How heat acclimation can improve endurance performance and cardiovascular fitness- Why summer is the perfect time to build your aerobic base- Tips to make summer running more enjoyable and sustainable- How to adjust your training when temperatures rise- Why shorter, faster workouts like hill repeats, 200s, 400s, and fartlek sessions can be incredibly effective during the summer months- Fueling and hydration strategies to support performance and recovery- How smart summer training lays the foundation for fall marathon and half marathon personal bestsNeed a strength or running plan? Train with me on the Commit App! Start your 7-day free trial. Follow along for more running tips, strength training, and endurance coaching: @melissa_kendter
It's a bit of a rambling episode this week, but both hosts are noticeably more upbeat, and it won't be long before they're uploading runs to Strava again. We cover cross‑training, breastfeeding while training, pleasuring yourself (yes… that happened), and the all‑important question, who would be your dream pacer in a race.There are loads of competitions happening over on Instagram right now, so make sure you check out the Tea & Trails account for your chance to win big.We've also had some seriously impressive running in the Strava club, a cheeky Heavy Flex, and a podium‑finishing Tales from the Trails to round things off.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEASUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gbBEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order.https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/PAmERmkwPealContent contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Yellow Belly Ultra - https://yellowbellyultras.co.uk/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Africa Melane speaks to Vincent de Jager from Vincent de Jager Personal Training about why recovery is the missing link in most training plans. From sleep and hydration to active recovery and managing intensity, the conversation explores how athletes can improve performance by allowing the body time to adapt, rebuild, and come back stronger. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane For more about the show click https://buff.ly/XHry7eQ and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/XJ10LBU Listen live on weekdays between 04:00 and 06:00 (SA Time) to the Early Breakfast with Africa Melane broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3N Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Even though Eddie and Gary are on the rebuild, they're still somehow busier than a Greggs on match day. Gary's had a short stay in the comparison trap, but a chance encounter with a real‑life hero gave him the reality check he needed.Both hosts also find themselves openly thirsting over an A‑list movie star. Zero shame from both. We also sing the praises of the humble home gym. We're not talking squat racks. We mean the trusty dumbbell, a couple of resistance bands, and a yoga mat.And to round things off, the coaches chat about the simple brilliance of taking a map out on the trails. Old‑school. Reliable and it doesn't run out of battery halfway up a mountain.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEASUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gbBEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order.https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/mtOmrcHyImJoContent contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week we're sharing the mics with friend of the show Katie Kaars-Sijpesteijn. A Salomon and GB athlete, Katie has lined up, and podiumed, at some of the most competitive races out there.But the last 12 months have taken her down a very different path as she chased a sub‑3 road marathon. Not exactly the classic tune‑up for UTS by UTMB 100K, yet it clearly worked… because she stormed her way to 2nd place in a seriously stacked field.We chat about her recent races, the unconventional build‑up, and her journey back to racing as a mother of two young children.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEASUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gbBEARHUG - Click the link to receive 15% off your order.https://getabearhug.avln.me/c/mtOmrcHyImJoContent contains affiliate links which help support this channel at no cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Run The Wild - https://runthewild.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Ten years ago, Gary popped his 100‑mile cherry on the Cleveland Way. Countless miles have been covered between then and now, but after a bit of refocusing found himself back on a start line, this time for the Hardmoors 200.Starting in Hull, the route winds through wooded slopes, over rolling hills, and down into deep valleys, before eventually climbing onto the northern escarpment and dropping toward the final stretch of the Wolds Way. At Filey you join the stunning 110‑mile Cleveland Way National Trail.Over the course of the weekend, Gary's race evolved from simply getting the job done to suddenly finding himself in pole position… and then hanging on for dear life as the pack closed in.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEASUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gbASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week, Gary is back from a very successful Hardmoors 200. It's not our full recap, but he shares some thoughts and takeaways from the whole 200 mile experience, and it's fair to say his emotions are easily triggered right now. Eddie is still on the injury bench, which is rough. Small gains, but sad times for our Eddie.The coaches tackle a listener question from someone who wants to become a coach, and we chat through what recovery can look like after a big race.This bumper episode also has Birthday Shout‑outs, Heavy Flexes, Tales from the Trails, and another incredible Strava Club.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEASUNGOD - Use code TEA15 for 15% off your order - https://www.sungod.co/en-gbASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
We're incredibly lucky this week to share the mics with a true legend of our sport. Kim Collison has taken on, and completed, some of the UK's roughest, toughest challenges. And it's not all about going long either. He's just as happy toeing the line at a local fell race.Kim joins us to talk about his recent Lakes, Meres & Waters record‑breaking run, but the conversation wanders beautifully through all sorts of topics, nutrition, training, how he picks his challenges and even his journey with cholesterol medication. Kim's not someone who seeks the limelight, so it felt like a real treat, for us and for you listening, that he said yes to our persistent DMs.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
It's finally here. The training is done, the excuses are gone, and Gary, along with a whole crew of wonderfully stubborn athletes, is about to set off on an adventure that will push every limit they've got. There'll be moments of doubt, a few questionable life choices, and probably more than one internal conversation about retiring from running altogether.But there will also be magic. A full weekend of grit, laughter, memories, and people proving, yet again, that what seems impossible is absolutely within reach.Click to TrackHARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week we're joined by physics teacher and West Highland Way – Great Glen FKT holder, Freya Shepherd.It's an incredible story of learning, grit and resilience. After her first attempt ended early at Fort William, Freya dusted herself off, rallied an army of friends and family, and went back out to complete the full 175‑mile journey in 2 days, 15 hours, 43 minutes and 16 seconds.She talks us through the highs, the lows, the wobbly moments, the hallucinations, the power of community, and of course, every snack that kept her moving forward.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast, Gary squeezed in a Bob Graham support and a race. Not exactly the textbook taper, but he had such a cracking weekend and wouldn't change a thing. And unbelievably, after all those months of graft, the Hardmoors 200 is now just one week away.Meanwhile, Eddie is on the injury bench with a herniated disc flare‑up. Grim timing as she gears up for the Spine, and we're all crossing fingers and toes it doesn't keep her off the trails for long.The coaches dig into a great listener question about bonking late in The Lap Ultra, what went wrong, what to learn, and how to avoid that death‑march shuffle next time.And finally, Eddie and Gary chew the fat about an absolutely wild Cocodona 250, including a sensational run from Precision Fuel & Hydration athlete Rachel Entrekin. Truly incredible stuff.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
We are so lucky to bring you the brilliant Stu Edwards this week. Stu is part of the team behind the Reverse London Marathon, and if you're wondering what that is, you're in for a treat. It's an incredible community who gather in Trafalgar Square the night before the London Marathon and run the entire route in reverse.It's a magical way to see the city at night, and it's all wrapped up in some seriously impressive fundraising.Stu brought huge energy to our chat, and his enthusiasm shone through from start to finish.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast we're talking all things Stair Stepper, how to use it, when to use it. Neither Gary nor Eddie are exactly Stepper superfans, but we know plenty of you swear by it for your vert, so we're diving in.Eddie also pops on her coaching hat to chat about the classic back‑to‑back long run versus Gary's preferred method: the double… but absolutely not back‑to‑back long runs.We also cast our eyes across the pond for a pinch of inspiration from the mighty Cocodona 250!Meanwhile, another week of Hardmoors 200 and Spine Race training is in the bank, and you lot have been absolutely smashing it over on Strava, big miles, big races, big energy. We've got a cracking Tales from the Trail and a Heavy Flex lined up too.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Most runners focus on training mileage, but the real performance breakthrough happens in the days before the race. Recovery is not a passive process. It is an active, intentional strategy that determines how your body adapts, stores energy, and performs under pressure. In the lead-up to the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, understanding how to taper correctly, fuel effectively, and manage your nervous system can be the difference between hitting the wall and finishing strong. This is the phase where smart runners separate themselves from the rest. Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins Africa Melane to unpack the critical role of recovery before race day. With insights grounded in endurance training, stress physiology, and real-world racing experience, she explains how to manage taper anxiety, optimise sleep, and avoid common mistakes that leave runners fatigued before they even start. If you want to feel prepared, powerful, and mentally sharp on race day, this is the guidance you cannot afford to miss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we sit down with the very talented, and equally humble, Barney Plummer. The Helm Hill athlete has been making serious waves on the UK trail scene, stacking up wins and course records at some of the country's most competitive races. It was his first time on Tea & Trails, which meant the conversation wandered a bit... Boat crashes, tea etiquette, road marathons, The Lap, The 13 Valleys Ultra, Old County Tops, and of course his incredible victory at the 2026 Fellsman. https://fellsman.org.uk/Pic Credit - @andymiltonphotographyHARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week, we're joined by inov‑8 ambassador James Gibson, it's his very first time on the show. So we take the chance to hear how he found his way into running, and how the high fells became his happy place.In recent years he's completed some of the UK's toughest mountain challenges, including a winter Double Bob Graham Round, if that wasn't enough, he's also set a record on the Double Paddy Buckley Round.We chat through both of these enormous winter efforts, what drew him to them, how he prepared, and what it actually feels like to push through two full rounds back‑to‑back when most people would be calling it a day after one.Despite these world‑class performances, James remains famously low‑key. He's a running coach, a Mountain Leader, and someone who has spent years guiding people up Scafell Pike and across the Lakeland fells. That background, long days on the hills, carrying weight, moving steadily through rough ground has shaped him into the resilient, quietly determined athlete he is today.https://www.jamesgibsoncoaching.co.uk/Pic Credit - Jamie Rutherford @jmruther4dHARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Both hosts are feeling a bit bruised this week. Gary's wrestling with the mental load & that feeling when training somehow leaks into every corner of your life, and Eddie's running on fumes, her usually eternal mojo having wandered off for a little holiday. Thankfully, you lot are bringing the inspiration with some absolutely mind‑blowing Strava updates.Fueling for a road marathon has been a hot topic lately, so we're diving in with some tips and the strategies that have actually worked for us over the years.And in this week's Tales from the Trails, things get emotional. Listener Colin Young shares a beautiful, heavy flex tribute to David Parish, who sadly passed away recently. It's heartfelt, powerful, and a reminder of the incredible community we're lucky to be part of.And good news, our friends at Protein Rebel are supplying the prize for April's competition. Tune in for all the details.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
In this special milestone episode of Run with Fitpage, we celebrate our 250th episode with an in-depth conversation on one of the most misunderstood aspects of running — fatigue.Joining us is Prof Philipp Baumert, an expert in exercise physiology and injury prevention. He breaks down the science behind why runners feel tired, why performance drops, and what actually happens inside the body during long runs particularly marathons.From central fatigue (brain-driven) to peripheral fatigue (muscle-level), this episode explores how your body regulates effort, why some runners recover faster than others, and what leads to that dreaded moment of hitting the wall.What You'll Learn in This Episode• What fatigue really is (beyond just “feeling tired”)• Difference between central, peripheral & mental fatigue• Why runners hit the wall after 30–35 km• How fueling strategy impacts performance• The importance of strength training for runners• How long fatigue actually lasts in the body• Smart ways to recover after a marathonRead more from his research here: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=PjIJ2ZcAAAAJ&hl=enAbout Vikas Singh:Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:Instagram: @vikas_singhhLinkedIn: Vikas SinghTwitter: @vikashsingh101Subscribe To Our Newsletter For Weekly Nuggets of Knowledge!
Join us as we broadcast live from the Boston Marathon Fan Fest presented by Dicks Sporting Good's from Boston City Hall Plaza, capturing the spirit, stories, and camaraderie that make marathon weekend unforgettable. This episode features inspiring runner stories, exclusive insights into the Boston Bulldogs recovery community, and a celebration of the Boston Marathon's rich culture and community bonds.Key Topics:The making of Fan Fest: behind the scenes and memorable momentsStories of growth, recovery, and community from Boston Bulldogs membersThe journey of Dan and Conan from the Boston Bulldogs – mental health and recovery through runningLove stories: Conan meeting his wife Megan and shared relationships in the running communityFundraising for Dana Farber and the impact of Team Skinny PigUnique marathon experiences: Forrest Gump tribute, running in old-school shoes, and race day tipsLocal Boston favorites: Fenway, the Garden, Freedom Trail, and intimate town stories like GloucesterRace day advice: how to enjoy every moment and smile through the challengeExciting upcoming races: plans for London, Berlin, Tokyo, and beyondChapters00:00 Welcome to the Boston Marathon Fan Fest03:29 Introducing the Bearded Runner and Conan05:40 Conan's Journey with the Boston Bulldogs09:29 Dan's Transformation and the Bulldogs' Impact13:18 Finding Love and Community in Recovery18:57 Dan's Forrest Gump Marathon Experience31:59 Creativity and Fun Without Alcohol36:48 Boston Marathon Weekend Activities43:33 Jess's Journey to the Boston Marathon51:05 Team Skinny Pig: A Mission of Hope01:01:38 The Six Star Journey Begins01:06:40 Preparing for the Boston Marathon01:13:14 Team Skinny Pig and Community Support01:20:35 Fundraising Insights and Strategies01:29:52 Advice for Boston Marathon RunnersStrava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.comDon't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!
This week, we're joined by Kitty‑Leigh Oxley for a deep dive into the 2026 Community Traverse. The Community Traverse is a race with an extraordinary story, born from the ashes of the cancelled Northern Traverse, it became a shining example of what happens when community takes action.Kitty, David, and a band of loyal and dedicated volunteers pulled together at short notice, some even giving up their own race so others could still experience the magic of the Wainwrights Coast‑to‑Coast National Trail.We chat about the seed of the idea, how it grew into a fully-fledged event, the joy of making it happen, and what exciting plans are already brewing for 2027.https://communitytraverse.co.uk/HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Another big week on the trails for our not so dynamic duo. Gary treated himself to a jaunt along the Yorkshire coast & Eddie is getting very familiar with her big, heavy Spine Race pack…The coaches dive into the world of AI training apps, what they're good for & what they're not.Gary and Eddie also tackle the age‑old question, what trail running kit do you actually need? Spoiler, it's less than you think, unless you're Eddie, in which case it's apparently everything that fits in a Ultimate Direction packWe've got another sensational Strava Club, plus a nail‑biting Lakeland 100 Tale from the Trail.And good news, our friends at Protein Rebel are supplying the prize for April's competition. Tune in for all the details.HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Today we're sharing the mics with the brilliant Sophie Power, British ultrarunner, Guinness World Record holder, and a leading voice for women in sport.We cover a lot of ground in this one: going viral at UTMB, the origins of She Races, the brand‑new She Races Trail Series, and her inspiring new book The Power Within. And of course, because it's Tea & Trails, we don't shy away from the big, important questions… like what's Sophie's go‑to trail snack.It's an episode packed with laughter, honesty, and a healthy dose of inspiration. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Sophie Power!https://www.sophiepower.com/https://www.sheraces.com/https://www.sheracestrailseries.com/HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails30 to receive 30% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Did someone say Montane Summer Spine Challenger North? Eddie has plugged that Northern Traverse shaped hole in her life with another epic northern challenge. Roll on June.Not to be outdone, Gary's been busy entering races too. He'll be on the start line for the 5 and 2 Valleys in September, hoping to join the very small club of runners who've completed all the distances.We chat about how we fuel our long runs, and Eddie shares some cracking wisdom on weaving cycling into your training.And good news, our friends at Protein Rebel are supplying the prize for April's competition. Tune in for all the details.Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEAASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails20 to receive 20% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Fi Pascall joins us this week for a wide‑ranging chat about Fell & Trail Running. Fresh off her record breaking win at the Centurion 100 Hills Ultra, Fi is deep into her build‑up for the 2026 Western States 100. Before then, she'll also be on the start line at Lake Sonoma.We cover everything from the Bob Graham Round and the George Fisher Tea Round to training, Western States 2025, and her plans for Western 2026.Pic Credit - Centurion RunningLinks to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails20 to receive 20% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Welcome back to Run with Fitpage!As the 130th Boston Marathon approaches on April 20, 2026, we are bringing back one of our most cherished conversations — our episode with Jack Fultz, the 1976 Boston Marathon champion.This year marks the Golden Jubilee of Jack Fultz's legendary victory — 50 years since one of the most iconic and grueling races in marathon history. On that day, temperatures had already crossed 100 degrees an hour before the noon start. Spectators lined the course with garden hoses to cool down the runners, earning the race its legendary name, "The Run for the Hoses." With fewer than 40 percent of the 1,898 starters managing to finish, Jack held his composure, took the lead with six miles to go, and never looked back, finishing in 2:20:19 to become only the 5th American to win Boston since World War II.In this episode, Jack takes us deep into his race strategy, his mindset, and the lessons he learned from running one of the most brutal marathons in history. He shares the fascinating insight that viewing other runners as allies rather than opponents was one of the key reasons behind his victory. Post his running career, Jack has coached the Dana Farber Institute Boston Marathon team and spent nearly 30 years teaching sports psychology at Tufts University, making him one of the most thoughtful voices on what it truly takes to run and winIf you are an Indian runner heading to Boston this April, or a runner anywhere in the world gearing up for your biggest race yet, this conversation is one you cannot afford to miss. From race strategy and pacing to the mental side of running 26.2 miles, Jack covers it all — and every word of it is as relevant today as it was 50 years ago.Whether you are toeing the start line in Hopkinton this April, chasing a personal best, or simply a lover of the sport, this episode is a masterclass in racing smart, staying mentally strong, and finding meaning in every mile.About Vikas Singh:Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:Instagram: @vikas_singhhLinkedIn: Vikas SinghTwitter: @vikashsingh101Subscribe To Our Newsletter For Weekly Nuggets of Knowledge!
This week we're talking about rest days & why they matter, why they're so hard to take, and why your body (and your future self) will be grateful when you finally ease off the gas.There's big news in the running world too. London Marathon are considering a Saturday and Sunday marathon. We share our thoughts… is this fun times or sad times?Brew with the Coaches is back. If you're diving into the bushes every time you head out for a run, you're not alone. It's a common problem, and our coaches tackle the sensitive subject with plenty of care, and hopefully some helpful advice.Both Eddie and Gary had huge days out in the Lakes this week. They, along with the Northern Traverse runners, got absolutely battered by the weather. The DOMS are very, very real.And as always, you lot have been busy. Our STRAVA club continues to be the daily dose of inspiration we all need.Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TATP10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zASCEND APP - Use code TeaandTrails20 to receive 20% off a monthly subscription.https://ascendtrailapp.avln.me/c/MOwNWISPDOwiSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEARUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILPOD15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Kriss Hendy joins us for a deep dive into building endurance performance. As the founder of Strength For Endurance, Kriss has spent years helping athletes build bodies that don't just survive big adventures but thrive through them.We chat about building durable runners, why strength work doesn't have to be scary, and how to stop breaking yourself before race day. Expect practical advice, a few home truths, and plenty of laughs along the way.https://www.strengthforendurance.com/Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEARUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILPOD15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, Eddie is on the hunt for a new race to fill the Northern Traverse‑shaped hole in her calendar, and Gary has been back on the start line, this time proudly wearing the blue and white of division 3 champions, Sedgefield Harriers.The hosts also share how they fuel their week. Spoiler: it involves a lot of snacks.Our listeners are absolutely smashing it over on Strava, and the coaches tackle one of the most common questions they get asked: How do I train for a hilly ultra when I only have access to a treadmill?Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zSTRAVA - Use code TEA for 20% off an annual membership - #StravaPartner #Adhttps://www.strava.com/subscribe/checkout?code=TEARUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILPOD15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
We welcome Alliston Yamamoto to the podcast for a fun episode were we explore the fascinating world of marathon running, cheerleading, and learn about Code Red with our amazing guest, Allison. Discover tips for race day, training insights, and fun stories that will inspire and entertain every runner and sports enthusiast. In this episode, Allison Yamamoto shares her journey through cheerleading, her deep dive into REDs (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), and her mission to raise awareness and support for women facing menstrual health issues related to athletic performance.During the Tros Erika recapped a cold Eastern States 20 milers. We have some fun with Chuck Norris Memes, JT brought sexy back to the jail cell and we get pumped for March Madness and Boston Weeks.Chapters00:00 Intro | Eastern States 20 Miler 07:01 Chuck Norris11:43 Introducing Allison Yamamoto17:23 Experiencing the New York City Marathon26:18 Food and Recovery After the Marathon37:12 Allison's Journey: From Childhood to Running Passion48:50 The Code Red Experience: Understanding Menstrual Health55:17 The Impact of Missing Periods on Female Athletes01:03:17 The Broader Implications of Low Energy Availability01:14:19 Bridging the Gap: Awareness and Accessibility in Athlete Health01:16:56 The Importance of Preventative Health in Athletics01:19:57 Elevator Pitch: Spreading Awareness on REDs01:22:58 Final Thoughts: The Future of Athlete Support and Community Engagement01:33:20 Outro01:37:02 March Madness and Race Medals01:40:00 Justin Timberlake's DUI Incident01:42:33 Tapering for Upcoming Races01:44:50 Team Hoyt Taper Race Announcement01:45:54 Excitement for Boston WeeksAllison's InstagramAllison's linksTeam Hoyt Taper - 25% off CODE BROWNMain TopicsThe importance of recognizing and supporting Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs)Personal stories from New York and Boston marathons, including course nuances and logistical tipsThe intersection of cheerleading, performance, and systemic health signsAlison's journey through cheer, running, and developing her interdisciplinary health programHumorous banter about Chuck Norris, Justin Timberlake, and viral TikTok jokesKey InsightsOvertraining and underfueling lead to systemic issues like hormone suppression and risk of stress fracturesThe significance of listening to body signals beyond just menstrual health, including mood and energy levelsPractical advice for marathon day, including course elevation awareness and final recovery tipsAlison's mission to democratize access to holistic health support for female athletesThe value of sleep, rest, and proper nutrition as foundational to performaStrava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.comDon't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!
After Gary's cracking day out at the Punk Panther Welcome Way Ultra, we thought it was only right to sit down with the masterminds behind the miles. Race directors Mark and Ryk join us to peak behind the curtain on what it really takes to organise some of the most stunning events in the county.Punk Panther have built their reputation on classic, low‑key, community‑driven races, the kind that remind you exactly why we love trail running. And with distances ranging from 5k to a full on 50‑mile epic adventure, there's genuinely something for everyone.Follow the link below to find out more!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week, Eddie and Gary share their thoughts after the news that Ourea Events have ceased trading, a truly desperate situation for everyone involved. Gary felt the love with the Punk Panthers. Spoiler, he absolutly loved his time on the trails around Otley.The coaches tackle a triple‑whammy question from a listener down under: how to run downhill faster, coping with the heat, and dealing with grumpy knees.Our community brings the joy as always, with an inspirational Strava Club update, tales from the trails, and a belated Mother's Day shout‑out.And with the Northern Traverse no longer going ahead, we thought it was the perfect moment to chat about how to choose your next race.And finally, you could be in with a chance of winning a waterproof jacket, thanks to our friends at Harrier Trail Running!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Happy St. Patrick's DayWe're LIVE in Portsmouth, New Hampshire in the Beer Garden for this years running of the St. Paddy's 5k and 10k from Paddy's American Bar and Grill.Join us for this lively episode recorded at the Millennium Running St. Patty's 5K & 10K in Portsmouth, New Hampshire! We celebrate community stories, race memories, and the spirit of fun that makes neighborhood races special—plus some fun facts about St. Patrick's Day, Blind Rankings and some amazing people!Chapters00:00 Welcome to the OS1st Millennium Running St. Paddy's 5K/10K09:25 Heather and Biranna19:12 Richard from Dracut28:36 Steph Mrs. 30537:39 Cam the Volunteer44:44 Jennifer Hubbell | NH Grils on the Run57:40 St. Patrick Blind Rankings01:01:17 Amanda Burr01:06:37 Tom Raffio from Delta Dental01:14:56 Steve Groulx01:20:37 Stephanie Burnham and Mary Klene01:30:24 Cat Brown and Clint Sweet01:44:53 Jeremy Woodward and Jeff Tobine01:57:07 Wrap-Up and Future PlansThank you to the entire Millennium Running Team and everyone who stopped by the podcast booth.Millennium RunningOS 1st Paddy's American GrilleStrava GroupLinktree - Find everything hereInstagram - Follow us on the gram YouTube - Subscribe to our channel Patreon - Support usThreadsEmail us at OnTheRunsPod@gmail.com Don't Fear The Code Brown and Don't Forget To Stretch!
This week we hand the mic to Paul Booth, Sports and Performance Nutritionist and Lead Nutritionist for the Salomon International Team. Paul has played a huge role in the success of elite trail runners like Ruth Croft and Tom Evans, both of whom stormed to victory at the 2025 UTMB.He's an academic, yes, but thankfully he speaks human. Even we managed to take on board some brilliant, practical advice to make training and racing a little kinder on the gut.We loved this chat, and if you're someone who regularly battles nausea, bloating, or the dreaded dash to the bushes, you might find it genuinely helpful too. And if you know a running mate who spends a bit too much time negotiating with their stomach instead of enjoying the trails, please give it a share.Paul's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ultra.endurance.nutritionist/Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you.Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HEREHardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week we have another jam packed Tea & Trails podcast. First up we catch up with Eddie & Gary and the spill the beans on another week of training. Is it more tears of fun times on the trails?The coaches then dive into the sensitive topic of running while grieving a loved one, before Eddie and Gary share some of the tips and tricks that help them juggle family, work, and training.And finally, you could be in with a chance of winning a waterproof jacket, thanks to our friends at Harrier Trail Running.Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
More Northern Traverse training, and Gary is starting to feel the strain. The trails are stunning enough to make the miles drift by, but the sheer volume—and the constant need to stay upright, are beginning to take their toll.Our coaches chip in with some wisdom on running when you're a new parent (spoiler: sleep is a luxury, snacks are a currency). Our Strava club members continue to be inspiring, and we chat about how to nail the taper before our A‑race.And finally, you could be in with a chance of winning a waterproof jacket courtesy of our friends at Harrier Trail Running.Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week's guest is Antony “Twig” Rose, in 2025, Twig completed the Centurion 100‑mile Slam and the Centurion Winter Downs 100, stacking up an astonishing five 100‑mile races in a single year. He achieved all of it while living with Parkinson's disease.A dedicated runner who refuses to let his diagnosis set the boundaries of his life, Twig brings honesty, humour, and determination to every mile and why showing up matters more than ever.Web blog: https://puckfarkinsons.uk/ Fundraiser: https://www.givewheel.com/fundraising/5606/100-mile-grand-slam-thats-4-x-100-miles/ Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Another week closer to the 2026 Northern Traverse, and Eddie and Gary are deep in the trenches of training, some days fun times, some days sad times, all of it inching them forward. Listeners are in the thick of their own big‑race prep too, including one brave soul wondering whether you can smash a road marathon and then step up to an ultra. Winter bugs are everywhere as well, and everyone seems to be sniffling through their long runs. When should you ease off, and when is it fine to crack on? Eddie and Gary share what's worked for them.Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for supporting our February competition. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week we catch up with The North Face athlete, Jon Albon, one of the most versatile and consistent endurance athletes on the planet. We look back on his huge 2025 season, dig into what he's building toward in 2026, and then take a deep dive into Gary's new best friend: The Albon App… or Ascend, as it's now known after the recent rebrand.Jon brings his trademark clarity & humility. Whether you're a mountain runner, an OCR die‑hard, or just someone who loves hearing from athletes who truly get it, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and a few surprises!Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for supporting our February competition. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, the team dive into their weekly highs and lows as the Northern Traverse edges ever closer. Our coaching corner features some sage guidance for a listener gearing up for the 2026 Lakeland 100, and Eddie and Gary open up about what really helps them stay consistent and keep showing up day after day.We also celebrate the miles our Strava Club members have been stacking up, and, as always, we've got a brilliant listener Tales from the Trails to round things off.Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for supporting our February competition. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Today's guest is in the midst of an extraordinary adventure: the Run Around Great Britain challenge, a human‑powered loop of the entire coastline. It's part endurance feat and part love letter to the country. We catch up with Megan Boxall 117 days into her journey. She talks us through the mishaps, the coastlines, the kindness of strangers, and the moments that make big adventures feel deeply human. She's well over halfway now, but still so much to explore.Pic Credit - Ross Taylorhttps://www.justgiving.com/page/megan-boxall-run-britain?newPage=trueThanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for supporting our February competition. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast, Gary goes rogue and wanders off his training plan, while Eddie spills the beans on the Trailspire Ultra 6‑Hour endurance event. The coaches step in to help a listener battling a torn meniscus knee injury, and we share the simple routines that helped us bounce back quickly after our own recent races. Tales from the Trails and Strava continue to deliver the inspiration we all need, and we round things off with a Rhino‑themed Heavy Flex!Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for supporting our February competition. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPCenturion Running - Use code TEAANDTRAILS10 to receive 10% off all ordershttps://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/*Excluding Sale ItemsContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
In this episode, we sit down with HOKA athlete Gemma Hillier‑Moses, fresh off her dominant win at the 2026 Arc of Attrition 50 by UTMB, a performance built on speed, strength, and grit across those wild, muddy coastal trails.Gemma's energy is infectious! This conversation is full of honesty, humour, and proper inspiration as she opens up about the highs and lows of her journey so far, what she's learned along the way, and what's brewing for the rest of 2026 and beyond.Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for supporting our February competition. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPCenturion Running - Use code TEAANDTRAILS10 to receive 10% off all ordershttps://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/*Excluding Sale ItemsContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
In this special guest episode, my past client Alicia and I talk about some common mistakes women make when trying to recover from Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and her own personal success story in how she got it back in under 3 months!If you feel like you have tried it all to get your period back and are looking for more 1:1 support to help you in your own journey, apply for Nourished to Thrive 1:1 coaching below to get started:APPLY FOR NOURISHED TO THRIVEFollow Emily on IGConnect with Alicia
What a crammed week it's been! The National Running Show was an absolute blast, and it was brilliant meeting so many listeners in person. Huge kudos to the Altra 13 Valleys team for pulling it all together.Meanwhile, Gary had his own bit of drama to deal with as he toed the line at the Hardmoors Saltburn Trails Marathon. Could he outrun his 2014 self, and did he manage to bag that V50 win?Our coaches are on hand with some much‑needed footwear wisdom, and we share our top tip for taking on a big scary goal without letting it swallow you whole.And of course, another sensational week over on Strava, and as always, we're celebrating your tales from the trails.Thanks to Precision Fuel & Hydration for supporting our February competition. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPCenturion Running - Use code TEAANDTRAILS10 to receive 10% off all ordershttps://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/*Excluding Sale ItemsContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Jade Barrett has just pulled off something no one else has ever managed, completing the entire Centurion Running calendar in a single year. Every. Single. Event. And because that apparently wasn't quite enough, she also squeezed in the Arc of Attrition for good measure! In our chat, we dive into the highs, the lows, the moments that nearly broke her, and the ones that reminded her exactly why she does this. And with her 2026 already looking absolutely packed, you'll be seeing her on the start lines of both the Northern Traverse and the Lakeland 100.Thanks to Fenix Light UK, Voom & Altra 13 Valleys for supporting our January competitions. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPCenturion Running - Use code TEAANDTRAILS10 to receive 10% off all ordershttps://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/*Excluding Sale ItemsContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week the hosts spill the beans on their epic Northern Traverse recces. From the Lakeland mountains to the Dales, the Moors, and the sea, the Northern Traverse really does have it all. We also break down how we set our recces up for success, so you can get the most out of yours.If our tales of fun on the trails get your juices flowing, don't forget that Patreons receive 10% off the Northern Traverse and all Ourea Events races.And the big question keeps coming up, how do you train for the hills when you don't actually live near any hills? The coaches have your back. Plus, a listener shares an awesome fundraising story in this week's Tales from the Trails!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPCenturion Running - Use code TEAANDTRAILS10 to receive 10% off all ordershttps://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/Content may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Thanks for the intro Jed!In this episode, we are joined by the brilliant Tonya Olson, one of the leading experts behind Fixing Your Feet, the go‑to guide for anyone who's ever limped through the last miles of a race wondering where it all went wrong.Tonya has spent years helping athletes understand the art and science of foot care: from blister prevention and taping techniques to shoe choices and the tiny mistakes that turn into big problems on race day.If you've ever finished a long run with hot spots, mystery aches, or feet that look like they've been through a small war, this conversation is going to change your running life.Tonya's Linktree - https://linktr.ee/tonyakolsondpt?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=2053ef99-5813-4d4e-b565-0d93f16c8639Thanks to Fenix Light UK, Voom & Altra 13 Valleys for supporting our January competitions. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your order.https://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPCenturion Running - Use code TEAANDTRAILS10 to receive 10% off all ordershttps://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/*Excluding Sale ItemsContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, Eddie and Gary share the tips and tricks that keep them going when training and racing get tough. There's a Lakeland 100–themed Brew With the Coaches question, plus an update on how their own training is shaping up as the Northern Traverse draws closer. Spoiler: it features a severed head, exploding bridges, a visit to Greg's Hut, and an unreasonable number of long runs.Thanks to Fenix Light UK, Voom & Altra 13 Valleys for supporting our January competitions. Head over to instagram for all the deets. Good luck!Links to friends, partners, sponsors & discount codes - https://linktr.ee/teaandtrails?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1c86b2f1-b04b-4dab-bd2f-dddf47358fa3HARRIER - Use code TEAS10 for 10% off - https://harrierrunfree.avln.me/c/qXhnTgIdEMeaXMILES UK - Listeners receive 10% of their order value back as store credit via the link - https://xmiles.avln.me/c/RiwxnARvfHeRFENIX LIGHT LTD - Use code T&T5 for 5% - https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/PRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION - Use code TEA2026 for 15% off your first orderPRECISION FUEL & HYDRATION PLANNER - https://visit.pfandh.com/3RuP25zRUNDERWEAR - Use code TEATRAILS15 for 15% off your orderhttps://runderwear.avln.me/c/GPVNMgMfYfLPCenturion Running - Use code TEAANDTRAILS10 to receive 10% off all ordershttps://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/*Excluding Sale ItemsContent may contain affiliate links which help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Brew with the Coaches - CLICK HERE Hardmoors - https://www.hardmoors110.org.uk/Trail Outlaws - https://www.trailoutlaws.com/13 Valleys Ultra - https://www.13valleysultra.com/Beyond Trails - https://www.beyondtrails.co.uk/Hellfire Events - https://www.hellfireevents.com/Ourea Events - https://www.oureaevents.com/Dales Runner - https://dalesrunner.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Raw Adventures - https://www.raw-adventures.co.uk/XNRG - https://www.xnrg.co.uk/
Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about Your Face and how the expressions you make while working out might be completely sabotaging your fitness goals. Could clenching your jaw and squinting through that last rep actually be telling your body you're in danger and ramping up your cortisol levels? On the flip side, what if something as simple as smiling or laughing during exercise could rewire your brain to associate movement with joy and reward? Jenn explores the fascinating connection between your facial expressions and your autonomic nervous system—but is forcing a smile during a brutal workout realistic, or will it actually make a difference in how your body responds to exercise? Tune in to find out. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramKEYWORDS: Jenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Facial Expressions During Exercise, Exercise And Stress Relief, Autonomic Nervous System, Sympathetic Nervous System, Parasympathetic Nervous System, Fight Or Flight Response, Rest And Digest, Cortisol Levels, Exercise Fatigue, Smiling While Exercising, Dopamine Release, Endorphins, Cranial Nerve Seven, Facial Nerve, Amygdala, Mid Cingulate Cortex, Mind Body Connection, Nervous System Signals, Jaw Clenching, Exercise Struggle, Workout Recovery, Group Fitness Classes, Exercise Motivation, Finding Joy In Movement, Body Movement, Physical Activity, Workout Mindset, Exercise Psychology, Stress Response, Danger Signals To Body, Safety Signals, Brain Programming, Reward Response, Exercise Enjoyment, Running Tips, Half Marathon Training, Exercise Pace, Movement Types, Fitness Instructors, Health Coach, Wellness And Weight Loss, Nutrition And Fitness, Exercise Benefits, How Facial Expressions Affect Exercise Performance And Stress, Smiling During Workouts To Release Endorphins And Reduce Cortisol