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The first of our pre-race South Downs Way 100 & 50km elite athlete interviews features a conversation with Julia Davis - part of the Centurion Coaching Team, Team GB athlete on the trails and on the road over 100km. Running in her first 100 mile race at this years SDW100.
A recap of the 2025 SDW50 with RD James Elson covering off the race from the front to the back and everyone in between.
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Curtis Himstedt, known on trail as Easily Forgotten. Easily Forgotten's backpacking resume is bananas. A partial list of his adventures includes the Annapurna Circuit, Pembrokeshire Coastal Path in Wales, the GR10, Tour du Mont Blanc, Yorkshire Dales High Way, South Downs Way, and Cotswold Way in England, the Triple Crown in the U.S., the Tahoe Rim Trail, and a continuous yo-yo of the Appalachian Trail and Long Trail between 2023-2024. Curtis takes us through these treks, especially the ones we haven't covered on the podcast before, shares how his first divorce inspired him to get into thru-hiking, explains why he feels more like himself on trail than in “the real world,” and gives us a preview of his upcoming adventures as he continues trekking strong into his 60s. We wrap the show with news of a major gear retailer accused of ties to forced labor, a new navigation app you'll want on your radar for 2025, the triple crown of the worst fashion trends, a debate on how to inform someone of their LNT violation, what we'd replace our hands with if given the choice, and much more. Topo Athletic: Use code “TREKWINTER15” at topoathletic.com. Gossamer Gear: Use code “BACKPACKER20” for 20% off packs at gossamergear.com. Ombraz: Use code “BACKPACKER30” for $30 off at ombraz.com/discount/backpacker30. [divider] Interview with Curtis Himstedt aka Easily Forgotten Curtis's Website Curtis's Trek Profile Curtis's Instagram Time stamps & Questions 00:06:10 - Reminders: Join us for our live show in Austin, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon, and apply to blog for the Trek! 00:09:45 - Introducing Curtis 00:11:20 - What was your weight loss story? 00:12:55 - How did you get into long distance backpacking? 00:14:53 - How old were you when you were in Boy Scouts? 00:16:57 - Is there a part of you that's grateful to your initial divorce for getting you into hiking? 00:19:00 - What learning lessons did you have on the Annapurna Circuit? 00:23:00 - What was life like on your farm? 00:24:00 - From an engineer's perspective, what was hiking the West Highland Way like? 00:27:05 - Would you recommend the West Highland Way to others? 00:28:52 - Has it ever backfired on you to not plan too much of your hikes? 00:30:40 - Do you feel more comfortable when hiking long trails? 00:32:20 - What advice do you have for someone about to get married? 00:35:00 - Discussion about planning international hikes 00:35:44 - Tell us more about the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path 00:37:33 - Tell us about the Grey Wolf Loop 00:40:20 - Tell us more about hiking in England 00:42:56 - Tell us more about the GR10 00:49:05 - Tell us about hiking the AT in 2018 00:54:50 - Tell us about hiking the PCT in 2019 00:57:08 - How did you like the Oregon Coast Trail? 01:00:10 - At what point do you start planning future hikes? 01:01:50 - Do you feel a sense of fulfillment exploring new trails each year? 01:04:20 - Tell us about the South Downs Way 01:05:48 - What were your top 3 favorite trails in the UK? 01:08:50 - Tell us about the Kerry Way 01:10:53 - Discussion about the Portuguese Camino 01:12:15 - What does your gear look like today? 01:15:01 - Tell us about your hiking in the Azores 01:22:25 - Discussion about not planning lodging on European trails 01:23:28 - Tell us about the Cinque Terre 01:25:25 - Tell us about the Via Degli Dei 01:26:55 - Tell us about your MEGA GAME LT^2 adventure 01:33:00 - Story about Curtis's father 01:38:25 - You don't like FKTs but you like endurance hiking? 01:39:42 - What's the northern section like in the winter? 01:42:50 - How many miles are you typically hiking in a day? 01:44:20 - What about the AT do you love so much? 01:46:05 - What do your next 4 years of hiking look like? 01:49:20 - Peak Performance Question: What is your top performance-enhancing or backpacking hack? 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Joining me as my guests for this episode are Elin Heron and Callum James. Elin is returning to Some Other Sphere, having first been interviewed by me in the very early days of the podcast. She is a writer and musician, a talented tarot reader and a speaker of Welsh. Callum is a poet, artist, bookseller and magical practitioner. Both have long been close friends and 2024 saw them each publish new works - Jude by Elin, which is her debut novel and The South Downs: Paths of the Dead by Callum, which details his experience of completing the South Downs Way, an ancient walking route in Southern England. In Jude, Fifteen-year-old Nick has just finished his GSCEs and is stuck at home in the seaside village of Brexenham. What starts as a boring summer quickly transforms, as he meets Jude Fletcher, a wild and otherworldly boy. Nick is pulled into another world, but the disappearance of local girl, Jemma Cox, hangs over the community, and is something that runs farther back than anybody realises. The South Downs is partly a grimoire of the walk Callum undertook, partly a linear topography, and partly a treatise on necromancy. It recognises the folklore, spirits, and the magic of a place and Callum writes as one who does this magic, speaks to these spirits, and follows this lore. In the interview I talk with Elin and Callum about their writing and their friendship, how the ideas for their recent publications came about and how their approach to writing them developed. This leads into a wide-ranging discussion, covering themes such as the role of the imagination and imaginal thinking in otherworldly encounters, the connections between the dead and the landscape, and the nature of otherworldly entities such as The Green Man, a character who features prominently in Jude. I also get to share a couple of my own unusual experiences with them as part of our conversation. Further information about Elin can be found at her website https://www.elinheron.co.uk/ and you can order a copy of Jude from her publisher, Lucent Dreaming. Callum's website is https://www.mercurysbrother.com/ and you can order a copy of The South Downs: Paths of the Dead from Broken Sleep Books. If you would like to support the upkeep of Some Other Sphere you can make a donation via Ko-fi. To buy the podcast a coffee go to https://ko-fi.com/someotherspherepodcast. Thank you! The Some Other Sphere theme music is taken from 'Window Area', from the album 'Close Encounters of the Pennine Kind' by The Night Monitor. You can find out more about The Night Monitor's music at https://thenightmonitor.bandcamp.com/.
In this Bucket List episode, host Aaron Millar recounts the most audacious, tipsiest, and ridiculous hike of his life: a 100-mile pub crawl across the entire length of the South Downs National Park, near his hometown of Brighton England. “Should you ever happen to find yourself walking with only one boot on in the middle of the night,” Aaron writes, “the one thing you don't want to read when you open the guidebook is – ‘the path climbs gently through a field of stingy nettles and large piles of cow dung.' Nonetheless, having undertaken the challenge of walking the entire 100-mile length of the South Downs Way, from Eastbourne to Winchester, this was precisely where I found myself on only my second day on the trail.” The South Downs Way has been walked by traders, drovers, and pilgrims for hundreds of years. Because of that a network of old Coaching Inns has sprung up along the trail where weary travelers could rest for the night, grab some dinner and pint of ale. Centuries later many are still standing, and it's possible to walk the entire trail stopping at them for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a few drinks in between. 100-miles – shoeless or not – is a long way, but it's worth every inch of the effort because this part of the world is overflowing with gentle landscapes, ancient history, and warm welcoming people. Not to mention a good pint or two. DO THIS PUB CRAWL YOURSELF! You can find out more information about the South Downs Way, and South Downs National Park at www.southdowns.gov.uk It's possible to work out the route of the pub crawl yourself, or drop Aaron a line for the insider tips: info@armchair-explorer.com CONNECT WITH US If you enjoy the show, please subscribe on whatever podcast player you're reading this on right now. Go on, do it. It means you get to choose what episodes you listen to, rather than the algorithm guess (wrongly) and kick us off your feed. Following the show on socials will definitely maybe bring you good travel karma! Instagram: @armchairexplorerpodcast Facebook: @armchairexplorerpodcast Armchair Explorer is produced by Armchair Productions. Aaron Millar wrote and presented the show, Charles Tyrie did the audio editing and sound design. Our theme music is by the artist Sweet Chap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fancy running a giant loop around the South of England, starting east on the North Downs Way, then south on the Vanguard Way, west on the South Downs Way, and finally north on the Wayfarers Walk and St Swithuns Way before returning to the start? That's exactly what Eddie Sutton did and she crushed the 200 miles unsupported too!https://teaandtrails.com/https://www.patreon.com/teaandtrailshttps://www.youtube.com/@teaandtrailshttps://www.teaandtrailsultra.com/XMILES UK focuses on providing you with the kit and nutrition needed to be at your best. https://xmiles.co.uk/SHOKZ explores the possibilities of an Open-Ear listening experience that allows you to immerse yourself in music while remaining open to the world. Use the Code TEA10 to receive £10 off your order.https://uk.shokz.com?sca_ref=7394994.MfsDQZBAeLQihiPrecision Fuel & Hydration helps athletes personalise their hydration and fueling strategies for training and racing. Use the free Fuel & Hydration Planner to get a personalised race nutrition plan for your next event.Fenixlight Limited - Since producing its first product on the 3rd of September 2001, Fenix has always strived to achieve perfection. https://www.fenixlight.co.uk/Protein Rebel - https://proteinrebel.com/Beta Run - https://www.betaoutdoorsports.com/Content may contain affiliate links which can help support and grow this channel at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your continued support.Keeping Dry & Staying Warm - https://amzn.to/42JCexqCeleste Yvonne's - https://amzn.to/40FYLK9Fix Your Feet - https://amzn.to/3FE4nf0Running Challenges by Keri Wallace - https://amzn.to/3KGdU7eROAR - https://amzn.to/3WU7xB2NEXT LEVEL - https://amzn.to/3Hu15LrThe Daily Stoic - https://amzn.to/44qDm9jUltra Trails - https://www.ultratrails.co.uk/Greener Miles - https://greenermilesrunning.co.uk/Hannah Walsh - https://www.hannahwalsh.co.uk/Punk Panther - https://www.punkpanther.co.uk/Pen Llyn Ultra - https://penllyn.niftyentries.com/Survivor Trailchallenge.com - https://survivortrailchallenge.com/Centurion Running - https://centurionrunning.com/
At the start of every month, host Aaron Millar and producer Jason Paton preview what's coming up on Armchair Explorer, play their favorite clips, and reveal the stories they're most excited to share. A cross between a highlight reel, an interview, and two people telling travel tales down the pub, our Pathways episodes are your guide to choosing your adventures with us. December episodes: ADVENTURE: Whale Warriors We join best-selling author and activist Peter Heller on board an eco-pirate ship as they battle illegal Japanese whalers in the Southern Ocean. IMMERSION: Ancient Kingdoms We cross the Arabian desert to the city of Tayma, take part in the Ancient Kingdoms Festival, and explore one of the largest oases in the world. BUCKET LIST: The Everest of Cage Dives In the Neptune Islands of Australia, home to the most Great White Sharks on the planet, there is a cage dive that drops you all the way to the ocean floor. And it was set up by the guy who survived the shark attack that inspired the movie, Jaws. IMMERSION: Welcome to the Badlands Join best-selling travel author Brian Thacker on a journey deep into the Badlands of South Dakota. We find ancient fossils on hiking trails, become an unwelcome visitor in a prairie town, and go horseback riding through an endless sea of grass, straight out of a western movie. WANDERLUST: The Curiosities of Christmas Island. We sit down with travel journalist Martin Symington to hear about his journey to one of the most remote places on Earth. No, Santa doesn't live there. Yes, David Attenborough thinks it's awesome. BUCKET LIST: 100-mile Pub Crawl Host Aaron Millar takes us on a 100-mile pub crawl along the South Downs Way, a long-distance footpath that crosses the South Downs National Park in England. IMMERSION: Wellness in the Desert We're back with Brian Thacker in search of some New Year's nature-inspired wellness: healing waters, indigenous bird song and Joshua Tree National Park at night. *** If you enjoy the show, please subscribe on whatever podcast player you're reading this on right now. Go on, do it. It means you get to choose what episodes you listen to, rather than the algorithm guess (wrongly) and kick us off your feed. Following the show on socials will definitely maybe bring you good travel karma! Facebook: @armchairexplorerpodcast Instagram: @armchairexplorerpodcast Armchair Explorer is produced by Armchair Productions. Aaron Millar and Jason Paton presented the show, Charles Tyrie did the audio editing and sound design. Our theme music is by the artist Sweet Chap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hubby's Hiking Snacks …which became Wifey's Weekday Snacks. I made these no-bake snacks for my husband when he did the South Downs Way, and they've been a favourite in the house ever since!Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I'm Liv - and I believe that anyone can cook. Since being diagnosed with endometriosis, I have been on a journey to find out what food makes me feel great. By cooking from scratch I have not only started feeling much better, but also fallen in love with cooking completely! Join me for my weekly food topic and recipe here on my podcast, and check out my website for the transcripts and more. Find me on Instagram, and on YouTube.
On this episode of the show we welcome Centurion Running founder and Race Director James Elson to have a chat with us about his races. Anyone in the area who has or will be running ultra distance events in the future, will no doubt end up at one of James' races. They have provided thousands of runners with a fantastic platform to learn how to participate in this sport, along with many opportunities to take part at distances from 50k to 200 miles. In this chat we get to discuss ultra running in the UK in close relation to our very own beautiful trails on the South Downs Way. And particularly with regards to the South Downs Way 100 which is one of Centurions flagship races. Thanks to James for coming onto the show and taking the time to speak with us. And as always, Daniel and Dave introduce the show with a twenty minute warm up, full of juicy bits. Happy running everyone x
【本期简介】2023年11月，World Trail Majors世界越野跑大满贯（以下简称为WTM）的神秘面纱被揭开……从之前宣布的九场到最后版本的十场越野赛，再到大加纳利旅游局的冠名，这一年对于WTM来说是一个崭新的开始。但对喜欢越野跑的我们，这些运动员来说，WTM又带来了哪些不一样的声音，或者说不同样的赛事选择呢？在WTM起初搭建的过程中，我们有参与部分内容，无论是赛事理念、路线规划还是赛事目的，都充分表现了WTM所倡导的“多样性”。同时，WTM不仅强调赛道的特殊性，还特别注重与本地文化和环境的融合。一年过去了，在南非开普敦UTCT开始之际，也是WTM今年的最后一站，我们开始了这个讨论。这一次我们也邀请了可爱的听众朋友们，想听听他们了解到的WTM的独到之处，以及它对越野跑运动的深远影响。【主播】楥子、深焦镜头【嘉宾】越talk越野的可爱听众朋友们（声音出现的次序）桃汁焦焦、CHUSHIWEN、大K、高登登、文森特【Timeline】00:05:21 WTM的存在在情绪价值上也会有一些加成，探索比赛的多样性以及与本土结合00:08:30 中国香港100-首届赛事2011年，有三个组别可选00:09:50 美国黑峡谷Black Canyon-首届赛事2014年，有两个组别可选00:11:50 西班牙大加纳利Transgrancanari-首届赛事2003年，有六个组别可选00:15:00 日本Fuji100-首届赛事2012年，有两个组别可选00:16:30 葡萄牙马德拉岛 MIUT-首届赛事2008年，有五个组别可选00:20:25 瑞士 Canyon Trail-首届赛事1996年，有五个组别可选00:23:15 英国温彻斯特 South Downs Way 100-首届赛事2012年00:25:15 加拿大魁北克Mega Trail-首届赛事2012年，有八个组别00:27:15 比利牛斯Grand Raid of the Pyrenees-首届赛事2008年，有六个组别00:29:20 南非开普敦RMB UTCT-首届赛事2014，有六个组别00:48:20:为越野跑者提供更多选择：WTM赛事联盟的独立性和宣传作用00:50:50 听众桃汁焦焦的观点00:52:50 听众CHUSHIWEN的观点00:54:20 听众大K的观点00:57:10 听众高登登的观点1:01:01 听众文森特的观点最后附上世界越野跑大满贯的官网链接：https://worldtrailmajors.com 希望能给你们的越野跑之路提供更多的选择～
Juliette grew up playing football but after the loss of a close friend in 2017, she turned to running as her coping mechanism. Over the past five years she's developed a love of hiking, trail running and cycling and has taken them to the extreme, running multi-day ultramarathons through the desert, completing an Ironman, travelling through Patagonia for two months and last year she she was part of the all female BTR team at Adidas TERREX Infinite trails race in Austria. Juliette is passionate about improving access to the outdoors for women and young people, particularly those from diverse backgrounds. She's an active member of the Black Trail Runners community and her experiences out on the trails led to her being chosen as the cover star of Women's Running Magazine in April 2023. Join us as we delve into Juliette's inspiring journey and her mission to make outdoor adventures more inclusive for everyone. *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women. By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is Juliette Her passion and love for spending time in the outdoors Playing football to a high level before starting her running journey Getting into football from a young age and being supported by her family and parents Not being able to play on the boys team anymore after the age of 11 Joining an all girls team and winning the league every year for 5 years Gaining a sense of winning from football Building a confidence in herself Wanting to become a professional footballer and reflecting back on how things have changed Being supported and encouraged by her parents Thinking through the different options Deciding to move away from football and going in a different direction The final game Finding out a good friend from school was diagnosed with a brain tumour Wanting to raise funds Deciding to do something big in 2017 Thinking about running the South Downs Way Having a team of 6 people running the South Downs Way All the emotions and being able to lean on people How running can help you Running for Laura Being a little underprepared, but pushing on through Needing to have a big challenge in the diary and having something to work towards Deciding to do Ironman Barcelona Getting the gear for an Ironman Cost of entry to races.. The realities of training for an Ironman and the time commitment involved 10 Ironwomen - Striving for a 50:50 Gender Split in an Ironman Event. Giving herself the best possible chance of succeeding Why it was a rollercoaster of emotions on the day of the Ironman The challenges during the race Being supported by friends Saying yes for big challenges Plans for 2024 The Eiger Ultra Trail Getting excited for Hyrox Competitions Wanting to inspire women and girls to get active in sports Women in Sport Self confidence and belief in yourself The importance of trying something new How to connect with Juliette online Imo Boddy - Record for 3 peaks - female fastest known time (FKT) to complete the UK Three Peaks Black Trail Runners Final words of advice and why it's not that easy to just do it Just start. Take the first step Social Media Instagram: @juliette_dennyy Tik Tok: @juliette_dennyy
James & Allie recap the 2024 South Downs Way 100, a truly incredible race weekend with a record 349 finishers in its first year as a World Trail Major.
35 years ago, Andy Brown paid his way through college by carrying out street interviews for advertising agencies. This taught him not to be shy and got him hooked on advertising. Fast forward, and Andy now has over 30 years of experience as an award-winning adviser and coach for people-based businesses, helping them to grow sustainably and increase their value. He's done this by enabling founders and leaders to ‘make better decisions, more quickly', as one client put it. He's also the author of ‘The Emotional Overdraft: 10 simple changes for balancing business success and wellbeing' a book that shot straight to Amazon's #1 bestseller spot when it launched earlier in 2024. It also received Amazon's ‘Most Gifted' badge. The book is written for entrepreneurs, leaders, and founders and articulates the often-overlooked mental and physical costs of leadership. Its mission? To eliminate the damage inflicted on individuals, businesses, and communities from the avoidable burden of emotional overdraft. Outside work, Andy is most likely to be found inside the American Express Stadium, cheering on long-time love, Brighton & Hove Albion, or else rambling the rolling hill of the South Downs Way near his home in Dorset. The Emotional Overdraft is available on Amazon and more information can be found at www.emotionaloverdraft.com. Andy Brown can be found on Linkedin and Instagram @andybrownauthor In today's fast-paced and demanding world, finding a balance between professional success and personal well-being can often be elusive. However, in a series of insightful podcast episodes, Brett Gilliland and guest Andy Brown shed light on the importance of maintaining this delicate equilibrium. Andy emphasizes the concept of emotional overdraft, where constantly pushing ourselves without taking time to recharge can lead to burnout. He shares personal anecdotes and valuable insights on habits, decision-making, and the significance of self-care. One key takeaway from the discussions is the need for resilience to prevent burnout. Andy highlights the importance of recognizing when we are emotionally depleted and taking proactive steps to recharge. This could involve engaging in activities that bring us joy, spending quality time with loved ones, or simply taking a break from work. By prioritizing self-care and making time for rejuvenation, entrepreneurs can ensure they have the mental and emotional energy needed to sustain their professional success in the long run. Another crucial aspect discussed is the power of habits and mindset shifts. Andy emphasizes the impact of small, consistent changes in our daily routines that can significantly improve our overall well-being. By consciously choosing positive habits and adopting a growth mindset, entrepreneurs can cultivate a culture of learning and growth within their teams. This not only enhances individual and business performance but also creates an environment where everyone feels supported and motivated to achieve their full potential. In this episode featuring Brett Gilliland and Andy Brown, expect to hear valuable insights into the importance of maintaining a balance between professional success and personal well-being. By understanding the concept of emotional overdraft, practicing resilience, and prioritizing self-care, entrepreneurs can prevent burnout and sustain their success in the long term. Additionally, by focusing on habits, mindset shifts, and strategic hiring decisions, individuals and businesses can foster a culture of growth and learning, leading to increased performance and fulfillment.
SDW50 RD James Elson and Team Runner Allie Bailey discuss their recent races at the Lakes/ Northern Traverse, the acquisition of the Arc of Attrition by UTMB/ Ironman and the recent results at the South Downs Way 50.
Running 44@60 Podcast - plotting Trevor Lee's journey to the 2021 44 mile Cornwall Classic Quarter
Mike Samuels - combining Powerlifting and Ultra RunningIn this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Mike Samuels about how he combines Powerlifting with Ultra Running We talk about how he got into both sports and how he combines them to get the benefits of one for the other.In Powerlifting Mike focuses on Back Squats, BenchPress and Dead Lift.For Ultra Running Mike has run six 100 mile races including the 2024 Arc Of Attrition 100 which he completed in 23:00:24 thus gaining the much sought after sub-24 hours black buckle and taking a remarkable three and a half hours off his time from 2023Mike suggests that any runner seriously considers doing some strength work but advises on starting off small so that they achieve good form before hiking up the weightsDuring the episode Mike mentioned two challenges he's going to undertake in 2024:The South Downs Way in JuneAnd the Race Across Scotland in AugustI also mention the West Highland Way Race which listener and previous guest Colin Bathe is running in June. And Richard Asquith's great book The Race Against Time If you've done something interesting, ideally that we haven't covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.ukThis is episode 141 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 140 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60. Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60 It now has over 100 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.Trevor wrote a book : 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West
Victoria Cousins is an ultra runner who has had a dramatic rise to running supremacy over the past couple of years, going from knee surgery to completing Centurion's Grand Slam of 100 milers in 2023 and running three marathons in three weeks in three countries. Spurred on in part by her husband and previous podcast guest Stephen Cousins, we think she's one to watch, however as you'll see Victoria is extremely humble about her achievements. A lot of races get shout outs here - we discuss the GU36 race in Guernsey, The Brecon Beacons Ultra, Suffolk Backyard, SDW50, Thames Path 100, South Downs Way 100, North Downs Way 100 and the Autumn 100… and much more.
Hubby's Hiking Snacks …which became Wifey's Weekday Snacks. I made these no-bake snacks for my husband when he did the South Downs Way, and they've been a favourite in the house ever since!Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I'm Liv - and I believe that anyone can cook. Since being diagnosed with endometriosis, I have been on a journey to find out what food makes me feel great. By cooking from scratch I have not only started feeling much better, but also fallen in love with cooking completely! Join me for my weekly food topic and recipe here on my podcast, and check out my website for the transcripts and more. Find me on Instagram, and on YouTube.
Join us as we unravel the extraordinary journey of English ultra-runner Stuart Secker, who transformed office banter 13 years ago into a passion for long-distance running. With an impressive track record of 16 completed races, Stuart illuminates the fascinating world of endurance running, sharing his strategy of running by feel and the compelling lessons learned through running internationally and overcoming numerous challenges along the way. Including snakes!Imagine racing across different countries and navigating diverse landscapes; it's not just a test of physical endurance but also a captivating cultural exploration. Our conversation extends to insights from trail running communities and a comparative study of race organization in the UK and the US. From the unexpected moments at Moggollon and Loup Garou races to the diverse food offerings at aid stations, we delve into how environmental factors shape mandatory gear requirements and influence the distinctiveness of race experiences in different countries.Traveling for international races brings its own set of adventures and logistical challenges. As we tackle strategies for managing jet lag, packing essentials, and mandatory gear requirements, we also venture into the exciting world of UK's top 100 mile races. Stuart shares his experiences, offering valuable tips for participating in races like South Downs Way and Lakeland 100. Wrapping up the ultra-running narrative with a dash of motivation, we've put together a playlist sure to keep your running spirits high. So lace up your shoes and gear up for a journey that celebrates endurance, determination, and the brilliant misery of ultra running. At Stuart's request, feel free to drop him a line on Facebook if you'd like to chat more about racing in the UK.Stuart's Choose to Endure Spotify Playlist Entry:Life in Color, by One RepublicWebsite:https://www.choosetoendure.com/YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJWsvnU5BI28CCxOai-_rjr7CX749jIkU&si=_S001tyggu4CCxbHInstagram:https://instagram.com/choose_to_endure?utm_source=qr Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552757049526
In this episode of the podcast I speak to James Elson.James is well known for his exploits as a long course ultrarunner who's completed some of the toughest and most prestigious races around the globe.He's also the race director and head honcho at Centurion Running, who put on some of the best 50-100 mile ultramarathons in the UK.We talk about his own running career competing at The Spine Race, Tour De Geants and Western States.We also dive into the new World Trail Majors series that Centurions very own South Downs Way race is now part of.James also give us his perspective on the whole UTMB saga as it rumbles on in the trail running community and his thoughts on the direction that our sport will go in.Super nice guy and was a pleasure to interview him.URS
Today it was announced that a consortium of independent races has come together as an alliance known as the World Trail Majors. It includes the Hong Kong 100, Black Canyon 100k, Transgrancanaria, Madeira Island Ultra Trail, Ultra Trail Mt. Fuji, Swiss Canyon Trail, South Downs Way, Quebec Mega Trail, & Ultra Trail Cape Town. From the founding press release: "World Trail Majors was not born with the intention of confrontation or of solving all the problems of this fast-developing sport, but rather to provide a new, alternative path of development which aims to be inspirational to all runners and organisers." On the podcast, we're joined by some of the Race Directors from the founding races of WTM -- Jamil Coury, Stu McConnachie, Janet Ng, & Steve Brammar. We discuss the founding vision, the values, the structure, and the future of the organization. Sponsors: Use code freetrail10 for 10% off Speedland Footwear Use code freetrail15 for 15% off Gnarly Nutrition Get 30% off your first subscription of Ketone IQ at HVMN.com/FREETRAIL30 Freetrail Links: Website | Freetrail Pro | Patreon | Instagram | YouTube | Freetrail Experts Dylan Links: Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | Strava ________________________ Other Freetrail podcast episodes you might enjoy: Kilian Jornet | The New NNormal Tim Tollefson | The Infinite Game Clare Gallagher | Black Canyon 100k Champion Jim Walmsley | Engagement, Moving to Europe, Western States, and UTMB
Suomen-vierailullaan Ilona ja Phillip Morgan tarjosivat tunnin pikakurssin polkujuoksusta Englannissa lenkillämme Helsingin keskuspuistossa. Tämä tulee minulle tositarpeeseen huhtikuussa 2024, kun osallistumme Northern Traverse 300km kisaan. Olemme kaikki kolme myös ekologisen kansainvälisen polkujuoksuseuran The Green Runners jäseniä. Alkujaan kotkalainen Ilona on juossut upeasti viimeisen vuoden aikana North Downs Way 100 Mile, South Downs Way 100 Mile, Serpent Trail 100km, Lakes Traverse 100km ja Pilgrim's Challenge kisat. Seuraa IG @ilonam_trails ja kuuntele TRAILPODDER jakso 89 Spotify, Apple, Google tms podcast alustoilla.
Ultra LEGEND, features Tom Evans, who is a former Welsh Guards British Army Captain. He first made his mark on the ultrarunning world in 2017, when he came third in the 251km desert ultra Marathon des Sables. Tom amazed once again in 2018, when he won the 101km CCC race at the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc, which also saw him take the top spot. He broke course records at the Coastal Challenge Costa Rica and the South Downs Way 50. At 2023's Western States, the athlete took first place and even broke the record for the fastest overseas time at the Californian race. In 2020, Tom continued his great form at New Zealand's Ultra Trail World Tour Tarawera, setting a new course record and laying down another marker for the year ahead. . Socials: https://instagram.com/chris.thrall https://youtube.com/christhrall https://christhrall.com . Support the podcast at: patreon.com/christhrall (£2 per month plus perks) https://gofundme.com/christhrall https://paypal.me/teamthrall ' Mailing list: https://christhrall.com/mailing-list/
Can you believe Allie and Anna have made it 4 episodes without having any legal action taken against them? Nope, us either. But here we are. This week on the Bailey And Harding Ultra Sound System, they're obviously talking about the weather, Allie gives us a debrief from her South Downs Way 100 miler and Anna fills us in on her epic race at the weekend too... They'll be adding more of your songs to the Bailey And Harding Ultra Sound System Playlist and there's the usual "win, grim, get in the bin". All the links: Instagram: www.instagram.com/ultrasoundsystempod Playlist: https://bit.ly/ultrasoundsystemplaylist Email us: ultrasoundsystempod@gmail.com
Joy is...When You Can't See It.After an early career characterised by hours at a computer, Charlie Harpur turned his back on desk work and embraced the physical elements of gardening. When not working as a Landscape Designer and Gardener, he is an impressive trail and ultra-runner who, in 2019, became the British 100km champion. His other achievements include finishing 3rd Brit at the CCC by UTMB and taking the win at Centurion Running's South Downs Way 100.Charlie epitomises the strength that comes through vulnerability, and I was humbled by how reflective and open he was in sharing about his complex journey with running and mental health, both past and present. We talked about building emotional armouries; the connectivity brought by natural neural networks; comparison culture and seeing the person behind the results; the lure of the great unknown; how plants and running can save your life, and why we would all benefit from stopping to hug the tree.Charlie and I chatted for a while after we finished recording and agreed that ideas around diversity in trail running that we touched on, in terms of life experience and body type, should not in any way detract from the need to continue advocating and addressing the issues that prevail with representation and inclusion in the sport. Charlie also dove further into his experiences with overtraining and underfueling, which led to hormonal imbalances and greatly impacted his physical and mental health, and the need for more conversations around this. We are hopefully going to schedule a follow up episode for him to share his story, as part of the process of starting those conversations. Follow: @charlie.harpur Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode join me, Anni Townend, as I share the power of a walk and talk conversation.For many years, and for as long as I can remember I have loved walking. I grew up in West Yorkshire and every Saturday walked with my family through fields and woodland close to where my father's mother lived in a rented cottage on a farm with her sister. These afternoons were the highlight of my week and were some of the best times that we had as a family. We walked and talked, as we roamed through fields avoiding cows and climbing over styles. As a teenager some of the easiest and at the same time most difficult conversations that I had with my father were when we were walking the two of us, side by side, often in the rain or fog somewhere on the Pennine Way.Some thirty years ago I moved to a small semi-detached cottage on the South Downs Way, and over the past 10 years have incorporated the walk and talk, side by side conversation into my work as a leadership partner and executive coach to senior teams and senior leaders, whether that is in person or virtually.In person people meet me on the South Downs Way and we walk and talk, side by side; virtually we are both on our phones walking and talking - whether in person or virtually we pause, we stop, we listen, we notice as part of the coaching conversation paying attention to everything that is around us, looking up and looking down, feeling the ground beneath our feet, the air on our skin as part of becoming more conscious and clear on the way forward.If you would like to find out more about the Coaching Walk and Talk as part of team working and, or for yourself please get in touch with me Anni Townend. If you loved this episode of Leaders In Conversation please leave a review, share and subscribe. Thank you
Hey, guess what? It's an episode with no Star Trek this week! We messed up some of the watching and had the dreaded life issues get in the way, so we're talking about a Casual Trek… just not one in the stars. Talking points include: The South Downs Way, Brighton both fair and foul, wandering Wisconsin, Ed Gein, light pollution and oddly enough, a few personal bits and pieces about anxiety, insomnia and meeting the ones we love. Casual Trek is by Charlie Etheridge-Nunn and Miles Reid-Lobatto Music by Alfred Etheridge-Nunn Casual Trek is a part of the Nerd & Tie Network https://ko-fi.com/casualtrek
Petersfield Rugby Player, Will Prichard, is walking 100 miles along the South Downs Way to raise funds for the Petersfield Food Bank. He tells Laura Sheppard how he decided to raise funds in this way. If you are interested in sponsoring Will, the fundraising page is here: Will Prichard Petersfield Food Bank fundraiserSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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I'm back again, with another solo episode! This week, I talk about how to crew for a friend, family member, or someone else on their race, long training run, or other events. My husband and I had a really successful race when he ran the South Downs Way 100 this year, and I wanted to share what we did to help things run smoothly. Listen To This Episode What You'll Learn What is crewing for a race or other training event Why crewing is so important How to use a spreadsheet to plan your event How to be a crew member or the solo person on a crew “team” What you need to know How to troubleshoot during the event Things I Discussed Garden sprayer to cool off the runner Shoe dryer Ice bandanna Related Episodes 463 Holly Worton ~ There's No Failure, Only Feedback: When Our Adventures Go “Wrong” 450 Holly Worton ~ Adventures in Endurance 404 Holly Worton ~ How Running Can Change Your Life (now with downloadable transcript!) 400 Holly Worton ~ Life is an Ultra (now with downloadable transcript!) Connect With Holly Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.
After her amazing adventures in the UK, Steve Pheby talks with Sarah Pemberton about her recent podium finishes in 2 of the UK's classic races, South Downs Way and the technical challenging UTS (Ultra Trail Snowdonia) where Sarah recalls thigh deep bogs and glow in the darl sheep. www.trahk.org
A recap of the 2022 South Downs Way 100 focusing on the history of the event and the main stories of this years race. *correction: first FV50 was in fact Claire Howard in 20:09, an even bigger new category record. Samantha Lloyd was second FV50.
On episode 52 of the Portsmouth Running Podcast, we welcome Michelle Maxwell from Maxwell Coaching to chat with Dave and I all about good habits that help us runners become more resilient and better at what we do. Michelle is a fountain of running knowledge and has coached a number of athletes from the Portsmouth area, including show co-host David Harvey. Along with her husband Chris, Michelle has a very impressive list of running achievements including holding two Centurion Running trophies from the South Downs Way and North Downs Way 50 mile races. The Maxwell household is a busy with with sport and particular running and triathlon being at the very heart of it all. It was fantastic to welcome Michelle on the show and I think this episode will help us all think about our own running habits and things we often neglect to maybe consider doing additionally around the running that can help get us through training and races in better shape. Enjoy the show everyone! x
“Winter camps are deliciously empty. It's kind of been my survival thing for this COVID year that never seems to end. It's nice to just relax, And just sit in the outdoors.” HOLLY WORTON is an author, podcaster, publishing strategist, personal and business coach, long distance walker, ultra-marathon runner, lover of nature and trainee druid. Despite all these things going on in her life, I was able to bring her down to a slow enough walk-and-talk pace to podcast chat with me recently. Holly's story is a fascinating mix of work experiences, entrepreneurship and adventures from her birthplace in California, into Central and South America, Spain and now finally she has settled in the UK with her Argentinian husband and relinquished her American passport for a British one. We begin our podcast chat at Denbies Hillside in Surrey Hills – an area of outstanding beauty. It is two days before the end of 2021 and as we walk the muddy, slippery paths of the North Downs Way, Holly talks about walking, running, camping, forest bathing, her deep connection to the earth's energy, why plants like lavender, mugwort and roses hold such an importance to her beyond their colour and scent, her favourite trees, and how through her deep love of nature and the ancient British landscape, she became a member of OBOD (Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids). "Connect to Nature so that you can connect to yourself.” Holly is the author of If Trees Could Talk, a number of walking books including Alone on the South Downs Way, and Walking the Ridgeway. She also talked about how to envision your year ahead with her book The Year You Want, and finally, she has a number of short self-help guides and plenty more which you can explore and purchase on her website https://www.hollyworton.com/ “It's so easy to get focussed on what you don't want. Shift your vision to what you do want." To find out more about HOLLY WORTON go to … Website: https://www.hollyworton.com/ Into The Woods Podcast: https://www.hollyworton.com/podcast/ (I was recently a guest – Ep.440) also, she's on Instagram: @hollyworton ; Twitter: @hollyworton ; Facebook: @hollyworton To find out about your podcast host Emma you can go to https://www.travellingthrough.co.uk/ A big thanks to Mariska Martina at https://www.mariskamartina.com/ for creating our wonderful podcast jingle!
Daniel and Dave return on Boxing Day 2021, with a special episode focused mainly all around the South Downs Way. A real trail hub for local runners around the area who are looking to escape the busier pathways and roads. We were delighted to welcome another local runner Alex Murphy to the discussion. Alex spends a lot of his time training on the South Downs and had plenty of great insight into the routes there. You'll find some of the routes (and segments) in the notes below, as discussed on the episode: Ultra Trail Queen Elizabeth Country Park (100 miles) - https://www.strava.com/activities/5059070420 Great Route at QECP for Elevation - https://www.strava.com/activities/6286748372 Session for Anyone Looking to Train for Mountain Races at QECP - https://www.strava.com/activities/5814480873 Satans Climb (Strava Segment) - https://www.strava.com/segments/12323315
For this episode of Explore one of our audio producers, Adam Bowie, takes over on the mic as he sets off to ride the King Alfred's Way in the south west of England. The 350-kilometre circular, mostly off-road, bikepacking route features a mix of gravel tracks, woodland trails, canal towpaths and rural lanes as it takes in parts of the Ridgeway, South Downs Way, Shipwrights Way and Sussex Border Path. The route is named after Alfred the Great, who ruled the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex in the ninth century. The route passes King Alfred's statue in Winchester, where he is buried. This is not just a multi-day bikepacking adventure. Adam had a specific reason for undertaking the trip, because it marked an important point in an inspirational and transformative journey he'd been on over the course of more than a year as the country locked down during the pandemic. Find out more about King Alfred's Way here. The Cycling Podcast is supported by Supersapiens and Science in Sport. Supersapiens is a continuous glucose monitoring system that helps you make the right fuelling choices. See supersapiens.com For 25% off all your SiS products, go to scienceinsport.com and enter the code SISCP25 at the checkout. This episode is also supported by Babbel. If you want to learn a new language get six months free with the purchase of a six-month subscription with the promo code CYCLING at uk.babbel.com/play And by Beer52, who are offering ten free craft beers (that's two more than usual) for just the price of postage if you order before December 17. Go to beer52.com/cycle
In this episode of the show, Michael and Simon are once more embarking on a long walk. Having completed the South Downs Way, they are now following the Pilgrims Way from Southwark to Canterbury. This is the trail immortalized in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales but was a well-used pilgrimage route before Chaucer and his companions made it famous. HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY This walk is very different to the previous one, and Simon and Michael reflect on the similarities and differences of walking these two well-known paths. The Pilgrims Way offers greater diversity in the environment they walkthrough. For one thing, there are more obvious signs of the history of the route, and of the country. Michael and Simon consider the impact of history on the present day, and how we can draw lessons from the past. They discuss what the route, and the experience of walking it, might have been like for those pilgrims centuries ago. The historical sites and green spaces are broken up by industrial parks, a clear change from that long-ago experience. ROUTES AND MAPS Another big difference is the need for a map. The South Downs way is clearly signposted throughout, and it would be almost impossible to get lost. But the Pilgrim's Way isn't clearly marked, so they needed to refer frequently to the map. This led, of course, to a comparison with business. Many business owners find themselves going off-track, and they may not have a clear map to refer to recover their direction. Simon shares some great insights and pointers for how business owners can create their own map, and how best to use it to their advantage. Each time they veered off the path, they would realise, consult the map, and get themselves back to where they needed to be. But that is not the only lesson to be drawn from this. There is also the fact that they were walking this road together. GROUPS AND GURUS In the early days of setting up and running a business, entrepreneurs can feel lonely. They don't know where to go for advice, or who to trust. They may turn to the so-called business gurus for help, but while many of them offer great information, they're not all as good as each other, and it's not always easy to tell them apart. Michael talks briefly of his own experience. Simon is a great proponent of groups. Not just networking groups, but peer-to-peer support. He refers to a fantastic historical example that included some stars of the business world and then goes on to talk about how people can access this kind of support today. The benefit of a peer support group is that it grows into a tightly knit unit, where each member supports the others, cheers them on, celebrates their success, and offers practical support and advice to help solve problems. There are a number of opportunities available to get involved in this, or similar activities, sponsored by the government. Listen in to hear more details. KINGS SUMMIT Simon also talks about the King's Summit, an annual business event that he runs. This year, they are back to meeting in person, and one of the outcomes planned for the event is that attendees can connect with like-minded business people, and leave with the beginnings of a peer-to-peer support group established. There is much more to the summit though, and to find out what's on offer and how to access it, with a spectacular ticket price, listen in to the show. PILGRIM'S WAY – TO RECAP Michael and Simon walk together and talk together. They discuss aspects of their own businesses and business in general. They share insights and tips that benefit any business owner, whether just starting out, or already well on their way to their destination.
Winning mindsets Liz Taylor joked that it took her 20 years to become an overnight success! Success takes time, commitment, and consistency. But what is it that keeps people motivated, putting in that time and effort consistently? In today's show, Michael and Simon look back over a recently completed challenge and talk about how their experience parallels their experience in the business. Regular listeners to the podcast will already be familiar with this trek and the ups and downs of the experience – both physical and metaphorical. They talk about scientific research into determination and persistence, and about the lessons they have learnt, and how they have applied those lessons to their own, very different businesses—each creating success in their individual ways. Walking and talking Simon and Michael reflect on their recently completed walk along the South Downs Way. A tremendous achievement that took the initiative, planning and stamina. They can identify the different phases of the walk, the beginning and end, which both bring their own energy and momentum and the middle, the “grunt” phase, where you need more determination and self-discipline to keep going. They talk about how this is like starting a business. The initial phase is full of energy and enthusiasm, where everything is new and exciting. And then when that passes, what is it that will keep the business owner, the entrepreneur going? Once you've entered the grunting phase of creating and building a business, what stops the successful person from giving up? This is crucial knowledge for anyone who is considering or is already setting up and running a business. And while the hurdles faced by each person may feel unique, there are enough similarities and points of overlap to learn from each other. They have plenty of information and ideas to share here, alongside their own personal experiences. But, as Simon says, three out of four start-ups fail in the first five years. So what is it that keeps that fourth business going? And how can you give yourself the tools and strategies to be a successful fourth business? Listen in for more tips and motivation. The Rat Race Experiments on rats in the 1930s and 40s give us some insight into working for rewards. Rats in a maze were given rewards, and then their speed and effort were measured as they ran towards the goal. The closer they got, the faster they ran, the harder they worked. We need to be rewarded for our efforts if we are going to continue. It's essential to remember this during the grunting phase. It's easy to set the big goals, the big vision. But what keeps us working towards that, day in and day out? Working harder and faster Simon and Michael provide practical tips that you can apply to help your own business journey. They share some of the tools they personally use to keep their energy and motivation high and keep themselves motivated and running towards their rewards. They discuss the benefits of the right kind of network, of making the best of coaches, following thought-leaders, and how to harness the mundane habits of daily life to get you through the grunt phases of business and life and into the euphoric phases that carry their own momentum. If you are an entrepreneur, you need your own motivational toolkit. You need to build a bank of resources and know-how to keep yourself and your team pulling harder and faster so you can capture those rewards.
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Phil Begnett returns to the podcast to share his experience of his first large-scale ultra run 'Race to the King' which was along the South Downs Way starting at Goodwood racecourse and finishing at Winchester Cathedral to meet the 'King' although it seems the King had another engagement to attend when Phil arrived. Phil shares his tips and ideas for fellow first time ultra runners including the benefits of a shoe change and why he wouldn't recommend running 35 miles just 4 weeks before! It is called 'Race to the King' because in 827 the first king of all England, Egbert, was crowned in Winchester. Phil did the full 53 miles in one go but there is an option with this event to split it over two days and a 23 on the first day and 30 on the second day. To find out more click here: https://www.thresholdtrailseries.com/events/race-to-the-king/
The Young Entrepreneurs - This is where the conversations really start to happen... Building a Team - The Power of SIX Does an Employee know more than the boss? Greed & Fear Rule your life Becoming more Skillful Recap Building a Team - The Power of SIX The Young Entrepreneurs - Hear on today's show what Mattia & Finn think about building a team from scratch. Right now, there are two of them, they want to build a team of SIX. Why, we feel that teams of six work the best in any business organisation and more importantly, different people bring different qualities, also needed in the most successful enterprises. The key to their development is to have a financial target of a £1,000, 000 business. Although along the way, they will be building on their skill set by becoming: A better Communicator Develop their skills in leadership Develop a better understanding of Sales & negotiations Finance Team Well Being and trust Marketing Does an Employee know more than the boss? The conversation moves swiftly on to the subject of, does the employee know more than the boss? Both boys suggest that an employee should know more than the boss and Michael completely agrees with this statement. On the basis, that when two or more people come together great things can happen. Therefore, we are building a team of six in the team, which will bring collaboration between members and will encourage communication and leadership as they build their business. If you have a 14 to 15-year-old young adult and are interested in business, please get in touch by emailing Michael@michaelcrane.live for a short application process to be accepted into the team and project. Please note: the founding members of the one to a million project will be the people choosing who will be joining the team. Greed & Fear Rule your life The Young Entrepreneurs are developing their interests and keen to explore areas of their business acumen right from the start. Although they are finding recording the podcast surreal, the topics and conversations at this early stage are encouraging to hear and see. In life, we all fear the unknown, similar to anyone stepping out in business on the first day of the journey. The young entrepreneurs are still studying at school, the one to a million protect is already seeing development in several key areas of their development. The fear of failure is always at the forefront of one's mind. It doesn't have to be this way if you have a plan of what you are doing, where you are going and what needs to happen in order for you to achieve your end results. The main thing we are focussing on right now is building routines each week, which over time become consistent. You have probably heard on previous podcast interviews Michael Crane had with his walking buddy Simon Teague. We recently walked The South Downs Way, which stretches from Winchester - UK to Eastbourne UK, Overall, it wasn't that far, only 120 miles from end to end. If you like what you hear on the podcast today, please don't forget to follow the show. If you have a young Entrepreneur that you think would like to join the team, please email michael@michaelcrane.live for an informal chat about being part of the one to a million project.
Entrepreneurship is not taught in school, how can we improve the pitfall? South Downs Way We started in October 2020 during lockdown walking The South Downs Way and last week, we walked stage 10 out of 12 from Housedean to Alfriston, ending at St Andrew's Church. During the lockdown, walking and talking is truly amazing, we have found that while walking and talking, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and the office is truly amazing. The mind needs a place to settle down, it really needs to dis-connect with the normal and give it the space to come alive with fresh exciting, thought-provoking ideas that have a profound impact, if you spark the creative side of your mind to flow. Since, starting the walk-in Winchester, some 90 miles ago, we have gone through all the challenges you face in business. If you break the walk up into three equal sections, there has clearly been the euphoria of starting the walk, the middle bit we will call the grunt phase, where you just want to get it done, this is the middle part, and now as we enter the last third of the walk we are once again feeling euphoric. South Downs Way We started in October 2020 during lockdown walking The South Downs Way and last week, we walked stage 10 out of 12 from Housedean to Alfriston, ending at St Andrew's Church. During the lockdown, walking and talking is truly amazing, we have found that while walking and talking, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and the office is truly amazing. The mind needs a place to settle down, it really needs to dis-connect with the normal and give it the space to come alive with fresh exciting, thought-provoking ideas that have a profound impact, if you spark the creative side of your mind to flow. Since, starting the walk-in Winchester, some 90 miles ago, we have gone through all the challenges you face in business. If you Financial Independence Entrepreneurship & financial independence is a fascinating subject and one we feel needs to be taught in school, arguably this is why we do business. We feel Secondary Schools have inconsistent standards, with regards to teach in basic financial skills. College students are not taught about how to manage their finance, despite many taken on £1,000s of pounds in student loans and credit card debt to pay for school. The result is a younger generation, facing, financial deficits without a solid foundation for how to save, invest, and grow. Why is entrepreneurship not taught in school? was on the agenda as we walked through some of the most glorious countryside the country has to offer, from the rolling hills to the winding paths, passing through some of the most picturesque little villages imaginable. Not somewhere, I would like to live, but quite simply amazing for the inhabitants that have made the place home. Home is where the heart is. Thanks for listening! Please comment, like, and share. Want to reach us? Connect on Twitter @michaelcrane44
It's another episode in the new format where it's just Jody and David... talking stuff.For some reason it starts on social media abuse and ends up with Jody and David turning into Human Rights Watch.In this episode Jody and David talk:Beth Potter and why Olympics qualification needs a wildcard optionCalling out journalists who diss runners on social mediaWhy they'd pay good money to see big-name match-upsA mega brief triathlon training updateHow David's Caffeine Bullet ad has ruined reputations in Saudi ArabiaHow to get away with doping thanks to UK Anti-dopingRunning brands and pandering to the ChineseWhy Parkrun is a European plot to force us to use metricRevealing the truth behind Inov-8's sexy new running shoe - and it's cinematic quality promotional videoJody's confusion about his RunBritain entry and being misgendered (again!)CFTB and his attempt to break the course record at the South Downs Way 50 #formalityRecent reviewsWhy they need to improve their Youtube gameEnjoy!If you enjoyed this episode please SUBSCRIBE to get every episode delivered to you before everyone else.Join the conversation! Suggest future guests, wallow in your malaise or offer your unsolicited opinion on running issues or anything else over at the Bad Boy Running Podcast Facebook group, here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/badboyrunningSend us your feedback and comments at letters@badboyrunning.com.Join the Bad Boy Running Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/badboyrunningVisit the Bad Boy Running store for merchandise: https://store.badboyrunning.comJoin the Bad Boy Running Club here: https://club.badboyrunning.comFollow Bad Boy Running on social media: Website: https://www.badboyrunning.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BadBoyRunningInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/badboyrunningpodcast... Twitter:
21 MINS‘If music be the food of love, play on!' Iridesco, Lulu, Dolly and Dove are helped by Roger who lives beneath the thatch of a beautiful barn on the South Downs Way. As romance blossoms, a rude interruption brings out another side of Roger's personality.Iridesco: A Homer's Odyssey is an almost fictional story about a flock of feral pigeons in lockdown. Set in Brighton, London and the countryside in between, it follows the lives of Iridesco, Lulu, Dolly and Dove as they embark on a journey that teaches them about the dangers and delights of life as a bird and the relationship between humans, pigeons and homing pigeons.Part adventure story, part rom-com, the series features raucous crows that speak in iambic pentameter, a trip along the Regent's Canal and a mysterious code of honour that all birds must follow.Writer/narrator: Kitty Fisher Music : The Big Push https://www.thebigpushband.com/ Producer : Dominic North Artwork: Lotte North Sound effects: Freesound https://freesound.org/ Original story idea: Ed Hill.Support the show (https://buymeacoffee.com/kittyfisher)
Fabrizio Scaglione takes host Niall Grimes for a hike along the South Downs Way, 100 miles from Winchester to Eastbourne. Along the way there is much to get you thinking, especially since the impact of time is ever present, from prehistory to the far future.
Katie Holmes is a UK-based runner and charity consultant who loves cross country, track and park run. On her website she shares the stories of female runners over 50 and highlights their achievements. Katie is also an independent sports historian, focusing on the history of women's endurance running. Her work is driven by a desire to capture stories which might otherwise be lost and to recover, and uncover, stories which have faded out of the collective memory due to the marginalisation of women in sport. In 2020 she was awarded an Independent Researcher Fellowship by the Women's History Network. Listen to Katie on the Tough Girl Podcast! New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Make sure you hit the subscribe button so you don’t miss out. The tough girl podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. To find out more about supporting your favourite podcast and becoming a patron please check out www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Show notes Who is Katie Starting running in her late 40s Being born in Scotland What life was like growing up Having a love for the outdoors Not being active in team sports Why she decided to start running Joining a local running club Going to Park Run Becoming part of the running community Figuring out that she could run faster Signing up for the Robin Hood Half Marathon Turning 50 in 2013 Blogging about women runners over 50 Dealing with Rheumatoid Arthritis in her late 20s and yearly 30s Wanting to get a range of different women with different experiences What a typical running week looks like Running her first ultra in 2019 Equinox 24 hour race Running through the night Speaking to runners over 50 about what motivated runners to participate in this event Being inspired by her sister Judith who is 2 years older South Downs Way 50 The history of women’s endurance running Run Equal Campaign Advice for new runners Park Run Learn to run courses Racing a marathon using the “run, walk, run” method Final words of advice Social Media Website - www.runyoung50.co.uk Twitter - @RunYoung50 Instagram - @RunYoung50 Facebook - @runyoung50 Run Equal - https://runequal.org
In 2012 punk and folk singer-songwriter Frank Turner was on top of the world. He had his first gold record, headlined his first arena show, and to top it all off he performed at the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics. But as the press requests and celebrity party invited poured, Frank chose to step out of the limelight and head home, back to Winchester and the Meon Valley where he spent the first part of his life, to walk the South Downs Way. For this programme Frank returns to the area to find out more about its rich Saxon history and its unique wildlife habitats, and to explore how this area shaped him as a person and as a musician, with songs like 'Take Me Home' and 'Wessex Boy' drawing so strongly from the landscape. There's even time for him to speak to his Mum! Producer: Toby Field
Tom Evans made his mark on the ultrarunning world in 2017, when he came third in the 251km desert ultra Marathon des Sables. Despite entering on the back of a bet with a friend, having won the first ultra he entered, the 2016 Beacons Ultra, his third-place finish was the best result any European had ever achieved in the history of the race. Tom astounded once again in 2018 when he won the 101km CCC race at the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB). It was the pinnacle of an incredibly successful racing year, which also saw him take the top spot – and break course records – at the Coastal Challenge Costa Rica and the South Downs Way 50. A British Army Captain, Tom was little known to the ultrarunning world until 2017 but is now one of the world's leading ultra-athletes. At the end of this episode, Tom springs a surprise by announcing his biggest goal for 2021. Connect with the Global Sports Channel here Website https://globalsportschannel.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/globalsports... Instagram https://www.instagram.com/globalsport... Twitter https://twitter.com/GlobalSportsChn *Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favour of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS
In this week's episode Edwina Sutton interviews the male winner Josh Barrow and the female winner Michelle Maxwell and John Kynaston interviews Nikki & Dan Carr Walls about their company Run againPlus we have Race Results, Competition winner and our top tip is Eddie sharing the Power Hour with a competition for this weekLinksPlease join our Facebook group ‘Run to the Hills'https://www.facebook.com/groups/1005937909821744To read our blogs please visit and click on Bloghttps://www.chiacharge.co.uk/Run to the Hills YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUcGDYF8919iZSDC8uV9xgRun Again (Dan & Nikki's company)https://www.runagain.uk/?fbclid=IwAR0ajFoLtCvaFKDNx_EWcCnJwlQdwXCT7r7i3UTp6u3SeWPJ8jpBjfe2VywResults from Gloucester 24hr Racehttps://www.racedirector.co.uk/events/gloucester-invitational-track-race-2020Lakeland 100 Lapland Virtual Racehttps://lakeland100.com/Centurion One Communityhttps://onecommunity.centurionrunning.com/races/one-community-2020?fbclid=IwAR22GBk0spL88r8oL9_zifSV1EFrVcioTXQgAE6qeyh9QR4yjWAa_hOSe8QShow notes0:00-8:23 Welcome from cohosts John & Eddie update on running plans8:23-9:40 Race Results9:40-13:03 Competition Winner13:03-21:42 Top Tip - Power Hour21:42–35:11 John interviews Dan & Nikki Carr Walls35:11-1:13:22 Eddie interviews Josh Barrow and Michelle Maxwell1:13:22-1:15:04 Closing comments
In this week's episode John Kynaston interviews cohost Edwina Sutton and ‘Love to Run Coaching' Dave Troman about how to plan your training programme.Plus we have Race Results and we announce our competition winner.LinksPlease join our Facebook group ‘Run to the Hills'https://www.facebook.com/groups/1005937909821744To read our blogs please visit and click on Bloghttps://www.chiacharge.co.ukRun to the Hills YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUcGDYF8919iZSDC8uV9xDave Troman ‘Love to Run Coaching'http://lovetoruncoaching.co.uk/Show notes0:00-10:48 Introduction - Hosts John & Eddie chat about how their training has gone for the South Downs Way 10010:48-15:06 Race Results15:06-18:12 Competition winner18:12-21:14 Introduction to interview about Planning your Training21:14-1:11:28 John Kynaston interviews Eddie Sutton & Dave Troman1:11:28-1:17:26 Closing comments
In the third of their post Covid 19 hundred mile races, Centurion held the Autumn 100 this month. For Grand Slammers like Sonny Peart it meant a very compressed few months to get three 100 mile races complete, and not leave himself too broken for the final, the South Downs Way 100 in November. Hear how he got on and the unique aspects of the A100 race compared to traditional point-to-point races. Sonny is also co-founder of Black Trail Runners, which campaigns to increase the participation, inclusion and representation of black people in trail running. We discuss the lake of diversity in trail running and the reasons behind this, along with what he and the running community can do tackle the issue and introduce many more runners to the sport we love. For more irreverent running nonsense head to www.runlikeduck.co.uk For Centurion events head to www.centurionrunning.com
Joanna Hennon and I are back with another co-hosted episode! This week, we’re talking about how to use oracle cards in your outdoor adventures, and how the cards can enrich your inner journey. Ever since I first walked the South Downs Way, I’ve been pulling oracle cards before my long-distance walks. I pull one card for each day, and sometimes I’ll pull an extra card to represent the overarching theme of the journey. It helps me to set the intention for each day, and gives me insight into what’s going on for me internally. Plus, when the going gets rough (physically), it gives me a mantra to focus on as I put one foot in front of the other toward my destination. More about Joanna Hennon Joanna is a #SoulSmart Success Mentor – she helps people to easily create more success by using the wisdom and power we all have access to at soul level. Living life from a place of soul power, in tune with your higher self and your Guides, and using the Law of Attraction with intention will literally change your life! To get started, grab one of these free resources: http://joannahennon.com/freebies/ Listen To This Episode What You'll Learn What are oracle cards Why you might want to use oracle cards in your outdoor adventures How oracle cards can enrich your outdoor adventures How I use oracle cards before a long-distance walk All the different ways you can use oracle cards in your adventures Questions to ask your oracle card deck before an outdoor adventure How to redefine your concept of “outdoor adventures” if you’re not feeling adventurous Things We Discussed Alone on the Ridgeway book The Best Oracle Cards To Tap Into Your Intuition 44 Powerful Questions To Ask Oracle Cards How To Use Oracle Cards To Connect With Your Intuition 7 Ways To Use Oracle Cards In Your Business Connect With Holly Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.
In this week's episode hosts John Kynaston and Edwina Sutton discuss their training for the South Downs Way 100 in 7 weeks time. Plus our Top Tip this week is all about Emotional Finishes.We announce our competition winner from last week and explain this week's competition.The main part of this episode is an interview with Kristian Delacour who recently completed a FKT (Fastest Known Time) on the 234 mile Caledonian Way which starts in Campbelltown and finishes in Inverness.We love to hear from you so please email us at runtothehills@chiacharge.co.ukand join our Facebook group 'Run to the Hills'https://www.facebook.com/groups/1005937909821744Show notes0-1:20 Introduction1:20-3:00 Congratulations to Sabrina Verjee and Alex Morley3:00-6:04 Competition winner announced6:05-12:45 Training update12:45-23:35 Top Tip - Emotional Finish23:45-57:37 John Kynaston interviews Kristian Delacour57:37-58:48 Farewell
In this week's episode hosts John Kynaston and Edwina Sutton chat about their training for the South Downs Way 100 and share their Top Tip about Flexibility in Training and Racing. We announce the winner of last week's competition about dnf (did not finish) and give details of this week's competition. Each week Chia Charge who sponsor this podcast provide prizes. Our main interview is with GB ultra athlete Cat Simpson. We talk about flexibility in her training and racing this year and also about her work as a nurse on a Covid ward. Links Run to the Hills Blog posts https://www.chiacharge.co.uk/blogs/news Facebook group 'Run to the Hills' https://www.facebook.com/groups/1005937909821744If you want to watch this episode on our YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUcGDYF8919iZSDC8uV9xg
In our inaugural episode of the Hiiker podcast, we reminisce about our trip to the South east of England in 2019 to complete the 100 mile South Downs way. This was Eoin's Daughter's (Katelynn) first long distance trail! Enjoy our first ever episode of the podcast
This week's episode is all about the 2020 Hardmoors 110 / 160 which took place over the weekend of Friday 21st - Sunday 23rd August. We have interviews with Race Director Jon Steele plus five runners who took part in the either the 110 mile or 160 mile race. Also John Kynaston and Edwina Sutton discuss dnf (did not finish) as our Top Tip. Plus we announce our competition winner from episode 02 about motivation and open up this week's competition.Run to the Hills Facebook grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1005937909821744 Timings for this episode 0-6mins Welcome and John & Edwina discuss their training for the South Downs Way 100 6-7.30mins Update on Donnie Campbell's Munro challenge 7.30-9mins Competition winner announced 9-21.30mins John & Edwina share thoughts on dnf in our Top Tip for this week including competition details for this episode 21.30-26.30mins Jon Steele interview live from the finish line at 7am Sunday morning 26.30-37mins Tremayne Cowdry (110 finisher) interview 37mins- 1hr 16mins Group interview with Paul Nelson, Kim Cavill (160 runners), Lee Kemp and Nicole Brown (110 runners) 1hr 16mins - 1hr 20mins Closing comments
Harry talks to Jon Green about his last minute decision to run the South Downs Way in southern England to help his cousin, Mark who is battling cancer. The video version of this episode: https://youtu.be/Kt7wP2rGE1I Jon's gofundme page: https://gf.me/u/yfqrxj To contact Jog On: thisisjogon@gmail.com Hit subscribe, and thank you for your support
I'm back again, with another solo episode! This week, I'm talking about personal development through outdoor adventures. Getting outdoors in Nature has been a huge part of my personal growth, though I never actually thought about it that way until recently. There is so much you can learn about yourself from getting outdoors, and there are so many mental muscles you can develop. Listen To This Episode What You'll Learn How outdoor adventures can be an important part of your personal growth How you can do inner work through getting outdoors How outdoors adventures help you increase your self-trust and self-confidence How to improve life skills through outdoor adventures How getting outdoors can help you to face fears + let go of them Things I Discussed Woodcraft School Alone on the South Downs Way Related Reading Solo Hiking for Women: Staying Safe in the Outdoors Hiking With Autism: How to Get Outdoors When You're on the Autism Spectrum Ultimate Gear and Packing List for One-Day Hikes and Walks Ultimate Gear and Packing List for Multi-Day Hikes and Walks Ultimate Gear and Packing List for Backpacking and Car Camping Walking the South Downs Way: Planning Your Adventure Walking The Ridgeway: Planning Your Ridgeway Walk Related Episode 359 Adam Wells ~ How To Prepare For Your First Long Distance Trail (now with downloadable transcript!) Connect With Holly Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.
My guest in this episode is Frit Sarita Tam - she's an adventure filmmaker and photographer, rock climber, hiker, paddle boarder and more! Frit's introduction to the outdoors was by no means gentle - a 50km, 16 hour charity hike on the South Downs Way with no previous hiking experience. But it sparked a fascination with spending time outside and since then, she's consciously taken baby-steps (as she calls them) towards a more outdoorsy career and life. Those small moves forward have led her to taking up micro adventures after work, new outdoor hobbies, filming a documentary about a paddle boarding record and working for the Bear Grylls Survival Academy. Frit is a British Chinese lesbian and she's also passionate about trying to help other people in marginalised groups feel that the outdoors is for them too. I hope you enjoy this episode and Frit's story. Listen out for her tips for an outdoorsy life and don't forget that at the end of the podcast there's the relaxing minute of sounds from nature, recorded by some of you! The Outdoors Fix is a podcast produced and hosted by Liv Bolton @liv_outsideuk It is proudly supported by Ellis Brigham Mountain Sports – stores nationwide and online offering everything you need to equip you for the best outdoors experience. The post Frit Sarita Tam: How a charity walk led to an outdoorsy life and career appeared first on The Outdoors Fix.
Now in the 9th year, another ultra from Centurion Running - the South Downs Way 100 runs from Winchester to Eastbourne, finishing on the running track for an amazing sprint finish! It boasts a beautiful course, a couple of significant hills and a total climb of 12,700ft. Sadly for 2020 it's had to be postponed to November so instead relive the race through an interview with Kerry and hear about her journey from cross country to ultra runner.
I'm back again, with another solo episode! I've been getting emails from readers and podcast listeners asking me questions about writing their own books. With some of the people I sense a little hesitance—“Is my story worth telling?” I suspect they might be asking themselves. My answer: “Yes, it absolutely is.” I went through the same process when I worked on my first walking book, Alone on the South Downs Way, which just became available in its second edition. Despite the fact that I enjoy reading books about other people's walking adventures, I wondered if my story was actually worth telling. Thankfully, I did. Then I went on to write three more books about my walking long-distance trails. Next year, I hope to update my book on The Ridgeway, in the same way that I updated my South Downs Way book this year. Listen To This Episode What You'll Learn How to tell if your story is worth sharing How to get started sharing your story How to decide on the format of your story How to get clear on the things that might get in the way of putting it out there How to get the mindset you need to tell your story Things I Discussed Alone on the South Downs Way http://getbook.at/SDW All my other books http://hollyworton.com/books Related Episodes 298 Jo Casey + Holly ~ What it Takes to Publish Your Book (Both Inner & Outer Work) (now with downloadable transcript!) 265 Holly Worton ~ How to Know if You Should Write a Book For Your Business (now with downloadable transcript!) BMP155 Jo + Holly ~ How to Get a Book Out of Your Head and Onto Amazon (now with downloadable transcript!) BMP144 Halona Black ~ How to Create Your Signature Book for Your Business R2B126 Sylvie McCracken ~ How to Create Passive Income Through Ebooks Connect With Holly Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.
Last summer 4 friends took on the South Downs Way - an ancient 100-mile ridgeline that spans the southeast coast of England. Starting in Winchester and finishing in East Bourne the historic chalk path has over 3500m of climbing and not a car in sight, just rolling steep hills as far as the eye can see. The South Downs was the training ground of UK cycling legend Sean Yates, the third UK rider to wear the Yellow Jersey. Now his son Liam Yates carries on the tradition, joined by mates Neil Philips, Sophie Edmondson, and Anna Mcleod. In these strange times of isolation, this short film is a reminder to all of the simple joys of cycling with friends. A joy that for the time being must remain a memory. Please do not travel to the South Downs during this period of lockdown, it is a beautiful ancient land and it isn't going anywhere.
In the latest episode the two pals discuss their broken derailleur woes and the fact that this weekend they should have both met up and cycled the South Downs Way. They also discuss the need for a sat nav and the miracle that is side load bottle cages.
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Hear about walking the South Downs Way in England as the Amateur Traveler talks to Aaron Millar about this week-long trek.
Hear about walking the South Downs Way in England as the Amateur Traveler talks to Aaron Millar about this week-long trek.
Hear about walking the South Downs Way in England as the Amateur Traveler talks to Aaron Millar about this week-long trek.
Adam Ranger A super interview with Druid/Bard/Drummer Adam Ranger, about walking the South Downs Way, his Druidry & spiritual experiences and his love of the Pentacle Drummers. Adam says: I am 53 years of age and I was born and bred in South London. I moved to Sussex 20 years ago and now very much call Sussex my home. I have always been interested in myths and legends and old stories and folklore. I came to paganism through the Folklore of the trees. Whilst trying to learn how to identify the different English trees some 17 years ago, I stumbled across the Ogham language and it fascinated me. This in turn led me to the path of Druidry. A path I still walk today. I love the bardic element to Druidry, and I have as a result studied the various old tales and folklore associated with these blessed Isles. My Druidry led me to start writing short stories and poems again. Many of these poems and tales centred around the wheel of the year and the cycles of nature. Many of them also got their first public performance during the Eistedfodd section of the Open Rituals held by the Anderida Gorsedd. The Gorsedd meets on a hill beneath the feet of the Log man of Wilmington. A chalk figure in East Sussex. That is where the name of My Blog and my You tube channel comes from. I have been honoured to have been awarded the title of Chief Bard of Anderida on three separate occasions. Mentions Nik Turner Butser Ancient Farm & the Wicker Man Kate Bush Anderida Gorsedd The Celtic Myth Podshow Pentacle Drummers - website, Facebook, Twitter Adam's Blog - A Druid's Journey Adam's YouTube channel - Beneath the Long Man's Feet ============================================= Contact Ruthie by email inbedwithadruid@gmail.com Follow Ruthie on Facebook at http://facebook.com/InBedWithADruid or Instagram @InBedWithADruid Chat to Ruthie on Twitter @InBedWithADruid
In episode 4 of the Just Riding About podcast, the chaps continue their preparations for the South Downs Way mountain bike ride. Bob tells us about a revolutionary way of cleaning his bike, almost by magic, whilst Enzo finds he needs to spend money if he wants his trusty old mountain bike to get up to spec. Oh and Bob falls off on into mud on the way home from work.
UK ultra-running leading-lady Nicky Spinks gives an honest debrief on her history-making double Paddy Buckley Round and her debut in The Barkley Marathons, plus some indispensable 7-weeks-to-go BGR advice. And the team celebrate Easter with runs in the Yorkshire Three Peaks Race, along the South West Coast Path and the South Downs Way and up […]
UK ultra-running leading-lady Nicky Spinks gives an honest debrief on her history-making double Paddy Buckley Round and her debut in The Barkley Marathons, plus some indispensable 7-weeks-to-go BGR advice. And the team celebrate Easter with runs in the Yorkshire Three Peaks Race, along the South West Coast Path and the South Downs Way and up […]
Chanctonbury Ring - a mysterious landmark which has caught the imagination of people going back thousands of years. A lurking spot for the Devil, Julius Caesar, Saxon ghosts, World War 2 bombs, Morris Dancers, the Great Beast Aleister Crowley, Victorian picnics and almost anything else you could imagine.. Justin Hopper's book Old Weird Albion covers Chanctonbury and other magic-infused sites along the South Downs Way: http://www.pennedinthemargins.co.uk/index.php/2017/09/the-old-weird-albion/ Justin and Sharron Kraus released the album Chanctonbury Rings in 2018: https://ghostbox.greedbag.com/buy/chanctonbury-rings-0/ Jacqueline Simpson has written several books, but a good place to start is her book Folklore of Sussex: https://www.thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/folklore-of-sussex/9780752499994/ The rest of the music in this episode comes from Adrien Rhodes, who I have to say a huge thank you too for providing the textures and ambience for Monument.
This episode has by far the largest cast of walkers we’ve ever assembled – and the most musicians. The lead singer of Oysterband John Jones started walking from gig to gig and singing on the way long before our podcast was invented. He’s done it all over the country and he’s usually accompanied by a bunch of fans who call themselves the Reluctant Ramblers. On a scorching hot summer’s day, we joined them for a walk over Old Winchester Hill, along part of the South Downs Way and the Meon Valley to the Wickham Festival. On top of the hill John and his band perform "Waking Through Ithonside". After lunch at the pub they give us “Ferryman” and on arrival at the festival the very appropriate “I Will Never Stop Moving”. Along the way John reflects on creativity and the effect of a recent brush with cancer on his view of life and making music It is a life-affirming journey through quintessential English countryside with one of folk rock’s leading singers. Become a patron of Folk on Foot at www.patreon.com/folkonfoot. Sign up for our newsletter at www.folkonfoot.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram; @folkonfoot.
Today’s Guest I'm back again, with another solo episode! This week's topic is inspired by my recent walk along the 100-mile South Downs Way. This journey was very, very different from the first time I walked the trail: the first time, I focused on the destination more than the journey; this time, I focused the journey more than the destination. I know people always say that it's important to focus on the journey, and not the destination, but I don't agree with that. It's a delicate balance, because you kind of have to focus on both. In this episode, I discuss how to apply this concept to life. Listen To This Episode What You'll Learn Why you need to focus on both the journey AND the destination How to balance your focus between the journey and the destination Whether or not we always have to know where we're going How to find joy in the journey Why it's important to evaluate the different paths to reach our goals How reviewing our progress along the way can increase the joy in our journey Things I Discussed 318 Holly Worton ~ How to Be Goal Driven & Still Allow Yourself Flexibility 317 Holly Worton ~ Know Yourself: How to Answer the Question of “Where Am I Going?” 304 Holly Worton ~ How To Prioritize When You Can’t Do It All Connect With Holly Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.
Today’s Guest I'm back again, with another solo episode! Today, I'm going to talk about recent changes in my business (as of this week!) and what that means for this podcast. I'm also going to go deeper into the details of what's been going on behind the scenes so you can get a better idea of what transition looks like. I know that a lot of business owners go through changes and will of ten pivot the focus of their business, and I think it's important to talk about what these changes often look like. They're not always smooth and easy! I know I've been talking about changes since this time last year, but it hasn't happened as planned, so I want to share the reality of what's been going on. Listen To This Episode What You'll Learn What change actually looks like The behind-the-scenes peek at what's been going on for me What's in store for this podcast Things I Discussed Changes Are Afoot http://www.hollyworton.com/changes-are-afoot/ Cracking the Code to My Weight Loss http://www.hollyworton.com/cracking-the-code-to-my-weight-loss-keto-omad/ Business Beliefs http://www.hollyworton.com/mindset-books/ Alone on the South Downs Way http://www.hollyworton.com/walking-books/ Connect With Holly Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.
Allie Bailey joins David Hellard as they grill James Elson, who is not only race director of Centurion Running that runs classic 100 and 50 miler races, including the South Downs Way 100, North Downs Way 100, Thames Path 100 and Autumn 100... ... but he's also an incredible ultrarunner himself having competed in some of the world's best-known and toughest ultras. In this episode, you'll discover: Why James was suitably impressed with Hellard's first ultra attempt at Country To Capital The lengths James went to in order to qualify for Badwater How the challenge of running a 100 miler has changed The funniest complaint James has ever received moment after a competitor finished The amazing lengths James went to in the early days of Centurion to organise the race The importance of volunteers in 100 milers and how volunteering at aid stations can add to your ultra training How to tell when someone's "done" on a 100 miler (and when to dust them off and kick them back out there...) How "what is possible" has changed in terms of the times of running 100 milers The competitor who has achieved an incredible 28 consecutive DNFs on Centurion events (honorary Do-Badder status right there!) Why the Autumn 100 should be your first 100 miler (if you're thinking about doing a 100 miler) Before jumping into the interview, Allie and David debrief after their live podcast broadcast at the Lovetrails Festival where the Commandment of BBR are revealed. You can watch/listen to it here again: https://www.facebook.com/allie.bailey1/videos/10156475387078879/ The Silk Cut for this episode is 27 minutes. If you enjoyed this episode please SUBSCRIBE to get every episode delivered to you before everyone else. Join the conversation! If you want to request a guest or chat about this episode with like-minded drunk runners then head over to our Facebook Group, answer three questions either correctly or hilariously and we'll realise you're not a spam robot and add you in! You can also follow us on Twitter, Jody is @Ultrarunnerjody, David is @DavidHellard and the joint account is @BadBoyRunning1 You can also email us letters@badboyrunning.com Lastly, don't forget to subscribe! FYB!
Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters, a series of chalk cliffs, are a stretch of the South Downs Way public walking trail in southeast England. The nearby hamlets of Birling Gap and East Dean provide great information and a place to rest. At http://www.ricksteves.com, you'll find money-saving travel tips, small-group tours, guidebooks, TV shows, radio programs, podcasts, and more on this destination.
Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters, a series of chalk cliffs, are a stretch of the South Downs Way public walking trail in southeast England. The nearby hamlets of Birling Gap and East Dean provide great information and a place to rest. At http://www.ricksteves.com, you'll find money-saving travel tips, small-group tours, guidebooks, TV shows, radio programs, podcasts, and more on this destination.
Catching up with Anna-Marie Watson who we last spoke with a year ago. Anna-Marie constantly pushes her own mental and physical boundaries and has achieved considerable success at an elite international level in various endurance sports. Anna-Marie combines the disciplines of ultra running and long distance triathlon with the odd adventure race thrown in for good measure. Her endurance journey spans over thirteen years with an initial gentle introduction with the London marathon (2004 and 2007), CCC race of the UTMB series (2007) and Everest Marathon (2007). Recent ultra-running career highlights include placing 7th lady in the Ultra Trail de Mont Blanc (2017), 1st lady in Half Marathon des Sables Fuerteventura (2017) and finishing 2nd lady in the Marathon des Sables (2015) . Over the last two years Anna-Marie has achieved podium finishes in the multi day trail runs organised by XNRG Cotswolds Way, Round the Island, Devil's Challenge along the South Downs Way, then placed 1st Lady in the Brutal Events The ONER (130km) along the Jurassic Coast and Ultra Trail World Tour Future Series Cappadocia 110km Ultra in Central Turkey. She also ventures over to the "dark side" of triathlon and has raced the Ironman 70.3 World Championships twice in Las Vegas and Mont Tremblant placing in the top third of her age group. Show notes The big goal of 2017 - UTMB What is the UTMB - Ultra Trail Mount Blanc - 170Km The ultra of all ultras… The backstory to the race and why this race captured her imagination Spending time in Chamonix Getting outside her comfort zone during the race What she’s learnt throughout the years! Racing in the dark and how she trains for it Building up the strength in her legs Rest and recovery, top tips - epsom salt baths & yoga toes! Focusing in on training for UTMB Going on a triathlon training camp Planning her season very tactically Maintaining motivation while training especially when it’s cold and dark Biggest challenge to overcome while training - TIME! Struggling with balance The run up the race and why it wasn’t chill! Wanting to get going…. dealing with bad weather …. -9 Being on the start line.. what it was like! Having a goal for the race and why she wanted to enjoy it Wanting to give it her all The race and knowing the route! Routines at checkpoint Nutrition and managing nutrition while racing The moment which stood out during the race The mental mindset while racing! How to end the race strong - 7th women! 93rd overall! 1st British Lady! What she learnt from the race Being destroyed Half Marathon des Sables So what’s next…& creating the space for things happen! Ranking in races and winning a place at MDS 2018! Social Media Website & Blog: www.rfmcoaching.com Twitter: @RFMCoaching Facebook: @RFMCoaching Instagram: @RFMCoaching
Do you ever think about how supposedly inanimate objects might have sounds? I didn't think so. Well your in luck because that's exactly what I was thinking about as I continued my hike on the beautiful South Downs Way through the southern part of England.. don't ignore me! And don't forget you can follow us @arthouse43, you can make donations at ArtHouse43.com and you can bring a little money to the show simply by clicking on the Amazon.com link on our website, ArtHouse43.com or TroyMeetsWorld.com, before you shop at Amazon!
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The boys turn South from the South Downs Way and head towards the sea. Featuring a Runkeeper-related confession from Rob, Irish adventures - and accents - a beautiful, sad spot, lots of map-reading, Bill Bryson, the pros and cons of solitude, and a wind that slides inexorably up the Beaufort Scale towards Gale Force. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/runningcommentary. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Clare Balding walks the The South Downs, from Bo Peep to Alfriston, in the company of writers June Goodfield and Lynne Truss. They've both been involved in a project for local people to write a new version of Eleanor Farjeon's poem, A Sussex Alphabet. Eleanor may be best known for the words to the much loved hymn Morning Has Broken. June and Lynne adore the South Downs although Lynne admits to being something of a timid walker, happier to be in a group and to carry a big stick. The day's walk inspired Clare to add her own contribution to the enterprise, after Amanda Elms of the South Downs National Park, explains the lifecycle of the Damselfly D is for Damselfly Summer's golden glow started to fade With a walk ancient footsteps had made Regular steps along the grassy path To the rythmic beat of a wooden staff. Gentle chat as we looked far beyond When we spotted a stray from the nearby pond A long insect lying on the ground Not making a movement or a sound. Pairs of bright blue spots along its back Like eyes shining on a cloth of black. Wings open, their delicate filigree Paused and framed for all to see. "What is it doing?" I began, Ignorant of their brief lifespan. "It's dying" came the instant reply I swallowed hard and tried not to cry. A beautiful creature swift and fast Living the day that would be its last. Without a whimper, minus a mess A Damselfly in silent distress. Producer: Lucy Lunt.
John McCarthy is this week's guest presenter, while Clare is away. The theme of this series of Ramblings is listeners' walks .Today's guests are volunteer rangers on the South Downs Way, Anni Townend and Ian Lock. Anni wrote to the programme to suggest we walk with her on a six mile stretch of the Way from Housedean Farm to Southease. This is her 'patch', which - as a ranger - she walks every month carrying out conservation work including scrub clearance and hedge laying, as well as improving public access and surveying wildlife and plantlife. OS Explorer 122 South Downs Way, Steyning to Newhaven 1:25,000 Producer: Karen Gregor.
Why has a new scheme to encourage people onto our national trails upset some people? For the first of two programmes from Sussex, Helen Mark has her running shoes on along the South Downs Way to find out about a project to encourage long-distance runners out into the countryside. The scheme has sparked controversy with a petition launched against the installation of electronic boxes on several of our 15 national trails. Trailblaze is a pilot project which has been launched by events company Endurance Life in partnership with Natural England to allow runners to take up the challenge of a long distance route whenever they want to rather than as part of a large event. The aim is to run as far as they would like to go, whenever they choose, and enter an electronic timing tag into boxes fitted at points along the way which records their progress. The scheme is currently operating on several of our national trails and the organisers say that this has been created by a team of trail runners who feel that the joy of running is increased greatly when it takes place in a stunning landscape. But walkers and outdoor enthusiasts are questioning the need for this scheme. Many people are concerned about the aesthetics of the scheme and what they see as the 'commercialisation' of the countryside. The electronic boxes, which appear at various points along the trails, have caused concern amongst traditionalists who see them as unnecessary and ugly and there is also concern about the pressure on the footpaths and how much the natural environment will be affected and damaged. For this week's Open Country, Helen Mark dons her running shoes and heads out onto the South Down Way where she meets Stuart Mills, a keen runner who has taken up the Trailblaze challenge. Helen also hears from Andrew Barker of Endurance Life and Tess Jackson, from Natural England who are behind the scheme about their reasons for setting it up. Nigel Buxton, whose home is close to the national trail and who moved there specifically to enjoy walking on the chalk of the Downs, tells Helen about his unhappiness with the electronic boxes that are found along the South Downs Way and Helen hears from outdoor writer, Mark Richards, about his concern for the welfare of the paths that we walk. Presenter: Helen Mark Producer: Helen Chetwynd.
England's South Downs Way offers a classic hike along cliff tops, over meadows, and through charming villages. Considered a birthright by local hiking enthusiasts, the public right of way is reinforced every year by a "mass trespass" across privately held lands. Small, friendly pubs along the way keep walkers properly hydrated and up-to-speed on the local lore. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.
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