Podcast appearances and mentions of Vassos Alexander

At the Cornwall Running Show on Sunday someone asked me if I could point them in the direction of the episodes on this podcast that have featured the Arc of Attrition 50 or 100Here they are in episode number and broadcast date order - you should be able to easily use this info on your podcast app or platform to find each episode:Ep 22 - Feb 11th 2020 - Being an Arc Angel at Penzance - recorded in the aid stationEp 79 - Feb 4th 2022 - Four 50 finishers share their experience including women's race winner Lucy WilliamsEp 80 - Feb 10th 2022 - Stuart Thomson 100 finisher with crew Rachel ThomsonEp 86 - Apr 24th 2022 - Tristan Stephenson - 100 course record holder at that point in 20:01:43Ep 108 - Jan 17th 2023 - Running the Dunes in the Dark with Tracy WaiteEp 109 - Feb 1st 2023 - Nick Pope Arc 50 FinisherEp 110 - Feb 6th 2023 - Holly Holmes - Top 10 women's finish in the 100Ep 111 - Feb 10th 2023 - Vassos Alexander - finisher in the 100Ep 138 - Feb 2nd 2024 - Pete Sowerby debut 100 in sub 24 hours Ep 139 - Feb 11th 2024 - Andy Williams valet manager at St IvesEp 146 - Apr 29th 2024 - UTMB acquire Arc with Andrew FergusonEp 161 - Nov 15th 2024 - Zennor to St Ives recce Ep 162 - Nov 19th 2024 - Hayle to Godrevy recce All this publicity I've given the Arc ! Has to be worth a free place in 2026! Send us a textThe 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 160 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

Welcome to the National Running PodShow, Brought to you by Runderwear! A new innovative form of content which is a re-invention of the podcast format. For runners. By runners.Runderwear Competition Runderwear are kindly sponsoring this season of the National Running PodShow. Even more, they are giving away a £100 gift card in every single episode of the series. Fill out the registration form, through the link below, with your details. https://www.runderwear.co.uk/pages/podshow-giveaway-ep2If that isn't enough, Runderwear are offering an exclusive 10% discount on their full range of products when you use the code PODSHOW at checkout.https://www.runderwear.co.uk/?utm_source=nrs&utm_medium=digital&utm_campaign=podshow In this episodeINTRODUCTION 00:00 GUEST INTERVIEW (Pt1) 10:15Radio presenter and expert runner Vassos Alexander joins Elise Downing on the sofa to talk about his journey into the running world, and offers incredible advise that will help runners of all abilities.KIT REVIEW 21:00Want the low-down on running vests? What? When? Where? How? Join Kate from Harrier Trail Running who answers all of these questionsTECH REVIEW 26:19Runna are taking the running world by storm. Learn how in this episode when owner, Josh Patterson chats to Elise.GUEST INTERVIEW (Pt2) 33:35 RACE REVIEW 43:53The Wild Goat Festival falls more into an all-round event for the family. Last weeks guest, Steve Cram, tells us all about it. NUTRITION REVIEW 52:12We welcome Aaron onto the PodShow to give the 101 on supplements and how they can support your running.EXPERT ADVICE 56:32How can a running coach help you rewire? A running coach can take you to a different level. Jules is an expert coach and speaks to Mike and Elise about the support she offers clients.OUTRO 1:07:04Listen to the audio versionhttps://shows.acast.com/the-national-running-clubNational Running Show Websitehttps://nationalrunningshow.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Vassos and Dr Chatterjee discuss 10 simple ways to feel great every day. E.g. less time on your phone, most stress is self-generated, your mind can become your own prison, talking to others and communicating, be nice to yourself in the mirror and “go holiday everyday” e.g. take 5-10 mins to step out of your life each day to gain perspective. Todays Sponsors:AG1: drinkAG1.com/HOWTOWOWCarFest: https://carfest.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the third of my trilogy of podcasts about the 2023 Arc of Attrition. On this episode Vassos Alexander shares his experience of this increasingly iconic event.Vassos compares the brutality of the course with the overwhelming friendliness of those who organise it and support it. A big shout out to Jane and Ferg of MudcrewWe met when Vassos came into the Penzance aid station at 39 miles and knowing he was in the race I took along a copy of his Running up that Hill book and asked him to sign it which he duly did. In return after the race I sent him a signed copy of my own book and asked whether he would be interested in coming on this podcast, the upshot of which is this episode.We talk about the comparison with the Spartathlon which he ran in 2017 and his love of ultra running - even though he doesn't like the word ultra.And his top tip for would be Ultra Runners? - just go and do it! Vassos suggests his next challenge is a Bob Graham Round.If you want to enter Mudcrew's Roseland August Trail Festival - known affectionately as the RAT series don't delay as places are being snapped up quickly - 2023 RAT This is episode 111 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 110 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.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 now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 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

Vassos Alexander is another Runpod Run Club Returner! He's also a radio and podcast presenter, an author, and a runner and joins Jenni on the podcast this week. They chat Vassos' challenge of running this week's London Landmarks Half wearing a costume, how his experience running the marathon wearing a Minion costume was, which London landmark he'll be running as this weekend, all about the world record he's trying to set whilst running in the costume, the joy of races returning to the running calendar, Run Fest Run, sadly having to pull out of the hardest 100 miler in the UK due to injury, the importance of sleep, and the beauty of cold water swimming.

The conversation over carbon shoes continues as Rick and Ben are joined by Kieran Alger and Vassos Alexander to discuss not just the performance side of the argument, but the greater impact on the culture of running that these super shoes is having.Kieran also announces a RIDICULOUS running adventure he's got planned later this year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Veteran of more than 100 marathon and ultra running events, Vassos Alexander is perhaps best known for his role as side-kick to Chris Evans on Virgin Radio but his experience, insight, anecdotes and guidance come from a place of many thousands of miles covered, not to mention completing the remarkable “Spartathlon”01:55 Introduction to Vassos07:45 The Spartathlon12:02 Talking us through Vassos' First Marathon16:00 Is Vassos a competitive person?18:45 How Vassos trained for his first marathon25:00 Training block for a sub 3 hour marathon30:40 What's the hardest race distance?37:40 Endurance training and interleukin response40:10 Testosterone levels41:55 Benefits of cold water47:35 Using heat for training effectivity50:20 Supplementation and magnesium52:00 Changing to a plant-based dietPlease make sure you like, subscribe, rate and review The Evolution Lab wherever you get your podcasts. It helps others discover the podcast more easily!The Evolution Lab is a Pod Prod Production. To find out more, go to www.podprod.co.uk

Vassos is a radio broadcaster, author and ultra runner. He has been the sports corespondent for the Chris Evans Breakfast Show for a decade and he also hosts the Parkrun Podcast. He has written three books on running including the bestselling ‘Running up that Hill, the highs and lows of going that bit further'. We talk jetpack injuries, the ethics of global travel and climate change, running the Lake District, the art of badly pacing an ultra, the 153 mile Spartathlon, Phidippides, Cretan ultra running and the Arc of Attrition.

Do you think that running just isn't for you? Or do you already enjoy running?Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I'll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests.Today's clip is from episode 31 of the podcast with sports reporter, author, and endurance runner, Vassos Alexander.In this clip, he shares his inspirational journey - from being unfit and out of shape to running ultramarathons. He believes it doesn't matter how far you run or how fast, just giving it a try could benefit your life in so many positive ways, and he gives some great tips on how to get started.Show notes and the full podcast are available at drchatterjee.com/31Thanks to our sponsor http://www.athleticgreens.com/livemoreFollow me on instagram.com/drchatterjeeFollow me on facebook.com/DrChatterjeeFollow me on twitter.com/drchatterjeeukDISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joining the Runpod run club this week is someone who shares more in common with Jenni than just a love of running, he also works in breakfast radio! Vassos Alexander is part of the Virgin Radio breakfast team, and isn’t one to shy away from turning up to work in running shorts. In this uplifting episode hear Vassos and Jenni talk about their shared early mornings, the return of parkrun, how he started just running down his road and ended up breaking 3 hours in the marathon, how he’ll miss when his daughter no longer runs alongside him holding his hand and his new love of fresh water swimming!

Radio presenter, author and serial marathon runner Vassos Alexander discusses his new book, How To Run a Marathon, and why he thinks everyone should attempt to run the distance at some point in their life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sarah-Jane Mee chats to Victoria Pendleton on a boost for cycling, how to make it safer for people on bikes, and life in lockdown. Paralympian and Strictly star Will Bayley talks about making facemasks to support a hospital close to his heart. He also chats about his injury and how he's looking forward to Tokyo 2021. Hotelier Sarah White describes how she's set up a scheme helping NHS workers get away after lockdown. The founder of the Peanut App – Michelle Kennedy – talks about why her idea has been vital for many mums stuck at home and carer Suraya Alvi tells us about her zoom chat with our future King.Presenter and author Vassos Alexander joins Sarah-Jane to talk about positive stories from the week and gives a shout out to some of those people doing incredible things. #inthistogether

[Sung]Snow is falling, all around us…We’re fell-running, having fun. It’s nearly Christmas and for Bob that means a long journey to meet three wise men; a hilly trinity of writers with endurance expertise to interview them for the podcast. First up is author, broadcaster and ultra runner Vassos Alexander. https://www.runfestrun.co.uk/running/team-captains With music from Kris Drever, […]

[Sung]Snow is falling, all around us…We’re fell-running, having fun. It’s nearly Christmas and for Bob that means a long journey to meet three wise men; a hilly trinity of writers with endurance expertise to interview them for the podcast. First up is author, broadcaster and ultra runner Vassos Alexander. https://www.runfestrun.co.uk/running/team-captains With music from Kris Drever, […]

Over the past 2 years, I have had the privilege of talking with some of the most influential and insightful voices in the health and wellbeing space. To celebrate, I have released 3 very special compilation episodes at the end of 2019, which happens to also be the end of the decade! In my new book, Feel Better in 5, I split up health into 3 main areas: Mind, Body and Heart. I covered ‘Mind’ and ‘Heart’ in the past 2 episodes of the podcast and in today’s show, the theme is ‘Body’ - we all know that moving our body each day is crucial for our health and our wellbeing - it give us more energy, better creativity, improves our sleep quality and so much more.In today’s episode, you are going to hear some of the best clips on this topic from my podcast. You will hear from the inspirational radio presenter, Vassos Alexander, on just how unfit he was a few years ago, why he started to exercise and how he has quickly become a really experienced and accomplished runner, the medical doctor, Mithu Storoni, who shares how regularly moving throughout the day helps you to buffer the effects of stress, the neuroscientist, Shane O’Mara, who explains how sitting around all day is exhausting and how movement actually energises us, and how walking can reverse aging in the brain. Then you will hear a clip from one of my most enjoyable conversations so far, with the filmmaker, Sanjay Rawal, who shares how we can approach running and, in fact, all movement, in a completely different way and use it as a pathway to transformation. I then share clips from the science journalist and author, Linda Geddes, on how going out for a walk every lunchtime helps you to strengthen your own circadian rhythm and helps you be more alert, Tony Riddle who shares his view on why humans are currently living in conflict with their evolutionary heritage and why he made the decision to remove all of the chairs from his house and finally, the inspirational, Ross Edgeley, who explains why the most important component for any movement practice is adherence - and why choosing a movement that you ENJOY is so important in terms of sticking to it in the long term. I hope you will find this an inspirational episode as we move from one decade, into a brand new one. Enjoy!There are a wide variety of 5 minute movements in my brand new book Feel Better in 5 - 5 minute bodyweight strength training workouts that require no equipment, 5 minute yoga flows, 5 minute HIIT workouts, 5 minute playful ones and so much more. You can order your very own copy now - Feel better in 5; Your Daily Plan to Feel Better for Life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It was a real pleasure to run part of Vassos' commute home from his job as co-presenter of the Virgin Radio breakfast show. We met at the News International studios near Borough Market in London and ran along the Thames. The weather was lovely and the pace was quick. We dodged tourists near the London Eye and had a thoroughly enjoyable chat. There's an interesting back story about this run which you'll have to ask Vassos to tell you.Vassos' enthusiasm for running is infectious. Just listening to him talk about his training and experiences on the breakfast show, both on BBC Radio 2 and more recently on Virgin Radio, its impossible not to get excited about getting your trainers on and getting out for some sweaty miles. Our run together was fascinating. Vassos is a hardcore runner. His distances eclipse mine by many, many miles. He deserves much respect for his training and attitude to competition. Hearing about his experience running round the Isle of Wight, the Dragon's Back and the epic Spartathlon got me all fired up about Ultras once more. Please let me know what you think in the comments.

Virgin Radio sports broadcaster Vassos Alexander pops in to talk marathons, Spartathlon and Run Fest Run. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In Partnership with TalkSPORT Sky Sports F1 presents the Behind The Wheel Podcast hosted by Rachel Brookes. In this episode she is joined by Rebecca Clancy and sports reporter Vassos Alexander as they discuss the first race of the season and look ahead to the night race in Bahrain and all the challenges the drivers are about to face. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“Try it, you will not regret it”Do you think running is just not for you? I think it will be hard not to want to give it a go after listening to this week’s podcast with BBC Radio 2 sports presenter, podcast host, author and self-confessed running addict, Vassos Alexander.Formerly unfit and out of shape, Vassos has now run the Spartathlon – a 153 mile ultramarathon race held annually in Greece. He shares his journey and gives a fascinating insight into the history behind this event. Vassos believes that it doesn’t matter how far you run or how fast, it is just about getting out there and giving it ago. And the benefits speak for themselves – he considers running a form of therapy. This is a lively and engaging conversation and Vassos’s passion for running is palpable – I hope it inspires you!Show notes available at drchatterjee.com/vassosFollow me on instagram.com/drchatterjee/Follow me on facebook.com/DrChatterjee/Follow me on twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A day that began with Roger Federer looking serene ended with him out of the tournament, Rafael Nadal fighting through at the last, and David Law speaking to a couple of special guests - BBC commentators Vassos Alexander and Russell Fuller - to try to cover it all on The Tennis Podcast.Federer was felled by Kevin Anderson, who saved match point and came back from two sets to love down to overcome Federer in 5. Was it a question of sensational play from the South African, or did Federer look short of his best? Did the change in scenery for Federer on Court One bother him after 19 successive Centre Court appearances? Nadal vs. Juan Martin del Potro was described by Andy Murray in the BBC commentary box as one of the best matches he has ever seen ‘live’, and it was hard to argue. Del Potro led two sets to one, but Nadal came back to win it in a marathon 5th set. Where was the match won and lost? Will Del Potro ever win another Slam? Is Nadal about to win Wimbledon and close the gap on Federer to just two major titles?Nadal will face Djokovic, who looked pretty sprightly in a four-set win over Kei Nishikori. Is Djokovic now back to his best? Will he beat Nadal?Isner bravely fought past Milos Raonic in four sets, from a set down. Could this be the 33-year-old’s time?Law, Alexander and Fuller all look ahead to the women’s semifinals and give their predictions for Angelique Kerber vs. Jelena Ostapenko and Serena Williams vs. Julia Goerges. The Tennis Podcast is produced daily throughout Wimbledon, presented by David Law and Catherine Whitaker.It is produced in associated with Telegraph Sport and sponsored by Amazon Prime Video, the new home of the US Open in the UK. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This fifth episode of the British Ultrarunning Podcast features Dan and James discussing the original ultra distance run, the 153 mile Spartathlon, with Vassos Alexander of BBC Radio 2 – finisher of this years event.

BBC broadcaster and incredible runner Vassos Alexander takes Paul and Rob - and his dog Holly - on a sunny spectacular round the green spaces of South West London. We hope you find this as inspiring as we did, it was GREAT. Some minor sound issues at the beginning - apologies. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/runningcommentary. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Florence is a machine in Barcelona. We announce the winner of the 'meet Yuki at Zurich Marathon' competition and Tom speaks to BBC radio's Vassos Alexander ahead of his first 100k and up and coming running book. Tony has a Trial, you Rate Your Run and step onto the Podium.