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  1. Katie Young

    2 DAYS AGO

    Katie Young

    Robin and I chat to Katie Young, who won first place individually and helped gain Gold for the women's team at the Anglo Celtic Plate. Katie has stormed onto the ultra running scene relatively recently and we discuss her past, her training and what’s next. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show. Listen on Spotify | Apple | Youtube For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, head over RunUltra. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners. If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, I’d love to hear from you; please send a message to kate@run-ultra.com. Get full access to RunUltra's Substack at runultra.substack.com/subscribe

    1hr 7min
  2. Ben Rothery

    1 MAY

    Ben Rothery

    Ben recently won the Trail Running Association British Middle Distance Championships at the Run Through Lakes 51k race, which earned him a place at the European Off Road Championships in Slovenia. We discuss training, the selection process and the confusing number of different terms and governing bodies there are for running off road both here and abroad. We wish him the best of luck! Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show. Listen on Spotify | Apple | Youtube For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, head over RunUltra. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners. If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, I’d love to hear from you; please send a message to kate@run-ultra.com. Get full access to RunUltra's Substack at runultra.substack.com/subscribe

    1hr 24min
  3. James Gibson

    24 APR

    James Gibson

    Flying solo, Kate chats to James who recently broke the record for a double Paddy Buckley, following on from his incredible Winter Double Bob Graham in December. They chat mountain skills, his approach to training, nutrition and kit for running in the Mountains. Next up will be the third Double; the Charlie Ramsey at the beginning of June and James also reveals the next big challenge: he will be attempting the Winter Munro’s - potentially taking up to 2 months. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show. Listen on Spotify | Apple | Youtube For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, head over RunUltra. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners. If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, I’d love to hear from you; please send a message to kate@run-ultra.com. Get full access to RunUltra's Substack at runultra.substack.com/subscribe

    46 min
  4. Chris Wright

    17 APR

    Chris Wright

    Chris started running ultras at 50 years old, 14 years ago. He’s run UTMB and since 2023 he’s done the full Spine, Challenger North and Challenger South. We talk about his background in mountaineering and his approach to running and training as he prepares to run a Bob Graham Round. As an older runner, it’s very inspiring to listen his positivity and plans going forward. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show. Listen on Spotify | Apple | Youtube For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, head over RunUltra. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners. If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, I’d love to hear from you; please send a message to kate@run-ultra.com. Get full access to RunUltra's Substack at runultra.substack.com/subscribe

    1hr 20min
  5. Nic Crossley and Ben Finch

    10 APR

    Nic Crossley and Ben Finch

    Robin and I chat to Ben Finch and Nic Crossley of Wee Run Events, who have recently announced their new female-only ultra, the first of its kind in Scotland. They discuss their reasons for doing so, and in doing so we delve into the world of feminism and statistics. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show. Listen on Spotify | Apple | Youtube For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, head over RunUltra. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners. If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, I’d love to hear from you; please send a message to kate@run-ultra.com. Get full access to RunUltra's Substack at runultra.substack.com/subscribe

    1hr 20min
  6. Joe Turner

    3 APR

    Joe Turner

    Robin and Kate chat to Joe, who ran the Anglo Celtic Plate which incorporated the 100K British National Champs, the 100K Irish National Champs, the 100K Scottish National Champs(+ The Don Ritchie Cup),the Northern Ireland & Ulster 100K Champs. Joe ran for England, but sadly had to pull out. We discuss the differences between road and trail 100k races and what’s next for Joe’s ambitions to run for Great Britain. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show. For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, head over RunUltra. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners. If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, I’d love to hear from you; please send a message to kate@run-ultra.com. Get full access to RunUltra's Substack at runultra.substack.com/subscribe

    1hr 10min
  7. Sara Storey and Nigel Vardy

    27 MAR

    Sara Storey and Nigel Vardy

    Sara Storey was the only woman to complete the World Record attempt at the Worlds Highest Marathon, recently held in Chile, and one of only 5 people out of the 10 who attempted it. Nigel Vardy, aka Mr Frostbite, was one of the support crew. Kate chats to them about what running at nearly 7,000 metres elevation is like, and how they both managed the event from their perspective. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show. We are very grateful to be supported by Swiss Canyon Trail. This exciting and historical event has a distance for everyone and prides itself on being accessible to all. Learn more about this stunning event in the Swiss Jura here. Listen on Spotify | Apple | Youtube For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, head over RunUltra. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners. If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, I’d love to hear from you; please send a message to kate@run-ultra.com. Get full access to RunUltra's Substack at runultra.substack.com/subscribe

    1 hr
  8. Charlie Sproson

    20 MAR

    Charlie Sproson

    Kate chats to Charlie Sproson, the director behind Lake District Sky Trails and Mountain Run. They chat about Skyrunning and how it started and has developed over the years, and Charlie’s own races and his thoughts on how trail and mountain running has grown. They also touch on the news of Ourea Events going bust and the impact it has had on the industry in the UK. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show. We are very grateful to be supported by Swiss Canyon Trail. This exciting and historical event has a distance for everyone and prides itself on being accessible to all. Learn more about this stunning event in the Swiss Jura here. Listen on Spotify | Apple | Youtube For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, head over RunUltra. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners. If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, I’d love to hear from you; please send a message to kate@run-ultra.com. Get full access to RunUltra's Substack at runultra.substack.com/subscribe

    1hr 1min
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    RunUltra
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
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