Here for the Long Run

Jon & Amie
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Amie and Jon chat about their experience of running ultra distance races to empower and encourage other people to access these events. Talking all things training, race weekends, stories from the trail, kit, the do's and don'ts... and everything in between. 

  1. 1D AGO

    Race Day Ready: Marathon & Ultra Tips to Prepare for Your First Big Race 🏅

    With marathon season just around the corner, Amie and Jon sit down to chat all about preparing for your first marathon or ultra. We pull together some of the best tips and lessons we've picked up from recent conversations with guests on the pod (along with a few things we've learned the hard way ourselves!). From race day logistics and fuelling strategies, to thinking about event nerves and atmosphere, this episode is all about the small things that can make a big difference on the day. We also talk about the mental side of long races, like preparing simple mantras for different stages of the run and how to stay calm when things get tough. Whether you're lining up for your first marathon or tackling an ultra, we hope this episode will provide some practical advice to help you feel more prepared. Send a text This episode is sponsored by Empowered2. Jon provides high performance coaching for teams and individuals. If you'd like a free informal discussion to help you prioritise and make the most of your valuable time contact Jon. Jon@empowered2.co.uk  Support the show

    30 min

  2. MAR 5

    Lizzie Gatherer's epic Balls to Cancer challenge for Prostate Cancer UK 🍆 plus achieving Backyard Ultra royalty status 👑

    In this episode, we chat with Lizzie Gatherer about her recent 'ballsy' 70-mile fundraising challenge for Prostate Cancer UK, following her father-in-law's recent recovery. We also talk about another powerful “why” during her fundraising run — carrying a stone for a dying patient, which provided an emotional anchor that instantly refocused her during a dark, cold patch.  Lizzie shares how she stumbled into ultras in 2019, some of her highlight races, and why her golden rule is simple: if it’s not fun, she’s not doing it.  We dip into mindset tactics, including creative reframing; transforming annoying noises as cheering crowds, something Lizzie says is at the heart of her successes. Lizzie opens up about her recovery strategy too — strength training, collagen, magnesium, physio and yoga. And we couldn't leave the conversation without finding out more about some of Lizzie's Backyard Ultra experiences, including an amazing 50 yards at Sherwood Pines, battling extreme sleep deprivation. We also look ahead to her huge goal at this year's Backyard Ultra: 100 yards. More below on how to enjoy Lizzie's discounts: 🧡 Strava Pro - get 20% off premium subscription  💪 Protein Rebel 15% off first order with LizzieG15 🕶 Kyloe in the Wild - 15% off with LizzieG15 Send a text This episode is sponsored by Empowered2. Jon provides high performance coaching for teams and individuals. If you'd like a free informal discussion to help you prioritise and make the most of your valuable time contact Jon. Jon@empowered2.co.uk  Support the show

    58 min

  3. FEB 26

    Chris Cope: Winning the Summer Spine & Racing at the Sharp End with Type 1 🏆

    In this episode, we chat with Chris Cope about ultrarunning at the sharp end, all while managing Type 1 Diabetes. Chris shares the challenges of stress-induced insulin resistance in multi-day racing, and how moving to a closed-loop system has been a total game-changer for his glucose control, performance and recovery.  We get into Chris' fuelling strategy: separating carbs from fluids to avoid gut issues. We also talk about how being forced to be methodical with nutrition can provide some competitive advantage.  Chris walks us through some of his race highlights, including his 2024 Summer Spine win, and reflects honestly on his recent Winter Spine DNF following a heavy fall on his knee near Hebden Bridge. He reflects on going out hot in the snow, and provides a useful reminder that in ultras, starting “embarrassingly easy” is usually the right call. Easy to say...harder to do. We run through his strength training approach and philosophy, and take a look at what’s next in the race calendar - UTS 100, a 24-hour track race, and a return to the Winter Spine for redemption. Send a text This episode is sponsored by Empowered2. Jon provides high performance coaching for teams and individuals. If you'd like a free informal discussion to help you prioritise and make the most of your valuable time contact Jon. Jon@empowered2.co.uk  Support the show

    52 min

  4. FEB 14

    The Magic of Comrades with Jan, Four Time Finisher 🇿🇦

    This episode covers everything Comrades Marathon 🇿🇦 We were lucky to sit down with Jan, four times finisher of the event, which is the world's oldest ultramarathon. Jan painted an amazing picture of the race for us, its history and traditions, the friendship and community that surrounds it, and what drew her back again and again. She also shares tips from her experience, for anyone thinking about taking on the race. Send a text This episode is sponsored by Empowered2. Jon provides high performance coaching for teams and individuals. If you'd like a free informal discussion to help you prioritise and make the most of your valuable time contact Jon. Jon@empowered2.co.uk  Support the show

    58 min

  5. FEB 5

    Sweat Test Results 🥵, Trialling Home-Made Gels and Injury Updates

    In this episode, Jon and Amie reflect on their most recent podcast conversations, dig into the details and results from their recent Precision Hydration sweat test, and how they'll use it to inform their training. Jon also talks about his recent attempts making gels at home, and Amie shares key takeaways from meeting Claire Robertson, who runs a specialist Patellofemoral clinic at Wimbledon Clinics. Send a text This episode is sponsored by Empowered2. Jon provides high performance coaching for teams and individuals. If you'd like a free informal discussion to help you prioritise and make the most of your valuable time contact Jon. Jon@empowered2.co.uk  Support the show

    34 min

  6. JAN 29

    Breaking New Ground at the Winter Spine ❄️ Ian Evans on Being the First Type 1 Diabetic to Finish

    In this episode, we sit down with Ian Evans to talk about completing the Winter Spine Race — 268 miles across the Pennine Way — while managing Type 1 diabetes. Ian shares the long road to the finish line, his history of attempts at different Spine events, before finally completing the Winter Full this year. We talk about the mental lows, sleep deprivation, and the simple but powerful mindset of staying in the game long enough for things to turn around. We dive into the practical side; how Ian manages blood sugar in harsh conditions, the kit that made the difference, and the importance of contingency plans when things go wrong. Throughout our chat, Ian reflects on the power of buddying up, the unique Spine community, and how this race reshaped his view of what’s possible with diabetes. We came away from this chat super inspired — we hope you do too. Send a text This episode is sponsored by Empowered2. Jon provides high performance coaching for teams and individuals. If you'd like a free informal discussion to help you prioritise and make the most of your valuable time contact Jon. Jon@empowered2.co.uk  Support the show

    58 min

  7. JAN 22

    Chasing Marathon Goals in Your 70s: Staying Curious, Training Smarter and Rethinking what's Possible ⚡

    In this episode, we’re joined by Alan Davies - V70 runner, Chair of White Horse Harriers running club, and currently the 8th fastest marathon runner in the UK in his age category following a fantastic run at the Richmond Marathon. We chat with Alan about returning to long-distance running later in life, having previously run just one road marathon, and what’s changed as he’s rebuilt his training with clearer goals and better support. Alan reflects on his experiences at the 2025 London Marathon and Richmond Marathon, and how he’s preparing for this year’s London with confidence. We talk about the role of community in staying consistent, why working with a coach and using accurate data (including lactate threshold testing) has helped Alan push for goals he might not have considered otherwise, and what he’s learned along the way that other runners can take into their training. A fun conversation and a great reminder that progress doesn’t stop with age; curiosity, structure and community can keep moving the goalposts. Send a text This episode is sponsored by Empowered2. Jon provides high performance coaching for teams and individuals. If you'd like a free informal discussion to help you prioritise and make the most of your valuable time contact Jon. Jon@empowered2.co.uk  Support the show

    56 min

  8. JAN 15

    James Hudson Sports Nutritionist: Fueling and Hydrating for Ultras Without the Guesswork 👨🏼‍🏫

    In this episode, we’re joined by ultra-runner and registered sport and exercise nutritionist James Hudson, founder of Nutrition for Energy, to explore what effective fueling really looks like for ultra-endurance performance. We unpack the nutrition and hydration strategies behind James’ successful first attempt at the Dragon’s Back Race, including carb intake, sodium balance, and how gut training plays a key role in race execution. James also shares lessons learned from earlier ultras, why pacing and adaptability matter for digestion, and how liquid carbs can be a powerful tool when solid food stops working. The conversation goes deeper into hydration - the importance of balancing water and sodium, how sweat sodium concentration varies hugely between athletes, and why post-stage rehydration can make or break multi-day races. We also explore James’ coaching philosophy around fueling for performance, not restriction, including his “traffic light” system for matching carbohydrate intake to training load, and how better fueling unlocks consistency, recovery, and long-term progress. Find out more about Nutrition for Energy here: https://www.nutritionforenergy.co.uk/ Follow James on Instagram: @jamesohudson Watch James' videos on making your own homemade gels :   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dj4oYcRLxEo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7LKSXegvc4&t=576s Send a text This episode is sponsored by Empowered2. Jon provides high performance coaching for teams and individuals. If you'd like a free informal discussion to help you prioritise and make the most of your valuable time contact Jon. Jon@empowered2.co.uk  Support the show

    56 min
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Amie and Jon chat about their experience of running ultra distance races to empower and encourage other people to access these events. Talking all things training, race weekends, stories from the trail, kit, the do's and don'ts... and everything in between. 

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  • Creator
    Jon & Amie
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Here for the Long Run
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