Running Lives

Adrian Ball

This podcast talks to ordinary, yet extraordinary people about their relationship with running and the impact it has on their day to day lives. There are many reasons people run - exercise being but one. Managing stress, dealing with loss or focusing the mind on personal achievement. This podcast shares those stories and uncovers what it means to run for people and the amazing things they achieve. Listen to hear about their - running lives. Thanks to BPMoore for the intro music.

Episodes

  1. Episode 11 Sam & Vicky

    03/18/2022

    Episode 11 Sam & Vicky

    Sam & Vicky are two strong and inspiring women.  I spoke to them on International Women's day about their love of running, choosing distances that others would rather avoid and desert antics! Getting lives in order, pushing into alternative sports after injury and setting goals and challenges.  I am proud to call them my friends - and I've been lucky enough to share adventures with them both.  The best.

    34 min
  2. Episode 10 Gary House

    03/18/2022

    Episode 10 Gary House

    Gary House is a running coach.  Learning to adapt to change during the pandemic and moving his running community online has meant he has never looked back.  Focus on doing something, rather than nothing. Getting people together to talk at a time of challenge has meant that Gary has highlighted the importance of positivity and talking together as part of building a community.  Gary's sense of fun through social media and interactions is refreshing - be sure to check out the videos, polls and chat. You'll always get an honest answer to your running questions! I was inspired by Gary's real and motivating approach. Enjoy!

    39 min

  3. 03/18/2022

    Episode 9 Jenny Doe

    Jenny is an osteopath, a mountain rescue volunteer and she runs.  Along with Angus, the adventure dog, Jenny spends her time training and being part of people rescue as part of Dartmoor search and rescue team in Devon. So we met for tea and cake in a cafe ( hence the background noise!) to talk all things challenging - and there's plenty of that in this episode! (Angus came too!)

    29 min

  4. 03/18/2022

    Episode 8 Sam Heward

    Sam is one of the co-founders of the Ultra-marathon brand - Ultra X.  Starting from a conversation about taking people to places they wouldn't normally run, it has become a brand that is recognised for it's epic running events across the globe. It's brought accessibility to many for multi stage events in beautiful backdrops.  With the aim of bringing Ultra running to a wider audience, we talk about inclusion, epic destinations - and Sam's own focus on challenging events.  Sam share's with us his own inspirational heroes.

    37 min

  5. 03/18/2022

    Episode 7 Mikey Goodman

    Mikey loves to run a hill! Using the positivity of trail running and tabbing ( running with a weighted backpack) to focus on positive mental health is a focus of our discussion.  But Mikey talks about the impact of unhealthy relationships and how it has influenced his focus on exercise, fitness and keeping a healthy mind.  Being part of the #Runspire community has also played a positive part rebuilding a positive life ahead.

    30 min

  6. 03/18/2022

    Episode 6 Billy Robinson

    Billy Robinson is an inspiration.  A veteran who has fought his way back to fitness and health following a life changing experience in the British army.  Learning to live a new life, pushing to achieve things he never thought he would and supporting others to focus on the positives.  This podcast is emotional and challenging to listen to, but it's Billy's honesty and warmth that makes it very special too.  #bemorebilly

    42 min

  7. 03/18/2022

    Episode 5 Jodi Crawford

    Jodi is a chiropractor - she keeps people together both during ultra marathons and after them. Loving a good triathlon, Jodi is someone who pushes herself to achieve whilst supporting others. From starting out studying to be a PE teacher and then seeing the 'magic' of being a chiropractor during her rugby playing injury, set Jodi on her path.  This ones about keeping focused and having direction - and enjoying every single part of that experience.

    27 min

  8. 03/18/2022

    Episode 4 Myles Tatlock

    The environment, sustainability and dealing with loss.  Myles is a guy that likes to focus on well-being and important things in life. But there is also a tale of sadness and coping with loss of those you love.  This is an emotional, thought provoking and insightful episode.  One to make you reflect on the things that matter.

    41 min
  9. Episode 3 Dr James Finnerty

    03/18/2022

    Episode 3 Dr James Finnerty

    Giving your time freely to support Ultra runners is something to admire.  James is a medic. He supports others, both in his demanding work for the NHS and as a volunteer at Ultra events across the globe.  This an episode focused on supporting others and personal goals and achievement.

    33 min

  10. 03/18/2022

    Episode 2 April Bontoft

    This is an episode focused on pushing boundaries.  April has MS - but that absolutely does not define her (she makes sure of that!). It creates the drive that she has to achieve amazing things.  Listen to April talk about exactly that, pushing herself, living with challenge and making the very best of her life.

    27 min
  11. Episode 1 Rada Ouchakova

    03/18/2022

    Episode 1 Rada Ouchakova

    Rada runs! From starting out as part of the netball team, pushing through university life and focusing on well-being and health this story is an inspiring one. We talk about body image, balancing health with enjoyment and pushing beyond our limits. Rada finished 5th in Ultra X Jordan - a great start to this series.

    47 min
  12. Welcome to Running Lives

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    Welcome to Running Lives

    Welcome to Running Lives.  Adrian Ball talks to ordinary yet extra ordinary people who run.  He talks about their relationship with running, the difference that it has made to them and the balance of their lives.  It's at insightful, open and inspiring look at their 'Running Lives'.

    1 min

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About

This podcast talks to ordinary, yet extraordinary people about their relationship with running and the impact it has on their day to day lives. There are many reasons people run - exercise being but one. Managing stress, dealing with loss or focusing the mind on personal achievement. This podcast shares those stories and uncovers what it means to run for people and the amazing things they achieve. Listen to hear about their - running lives. Thanks to BPMoore for the intro music.

Information

  • Creator
    Adrian Ball
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Adrian Ball
  • Show Website
    Running Lives