NLRC Podcast. Running, Mindset and Endurance Coaching

Alexandra Oliver
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NLRC Podcast Hosted by Alexandra - endurance coach, ultra runner, and founder of No Limit Run Coaching. The NLRC Podcast brings you honest conversations and practical insights from the world of endurance running. Each episode explores real athlete stories, coaching perspectives, and the mindset required to push your limits while staying healthy and grounded. From ultras to trail adventures to structured training blocks, Alexandra breaks down what it truly takes to prepare, perform, and recover. Expect relatable experiences, smart strategies, and a supportive approach to building resilience

Episodes

  1. Aug 18

    Meet Alexandra: The Coach Behind NLRC

    In this episode, Alexandra shares the story behind No Limit Run Coaching and her journey into becoming a running coach. She talks about her background in movement, creativity, cooking, and ultra running, and how these experiences shaped her coaching philosophy. If you want to understand the coach behind NLRC and what drives her approach to strength, resilience, and smart training, this episode is the perfect place to start.

  2. Jun 16

    Real Runner Stories: Siobhan’s Journey to the Godalming Run Finish Line

    In this episode of the No Limit Run Coaching Podcast, I sit down with Siobhan to unpack her powerful journey to the Godalming Run finish line. From doubting she could call herself a runner to experiencing her first true “I’m actually doing this” moment, Siobhan shares the honest highs, lows, and breakthroughs of training for and completing her first community running event all while managing neuropathy in the background. We talk about confidence, beginner running fears, the magic of local races, and how supportive coaching can transform someone’s belief in what they’re capable of. If you’re a new runner, thinking about entering your first event, or just need a reminder that everyone starts somewhere, this episode will lift you.

  3. May 20

    Abi’s Virtual London Marathon: An honest look at challenge, mindset, and finishing 42.2km”

    In this episode, Abi shares her honest reflections on running the virtual TCS London Marathon, from a smooth first 19km to the challenges that unfolded on route, fuelling issues, heavy legs, a fall at 30km, and the mental effort required to keep moving when the day shifted away from the plan.We talk fuelling, pacing, route choice, solo marathon running, and the mindset needed to finish 42.2km when everything feels harder than expected.A grounded, real conversation for any runner who’s ever had a tough race day.

  4. Mar 28

    Trail Running Comeback Story From DNF to 50km Finish. Juliet’s story of Endurance & Mental Strength

    This podcast episode explores a powerful trail running comeback story, focusing on endurance, mental strength, and the mindset required to rebuild after a DNF. In endurance sport, there are days that define us, not because everything goes right, but because everything falls apart. This is the story of Juliet, the race that ended in a DNF, and how that moment became the catalyst for a 50km comeback. We step into the space between those two races: the disappointment, the rebuilding process, and the mindset shift that made finishing possible. If you’re a runner, coach, or anyone working on building endurance and resilience, this episode offers real insights into endurance coaching strategies, mental strength, and what it takes to come back stronger.

  5. Feb 26

    Rebuilding Strength After Injury | Endurance Coaching & Running Mindset with Owen Kimber

    This podcast episode explores how runners can rebuild strength after injury, improve endurance, and develop a sustainable training mindset. Welcome to the first episode of the NLRC Podcas, a space for real stories, honest conversations, and the resilience that shapes runners beyond the finish line. I’m joined by Owen Kimber, who completed a 50km endurance race just ten months after a knee replacement. His journey highlights how runners can rebuild strength, return to training, and balance recovery with performance. Together, we explore a key question in endurance coaching: how do you push hard enough to improve running endurance without pushing so far that injury sets you back? In this episode, we cover: • Rebuilding strength after injury and surgery • Endurance training and returning to running safely • The mindset required for long-term progress • How to balance training load, recovery, and performance This episode is ideal for runners, coaches, and anyone interested in endurance coaching strategies, injury recovery, and building sustainable fitness

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NLRC Podcast Hosted by Alexandra - endurance coach, ultra runner, and founder of No Limit Run Coaching. The NLRC Podcast brings you honest conversations and practical insights from the world of endurance running. Each episode explores real athlete stories, coaching perspectives, and the mindset required to push your limits while staying healthy and grounded. From ultras to trail adventures to structured training blocks, Alexandra breaks down what it truly takes to prepare, perform, and recover. Expect relatable experiences, smart strategies, and a supportive approach to building resilience

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