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. 2d ago

    What Runners Don't See (But Coaches Do) | Behind the Scenes of a Running Coach

    Behind every training plan, race strategy and check-in is a coach piecing together a much bigger picture than most runners realise. In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the coaching process and sharing what we wish every runner could see behind the scenes. From why your coach sometimes tells you to slow down when you want to push harder, to the balancing act of managing training load, recovery, life stress and long-term development, we'll explore the conversations, decisions and considerations that happen away from the training platform. Whether you're coached, thinking about hiring a coach, or simply curious about what goes into helping runners reach their potential, this episode offers an honest look at the things coaches notice, the patterns we spot, and the common mistakes that often go unseen. Because coaching isn't just about prescribing miles. It's about seeing what the runner can't always see themselves. 🎙️ In this episode we discuss: Why coaches often focus on things beyond pace and distanceThe hidden factors that influence training decisionsWhat runners commonly overlook in their own trainingThe importance of consistency over perfectionHow coaches balance performance, recovery and real lifeWhat we wish more runners understood about long-term progressA conversation designed to help runners gain a new perspective on their training and the coaching relationship.

  2. Oct 1

    The Truth About Post‑Ultra Recovery

    Fresh off the Centurion Chiltern Wonderland 50, Alexandra shares her own recovery experience including a full week of low HRV  and uses it to explain what’s actually happening inside your body after an ultra. She walks us through the 21‑day recovery timeline, the phases your nervous system moves through, and how to use your Garmin+, Strava, and Training Peaks data to guide your return to running. A must‑listen if you want to recover like an ultra‑runner and not rush back too soon.

  3. Sep 18

    The Biggest Mistakes Runners Make and How to Fix Them

    Most runners aren’t held back by lack of effort, they’re held back by misdirected effort. In this episode, I break down the biggest mistakes I see across all levels of running, from chasing pace to skipping strength, and explain how small shifts in training can unlock huge long‑term progress. You’ll learn: Why easy runs are your biggest performance multiplier How to train with purpose instead of chasing numbers The strength work runners actually need How to approach long runs for endurance that lasts Why consistency beats perfection How comparison quietly erodes confidence What real progress looks like over months, not days If you want to become a stronger, more confident, more resilient runner, this episode will give you the clarity and structure to get there. Listen, learn, and share

  4. Sep 10

    The Foundation of My Coaching Philosophy: How I Build Robust, Resilient Runners

    In this episode, I go deeper into the questions runners ask me all the time: What’s the foundation of my coaching philosophy? Why do I coach the way I do? What actually helps runners progress? At the core of my approach is one principle, building robust runners. Not just fit runners. Not just fast runners. Robust runners who are strong, mobile, conditioned, and mentally resilient. Running alone doesn’t build that. It’s the combination of strength, mobility, conditioning, and smart training that creates a runner who can handle the demands of the sport. I’m not interested in quick fixes. I’m interested in long‑term development. I want runners who can handle life, stress, setbacks, and progression without breaking down. If you want to understand what truly moves the needle in your running, this episode gives you the foundation.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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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