The Run4It Podcast

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The Run4It Podcast

Taking a broad but relaxed look at the world of running from the perspective of Run4It - one of the UK's leading specialist running retailers. We're bringing the latest news, gear reviews and interviews to help inspire runners of all abilities to improve their fitness, health, and wellbeing through running. If you want to get in touch to ask questions, give feedback or are interested in being on the show you can reach us at thepod@run4it.com.

  1. The Inner Workings of Footwear Innovation at Brooks, with Bryan Bhark

    OCT 22

    The Inner Workings of Footwear Innovation at Brooks, with Bryan Bhark

    In this episode, Finlay is joined by Bryan Bhark, Manager of Footwear Innovation & Development at Brooks. Based in Seattle at Brooks' global headquarters, Bryan is part of a knowledgeable and passionate cross-functional team, responsible for pursuing new knowledge and advancing Brooks' footwear creations - in line with customer (runner) needs, new discoveries and technological advancements.He provides a fascinating insight into the inner workings of product creation at Brooks - including ...

    53 min
  2. Understanding RED-S, with Pippa Woolven

    OCT 9

    Understanding RED-S, with Pippa Woolven

    In this episode, Project RED-S Founder and former Team GB athlete, Pippa Woolven, shares her experience with Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport. Pippa describes how her downturn began during an athletics scholarship at Florida State University, where she bought into the belief system that "lighter is faster". While knowing instinctively something wasn't quite right, it took Pippa years to find out what and start on her road to recovery. Pippa later founded Project RED-S to raise awareness of...

    56 min
  3. Jake Smith on Running Stronger After RED-S

    JUN 13

    Jake Smith on Running Stronger After RED-S

    In this episode, Finlay chats to professional runner for Nike and the NN Running Team, Jake Smith, about his rise in running and his challenges with Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). Jake talks openly about his history with disordered eating and obsessive-compulsive-esque training, and the toll underfuelling and overtraining eventually took on his body - causing severe injury, illness and mental distress.Speaking to Finlay fresh off a standout stage win at the Welsh Castles Relay, ...

    1h 10m
  4. Lessons from the Best, with Sweat Elite Founder Matt Fox

    MAY 21

    Lessons from the Best, with Sweat Elite Founder Matt Fox

    In this episode, Finlay sits down with Matt Fox, the Founder and Content Director of Sweat Elite, a sports media company that shares incredible insight into how the world’s best athletes train and prepare for competition, in order to inspire and motivate runners at every level.Matt has vast experience in middle distance and long distance running, having competed at an international level in the 800m and 1500m, and ran 9 marathons in times of 2:20 - 2:24.In this episode, Matt talks through the...

    1h 2m
  5. Designing Ronhill Footwear, with Harry Bolton

    MAR 12

    Designing Ronhill Footwear, with Harry Bolton

    In this episode, Finlay is joined by Harry Bolton, the product designer behind Ronhill's first range of trail footwear.Based near Keswick in the Lake District, Harry lives and breathes off-road running with several major race wins to his name, including being crowned both English and British U23 Fell Running Champion in 2022. Combine his fell running prowess with his Sports Engineering credentials and it's easy to see why Harry is perfectly placed to design and test trail running footwear for...

    53 min
  6. Understanding Pronation & Picking Shoes

    JAN 30

    Understanding Pronation & Picking Shoes

    What is pronation? Are you an "overpronator" or an "underpronator"? How does it affect shoe choice?In this episode, Finlay and James try to answer common questions and dispel common misconceptions about foot pronation and biomechanics – looking at the importance of the gait analysis process in finding the right running shoes.Episode info starts at 09:56Key takeaways:Pronation is simply the rolling inwards movement of your foot when it strikes the ground, and your body's natural shock absorpti...

    59 min
  7. Marathon Training Sessions

    09/22/2023

    Marathon Training Sessions

    With autumn marathons fast approaching, Finlay and James talk through some key marathon training sessions to help build speed and endurance for the marathon, and prepare your body to be in prime shape come race day.Recent happenings covered first. Session info starts at 21:20. James’ favourite sessions:Marathon-pace intervals with moderate recovery. 5K-4K-3K-2K-1K with 5-3 min recoveries. 15K total work.4 x 2 mile-1 mile workout, alternating between 2 miles at 105% of marathon pace and 1...

    55 min
  8. Heart Rate Training: What You Need To Know

    08/04/2023

    Heart Rate Training: What You Need To Know

    In this episode Finlay is joined by former Podcast guest and Maybury Shop Manager, James Dunn, to shed light on training with heart rate, and help you decide whether it is right for you.Donning their sports scientist hats, they explain how heart rate can be used as a useful tool and measure in defining and differentiating runs by level of intensity (from easy to moderate to hard), to create a varied and well rounded training routine - conducive to better overall fitness and endurance.Key take...

    1h 6m
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About

Taking a broad but relaxed look at the world of running from the perspective of Run4It - one of the UK's leading specialist running retailers. We're bringing the latest news, gear reviews and interviews to help inspire runners of all abilities to improve their fitness, health, and wellbeing through running. If you want to get in touch to ask questions, give feedback or are interested in being on the show you can reach us at thepod@run4it.com.

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  • Creator
    Run4It
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Run4It Podcast
  • Show Website
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