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The UKRunChat podcast.Chris Runs Christmas: 1,000 Miles for Cash for Kids North East
In this episode we chat to Chris Gatrell about his incredible challenge to run 1,000 miles in just 17 days, travelling from Land’s End to John O’Groats before…
The UKRunChat podcast.The Dragon's Back Returns: The Story Behind the Race
The Dragon's Back Race is widely regarded as one of the toughest mountain races in the world. Covering 380km over six days, with 17,000 metres of ascent across…
The UKRunChat podcast.Dragon's Back Race Champions: Isobel and Danny on Winning 380km of Pain, Resilience and Adventure
What does it take to conquer one of the toughest ultramarathons in the UK? In this episode of UKRunChat, we catch up with Isobel and Danny, the first woman and…
The UKRunChat podcast.What Two Years of Running Can Change: Catch up with Tim Goule
Two years ago, we chatted to Tim Goule about how running had become such an important part of his life. He'd started running during lockdown, was using it as a…
The UKRunChat podcast.How running is building a community at Wace Morgan
What happens when a local business gets behind a running event, and its employees get involved? In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle chats to Ben…
The UKRunChat podcast.Four runners, one charity and the Shrewsbury Half | Lingen Davies
This week on the UKRunChat podcast, Michelle is joined by Naomi Atkin, Lorna Green, Emma Backhouse and Steph Smith from Lingen Davies, who are all getting…
The UKRunChat podcast.Carrying More Than a Hay Bale: Lee Firmstone's 30-Challenge Mission
At the Shrewsbury 10K this summer, one runner stood out from the crowd. While everyone else was trying to run as light as possible, Lee Firmstone crossed the…
The UKRunChat podcast.Running the Kent Coastline for Veterans | Kevin Dove's 300km Summer Challenge
What do you do when you've nearly completed 100 organised 10Ks, you're ticking off European capital cities one run at a time, and you're looking for your next…
The UKRunChat podcast.Half Marathon Training Tips with James Stirling (London Fitness Guy)
Thinking about running your first half marathon? Or looking to improve on your next one? This week we chat to James Stirling, better known as London Fitness…
The UKRunChat podcast.Why women deserve better running kit | Alex Feechan, Founder of FINDRA
When Alex Feechan started mountain biking with a group of women in the Scottish Borders, she noticed something frustrating. The men's section dominated outdoor…
The UKRunChat podcast.Who is the real Lazarus Lake?
For most runners, Lazarus "Laz" Lake is the creator of the Barkley Marathons and the inventor of the Backyard Ultra. But after spending a year filming the…
The UKRunChat podcast.Mel Bound | This Woman Runs
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle talks to Mel Bound, founder and CEO of This Woman Runs, one of the world's largest women's running…
The UKRunChat podcast.The ISPO Impact Foundation | Tanya Kenrick
What if your running club, community group or local organisation had access to funding that could help more people get active and break down barriers to…
The UKRunChat podcast.Keeping Grassroots Races Alive with John Yelland
Just under a year after our first conversation, race director John Yelland returns to the UKRunChat Podcast to talk about the realities of organising…
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Keeping Grassroots Races Alive with John Yelland
Just under a year after our first conversation, race director John Yelland returns to the UKRunChat Podcast to talk about the realities of organising…
The UKRunChat podcast.Alex Nemeth: From Running Trails to the Seven Summits
In this inspiring episode of the UK RunChat Podcast, Michelle chats with adventurer, mountain leader, polar expedition guide, photographer, and author Alex…
The UKRunChat podcast.Paul Tonkinson: Running Through Sand, Ageing & Why We Need To Do Hard Things
This week on the UKRunChat Podcast, we’re joined by comedian, writer and runner Paul Tonkinson. Paul’s new book, Running Through Sand, follows his attempt to…
The UKRunChat podcast.Why Runners Need to Walk More | Dr. Courtney Conley
What if the secret to running stronger, longer and staying injury-free isn’t another hard workout, but walking? In this episode of the UK RunChat Podcast…
The UKRunChat podcast.Running Commentary: Poetry, Running & Reinvention with P Burton-Morgan
This week on the UKRunChat Podcast, we’re joined by award-winning writer, director and poet P Burton-Morgan, ahead of their UK tour of Running Commentary, a…
The UKRunChat podcast.Dejon Noel-Williams: Running, Mental Health & the London Marathon
Dejon Noel-Williams: Running, Mental Health & the London Marathon In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, we chat to Dejon Noel-Williams—personal trainer…
The UKRunChat podcast.Mission 40: James Hunter
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle is joined by James Hunter, who is nearing the finish line of his incredible “Mission 40” challenge. To mark…
The UKRunChat podcast.El Camino Español: Aaron Sharples' 1,600km Coastline Challenge
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle speaks to Aaron Sharples about his ambitious project, El Camino Español, a 1,600km run along the entire east…
The UKRunChat podcast.The Story Behind the London Landmarks Half Marathon with Lia
In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, Michelle speaks with Lia Fyles, the driving force behind the London Landmarks Half Marathon. What started as a…
The UKRunChat podcast.Juliet McGrattan | Running Through Menopause: What Every Runner Needs to Know
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, we’re joined by returning guest Dr Juliet McGrattan to talk about her new book, The Runner’s Guide to Menopause…
The UKRunChat podcast.100 Marathons in 100 Days Across India | Hannah Cox and Project Salt Run
What happens when someone who only started running a year ago decides to run 100 marathons in 100 days? In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle…
The UKRunChat podcast.How Breathing Can Make You a Better Runner | David "Jacko" Jackson
Breathing is something every runner does thousands of times on every run — yet it’s something most of us never think about. In this episode of the UKRunChat…
The UKRunChat podcast.950 Miles to Stability: Neil Mills on Addiction, ADHD & Endurance
At 48, Neil Mills is taking on one of the biggest challenges of his life: running and walking 950 miles in just 21 days. But this isn’t just about covering 45…
The UKRunChat podcast.Catherine & Pippa of Trail and Bloom: Reclaiming Running and Strength in Midlife
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle is joined by Catherine and Pippa, co-founders of Trail & Bloom, a trail running retreat designed to support…
The UKRunChat podcast.Fiona Horsfield | Montane Winter Spine Race
This week on the podcast, Fiona Horsfield takes us inside the Montane Winter Spine Race, Britain’s Most Brutal endurance event along the Pennine Way. We talk…
The UKRunChat podcast.From First Ultra to Team GB | Meryl Cooper
In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, we’re joined by Meryl Cooper, who has represented Britain on the international ultra stage. Hailing from…
The UKRunChat podcast.James Lewis | Running Challenges Without a Rulebook
In this episode of UKRunChat, we’re joined by endurance runner James Lewis, whose challenges sit far outside the usual rulebook of endurance sport. With a…
The UKRunChat podcast.16 Ultra Marathons, One Mission | Mitch Hutchcraft on the Great British Dog Walk
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, we catch up with adventurer and world-record holder Mitch Hutchcraft following the completion of his extraordinary…
The UKRunChat podcast.Built for the Long Run: Mike Seaman on Running 200 Miles & Building the National Running Show
In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, Mike Seaman, the driving force behind The National Running Show joins us to chat about the show's roots and also his…
The UKRunChat podcast.Sabrina Pace-Humphreys: Running, Belonging & Starting Where You Are
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, we’re joined by ultrarunner, campaigner and community builder Sabrina Pace-Humphreys. Sabrina came to running in her…
The UKRunChat podcast.Lisa Jackson: Finding Joy Again | A Runners Journey Through Grief
This week, Michelle chats with Lisa Jackson, Runner’s World columnist, 100 Marathon Club member, and author of Running Made Easy, Your Pace or Mine?, and her…
The UKRunChat podcast.Running With MS: Nicky Edwards on Diagnosis, Ultras, Resilience & Big 2026 Goals
A year after her first appearance on the podcast, physiotherapist Nicky Edwards returns to update us on a life-changing year. Since we last spoke, Nicky has…
The UKRunChat podcast.Priya | Co-Founder of Phoenix Manchester
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle speaks with Priya, co-founder of Phoenix Manchester, the first Indian-born woman in the 100 Marathon Club…
The UKRunChat podcast.Neil Thubron: Founder of XNRG • Endurance athlete
In this episode, Michelle speaks with Neil Thubron, founder of XNRG and an athlete who has spent decades pushing the limits of endurance. From his early days…
The UKRunChat podcast.Mitch Hutchcraft, The Great British Dog Walk. 700km for Rescue Dogs: "Adopt, Don't Shop"
In this episode, we speak with former-Royal Marine and world-record–breaking adventurer Mitch Hutchcraft, who completed the longest climb of Everest in…
The UKRunChat podcast.Running Culture USA vs UK with Virginia Ultra-Runner John Calabrese
This week on the UKRunChat Podcast, we head across the Atlantic to Virginia to chat with ultra-runner John Calabrese. John started running in 2017 during a…
The UKRunChat podcast.Toby Freeman: The Big Ballsy Challenge – Running Through Grief, Stigma, and Hope
A quick note that this episode includes open discussion of cancer, grief, and loss. Please take care while listening, and skip sections if you need to. In this…
The UKRunChat podcast.Exploring the World of Ultras with Jen & Sim Benson
this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, we're joined by ultra runners, authors, and adventurers Jen & Sim Benson. They share stories of epic challenges, why…
The UKRunChat podcast.Unlocking the Triathlon: A Beginner's Guide to Competing in a Triathlon with Hilary Topper
In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, Michelle is joined by USA Triathlon coach and author Hilary Topper to talk about her new book, Unlocking the…
The UKRunChat podcast.Steve Till on Ultrarunning: Training, Pacing, Fuelling & Mindset for the Long Run
Steve Till is back on the UKRunChat podcast for a third time, and this time, we’re going deep into ultrarunning. With decades of experience, over 120 marathons…
The UKRunChat podcast.Ioana Barbu on Completing the Beyond the Ultimate Race Series and Adapting to Extreme Environments
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, we chat to Ioana Barbu, a runner who went from completing her first marathon, to aiming to taking on the entire…
The UKRunChat podcast.Francesca Baker-Brooker: Training for London Marathon
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle speaks with Francesca Baker-Brooker about her powerful journey with running and anorexia. Francesca first…
The UKRunChat podcast."I Hate Running… But I'm Training for the London Marathon" with Ludwig Moreau
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, we meet Ludwig Moreau, better known on Instagram as @ihaterunningbut. Despite a lifelong dislike of running, Ludwig…
The UKRunChat podcast.From Shrewsbury to the Sahara: Neil's Road to the Marathon des Sables
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle is joined by Neil, who is preparing for one of the toughest footraces in the world, the Marathon des Sables…
The UKRunChat podcast.Gemma Wright | Pareto FM
In this inspiring episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle chats with Gemma Wright, Senior Account Manager at Pareto FM and headline sponsor of the…
The UKRunChat podcast.Mountain athlete, Skyrunner, and GB SkiMo team member Victoria Thompson
In this episode we’re joined by mountain athlete, skyrunner, and GB SkiMo team member Victoria Thompson Victoria recently made headlines by winning the Montane…
The UKRunChat podcast.Balancing Life, Training, and Race-Day Nutrition with Coach & Triathlete Scott Hill
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle catches up with coach and triathlete Scott Hill, who returns to share his insights on training and racing…
The UKRunChat podcast.Take the Baton: Catherine Switzer, 261 Fearless & the Future of Women's Running | Dr Juliette McGrattan
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle is joined by Dr Juliette McGrattan, co-founder of 261 Fearless Club UK, to talk about the upcoming 261…
The UKRunChat podcast.John Yelland, Race Director of Hourglass | Mad Hatter Sports Events
Ever raced against time itself? ⏳ In this episode, we chat to John Yelland, founder of Mad Hatter Sports Events and race director of the Hourglass race, a…
The UKRunChat podcast.Eilish McColgan
In this episode, Eilish McColgan speaks to Michelle from her training base in France about her year so far, recent challenges, and future ambitions. Eilish…
The UKRunChat podcast.Exploring the Lake District Fells with Jenny Bushell
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle speaks with Jenny Bushell, a Cumbria-based trail and fell runner, coach, and author of the new Lake District…
The UKRunChat podcast.Running Through Cancer: Steve Till on Positivity, Parkrun, and Recovery
In this deeply personal follow-up episode, Michelle welcomes back ultra-distance runner Steve Till, who opens up about his recent experience with lymphoma…
The UKRunChat podcast.From Manchester to The Hague: Running for foster children with Raja Aslam
In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, Michelle speaks to Raja Aslam, a foster carer from Blackburn and passionate runner, about his bold challenge to run…
The UKRunChat podcast.Run the World — Steve Wolfe's Daily Mission to Circle the Globe
In this episode, we meet Steve Wolfe, a runner on an extraordinary mission to run the distance around the world — 40,075 kilometres — without taking a single…
The UKRunChat podcast.1,000 Miles at 60: Bob Yates on Running the Length of Britain
In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, we chat to Bob Yates, who is nearing the end of a monumental challenge — running the length of Britain from Land's…
The UKRunChat podcast.Anna Dingley and Matt Seddon
UK Eiden, Inspired by Japan’s world-famous Hakone Ekiden, brings long-distance team relay racing to UK roads, blending university athletics, corporate…