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What The Fartlek Podcast

What The Fartlek Podcast

The home of the most disorganised running podcast in the world! What The Fartlek is a light hearted, community based running podcast! We talk to inspirational guests from all over the running community about their stories and motivations. Plus, every week hear about our parkrun tourist adventures, get involved in our community challenges and laugh with (at) our running mishaps Be sure to subscribe, rate and checkout our social media channels: Instagram: @Whatthefartlek_Podcast Facebook: What

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01:26:56

Series 4 Episode 7 - Matt Wood

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/08/12

Series 4 rolls on as we chat to Matt Wood, go founder of RunThrough race events We learn about his running journey and also the ins and outs of starting and managing one of the biggest run companies in the UK We also have Summer showdown results and the lads talk about their week Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. There will be lots of fundraising activities leading up to his marathon training and we want you

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01:38:55

Series 4 Episode 6: Rachel Pilling

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/08/05

Carrying on from last week we chat a little bit more about the Olympics and specifically the Marathon event! With Editor Jack coming on again to breakdown those hoping for a medal. Our guest this week is the super Rachel Pilling - @spiceyontherun over on Instagram, who chats to us all about her running journey and going from a broken ankle to running an Ultra! We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge! Rob has a big challenge coming up

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01:31:36

Series 4 Episode 5: James (runrutrun)

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/07/29

With parkrun returning and races also now underway, Rob and Matt did both all in one weekend! So the boys chat about their experiences and how good it is to be back into the swing of things and the added motivation they bring Our guest this week is the awesome James - @runrutrun over on Instagram, who talks to us all about his non-parkrun, getting into running and chasing the 6 stars. We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge! Rob has

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01:27:18

Series 4 Episode 4: Nikki Love

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/07/22

With the Olympics looming we chat all things Olympics this week, ambitions, the long awaited opening ceremony and much much more. Our guest this week is the awesome Nikki Love - @nikkiloveruns over on Instagram, who chats to us all about her running journey and challenges she's had along the way! We also have another update from Statman Jon to see what the outcome is from the previous weeks challenge! Rob has a big challenge coming up in 2021 with the Chester Marathon where he'll be raising money

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01:26:29

Series 4 Episode 3: Marathon Round Table

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/07/15

As many people are currently training for an autumn marathon (there's a lot of them!) this weeks episode is all around marathon chatter, training for one, racing for one and all the in between. All of this is with our lovely guests this week Roberto, Jenna and Austin three previous guests who have a lot to say about the marathon distance. We also chat about some new community segments plans and... wait for it.... WE HAVE A WILDY!! We then breakdown week one of the Summer Showdown and have a chat

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01:24:54

Series 4 Episode 2: Nacho Rodríguez

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/07/08

And just like that Episode 2 is ready for you! This week we breakdown the success from our very first What The Fartlek Podcast Meetup where we played some footie, then watched some footie with beers. Our guest this week is Nacho Rodríguez (@nacho_0 on Instagram) about how he found a love for ultra running and actually realised he's pretty good at it after winning a few races! We then go into the Summer Showdown chatter with the three captains and Lou.... oh yeah and Statman Jon, he couldn't leave

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01:30:54

Series 4 Episode 1: Jordan Foster

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/07/01

We're back, back again for another Series of The What The Fartlek Podcast. This week we talk all things marathon training and how you may have to adapt and make changes to your training/goals along the way. We also talk about the Summer Showdown with the three team captains and our games master Lou! Our guest this week is Jordan Foster (@projectmarathongirl on Instagram) about running post-partum and her amazing running achievements as well as future goals We also have someone who pops back for a

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01:31:28

Series 3 Episode 12: Ben Stittle

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/06/17

IT'S THE FINALE OF SERIES 3! We're ending on a great episode this week, the boys look back at the series as a whole and their best bits before being joined by one of the most known names in the running community...... Ben Stittle otherwise known as Sheffield Strider, you'll see him all over the UK as he loves to run with people and help them on their journeys. Ben Stittle (@sheffield_strider on Instagram) talks us through his journey, helping people in the running community and being an all round

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01:07:57

Series 3 Episode 11: James Dunn

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/06/10

We're on the penultimate episode of the series (aaaaahhhh) but we've got a corker for you today, lots of chat about Ultra Marathon running and how it's slowly getting more and more popular by the week! This week's guest is James Dunn (@morningcoffeerun on Instagram) about his journey from 130kg to running the Marathon Des Sables amongst other ultras! Challenge Matt continues with the outcome from the Ross Barkley 5k challenge between Matt and Dean. We also have a new challenger stepping forward with

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01:05:04

Series 3 Episode 10: Couch to 5k

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/06/03

It's Thursday which means there's another episode from us! This week is a special episode focusing on the Couch to 5k programme which so many people do each week to find their way into running! This week's guest, cough cough I mean guests are three amazing ladies who have done the Couch to 5k programme and come on to tell us all about their experience, and their next goals! Thank you to Katie, Vari and Emma (@katie_jayne_the_runner, @runningwithit35 and @emmavlmarriott on Instagram) for coming on,

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01:21:54

Series 3 Episode 9: Jonathan Frary

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/05/27

It's Thursday which means there's another episode from us! Lots to talk about this week including the sad news about Parkrun being delayed and on the theme of events what would you do if you organised a race! On that topic our guest this week is Jono Frary from Curly's Athletes (@CurlysAthletes on Instagram) about being a race organiser and the challenges the pandemic has thrown his way. Also how he became a World Champion Bog Snorkelling Triathlete!? Challenge Matt continues with the outcome from

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01:33:04

Series 3 Episode 8: Lee Ryan

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/05/20

Its Thursday and you know what that means! This weeks show takes a turn for the ridiculous as the lads discuss the weird and wonderful world of Guinness World Records and go in hard on a certain cartoon Rabbit. This week's guest is the awesome Lee Ryan, you may remember him as our running hero of the week recently. Lee himself is a multiple time world record holder and a huge part of the UAE running scene - where he has lived for the last few years. Check out his chat with Rob to hear his amazing

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01:25:26

Series 3 Episode 7: Roberto Owor

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/05/13

We're back again for another week of running themed chatter! This week we talk Mental Health on Mental Health Awareness Week and the importance of checking in on your friends and how set backs in running may effect them. We also discuss post race running swagger, have you ever had something strange like a bottle of rum in a goody bag? Let us know! Our guest this week is the awesome Roberto Owor (@denirolondon on Instagram) all about how he fell into love with running and his plans for the local

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01:29:14

Series 3 Episode 6: Ian and George

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/05/06

The boys are back again for another episode of series 3! This week we talk about the the carbon plated shoes and are they too much? Are they the equivalent to doping and should they be restricted more? Our guest this week is the running couple Ian and George (@Ianrunsldn and @fitcetera on Instagram) about how they balance training to achieve their own goals and ambitions and help each other as well! More on Ian and George: Ian Linktree George Linktree Challenge Matt continues with the outcome

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01:23:52

Series 3 Episode 5: Sally Brider

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/04/29

We're back again for another week of running themed chatter! This week we talk about the Cheshire Elite Marathon, where Jake Smith won depsite never running more than 22 miles, setting a 1500m and 800m PB that week and on pacing duties, oh and he's only 22! Our guest this week is the lovely Sally Brider (@sallybrider on Instagram) someone who as she says 'found running later on in life' after getting into the London Marathon she's now an Asics Front Runner, still running marathons and chasing down

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01:23:37

Series 3 Episode 4: Amritpal Ghatora

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/04/22

Episode 4 is here! This week we talk about the NN Mission Marathon, where Kipchoge was the main focus as he tries to put a statement down before the Tokyo Olympics later on this year. We also talk about the Abbott World Majors and the 6 stars which is an aim for many! This leads us onto our guest this week Amritpal (@Amritpalghatora on Instagram) a 6 star finisher himself tells us how he went from running one lap in the park to qualifying for Boston! More on Amrit: YouTube Channel

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01:02:05

Series 3 Episode 3: Ana Chaplin

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/04/15

Back again for some more running chat, funny stories and a Statman Jon update. Our guest on the show this week is Ana Chaplin (@chasingchaplin on Instagram) Queen of the running community about her running journey and plans for 2021. We also chat to Nick (@dirtmonkey73 on Instagram) about Junior Parkrun as he volunteered at the first event back, finding out what he thought of it and what it could mean for the main parkrun return! Challenge Matt continues with the outcome from Little Matt Taylor and

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01:05:48

Series 3 Episode 2: Simon Grace

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/04/08

We're back again for episode 2 of series 3! Our guest this week is Simon Grace (@runfatboyrun2017 on Instagram) all about his journey into running and what he hopes to achieve in the future. The boys then talk about the recent Women's Half Marathon World Record that fell and the possible World Record in the 5k by GB's Beth Potter. Challenge Matt continues with the outcome from Matt and JPs battle and a new challenger steps forward with a big call out for our Matt. Statman Jon drops in again on his

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01:23:07

Series 3 Episode 1: Nick Butter

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/04/01

We're back for some more fun and running chatter! We kick off series 3 in style with a chat to the first and only person to run a marathon in every country of the world yes it's Nick Butter (@nickbutterrun on Instagram) Nick comes on to chat about his amazing challenges such as running 196 marathons in 196 countries over 674 days alone, as well as his Italian challenge involving 100 marathons in 100 days. Nick's not stopping there though, on April 17th Nick will be starting his Run Britain challenge

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01:09:20

Series 2 Episode 12: Cat Roberts

What The Fartlek Podcast ·

2021/03/18

On the series finale of series 2 we continue the discussion on harassment towards ladies and what can be done from men. We also have a very inspiring chat with Cat Roberts (@cattherunner on Instagram) all about her work on the matter as well as her running journey and story. More on Cat and useful links: Active bystander initiative Home office survey Jackson Katz Ted Talk - Violence Against Women it's a men's issue Daniel Sloss story The lads are then joined by Statman Jon! To wrap up the

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