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Anna Dingley and Matt Seddon

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2025/06/27

UK Eiden, Inspired by Japan’s world-famous Hakone Ekiden, brings long-distance team relay racing to UK roads, blending university athletics, corporate participation, and cultural exchange.In this episode, host Michelle catches up with Anna Dingley (UK Ekiden founder) and Matt Seddon (Athletics Director & Oxford University Cross Country Head Coach) after this year’s event, which saw university and corporate teams racing along the Thames — with plenty of action, community spirit, and lessons

44:46

Joe Justice from Wahoo Fitness

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2025/06/23

Everything You Need to Know About Treadmill Running – with Joe Justice from Wahoo FitnessLinks:In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, we’re joined by Joe Justice, Senior Product Manager for Running at Wahoo Fitness. Joe combines over 20 years of experience as a runner and coach with deep expertise in product strategy to create innovative tools for runners, including Wahoo’s latest smart treadmill technology.We cover everything runners want to know about treadmill running, including:What makes a

54:51

Steve Till

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2025/06/17

In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, we welcome Steve Till, a true endurance sport veteran. From finishing last in his first school race to representing Great Britain in 24-hour running events, from completing more than 100 marathons to walking 100 miles in under 24 hours as a Centurion, Steve has dedicated his life to the pursuit of distance. We explore the origins of his running journey, the highs and lows of competition, what fuels his passion, and what he’s learned over four decades of

44:10

Steph Kessell (née Davis) | Marathon Runner | Olympian

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2025/06/10

Running Through It All: Pregnancy, Parenthood & Recovery from Injury with Olympian Stephanie DavisIn this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, Michelle welcomes back Olympic marathoner, coach, and new mum Stephanie Davis. Since her last appearance, Steph has navigated the highs and challenges of pregnancy, birth via C-section, postpartum recovery, and a return to running — all while continuing her coaching work with Runna.Steph shares openly about:Managing a bone stress injury that disrupted her

60:10

Mike James

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2025/06/02

In this episode of the UKRunChat Podcast, Michelle speaks with Endurance Physio Mike James, who brings a wealth of experience from marathons, Ironmans, and ultra events, offering both scientific and lived perspectives on the rise of ultra running.The conversation explores the surge in popularity of ultra marathons—why so many runners are skipping traditional distance progressions, the physical and psychological demands of ultras, training strategies, injury risk management, and the value of walk-run

37:34

Simon Blair

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2025/05/27

Simon Blair turned to ultra running as a way to manage his mind, find focus, and push past limits he once thought defined him. Diagnosed with ADHD later in life, Simon shareshow endurance sport, including the Marathon des Sables, became more than just a physical test for him.Listen to Michelle and Simon discuss:Living with ADHD and receiving a diagnosis as an adult.Using ultra running to manage focus, emotions & resilience.Behind the scenes of Beyond Limits, his new documentary.Why we need more

47:21

Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson | Ultra Women

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2025/05/19

In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, we’re joined by Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson, the authors of Ultra Women, a powerful book that shines a light on the untold stories of women in endurance sport..We explore the inspiration behind the book, the process of gathering and curating such raw and personal narratives, and what these stories reveal about identity, resilience, and representation for women.From elite athletes to everyday heroes, Ultra Women isn’t just about running, it’s about

45:11

Alex Staniforth

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2025/05/12

This week on the UKRunChat Podcast, we speak with adventurer & mental health advocate Alex Staniforth about his most ambitious challenge yet – climbing all 446 mountains in England & Wales in just 50 days. 🏔️But this episode is more than a challenge breakdown – it's about why Alex does what he does, how he overcame personal struggles, and how he's turning endurance into impact through his charity, Mind Over Mountains.Alex is a survivor of two Mount Everest disasters which have given Alex a

49:25

David Miller

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2025/05/07

In this episode of the UKRunChat podcast, we’re joined by trail running photographer David Miller, whose emotive and powerful imagery has captured the hearts of the running community worldwide.David talks us through his journey fromtrail runner to award-winning photographer, revealing how lockdown sparked a creative path that led him to shoot some of the world’s most iconic endurance events. We delve into the stories behind his most recognised images—like his award-winning photo of Mathieu Blanchard

38:39

Jeric Yuan

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2025/04/29

In this episode, we chat with the amazing Jeric Yuan – known to many as @coderunnerguy on Instagram!From his first half marathon on just two weeks' notice, to creating brilliant GPS art across London, Jeric shares:His journey into runningHow he plans his jaw-dropping GPS designsHis mission to complete the World Marathon MajorsThe story behind drawing T-Rexes and chickens at Victoria ParkWhy memories mean more than medalsPlus, we challenge YOU to create your own GPS art!

40:00

Bruce Hampton

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2025/04/25

Bruce is running a 4 Marathons and an Ultra Challenge this year (with his 4 marathons in the space of 30 days). He's already completed Brighton and Paris Marathons, and next up for him is Manchester, then Milton Keynes.Bruce chats openly about starting running during lockdown to help him lose weight, and since then he's devised a number of different challenges, all for charity.Follow Bruce on X

52:11

Jacob Allen

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2025/04/19

In this episode, we’re joined by British elite distance runner Jacob Allen, who’s lining up in the Elite Field at the 2025 London Marathon. With standout personal bests of 13:47 for 5K, 28:33 for 10K, and 62:43 for the half marathon, Jacob shares what it takes to compete at the highest level—all while balancing a full-time job as a PE teacher.We dive into his journey into the sport, training philosophies, and the mindset required to perform on the big stage. Jacob also opens up about the challenges

53:38

Lisa McNally | Steve Cram

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2025/04/11

In this episode Michelle is joined by Director of Public Health for Worcestershire, Lisa McNally and Steve Cram to talk about the Wythall & Hollywood Fun Run which takes place on Sunday 25th June.Michelle, Lisa and Steve chat about:- The importance of community led events like the Wythall and Hollywood Fun Run for improving public health.- Who accesses these events.- The social and mental health benefits of encouraging local running communities.- Steve Cram's advice for training for your first

47:58

Andy Blow | Precision Fuel and Hydration

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2025/04/07

In this episode Michelle and Andy do a deep dive into hydration for endurance running and chatted about:- common mistakes runners make with their hydration- hyponatremia (or the dangers of over-hydrating)- recognising the signs of dehydration- do you need a race hydration strategy?- are you a salty sweater?- electrolytes- pre- and post-race hydrationInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/precisionfandh/Info on

82:09

Renee McGregor

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2025/04/01

Renee is a sports dietician specialising in REDs, the female athlete, hormonal health, and athlete performance. Her latest book, Fuel for Thought, is a practical guide to how and what to eat for endurance athletes. In this episode, we discuss behaviours around food, and Renee gives us some really practical advice around fuelling, recovery, carb-loading and supplementation.https://reneemcgregor.com/https://www.instagram.com/r_mcgregor/

42:15

Andrew Hughes

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2025/03/12

Andrew Hughes is two months into a year-long challenge called the Five-a-Day challenge. Every single day of 2025, he’s running at least 5k, but there’s a twist—he’s doing it with a different person every day, sharing their running story, and documenting it all. His goal? To connect with 365 different runners and compile their experiences into an eBook that will inspire others to get out and move.Andrew's already had some incredible conversations along the way. But with 10 months ahead, how is he

38:22

Ben Lee

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2025/03/06

In this episode of the UK Run Chat Podcast, we sit down with Ben Lee, founder of Run Legacy—a UK-based ecommerce and media platform dedicated to championing sustainable running gear and transparent business practices. Ben shares his 20 years of experience in specialty running retail and how his passion for the environment, inspired him to create a platform where performance and sustainability go hand-in-hand.Learn about Run Legacy’s approach to verifying green claims, why transparency is key to

49:51

Scott Hill

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2025/02/24

In this episode, we catch up with elite triathlete & coach Scott Hill (@ironhill83 @triwolfcoach) to dive deep into training, racing, and coaching at the highest level.Scott shares insights into:- His journey since competing at Kona & top performances last year- What it takes to achieve a sub 9-hour Ironman, and how to shave seconds off PBs- What it’s like to coachRAF Triathlon& balance being an athlete himself- How pacing Shrewsbury Half Marathon has become an annual tradition, and how

49:17

Sophie Power

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2025/02/17

Sophie Power is an ultra runner, and campaigner, passionate about increasing access to sport for women. She has recently set a new women's world record for the most distance run on a treadmill in 48 hours, at this year's National Running Show in Birmingham.Michelle and Sophie chat about:- Sophie's World Record breaking 48 hour treadmill run at the National Running Show and how she's contributing to scientific research on female athletes. - Her first experiences of ultra running- How a viral picture

49:36

Sally Green

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2025/02/12

In this episode we're joined by Sally Green. Sally is an endurance runner, she started running in 2017 and signed up for her first marathon in 2018, finishing in 4:56. Since then, she's worked her way down to a personal best of 3:08.We chat about how her running has evolved to gain her a Championship place in London Marathon in 2025, and what her training looks like.Enjoy this chat between Michelle and Sally.IGhttps://www.instagram.com/sally_ontherun/

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