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Running Won"t Save You

A podcast for people that hate running podcasts.Hosted by author, coach and ultrarunner Allie Bailey, Running Won"t Save You aims to be the most fun it can be whilst also offering a bit of insight, some proper advice and (sorry about this) some coaching tips in a way that won"t make you want to throw your phone in the sea.With a weekly rotation of incredible co-hosts including former GB athlete Holly Stables, and WMRA expert and decorated ultrarunner Kirsty Reade, Running Won"t Save You is the

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All Episodes

75:13

Sitting With The Stuff You Don't Want To Sit With

Running Won"t Save You ·

2026/04/03

TW - this podcast contains talk of suicidal ideation and mental illness. This week Kirsty steps in for Holly as we cover everything from wholesome weekends away to quantification fixation. There's some proper talk around acceptance and grief here, as well as a short discussion around suicidal ideatuon and mental health. If this podcast has effected you and you feel like you need to talk to someone or need some help in this area you can contact Mind on 0300 123 3393 or the Samaritans on 116 123

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77:59

The Best You Can Be

Running Won"t Save You ·

2026/03/28

This week Allie and Kirsty talk about the importance of human interaction within the process with regards to running and book writing; especially when it comes to learning, growing and sharing ideas. We also have some great listener emails and discuss why curiosity is always better than judgement. This series is once again sponsored by our friends at XMILES - your one stop nutrition shop, You can get 10% off your orders using the code RWSY10.

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73:55

After The Event

Running Won"t Save You ·

2026/03/21

Holly is back fresh of her win at the Green Man with some brilliant advice about how to process your brain after your event. We talk The Dip - depression, impermanence and post race crashes - as well as covering the awful news about ourea events and Allie plans for 2026 and beyond. We also talk about poo. Again. And there's a Sean Dyer update! This series is once again sponsored by our friends at XMILES - your one stop nutrition shop, You can get 10% off your orders using the code RWSY10.

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78:03

Why Do We Value Outcome Over Process?

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2026/03/14

This week Allie and Kirsty discuss everything from Kirsty's hotly anticipated return to road running to why being a dick to yourself makes you a member of the partricahy, ladies. We also ask why it is that we as a society value outcomes over process - we don't have an answer for this - if you do please let us know! And we also make known our feelings on the UTS mess. Can you guess what they are? There's a bit of a plug for Damos new book as well - you can get your copy here:

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64:22

The 200 Mile Process

Running Won"t Save You ·

2026/03/07

Holly is back and she has got some epic advice re: Process for those of you with 200 miles plus on your to do lists. Apologies in advance about how juveille and all over the place this episode is - I recorded it, then lost the recording, then made us record it again 12 hours later......but I actually think it's a really good episode! This series is once again sponsored by our friends at XMILES - your one stop nutrition shop, You can get 10% off your orders using the code RWSY10.

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63:22

The Delicious Struggle

Running Won"t Save You ·

2026/02/28

We back! Welcome to the season opener where Allie and Kirsty spend ten minutes talking absolute shite before introducing the topic for season five - PROCESS. We discuss what process actually is, why it's important and how a lot of us are getting it wrong, plus we marvel at how the women of the winter olympics are getting it right and why it's important to keep two eyes on the path. The book Kirsty mentions is The Score by C.Thi. Nguyen. We'd love to answer your questions on process - send them to us

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41:16

The 2026 Barkley Marathons Special with Damian Hall

Running Won"t Save You ·

2026/02/17

It's the morning after the two days before and we have an exclusive interview with Damian Hall, one if only two runners who made it to the end of loop three at the Barkley Marathons 2026. Here we get a very tired insight into the conditions and route this year, and clarification on whether or not Damian actually did run the third loop with no shoes on. In addition we have some crew insight from Allie on what it takes to crew a person with no tracker and no phone and with no idea of where they are or

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70:29

Montane Winter Spine 2026 Recap with Allie, Holly and...

Running Won"t Save You ·

2026/01/24

In this one off episdoe, Allie chats to Holly and Kirsty about her 2026 full WInter Spine experience. As well as Allie's view from the race, there are also some great nuggets from Kirsty who was working on the Byrness CP, reflections on the race and a whole load of helpful tips from future Spine runners. I'd say the pace of this pod is slow at best - sorry about that! But we will be back in February with more mega banter filled podacs to keep you trotting along! The Running Won't Save You podcast is

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70:39

Once it's Scone, it's Scone.

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/12/13

In the final episode of the series, Allie and Kirsty cover every topic ever including Kirsty's miraculous place at Hard Rock, who is the hardest on the podcast, Allie's new book, Sarah Perry doing Sarah Perry things and what the most tasty snack they have discovered via xmiles is, plus there's a bit of correspondence to end the season on.Thanks so much for listening to season four - we will be back in the new year!The Running Won't Save You podcast is proudly sponsored by XMiles - you get 10% off

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69:56

Seventeen Coffees and some Correspondence

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/12/06

Allie is joined by Holly for the penultimate pod of the season and it's a correspondence special! There are a load of questions answered plus some TV chat and an update on the Boston Bellend - how far will we go to get him banned?The Running Won't Save You podcast is proudly sponsored by XMiles - you get 10% off all your orders using the code RWSY10.

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74:30

The Kendal Ket Club

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/11/29

This week Allie and Kirsty discuss being gaslighted by Hoka, the Kendal mountain festival, alcoholism, the not yet theory and emotional avoidance vs endurance plus we talk about our fave Xmiles snacks and try and answer the age old question am I ready for an ultra? What a show!The Running Won't Save You podcast is proudly sponsored by XMiles - you get 10% off all your orders using the code RWSY10.

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77:45

When the Gym Is The Hard Thing

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/11/22

Praise be Holly is back! This week it's a bit of a strength special because so many of you tell us you find the gym to be the hard thing - so we have got some ace info for you to get you started or keep you going - let us know if its helpful - PLUS there is an update on last weeks prick from the running club situation and Allies 5Km horror challenge. Keep your questions coming!The Running Won't Save You podcast is proudly sponsored by XMiles - you get 10% off all your orders using the code

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81:39

You're Doing Winter Wrong

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/11/15

In this week episode, there's something for everyone from fell racing to butt plugs to pants. Allie and Kirsty discuss why we're all getting winter wrong, we answer some of your questions and launch an investigation into a man being an absolute bellend (I know - hard to believe). Let us know what you think in the comments!The Running Won't Save You podcast is proudly sponsored by XMiles - you get 10% off all your orders using the code RWSY10.

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72:53

Backyard Ultra World Champion Sarah Perry on doing...

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/11/08

Holly's on erm...Hollyday, so we are absolutely thrilled to be joined by extra special friend of the show and backyard ultra world champion Sarah Perry! Sarah is not only one of the most wonderful humans ever to grace the earth but also one of the greatest ultrarunners this country has ever produced. From her first 30 miler to smashing the world record for the BYU, we talk about what it took to break that record - and it's not what you think. The word brutal is not mentioned ONCE. Huge thanks to

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70:17

Blind Tolerance and the Misery Muscle

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/11/01

In this week's highly professional and well-presented podcast, Allie and Kirsty cover pretty much everything from David Goggins to why they don't go to parties. Fresh off a lovely trip running up and down all the Northern Wainwrights, there is some hopefully inspiring chat about how to cope in harsh conditions on the hill, dealing with body image, the difficulties of changing your mind and how to set goals as you grow older and so slower.Thanks so much for your amazing questions and keep them

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73:13

Ear Bleeding Hardness vs Long Term Suffering

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/10/24

This week Allie and Holly talk injuries and setbacks, where suffering actually comes from and the problem with entwining yourself worth with your hobby. Be warned - this one gets deep.Theres also some chat about the awesome Sarah Perry as she continues to smash the women's BYU record and we answer a listener question about the difficulties of time management - keep your questions coming via email or DM.The Running Won't Save You podcast is proudly sponsored by XMiles - you get 10% off all your

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79:05

The Hardest Reader

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/10/17

Podcast favourite Kirsty Reade is back, and she knows what she's talking about which is a massive relief for everyone. This episode we talk a LOT about Tour Des Geantes and Tot Dret, discuss books, chat disaster planning, play a bit of hardness top trumps thanks to ChatGPT, and talk about why the word 'resilience' is totally misunderstood.Let us know what you think and send us your questions on toughness and resilience via instagram or email.The Running Won't Save You podcast is proudly sponsored by

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79:45

The LIDL Hammock

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/10/10

We're back! Our fourth season theme is Doing Hard Things and in this episode Holly and Allie talk about what we actually mean by that - and the results may surprise you. There's a lot of chat about mental health that some people may find triggering, some might find helpful and we try and answer the question why do we do these things when they have the ability to make us feel so shit?We would love your questions on the topic Doing Hard Things - please send them to us via the email link in the bio

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62:49

Finding Your Purpose with Dr Josie Perry

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/08/08

Our end of season interview is here and we are thrilled to be joined by top sport psychologist Dr Josie Perry. In this episode we discuss the problem with Strava, how not to attach your identity to an outcome and how to define what success means to you to make your running more fun and fulfilling. There are also some really helpful tips on how to define your purpose and why it's important to do so, plus we answer some of your listener questions. Huge thanks to Josei for her time. You can get hold of

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76:11

Lakeland 100 recap with Damian Hall

Running Won"t Save You ·

2025/08/01

Damo and Allie are back for the final co-host episode of the series to discuss Damians successful win at the Lakeland 100. Damo talks us through the highs and lows of the race, his focus, plan and how he exectued it but the big question is how many times wil he mention UTMB? Spoiler alert - it's a LOT. There are also some really bad jokes plus answers to your questions about his race.The Running Won't Save You podcast is proudly sponsored by XMiles - get 10% off all web orders using the code RWSY10

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