Maximum Mileage Running Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Ever faced a DNF in an ultramarathon? You know the sinking feeling, the disappointment, the sense of failure? Well, we're here to tell you it's not! Join us as we reveal how DNFs, far from being career-enders, are often stepping stones on the road to success. We'll share our personal tales of DNFs - from poor shoe choices to unanticipated terrain - and how these exp...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever wonder what it takes to win an ultra-marathon? You're in for a treat as we chat with the remarkable Andy Berry, the recent winner of one of the UK's toughest races, the Lakeland 100. Pulling back the curtain on his preparation, Andy shares how he stepped away from racing to focus on rigorous training in the hills and fells for the Lakes 24-Hour record, guided...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder how to stay motivated on the long, arduous journey that is marathon training? We've got your back! Join us for another recording of my athlete Hotseat where we focus on the Marathon as we share personal experiences, tips, and strategies that have kept us going. From the highs and lows of the London Marathon ballot to the importance of goal-setting, we reveal how t...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how to fuel your body before that early morning run when you're racing against time? Get ready to unravel the science behind carbohydrates and their role in powering great and speedy running. Fret not about post-run hunger pangs, as we discuss the importance of hydration and nutritious food, spilling the beans on healthy snack options that can give you that quic...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Faye and Nick co-host and we have a very special guest with us, Joanne Smith Jo has taken to running since a terrible car accident 15 years ago left her in severe pain. Not only has it helped her physical recovery, but it has helped her apply coaching that she has learned outside of the traditional running coaching realms, to help others with chronic pain, illness...

Send us Fan Mail Strap in, runners! The Maximum Mileage Running Podcast is back with another explosive episode, packed with wisdom and insights. This time, we're flipping the script once again as my athletes take control, grilling me with their burning questions about running. It's a no-holds-barred, laugh-out-loud session where we dig deep into the nitty-gritty of running long and stron...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 3, we delve into the often overlooked yet critical component of race preparation - sleep. We discuss effective strategies to optimize your sleep in the week leading up to your race and offer tips for that elusive pre-race night's slumber. Next, we revisit pacing strategies for marathons, offering a deeper dive into finding your rhythm and sustaining it. Learn how t...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 2 of the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast, where we're hitting the ground running with all things marathon. In this episode (another recording of the Hoteast where my own athletes throw questions at me!), we take a deep dive into some of the finer details that can make or break your race day. Ever heard of 'the blue line'? We discuss the significan...

Send us Fan Mail "Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast, where we dive headfirst into the riveting world of long-distance running! In this episode, we pull no punches, addressing the very real impact of the menstrual cycle on training. Should you adjust your regimen during this time, or is it business as usual? We weigh the pros and cons, bringing you insight...