Idiots Go Running

Expert Running Tips | Training, Recovery, Endurance & Smarter Decisions In this episode of Experts Help the Idiots , we talk training, endurance, pacing, recovery, and the decisions that make or break a run. From mileage and intensity to strength work, rest days, nutrition, and mindset, our expert shares simple, practical advice runners can actually use. Whether you’re building aerobic fitness...

Marathon training | Sub-3 attempt - I’m chasing Nick Weston — a 3-hour marathon pacer and experienced running coach who understands what it really takes to train faster, smarter, and more consistently. This mini-series dives into marathon training , coaching vs self-coaching , and the real differences between: 1-to-1 running coaching Training with apps like Runna Online marathon plans Training wit...

Experts Help the Idiots – What’s the Weirdest Thing That’s Gone Through Your Head on a Run? Running clears your head… Or so everyone says. In this episode of Experts Help the Idiots, we ask a simple question — and get some very unexpected answers: What’s the weirdest thing that’s ever gone through your head while running? From completely random thoughts to dark humour, strange daydreams and questi...

Mental strength. Every runner talks about it. Very few actually know how to train it. In Episode 2 of Experts Help the Idiots , we tackle one of the biggest questions in running: can mental strength actually be trained — or do you either have it or you don’t? Joined by experienced coaches and endurance athletes, the idiots explore what happens in your head when running gets tough — and how to stop...

Because enthusiasm alone only gets you so far… The Expert to Help the Idiots series is a dedicated spin-off from the Idiots Go Running podcast, created to answer the questions every runner asks — usually after they’ve already made the mistake. As we prepare for our biggest challenge yet — running 350 miles from Mizen Head to Malin Head — we realised something important: we don’t need more motivati...

In this episode, we break down proven training methods for endurance runners — whether you’re gearing up for your first marathon , chasing down your next ultra , or just trying to stay consistent without totally wrecking your legs (or your social life). Expect some solid advice, a few questionable opinions, and the usual chaos you’ve come to love. You’ll learn: 🏃 How to train smart for long-dista...

Matt Knaggs, Nick Weston, Colin Goodman and Andrew Goodman sit down to talk through what it really takes to plan a multi-day ultra event. From training blocks and logistics to route planning and accommodation — it’s all here as we map out the 350-mile Mizen to Malin challenge for MS Runs Ireland. 💬 Expect laughs, chaos and plenty of lessons from the Idiots Go Running crew. 🌍 Website: idiotsgorun...

🎙️ Episode 3 — Can Andrew Be Trained? (feat. Nick, the “Running Coach”) This week, the Idiots bring in Nick — the man brave enough (or foolish enough) to take on the impossible: training us to run 350 miles from Mizen Head to Malin Head — the full length of Ireland! Matt, Colin, and Andrew sit down to talk all things training, planning, and panic… Is Nick officially our running coach? Can Andrew a...

Matt finally drops the bombshell on Andrew — the challenge isn’t just big, it’s HUGE… and it’s happening sooner than expected. The Idiots have officially agreed to take on 350 miles of running across Ireland . This is long-distance running at its most ridiculous. Ultra-distance. Multi-day endurance. Hundreds of miles, back-to-back. Emotions run high, jokes fly, and reality sets in — can three Idio...

The Idiots are back! Colin, Andrew, and Matt reveal their boldest running adventure to date — bigger, harder, and further than anything we’ve ever taken on before. 100s of miles (or maybe even kilometres) lie ahead, and the chaos starts here. Join us as we talk training, planning, and just how ridiculous this challenge really is. Season 4 is going to push us beyond the limits — so buckle up, it’s...

Famine Way 100 – DNF Diaries Colin and Andrew are back to spill the beans on the Famine Way 100 – a 100-mile ultramarathon that didn’t quite go to plan. In this brutally honest episode, we talk about why we DNF’d, how it all went down, and the lessons learned along the way. We couldn’t have done it without our incredible crewman, Jeff, who went above and beyond to keep us moving. The course? 90% c...

🎙️ Season 3, Episode – Colin chats with Oonah: Behind the NI Running Show In this episode, Colin sits down with Oonah Cattigan —trail runner, Glens of Antrim regular, and the organiser behind The NI Running Show , a brand-new event coming to Belfast in February 2026. We talk: How Oonah’s love of running inspired her to launch Northern Ireland’s first-ever dedicated running expo What it takes to or...

Colin meets the legendary Donald—yes, the man with that beard—who they bonded with mid-race at the NI100 (probably at the world’s longest aid station stop). - We chat: 🧔 Film appearances thanks to facial hair ✂️ Would Donald shave it off for a medal made from his hair? 📸 Why selfies cost him a sub-24-hour finish 🇩🇪 His next challenge: the Berlin 100 🤪 Plus, Andrew asks another ridiculous questi...

This week on Idiots Go Running , Colin chats with the one and only Jeffrey James Binney—ultra runner, filmmaker, dog-dad, and sheep-herder-in-training (yes, seriously). We dive into his journey from comedy clubs to crushing epic endurance events like the Leadville 100 , one of the toughest ultra marathons on the planet. From training tales and trail madness to living off-grid with a sheepdog that’...

🎙️ New Episode: Running with Purpose – Ryan Nyquist’s Ultra Marathon Mission 🏃‍♂️💥 In this episode of Idiots Go Running , we chat with the inspiring Ryan Nyquist , who’s running an ultramarathon every month to raise awareness and funds to fight sex trafficking . We talk: 🍔 What fuels him (real food, not just gels) 💪 His motivation to keep pushing month after month 🪿 The time a gang of geese t...

This episode, we chat with our show sponsors—Protein Rebel! Tim joins us to talk all things fuelling and recovery, and why Protein Rebel is all about natural, easy-to-digest products without any of the usual bulking agents or chemical nasties. We dig into how the brand started, what sets them apart from the big players, and—because it’s us—how Tim ended up in an Andrew-sized puppy costume. Loads o...

In this episode of Idiots Go Running, we dive into the wild world of ultramarathon crewing! 🏃‍♂️🧃 Andrew “The Crewman” Goodman shares what it’s really like supporting Colin through the 100-mile We Run Wild NI Ultra—from spilled coffee to broken headtorches and some seriously questionable decisions (including singing Queen mid-race). Somehow, it all worked out… and Colin finished in 4th place!🎙️...

This week on Idiots Go Running – Part 2 of the madness! We’re back with the second half of our 100-mile ultra adventure, and the chaos continues… Colin pushes through the night, somehow stronger after feeling rough early on—powered by grit, Coke, and possibly rage. Meanwhile, Andrew hits peak crew mode by spilling coffee over the spare clothes (classic). We talk about the long, dark miles, emotion...

This week, Andrew and Colin dive into the madness of their latest 100-mile ultra adventure.  From Colin’s rollercoaster ride—starting off sick and somehow powering through to the finish—to Andrew’s elite-level crewing (which included spilling coffee on the spare clothes, obviously), it’s classic Idiots chaos. Expect stories of grit, jelly, coffee disasters, and a finish line that felt very far awa...

On this episode of Idiots Go Running, we chat with Lewis from Smiffy Runs ! From smashing out a marathon a day for a month to fuelling with Cream Eggs (yep, really), Lewis is the kind of ultra runner who just keeps going. We talk about epic challenges, bouncing back when things go sideways, and what drives someone to keep throwing themselves into wild running adventures. Get ready for laughs, insp...

Colin chats with the one and only Ed Ettinghausen — aka The Jester — a world-record-smashing ultra runner who’s on track to complete 300+ 100-milers ! 💥 We dive into: 👟 Running in full Jester gear (yes, seriously!) 🍫 The madness of the Willy Wonka Ultra 🏃‍♂️ How he keeps going mile after mile (after mile!) 👶 Running for his grandkids and future generations 💪 Mental toughness, pacing, fuellin...

In this episode of Idiots Go Running , Colin chats with Jake and Ross , the youngest duo to complete the epic Mizen to Malin challenge! Not only are they ultra runners, but they’ve also built the highest igloo in the UK ! - 🏔️ Now, they’re taking on the Marathon des Sables (MDS) in support of NI Pancreatic Cancer . 💜 Hear about their incredible journey, how they prepare for the world’s toughest r...

In this episode of Idiots Go Running , Colin sits down with Artemus , the mastermind behind the best bakery in Greece! 🇬🇷🥐 From fueling runners with perfect pastries to sharing the secrets behind the flakiest filo, Artemus gives us the inside scoop on what makes his bakery a must-visit. We chat about the importance of good food for endurance, the best pre- and post-run treats, and, of course, how...

We did it, baby! 🇬🇷🏃‍♂️ We made it from Marathon to Athens — 26.2 miles of pure history, sweat, and a few questionable decisions. This was Andrew’s first marathon , and let’s be honest, the real goal was survival (and snacks). Along the way, we took in the sights: the legendary Athenian soldier , the stunning Bay of Marathon , and—most importantly— secured a top-tier pastry and coffee stop mid-ra...

We made it to Greece, baby! 🇬🇷🏃‍♂️ It’s part one of our Marathon to Athens Adventure , and in true Idiots Go Running style, it’s already been an eventful journey. ✈️ From dodgy travel decisions to high-stakes Rock, Paper, Scissors , we somehow made it to the start line. But that’s not all—we had the absolute privilege of meeting the one and only Ultramarathon Man, Dean Karnazes , AND Spartathlon’...