Local Runners Podcast

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW --- In Episode 142 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down with George Lewis. With PBs of 19min for 5k, Half 1:23, marathon 3:04, George has really taken to running. He did a marathon in 2012 at Manchester in the worst conditions known to man, but he tells us how he got back into running after that. George is known for his comedy videos on Instagram and Tiktok, making...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 141 of the Local Runners Podcast, we chat about training updates and go through race reviews for Sale Sizzler, Marple 10k and The Tour. The Tour was the main talking points where there are so many positive points, but there are too many negative points that put runners in danger. We have a good chat about this but we don't want The Tour to go anywhere,...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW --- In Episode 140 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down with Louisa Whittingham who has PBs of 5k - 17:16, 10k - 35:29, half - 79:33, marathon - 2:46:54. Being in a family of runners, the competitive nature is definitely there. Getting kudos from Grandad, beating dad to be the fastest Whittingham, she has excelled in running over the years. Running in the US being a...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW --- In Episode 139 Dave, Katie and Cal chat about Welsh Castles Relay and how big it is. Cal and Katie didn't realise until doing it this year on how big it was and now its a date in the diary each year, running or supporting. With local races coming thick and fast, Black Knight Charge is one that is on the calendar with just 5 weeks until the race, so get to bookitz...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 138 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down with Caroline Canty. Caroline is a Bramhall Runner who has completed all 6 Marathon Majors. She talks through her marathon journey (mainly with Katie), and how the bumps along the way made the run in Boston even sweeter. Caroline talks about London, New York, Berlin, Chicago, Tokyo then Boston with everything in...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW --- In Episode 137 of the Local Runners Podcast, we chat about whats happened in the last 3 weeks. Lots of races have taken place and our very own Katie Kay has been on the podium for a few of them. Katie talks about her track experiences in Carlisle with ECH, Cal tells us about the meet and greet with Dame Kelly Holmes at Manchester 10k before pacing 45min, Dave is link...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW --- In Episode 136 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down with Oriel Hardman and talk about how she got into running. From beating the boys in PE, to being on a start line on the worlds stage at a young age. Oriel tells us about how she handled the pressure of being so good as a junior, and how she would change it if she could go back. She also talks about RED-S (Rela...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 135 of the Local Runners Podcast, Cal, Katie and Dave sit down and chat about local races in the area and there are loads to chose from. We also talk about track races and how clubs need athletes to compete in track and field events. Updates on marathon blues, as well as how the team handle going into the summer after a big marathon block. --- 🎙️ EPISODE SP...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 134 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down and chat about London Marathon with Sean & Katie being involved in the biggest Marathon to date with the FIRST EVER SUB 2 hour marathon. Sean tells us about how it went for him in London (spoiler, he wasn't happy) and Katie talks about her experience in Project 3 with Puma.--- 🥇🥈🥉RACE REVIEW SPONSORS ---R...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW --- In Episode 133 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down with Dave Barratt. He has an impressive CV. He has PBs of 5k - 14.20, 10k - 29.20, Half - 65.22 Marathon - 2.19.33, 50k - 2.58.46. Winner at the Anglo‑Celtic Plate 100km / British 100km Championships in Limerick (March 2026). Finishing time of 6:31:04, placing him 5th fastest on the UK all‑time 100km rankings....

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 132 of the Local Runners Podcast, we talk about Manchester Marathon for Cal and Katie. With one PB for the team but both runs were without issues. Cal gives feedback on how James Moles Running Coaching has helped him grow as a runner. We have race reviews for local races Halifax 10k (thanks Carl Hardman), Halifax Urban Trail (thanks James Hartshorne & C...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 131 of the Local Runners Podcast, our ambassadors take over and give an update on their training and racing. Each of the ambassadors give their opinion on the rumours of a London Marathon weekend in 2027 and how it would work. Some great opinions and assumptions on how it would work. They also give us their favourite race, but what will they pick?--- 🎙️ EPI...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 130 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down and discuss your unpopular opinions. From hydration vests for 5k are not needed? Marathons are overrated? Running along the canal is enjoyable? Men shouldn't wear tight shorts?--- 🎙️ EPISODE SPONSORS ---This episode is brought to you in collaboration with Activ8 Sports Therapy in Hyde. Chelsea at ⁠@activ8spo...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 129 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down with Dr Lindsay Hunt and ask all the questions you need answering for fuelling the marathon. Some brilliant listener questions were asked to explain the differences in sugars. We also asked about the need to change your fuelling strategy for warmer days, when to take a caffeine gel, and the benefit of 2:1 glucos...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW --- In Episode 128 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down with Joe and Sarah Hudak. Joe has PBs of 800- 1.52, 1500 - 3.52, 5k - 14.48, 10k - 31.26. Sarah has PBs of 800m - 2:09, 1500m - 4:19, 3km - 9:38, 5km - 16:20, Half - 1.24. They talk about who dragged who to East Cheshire Harriers. They both competed in sports (football and swimming). When the teams folded, and...

--- 🏃‍♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW --- In Episode 127 of the Local Runners Podcast, we talk about training and racing but only when someone has done their homework... SEAN!! Local races of Cheshire Half Marathon, Wilmslow Running Festival and Pulford 10k. Local shouts to a few runners doing some Ultras and one getting win and a GB Vest. We let you know about up and coming local races as well as a website...

Sean, Katie, Cal and Dave speak with Hyde Community Runner who has PBs of 5k: 23:39, 10k: 48:39, Half marathon: 1:48:18, marathon: 4:23:49. Steve Daniels talks about how he got into running and how he got into running after a health scare. Talking about couch to 5k and how he found joy and health in running. From treadmill to the road and hills, Steve tells us about how this has helped him improve...

Dave, Cal, Sean, & Katie have a chat with Leo Loughran from Belle Vue Racers, one of the new ambassadors. We find out about what he is doing, what made him apply to be an ambassador and who he'd take on Desert Island Run... he definitely prepared that answer. International Women's Day was on Sunday so we shared some stories on socials and one has had more traction than others, make sur...

Katie, Dave, Cal and Sean speak with a Sale Harrier who has PBs of 5k 21.43 10k 44.55 and Half marathon 1.42. Lynda Rownlinson's son (Callum) and daughter-in-law (Ali) have already been on the pod and now its Lynda's turn. Lynda talks about how she got into running as well as dragging the children along so she could get her fix. Lynda talks about remembering getting the results in the post...

Cal, Sean, Katie & Dave have a chat with Cara Taylor from Mossley, one of the new ambassadors. We find out about what she is doing, what made her apply to be an ambassador and who she'd take on Desert Island Run... Tameside 5k 2026 has a limit set to 280 and we are fast approaching it. Pacers are set. Course is ready. Are you? Race reviews for Hale 10k, Media City half, Seville Marathon (L...

Dave, Cal, Sean & Katie speak with a Sale Dragon who we now know the real name of. Inky Steve has PBs of 19:59 5km, 42:43 10km, 1:33:35 half marathon, 3:45:15 marathon. Steve talks about how he got into running, how it compares to breaking that sub 20min (but he had issues at the Tameside 5k). He is a very popular runner and he is one who is there to help people through thick and thin. Steve t...

Dave, Sean, Cal & Katie have a chat with James Hartshorne & Clare Finch from ECH who are part of the new ambassador team. Tameside 5k is selling out, and fast (just like the course). We have race reviews of Dewsbury 10k and the final MACCL race. We have a chat about what classes a long run as a long run and Cal gives the best answer he has ever given on the pod. Katie is getting into marat...

Katie, Sean, Cal & Dave chat with two Stockport Harriers who have couple running goals perfected. Steve has PBs of 5K - 20:30, 10k - 42:00, half marathon- 1:32:00, marathon 3:15. Sarah has PBs of 5K 20:35, 10k- 42:00 , half marathon 1:33:00, marathon- 3:20:00. Sarah talks about how she did her first race in 2018 and it went perfectly, then she goes on to run marathons in the majors. Sarah ran...

Sean, Dave, Katie and Cal introduce the new Ambassadors that have joined the LRP Team. Originally wanted to get two new ambassadors, but we couldnt say no to so many, so six were picked. Updates on Tameside 5k, Black Knight Charge as well as a Salford 10k update from Salford Harriers, and its not good news. Race reviews for SELCC, Brass Monkey, Northern XC Champs, and Daffodil 10k. Sean also throw...

Sean, Katie, Dave & Cal speak with a Bury AC Athlete who has been made a massive transformation from self-described 'Emo' phase to running sub 15min 5k. Martin talks about how he had a wake-up call when in New York and made a choice to start his running journey. His journey goes from breaking 1 hour for 10k, then 40min, and bringing that time right down showing his natural talents. Martin is a...