Maximum Mileage Running Podcast

Send us Fan Mail New Year, New You, right?  You're going to turn over a new leaf, pick up a new hobby, fit in more exercise, run every race that's advertised on your TikTok and start that über specific diet you've seen on instagram.  And then 48 hours later it's all fallen apart.  We've all been there.  But fear not, because Coach Faye is here to set you on the right path...

Send us Fan Mail It's 2025 and we're hitting the trails and roads hard!   In this episode, Matt being the nosy bugger that he is, wants to know what other people have in their training sessions.  Because frankly, the nitty gritty of what a 5K runner is doing in their session versus what a 50 mile runner is doing in theirs is really interesting!  After all, it's bringing that specifi...

Send us Fan Mail It's moving ever closer to that festive time of year, plus the questionable discount period of Black Friday, so what better time to get a bit nerdy over the type of tech designed for and marketed towards runners?  With such a huge range of items to choose from, covering pre-run prep, running performance and post-run recovery Nick and Matt jump in to discuss watches, heart rat...

Send us Fan Mail This week Nick and Faye are delighted to be joined by Paul Thomas, owner of actual, real life, bricks & mortar running store Sole Mate , based in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and right on the door step of some fantastic road and trail running.   In the world of online shopping from faceless big box stores, Sole Mate has taken the local running scene by storm by providing a genuine cu...

Send us Fan Mail Aaannd, like the proverbial boomerang, we're back again! Yes, we know it's been another bit of a break but we're getting some rhythm back, promise!  To that end we start by introducing Matt, who joins Nick and Faye as co-host, bringing his own mix of "all the gear, perhaps a little idea" in running, research and soft tissue therapy.  Nick is going to be tr...

Send us Fan Mail We are BACK! Faye and Nick catch up after having had a wee break from podcasting! Then a good chinwag with Jen and Sim Benson, authors of the book 'Smart Running' who discuss their background in running and coaching, the impact of technology and social media on running, and the importance of trusting oneself in training. They emphasize the need to find a balance between...

Send us Fan Mail Summary Frank Wainwright shares his journey into ultra running, the community, and his charitable efforts. He discusses his experiences with extreme events like the Tunnel Ultra and the Brathay 10 in 10, highlighting the physical and emotional challenges. Frank's dedication to youth-focused charities and his passion for supporting young people is evident throughout the conver...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, Nick and Faye discuss the current weather conditions and the challenges of running in the rain and their coaching tip of the week is encouraging runners to embrace training in bad weather to build resilience.  Faye discusses her next race at Forest of Dean and her goal of setting a personal best. In this conversation, Nick Hancock shares his experience of...

Send us Fan Mail Summary The conversation discusses a recent research study on exercise-based injury prevention in endurance runners. The study found that there is no significant positive effect of exercise-based prevention programs on reducing injury risk and injury rates in endurance runners. However, the study also highlights the importance of supervision and adherence to the program, as studie...

Send us Fan Mail Summary The conversation covers topics such as lack of appetite during training, managing nutrition during menopause, recovery strategies, pacing long runs, fasted training, mobility work, and fueling with gels. The conversation covers topics such as the timing and benefits of caffeine gel, fueling for different types of runs, taking a break from long runs, and transitioning from...

Send us Fan Mail WELCOME BACK!! Summary In this episode, Nick and Faye discuss their return to the podcast and upcoming races and training plans. They also provide a personal update and share their thoughts on ice baths. The hosts read reviews from listeners and offer a coaching tip on the importance of the long run. They emphasize the need to focus on training volume over the length of the longes...

Send us Fan Mail Want to uncover the secrets behind capturing the perfect race shot? Hear the inspiring journey of David Miller, from a passionate runner to a renowned sports photographer. Discover how his love for running and an unexpected gift of a DSLR camera during lockdown catapulted him into the world of sports photography. Dive into the heart of ultrarunning as we explore the adrenaline-pum...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast, Faye interviews Chelsea Creak, recent women's champion of the UK/Netherlands Golden Trail Series.  Part 1 - Ultra Trail Snowdonia Nick did the 55K distance at UTS this year and found it extremely challenging even at the shorter distance. He had planned to do the 100 miler originally. The race involves very technical terr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Nick speaks with Dr Richard Blagrove, senior lecturer in sport and exercise physiology at Loughborough University. They dive into the nitty-gritty details of strength training for runners. Richard explains how adding heavy strength work into a runner's program boosts race performance, mainly by improving running economy. Lifting weights activates more muscle...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Nick welcomes his own coach and good friend, Holly Stables onto the podcast and talks all things marathon! Holly is a former "pro" (she doesn't like that word!) marathon runner and sheds light on her pro career, some of the highs and lows of the training and racing, and throughout she shares some of her tips that you can apply to your own training!...

Send us Fan Mail We had a great chat with Mike James AKA TheEndurancePhysio about all things rest and recovery! Key Moments: Mike shares how rest is an active part of training, not something passive. It prepares you for upcoming sessions. He explains why sleep is the #1 recovery tool, calling it a "superpower." Things like nutrition and appropriate training load are also fundamental. We...

Send us Fan Mail In an episode that tugs pretty hard on the heartstrings, Faye interviews Nick Hancock, founder and Head Coach at Maximum Mileage Key Moments: Nick shares how running literally saved his life during a period of severe depression and suicidal thoughts. Running gave him a purpose and outlet when he desperately needed it. Nick talks about his wife Alyson's stage 4 cancer diagnosi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Nick had the pleasure of chatting with one of his long-time coached athletes, Marcus Weedon! Marcus has a degenerative back condition called Ankylosing Spondylitis, but despite this, he pushes through and uses running as his way of coping with the disease! Marcus also does some incredible charity work and some bonkers challenges!  Right, that's us done. If th...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to fueling your body for maximum running performance with our expert guest, Steven Winrow. As a multi-academically qualified nutritionist from Winrow Performance, Steven lays out the facts about how our bodies use energy and the importance of replenishing liver glycogen after a night's rest. Learn how carbs can effectively fuel your training and discover so...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt the thrill of crossing a marathon finish line? Then you'll surely resonate with our guest, James Scott, an accomplished runner whose ultra feats include the Race to Stones 100K and the Kenneth and Avon Canal Race. This episode is brimming with stories of grit and determination, as James takes us through his incredible journey, explaining how running brings him a sen...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why there's such a vast range of coaching knowledge in the fitness industry? Our guest, Rick Prince, founder of United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy (UESCA), unwraps this mystery. With 20 years in the fitness industry and a strong grounding in kinesiology, Rick has experienced first-hand how the lack of regulation in the industry results in a broad spectrum...

Send us Fan Mail Meet our very own Faye Johnson! Faye is a coach here at Maximum Mileage and she brings a unique set of skills and perspective, as well as a massive dose of just being ace!! We love Faye at MM and you will too! We don't stop at Faye's personal journey. We take the conversation a step further and look at the importance of treating athletes holistically, understanding that...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how a world-class ultra-marathon runner and a paediatrician find balance? Meet our guest, Beth Pascall, winner of the Western States 100 in 2021... an embodiment of grit, tenacity, and perseverance. She unpacks her journey, addressing her battle with a recurring injury, the mental toll it's taken, and her unyielding determination to run again. We furthe...

Send us Fan Mail Are you prepared to revolutionize your performance during marathons or ultra-marathons? Our guest for this episode is Marcus Willday, the Performance Director at Torq Fitness, one of the leading endurance nutrition companies in the world... Marcus unravels fascinating insights on fueling your body to keep that energy tank from running on empty during a race. We venture into the re...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like you've hit the wall, and not just any wall, but The Wall, a brutal ultra-marathon in the North of England? That's where our guest, Reece, found himself, in the middle of an intense physical challenge.  Rhys, an inspiring runner, will take you through his journey from competing in his first marathon to tackling a gruelling 70 miles. As an average guy who ma...