WeSwimrun

The SWIMRUN SHOW

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The sport of swimrun in the UK and beyond. We talk races, gear, training, athletes and everything related to the world of swimrun. Ask Mike and guests a swimrun question and we'll try to answer!

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WeSwimrun

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weswimrun.org

Latest episode

Jun 16, 2026

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Episodes

48. Thomas Ogander, The Lap 05.08.2025

One Water Race brings us an "as many laps as you can in 24hr" race format. Race Director Thomas explains all! onewaterrace.com weswimrun.org

47. Claire & Piers Vallance, Team Work 23.07.2025

One of the most experienced mixed teams on the swimrun circuit, and great ambassadors for British multi sports. Often seen on top of the podium at UK events, and occasionally across Europe it's husband & wife team Piers & Claire! This podcast is brought to you by Mike Alexander founder of WeSwimrun .

46. Sarah Richardson & Richard Stannard & a BIG Round Up! 11.06.2025

We're back with a double-whammy episode! A full review of The Eliminator, Liverpool followed by a dive into EX Swimrun & Costa Azahar Swimrun. And of course a quick look back at the epic OtillO Uto World Series. Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of WeSwimrun .

45. Hugo Mota, Swimrunning In Portugal 07.03.2025

Experienced swimrunner Hugo chats us through all that's on offer for a swimrunner in Portugal, including the European season starter in Troia. As ever it's a wide-ranging swimrun chat! This podcast is brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of WeSwimrun .

44. Tom Jenkinson, Forward Motion 21.02.2025

It's our Englishman in Stockholm, an Envol Swimrun coach, passionate swimrunner and prolific writer. Check out Tom's blog here with training advice, insights and more! Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of WeSwimrun .

43. Paul McGreal, Durty Events 13.02.2025

Paul and Stuart McInnes were behind bringing two monstrous swimrun races to Scotland back in 2015 - Loch Gu Loch & Hells Hop. Simply quite legendary races, and we hope they return. This is a fabulous chat with Paul, with a focus on the bridge between swimrun and adventure racing. Check his event company out here - Durty Events . The ITERA races come with a personal recommendation. Stuart was a...

42. Matthew Evans, Wales Swimrun 03.02.2025

Another fabulous Race Director joins us for a chat about his swimrun race in Pembrokeshire, Wales. Renowned as a race that may favour the sea swimmers, it certainly sounds like a lot of fun! Check it out here . It clashes with the longest aquathlon in the world so I won't be able to make it this year, but hopefully in 2026. Subscribe to our mailing list to receive a discount on race entry and...

41. Swimrun Races In The UK, 2025 21.01.2025

A few questions answered, and a good look at the UK race calendar for 2025, something for everyone - from 2.5km to 53km!

40. Nicholas Roman, SWIMROX 14.01.2025

Yes it's co-founder of EX Swimrun, and our good friend, Nicholas Roman with yet another concept sport! It combines swimming and HYROX, with some good swimrun enthusiasm thrown in. Check it out here . Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of WeSwimrun .

39. Joachim Wolff, Wolff Wear 03.01.2025

Our favourite swimrun superstore, it's Wolff Wear ! Founder and owner Joachim Wolff talks us through his shop, his events, social swimruns and more!

38. Wez Swain, Scilly Swimrun 15.12.2024

This week we finally catch up with Wez Swain, organiser of a host of fabulous events on the The Isles of Scilly. There's so much in this episode, in fact it's our new favourite! Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of WeSwimrun .

37. Richard Stannard & Sarah Richardson, Team GB. 14.11.2024

A wonderful catch up with a fabulous British swimrun team. This podcast is brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of WeSwimrun .

36. Thomas Ogander, One Water Race Review 09.11.2024

Back again because we love his race concept so much! Although it also sounds awful. Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of WeSwimrun .

35. Matthieu Poullain, The French Revolution 31.10.2024

OtillO World Champion 2024 Matthieu Poullain joins us for some podcast amour. Matthieu also co-hosts the L'Instant Swimrun podcast. This podcast is brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of WeSwimrun .

34. Costis Mitropapas, Swimrun Hydra 24.10.2024

Possibly the best way to end the European swimrun season is on the fabulous Greek Island of Hydra. Race Director Costis Mitropapas from TriMore tells us all about this beautiful race location. Costis is also swim RD for XTERRA Greece, IRONMAN Greece & OceanMan Greece. This podcast is brought to you from WeSwimrun founder Mike Alexander.

33. Helen Murray, Get on it! 18.10.2024

Helen is multi-sport endurance athlete, advocate and enthusiast. She is also host of the Inside Tri Show, and former BBC journalist & producer. And she loves swimrun! Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of ⁠⁠weswimrun.org

32. Lewis Williams, 100% 08.10.2024

Lewis races XTERRA, various triathlon distances, and has now discovered the best sport in the world! 2nd place in The Eliminator, he's another young GB athlete who could be one to watch in the future. Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of ⁠weswimrun.org

31. James Johnson, Young Gun 20.09.2024

He's young, he's fast, and he's British! First place at the OtillO Final 15 in Sweden, whoosh! We hope James will inspire the next generation of swimrunners in the UK. Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of weswimrun.org

30. Helen Wikmar, Archipelago Proven 13.09.2024

A candid chat with the CEO of Ark Sports and top swimrunner, it's Helen Wikmar. One thing we love about Helen is that you'll see her working the Ark stand before an OtillO World Series event, and a few minutes later she'll be on the start line ready to battle for the podium. You've got to love that. Brought to you by Mike, founder of ⁠WeSwimrun⁠ - our next races is ⁠The Eliminator⁠...

29. Hugo Tormento, Champion Du Monde 29.08.2024

OtillO Swimrun World Champion 2022 & 2023, and current course record holder, it's our favourite French man, Hugo Tormento! Formerly racing with Max Anderson (Episode 1), he will line up at the 2024 WCs with Amanda Nilsson (Episdoe 26), racing in the mixed category. Brought to you by WeSwimrun founder, Mike Alexander.

28. The Low Tide Boyz, Chris & Chipper 25.08.2024

The original swimrun podcasters join us for a good ol' swimrun chinwag. Chris & Chipper are one of the most experienced teams on the swimrun scene. With many athletes switching partners relatively often, these guys have remained steadfast in their tether through the years. They are regulars on the podium in the US, and have put in strong performances at the OtillO World Championships for t...

27. Davide Molinario, The Italian Stallion 14.08.2024

It's mother's favourite, the Peter Pan of swimrun, Davide Molinario. A fabulous episode, including a chat about a "new" shoe to consider for swimrun, the Saucony Endorphin Edge. To name a few of Davide's 2024 podiums - 1st place at Llanberis & Gower, and 2nd place at The Eliminator, Liverpool.

26. Amanda Nilsson, Pocket Rocket 09.08.2024

Mixed category World Champion, it's the tenacious Amanda Nilsson , giving us the low down on her journey to swimrun, a look back at her recent win with Hugo at OtillO Gothenburg, and a look ahead to the World Championships. Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of ⁠⁠WeSwimrun⁠⁠ - our next swimrun races are ⁠⁠Dyfi X Swimrun⁠⁠ in Wales, and ⁠⁠The Eliminator⁠⁠ in Liverpool.

25. Adriel Young, Lifeguard Taking Action 24.07.2024

One of the most decorated swimrunners on the scene, it's our favourite Australian Adriel Young. He's a multiple OTILLO World Champion, and part of the winning team of the One Water Race 2022, among many other things. Top chap! Brought to you by Mike Alexander, founder of ⁠WeSwimrun⁠ - our next swimrun races are ⁠Dyfi X Swimrun⁠ in Wales, and ⁠The Eliminator⁠ in Liverpool.

24. Nicky & Chelsey Bailey, Mustard 15.07.2024

We catch up with the ground-breaking mother & daughter team behind the As Keen As Mustard Events. A super mid-season catch up! Also a quick review of Swimrun Gower, a hectic period of races, win an ARK Mega, no socks racing, and general gear chat as ever! Brought to you by Mike, founder of WeSwimrun - our next races are Dyfi X Swimrun in Wales, and The Eliminator in Liverpool.

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