RunThrough Trails

In this episode, trail runner Lauren Gregory shares her journey from Colorado childhood to winning OCC at UTMB, her race strategies, and insights into the trail running community. Discover how she manages race challenges, her training approach, and the inspiring camaraderie among women in the sport.

This week, we’re joined by Jake Catterall, fresh from completing an incredible challenge in the Alps: linking the routes of MCC, OCC, UTMB, TDS, ETC, YCC and CCC, before finishing with the 300km PTL, all as one continuous superloop. The result? Nearly 900km and 61,000m of elevation in just 12 and a half days. Jake takes us through the journey behind the challenge, from the preparation and training...

In a special collaboration between The RunThrough Podcast and The RunThrough Trails Podcast, host Ben Sheppard heads to the Peak District for two conversations with trail athletes Joe Farrelly and Jordan Rowe, in partnership with Samsung and the new Galaxy Watch Ultra2. Joe shares how turning his life around led him to running and ultimately competing on the international trail running stage. He o...

In this episode, we’re joined by Lewis Moses to preview UTMB Week 2026 and break down the biggest races, contenders and storylines to watch in Chamonix. We take a closer look at OCC, CCC and UTMB, discussing the stacked men’s and women’s fields, the athletes who could challenge for the podium, course changes and how conditions could shape each race. From established favourites to potential surpris...

What happens when training hard starts doing more harm than good? In this episode, we’re joined by Sophie Vecchione, running physiotherapist and trail runner, to talk about RED-S, under-fuelling, recovery and women’s health, and why these are conversations every runner should be having. Sophie breaks down what RED-S really means and why fuelling, recovery and learning to listen to your body are so...

From breaking the 48-hour elevation record to dreaming up his next big adventure, Matthis Granet shares what drives him to keep pushing the limits of endurance. In this episode, we dive into his training philosophy, mental approach, nutrition, sleep strategy, and the lessons he's learned from years of racing in the mountains. Matthis also opens up about the logistics behind his world-record c...

In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, we sit down with ultra-runner and human rights lawyer Stephanie Case. Steph shares her unique journey from working in conflict zones to competing in some of the world's toughest trail races. We discuss gender equality in trail running, motherhood, longevity in sport, her charity Free to Run, and why she's passionate about creating more op...

In this collaborative episode with the RunThrough Podcast meet, Beth Dennis a trail runner, intensive care nurse and the new host of The RunThrough Trails Podcast.  In this episode she joins Ben Sheppard to share her journey from struggling to speak up in school and never feeling at home in traditional sport, to discovering parkrun, falling in love with movement and eventually finding trail runnin...

In this special episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, James and Lewis take a deep dive into this weekend’s RunThrough Trails Lake District event - and why it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting races of the year. They dissect the elite battle at the front, previewing the leading men’s and women’s fields and discussing what’s at stake with the race doubling as both the British 50K Trail...

In this episode of The RunThrough Trails Podcast , Red Bull athlete David Kilgore joins host James Tilley to talk all things trail running. Known for his remarkable achievement of completing marathons on all seven continents, David shares how his journey into endurance sport has shaped his approach to training and racing on the trails. James and David dive into the key elements of preparing for tr...

In this episode of The RunThrough Trails Podcast , elite trail runner Toni McCann joins host James Tilley. Coming to running later than many pros, Toni started out in team sports before discovering the trails, where a tough first race quickly sparked her competitive edge. She talks about the strength of South Africa’s running culture, the growth of trail running in the country, and what it has tak...

In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, James Tilley is joined by GB athlete Lawrence McCourt to talk through his journey from the strong club scene in Gateshead to representing Great Britain on the international stage. Lawrence reflects on discovering running through school cross country, stepping away from the sport due to injuries and life changes, and how the COVID period reignited h...

In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, host James is joined by Gemma and Lewis to break down Gemma’s impressive win at the ARC 50. Facing brutal winds, heavy mud, and constantly changing conditions, the race became as much a mental challenge as a physical one. Gemma shares how experience helped her stay patient early on, adjust her pacing to match the conditions, and focus on what she c...

In this episode of the Run Through Trails Podcast , host James Tilley welcomes elite trail runner Hayden Hawks to reflect on the challenges he faced at UTMB , where difficult weather and preparation issues made for one of the toughest races of his career. Hayden breaks down what went wrong, what he learned from the experience, and how it reshaped his focus moving forward. The conversation then shi...

In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, guest host Lewis Moses sits in for James Tilley to chat with trail running superstar Judith Wyder. Judith opens up about her journey from orienteering to trail running, how she balances family life with her athletic career, and the challenges and joys that come with it. She shares her thoughts on strength training, pacing, and adapting training sch...

On this episode of the RunThrough Trails podcast, we’re joined by Francesco Puppi, one of the best trail running athletes on earth and the recent champion of CCC.  Francesco shares why the process of running matters more to him than the final outcome and how external success doesn’t always reflect how an athlete truly feels. He opens up about staying motivated through a genuine love for the sport...

In this episode of the RunThrough podcast, trail running legend Ryan Sandes joins the show to share his journey from rugby player to world-renowned ultra athlete. Ryan talks about how an impulsive decision to run his first marathon sparked a career built on adventure and exploration. He reflects on how trail running has evolved over the years and why the sport’s adventurous spirit continues to dri...

In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, James Tilley and Gemma Hiller-Moses catch up for an honest conversation about all things trail running, from training and recovery to racing and staying motivated. They share personal updates about their own running journeys, the highs and lows of consistency, and how they keep their love for the sport strong. Gemma talks about the importance of fi...

In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, host James Tilley sits down with elite trail runner Naomi Lang to explore her journey from growing up in the Scottish hills to competing on the world stage. Naomi shares how her love for the outdoors shaped her running career, her transition from track and cross country to trail and hill running, and what it’s like to represent Great Britain at the...

In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, host James Tilley sits down with Danny Stokes from TrailFam , a charity using the power of trail running to change young lives. Danny shares his own journey into the sport, from tackling a triathlon with his brother to discovering trail running through YouTube and falling in love with the mountains. He opens up about how trail running transformed h...

🎙️ RunThrough Trails Podcast | Episode 33 In this episode of the RunThrough Trails podcast, host James Tilley sits down with professional Brooks trail runner Anna Gibson. Growing up in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Anna competed as a track athlete before moving into trail running, while also excelling in other disciplines such as skiing and cycling. Her diverse athletic background has shaped her training...

🎙️ RunThrough Trails Podcast | Episode 32 In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, host James Tilley sits down with Gemma Hillier-Moses to reflect on her journey to and through CCC at UTMB, her 100K debut! Gemma opens up about the challenges of injury recovery, adapting her training to the mountains (and living in a van) and the mental strategies that helped her tackle one of the toughest...

🎙️ RunThrough Trails Podcast | Episode 31 In this episode of the RunThrough Trails Podcast, host James Tilley sits down with professional trail runner Dani Moreno of adidas TERREX. Dani shares her journey from childhood football player to professional athlete, the challenges of transitioning to full-time running, and the lessons she’s learned through injury and recovery. She opens up about her rec...

🎙️ RunThrough Trails Podcast | Episode 30 In this episode of the RunThrough Trails podcast, host James Tilley speaks with adventurer, ultra-endurance athlete, and mental health advocate Alex Staniforth. From a childhood shaped by epilepsy and bullying, Alex opens up about how the outdoors became a source of confidence, belonging, and healing. He shares the story behind his monumental challenge of...

🎙️ RunThrough Trails Podcast | Episode 29 In this episode of the Run Through Trails podcast, host James Tilley welcomes Edward Gwynne-Harris, trail running enthusiast and creator of the Gwynne-Harris Round in the Brecon Beacons. Edward shares his transformation from a casual runner to an ultra runner, and how his deepening appreciation for his local landscape led to the creation of a new, challeng...