The Running Rules Podcast
By Alan Ladd
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Episodes: 143
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The Running Rules Podcast helps you, the middle of the pack runners transform your training, nail your nutrition and master your mindset so you can run 5ks to ultramarathons faster, stronger and more confidently.
The podcast is hosted by me, Alan Ladd, a running coach, nutritionist and 2:45 marathoner from Northern Ireland. I take a holistic approach focusing on training, nutrition, mindset and lifestyle using the experiences of both my coaching clients and me as well as science backed recommendations.
Get your free guide to running faster marathons at www.therunningrules.com/faster-marathon
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#110: Race recap - the Bohermeen half marathon - with plenty of takeaways!
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Mar 11, 2025 |
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BONUS mini series 4 part 7 - Diagnosis to marathon - The first real test
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Mar 06, 2025 |
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#109: Breaking down the marathon wall - what is it and how do we avoid it?
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Mar 04, 2025 |
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BONUS mini series 4 part 6 - Diagnosis to marathon - Progress despite uncertainty
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Feb 28, 2025 |
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#108: Favourite sessions in a marathon training cycle and how to judge your marathon pace
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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#107: How to make the most of running on your holiday and when to scale back
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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#106: Dealing with a life changing scenario 3 months on - how to make the best of your running through a challenge
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Feb 11, 2025 |
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#105: Second birthday episode! The moments that have changed my running trajectory
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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BONUS mini series 4 part 5 - Diagnosis to marathon - A glimmer at the end of the tunnel
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Feb 02, 2025 |
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#104: Bulletproof yourself from injury by preparing for it when you are fit!
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Jan 28, 2025 |
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BONUS mini series 4 part 4 - Diagnosis to marathon - An imperfect storm
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Jan 24, 2025 |
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#103: How to upscale your race nutrition to finish marathons and half marathons stronger
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Jan 21, 2025 |
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#102: Getting started on your marathon journey or things you may have forgotten
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Jan 14, 2025 |
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#101: The challenges of winter training - sickness and bad weather
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Jan 07, 2025 |
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#100: Jonny Mellor - Marathon inspiration and insights from an elite 2:09 marathoner and coach
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Dec 31, 2024 |
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#99: The Running Rules review of 2024 and preview of 2025!
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Dec 24, 2024 |
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#98: How to run your next marathon faster - Avoiding the 4 biggest mistakes
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 4 part 3 - Diagnosis to marathon - Benchmark your progress
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Dec 14, 2024 |
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#97: Muscle cramps - the biggest pain of marathon running! What they are and what we can do about them
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 4 part 2 - Diagnosis to marathon - Learning to let go of control
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Dec 06, 2024 |
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#96: All about triathlon with Neil McCready - 2x iron man finisher and world triathlon coach
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Dec 03, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 4 part 1 - The new highs and lows of running - diagnosis to marathon
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Nov 29, 2024 |
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#95: Physio Joanne Patterson on moving to Australia, strength training and bone stress injuries
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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#94: Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes - how I found out and what it means for life and running
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Nov 19, 2024 |
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#93: What to do when the goalposts move on a challenge - my reflection on Sydney being added to the world majors
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Nov 12, 2024 |
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#92: How to keep stress in check to protect your body and running - foundations part 2
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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#91: The foundations of running success part 1 - your support network and inner circle
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Oct 29, 2024 |
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#90: 10 takeaways from Chicago marathon to help you in your next big race!
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Oct 22, 2024 |
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#89: The full Chicago marathon recap - a deep dish of experiences!
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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BONUS episode: The night before Chicago marathon
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Oct 12, 2024 |
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#88: Planning the perfect race - what to think about for big races and how far in advance to do it
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Oct 08, 2024 |
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#87: Superchargers and hygiene factors - what we should be striving for in running and racing
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Oct 01, 2024 |
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#86: Navigating the ups and downs of training and racing
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Sep 24, 2024 |
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#85: Global business owner Deepak Shukla on racing 100 miles and training for 200 miles
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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#84: What are you listening to on your runs and what is best for training and races?
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Sep 10, 2024 |
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#83: 7 reasons why you will perform better on race day than in training
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Sep 03, 2024 |
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#82: How to stay mentally strong during training and races with Dr Erin Ayala
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Aug 27, 2024 |
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#81: Supplement savvy - what runners should know when considering supplementation
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Aug 20, 2024 |
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#80: The experience of running the Olympic marathon - full race and weekend recap
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Aug 13, 2024 |
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BONUS episode: Preview of my Marathon Pour Tous at the Paris Olympics
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Aug 09, 2024 |
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#79: 10 years since I lost my Mum and how it changed my life and running
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Aug 06, 2024 |
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#78: VO2 max and lactate threshold explained and is it worth getting properly tested?
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Jul 30, 2024 |
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#77: Preview of the olympic running events and my own participation at the marathon pour tous in Paris
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Jul 23, 2024 |
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#76: The rhythm of running - Cadence and stride length demystified
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Jul 16, 2024 |
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#75: The Runner's Guide to Racing: Why, when, and how to compete
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Jul 09, 2024 |
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#74: How to be your own running coach following The Running Rules training principles
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Jul 02, 2024 |
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#73: Heat hacks: Hydration and running in hot and humid weather
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Jun 25, 2024 |
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#72: Finding your sole mate: A guide to running shoes
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Jun 18, 2024 |
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#71: From couch to 5k to Bob Graham finisher with running coach and mountain guide Jenny Bushell
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Jun 11, 2024 |
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BONUS episode - CS Lewis 5 mile race recap and lessons
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Jun 08, 2024 |
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#70: 3:29 marathoner Dawn Blain on how she took 35 minutes off her marathon time in one year
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Jun 04, 2024 |
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#69: A recap on my first track 5k, a PB after 9 years for Louise and takeaways for training
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May 28, 2024 |
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#68: Why are you doing this?! Getting through tough situations by focusing on why you are doing it
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May 21, 2024 |
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#67: Unlocking marathon potential: Philip Ladd's 15 minute marathon PB breakthrough at the 11th attempt
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May 14, 2024 |
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#66: Vitamins and minerals for runners with Kyra Collins, marathoner, nutritionist and podcaster
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May 07, 2024 |
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#65: The power of recovery and why it is critical to your success
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Apr 30, 2024 |
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#64: Fast forward - The top 5 ways to become a faster runner
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Apr 23, 2024 |
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#63: Manchester marathon recap and reflections - how a tough physical and mental challenge really feels
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Apr 16, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 12 - Final preparations - my training for Manchester marathon
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Apr 13, 2024 |
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#62: How the vegetarian diet has worked for me and how you can find a diet that helps you become stronger and more energised
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Apr 09, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 11 - Rehabbing through the taper - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Apr 06, 2024 |
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#61: London marathon and pacing with 3 hour pacer and 2:35 marathoner Marty Rea
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Apr 02, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 10 - Injury strikes and adds a different perspective - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Mar 30, 2024 |
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#60: Watch what's on your wrist - how to get the most out of your running watch
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Mar 26, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 9 - How to respond when the going gets tough - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Mar 22, 2024 |
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#59: Inspiration, motivation and dedication - which will get you started, keep you going and keep you improving?
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Mar 19, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 8 - Confidence from time on feet and marathon paced tempos - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Mar 15, 2024 |
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#58: Mary Slocum - World half marathon champion, Irish record holder and 3:07 marathoner on running fast in her sixties
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Mar 12, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 7 - Long tempos and super shoes - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Mar 08, 2024 |
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#57: Carlingford half marathon recap and how to move on from a good or bad race
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Mar 05, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 6 - Getting back to racing at Carlingford half marathon - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Mar 01, 2024 |
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#56: What's the buzz about caffeine? Unpacking the benefits and drawbacks for runners
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Feb 27, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 5 - Cumulative fatigue - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Feb 23, 2024 |
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#55: The power of now: overcoming regret and procrastination in running
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 4 - Training on holiday - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Feb 17, 2024 |
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#54: 7 reasons why the half marathon is the BEST race distance!
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Feb 13, 2024 |
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#53: How to nail your nutrition for the marathon + first year anniversary giveaway!
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Feb 06, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 3 - Adapting the plan - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Feb 02, 2024 |
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#52: Plant-powered perspectives with Neema Black, the non-judgemental vegan
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Jan 30, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 2 - Getting back to some pace - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Jan 26, 2024 |
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#51: Busting running and injury myths with online physiotherapist and running coach Brodie Sharpe
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Jan 23, 2024 |
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BONUS mini series 3 part 1 - Covid and bad weather - Inside story to my marathon preparation
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Jan 19, 2024 |
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#50: The marathon formula - cracking the code on training, nutrition and mindset
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Jan 16, 2024 |
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#49: Non-runner to Berlin marathon finisher within a year with The Running Rules client Ameesh Shah!
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Jan 09, 2024 |
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#48: Norman Mawhinney on how he became British, Irish and World marathon champion in 2023 at the age of 65
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Jan 02, 2024 |
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#47: Starting 2024 the right way - 5 new year's resolutions for your running
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Dec 26, 2023 |
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#46: The Running Rules Christmas Special - what running gifts, wisdom and jokes could you get from a Christmas cracker?
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Dec 19, 2023 |
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#45: Staying strong, healthy and fast later in life with running coach and international masters athlete Jacqui Maxwell
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Dec 12, 2023 |
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#44: The 5k formula - a blueprint for a peak performance in your next 5k
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Dec 05, 2023 |
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#43: Strength endurance and speed through nutrition for runners - a deep dive into macronutrients
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Nov 28, 2023 |
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#42: What are nutrients and why are they important for runners? (Nutrition 201)
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Nov 21, 2023 |
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#41: The full story and reflections on my first international race!
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Nov 14, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series 2 part 4 - My journey to the International Masters XC
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Nov 10, 2023 |
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#40: How to decide on your running goals for 2024 and beyond
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Nov 07, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series 2 part 3 - My journey to the International Masters XC
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Nov 04, 2023 |
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#39: Strength for runners 101 with running strength coach Ollie McCarthy
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Oct 31, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series 2 part 2 - My journey to the International XC
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Oct 27, 2023 |
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BONUS - How to run your next race the best yet!
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Oct 26, 2023 |
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#38: Chasing the 6 stars - all you need to know about the world major marathons
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Oct 24, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series 2 part 1 - My journey to the International XC
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Oct 20, 2023 |
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#37: Level up your training - 5 undervalued workouts you should be including regularly in your training
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Oct 17, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series part 6 - My road to the NI Masters XC Trials
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Oct 13, 2023 |
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#36: Preparation, pacing and PBs: How to execute the perfect marathon
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Oct 10, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series part 5 - My road to the NI Masters XC Trials
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Oct 06, 2023 |
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#35: Embracing the muck: Everything you need to know about XC (cross country)
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Oct 03, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series part 4 - My road to the NI Masters XC Trials
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Sep 29, 2023 |
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#34: Coming back stronger physically and mentally from injuries with musculo-skeletal therapist and performance coach Chris Kitson
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Sep 26, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series part 3 - My road to the NI Masters XC Trials
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Sep 22, 2023 |
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#33: How running slower can help you to get faster
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Sep 19, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series part 2 - My road to the NI Masters XC Trials
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Sep 15, 2023 |
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#32: My 5 biggest race disasters (and why I still thought I didn't need a coach!)
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Sep 12, 2023 |
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BONUS mini series part 1 - My road to the NI Masters XC Trials
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Sep 08, 2023 |
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#31: How to prepare for and thrive during the menopause transition with nutrition & women’s wellness coach Erica Boys
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Sep 05, 2023 |
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#30: 4 years older and 4 minutes faster in the half marathon with very special guest Louise Ladd
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Aug 29, 2023 |
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#29: Rediscovering your running mojo: how to overcome lack of motivation, self doubt and expectations to keep happy, focused and progressing
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Aug 22, 2023 |
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#28: The Runners Nutrition Playbook: A Nutrition Q&A for Long-Distance Runners
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Aug 15, 2023 |
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#27: The Road to Success - Gillian McCrory on the journey from 28 minute parkrunner to second at the Belfast marathon in 2:52!
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Aug 08, 2023 |
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#26: Is running good for weight loss and is weight loss good for running?
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Aug 01, 2023 |
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#25: CBT practitioner and award winning nutritionist Sarah Lacey on mindset for getting started, building confidence, habit building and embracing the suck!
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Jul 25, 2023 |
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#24: The 24in24 challenge and how it can teach us to believe we can achieve more
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Jul 18, 2023 |
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#23: The pros and cons of run coaching vs a free training plan
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Jul 11, 2023 |
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#22: Jenny Bushell on planning and running an epic ultra challenge - the Cumbria Way
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Jul 04, 2023 |
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#21: Former Running Rules client Benny McGeown on running his fastest marathon at 53, 11 years after his first marathon!
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Jun 27, 2023 |
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#20: Taking on new running challenges with a busy schedule with Helen Geering of Take Flight Nutrition
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Jun 20, 2023 |
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#19: Supporting kids' running with coach Tori Williams
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Jun 13, 2023 |
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#18: Jargon busting session types
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Jun 06, 2023 |
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#17: 5 mental hacks for tough sessions and races
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May 30, 2023 |
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#16: Running injuries with physiotherapist Joanne Patterson
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May 23, 2023 |
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#15: Nutrition 101 for runners
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May 16, 2023 |
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#14: The 5k episode - from C25k to parkrun to races - how to get started and how to improve
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May 09, 2023 |
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#13: To marathon or not to marathon - how to prepare for your next challenge
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May 02, 2023 |
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#12: Ultra marathons with guest Dr Jonny Ladd
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Apr 25, 2023 |
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#11: The Full Boston Marathon Experience!
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Apr 19, 2023 |
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#10: Spring Marathons Preview
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Apr 11, 2023 |
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#9: What is the taper? And 7 ways to avoid maranoia!
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Apr 04, 2023 |
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#8: My favourite and least favourite race distances!
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Mar 28, 2023 |
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#7: Pace, heart rate and effort - what you should track when and why
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Mar 21, 2023 |
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#6: Everything you need to know (and more) about energy gels
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Mar 14, 2023 |
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#5: Racing a half marathon in your marathon build up
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Mar 07, 2023 |
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#4: 7 ways to make running on holiday easier and more productive
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Feb 28, 2023 |
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#3: 10 lessons from my 10 marathons
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Feb 21, 2023 |
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#2: Who is 'The Running Rules'? What 20 years of running can teach us.
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Feb 14, 2023 |
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#1: What are the rules of running?
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Feb 07, 2023 |