A Runner’s Life

In episode 142, I speak with British endurance athlete Kate Jayden who raised more than £35,000 for Trussell Trust, The Hygiene Bank and The Refugee Council. And in the process she achieved the Guinness World Record for completing the most marathons in consecutive days, running 106 total marathons. Whilst this was never the aim, we explore why she started this challenge.

Although this is a running podcast, most of the podcast we don’t actually talk about running. We explore our neurodiverse experiences living in a neurotypical world. This is one of my favourite podcast conversations that I’ve had. As it shines a light on things that we typically don’t speak about in the running community.

Following the 106 challenge a MRI scan discovered that Kate completed most of the challenge with a fractured knee. We touched upon it in the conversation, but I wish Kate the very best in the recovery process, and thank her for speaking so openly in this conversation.

Thank you to Tracksmith, who supported this episode and thank you to my patreons who support the show.

www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife 

In episode 141, I speak with Simon Fearon an athlete I’ve been coaching and working with. We reflect on the journey to running his first sub 3 hour marathon at the 2022 London Marathon. And we discuss what’s next.

We talk about the buildup, the race and the aftermath. Whilst there’s some serious parts of the conversation, there’s also some funny moments showing the behind the scenes of a coach and athlete relationship.

In regards to diversity it is important for me to get other diverse people into the sport, so when the opportunity to coach another black runner, who wanted to run a sub 3 hour marathon came about, I had to take it up.

To provide some context, in 2021 I ran the London Marathon in 3:00:06, and understandably I was disappointed. But things happen for a reason. In 2022 I helped Simon run his first sub 3 in 2:57 and I ran my first London sub 3 in 2:58 (Taking into account this was a week after running sub 3 at the Berlin Marathon).

Thank you to Simon for the opportunity to be part of your journey!

Thank you to Tracksmith, who supported this episode and thank you to my patreons who support the show.

www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

In episode 140, I speak with Joan Benoit Samuelson and Liz Yelling at the London Marathon 2022. Thanks to Abbotts Global for providing the opportunity to do this.

In this episode we speak about

Thank you to Tracksmith, who supported this episode and thank you to my patrons who support the show. Please consider becoming a supporter of my podcast by donating via my patreon page. This helps me provide quality content.

https://www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

If there’s any guests or stories you want me to cover in the future do reach out to me via my email: [email protected]

I captured my some key moments in my Berlin and London Marathon training in my YouTube series, below is an episode recap.

Episode 1

Berlin Marathon - Course Tips and Overview

- https://www.dropbox.com/t/zkJO1GgWQSteKmBJ

Episode 2

Berlin Marathon - Nutrition Tips with Laura Tilt (Registered Dietitian)

- https://youtu.be/kwJLqiK3cJs

Episode 3

Berlin Marathon - Find my marathon pace with a Pro Lactate Threshold test

- https://youtu.be/JfJ59gYNi_U

Episode 4

Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3 LONG TERM REVIEW - Berlin Marathon Training

- https://youtu.be/ubnkx_klpjQ

Episode 5

I ran 2 Sub 3 hour marathons in 7 days (Berlin & London) Ft Eliud Kipchoge, Joan Benoit, Liz Yelling

- https://youtu.be/Jm15VxdfzxE

In episode 139, I speak with Alice Light, a runner who is soon to be an Integrative Health coach and nutritionist. You can follower her on Instagram @alice.light.731 she is soon launching www.byalicelight.com where you can find information about her journey and work.

This episode carries a trigger warning talking about rape, suicide and mental health. Don’t worry, we don’t go into too much detail in respect of the three points.  But if this is an uncomfortable topic for you, please be mindful of this. If any of the topics relate to you, please do take care of yourself and get the help that you need. Please don’t suffer in silence. Speak to someone.

In this episode, we go back to the start and talk about Alice’s background. We then move onto the challenges that she has encountered. We then conclude with where she is today and the amazing steps that she’s taking forward in her life.

It is a really inspiring conversation which shows how running, or movement can be the base for people to grow and express themselves in other areas of their life.

Thank you to Tracksmith, who supported this episode and thank you to my patrons who support the show. Please consider becoming a supporter of my podcast by donating via my patreon page. This helps me provide quality content.

https://www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

If there’s any guests or stories you want me to cover in the future do reach out to me via my email: [email protected]

This podcast was recorded six days out from the Berlin marathon. I discuss the build up, my marathon block, lessons learned from my last marathon, nutrition, race day plans, current news and much more.

In the second half of the podcast I speak with Philipp Baar, who has a marathon PR of 2:16. In this episode we talk about his new role as the Berlin Adidas Captain. Philipp shares some great course tips for those running the Berlin marathon, plus he shares an interesting point of the course that you might want to look out for! In this conversation with Philipp we talk about running drills, click the link below to see five running drills that you can add to your routine before you tackle a workout or a race.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CiVYvGHK12J/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=

I recorded this interview with Philipp live in Berlin a few weeks back, I am currently preparing for the Berlin Marathon and I did a course recce, I did a short YouTube video (link below) providing 5 key tips for people running it titled: Berlin Marathon - Course Tips and Overview

https://youtu.be/-4-lmen6hr8

There are several other episodes of the YouTube series, covering nutrition, and how I work out my pace by taking a lactate threshold test etc. So be sure to take a look.

I also mention the new work I’m doing with Relay, it’s a new platform paid platform that I’m working with other content creators to bring more value to the running community. Click https://www.patreon.com/relay to listen to the podcast with 2.20 marathoner Nick Bester.

Photo credit: @berlinmarathon

Thank you’s!

Thank you to all everyone that listens and supports the podcast. Standard! You're all amazing!

Thank you to the supporters of the podcast from the Patreons to the sponsors including Tracksmith. You can use the discount code Marcus15 to get $15 off of your first Tracksmith order of $75 or more.

In preparation for the London and Berlin marathons head over to https://www.tracksmith.com to find out and join the marathon activations. Tracksmith will open there second store, located at 23-25 Chiltern Street in London's Marylebone, the store will open its doors on Friday, 30 September.

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Thank you to my patreons your help pays for editing, equipment and much more.

If you value the content I deliver, please consider becoming a supporter of my podcast by donating via my patreon page. This helps me provide quality content.

https://www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

If there’s any guests or stories you want me to cover in the future do reach out to me via my email: [email protected]

In episode 137, I speak with Laura Tilt who is a Registered Dietitian, health writer, brand consultant, author of Get Gutsy and creator of The Gut Loving Podcast. You can follower her on Instagram @nutritilty

In this episode we talk about:

This episode is supported by SportsShoes as I prepare for the 2022 Berlin Marathon. Have a look at episode 1 titled: Berlin Marathon - Course Tips and Overview

In this episode I provide some on-site course tips live from Berlin to help you run your best Berlin marathon. You can watch it by clicking this link:

https://youtu.be/-4-lmen6hr8

This episode with Laura is featured in episode 2, as I detail my training which includes running the Big Half marathon where I earned a PB.

Please have a look at the resources below noted in the conversation

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Thank you to my patreons your help pays for editing, equipment and much more.

If you value the content I deliver, please consider becoming a supporter of my podcast by donating via my patreon page. This helps me provide quality content.

https://www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

If there’s any guests or stories you want me to cover in the future do reach out to me via my email: [email protected]

In episode 136, I speak with Shareefa J, a presenter, model, advocate for equality and mental health awareness. She uses her platform to discuss many topics including Black Lives Matter, LQBTQIA+ topics, plant-based eco-friendly living, fitness, adult ADHD, women’s health and eating disorders.

In this conversation we talk about her experience of completing the London Marathon and RideLondon 100 and how sport has had a positive impact on her life. We also spoke about mental health and  Neurodiversity. There is some swearing in episode so please be mindful of that.

Shareefa’s Instagram: @shareefa_j

Photo credit: @stylistmagazine

Thank you’s!

Thank you to all everyone that listens and supports the podcast. Standard! You're all amazing!

Thank you to the supporters of the podcast from the Patreons to the sponsors including Tracksmith. You can use the discount code Marcus15 to get $15 off of your first Tracksmith order of $75 or more.

Have a look at the new Speed City

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Thank you to my patreons your help pays for editing, equipment and much more.

If you value the content I deliver, please consider becoming a supporter of my podcast by donating via my patreon page. This helps me provide quality content.

https://www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

If there’s any guests or stories you want me to cover in the future do reach out to me via my email: [email protected]

In episode 135, I speak with Matt Fox, who is the Founder, and Content Director of Sweat Elite, as of August 2022 they have over 88K subscribers and millions of views ranked up. The sports media company pulls back the curtain into elite and sub elite running training. One piece of feedback Matt was asked was could Sweat Elite show the training for an athlete’s full marathon training block. So Matt is currently doing that with his own training for the 2022 Berlin marathon. It’s an excellent series with his training partners, coach etc and I’d highly recommend watching it.

Matt's Instagram: @mattinglisfox 

-Sweat Elite's Instagram

-Sweat Elite's YouTube Channel

-Sweat Elite's Website

Matt's Strava (personal training log)

Thank you’s!

Thank you to all everyone that listens and supports the podcast. Standard! You're all amazing!

Thank you to the supporters of the podcast from the Patreons to the sponsors including Tracksmith. You can use the discount code Marcus15 to get $15 off of your first Tracksmith order of $75 or more. If your training for the London marathon, do sign up for the 100 days email, which includes details of the community Sunday long runs. 

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Thank you to my patreons your help pays for editing, equipment and much more.

If you value the content I deliver, please consider becoming a supporter of my podcast by donating via my patreon page. This helps me provide quality content.

https://www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

If there’s any guests or stories you want me to cover in the future do reach out to me via my email: [email protected]

In episode 134, I speak with Jordan Thomas, who is a Product Manager, Videographer and Baltimore Born, Los Angeles Based Runner who has been running since before he could pronounce the word. While a Product Manager by day, Over the last 7+ years he has captured distance running culture that is centred on people of colour through short form documentaries, interviews, training tutorials, and more.

This felt like one of those conversations you have with a friend on a long run, so I’m excited to share it with you. You can follow Jordan on instagram on @jaydotthomas

Thank you’s!

Thank you to all everyone that listens and supports the podcast. Standard! You're all amazing!

Thank you to the supporters of the podcast from the Patreons to the sponsors including Tracksmith and Allbirds.

You can use the discount code Marcus15 to get $15 off of your first Tracksmith order of $75 or more. I am really liking the new all black Allston high tights as I take part on shorter distance races over the summer.

I have recently reviewed the new Allbirds Tree Flyer running shoe made with premium natural and recycled materials. It’s made with less Plastic. Using FSC-certified eucalyptus tree upper blend replaces the usual fully oil-based synthetics used in the industry without sacrificing any performance. Compared to traditional materials like nylon, the tree fibre cuts their carbon footprint in half. Check out my YouTube channel to watch the full review: https://youtu.be/xYGxDK-8I8k

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Thank you to my patreons your help pays for editing, equipment and much more.

If you value the content I deliver, please consider becoming a supporter of my podcast by donating via my patreon page. This helps me provide quality content.

https://www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

If there’s any guests or stories you want me to cover in the future do reach out to me via my email: [email protected]

In episode 133, I speak with Elisabeth Scott, who is the founder and head coach at Running Explained. She is on a mission to help runners of all abilities and experience levels become better, smarter, faster runners. Find her at www.runningexplained.co, on Instagram at @runningexplained, and every week on new episodes of The Running Explained Podcast.

In this conversation we cover some essential pointers for those who want to create their own marathon training plan. Thank you to everyone that sent in questions.

We also have bonus material of this episode where we discuss tips on how to develop mental resilience for your marathon training. To watch the YouTube video titled How to Develop Mental Resilience for Your Marathon Training with Coach Elisabeth Scott  

Click this link to watch it: https://youtu.be/-oll1Rq6i1Q

Episode 133 of A Runner’s Life podcast is sponsored by Tracksmith and Allbirds.

Tracksmith’s new Kazu Tourer sunglasses, in collaboration with District Vision, running frames inspired by alpine style look super cool. Definitely check them out.

I have recently reviewed the new Allbirds Tree Flyer running shoe made with premium natural and recycled materials. It’s made with less Plastic. Using FSC-certified eucalyptus tree upper blend replaces the usual fully oil-based synthetics used in the industry without sacrificing any performance. Compared to traditional materials like nylon, the tree fibre cuts their carbon footprint in half. Check out my YouTube channel to watch the full review: https://youtu.be/xYGxDK-8I8k

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Thank you to my patreons your help pays for editing, equipment and much more.

If you value the content I deliver, please consider becoming a supporter of my podcast by donating via my patreon page. This helps me provide quality content.

https://www.patreon.com/ARunnersLife

If there’s any guests or stories you want me to cover in the future do reach out to me via my email: [email protected]