Matt hasn’t run since August last year — and today, he came back.We catch up after Weymouth Parkrun at the end of June 2025. In this honest and often funny conversation, he shares what it took to get there. We talk illness, motivation, mental health, community, and the tiny victories that mean everything. There’s no dramatic finish line moment here — just a quiet, powerful comeback.

Matt hasn’t run since August last year — and today, he came back. We catch up after Weymouth Parkrun at the end of June 2025. In this honest and often funny conversation, he shares what it took to get there. We talk illness, motivation, mental health, community, and the tiny victories that mean everything. There’s no dramatic finish line moment here — just a quiet, powerful comeback.

Just Matt – Back on the Start Line

The Pace Invader is a podcast about the miles that shape us. In each episode, I chat with everyday runners about why they run, what they’ve learned along the way, and the stories behind their strides.From first 5Ks to marathon memories, mental health to mid-run music choices, we talk honestly about the highs, lows, and everything in between. Whether you’re training hard, running slow, or just thinking about lacing up—these are real voices from real runners, recorded just after their runs while the sweat (and endorphins) are still fresh.Because everyone’s running story is worth telling.

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The Pace Invader is a podcast about the miles that shape us. In each episode, I chat with everyday runners about why they run, what they’ve learned along the way, and the stories behind their strides. From first 5Ks to marathon memories, mental health to mid-run music choices, we talk honestly about the highs, lows, and everything in between. Whether you’re training hard, running slow, or just thinking about lacing up—these are real voices from real runners, recorded just after their runs while the sweat (and endorphins) are still fresh. Because everyone’s running story is worth telling.

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