Local Runners Podcast

Dave, Katie and Cal chat with a Sale Harrier who started competitive sports in the 80s and competed in the modern pentathlon. With PBs of 5K 13:58, 10K 29:32, half marathon 67:32. Matt Barnes has also been the Northern 1500 meters champion twice. He’s been third in the Northern cross-country championships. He’s been the English 5K road champion in 2010.He’s been a sub-4-minute miler and he’s won the first leg of the National 12 Stage Road Relays. He speaks about how he got into running, how he got into the modern pentathlon and promises its not a "posh boy sport". He also talks about training with Dave and Andy Norman at Altrincham and how they just had the right formula. Matt chats about the PBs he is most proud of as well as the performances, and how beating an Italian in Italy was a great moment. Now competing in Triathlon, Matt explains how he trains and how Triathlon has age categories that help streamline the winners to big competitions.

The team give race reviews for MACCL and SELCC, Fairway Five, Masters Relays and Conwy Half.

Dave talks about an issue with his calf, Cal issues an apology for his lack of knowledge about the groin muscle, and Katie talks about having a week off running but she is back at it now.

This episode is in collaboration with The Fairfield Arms Audenshaw! They kindly host us every other Monday, so we are able to vouch for their hospitality!  

Sean, Katie, Dave and Cal talk to a Rochdale Harrier who has retuned to the sport as a masters athlete having taken a short 22 year break, the recovery has clearly worked for Juliet who has returned with some very impressive times. Since returning she has had times of 5k 19:36, 10k 41:02, 10 mile 73:02. Juliet talks about her time running as a junior and then her come back as a masters athlete. Juliet tells us about her training now and how she is coached by her husband Mark, who she gives high kudos to. Juliet also tells us about how track is becoming a big part of her training and how more people should give it a try (we have heard this before). Some great listener questions and a lovely message from Juliet's good friend who she helped complete a 10k.

The team give race reviews for SECCL Match 1, Yorkshire Marathon, British Masters Relays, Marathon Eryri and Oldham Half. Sean tells us that he needed to be a second quicker, Katie tells us she is spending more time training on grass, Cal tells us of his many mistakes at Marathon Eryri and Dave tells us he has enjoyed some battles with local runners, in races of course.

This episode is in collaboration with The Fairfield Arms Audenshaw! They kindly host us every other Monday, so we are able to vouch for their hospitality! Serving up great quality, pub food in warm and welcoming surroundings, The Fairfield Arms pub in Audenshaw should be your first port of call for a catch up with friends, a mid-week meal, or a delicious Sunday roast with all the family.

Sean, Cal, Katie and Dave speak with a Salford Harrier who has PBs for 5k in 14:13, 10k in 29:21, half in 65:38, and a marathon in 2:31:47. He has also ran 5000m 13:37, the mile in 4:03.7. Ian spoke about how he got into running at a young age and where his junior career took him. From school to university in Loughborough and living and working there. He spoke about how not to celebrate too early in races where he nearly got caught out and he speaks about Evan, his son, and his progression and how he coaches Evan and other juniors at Salford. Ian talks about his struggles with injuries and his current injury with his knee.

The team talk about the first Tameside 5k Festival and how it went. Dave Katie and Cal all did Manchester XC, but we couldnt get Sean there. Sean was just wanting to show off his Berlin jacket and medal. Dave speaks about his training and racing without a broken shoe, Cal talks about getting some serious elevation in, Katie explains why she did 30 miles with 8000ft elevation before pacing the 5k and Sean gives us a low down of Berlin Marathon.

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Cal, Dave and Michael speak with two Marple Runners, one who is the female club captain and one who is the Treasurer of the club. Cath has PBs of 5km 28.05, 10km 59.38, Half 2hr 13. Dan has PBs of 5k 19:42, 10k 42:38, Half 95:16, Marathon 3:58:51. Both great ambassadors for Marple Runners talking about how much of a community it is and how much meeting at the pub happens. Cath talks about how she ran Manchester 10k in the early running years and how Marple helped her with going to races. Dan chats about how he became treasurer along with his experience of running London marathon along with the reasons behind it. Cath says she might branch out to more than just the two parkruns, and Dan makes sure Parkruns are his staple run of the week.

The team talk about the up and coming Tameside 5k Festival and what to expect. With Michael Harris drafted in for Sean and Katie, he tells us about his 18month journey to running again and he has switched clubs. Dave talks about how his XC Masters ended and it seems there is an excuse to buy some new spikes. Cal talks about his training and how the miles and weekly elevation have increased in prep for Snowdonia Marathon.

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Dave, Cal, Sean and Katie speak to two Manchester YMCA Harriers. Phil who is the president of the club and Josie who is the female club captain. Phil has PBs of 5k in 16:51, 10k in 34:25, half in 1:18:39, marathon in 3:00:05. Josie has PBs of 5k in 21:58, 10k in 47:07, half in 1:50:07, marathon in 4:07:44. They both talk about how they got into running as well as how they ended up at Manchester YMCA Harriers. Phil talks about them 5 seconds on the marathon and Josie talks about getting beating a 5k PB in her 20s from when she was a junior.

The team review races for Cheshire half, Northern Counties Relays and National XC. Cal is gearing up for Snowdon, Dave is back from 2 weeks of lots of running, Katie is back in the groove and Sean is less than 2 weeks from Berlin Marathon 2024.

This episode is in collaboration with On. On are a brand that are fully engineered in Switzerland using the most advanced technology possible. In the On lab, gold medallists work with engineers to develop the next generation of shoe and apparel tech. Created by athletes, for athletes.

Sean, Cal and Katie speak with an East Cheshire Harrier who has travelled the world doing marathons, with one coming up very soon. With PBs for 5k in 19:02, 10k in 38:36, half in 82:00, marathon in 2:54:38. Andy talks about Daddies Escape and how they were perfect for his situation as well as how grateful he is of their time. He also shares the story of his daughter Pixie Belle. He has done many marathons and gives his verdict on why he loves doing it. He also gives the verdict on the best and worst marathons. 

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Cal, Sean and Dave speak to a Sale Harrier who has PBs of 18:36 for 5k, 37:50 for 10k, 1:23:19 for half and 3:00:38 for the marathon. And the big one, Rachael is a world record holder for 10k with a buggy which was achieved at Alderley Bypass. Rachael talks about how she started running and her experience of running in Russia as well as Spain. She talks about the how amazing Spain is for running and the strange prizes she won. She also talks about how she came about attempting a world record for 10k in a buggy at Alderley Bypass and how Run North West were able to help. With a young family Rachael tells us how she fits in training and how she gets the children involved.

The team are back with lots of race reviews including the sell out Black Knight Charge which we hosted with East Cheshire Harriers. With Katie away in Turkey, Dave tells us about his training including some ups with a great 5k at Ellesmere Port, and some downs with a niggle, Cal talks about training after a 2 week all inclusive and Sean is only 5 weeks away from Berlin Marathon.

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Cal, Katie, Dave and Sean speak with a local legend! Tony Hillier is a Stockport Harrier, and a man who has been running and coaching for many years. With PBs 18:34 5k, 37:16 10k, 1:18:50 half, and 2:52:46 for the marathon. If there is a local race, he is there! Tony talks about how he started running, then tackling marathons. He reminises about the "old" days were its was no gps, chip timing, and you just had to accept the time given. Tony talks about coaching and starting HRC which has seem some great runner emerge from the community. He discusses age categories for men and women as well as how long he thinks he can keep running for.

The team talk about local races and there have been a few. Some BIG news coming in this episode too with a local race on the calendar. Sean has a bigger smile on his face with Berlin Marathon training in full swing, Dave races 3 times in a short period, Cal is doing more strength work and getting ready for holiday, and Katie isnt ready for a road race but is ready for 3 races in 5 days.

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Sean, Gav, Cal and Dave speak with Hayley Simpson and Mark Bousie for a review of The Tour 2024 and how it went for them. Along with the chat, the Katie and Emma spoke with runners over the 4 days bringing the interviews back for 2024.

The team talk about their training in the last few weeks. Cal talks of Podiums eye balls out, Dave had a good run out at Hyde 7 and Sean ate his body weight in fish, chips and burgers on holiday in the lakes.

This episode of LRP is in collaboration with Quest Events , organisers of The Tour!