This week I am really grateful to be joined by Flora Beverley to talk about her experience with EBV (Epstein-barr virus), listening to your body and reflecting on your training.

Flora's insight into her recovery journey, learning to work with her body and outlook on longevity is hugely inspiring and something with can all learn from.

You can find her @foodfitnessflora on instagram and @florabeverley on Youtube

and you can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Trail running- a sport within a sport and this week I’m joined by the inspiring Fiona Pascall.

Running for Salomon UK, Fiona is a Strength coach, Pilates instructor and is launching a trail running retreats business in 2025.

Starting her ultra running journey in the lake district, she fell in love with the community and has had some huge wins in Europe since then as well as running for GB and NI. Starting the new season as a hot fav on the UTMB circuit, Fiona is also dedicated to getting people trail running and has launched her business Trail Retreats to encourage others in their trail running journeys

Find her on instagram @fipascall and more info on Trail retreats at @trail.retreats and https://www.trailretreats.co.uk/

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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RED-S and Energy Availability are big topics in sports nutrition.

Emily Kier is a nutritionist who specialises in RED-S and works with individuals to help them recover and fuel their bodies and their sport. Working as part of a clinical team, she has a wealth of knowledge on the subject and gives us a great insight into what we can do as runners to support our bodies and our training.

If you think you need help with any of the issues discussed in this episode, please reach out to someone.

To work with Emily, you can find her on instagram @twicethehealth

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running,

TFR x

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2025 is here and the new season of The Fuelled Runner will be soon! In this episode, I chat all about New Year pressure, plans for the pod and a sneak preview of some of the things I have lined up this year….

Find me on instagram @siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Marathon training 101- this week I’m talking end to end through marathon training which might be something a lot of people are going to start doing in the new year if they’re heading towards the London Marathon!!

I’m here to reassure you that you’re going to be great, it’s totally manageable and give you my top tips!

In this episode I’m discussing:

1. Finding a plan
2. Balancing life
3. Getting some good shoes
4. Fuelling your running and basic nutrition
5. Run types- long, easy, interval/speed
6. Being kind to yourself
7. My 3 top tips

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Shoe rotations, watches, snazzy kit and basics- what do you or don’t you need?! Spoiler alter, there is only one thing I actually think you need… give this episode a listen to learn more about running trainers, my top 3 things, winter vs summer running, things I rate and hate!

SPRINT

• Running trainers
• My top 3 things to buy
• Building an outfit from the bottom up

Affiliate links for things I mention:

• Flip belt- https://amzn.to/4fbVLv0
• Gloves- https://amzn.to/3Dmyitu
• Ear warmer- https://amzn.to/41t32mI
• Scrunchies- https://amzn.to/3De5mUQ
• Chafe stick- https://amzn.to/3D3szsv
• Cap- https://amzn.to/3ORSiXM Hard pilates ball- https://amzn.to/3ONP1bZ Headphones- https://amzn.to/49tOZ2l
• My running watch- https://amzn.to/3ZNz2AV
• Winter leggings- https://amzn.to/4itn8mZ

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Shoe rotations, watches, snazzy kit and basics- what do you or don’t you need?! Spoiler alter, there is only one thing I actually think you need… give this episode a listen to learn more about running trainers, my top 3 things, winter vs summer running, things I rate and hate!

SPRINT

• Running trainers
• My top 3 things to buy
• Building an outfit from the bottom up

MARATHON

• Shoe rotations
• Trail running
• Winter vs summer
• Things I love that make my life easier
• Things I don’t rate
• Things I would recommend if you’re starting to invest

Affiliate links for things I mention:

• Flip belt- https://amzn.to/4fbVLv0
• Gloves- https://amzn.to/3Dmyitu
• Ear warmer- https://amzn.to/41t32mI
• Scrunchies- https://amzn.to/3De5mUQ
• Chafe stick- https://amzn.to/3D3szsv
• Cap- https://amzn.to/3ORSiXM Hard pilates ball- https://amzn.to/3ONP1bZ Headphones- https://amzn.to/49tOZ2l
• My running watch- https://amzn.to/3ZNz2AV
• Winter leggings- https://amzn.to/4itn8mZ

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Nutrition can have a huge impact on your running and your life, but as a topic, it is full of mystery, false information and complexities- so what do you need to actually know?! Hopefully this episode sets that out for you!

Sprint:

• Basics of building a meal
• Energy
• My 3 top tips

Marathon:

• Eating around a run- pre and post
• Snacks
• Race day nutrition
• Diet culture and eating more than others
• 
  

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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Nutrition can have a huge impact on your running and your life, but as a topic, it is full of mystery, false information and complexities- so what do you need to actually know?! Hopefully this episode sets that out for you!

Sprint:

• Basics of building a meal
• Energy
• My 3 top tips

Marathon:

• Eating around a run- pre and post
• Snacks
• Race day nutrition
• Diet culture and eating more than others
• 
  

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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You can only benefit from the training you recover from. But how should you actually be recovering?! There are so many lotions and potions, hacks and wild claims floating around on the internet at the moment and in this episode I do a deep dive into the basics and nuances of recovery:

Sprint:

• Recovery pillars- nutrition, sleep and rest are the most important to nail
• Recover pyramid example:

https://humankinetics.me/2021/07/15/what-are-the-best-recovery-strategies-for-athletes/

• Things on top like foam rolling, massage, ice baths, hot and cold etc etc are bonus, you have to get the basics right
• More miles= more sleep
• Rest days, you actually have to rest
• Science of why muscles only recover at rest
• All training plans should be balanced

You can find me on instagram @Siansecc and on tiktok @ssecc

Happy running, TFR x

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