The RunAlive Podcast

We're very excited to welcome Martin Yelling to the podcast! As host of the Marathon Talk Podcast, and London Marathon coach, Martin will be well known to many listeners.

We talk to Martin about his approach to running and how that's changed over the years, His coaching mindset, and how he tries to do himself out of a job as a coach, and how he applies that same mindset to leadership of the charity he founded; Stormbreak. From the pursuit of seconds in his youth to a focus on the joy of distance running in later years, Martin reflects on the transformative power of running and how his outlook on competition has matured over time.

Dive with us into Martin's coaching philosophy, a unique blend of relational and person-centred approaches. Discover why he believes in understanding the whole individual, and the significance of the journey, urging those he coaches to focus on the process rather than fixating on outcomes. Find out how this shift in perspective has not only elevated his own running experience but also those he coaches.

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This season of the podcast is sponsored by Run Unbound Endurance Coaching. Whether running your first half, discovering trail running, tackling an ultramarathon or attempting one of the UK big 3 rounds, Run Unbound can help you to achieve your goals in a fun and inspiring way. We are so grateful for Run Unbound's support. Find out more at rununbound.com.

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In this clip of the RunAlive Podcast we talk to Zoe Doyle, European Masters Champion and British record holder about what it takes to juggle competing priorities of motherhood, training and her own dreams and goals. We hear how she had to push back against expectations when she needed to and how she carves out time to care for herself. We also hear about how important it is for her that her own children know that happiness is more important than success.

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We speak to Zoe Doyle, Masters athlete and middle-distance running sensation. Zoe discusses her late start in the world of professional running and her awe-inspiring achievements since then, including double masters world titles in the 1500m and 3k in 2019. Since we spoke to her she’s also gone on to win double gold medals at the European Masters in the 800 and 1500.  

But Zoe's story isn't just about medals and glory as she shares about overcoming health issues, self-limiting beliefs, and cultivating self-compassion to reshape her mindset. She takes us through the highs and lows of her athletic career, where she grappled with the realisation that she could have been world-class if she'd started earlier, as well as balancing family responsibilities as a mum-of-three with her athletic pursuits. She emphasises the significance of self-awareness and self-love in personal growth, and developing a parenting style which has evolved into a powerful lesson in self-worth and happiness for her children, teaching them that giving their best effort is always enough, no matter the outcome. You won't want to miss a moment of this candid and inspiring conversation.

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In this clip Dan Jarvis, MP for Barnsley and Shadow Secretary for Security, talks about the importance of integrity and honesty in politics, and how running gives him the space to recharge, and think. We started by asking him how he maintained the morale of his team, as Mayor of South Yorkshire, during the Covid pandemic.



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Dan Jarvis, MP for Barnsley Central and Shadow Security Minister shares insights on the challenges of frontbench politics and his unwavering commitment to running, even during the busiest of times.

Dan recounts his experiences as a former soldier, including his deployment to the Helmand province in 2007. Discover how running became a lifeline in the midst of the daily challenges and dangers of serving in a war zone. As Dan shares his journey, we explore the enduring impact of these experiences on his values and perspective. From the lessons of leadership, integrity, and maintaining morale in the military to translating those principles into the political arena, Dan underlines the importance of staying connected with the community while working in politics.

Dan underscores the crucial role of honesty and accountability in politics, the transformative power of running in his life, and his exciting future plans in both running and politics. Don't miss this episode that delves into the heart of a remarkable public servant's life and principles.

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This season of the podcast is sponsored by Run Unbound Endurance Coaching. Whether running your first half, discovering trail running, tackling an ultramarathon or attempting one of the UK big 3 rounds, Run Unbound can help you to achieve your goals in a fun and inspiring way. We are so grateful for Run Unbound's support. Find out more at rununbound.com.

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In this first of our new weekly RunAlive Intervals, listen to this excerpt of our conversation with Beth Potter, where she shares her story of getting into triathlon as a novice, why she did it and what she's learnt. What it was like training with the Brownlees as she was just taking up the sport and how she had to draw on her self belief and turn her negative thoughts into positive ones. We hear how she took learnings from her time as a physics teacher, and how now, looking back, she gives the same advice to her training partners.



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This week, we sit down with British World Triathlon Series champion, Beth Potter.

Beth's remarkable journey from a successful track athlete and physics teacher to a world-class triathlete is a tale of inspiration and resilience. She shares the challenges of transitioning to triathlon, including financial uncertainty and self-doubt in swimming, biking, and running. Drawing on her teaching background, Beth discusses how skills in planning, time management, and resilience have been key to her success. She opens up about the impact of psychology on her performance, sharing her experiences of working with a psychologist to boost her mental game and confidence.

Self belief, consistency and discipline are at the heart of Beth's approach to training and racing, reflecting her change in perspective from seeking instant results to embracing patience through years of overcoming setbacks. Currently ranked #1 in the world, Beth looks ahead to the Paris Olympics with excitement whilst remains steadfast in her commitment to taking one step at a time on her remarkable journey.

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This season of the podcast is sponsored by Run Unbound Endurance Coaching. Whether running your first half, discovering trail running, tackling an ultramarathon or attempting one of the UK big 3 rounds, Run Unbound can help you to achieve your goals in a fun and inspiring way. We are so grateful for Run Unbound's support. Find out more at rununbound.com.

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Whether you're a seasoned runner, don't run at all, or simply someone looking to learn and grow in all areas of life, we think you're going to love the new season of this podcast.

Welcome back to season 2 of the RunAlive Podcast, where we explore the relationship between running, coaching and personal growth.

This season we will hear from Triathlon World Champion Beth Potter, Labour Frontbencher Dan Jarvis MP, Martin Yelling, host of the Marathon Talk podcast, multiple Masters world record holder Zoe Doyle, Race director Tom Bedford and 2nd fastest British marathoner of all time, Charlotte Purdue. Be sure to tune in for some incredible stories, life lessons, and a wealth of running inspiration.

Season 2 launches on Friday 27th October

This season of the podcast is sponsored by Run Unbound Endurance Coaching. Whether running your first half, discovering trail running, tackling an ultramarathon or attempting one of the UK big 3 rounds, Run Unbound can help you to achieve your goals in a fun and inspiring way. We are so grateful for Run Unbound's support. Find out more at rununbound.com.

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“If you get knocked over, get up again, that's a good starting point… but the true essence of resilience is: how do I do it different and better?”

Many of us think about resilience through the lens of grit and tenacity to keep going. Speaking candidly about his struggles with his mental health and working through a toxic relationship with running, our guest this week, Rohan Kallicharan, pushes us to find a new perspective on how we reframe and rethink our problems. Having started running to get fit and have fun, he quickly found running became an obsession which took over his life; and when injury and overwork hit he was left burnt out and at rock bottom. This week’s episode gets to the heart of what the RunAlive podcast is really all about: how what you can learn through running can make you better at home and work, as long as you have it all in the right place. With honesty and insight, Ro gives us some practical help to overcome adversity, fall back in love with running, and aid our own recovery when life feels bleak.

Go Do:

This week for the Go-Do we have another worksheet available with 3 exercises that you can use to help you reframe challenges you face and find ways around or over them. Download it here.

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“Bravery is not, not feeling scared. Bravery is feeling scared and doing it anyway”.

Considering a big life overhaul but need some motivation to make it happen? Our guest this week knows exactly what it means to step out of the successful and familiar to embark on something scary and brand new.

Meet James Riley, coach and owner of Run Unbound, former KPMG partner and men's captain of Ed's running club - Ranelagh Harriers. In this episode, James talks about the guts and bravery it’s taken to leave a well-paid, successful career behind to build a business around his passion for coaching and running as a dream job. He shares about the joys of running in the wilderness with friends, what it feels like to reach a career high and wonder what’s next, and how his perspective on success has changed as he’s re-evaluated what he’s looking for from life. As well as talking about this mammoth life change, James also fills us in on the euphoria of participating in the Bob Graham Round in the Lake District, and how he’s using the skills from his past life in this exciting new adventure.

Go Do:

Our Go-Do challenge this week is sure to get us all thinking about our own motivators and goals. Take some time to reflect on the following three questions:

·    Who were you?

·    Who are you?

·    Who are you becoming?

We’d love to hear what emerges for you as you consider these questions. You can drop us a DM, send us a picture or tag us on instagram or linkedin, or send us an email: [email protected]

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