In this totally unorganized episode, I just tell you a little about my trip to England, and explain why there were some missing episodes.

Colin is here today to talk about the pressure we put on ourselves when we really want to achieve a goal, and how we can lose our motivation sometimes, even when we do have a big goal in mind. I am sure every runner will appreciate Colin's honesty, and I am sure it will make you feel better.

Sarah shares a reminder for us all about how your worst race or run could actually give you a lot of perspective on life. This is definitely one to listen to if you are feeling a little fed up. This will show you that elite runners DO in fact struggle too (and have lots of bad days), but things can always be worse. You will love Sarah's honesty here!

This might change the way you think about your long term progress as a runner. Jason talks about how we need to see our running as a lifetime sport, and this way, you will reach your potential as a runner. If you are someone who struggles with motivation after a season, this might give you the kick you need to get going again.

Sports psychologist Evie is here to talk about self compassion and how you can put the "be kind to yourself" words you often hear, into use in your own life by writing an assets list. Practicing what Evie tells you will help you feel a lot more confident and happy with whatever situation you are in.

Do you ever feel like you don't "look like a runner"? That everyone around you seems to have a body more suited to running than you? It's just not true, and Dorothy is here to talk about why that is the case, and how you can join with the #Ihavearunnersbody movement too!

Many of you know Renee McGregor from her work as a dietitian, particularly working to grow awareness of orthorexia, to allow us to enjoy our food and still get the most out of our nutrition. Renee is here to share a personal story of her autoimmune disease and how it affected the way she looked at running. You will find this very relatable in the way she talks about the freedom running brings us.

Tom believes all runners should add some trail running to their training and he explains why this in the case. From another #nowatchme believer, this is solid advice for runners to listen to.

(I have to admit, his points are very valid, and I have to say I agree!)

James shares a story from his coaching journey about an athlete named Jordan. This is an inspiring story of a runner with a heart condition who steadily improved year after year against the odds and running allowed him to heal his heart so he didn't need heart surgery. If you need some motivation, this will do wonders!

Charlie from TheRunnerBeans blog and website is here to talk about mental health and depression. Charlie started running in memory of her friend Vic, but is now on her journey to run a BQ. Charlie talks about how running has helped with her anxiety. If you struggle with anxiety or stress, this might be the perfect podcast to listen to.