Trail & ultra running from Wild Ginger Running

Thrilled to chat to my friend and fellow Stamford Strider Fiona Martin about her amazing thrice completion of the Montane Lakeland 100 over the last few years! She is going for her 4th this year and wants to complete 5 in order to get a coveted slate trophy! I am working towards the ML100 myself, first doing the ML50 this summer followed by the 100 possibly (if I am successful and get in!) in 2024 or a future date. Here we find out all about teacher Fiona’s training, gear, nutrition, how she deals with sleep deprivation and the inevitable aches and pains that come with running a bloomin' long way. Finishing her 100 miles around 36 hours I am much more keen to hear Fiona’s experiences and advice than all the elite athletes I used to interview - I think this will be way more relevant and useful for us all!

Previous talks

Your first 100 miler - which one to choose? Are there any "easier" ones? What aspects to consider?

https://youtube.com/live/17SYvXAm6KU

What's the least training you can get away with for 100 miles? Coach Tim's training & prep advice

https://youtube.com/live/6OY_WmUReP0

How to train for 100 miles (with summer Spine Challenger course record breaker & coach Tim Pigott)

https://youtu.be/dRzi1AvUNOA

More fantastic ultra running training information from Tim:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62t

My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTy

Please like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGR

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Meet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/

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This month's training chat with coach, physio and Summer Spine 108 mile winner Tim Pigott from HP3 Coaching (https://www.hp-3.co.uk). So, announcement - I actually can't do the Montane Lakeland 100 this year because although I've run plenty of 50 milers in the past, I didn't during 2020-2022 because of pregnancy, birth and getting back to it, so I don't meet the entry requirements.

I am actually relieved because the more I looked into it and started training for ML100, the more I understood how hard it is, and also I might not be ready for 100 miles just yet - there's no rush, respect the distance, focus on the ML50 and then choose a 100 miler after hopefully completing that successfully.

So, which one to choose....? This required a spreadsheet of 20 of the best UK 100 mile races (available to Patreon supporters or YouTube members only! Sign up here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunning) so I can compare all the aspects and choose the most inspiring, least hard one for either autumn 2023 or spring 2024.

Previous talks

What's the least training you can get away with for 100 miles? Tim's training & prep advice

https://youtube.com/live/6OY_WmUReP0

How to train for 100 miles (with summer Spine Challenger course record breaker & coach Tim Pigott)

https://youtu.be/dRzi1AvUNOA

More fantastic ultra running training information from Tim:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62t

My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTy

Please like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGR

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/

Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunning

Meet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/

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Last week I spoke to the super duper Steve and John from the Young Hearts Run Free podcast all about ultra running, running in general and some tips for motivation! Hope you enjoy this!

My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTy Please like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGR Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/ Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunning Meet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/

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Here's me on the Running Hub podcast with Clean Coach Katie, a special extra bonus chat! Thank you so much for your support and I really hope you like this extra episode. Thank you! Claire

My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTy
Please like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGR
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Doh! Forgot to pop this on the podcast! Sorry for the delay, originally on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/oJC1D7-TGH8

Who has won the December 2022 competition worth £422? And what is up for grabs in the January 2023 prize? To enter the Wild Ginger Running monthly competition, scroll down.

CurraNZ blackcurrant extract, 40% discount offer here

https://www.wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shop/gear/curranz/

Available as a podcast here TBC or search "Wild Ginger Running Competition Nov" in your usual podcast provider.

Links to things I talked about in the live broadcast:

My shop for a WGR buff or Happy Trails t-shirt, my book The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shop/

Why you might need a superbright headtorch here https://youtu.be/AOJLOx-TjMU

Maurten gel reviews https://youtu.be/7zZuCGOIXz0?t=3622

Discount 20% off 80_Noir Ultra online here https://bit.ly/80NoirUltraWGR

Use code: 80NUWGR

This month’s Wild Ginger Running competition gave the lucky winner a chance to win:

Silva Cross Trail 7XT headtorch £160 amzn.to/3JeVlW5

Maurten nutrition goodie bag £60 https://amzn.to/3JgUggD

Joss Naylor Hooded Mid-Layer £45 https://www.ascendancyapparel.com/joss-naylor-collection

Inov-8 Venturelite 8 Hiking pack, Beanie and wragg worth £84 https://amzn.to/3OQ0RkW

Book: Where there's a hill by Sabrina Verjee £13 https://amzn.to/3VmtPv4

80_Noir Ultra Training Bar Bundle set of 9 bars 2 x £30 = £60

https://bit.ly/80NoirUltraWGR

Discount code for 20% off: 80NUWGR

Next month's competition worth £400+ TBC!

Chia Charge bundle worth £76

Get your 15% discount here https://www.chiacharge.co.uk/discount/wildg15 using code WILDG15

Veloforte Complete Pack and water bottle worth £50

OMM Lite entry 3-4 June, Lake District, worth £170

Ultimate Performance motivational bundle £50+?

Something from Montane...?

Want a chance to win? This competition is only for Patreons, sign up now for automatic entry every month here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunning

Wild Ginger Running Patreons also get exclusive freebies, discounts, films and training plans, their own special Facebook group and Strava Club, plus automatic entry into my monthly competition to win £400’s worth of trail and ultra running gear. There are only about 100 Patreons so the odds on a win are way better than the lottery. What is not to like? Do it do it.

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This week we chat to Patreon Colin Bergstrand about how him and running partner Jon have completed no less than 30 Original Mountain Marathons (OMMs) !!!

Originally on YouTube here https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-sr8xa-135fe92

The OMM is a hugely challenging 2-day event held at the end of October where pairs must navigate through the mountains to find checkpoints, carrying all the kit they need to survive for two days of running, hiking and camping. I've done a couple in the summer and they were hard enough, so how on earth have Colin and John survived 30 in winter?!

Let's find out all their kit, training and navigation hacks and howlers, why they keep going back for more, and most importantly, if they're going for 40 next!

More OMM & navigation-related videos

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0AnLsmDK_f3nBU6xU-yZSsQ

My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTy

Please like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGR

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/

Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunning

Meet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/

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What's the least training you can get away with for a 100 mile ultra marathon in the mountains? I chat to Tim Pigott coach and physio for HP3 Coaching, find out more here https://www.hp-3.co.uk/ about my plans for the Montane Lakeland 100 in July 2023.

I have a toddler and job to juggle, do I have time? What should I focus on? Should I run or hike? Tim answers all the questions and more, and will be back next month for another catch up - have your questions ready! Comment below or watch live and comment for the chance to get your ultra running questions answered.

Originally on YouTube here https://youtu.be/6OY_WmUReP0

How to train for 100 miles (with summer Spine Challenger course record breaker & coach Tim Pigott)

https://youtu.be/dRzi1AvUNOA

More fantastic ultra training information from Tim:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62t

My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTy

Please like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGR

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/

Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunning

Meet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/

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Fantastic to talk to barefoot runner Anna McNuff - she ran 2,352 miles (90 marathons!) across Britain in 2019. I do have a confession to make in that I rarely enjoy reading books about someone running a long way or conquering some kind of hard as nails running challenge (I'd much rather be out on a run myself!) but I make an exception for Anna's books as they're so well written, engaging and hilarious I can't put them down.

This Barefoot Britain run in particular is also much more about one person completing a challenge and so much about inspiring others along the way including the people she ran with and the Brownies and Girl Guides she gave talks to. I love her zest for life, made up words, beautiful descriptions and honesty about situations and feelings that come with a huge challenge like this. I'm a massive fan, and I hope you enjoy her book as much as I did - link below!

Barefoot Britain book by Anna McNuff

https://amzn.to/3GBbjKH

The Pants of Perspective book by Anna McNuff about running the length of New Zealand

https://amzn.to/3IiqHwE

My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTy

Please like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGR

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/

Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunning

Meet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/

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Improve your running technique & discover the Lost Art of Running with expert Shane Benzie, originally on YouTube here https://youtu.be/qV56ZGFMjxk

Sponsored by CurraNZ blackcurrant extract, 40% discount offer here

https://www.wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shop/gear/curranz/

The Lost Art of Running by Shane Benzie

https://amzn.to/3hx7axx

Shane's website https://runningreborn.com/

More films with Shane:

Do you run wrong? (Expert Shane Benzie reveals best running technique) https://youtu.be/WNDirZrY7rc

Improve your running technique - best advice from movement coach Shane Benzie (Running Reborn)

https://youtu.be/VOrhYkAjz28

Best cadence for trail & ultra runners - technique & movement coach Shane Benzie from Running Reborn https://youtu.be/Lapx3gJ0QjE

3 tips for the best running technique from expert coach Shane Benzie

https://youtu.be/xOVC188gcKY

My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTy

Please like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGR

Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/

Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunning

Meet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/

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