Well Far: The Running Podcast

By Mags Creative + Amy Lane

What's Well Far: The Running Podcast about?

Welcome to Well Far, the weekly running podcast hosted by Amy Hopkinson, Women’s Health Digital Editor and marathon runner.

Whilst training for the Paris marathon, Amy shares commentary from her own training as well as interviews with running experts and coaches and conversational pace runs with familiar faces (and voices) you'll recognise.

Taking a holistic approach to health and fitness, Amy and her team of guests empower you to train well and make the distance. With a new episode launching every Sunday, tune in for your weekly marathon training companion.

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How to Harness Your Hormone...

04.11.2021

Thanks for staying with us while we had a little break last week. Today’s episode is well worth the wait. This week we're taking a deep dive into that topic of how female hormones can affect our running. Because although ...

Well Far: The Running Podcast episodes:

04.11.2021 How to Harness Your Hormones to Keep Running at Every Age & Life Stage Thanks for staying with us while we had a little break last week. Today’s episode is well worth the wait. This week we're taking a deep dive into that topic of how female hormones can affect our running. Because although ...
03.26.2021 Amy on Taking a Break to Focus on the Marathon of Motherhood Well Far is taking a short break. In the spirit of practising what you preach, the Well far team and I are taking a short hiatus before coming back for the season finale in two Sundays time. I hope that ...
03.21.2021 Rediscovering the Lost Art of Running with Shane Benzie Sharing his running wisdom with the Well Far crew this week is technique analyst coach, author of The Lost Art of Running, and movement guru, Shane Benzie, whose analysed and coached and studied running races five continents to learn from ...
03.19.2021 GUIDED STRETCH: How to liberate your running routine + a guided stretch with Chris Magee This week the well far listeners have asked how to help sore hamstrings and how to stretch out tired legs after a long run. So this week we are revisiting the brilliant guided stretch that Chris Magee provided a couple ...
03.14.2021 Shareefa J on The Need For Better Inclusivity in Running & Mor‪e‬ Today, rather than focusing on the nuts and bolts of running, Amy talks with presenter, model, runner and all round delightful person Shareefa J about the need for much better inclusivity and diversity in running. We often talk about smashing ...
03.12.2021 Ask an Expert: The best free 10k training plans Rather than recruit an expert this week, to answer your question, Amy takes on the topic that the Well far listeners have pitched and that's: "Where can you find a good free 10k running plan?" Couch 2 5k was many ...
03.07.2021 The Immune System, Running and How to Train When on the Mend with Dr Jenna Macciochi Our health has never been more on the radar than it is at the moment, but what can we do either side of falling ill that supports our immune system and our running? Can vitamin C prevent a cold? Is ...
03.05.2021 Ask an Expert - How to stop cancelling your runs with Dr Sabina Brennan The questions the Well far crew have asked this week is: “During lockdown I'm struggling to concentrate on my work and so everything is taking longer than normal, which is leaving little time for running. How can I feel more ...
02.28.2021 How to Make a Running Habit that Sticks - And Really Enjoy It Despite our creativity and quirks, when push comes to shove we humans are creatures of habit. The truth is that developing and maintaining healthy habits—especially the running habit—is no easy feat. But fret not! Today you’re going to learn some ...
02.26.2021 Ask an expert: Faisal on how adding Fartlek training to your route can help your speed! The question posed by the Well Far listeners this week was: “I’ve been running the same route for months now and I don’t seem to be getting any faster. I’d like to be able to run a 5K in 30 ...
02.21.2021 Suzanne Shaw on How Running Helped Her Overhaul Body & Mind This week on Well Far we are chatting to Hear’say popstar, actress, former Dancing on Ice star and now fitness devotee Suzanne Shaw. For 20 years Suzanne has been hopping on and off the health wagon, something I know many ...
02.19.2021 Ask an expert: Emma Brockwell on running with diastasis and getting rid of your 'mum tum' Our expert this week is the brilliant Emma Brockwell, pelvic health physio therapist and author of “Why Did No One Tell Me?: How to Protect Heal and Nurture Your Body Through Motherhood". The question you lovely listeners want answered this ...
02.14.2021 Best Running Kit for 2021 Pursuits: Trainers, Tech & More Today, we’re discussing the gear and gadgets worth spending your hard earned cash on because it doesn’t matter if you’re just a casual runner who clocks miles for headspace or a marathon runner chasing a PB, the truth is, wearing ...
02.12.2021 Ask an expert: Charlie Barker Bumps and Burpees First up, another honest update from me, Amy, on how I’m handling week 4 of Couch to 5K followed by our first ‘Ask an Expert tip with Charlie Barker of Bumps and Burpees. The question you asked me this week?: ...
02.07.2021 A Runner’s Diet: Unpicking Carbs, Calories & Common Mistakes Coming up is a deep dive into how you can get more out of your running, whether that’s getting faster, going further or getting leaner, by eating better. Yes, we’re going to sink out teeth into the mighty topic of ...
02.05.2021 WELL FAR news No guys, you haven't got your days confused. It's not Sunday. It is Friday and I’m excited to introduce a new segment of the show: Ask an Expert. Starting next week, I’ll put your questions to one of my expert ...
01.31.2021 Easy Tips to Help You Achieve Your 2021 Running Goals + Interview with Record Breaking Marathon Runner This month I’ve returned to running after having my little boy and I’m using the Couch to 5K running plan. But boy, was that first run tough. It wasn’t actually the running that I found that hard but more getting ...
01.30.2021 New Season Countdown: Day 6 This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice... Coming up is some brilliant advice from Injury/Performance Educator, precision run coach, head trainer at equinox, and founder of One Track LDN, Anthony Fletcher with ...
01.29.2021 New Season Countdown: Day 5 This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice... Today, I’m going to introduce you to something called HRV which can help tell you how stressed your body is. It’s really useful for knowing ...
01.28.2021 New Season Countdown: Day 4 This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice... Today, I’ve got brilliant advice from Michael Wong to share with you. Michael is a leading voice in the global movement for modern mindfulness, a ...
01.27.2021 New Season Countdown: Day 3 This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice... If you’re finding that you’re feeling fatigued either during or after a run, I have some brilliant advice for you to snack on today. Coming ...
01.26.2021 New Season Countdown: Day 2 This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice....Today on Well Far Daily you’re going to hear from writer, activist, television presenter and model Katie Piper on the realities of achieving her goals and ...
01.25.2021 New Season Countdown: Day 1 This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice....Today, I have a clip about running for the joys that's in it, rather than being stopped in your tracks by your stats. We’re going to ...
01.24.2021 Well Far Season 4 Coming Soon! Whether you are just starting out, or here to PB, Well Far is the weekly running podcast to help you to go the distance. I’m your host Amy Lane - author, runner, and health editor - and the show is ...
09.23.2020 CONFIDENCE - Finding your feet with Fran Kirby, a special episode brought to you by Sure When it comes to running, there are certain hurdles you need to get over before you even make it out the door. Whether it's knowing what trainers to choose or whether you're anxious about the way you look, worrying whether ...
09.16.2020 BABY STEPS: Can Running Help with Maternal Mental Health? Major depressive disorders have become such an important public health concern that in 2001 the world health organisation determined that depression is one of the leading causes of disability in the world and is a particular burden to us women. ...
09.09.2020 BABY STEPS - Perri (Shakes Drayton) Edwards Up to the plinth to talk about running and motherhood today is Olympic athlete and Perri Edwards (formerly Shake's Drayton). Earlier this year, Perri announced her retirement from sport after 16 years of competing. After many years of life in ...
09.02.2020 BABY STEPS: Pelvic Floor, Running & the Reality of Leaking & More In the second episode of our mini-series, we’re talking about the power of the pelvic floor. It’s thought that up to 30% of UK women are affected by pelvic floor problems with some experts calling it a silent epidemic. And ...
08.26.2020 BABY STEPS: Tina Muir on Quitting Running to Get Pregnant & Life Now If you're a runner and thinking of trying for a baby pregnant already, or beginning your postpartum journey, then join me every Wednesday over the next four weeks for BABY STEPS - a special bumper series of Well Far dedicated ...
06.14.2020 Running for Weight loss - Kind, Sustainable Advice We've covered and understood the negative effects that can happen when health goals become compulsive, but for some of us, when done right, changing our body composition can be healthy endeavour. To guide us in the right direction this week ...
06.07.2020 RUN CHAT - Roz Purcell Growing up in Tipperary in Ireland, Roz’s running journey began out of a love of the fresh air and freedom it provided. Over the years, it evolved with both positive highs and negative lows. This week we learn how she ...
05.31.2020 Running on Empty: Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating in Runners This week we are lifting the lid on eating disorders and disordered eating within the running community. Amy opens up about her own personal struggles with an eating disorder by reading a chapter from her book, detailing her journey. Followed ...
05.24.2020 RUN CHAT - Connie Simmonds For our isolation run chat today we've got the pleasure of calling up influencer and author of Healthy Forever, Connie Simmons. Recently, Connie hit a running milestone that characterises many running journeys - the 5K! We hear how the mum ...
05.17.2020 Running for Two: Pre & Postnatal Running Advice Many women feel the need to quit running as soon as they see two blue lines but is it necessary? Helping us get to the bottom of this this week is Bridgid Picket (@trail.bird.mama), an ultramarathon runner and trail running ...
05.10.2020 How to Come Back from Injury inc. a Team GB Runner's Experience What happens when running goes wrong and how to bounce back and get back on track with British middle distance runner Laura Muirs and Physio Therapist Bradley Scanes. Together they discuss how injury can impact your mental health as well ...
05.03.2020 RUN CHAT: Amy Hughes on her 26 hour Treadmill Challenge & Running 53 marathons The run chats are back! This week we hear form ultra marathon runner, treadmill champion and ball of energy Amy Hughes. Together the Amy’s discuss how running has brought Hughes fitness fame, charity fortune and a reason to exercise. Having ...
04.29.2020 WELL FAR WORKOUT - Race yourself This week we’re encouraging you to race yourself. It’s time to dig deep, push yourself and make the most of your hour of exercise. Lucy will guide you through a straightforward variety run that's perfect for improving beginners and helps ...
04.26.2020 How to Be a More Eco Runner - Start Today This week Amy chats to Editor in Chief of Runners World Andy Dixon (you may remember him from the first ever Well Far episode) and Becca Burns - keen runner and Strategic Research Facilitator, Environment Domain at UCL - to ...
04.22.2020 WELL FAR WORKOUT - Guided Stretch Your cooldown is an integral part of training and one runners often overlook. This 10 minute stretch is the perfect accompaniment to any running session. It's a standing session so great after an outdoor run and perfect to tack onto ...
04.19.2020 Sports Bras and Boobs: Your Complete Guide Disclaimer: This episode was recorded before UK lockdown. We're taking all the steps to look after the health and safety of the WELL FAR gang and guestsSports bras have so often been the thorn in many runners' side's and it ...
04.15.2020 WELL FAR WORKOUT - Outdoor Hill Sprints This week we are kicking things off with a sweaty outdoor hill sprints session - if you’ve felt too nervous to try speed-work in the past, simply hit play and let the Auro team coach you through the session. You'll ...
04.12.2020 Coronavirus cancelled my training & race - what now? Setbacks are a part of life, but if you're smart about it, you can run through them, leaving your frustrations as a distant memory or at the door. Back again from Season two is founder of Athlete in mind, expert ...
04.08.2020 WELL FAR WORKOUT - Legs and Bum Session Welcome to the first installment of the Well Far Workouts! You guys loved the stretch sessions last season but told me you wish they weren’t at the end of the shows. You also said that you’d like some audio coaching ...
03.01.2020 Megan Judge - RUN CHAT From the age of 10 Megan Judge battled eating disorders. During this time she often used running as a way to control her weight, however, when she plummeted to only 5st and was told running might cause a heart attack ...
02.23.2020 Paula Radcliffe - RUN CHAT Over from Monaco and out for a run around Holland Park is the amazing Paula Radcliffe. With achievements including European and World champion, 3 times London marathon completer, and world record holder of 16 years Paula and Amy discuss everything ...
02.16.2020 Charlie Watson - RUN CHAT This week we take a riverside Jog with The Runner Bean's Charlie Watson - Qualified Dietician and Nutritionist, 12 time marathon runner, holder of the 6 star finisher medal, and Author of cook eat run. Drawing on (plenty) of personal ...
02.09.2020 Laura Whitmore - RUN CHAT With Mick (Laura's dog) in toe, this week Amy discusses the value of maintaining a healthy routine in the midst of a very busy, jet-setting schedule, with lady of the moment, Love Island's Laura Whitmore! Between hot yoga and running, ...
02.02.2020 Jenni Falconer - RUN CHAT Coming in hot from the streets of central London (sorry for the honking) to keep you company on your long run this week is none other than the voice behind Smooth Radio’s The Breakfast Show, TV presenter, and fellow podcaster ...
01.12.2020 Miles of Motivation: Dealing With Negative Voices What is mental performance? As runners we tend to focus on the physical, but often it's your mental strength that can make the difference. Helping us wrap our heads around that extra 1% is Andy Cohen Wray, founder of Athlete ...
01.05.2020 Cross Training for Runners – Why non-running improves your pace. Cross Training - its that arms and legs elliptical thing right? Wrong. So many of us hear cross training and the image that comes to mind is that funny machine in the gym but this couldn’t be further from the ...

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