Well Far: The Running Podcast

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Well Far: The Running Podcast episodes

March 03, 2019 The marathon mindset: how yoga, meditation, and breathwork can improve performance with Michael Wong and Aimee Fuller
This week's episode is all about cultivating mental fortitude to thrive on your marathon journey. Amy begins by chatting to the founder of Just Breathe and Boys of Yoga, Michael Wong, about the benefits of yoga and how connecting to your breath can help on your running journey. Amy then heads off on a run with Aimee Fuller, a Team GB Olympian snowboarder who will soon be adding the London Marathon to her list of accomplishments. They talk about Aimee’s ascent from childhood gymnast to Team GB snowboarder and the mental strength required to hit those kickers.
How to find out more about today's experts:
Michael Wong, Website: www.justbreatheproject.com Instagram: @michaeljameswong
Aimee Fuller, Instagram: @aimee_fuller
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44 min
February 24, 2019 How to avoid over training and train well with Simon Wegerif and Alice Liveing
There's feeling good, and then there's knowing when you're feeling good. This week's episode sees Amy chatting to the founder of health tech company Ithlete, Simon Wegerif, who talks us through heart rate variability (HRV) and how it could be the key to optimising your training. We then pound the pavement with Alice Liveing, three time best selling author and all round health extraordinaire to discuss training for positive gains.
How to find out more about today's experts:
Simon Wegerif, Website: www.myithlete.com
Alice Liveing, Instagram: @aliceliveing
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47 min
February 17, 2019 Why we run and how to fuel ourselves, with Anita Bean and Esmee Anderson
Why not jog on your wedding day? This week's episode delves into the reasons why we run and the motivation to keep us going. Before heading off on a very inspirational run with PT Esmee Anderson who defied the odds by completing a marathon (and more!) after a paralysis diagnosis that suggested she would never walk again, Amy chats to author and sports nutritionist Anita Bean, uncovering much anticipated answers to what to eat and when to eat it before, during and after training.
How to find out more about today's experts:
Anita Bean, Instagram: @anitabean1, Website: www.anitabean.co.uk
Esmee Anderson, Instagram: @esmee_ldn
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47 min
February 10, 2019 Finding a tribe with Stephen Adjaidoo, Francesca Menato and Katie Piper
This week Amy chats to LDN Brunch Club's founder Stephen Ajdaidoo and member Francesca Menato about how finding a tribe to run with (and a tasty destination to run to) can help keep you motivated on those all important long runs. We then set off on an inspirational lakeside run with the extraordinary Katie Piper who talks about her running journey, day-to-day life, motivations and a recent stint in uniform.
How to find out more about today's experts:
Stephen Adjaidoo, Instagram: @stephenadjaidoo, @LDNbrunchclub
Francesca Menato, Instagram: @ces_menato
Katie Piper, Instagram: @katiepiper_
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46 min
February 03, 2019 Rest, recovery, and taking on the challenge with Dalton Wong and Sophie Radcliffe
From kitchen floors, to cryo-tanks, this weeks episode sees Amy discuss the ins and outs (mainly the importance) of recovery with celeb PT Dalton Wong before striding out a run with Sophie Radcliffe, aka Challenge Sophie, who takes challenging yourself to the next level.
How to find out more about today's experts:
Dalton Wong, Instagram: @dalton_wong22
Sophie Radcliffe, Instagram: @challengesophie
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48 min
January 27, 2019 Speed training and realising potential with Omar Mansour, Rory Knight and Laura Hoggins
On this week’s episode of Well Far, Amy speaks to Omar and Rory from Track Life LDN who are driven by their passion to bring out the full potential in athletes. They chat about their renowned speed training techniques and breaking down intimidating preconceptions about track running. We then join Laura Hoggins aka 'Laura Biceps' on a jog as we learn about her journey and how today's training struggles become tomorrow's running strengths.
How to find out more about today's experts:
Rory Knight, Instagram: @roryknightfitness, @track_life_ldn
Omar Mansour, Instagram: @mromg, @track_life_ldn
Laura Hoggins, Instragram: @laurabiceps
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41 min
January 20, 2019 Strength training tips for runners with Luke Worthington and run chat with polar explorer Wendy Searle
This episode discusses why mileage is only part of the story and the importance of strength training for staying injury free. After some motivation and kit related tips from Amy, we dive into the biomechanics of running with sports scientist Luke Worthington. Amy’s run this week is with Wendy Searle - known for running the Norfolk countryside with a tractor tire in tow - who hopes to break the women's speed record to the south pole in 2020.
How to find out more about today's experts:
Luke Worthington, Instagram: @lukewtraining, Website: www.lukeworthington.com
Wendy Searle, Instagram: @betweensnowandsky, Website: www.southpole2020.com
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47 min
January 13, 2019 Training smart with team GB sprinter Dina Asher-Smith and ultra runner Sophie Power
From hundredths of a second to hundreds of miles, in this episode Amy speaks to two runners from opposite ends of the track on how to factor in training around a busy life. Covering everything from essential core exercises for runners to breastfeeding mid-ultra marathon; friends, food and fuel we chat to Nike athlete and fastest woman in the world Dina Asher-Smith, and long time ultra-runner Sophie Power who triggered a global debate about motherhood and marathons.
How to find out more about today’s experts:
Dina Asher-Smith, Instagram: @dinaashersmith
Sophie Power, Instagram: @ultra_sophie
Find other runners like yourself by searching #WELLFar on social media.
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44 min
January 06, 2019 Best foot(wear) forward; having a plan - with host Amy, footwear expert Emma Kirk-Odunubi and Runner’s World Editor Andy Dixon
In this episode Amy helps to dispel beginners nerves with essential tips on how to begin your marathon journey on your strongest foot, literally. Starting from the feet up we chat to Emma Kirk-Odunubi about what trainers you need, the importance of footcare, easy stretches and how you can improve your running while brushing your teeth. Then Amy picks the brains of Andy Dixon, Editor of Runner's World magazine, as they pound the pavement for a lunch time run.
How to find out more about today’s experts:
Emma Kirk-Odunubi, Instagram: @emmakirkyo, Youtube: HerShoesHerFitness
Andy Dixon, Instagram: @runnersworlduk, @rw_ed_andy, Runner’s World Mission Marathon: https://www.runnersworld.co.uk/training/marathon/missionmarathon
Find other runners like yourself by searching #WELLFar on social media.
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45 min
December 19, 2018 Introducing Well Far
Welcome to Well Far, the weekly running podcast hosted by Amy Hopkinson, Women’s Health Digital Editor and marathon runner launching on 6th January 2019.
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2 min

About Well Far: The Running Podcast

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Whether you are just starting out, or here to PB, Well Far is the weekly running podcast helping you to go the distance. Each week host Amy Lane - author, runner and fitness expert - breaks down the…