#15 – Winter Running – Tips for Training in the Colder Months
Winter miles = summer smiles — but they also come with their own set of challenges. In this episode, we’re diving into everything you need to know about winter running. From staying warm without overheating to balancing outdoor runs with gym work, covering practical tips to keep you moving through the cold months. Plus, why […]
#14 – Running on the Edge: How to Balance Obsession and Self-Care
Ever felt like your love for running tipped into obsession? Like your worth was tied to your pace, your mileage, or your latest race result? In this episode, Tommy dives deep into the fine line between healthy dedication and toxic obsession. He shares his own story of pushing too hard, the injuries that followed, and […]
#13 – Q&A (Listener Questions)
In this episode, Tommy answers questions submitted by listeners. Topics range from Barefoot shoes, Nasal Breathing, Cramping and warming up, motivation vs discipline, balancing training with a busy work schedule, how to stay positive during injury, and more… —– INOV8 is a renowned sports brand based in the mighty fells of the Lake District. They […]
#12 – How to Train for a Marathon: Part 2 – Following Your Plan
In this second Part of How to Train for a Marathon, Tommy tackles the times we need to adapt our training. He talks about how to execute on your plan whilst considering the reality of inevitable challenges and setbacks. What’s covered: What does good execution look like? How to Adapt Your training plan Dealing with […]
#11 – How to Train for a Marathon: Part 1 – Building Your Plan
In this – the first of two parts – Tommy gives an introduction and overview to building your own Marathon Training Plan. Knowing even the basics of putting a training plan together is a powerful tool, even when working with a coach, using a prewritten plan, or using a training app. No coach, plan or […]
#10 – Can Trail Runners Thrive in Urban Spaces? (BORDERLANDS)
City streets or mountain peaks—where do you draw the line?In a special crossover episode with the BORDERLANDS podcast, Tommy sits down with Josh to tackle the joys and challenges of being a trail runner in the heart of the city. From finding green spaces among the grey to repeating the same hill 20 times for […]
#9 – Why High Volume Matters
High Volume training is one of the most fundamental concepts in running, often overshadowed by flashy speed sessions or high-intensity intervals. But here’s the secret: most great endurance athletes build their fitness on a solid foundation of miles—lots and lots of them. In this Episode, we’ll dive into what high-volume training means, why it’s critical […]
#8 – The Importance of Dreaming Big
What if you aimed for a running goal that seems beyond your current reach? How could that transform your journey?In this episode, Tommy discusses the importance and power of dreaming BIG and setting big goals! He goes through: The Power of Dreaming Big A Strategic Approach to Achieving Big Goals Overcoming Setbacks and Building Resilience […]
#7 – The Allure of Goal-Oriented Self-Worth
We can all fall into the trap of associating our self-worth with the outcomes of our running goals. In this Episode, Tommy talks about the risks closely attaching your self-worth to the goals we set ourselves. He covers: Intro: The Allure of Goal-Oriented Self Worth1. The Trap of Goal-Oriented Identity2. Emotional and Psychological Risks3. Physical […]
#6 – Lone Wolf 2024 Race Recap
Last week, Tommy participated in, and won, Dynamic Adventures’ 24hr race, Lone Wolf, down in Haldon Forest, Exeter. In this Episode, Tommy recounts his experience of the race and talks through his race strategy, nutrition, gear, and recaps his experience. There are listener questions at the end on pushing through the discomfort during races, dealing […]