Running with Jake - The PLODcast
272 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsYour weekly dose of running motivation.
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153: Festive feelings, building back, & long answers
December 14, 2022 01:13 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBSee the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
152: Spanish weekends, London debuts, & fruity skills - Josh Schofield
December 07, 2022 01:56 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBSee the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
151: Massive books, high demands, and dodgy translations
November 30, 2022 01:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBSee the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
150: Hand dryer ratings, local beer & RUNNING relationships
November 23, 2022 01:00 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBSee the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast To check out The Menopause Coach Podcast, as featured on this show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-menopause-coach/id1623389519
149: Trail tactics, personalised paths, & chub fish - with OffTheTarmac
November 16, 2022 01:46 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBOn today’s episode, we have e cosy little chat with the guys from OffTheTarmac - a trail event organiser based in Wales. Each episode we will take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today’s question comes from Dave who, after being inspired to hit the trails for the first time after listening to last week’s show, wants to know whether he needs to buy some specific shoes for the terrain? Jake says, based on the time of year, it could well be worth investing in some light trail...
148: Emergency guests, lighting fires & trademark shuffles - Jo Wilkinson
November 09, 2022 01:00 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBOn today’s episode, we (well Jake actually) catch up with Running Coach and Ex-GB athlete Jo Wilkinson who took on an Off The Tarmac 30 mile ultra at the weekend Each episode we will take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today’s question comes from Kev who is targeting a marathon next April. He wants to incorporate some cross-training into his preparations and he’d like to know how heart rate zones on the bike may differ from that when running. Jake says heart rate zones on...
147: New forests, naked runs & Spanish caves!
November 02, 2022 01:16 - 37 minutes - 51.1 MBOn today’s show, Jake discusses his 10M race at the New Forest last weekend, including his… er interesting technique!? The guys chat about Martina’s (Jake’s girlfriend) recent niggle/injury, which could put her Valencia marathon plans in jeopardy. And we touch on the mental side of training and racing, and how important it is to ensure running firmly remains something that we ENJOY! See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
146: Speedy Brits, big tips and the KING OF HORNS! - Ross Braden
October 26, 2022 00:18 - 44 minutes - 62.2 MBOn today’s episode, we catch up with Ross Braden who is fresh off the back of finishing 12th at the London Marathon. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. On this episode, Sarah wants to know about taking on a 20-mile race towards the end of her marathon training. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
145: Missing episodes, multiple medallists & knowledge bombs - Georgie Rutherford
October 19, 2022 00:34 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MBOn today’s episode, we chat with Georgie Rutherford - ex professional triathlete and coach at the Long Run Collective See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
144: Pre-Marathon Special
September 28, 2022 00:00 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBOn today’s episode, we talk FINAL preparations ahead of the amazing London Marathon this coming weekend*! See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast * other marathons are available
143: Mushroom shoes, green runners & bath brekkies - with Damian Hall
September 21, 2022 00:09 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBOn today’s episode, we catch up with Damian Hall who is on a mission to improve running’s carbon footprint. AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's all about foam rollers! See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
142: Royal memories, Welsh peaks, and muddy trails - with Isaac Kenyon
September 14, 2022 00:35 - 45 minutes - 63 MBOn today’s episode, we chat with endurance athlete and eco-adventurer - Isaac Kenyon AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's about a first trail race. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
141: Rabbit holes, team advisors & reading bans - with Jamie Pugh
September 07, 2022 00:56 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MBOn today’s episode, we chat all things running an exercise science with Dr Jamie Pugh - senior lecturer at Liverpool’s John Moores University and team advisor for Hour 7. AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's all about fuelling a marathon with solid foods. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
140: Horrid halfs, mental matters & coffee chaos - with Leah Barrow
August 31, 2022 00:23 - 46 minutes - 64 MBOn today’s episode, we get into a deep chat with Sports Psychologist Leah Barrow all about the training and racing mindset. AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's all about the best way to split up a 20 mile long run. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
139: Bald chickens, deferral decisions & Physio thoughts - with Brodie Sharpe
August 24, 2022 00:34 - 53 minutes - 72.9 MBOn today’s episode, we catch up with Physiotherapist and Podcaster, Brodie Sharpe. AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's about racing Parkrun, followed by a long run! See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
138: Club hugs, business leaders & hidden shoes - Anthony Gay
August 17, 2022 00:23 - 42 minutes - 57.7 MBOn today’s episode, we chat with fellow podcast host Anthony Gay. Anthony is the host of Run The Business - a brand new weekly podcast that explores the unique relationship between running and business, to see how running might help us become better leaders and manger. Run The Business launches on August 30th and is available wherever you get your podcasts. AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's about inclines on treadmill running. Se...
137: Training camps, running dreams, & sweaty haircuts - with Robbie Britton
August 10, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 56.8 MBOn today’s episode, we catch up with ultra athlete and Hour 7 team manager Robbie Britton, who is fresh from the Hour 7 training camp in the Italian Alps. AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's about cross training after a calf injury. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
136: Wellness walks, coach goals, & knocking counties - with Josh Schofield
August 03, 2022 00:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBOn today’s episode, we catch up with Josh Schofield from PGC1 Coaching - a Running Coach with a Masters in sport & exercise nutrition, and a sub 15 minute 5K runner! Last time we spoke with Josh he wasn’t doing a great deal of running at all. He was more focused on coaching his clients, while playing a spot of cricket here and there. Well, now he’s back out of ’semi retirement’ and switching his spikes of this road shoes as he prepares to take on his FIRST EVER marathon in London this Oc...
135: Joining clubs, protecting skin & meeting up with - Billy Boulos
July 27, 2022 00:56 - 34 minutes - 48 MBOn today’s episode, we speak to Billy Boulos - co-founder of Life Jacket Skin Protection Billy and the team are on a mission to help active outdoors people protect their skin, not just through the summer months, but throughout the whole year. As a plodcast listener, you can get 10% off your order at lifejacketskin.com by using the code RUNNING10 at the checkout. AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's about running downhill with confide...
134: Fell records, toilet costumes & CAKE! - with Sabrina Verjee
July 20, 2022 00:00 - 47 minutes - 66.3 MBOn today’s episode, we speak to Sabrina Verjee - veterinary surgeon and ultra endurance athlete. In June 2021, after three previous attempts at the Wainwrights 214 peaks challenge, Sabrina became the first person to complete it in under six days. A total distance of 325 miles. As someone who was never picked for a school sports teams, Sabrina faced many obstacles to becoming a world record-holder. AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's ab...
133: Passionate physios, powerful strides & the Kenyan shuffle - with Eoin Everard
July 13, 2022 00:00 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBOn today’s episode, we speak to Physiotherapist Eoin Everard who specialises in lower back, knee, and hip pain. Eoin is also a talented athlete himself. He has broken the 4 minute barrier in the mile, dipped under 15 minutes for 5K, and he is the current European Over 35 3K Champion. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's all about half marathon training. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
132: Snake spotting, extreme running and a scratchy throat - with Tomasz Drybala
July 06, 2022 00:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBOn today’s episode, we chat with extreme athlete and mindful running teacher Tomasz Drybala Tomasz is taking on the monumental challenge of running 25,000 around the entire circumference of the world!! However, he is taking the whole thing in his stride, and applying his mindful running practices to break the challenge up and stay in the moment. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's about interval training. See the full show notes & re...
132: Snake spotting, extreme running and a scratchy throat - with Thomasz Drybala
July 06, 2022 00:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBOn today’s episode, we chat with extreme athlete and mindful running teacher Tomasz Drybala Tomasz is taking on the monumental challenge of running 25,000 around the entire circumference of the world!! However, he is taking the whole thing in his stride, and applying his mindful running practices to break the challenge up and stay in the moment. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's about interval training. See the full show notes & re...
131: Powerful WHYs, scary meerkats & proud daughters - with Dr Josephine Perry
June 29, 2022 11:51 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MBOn today’s episode, we chat with Sports Psychologist Dr Josephine Perry Josie specialises in endurance sports, and works with athletes and coaches to help them enhance their performance through the use of sports psychology. Today’s show is sponsored by AG1, by Athletic Greens. Fancy a FREE one year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D and five FREE travel packs with your first AG1 purchase? Then just head over to athleticgreens.com/running
130: Mountains, low bars & tea bag smuggling - Edwina Sutton
June 22, 2022 00:29 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBOn this episode, we meet Edwina Sutton. Edwina's an international ultra runner, living in the French Alps. She offers both personal training and online coaching. During this chat, she talks a lot about cross-training, and explains that the Alps offer her the perfect environment for that. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's about how an inexperienced 5k'er should pace a 5k See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwith...
129: Passing the baton, record breaking & improving with age - with Samantha Amend
June 15, 2022 00:12 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MBOn this episode, we're honoured to be chatting with Samantha Amend of Team Hour 7. Sam has an impressive list of achievements, and she's fresh from winning the 2022 Grand Union Canal Race (GUCR), and setting a new ladies record of 25hrs and 45 mins. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today's it's about blood lactate testing. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
128: Noisy Italians, habit stacking & movie pressures
June 08, 2022 00:10 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBOn today’s episode, Jake attempts to quieten his girlfriend Martina as she is studying at home (clearly the studio/coat cupboard isn’t quite soundproof to Italian standards!). Pete the producer attempts to persuade/force Jake into seeing Top Gun: Maverick. It’s not that Jake doesn’t want to see it, but more the fact that allowing himself time to go and see it isn’t such an easy thing to do. This leads on to a conversation around the importance of making time, enjoying hobbies, and buildi...
127: Massive intros, powerful campaigns, & sore plums with Sophie Powers
June 01, 2022 00:54 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBOn today’s episode, we chat with Sophie Power - Ultra runner and mum of 3, Sophie made the news a few years ago, when a photo her breastfeeding her 3 month old baby during the 106 mile Ultra-Trail Du Mont-Blanc went viral. Since then Sophie has become a powerful voice for mothers chasing their dreams and on Global Running Day she launched a campaign called She Races, aiming at making races more female friendly by adhering to a set of guidelines that even the playing field #AskJake: Each w...
126: Ridiculous flights, fast 10Ks, & hat throwing
May 25, 2022 00:00 - 44 minutes - 60.6 MBOn today’s episode, we chat with Ross Braden - Soft Tissue Therapist, Osteopathy student, and a 2:16 marathoner that recently added another PB to his list in the Night Of The10K PBs #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today's it's about how quickly you lose fitness when you stop running. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
125: Selfish worries, time struggles & fence posts!
May 18, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBOn today’s episode, Pete the producer has struggled to get back into his running since the Manchester marathon relay (April). Although he predominantly blames lack of time, it is largely due to a new sport that he has recently taken up - fence post erecting! This prompts an in-depth discussion around the struggles and challenges that so many runners face when it comes to time and motivation to run. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
124: Studio meltdowns, mountain rescues & special Physios
May 11, 2022 00:00 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MBOn today’s episode, we catch up with Lydia Gibson - an ultra runner from Durham, who recently had to be airlifted to Carlisle hospital during the 3-day Silva Great Lakeland race in the Lake District. Lydia lost her footing on a technical decent, slipped and fell. She tore multiple ligaments in her foot and ankle, and as someone who has lived with epilepsy for seven years, Lydia experienced multiple seizures triggered by the pain and the shock. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your qu...
123: Hidden yawns, marathon records & tick sheets
May 04, 2022 00:43 - 42 minutes - 57.9 MBToday’s guest is Kate Jayden - a 35 year old endurance athlete from Derbyshire, who recently set an epic challenge of completing 100 marathons in 100 days. The official record for running marathons on consecutive days is 95, as Kate awaits verification from Guinness World Records that she is the NEW world record holder. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today's it's about back to back marathons. See the full show notes & resources here: http...
122: Intrepid explorers, Scottish adventures & versatile biscuits
April 27, 2022 00:34 - 39 minutes - 54.3 MBOn today’s episode, we speak with Ross Brannigan - a passionate runner, environmentalist, and author of Running Adventures in Scotland. Ross is on a mission to share his love of Scotland's mountains and wild places with other runners looking for their next adventure! #AskJake: Each week we’ll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today’s question comes from Alice, who has recently signed up for a half marathon as part of her training for the Berlin marathon later in the year...
121: Lie detectors, healing runs, & dapper balls
April 20, 2022 00:32 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBToday’s episode is sponsored by Manscaped - the best in men’s below-the-waist grooming. Their products are precision-engineered tools for your family jewels! Join over 4 million men worldwide who trust Manscaped by taking advantage of an exclusive offer, only for our Plodcast listeners. For 20% off and free worldwide shipping use the code RUNNING at manscaped.com. In other non-ball related news, we speak with Rachel Cullen - author of Running For Our Lives. #AskJake: Each week, we'll ...
120: Disposable clothes, gloomy voice notes & sweeper vans
April 13, 2022 00:00 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MBOn today’s episode we speak with Running Coach, Business Coach, Podcaster AND Mum Julie Creffield #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today's it's all about when to pick up training after running a marathon. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
119: Post Manchester Marathon - Big medals, small T-shirts & toilet talk!
April 06, 2022 00:02 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MBThis one's all about the weekend just gone - Where Jake & Pete were at the Manchester Marathon. The fellas have got the "post-marathon blues", which has taken Pete (the non-running guy) by complete surprise! Jake talks about his performance, which leads to an interesting chat around smart fuelling for big races, and why he didn't stick to his plan (It involves the fear of a mid-race toilet break). See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
118: Paris goals, cheat reading & falling whales!
March 30, 2022 00:17 - 57 minutes - 79.6 MBWe welcome back friend of the show Holly Archer - We love Holly because of her honesty, and the fact she's so open about her training, performance and her approaches. During the chat, she imparts some great advice for anybody with running goals, and tells a white-lie about the speed she reads! #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today, Jake (a different one) has a question about muscle soreness after strength training. See the full show notes & ...
117: The Tapering Special
March 23, 2022 00:02 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBOn today’s show, with so many runners on the verge of spring races, we talk all things tapering! Here are some of the takeaways from the episode... 👉🏽 Tapering is a systematic and progressive reduction in training load. In simple terms, it means back off on your training so you’re not knackered when you get to the starting line! 👉🏽 The longer the race, the longer the taper period should be. As a guide… 5/10K = 7 - 10 days Half marathon = 10 - 14days Marathon = 3 weeks 👉🏽 It is im...
116: Shaky sticks, speedy Scots & fat cigars
March 16, 2022 00:00 - 53 minutes - 74 MBOn today’s show, we speak with Jo Murphy - Ultra runner and Team Hour 7 athlete. Performances in 100km and 24hr events put Jo in the top 4 ALL-TIME Scottish women. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today's all about marathon races starting at mile 20! See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
The Quick Hit (A chat around CONFIDENCE IN RUNNING with Jo Wilkinson)
March 13, 2022 01:00 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBHere's a Running with Jake QUICK Hit. Full PLODcast episodes are out every Wednesday, but in the meantime, this is a little something to keep you going! This episode features fellow running coach and ex-GB athlete, Jo Wilkinson. Jake & Jo host a weekly live session on Instagram together, and this Quick Hit is audio taken from one of their sessions. To watch live on Fridays, follow Jake and Jo here: Jake's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/runningwithjake/ Jo's Insta: https://www.instagr...
115: Sunny sessions, ambitious athletes & tapering talk
March 09, 2022 01:00 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBOn today’s show, we finally get to catch up with the awesome Samantha Harrison, who is now a professional athlete for Adidas. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today's it's from one of our supporters on Patreon, and it's about training around a busy lifestyle. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwithjake.com/plodcast
The Quick Hit (A chat around CRAZY RUNNING CHALLENGES with Jo Wilkinson)
March 06, 2022 01:50 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBHere's a Running with Jake QUICK Hit. Full PLODcast episodes are out every Wednesday, but in the meantime, this is a little something to keep you going! This episode features fellow running coach and ex-GB athlete, Jo Wilkinson. Jake & Jo host a weekly live session on Instagram together, and this Quick Hit is audio taken from one of their sessions. To watch live on Fridays, follow Jake and Jo here: Jake's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/runningwithjake/ Jo's Insta: https://www.instagr...
114: Dragons’ backs, adventurous authors & viral plums
March 02, 2022 01:00 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBOn today’s show, we speak with Matt Whyman - ultra runner, and author of Failure Is An Option. The book is about Matt’s journey in running from his early interest when he was young to an obsession in his fifties, beginning with the morning park run and then pushing towards 100-mile ultramarathons and beyond, knowing that his fastest years are behind him. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today's it's all about marathon learnings! See the ...
The Quick Hit (HOW IMPORTANT IS RUNNING TO YOU? with Jo Wilkinson)
February 27, 2022 01:49 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBHere's a Running with Jake QUICK Hit. Full PLODcast episodes are out every Wednesday, but in the meantime, this is a little something to keep you going! This episode features fellow running coach and ex-GB athlete, Jo Wilkinson. Jake & Jo host a weekly live session on Instagram together, and this Quick Hit is audio taken from one of their sessions. To watch live on Fridays, follow Jake and Jo here: Jake's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/runningwithjake/ Jo's Insta: https://www.instagr...
113: Colourful comments, fellow hosts & sneaky drafts - With Holly Stables
February 23, 2022 01:01 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MBOn today’s show, we speak with ex GB athlete turned mountain/ultra/trail runner - Holly Stables Holly was also a co-host on the recently ended Marathon Talk. Now she has turned her attention to creating online programmes for speed, strength, and endurance, as well as being the manager for Asics Front Runner. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today's it's all about heart rate based training. See the full show notes & resources here: http://ru...
The Quick Hit (A chat around ROUTE PLANNING with Jo Wilkinson)
February 20, 2022 01:48 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBHere's a Running with Jake QUICK Hit. Full PLODcast episodes are out every Wednesday, but in the meantime, this is a little something to keep you going! This episode features fellow running coach and ex-GB athlete, Jo Wilkinson. Jake & Jo host a weekly live session on Instagram together, and this Quick Hit is audio taken from one of their sessions. To watch live on Fridays, follow Jake and Jo here: Jake's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/runningwithjake/ Jo's Insta: https://www.instagr...
112: Mic checks, fired-up guests & stolen laptops
February 16, 2022 01:00 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBOn today’s show, Jake has inadvertently found himself a new friend - ultra runner Damian Carr. Not only is Damian a super talented ultra runner (clocking the UK third best time for 24hr track running) he is also ultra motivated. As well as working towards his own goal of qualifying to represent GB in 24hr running, he takes great pleasure in firing up others with his very own ‘motivational voice messages’….. including Jake! #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake...
The Quick Hit (A chat around MIDWAY MARATHON TRAINING with Jo Wilkinson)
February 13, 2022 01:47 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBHere's a Running with Jake QUICK Hit. Full PLODcast episodes are out every Wednesday, but in the meantime, this is a little something to keep you going! This episode features fellow running coach and ex-GB athlete, Jo Wilkinson. Jake & Jo host a weekly live session on Instagram together, and this Quick Hit is audio taken from one of their sessions. To watch live on Fridays, follow Jake and Jo here: Jake's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/runningwithjake/ Jo's Insta: https://www.instagr...
111: Rocky runs, Simon says & chasing chickens
February 09, 2022 01:00 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBOn today’s show, Pete is getting his head around the whole Manchester marathon relay thing, and is feeling a little bit nervous. Jake gets Simon - one of the runners he coaches who is also running the Manchester marathon - on the phone in an attempt to help Pete feel a little more relaxed. #AskJake: Each week, we'll take one of your questions and Jake will answer it. Today it's all about marathon training and upping the pace. See the full show notes & resources here: http://runningwith...
The Quick Hit (A chat around GOALS with Jo Wilkinson)
February 05, 2022 01:45 - 28 minutes - 39 MBHere's a Running with Jake QUICK Hit. Full PLODcast episodes are out every Wednesday, but in the meantime, this is a little something to keep you going! This episode features fellow running coach and ex-GB athlete, Jo Wilkinson. Jake & Jo host a weekly live session on Instagram together, and this Quick Hit is audio taken from one of their sessions. To watch live on Fridays, follow Jake and Jo here: Jake's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/runningwithjake/ Jo's Insta: https://www.instagr...