S2E1: Andy Grant - Couch to 100KM! Plus... WE ARE BACK FOR 2024!

Send us Fan MailWELCOME BACK!!SummaryIn this episode, Nick and Faye discuss their return to the podcast and upcoming races and training plans. They also provide a personal update and share their thoughts on ice baths. The hosts read reviews from listeners and offer a coaching tip on the importance of the long run. They emphasize the need to focus on training volume over the length of the longest run. Nick also talks to one of his runners, Andy Grant.Andy shares his running journey, from his weight loss transformation to his progress in various races. He discusses the challenges of running during lockdown and the impact of his foot specialist wife on his training. Andy provides tips for foot care in ultra marathons and reflects on his racing experiences, including the Brighton Marathon. He discusses the importance of learning from mistakes in ultra running and shares his upcoming race plans. Andy also discusses his nutrition and his experience working with Nick as a coach.TakeawaysWeight loss can have a significant impact on running performance and overall health.Foot care is crucial in ultra marathons to prevent blisters and other foot issues.Learning from mistakes and adjusting training strategies can lead to improvements in performance.The coach-athlete relationship is essential for effective training and achieving goals.Right, that's us done. If that was useful… share it. Stick it in your club WhatsApp, send it to that mate who's always getting injured three weeks before race day. You know the one ;)If you want to go deeper on any of this, Nick puts out videos every week on YouTube, and the entire team of coaches are sharing helpful tips on their instagram channels... links below. And if you're thinking you actually need a proper plan and someone in your corner… we've got Guided Coaching from 97 quid a month, right up to full one-to-one coaching with the coach of your choice. Either way, maximummileagecoaching.com is where you want to be.See you on the next one.To work with us - https://join.maximummileagecoaching.com/home-page-9835Nick's YT - youtube.com/channel/UCgdIPeN3bF7I7-tcspyFbVg/Faye's IG - https://www.instagram.com/fayejohnsoncoaching/Rachael's IG - https://www.instagram.com/rachforthelongrun/Hannah's IG - https://www.instagram.com/coach_hannah_witt/Matt's IG - https://www.instagram.com/ultracoachmatt/