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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 19 MIN

The Cool Down | Inside the world of sprinting with Abi Galpin

from The Sports Podcast · host Bailiwick Podcasts

In this episode we delve into the world of sprinting with Guernsey star Abi Galpin. A heavily disrupted build up to last year’s Island Games had some hidden consequences through this winter, but she is now back at her best. We geek out over some of the intricacies of 200m running, talk about her PB at the UK Athletics Indoor Championships where a fall after the line meant she couldn’t compete in the semis, before she reveals her plan for a fresh challenge this summer over a new distance.We begin by talking about the challenges that come after an event as big as the Games.February 21, 2024

In this episode we delve into the world of sprinting with Guernsey star Abi Galpin. A heavily disrupted build up to last year’s Island Games had some hidden consequences through this winter, but she is now back at her best. We geek out over some of the intricacies of 200m running, talk about her PB at the UK Athletics Indoor Championships where a fall after the line meant she couldn’t compete in the semis, before she reveals her plan for a fresh challenge this summer over a new distance.We begin by talking about the challenges that come after an event as big as the Games.February 21, 2024

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