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RunUltra
by RunUltra
Thanks for tuning in! We talk to anyone and everyone involved in the world of ultra running. If you enjoy the show, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show.For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, hop over to the Run-Ultra.com website. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners.If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, we'd love to hear from you; join the RunUltra community on WhatsApp ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/srzu9zcz runultra.substack.com
Episodes
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Jake Catterall
Kate flies alone this week and chats to Jake Catterall about his incredible “Super Loop” in Chamonix last August. He ran every UTMB race, one after another, and yes that includes PTL. He’s getting married tomorrow and we send him our congratulations and best wishes for a fabulous day. Thanks for...
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Sam Heward and Bryony Shircore
We chat to the co-founder of Ultra X, Sam Heward who earlier this year bought the Dragon’s Back Race from Ourea when it folded. We are also joined by Bryony Shircore, who ran the inaugural Dragon’s Fire two day race, which follows the first two days of the full route. Thanks for tuning in! If you...
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Antonio Codina
Robin and Kate have a wonderful conversation with Ant who recently completed the UTMB’s PTL, Petite Trot de Leon. They discuss this incredible race, and the fact there’s relatively little exposure about it in comparison to the rest of the events held during the same week. Antonio describes the…
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Tom Joly
We’re back! After various holidays, Robin and Kate start the autumn season with Tom Joly, fresh off his finish at UTMB last weekend. They chat about Tom’s race, his training and lead up to the race. We talk about the other stories around UTMB and look forward to Tom’s plans for 2027. Thanks for...
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Sophie Woods and Zoe Salt
A fascinating, funny and genuinely heartfelt conversation with Sophie Woods and photographer Zoe Salt about their extraordinary adventure taking on the full Via Alpina. Sophie became the fastest person ever to complete the 2,018km route from Trieste to Monaco, covering more than 117,000m of...
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Laura Watts
Laura has just completed her 5th Badwater 135 and was 5th lady in an incredible 29:09:02, coming in under 30 hours. Bar a slightly slower race in 2023, she has got faster and improved her results every year; we chat about her meticulous preparation and training for this incredibly demanding race....
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Kirsty Reade and Angie Funtanilla
Kirsty Reade ran Hardrock 100 two weeks ago, and although she was just over the 48 cut-off to finish, she became the first British woman to finish the loop. Angie Funtanilla volunteered for iRunFar, and was positioned around the course in order to feedback results and photos during the race. She...
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David Bone
David joins Robin and Kate for a fun chat about all things running. We focus on Badwater; the race is coming up in a couple of weeks time and a new film “The Long Way Round”, by Max McGee, premiers on YouTube this Friday, which follows David’s own journey to the race in 2025. We learn about how...
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Chris Mills and Debs White - Cape to Glen
After the announcement of Spine taking over Cape Wrath from Ourea Events, I invited Chris and Debs on to talk about their own unique event on the Cape Wrath trail. We discuss how it came into being and Debs own long experience of the original race on both sides of the fence. What emerged sounds...
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Sue Lord
When Kate saw Centurion Running’s reel following and celebrating the last finisher of the SDW100 around the track, she knew she wanted to invite her on the Podcast. This wasn’t Sue’s first 100 and we talk about why she was last, how she battled an injury at 40 miles and an ongoing niggle which...
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Stephanie Case
Robin and Kate had a great chat with Stephanie Case. This extraordinary woman is so positive, she infects all around her with her obvious love and passion for running ridiculous distances over enormous terrain. However, at the end of the year she has her sights set on something quite different -...
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Sage Canaday
This week, Sage joins us for a good chinwag about all things running. He recently confirmed he won a place in the Cocodona 250 lottery for 2027 and told us that he plans to have an attempt at the Masters 100 mile record at Tunnel Hill in November. We did also touch on doping, but quickly moved on...
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Camille Herron
This week on RunUltra, Robin sits down with Camille Herron for a wide ranging conversation covering her marathon personal best in a pair of INOV8 shoes, Wikipedia 👀, clean sport and her and Sage Canaday’s battle for justice. They also discuss life as an unsponsored athlete and the inspiring...
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Luke Jackson and Harry Firth
We chat to Luke and Harry; two Lake District lads who do some epic runs. Harry recently broke the record for the Steve Parr Round so we talk about that; about training and running around the Lakes. Harry will be representing RunUltra at the Lake District Running Festival this weekend and is…
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Beth Pascall
This week we chat to Beth Pascall, who makes a return to the ultra running podium after several years away dealing with injury. It was a pleasure to see her coming 2nd at UTS 50k last week and 6th at the Run Through Lakes in April and we chat about what changes have occurred over the past few…
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Katie Young
Robin and I chat to Katie Young, who won first place individually and helped gain Gold for the women's team at the Anglo Celtic Plate. Katie has stormed onto the ultra running scene relatively recently and we discuss her past, her training and what’s next. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed…
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Ben Rothery
Ben recently won the Trail Running Association British Middle Distance Championships at the Run Through Lakes 51k race, which earned him a place at the European Off Road Championships in Slovenia. We discuss training, the selection process and the confusing number of different terms and governing...
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James Gibson
Flying solo, Kate chats to James who recently broke the record for a double Paddy Buckley, following on from his incredible Winter Double Bob Graham in December. They chat mountain skills, his approach to training, nutrition and kit for running in the Mountains. Next up will be the third Double;...
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Chris Wright
Chris started running ultras at 50 years old, 14 years ago. He’s run UTMB and since 2023 he’s done the full Spine, Challenger North and Challenger South. We talk about his background in mountaineering and his approach to running and training as he prepares to run a Bob Graham Round. As an older...
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Nic Crossley and Ben Finch
Robin and I chat to Ben Finch and Nic Crossley of Wee Run Events, who have recently announced their new female-only ultra, the first of its kind in Scotland. They discuss their reasons for doing so, and in doing so we delve into the world of feminism and statistics. Thanks for tuning in! If you...
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Joe Turner
Robin and Kate chat to Joe, who ran the Anglo Celtic Plate which incorporated the 100K British National Champs, the 100K Irish National Champs, the 100K Scottish National Champs(+ The Don Ritchie Cup),the Northern Ireland & Ulster 100K Champs. Joe ran for England, but sadly had to pull out. We...
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Sara Storey and Nigel Vardy
Sara Storey was the only woman to complete the World Record attempt at the Worlds Highest Marathon, recently held in Chile, and one of only 5 people out of the 10 who attempted it. Nigel Vardy, aka Mr Frostbite, was one of the support crew. Kate chats to them about what running at nearly 7,000...
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Charlie Sproson
Kate chats to Charlie Sproson, the director behind Lake District Sky Trails and Mountain Run. They chat about Skyrunning and how it started and has developed over the years, and Charlie’s own races and his thoughts on how trail and mountain running has grown. They also touch on the news of Ourea...
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Imo Boddy
Robin and Kate chat to Imo Boddy, a record breaking runner from Cumbria and currently based in London. They discuss the pressures of being a full time runner, social media and the up-coming The Speed Project, which Imo is taking on as a solo runner. Robin and Kate also have a quick chat about the...
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Kirstie Law and Luke Latimer
Kate chats to Kirstie and Luke about their race in the Arctic last month. They talk about the cold and how dangerous it can be, what it’s like to ski and hike pulling a pulk and how they joined up to finish the race together. Competing in such an extreme environment, they discussed their mindsets...
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Damian Hall
Robin and Kate have a chat with Damian Hall after the Barkley Marathons 2026; a year that caught everyone by surprise when it was held a month earlier than usual. We talk to Damian about how he’s progressed and learned over the years he’s attended the event and whether he thinks in it’s current...
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Debbie Martin-Consani and Siobhan Brennan
In this episode, I’m joined by Debbie Martin-Consani and Siobhan Brennan and together we delve into a subject that goes far beyond ultra racing; the menopause. We talk openly about the causes, the symptoms, the impact on training and recovery and we tackle the practical realities: HRT…
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Megan Boxall
On the latest episode of the RunUltra Podcast, Robin flies solo and catches up with Megan Boxall, who, as of today’s podcast date of 13th February, is on Day 119 of an extraordinary challenge: 200 marathons in 200 consecutive days. Having started on 21 October 2025 at Sizewell Beach in Suffolk,...
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Darren Evans
In our latest podcast, Clair Heaviside joins me to chat with Darren Evans, co-founder of The Green Runners, founder of Pair-Ups, Race Director and much more. Darren’s infectious energy shines through as he shares how and why he came to care so deeply, not just about protecting the environment…
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Sophie Power
Kate is joined by Faye Johnson, who is filling in for Robin while he files everyone’s tax returns during January. They chat to Sophie Power whose book, The Power Within, released yesterday on 29th January, tells the story of how a single photo pivoted her life from elite ultra runner to a force…
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Richard Weremiuk
Kate is joined by guest host Faye Johnson for tonight’s podcast with Richard Weremiuk. Richard is the Race Director of Beyond Marathon, an event company offering unique races and challenges in the UK. We talk to him about how he started and the unusual format many of his races take; most recently...
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Eric Keeler
Robin and I chat to Eric from Rasselbock Running. We discover where the name Rasselbock comes from and learn about his event format, which is focused on his runners and the community he has built up. Most of Rasselbock events are timed, which makes them inclusive to everyone, whether they want to...
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Phil Hayday-Brown
Phil Hayday-Brown Before Christmas we caught up with Phil Hayday-Brown, who kindly took time out of his busy schedule to talk to us about all things Spine related. We chat about Phil’s background in arctic expeditions and how The Spine started back in 2012. How it’s developed over the years and…
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Trail and Ultra Running Awards
As the 2025 trail, fell and ultra-running season comes to a close, our thoughts turn to the epic events of the year. From Lucy Gossage and Kim Collison’s wins at the Spine race back in January, Sarah Perry’s continued dominance at the Backyard events, to Arthur Hill setting a new record on the...
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Sarah Rowell
We chat to Sarah Rowell, who was recently elected President of the World Mountain Running Association (I incorrectly said Mountain and Trail Running Association at the start, so apologies for my error). Sarah talks about her early marathon running career, breaking records and participating in the...
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Jared Beasley
We have a fascinating conversation with Jared Beasley, author of The Endurance Artist, the book about Gary Cantrell, aka Lazarus Lake. Jared has followed Laz for several years now and supported him on his Trans-America crossing a couple of years ago. He has gained a unique insight into the brain...
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Matt Field
Matt Field is an incredibly accomplished runner, although he’d never shout about it. Within a few short years of running, Matt has come first at two 24 hour races, second at Manchester to Liverpool, first at Chester Ultra 50 and second at the highly competitive Thames Path 100. Not only that but…
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Colin Murphy
Robin and Kate have a great chat with Colin, talking about the 13 Valleys Ultras which took place at the end of September. Colin is clearly passionate about this race and it shows as he talks about gathering feedback, improving where possible and plans for future years. He reveals an exciting...
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Sophie Grant
So much to cover in this episode! Recorded on 20th October, Kate and Robin start by talking about Robin’s difficulties adjusting to life post-race after his successful 24-hour run in London. They discuss the importance of openness and talking about mental wellbeing and he’s now happily chasing a...
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Tony Stopforth
Kate chats to Tony, who founded the community running group Peaky Runners. He chats about his running journey, why he started this community, how he coped with the loss of family and the importance of talking as well as running for mental health. This is a public episode. If you would like to...
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Sarah Webster
Sarah broke the female World Record last weekend at the IAU World 24hr Track Championships, running an incredible 278km/173 miles. This was only her 2nd 24hr race and we discussed her running history and last couple of years competing which brought her to Albi, France this month. She also…
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Lindley Chambers
Lindley talks about his many and varied roles as a Race Director, Medic and Spine kit checker and route planner. His races include the Suffolk and Thetford Backyard Ultras, Thames Ring 250 (now offering alternative distances), T184 and Peddars Way. Of course we couldn’t resist talking about kit...
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Keith Wigley
We talk to Keith Wigley following the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in Canfranc. Although he didn't have the race he wanted, Keith shared his experience with us and ultimately helped another competitor in their race. Keith is one of a growing number of British ultra runners…
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Keith Wigley
We talk to Keith Wigley following the World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in Canfranc. Although he didn’t have the race he wanted, Keith shared his experience with us and ultimately helped another competitor in their race. Keith is one of a growing number of British ultra runners…
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Damian Hall
We chat to Damo about his recent Three Solo challenge, where he tried to do the Big Three Rounds alone and unsupported on public transport. Sadly his attempt had to stop due to bad weather on the last Round in Wales. We also chatted about his win at Lakeland 100 and other running nonsense. 🎙️...
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Jen and Sim Benson
Jen and Sim talk about their new book, Ultra, and their fascinating back story in the running world. Their new book covers ultra races across the world, from the big well-known ones to the smaller, lesser-known but just as good races. Watch our for our review, coming soon. 🎙️ Thanks for tuning…
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Josh Wade
We talk to Josh Wade about his incredible 3rd place at UTMB last month and discuss his progress through the years and the hard work he's put in to achieve his results. Josh talks about his training and nutrition and his ambitions for the future. This is a public episode. If you would like to...
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Josh Wade
We talk to Josh Wade about his incredible 3rd place at UTMB last month and discuss his progress through the years and the hard work he's put in to achieve his results. Josh talks about his training and nutrition and his ambitions for the future. 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this...
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RunUltra talks to Holly Wootten
Robin sits down with Holly Wootten, the new course record holder at the Dragon’s Back Race, Britain’s toughest multi-day mountain challenge.Holly talks us through the realities of the event, from the constantly changing Welsh terrain to the simple but testing challenges of camp life, like trying…
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Holly Wootten
Robin sits down with Holly Wootten, the new course record holder at the Dragon’s Back Race, Britain’s toughest multi-day mountain challenge. Holly talks us through the realities of the event, from the constantly changing Welsh terrain to the simple but testing challenges of camp life, like trying...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Thanks for tuning in! We talk to anyone and everyone involved in the world of ultra running. If you enjoy the show, please follow the podcast and leave a quick rating or review; it really helps other runners find the show.For more stories, in-depth gear reviews, and training plans from the world of ultra and trail running, hop over to the Run-Ultra.com website. Sign up for free and join one of the largest ultra-running communities PLUS you’ll get discounts on loads of products and services from our lovely partners.If you have any questions, feedback, or a story to share, we'd love to hear from you; join the RunUltra community on WhatsApp ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/srzu9zcz
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