Run Till You're done

This week on Run Till You’re Done Podcast, we’re joined by the incredible Catriona Bruce — not only a passionate runner, but also the founder of Blast Running Events and one of the most supportive people in the running community.Catriona talks us through the journey of Blast events, from 1 mile races all the way up to 90km ultras, and everything in between. She also opens up about her recent bowel cancer diagnosis and treatment, sharing her experience with honesty, strength, and positivity.An inspiring and powerful conversation you won’t want to miss.Catch the show on Youtube (video)  @runtillyouredone  Spotify (Video and/or sound)Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

This week's guest we host Sophie Littlefair. From an epic FKT to multi day events, we discuss all of those as well as winning the 2026 winter spine south sprint on a comeback from injury!Catch the show on Youtube (video) https://www.youtube.com/@runtillyouredoneSpotify (Video and/or sound) Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providers

This week's guest is Caiden Thom. Hailing from Aberdeenshire, an up and coming champion. We are not convinced he know the potential he has, but has Runs Till You're Done's full backing. Lace up and enjoy!Project Remember Why You Startedhttps://gofund.me/58b1bd548Instagram: @caiden_th.mhttps://highlandnutrition.co.uk/pages/our-athletes use code: athletecaiden Catch the show on Youtube (video) https://youtu.be/d79Ku2qQUukSpotify (Video and/or sound) https://open.spotify.com/episode/0DD7rRBCtxkS4A9OouYWxs?si=vpJnIwBYQpSAZNuZV1qW7gApple (sound only) plus any other podcast providers.

Mike has been racing in Rasselbock Sherwood pines Backyard ultra but things didn't go to plan.... just the two of us catching up with what happened.

Scottish ultra‑runner Jenni Rees‑Jenkins brings grit, heart, and an infectious love for the long run. Known across the Scottish ultra community for her podium finishes and uplifting spirit, Jenni shares how running became her anchor—supporting her mental health and shaping lifelong connections. Her story includes running over 5,000 km in 2016 to raise funds for MND Scotland, all while balancing teaching, family life, and her work with mental‑health charities.With big challenges like the Bob Graham Round and Lakeland 100 on her horizon, Jenni reminds us that the journey—not the PB—is what truly matters

In this episode, we dive into the journey of Rob “Boab” Turner — an elite Scottish ultra runner known for balancing high level performance with family life, coaching, and developing the next generation of runners. His story covers early racing success, setbacks, reinvention, and ultimately becoming part of Scotland’s top ultra running talent pool.

Returning guest Iain Bethune joins us fresh from tackling the 2026 Barkley Marathons, one of the most notorious races on the planet. Iain recently published his full race report following the event, sharing insights into the brutal conditions, navigation challenges, and the mental game required to survive even a single loop of Barkley. [milestogether.co.uk]This year’s Barkley proved especially savage — 2026 ended with zero finishers, making it the 26th year in race history where the course defeated every runner. Fog, freezing creek crossings, storms, and a newly adjusted course layout added to the mayhem. Iain walks us through his experience and reflects on what makes Barkley such a uniquely captivating challenge.

Todays guest is thoughtful, articulate, funny, and he has that mix of big mileage experience and real life perspective! Well that’s what AI says but we will find out. We know that he is well into AI when he’s studying this in depth. One of the original characters in the Pyllon community becoming a coach not long after joining. He’s ran for Great Britain several times for the 24 hour european and world championships,, he’s won the West Highland Way race, rocky racoon 100 and holds FKT’s on the Fife coastal path and John Muir Way. He occasionally dabbles in running related podcast presenting himself along with Paul Giblin for the Pyllon Ultra podcast. We are privileged to have this guest on & has been on our list of guests to for a long time. Welcome to the show - James Stewart!

This week’s guest has spent a lifetime in the hills and onthe long trails — from Seven UTMB starts to eleven West Highland Way races (10of which have been sub 24 hours!), fifteen Ben Nevis Races, and even completingall the Munros. He’s navigated huge physical challenges along the way,including multiple cardiac procedures and a pacemaker, yet he keeps showing upwith the same quiet determination. We welcome to the show Bob Allison.

Tonight’s show is a little different than normal as our guest is not here to talk about themself but more the work they are doing for charity. Her chosen charity this time round is Prostate Cancer UK and we are about to talk the entertaining twist on money raising she is doing along with some strava art. We welcome to the podcast Lizzie Gatherer

This week’s guest is an incredible one and what a treat we are all in for! She’s a runner (hence coming to chat with us!), an author of a brilliant book which is honest, open & I was hooked. She’s host of the podcast ‘resilience rising’, a mountain leader, a yoga teacher and a keynote speaker. Where is she getting the time to speak to us?! We are very privileged to introduce - Jen Scotney!

We had the pleasure of being joined by Marcus Scotney, one of the UK’s leading endurance runners with a multi-decade career that’s taken him from domestic ultras to the very top of the sport.Marcus chats openly about his journey through running, including a surprising appearance in Peaky Blinders (yes, really), and speaks with real honesty about his experiences with addiction and how that shaped both his life and his relationship with running.We dig into his coaching philosophy, what actually matters when developing long-term athletes, and rest is the key. It’s thoughtful, grounded, and honest.And finally, we uncover an unexpected truth that may divide the endurance community forever:Marcus Scotney is not fussed on ice cream. 🍦❌Raw, reflective, and quietly hilarious — this is one you don’t want to miss.

Fresh from the Winter Spine Race, this episode is as raw as it gets.Ross Beveridge joins us straight off the trail—body battered, mind still somewhere between checkpoints. No polished reflections. No Instagram gloss. Just an honest, unfiltered look at what it really takes to finish one of the toughest races on the planet.We talk frozen lows, mental dark spots, problem-solving when everything hurts, and what happens in those long hours when quitting feels logical. Ross breaks down how he kept moving forward when the race stopped being about running and became about survival.If you want the Spine while it’s still fresh, Raw and unfiltered—before the stories soften—this is it.

Today on Run Till You’re Done, we’re joined by an ultra‑runner known not just for chasing his own limits, but for helping others push past theirs. He is well known for assisting on many an FKT, a coach and has massive passion for the hills! Today on the show we welcome Howard Dracup!

In this episode of Run Till You’re Done, we sit down with Ian Morgan — an ultra-runner who didn’t lace up his first pair of running shoes until his 40s. Since then, Ian has tackled some of the toughest races on the planet, from the legendary UTMB series to the rugged terrains of Chile and Spain, where he now splits his time.Ian has built a global following by being brutally honest about the highs, lows, and sheer madness of ultra-running. He’s not just an athlete — he’s a coach, storyteller, and adventurer who proves that it’s never too late to rewrite your limits.We talk about:How Ian went from zero running experience to conquering ultra-marathonsThe mental and physical battles behind extreme endurance eventsWhy vulnerability and authenticity matter in the running communityPractical advice for anyone looking to start (or level up) their running journeyIf you’ve ever thought, “I’m too old” or “It’s too late”, this conversation will change your mind.

Feeling like you don’t belong? Think you’re not “good enough” to call yourself a runner? In Part 3 of our conversation with Alice Beveridge — applied positive psychologist, mindset coach, and all-around powerhouse — we tackle one of the most common mental hurdles: Imposter Syndrome. Whether you’re training for your first 5K or your tenth marathon, those nagging doubts can creep in and sabotage your confidence. Alice breaks down why this happens, how it impacts performance, and most importantly, what you can do to overcome it. With science-backed strategies and practical tools, she’ll help you flip the script and own your identity as an athlete — no matter your pace or experience. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not a real runner,” this episode is for you. Lace up, tune in, and let’s crush those impostor thoughts together.#mindset #impostersyndrome #runningpsychology #confidence #mentalstrength #runnerslife #motivation

Many will know today’s guest as being the social media face of The West Highland Way race. Although over the years she has ran and volunteered at most of the ultra-races in Scotland. Once an all-weather hurricane runner she admits she is by choice a bit of a fair-weather runner now. Welcome to the Podcast Sandra Beatie!!!

Today we are joined by Ned Phillips a competitor at the recent Bigs backyard ultra, For those that dont know Bigs is the world championship for backyard running. He qualified by winning The Singapore Team championship in 2024. He soon became a fan favourite with us not only for being a really nice guy but more so when I heard on the live stream that he grew up in Scotland. Now living in Singapore he tells us all about how he ended up there and ultimately his adventure at bigs.

Today on Run Till You’re Done, we’re joined by a manwho has taken the ultra-running world by storm, one muddy mile at a time.Damian Hall is a record-breaking endurance athlete, journalist, coach, and theeco-warrior of the trail scene. From setting fastest known times acrossBritain’s most brutal routes, to going toe-to-toe with the world’s best atraces like UTMB, Damian has built a career out of grit, humour, and a veryBritish refusal to quit while drinking tea.He’s sharp, he’s sustainable, he’s stubborn in all the rightways — and today, he’s here to talk miles, mistakes, mischief, and everythingin between.

Today’s guest Lauren Jobson is a powerhouse sprinter from Blyth Harriers, a multiple-time Masters champion over 200 m and 400 m, and someone who’s still setting personal bests well into her V35 career.Tearing down the track, Lauren brings energy, determination, and a love of running that’s contagious.We’ll dive into how she keeps pushing her limits, balancing training with life, and what keeps her motivated to keep racing — fast.From a side of running that feel like a mile away from what we are used to, we welcome Lauren Jobson to Run Till You’re Done.

Today on Run Till You’re Done, we’re joined by a man who’s pretty much seen it all — and probably organised half of it too. Conveniently times just before the ballot opens for 2026 race entries.Adrian Stott is a lifelong runner, coach, event organiser, and all-round legend of the UK ultra scene. He’s been part of the sport since before GPS watches, gels, and social media miles were a thing — back when running was mostly about mud, miles.These days, Adrian’s still at the heart of it all — helping races happen, supporting athletes, and reminding everyone that running’s meant to be fun. He’s got more stories than Strava segments and a sense of humour to match.Adrian Stott — welcome to Run Till You’re Done.

Today we are joined by Emma Coffey, a runner originally fromthe beautiful Orkney Islands. Emma brings that island grit and good humour toevery run she does — whether it’s on the trails, (but mostly road) the roads,or wherever her next adventure takes her.We’re talking about what got her into running, her daily adventuresthough parenthood, and what keeps her lacing up when things get tough. So grab a gel and head out for a run — and enjoy this chatwith Emma Coffey.

Continuing from the previous episode, (recommend going back and grabbing that one first), Today’s guest is Alice Beveridge, an applied positive psychologist and mindset coach with a passion for unlocking human potential. Through Heads Pace Coaching, Alice helps runners build strength, confidence, and the mental resilience to thrive — not just on race day, but every step of the journey. Alice brings years of experience supporting leaders, educators, and athletes, combining science-backed strategies with playful, practical tools. She’s a former competitive gymnast and trampolinist, now a gymnastics and strength & conditioning coach — and yes, she’s even tackled a marathon herself. With her unique blend of high-energy coaching and deep psychological insight, Alice shows us how the right mindset can be the most powerful piece of kit a runner owns. We reached out to you the listeners for questions and Alice has delivered. We have so much content you will enjoy the multiple parts to this one. So lace up and tune in — this is Run Till You’re Done. #mindset #runningpsychology #psycology #runningmindset #winning #motovational #motovation #notarunner #headspace

Today’s guest is Alice Beveridge, an applied positive psychologist and mindset coach with a passion for unlocking human potential. Through Heads Pace Coaching, Alice helps runners build strength, confidence, and the mental resilience to thrive — not just on race day, but every step of the journey. Alice brings years of experience supporting leaders, educators, and athletes, combining science-backed strategies with playful, practical tools. She’s a former competitive gymnast and trampolinist, now a gymnastics and strength & conditioning coach — and yes, she’s even tackled a marathon herself. With her unique blend of high-energy coaching and deep psychological insight, Alice shows us how the right mindset can be the most powerful piece of kit a runner owns. We reached out to you the listeners for questions and Alice has delivered. We have so much content you will enjoy the multiple parts to this one. So lace up and tune in — this is Run Till You’re Done. #mindset #runningpsychology #psycology #runningmindset #winning #motovational #motovation #notarunner #headspace

Today, we’re joined by one of Scotland’s finest ultra-runners — Rowan Boswood. A member of Carnethy Hill Running Club, Rowan has racked up some seriously impressive results on the trails. He’s a multiple-time winner of The West Highland Way Race. We chat with Rowan about what drives him to keep pushing, how he juggles work and lower than you might expect training miles, and what’s next on the horizon.So lace up, settle in, and let’s dive into Rowan’s story here on Run Till You’re Done.

On this episode we chat to Serena Broadway. As well as discussing her own running adventures we chat about her ambassadorship for Salomon!#runtillyouredone #ultrarunner #salomon #traverseseries #spine #utmb #ccc

This week it’s just your hosts, Mike and Nikki, behind the mics. Nikki’s gearing up for the iconic Highland Fling, sharing her thoughts and plans as race day approaches. Meanwhile, Mike dives into his experience at the Hardwick Hall Backyard Ultra, giving us an inside look at the highs, lows, and lessons learned when the whistle keeps blowing.

On this episode we chat to Paul Manson AKA The Random Runner! We discuss his epic adventures, the logistics of documenting them for YouTube and the more pressing questions for Paul fans out there, why did he shave off his magnificent beard?! #runtillyouredone #therandomrunner #gorewear #running #runningpodcast #epicadventurer #youtube #ultrarunner

Today we’re joined by Giacomo Squintani — a man who’s truly carved out his own path in the world of running. He’s the author of Finding My Way, a book that captures not just miles but meaning, charting his journey of discovery through running. Giacomo is also one of the dedicated Run Directors at Severn Bridge parkrun, where every Saturday he helps bring together a community of runners crossing between nations.And if that wasn’t enough, Giacomo has tested himself against some of the toughest challenges out there — with multiple attempts at legendary Cockbain Events, the kind of races that strip running back to its rawest form.

Meet Michelle Young — a seriously impressive ultra runner who’ll never tell you just how much she’s achieved. She’s finished the **Scotland 100**, run the **West Highland Way Race 3 times**, and even **won the Speyside Way Ultra**. She regularly podiums in her age category… but you’d never know it from her.Michelle is one of those rare runners who *lets her running do the talking*. No ego, no show — just consistency, grit, and a deep love for the mountains. Such a great chat — grounded, inspiring, and full of quiet strength. #RunTillYoureDone #MichelleYoung #UltraRunner #WHWR #SpeysideWayUltra #TrailRunning #ModestRunner #UltraInspiration

Today on Run Till You’re Done, we’re honoured to introduce Alice Townend — consultant breast surgeon, devoted runner, and fearless fundraiser. Alice is lacing up for not one, but multiple monumental challenges — all in support of CoppaFeel!, the UK’s only breast cancer awareness charity that empowers young people to check their chests early. With her patients, friends, and especially her late friend Alena—who bravely battled metastatic breast cancer—on her mind and spirit guiding each step, Alice is taking on the Great North Run on 7 September 2025 — dressed in a cheeky “boob suit”! True grit meets a powerful tribute. Alice’s journey isn’t just about miles — it’s about meaning, memory, and making a difference. She’s aiming to raise £500, and every donation helps keep her running—literally and figuratively. You can support her and learn more at her JustGiving page: justgiving.com/page/alice-townend-8 Lace up those shoes—and maybe lend Alice a virtual high-five (or a donation). Let’s run alongside her and together, help keep the message — “know your boobs” — alive and powerful.

Today, we’re turning up the volume with Leigh-Ann Thomson, trail runner and founder of Trail Goddess — the all-women trail running brand that’s throwing dirt in the face of boring and bringing big 80s glam rock energy to the great outdoors.Think neon, grit, and unstoppable vibes. Trail Goddess isn’t just a business — it’s a bold movement for women who run wild, stand tall, and aren’t afraid to shine bright in mud-splattered pink, blues and greens.So lace up, turn up the power ballads in your head, and get ready to rock the trails. This is Leigh-Ann Thomson — and this is how goddesses run.

Today, we’ve got a returning guest Ian Garnett back on the show, and this time, he's sporting some serious bling. That’s right—Ian just crossed the finish line at the legendary Western States 100, and he’s here to tell us all about earning that shiny new belt buckle.From the snowy high country to the blistering canyons and finally the iconic finish at Auburn—Ian takes us through every mile, meltdown, and moment of triumph.So lace up, hit play, and let’s go the distance with Ian Garnett and his epic Western States story.

Known on Instagram as 100kg_to_100km Stevie tells his story of how he came to running the West Highland Way Race and his incredible weight loss journey along the way.

No guest this week, just Nikki and Mike chatting about whats happing in their world.

Just after a win at West highland way and Witiker backyard Ultra Rebecca joins us again for a catch up with whats been happening in the last year.Rebecca was kind enough to share her 30% off code for Craft REBECCA30%CRAFTand a link to she shoes https://share.google/2NAM0PHz9Lx6ChYZ3

Nic talks about her Cape Wrath adventure and introduces us to Frank.

John joins us to tell us about his love for Eurovision, parkruns, road marathons and ultras. A massive wide range which fits in well with www.runllama.co.uk. one of our most segway ‘ed episodes yet and somehow we still managed to cover all our questions.

Its not always ultra running as John Bell the previous Scottish Half Marathon Champion and joins us while he waits for is wife to go into labour.

Johnny from Glasgow running clinic (https://www.glasgowrunningclinic.co.uk/) and physioeffect (https://www.physioeffect.co.uk/) joins us for a chat.

Gavin Bussey talks us through his races and the massive adventures when he has he giving support to other runners which fits in with his outdoor counselling business 2ndmountain.co.uk

The backyard maestro from Ireland tells us some of his secrets to running for 89 hours and we discuss how the passing of his daughter has pushed him to where he is today.

We put out a big welcome to multiple times spine races finisher, multiple Barkley Marathons finisher John Kelly

A great chat with one of the most positive runners out there Andy Fior-Berry post Transgrancanaria.

Soon after winning Rasselbock Backyard ultra we are joined by Team Scotland and Team UK runner Iain Bethune

We talk Tats and Cats with Ian Garnett

Laura Jones of Inov8 talks openly about her congenital heart defect which is perfect timing for congenital heart defect awareness week.

Only a week after winning the Winter Spine race the winner Kim Collieson joins us for a chat. #spine #spinerace #kimcollieston #laspotiva #winterspine

3rd place in the Spine 2025, winner of Challanger North 2024. Nominee for Sportswoman of the Year award in Scotland 2024 so lots to talk about.

On this episode we had the pleasure of chatting to the recent record holder of the winter Bob Graham Gavin Dale! We chat about his recent record & his running past, present & future!