PODCAST · sports
The Physiology of Endurance Running Podcast
by Dan Nash and Owain Zerilli
This podcast is all about getting sport science research out into the public domain. We cover what we do and don't know regarding all topics related to endurance running performance and, more importantly, how can we use this information to make ourselves healthier and faster runners! Your hosts are Dr Dan Osborn-Nash, 2:12 marathon runner and sport physiologist for Welsh Athletics and Welsh Triathlon, and Owain Zerilli, MSc student exploring the effects of heat on EPO release and 2:38 marathon runner
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Your guide to get fast this summer!
Dan & Owain are back with a discussion about how to inject some speed into your marathon legs over the summer!Lots of runners spend the summer trying to run a fast 5k off the back of a spring marathon - and Dan & Owain discuss an evidence-lead approach to this, with a few scenarios in mind!Hopefully this offers some good insight and ideas for your summer, if you're targeting shorter events!Check out our Soar Giveaway here!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Episode 101 - Q&A
Following a busy spring of marathon's - for Dan at least - and to celebrate crossing into triple digits, we've recorded a Q&A!Lots of topics covered in this one, and we'll do another soon!Check out our Soar Giveaway here!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Training Block Breakdowns
Following a big spring of racing, Dan, Jen & Owain are back to break down their training, and how they apply some of the podcast topics to their own running!Dan talks us through training and racing 3 marathons in 30 weeks. Jen discusses what stayed the same, and what changed between Valencia and Rotterdam. Owain breaks down the change from flat road racing to technical trails!Check out our Soar Giveaway here!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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So, you've just run a marathon...
Dan & Owain round off the marathon series, with a discussion about the stress and strain your body has just been put through over the course of 26.2 miles!There's a lot to recover from post-marathon, some of which is obvious, and some of which is a lot more nuanced and less understood. They then talk about their approaches to returning to run after a marathon, or other big races!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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From Taper to Marathon Start Line: Mastering the Last 48 Hours
Dan & Owain talk through the final 48 hours before a marathon. There's lots of ways to jeopardise your race, and undo the training you've done in the weeks before. A real mix of science and practical application in this episode as they talk through lived experiences and research based approaches to the days before a marathon!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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STOP CHASING SPLITS: How you should actually pace a marathon!
Dan & Owain talk through race planning. You've put in the hours and days of hard training, through the cold and wet weather... How do you convert that into a race performance that you're happy with?Pacing, watch setup, fuelling, and conditions are all considered before standing on the start line!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Why Do You Fatigue During a Marathon
Dan & Owain talk through the multifaceted impact of fatigue on a marathon, how it manifests and some overviews on strategies to delay it!A global view episode to set up some more marathon-specific topics as we race through spring marathon season!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The Athlete Series: Callum Hawkins
Dan & Owain are joined by a runner that doesn't need much of an introduction!Callum Hawkins; 2:08:14 marathon pre- supershoes. 60:00 half. 4th in the World Championships marathon twice (2017 & 2019). Callum talks us through his career so far; the early start in the marathon, his approach to major races, his racing style and the benefits and drawbacks it brings. He also talks about shoes, fuelling, and the Commonwealth Games marathon, as well as his setbacks with injury.We loved talking to Callum - a real hero of running for us both. Hopefully you enjoy too!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The art of coaching - with David Chalfen
Dan & Owain are joined this week by David Chalfen. David currently coaches at Highgate Harriers - one of the most successful clubs in the UK - as well as coaching individuals online and in-person. He's been involved in the sport since the 1980s; as an athlete, coach and working in sport administration. David talks to us about how the landscape of the sport and coaching has changed across his career - from writing a letter to a coach to the rise of online coaching. We also discuss the UK club scene, its benefits and drawbacks.Less primary research, more art of coaching in this one! We'd have loved to keep chatting to David about the sport over a few coffees or beers!David's book about his life in the sport is here too!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The Science of Trail & Ultra Running - with Dr Simon de Waal
Dan & Owain talk about the science of trail and ultra running with Dr Simon de Waal.Simon has recently published a number of papers around the reliability and validity of using lab testing with trail and ultra runners - and talks through why there's a need to devise different testing protocols for these athletes. Simon is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gloucestershire, and undertook his PhD at Stellenbosch University in South Africa. Simon chatted about his PhD journey; from discovering running to the genesis of the PhD idea, and the studies that he undertook. We really enjoyed this interview, hopefully you do too!Simon's research:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33508776/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39526871/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41697200/The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The Do's and Don'ts of Session Design
Dan & Owain are back to talk session design. We had a few questions throughout the intensity domain series about actually implementing the training in practice - so we thought we'd talk through how to plan a training week, and the considerations for training sessions in each intensity domain!Let us know what you think - this episode came about because of comments and questions so we're always keen to hear what you think!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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How to apply Training Zones to running
Dan & Owain are back for the another installment of the intensity domains series. They talk through how to take intensity domains, and apply training zones that support and quantify your training!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Seville Marathon Recap
Dan, Jen & Owain talk through Dan's Seville Marathon - and how exactly Dan went from a week off with an injury, to a 2:11:50 PB!His plans for the next few months are also discussed - some exciting news about this!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR are the producers of the worlds best running apparel, designed to fit the needs of runners that put time and effort into the sport. Check out their awesome kit: https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Meteopace, the game-changing weather app - with creator Phil Richardson
Meteopace has taken the running world by storm (pun intended) since being launched in 2025, and we're extremely excited to be joined by Phil (aka Meteopace Phil), the founder of the app.We dive down some serious rabbit holes about the inner workings of Meteopace - there's an incredible amount behind the scenes driving the app! The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Beyond VO2max - The extreme domain
Dan & Owain finish off the intensity domain series with the extreme domain. An intensity domain rarely touched by endurance runners, but still an important intensity to touch - at times!We'll finish off the series with a discussion about mapping training zones to intensity domains!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Physiological failure guaranteed... the severe intensity domain
Dan & Owain are back to talk intensity domains - on this episode they dive into the severe domain. Beyond the second threshold things become unstable, fast. Severe intensity exercise isn't possible for long, but some people spend more time in this domain than others!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Between Two Thresholds: Everything you need to know about Zone 3
Dan & Owain return with the next installment of the training zone series, talking all things Zone 3, or alternatively the Heavy Domain.What some people call "threshold" - this zone exists between two clear physiological anchor points, but still has a lot of confusion surrounding what happens in this zone, and how to undertake training here.The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Your guide to Zone 2!
Dan & Owain are back to talk all things training zones.The first of a multi-part series; they discuss the infamous "Zone 2". We go through the good, the bad and the ugly of this polarising training zone, and share what the science actually has to say about the effectiveness of Zone 2.More episodes in this series to come!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Bonus: Training Talk - Episode 1
Dan, Owain and... Jen are back with a big announcement!Launching today - we're on patreon, where we'll be posting bonus episodes, content, and be chatting in the comments. The training talk series with Jen will continue each week, plus extra Q&As, and some more "Road to..." series planned this year!Here's the link if you want to sign up!https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ Check out our Patreon, with exclusive bonus content here:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheEnduranceCollective You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Post-partum running, a scientific approach - with Dr Megan James
Dr Megan James joins Dan & Owain to discuss her work around pregnancy & post-partum running. Megan combined surveys and biomechanics to produce the first return-to-run framework aimed at patients!The return-to-run guideMegan talks through how the PhD came about and the lack of any research in the area, undertaking a survey, and the biomechanical measures - some of which are shown on your own running watch!Pelvic floor biomechanics researchThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here:https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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NYE Q&A!
One last episode for 2025. Jen is back to help answer some listener questions!Thank you to everyone who's tuned in this year, and the questions that have been sent in. We'll be doing a few more Q&A's next year!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Running myths... busted!
We've all had that relative or friend tell us about the damage we're doing to our bodies by running... but just how wrong are they? We speak to two experts about some common running myths!First, Rose & Jen from Podium Physiotherapy join us to talk about knees, and whether we're damaging them running.We're then joined by Dr Steph Connaire, a consultant cardiologist and runner, to talk about the heart, and if running is bad for our long-term heart health! Podium PhysiotherapySoar SolsticeThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - Training block analysis
Jen, Owain & Dan are back to break down their Valencia training blocks!They break down their training by hours, time in zones, sessions, and reflect on what went well, and what didn't!Congrats to our Soar giveaway winner too!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - Race recap
The gang is back from a largely successful trip to Valencia. Jen, Owain and Dan break down their races in Valencia and some early reflections on the training. The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 1 week to go
Maranoia in podcast-form. The squad is back for their last full week of training before the race. Jen's losing it, Owain's a bit too nonchalant, and Dan is in the best shape of his life.Let us know what you think we'll run! And best of luck if you're racing too!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Blackcurrants, the unknown super-supplement? - with Dr Sam Shepherd
Dan & Owain are joined by Dr Sam Shepherd, Head of Sport Science at Precision Fuel & Hydration, and a researcher who has investigated carbohydrate intake and supplements at Birmingham University and Liverpool John Moores University. Sam has undertaken work to investigate the impact of blackcurrant extract, using the CurraNZ blackcurrants that Dan, Owain & Jen have been using. He talks us through a recent paper about the supplement, as well as wider thoughts about supplements and carbohydrate intake! The New Zealand Blackcurrant paper we discussAnother interesting paper on blackcurrantsSoar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here:https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 2 weeks to go
The squad has made it to the taper! Another monster session from Dan, Jen doesn't like unstructured training, and Owain thinks it's race week already!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Is passive heat better than altitude?! We examine an exciting new paper with author, Elliott Jenkins
Dan & Owain are back to discuss an exciting new paper that's just been published, about using baths to improve performance. The paper's author, PhD student Elliott Jenkins joins them to talk through the research!The PaperSoar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here:https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 3 weeks to go
The work is almost done, and Jen, Dan & Owain talk through their final big weeks of training. 100k around the world-famous Rose Inn loop between the three, lots of big sessions to break down this week!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 4 weeks to go
A month out from the big race, and the whole gang have banked strong weeks. Jen is up to peak mileage, Owain has some average sessions, and Dan is back to wowing on Strava!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here:https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here:https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 5 weeks to go
We're joined by a special guest this week to ask the hard questions; coach and husband of Jen, "Disco" Dave Long. Dave gives his perspective on Jen's "down week", stumps Owain about his session 4-days post-half, and keeps Dan accountable about his 200km week!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/pages/for-runnersYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 6 weeks to go
3 different training weeks this week; Owain raced a half, Dan fought through illness and focussed on good decision making, Jen went deep in the oven!If you're in New York for the marathon, check out the Soar pop-up event!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 7 weeks to go
The whole gang is back! Dan catches us up on an up-and-down 2 weeks, whilst Jen and Owain had a big session with a celebrity pacer!If you're in New York for the marathon, check out the Soar pop-up event!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 8 weeks to go
Jen returns to the podcast post-wedding - and lets us know how to handle training for a marathon around one of the most important days in a lifetime! Unfortunately Dan wasn't able to join us this week, as he's enjoying the sun in Spain. He'll be back next week to catch up.Owain hangs on for dear life in a hard long run! Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 9 weeks to go
9 weeks to go before the Valencia Marathon! Jen is away this week after getting married - congrats Jen & Dave! We're joined by one of the biggest names in the UK running scene, on the podcast to defend his training loop, Jake Smith!Jake talks us through Cardiff Half, which Dan also ran in finishing as first Welshman. Owain just logged some k's!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can find out more about CurraNZ, the New Zealand blackcurrant supplement, here: https://curranz.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 10 weeks to go
10 weeks until Valencia, and the gang all put in big weeks! Dan headed to West Wales, whilst Jen & Owain did too many laps of Bute Park for a sane person!Soar GiveawayThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 11 weeks to go
11 weeks to go, Dan & Jen have logged another big training week, whilst Owain has battled an illness!Check out Soar's PB Reward here!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Road to Valencia 2025 - 12 weeks to go
12 weeks until the fastest marathon of the year! Dan, Owain, and special guest Jenny Nesbitt are all hoping to line up on the start line in Valencia this December, and will be talking through the next 12 weeks of their training.Jen, Owain & Dan talk through their past few months, goals for the race, and their week of training.Check out Soar's PB Reward here!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Summer Q&A
Dan & Owain round off the summer with a Q&A episode answering some of your questions.Starting the episode off with a running, life & podcast update, and reflect on the last few months of episodes. They then dive into your questions - thanks for all your responses and sorry if your question wasn't asked this time!Road To Valencia starts soon!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The Science of Sports Bras - with Dr Nichola Renwick
Dan & Owain are joined by Dr Nichola Renwick. Nichola is a senior researcher in breast and bra biomechanics at the University of Portsmouth. Nichola talk's through the anatomy of breasts, and the purpose of sports bras, before explaining how biomechanical studies are undertaken. Nichola has also worked with Team GB and the England Women's football team, and she talks about working with elite athletes and the impact of a well-fitting sports bra. The Research Group in Breast Health InstagramTreasure Your Chest learning resourceThe Research Group in Breast Health LinkedInThe Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The Athlete Series: Tom Evans
Ahead of UTMB, Dan & Owain are joined by Tom Evans. Tom has wins at Western States, UTS & Arc of Attrition, and a 3rd place at UTMB. Tom's also represented GB at the World Half marathon championships (PB - 63:14), World Cross and Euro Cross.Tom talks through his training, how he applies physiology to mountain trail races, super shoe development, and his approach to races like UTMB. The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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A deep dive on carbohydrate research, with TdF nutritionist Dr Tim Podlogar
Dan & Owain are joined by one of the leading carbohydrate researchers, Dr Tim Podlogar. As well as undertaking some of the cutting edge research answering timely carbohydrate questions, Tim has worked in professional cycling with Redbull BORA hansgrohe and Tudor Pro Cycling, applying some of his work to win stages in the Tour de France!Tim talks through some of the research he's undertaken, as well as answering some applied questions around carbohydrate intake.The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ Research discussed in this episode:Exogenous Glucose Oxidation During Exercise Is Positively Related to Body SizeIncreased exogenous but unaltered endogenous carbohydrate oxidation with combined fructose-maltodextrin ingested at 120 g h−1 versus 90 g h−1 at different ratiosNutritional Strategies to Improve Post-exercise Recovery and Subsequent Exercise Performance: A Narrative ReviewNew Horizons in Carbohydrate Research and Application for Endurance AthletesYou can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The Athlete Series - Jake Barraclough (Ran To Japan)
Dan & Owain are joined for another installment of The Athlete Series by Jake Barraclough, also known on YouTube as Ran To Japan.Jake is famous for his "train harder, not smarter" approach, logging 250km+ a week of running in Japan. Jake has documented his journey in Japan, from training alone to joining in with some of the legendary corporate teams, in a completely unique running culture. Jake talks about the culture, his training approach and how training in Japan compares to the UK & US!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Female physiology, with Dr Emma Ross
Dan & Owain are really excited to be joined by Dr Emma Ross. Emma has worked in academia, as Head of Physiology for the EIS across 2 Olympic cycles, and now at The Well-HQ, a consultancy dedicated to changing the system around women and girls in sport, fitness and wellness. We follow Emma's career, from pure research to the applied field, and her transition into being a champion of female physiology. The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The Athlete Series: Kris Jones
Dan & Owain are joined for another episode of The Athlete Series by Kris Jones.Kris is an elite trail runner, sponsored by Hoka and supported by the Elite Trail Team. He's had GB vests in Cross Country, Track, Trail, and Orienteering! The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The physiology of training load
Dan & Owain are back to talk about training load.We're all familiar with training load metrics on our training platforms of choice, but the science behind training load metrics can help and hinder training and performance planning.The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The Athlete Series: Alistair Brownlee
Dan & Owain are back with another installment of The Athlete Series, with an athlete that dominated the triathlon world for many years, 2-time Olympic gold medalist Alistair Brownlee.Alistair tells us about his training, how he was able to consistently train for over 30-hours a week throughout his career, technology changes, triathlon tactics, and fueling. Check out Alistair's new range of gels from truefuels here!The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Super shoes - with Dr Dustin Joubert
Dan & Owain are joined on today's episode by Dr Dustin Joubert. Dustin is an associate professor at the University of Louisiana, researching super shoes and their impact on running performance. Dustin also runs the popular labratrundown account on instagram - where he shares testing data on super shoes. Dustin talks about how super shoes work, some of the research he's conducted including the impact of super shoes across a range of paces (not just 2 hour marathon pace), and how to conduct shoe research.The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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The physiology of skeletal muscle
Dan & Owain are back to talk skeletal muscle. A first deep dive into the topic, they talk through skeletal muscle, clear up some myths and misundertandings about muscle fiber types, and tie-in some of the recent guest's talking points about training.The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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Strength & Conditioning - with Dr Rich Blagrove
Dan & Owain return to the topic of S&C, this time bringing in the leading authority on the topic, Dr Rich Blagrove. Rich is a lecturer at Loughborough University, and has a deep history as both an applied S&C coach and a researcher. Rich talks about the impact S&C can have on running economy, durability, and injury prevention, as well as the ways to go about adding S&C to your own training. The Physiology of Endurance Running podcast is proudly sponsored by SOAR. SOAR produce high quality running clothing, designed to fit the needs of runners that put in time & effort to the sport. Check them out here -https://www.soarrunning.com/ You can submit questions for this series or our Q and A episode here:https://forms.gle/XGmxsR6dsanikRSX7
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast is all about getting sport science research out into the public domain. We cover what we do and don't know regarding all topics related to endurance running performance and, more importantly, how can we use this information to make ourselves healthier and faster runners! Your hosts are Dr Dan Osborn-Nash, 2:12 marathon runner and sport physiologist for Welsh Athletics and Welsh Triathlon, and Owain Zerilli, MSc student exploring the effects of heat on EPO release and 2:38 marathon runner
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Dan Nash and Owain Zerilli
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