The UKRunChat podcast.

In this episode Michelle chats with Rachel Miller. Rachel has been running since she was 17 and has just finished London Marathon in memory of her Dad, who started  running in his fifties. He inspired the whole family to become runners. Follow Rachel on InstagramAnd on X: @RachelBuk

In this episode Michelle speaks with Mason Morgan in a truly inspiring conversation. Mason’s resilience in the face of adversity is nothing short of remarkable. Since his diagnosis with a high-grade brain tumor in September 2022, Mason has not only faced his condition with bravery but also channeled his energy into a formidable challenge: running 6 marathons in 7 months and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to support Macmillan Cancer Support.Tune in to hear Mason discuss his journey, the challenges he has overcome, and his upcoming fundraising events. You can follow Mason on InstagramTo sponsor Mason and support his remarkable journey, please go to https://www.runningwithcancer.co.uk for more details and donation options.

Jon Blair is a father of 3, a husband and proud stammerer. He is a Youtube creator & stammer supporter whose channel focuses on stammering, mental health, reviews, opinion, running & a love of trainers. He started running at 37 due to COVID forcing gyms to close their doors, and a year after serious spinal surgery. He has have achieved 16.08 5k, 35.45 10k, 1.18.43 HM and 3.04.04 Marathon. Jon and Michelle chat about:- Jon's YouTube channel which he started to help people with a stammer, and which focuses on running, mental health and shoes!- Jon's own journey into running, which started relatively late in life- Running a Boston-qualifying marathon on a fractured leg!- Favourite running shoes, and why carbon-plates might not be for everyone- Big goals to run 1000 miles for charityhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheStammerer-sn3qs

In this episode we catch up with Ian Williams who is founder of the long standing website Fetch Everyone. Fetcheveryone lets you analyse your training, find races, plot routes, chat in our forum, get advice, play games and nothing is behind a paywall.Also listen to hear about Ian's own running and goals to run his first (very unusual) ultra soon. https://www.fetcheveryone.com

In this episode Michelle chats with @AiLyn_Runner | @DrAiLynTanDr Ai Lyn is a parkrun Ambassador, her marathon PB is 3:28:51 and she has been running every day for over 4 years!This episode includes Dr Ai Lyn’s thoughts on how running can be helpful for a variety of medical conditions.You can follow Dr Ai Lyn on:TwitterInstagram

Listen to hear Michelle & community member Alia chat all about:- trying to be more green in our running- how its impossible to get lost while running in Salford- barefoot running- the Jordan Impact Marathon - running in the desertand much more!Follow Alia here

In this episode Michelle chats with Callum Jacobs, author of Road Runner: Surviving on the Urban Trails.Michelle and Callum chat about:- urban versus trail running- how city running can inspire as much awe as the mountains- sightseeing on the run- running the London Underground, overground- place hackingYou can follow Callum on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_urban_trailrunner

Steph was Team GB’s fastest marathon runner at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and won the 2021 UK Olympic trials in a time of 2:27:16. Steph is a coach at Runna and this episode is all about training for your upcoming Spring events.We chat about:Where should you be now in your training plan ahead of your spring events.What should you do if you miss sessions due to injury or illness.Stephs, lower mileage & cross training approach to her training.Stephs journey to becoming an Olympic marathon runner.What is a de-load week and how to execute these effectively.and much more!You can grab an extended free trial at Runna using our code UKRUNCHAT1 all capitals here If you would like to get in touch with any comments about the podcast you can on info@ukrunchat.co.ukFollow Steph on Instagram

In this episode Michelle chats with Emma.Emma is a Run Educator, Gait Analyst, columnist at Womens Running UK and Hyrox Ambassador. Listen to hear:- how do you know if you're ready to take on your first ultra- different types of run/walk strategies- hill training tips- recognising the signs of - and avoiding - overtraining- taperingYou can follow Emma on:InstagramTwitter / X

Dr. Josephine Perry, a sports psychologist and avid runner, shares her insights on boosting female participation in ultra-running. She discusses barriers women face and strategies to achieve gender parity in the sport. Josephine offers powerful mental techniques like visualization and mantras to enhance performance and manage race anxiety. She emphasizes the connection between nutrition and mental resilience, while providing tips for overcoming panic attacks during races. Join her encouraging conversation as she inspires both seasoned and new runners!