
Trail & ultra running from Wild Ginger Running
Hi I’m Claire from Wild Ginger Running YouTube channel, the best place for trail and ultra running advice. This is the podcast version of my live athlete and expert interviews which usually airs midday Wednesday or Thursday UK time. Join us live on YouTube for the chance to ask questions to our awesome guests, and support me on Patreon to guarantee you question gets asked. For more trail and ultra running advice, gear reviews and inspiration, subscribe to Wild Ginger Running on YouTube (it’s totally free) and follow me on Instagram @WildGingerRunning Links to any resources, gear recommendations, the YouTube version of the episode and Patreon are in the podcast show notes. Have fun, enjoy your run and I’ll see you on the trails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Oct 11, 2023 • 1h 11min
How to reflect on the highs & lows of your race year to plan 2024 goals - with coach Tim Pigott
How to reflect on the highs and lows of your race year when planning your 2024 goals - we chat to coach and physio Tim Pigott from HP3 Coaching. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/opjeslOZtS0Coming up next time with Tim:How to execute the perfect winter base trainingFive key things to learn from DNFs that will make you a better ultra runnerResources:How to avoid & treat blisters - medic from Dragon's Back & Cape Wrath Ultra Nikki Sommers https://youtube.com/live/fs-Y3qMtGQUCompex recovery tools - message Tim on Instagram direct for the best dealshttps://www.instagram.com/timpigotthp3/Tim is sponsored by Scarpa, Sidas and Supernatural Fuel.Tim's ultra advice playlisthttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62tMore info and book coach Tim and his team here:https://www.hp-3.co.ukMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 4, 2023 • 1h 3min
Tor des Geants - elite vs 'normal' runner training - Damian Hall & Basil Heaney's training secrets
Damian Hall, a 4th overall finisher in Tor des Geants in 72hrs, and Basil Heaney, a 135hr finisher and founder of Into Ultra charity, discuss their training secrets for the race. They also talk about their new initiative called Into Ultra, which aims to improve inclusivity in ultra running. Topics covered include training for altitude, upcoming races, strange experiences during the race, the use of poles, and eating strategies.

Sep 28, 2023 • 40min
COMPETITION & confession! Sept - who has won £307 worth of trail & ultra running goodies? PLUS Oct 2023 prizes
Have you won anything in the Sept 2023 competition worth £307? And what is up for grabs in the Oct 2023 prize giveaway? To enter the Wild Ginger Running monthly competition, scroll down. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/_rpTxBjxOC0Resources mentionedWhy is SOAR Running gear so expensive? https://youtube.com/live/PjtjdFZvVHgMick Siouville's Jersey Intertidal Challenge film https://youtu.be/L0zFKkIB1eQ?si=59CVQx4SfF0u3UjSLloyd Watkin Marathon des Sables interview https://youtube.com/live/4kXLKPrzZf8Melissa Mason's 100 miler interview https://youtube.com/live/sotDv1E-Us8My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRBuy a buff at my shop here https://wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shop/Discounts!SOAR 15% off! Use code wildginger15 https://www.soarrunning.com/collections/trail-runningDiscount 20% off 80_Noir Ultra online here https://bit.ly/80NoirUltraWGRUse code: 80NUWGRCurraNZ blackcurrant extract to help reduce DOMShttps://www.wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shopThis month’s Wild Ginger Running competition gave the lucky winner a chance to win:Lakeland Trails race place worth up to £5280 Noir_Ultra Dark Chocolate Mini bars worth £30 Light yourself up bundle from Ultimate Performance worth £50Silva Carbon Running Poles £125 Biolite Headlamp 200 £50Next month's competition worth £348Lakeland Trails race place worth up to £5280 Noir_Ultra Dark Chocolate Mini bars worth £30 Light yourself up bundle from Ultimate Performance worth £50Voucher for SOAR running gear worth £150!Biolite Charge Powerbank 20PD £50Why We Run book by Danielle Ledbury £16Want a chance to win? This competition is only for Patreons, sign up now for automatic entry every month here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningWild Ginger Running Patreons also get exclusive freebies, discounts, films and training advice, their own special Facebook group and Strava Club, plus automatic entry into my monthly competition to win £300’s worth of trail and ultra running gear. There are only about 100 Patreons so the odds on a win are way better than the lottery. What is not to like? Do it do it. ----My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 2023 • 49min
Why is SOAR running gear so expensive? We chat to founder Tim Soar (and wrangle a 15% discount)
We talk to Tim Soar, the founder of SOAR running gear to find out what makes it so expensive. We’re thinking it’s a lot to do with sustainability and ethical working practices… let’s hear it from the man himself! See the shorts I'm banging on about on the original YouTube broadcast here https://youtube.com/live/PjtjdFZvVHgDiscount 15% off use code wildginger15https://www.soarrunning.com/pages/sustainabilityMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 6, 2023 • 41min
What do do with your old running gear - Fran from Kitsquad has the answer!
Kitsquad is all about breaking down the barriers to low income families accessing the outdoors - if we donate our old running and outdoor gear to them, they check, clean and reproof it and send it to low income individuals families so they can enjoy the outdoors. Since launching Kitsquad in Feb 2020 founder Fran Pearson and team have supported over 200 people and taken in thousands of outdoor items ready to send out to less fortunate folk. To our knowledge Kitsquad is the only organisation doing this, and not only is this venture very noble, but it’s environmentally fantastic to recycle the kit this way too. Kitsquad rely solely on donations, both of gear, volunteer time and funds to cover the costs of cleaning and reproofing products, storing them and sending them out to those that need them. Please help if you can by visiting their website here https://kitsquad.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 2023 • 26min
COMPETITION! August - who has won £463 worth of trail & ultra running goodies? PLUS Sept 2023 prizes
Have you won anything in the Aug 2023 competition worth £463? And what is up for grabs in the Sept 2023 prize giveaway? To enter the Wild Ginger Running monthly competition, scroll down. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/Og0h8rVtzRYResources mentionedOpen-ear headphones review https://youtu.be/t-OsvbhQd2kTony's Camper Tribe film https://youtu.be/oolHc7dr0kEMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRBuy a buff at my shop here https://wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shop/Discounts!Discount 20% off 80_Noir Ultra online here https://bit.ly/80NoirUltraWGRUse code: 80NUWGRCurraNZ blackcurrant extract to help reduce DOMShttps://www.wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shopThis month’s Wild Ginger Running competition gave the lucky winner a chance to win:Lakeland Trails race place worth up to £52Maurten Gel 160 x 2 boxes £65Oladance Earbuds £150Zoom nutrition goodie bag £120Sidas socks goodie bag £76Next month's competition worth £307Lakeland Trails race place worth up to £5280 Noir_Ultra Dark Chocolate Mini bars worth £30 Light yourself up bundle from Ultimate Performance worth £50Silva Carbon Running Poles £125 Biolite Headlamp 200 £50Want a chance to win? This competition is only for Patreons, sign up now for automatic entry every month here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningWild Ginger Running Patreons also get exclusive freebies, discounts, films and training advice, their own special Facebook group and Strava Club, plus automatic entry into my monthly competition to win £300’s worth of trail and ultra running gear. There are only about 100 Patreons so the odds on a win are way better than the lottery. What is not to like? Do it do it. ----My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 23, 2023 • 1h 3min
3 tips for better navigation (+ more!) from elite OMM winner & expert coach Sean Bolland
Ever wondered how you could get better at navigation, or want to do a race where navigation is required? This unmissable talk from The Nav Guy Sean Bolland will equip you with the top 3 tips to improve plus loads more! Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/LhwegenFcqsSean has won the elite class at prestigious navigation event The OMM (Original Mountain Marathon) and delivers workshops for them via Mountain Run, find out more about Sean here https://www.facebook.com/TheNavGuy1/ and book one of his courses here https://mountainrun.co.uk/courses/online-omm-mountain-marathon-theory-sessionMore navigation tips and content from Wild Ginger Running:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0AnLsmDK_f3nBU6xU-yZSsQMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15, 2023 • 1h 6min
How best to recover from an ultra - coach Tim Pigott from HP3 Coaching reveals the rules
Hi everyone and welcome to the Wild Ginger Running YouTube channel live broadcast, today we are talking to the most excellent coach and physio Tim Pigott from HP3 coaching about how best to recover from an ultra, both in body and mind. What should you do immediately after the race? How many pints of beer is ok? Do massage and massage gadgets actually help speed up recovery? How long should you wait to run again? What if you have DNF-ed...?Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/qU3m2NCLlA0Resources:How to avoid & treat blisters - medic from Dragon's Back & Cape Wrath Ultra Nikki Sommers https://youtube.com/live/fs-Y3qMtGQUCompex recovery tools - message Tim on Instagram direct for the best dealshttps://www.instagram.com/timpigotthp3/Tim is sponsored by Scarpa, Sidas, Supernatural Fuel and possibly a few more that don’t begin with S, I’ll get him to update us in this chat!Tim's ultra advice playlisthttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62tMore info and book coach Tim and his team here:https://www.hp-3.co.ukMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 2, 2023 • 34min
COMPETITION! July - who has won £464 worth of trail & ultra running goodies? PLUS Aug 2023 prizes
Have you won anything in the July 2023 competition worth £464? And what is up for grabs in the Aug 2023 prize giveaway? To enter the Wild Ginger Running monthly competition, scroll down. Podcast version here tbc or search "Wild Ginger Running Competition July" in your usual podcast provider. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/kKgRz3v5PEQResources mentionedTony's Camper Tribe film https://youtu.be/oolHc7dr0kEMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRBuy a buff at my shop here https://wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shop/Discounts!15% off Chia Charge with code wildg15Discount 20% off 80_Noir Ultra online here https://bit.ly/80NoirUltraWGRUse code: 80NUWGRCurraNZ blackcurrant extract to help reduce DOMShttps://www.wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shopThis month’s Wild Ginger Running competition gave the lucky winner a chance to win:80 Noir_Ultra Adventure Pack £60 Bridgedale socks x 5 worth £50Lakeland Trails race place worth up to £52Ultimate Performance recovery bundle £82Cleer ARC II Sport £200!Steve Chilton audiobook worth £20Next month's competition worth £443Lakeland Trails race place worth up to £52Ultimate Performance recovery bundle £82Maurten Gel 160 x 2 boxes £65Oladance Earbuds £130Zoom nutrition goodie bag £120Sidas socks goodie bag £76Want a chance to win? This competition is only for Patreons, sign up now for automatic entry every month here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningWild Ginger Running Patreons also get exclusive freebies, discounts, films and training advice, their own special Facebook group and Strava Club, plus automatic entry into my monthly competition to win £400’s worth of trail and ultra running gear. There are only about 100 Patreons so the odds on a win are way better than the lottery. What is not to like? Do it do it. ----My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11, 2023 • 57min
Eat right on your next ultra - your choice & prep can make or break your race! With coach Tim Pigott
Eat right on your next ultra - how to choose, prepare & organise your scran with coach Tim Pigott. This could make or break your race! Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/j33RSxcJ8_gSupernatural Fuel 20% discount code WGR23 UK only, until 31 July.Tim's Supernatural Fuel review https://youtu.be/RWFWsBRJLYETim is sponsored by Scarpa, Sidas, Supernatural Fuel and possibly a few more that don’t begin with S, I’ll get him to update us in this chat!Tim's ultra advice playlisthttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62tAlso available as a podcast here tbc or search 'UTS debrief Wild Ginger Running' in your usual podcast provider. More info and book coach Tim and his team here:https://www.hp-3.co.ukMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.