The Sunday Plodcast
The Sunday Plodcast, presented by SportsShoes.com, is the running podcast dedicated to getting you through that Sunday Plod. Whether you’re listening pre, during, or post run; it doesn’t really matter though. We aim to raise the profile of elite distance running by providing our listeners with insights into the lives and training of top athletes and coaches, along with discussions around current news and trends within the sport.
Latest episodes
Nov 10, 2024 • 1h 18min
S4 Ep46: EP 196: Phoebe Gill
Following a review of Mansfield, Matt welcomed British 800m Champion, Phoebe Gill, to the podcast. The 17-year old Paris Olympian spoke about her phenomenal season, that included a personal-best of 1:57 over 800m, as well as talking through some of the challenges she's overcome to get to the top. Enjoy!
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Nov 3, 2024 • 1h
S4 Ep45: EP 195: Georgia Bell
In this week's episode, following a short review of the Valencia Half Marathon, Matt and Oli welcomed Olympic Bronze medallist, Georgia Bell, back to the podcast. The British record holder over 1500m spoke about her phenomenal summer season, that saw her claim Olympic Bronze in Paris. Enjoy!
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Oct 26, 2024 • 1h 5min
S4 Ep44: EP 194: Andreas Almgren
Following a short preview of the upcoming races at Mansfield and Podium, Matt welcomed Swedish international, Andreas Almgren, to the podcast. The 12:50 5000m and 26:52 10,000m man spoke about his approach to training and racing, and much more. Enjoy!
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Oct 19, 2024 • 56min
S4 Ep43: EP 193: Revée Walcott-Nolan
For this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed two-time British Olympian in the 1500m, Revée Walcott-Nolan, to the podcast. The OAC Europe athlete spoke about her performances in Paris that saw her lower her PB to 3:58.08. Enjoy!
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Oct 12, 2024 • 43min
S4 Ep42: EP 192: Calli Hauger-Thackery
Calli Hauger-Thackery, a professional runner renowned for her impressive comeback with a PB of 2:21:24 at the Berlin Marathon, shares her journey after a tough DNF at the Paris Olympics. She discusses the emotional rollercoaster and resilience needed to overcome such setbacks. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of elite distance running and the mental challenges athletes face during high-pressure events. Calli also reflects on balancing competitive pacing with personal insights as she looks to the future of her career.
Oct 5, 2024 • 1h 13min
S4 Ep41: EP 191: Tim Eglen
In this week's episode, Tim Eglen joined Matt and Oli on the podcast. The AFD coach spoke about his work with the likes of Jack Rowe, Will Barnicoat and Niamh Brown, as well as talking through how he's developed his coaching over the years. Enjoy!
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Sep 28, 2024 • 40min
S4 Ep40: EP 190: Newsround (inc. Cross Country Preview)
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli chat through some of the upcoming Cross Country action, as well as covering all the latest news on the distance running circuit. Enjoy!
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Sep 21, 2024 • 36min
S4 Ep39: EP 189: '24 Track SZN Sign-Off
With the 2024 track season having come to a close, Matt and Oli round up the most recent races, before looking ahead at what's to come over the winter. Enjoy!
Sep 14, 2024 • 1h 18min
S4 Ep38: EP 188: Hobbs Kessler
Following reviews of the Great North Run and more, Matt welcomed 3:29 1500m man, Hobbs Kessler to the podcast. Following his 5th place finish in Paris, Hobbs spoke about how he got into the sport, his approach to training, and much more. Enjoy!
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Sep 7, 2024 • 46min
S4 Ep37: EP 187: Emile Cairess
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Emile Cairess back to the podcast. Following his 4th place finish in Paris last month, Emile talked through his preparations under coach, Renato Canova, his Olympic experience, and much more. Enjoy!
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