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
May 25, 2024 • 1h 17min
S4 Ep22: EP 172: Brendan Hackett
Following a review of all the action from the Highgate Night of 10K PB's, Matt and Oli welcome Brendan Hackett to the podcast. The sports psychologist and former CEO of Athletics Ireland spoke about mentally preparing for major championships, Irish medal hopes for Paris, and much more. Enjoy!
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May 18, 2024 • 1h 5min
S4 Ep21: EP 171: Maurten Sports Fuel (with Josh Rowe)
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next weekend's Prefontaine Classic. First though, they welcome Maurten Scientist, Josh Rowe, to the podcast, to talk all things sports fuelling. Enjoy!
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May 11, 2024 • 51min
S4 Ep20: EP 170: Highgate Night of the 10,000m PB's PREVIEW
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next weekend's Highgate Night of 10K's, including the British trials for the Paris Olympics (featuring Paddy Dever & Megan Keith). They break down the start lists, selection criteria, and much more. Enjoy!
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May 4, 2024 • 1h 33min
S4 Ep19: EP 169: Renato Canova (part 2)
We're back with part 2 of Renato Canova's presentation on how to be an elite marathoner! Following a review of some of the latest races on the UK circuit, Renato starts talking about how he first met Emile Cairess (34:40). Enjoy!
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Apr 27, 2024 • 1h 9min
S4 Ep18: EP 168: Renato Canova (part 1)
In this week's episode, following a review of the London Marathon, Matt and Oli welcomed Renato Canova to the podcast (14:40). Canova, who truly is marathon coaching royalty, spoke in this first part about the development of his world-famous training methodology. Stay tuned for part 2, where Renato speaks about meeting Emile Cairess, and much more. Enjoy!
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Apr 20, 2024 • 1h 21min
S4 Ep17: EP 167: Steve Cram
For this week's podcast, Matt welcomed 3:46 miler and British record holder, Steve Cram (21:20), to the podcast; previewing the upcoming Bannister Mile races at Oxford University, as well as chatting through Steve's career. Enjoy!
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Apr 16, 2024 • 42min
BONUS EP: London Marathon 2024 PREVIEW
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli previewed all the upcoming action for Sunday's London Marathon. Enjoy!
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Apr 13, 2024 • 1h 17min
S4 Ep16: EP 166: Alex Botterill
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the national road relays, before welcoming this week's guest, Alex Botterill, to the podcast. The 1:44 800m runner and Puma athlete, talked about his relationship with coach, Steve Cram, his plans for the season ahead, and much more. Enjoy!
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Apr 6, 2024 • 48min
S4 Ep15: EP 165: Road to Paris
In this week's episode Matt and Oli chat through some of the latest World Athletics rankings on the Road to Paris 24. Predicting some of the British team, they also preview some upcoming races, and much more. Enjoy!
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Mar 31, 2024 • 1h 15min
S4 Ep14: EP 164: Calli Hauger-Thackery
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the World Cross Country Championships (featuring Jacob Kiplimo, Abbie Donnelly, and Will Barnicoat), before welcoming this week's guest, Calli Hauger-Thackery, back to the podcast. The 2:22 Marathoner and Nike athlete spoke about being selected for the Olympic Games in Paris later this year, and much more. Enjoy!
