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Not Another Runner

By Natalie Hawkins

Not another running podcast! Running Podcast, created by your run of the mill, everyday runner. Join and listen to episodes with me Natalie, "@notanotherrunner" as I chat about all things running, training & health related to help keep you motivated, inspired and enthusiastic using an active approach of gratitude and mindfulness.
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Not Another Runner's Life #2 with Marcus BrownMarathon Training, Black Trail Runners, Injury and TikTok and Instagram Reels

Not Another RunnerAug 28, 2020

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60. Matt Wood - Co-founder of RunThrough Events and RunThrough Kit - ex international athlete
Jun 17, 202101:02:47
59. Sanna Duthie - Ultrarunner - FKT Pembrokeshire Coast National Park 186 Miles

59. Sanna Duthie - Ultrarunner - FKT Pembrokeshire Coast National Park 186 Miles

Today’s Guest is 32 year old Sanna Duthie.

Sanna is a runner and ultra runner from Pembrokeshire, she ran her first race 14 years ago - and has since then completed Marathons, placed 1st Female in the Llanelli Marathon in 20, and has ventured into the field of ultra running, and has raced the Pembrokeshire 100 miler twice,

And The Endurance life in the Gower where she placed third.

Most recently, Sanna completed the whole of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - in one go, becoming the second person ever to complete the full path in one go (non-stop). Not only did Sanna complete this, she also knocked off the former record - by almost 13 hours, running the 186 coastal path miles in just 51 hours and raising nearly £4,000 for the Wales Air Ambulance.

Sanna shares her story with us Today; what drew her to running - why she runs and how it impacts her life, and what inspired her to run the 186 miles of Pembrokeshire Coast National Parks to raise money.

What amazes me about Sanna, her training and accomplishments is that she balances her ultra training around full time work, and she does not skip on her additional components of her training; she regularly trains at the gym, completing her strength and conditioning exercises and mobility, balancing both the gym, running, and training on the coastal path. Sanna also writes her own training plan, essentially coaching herself through her ultra training and events - which to me is fascinating., Wanna is incredibly motivated, and committed to her training, and her determination and resilience in pursuing a goal, and overcoming obstacles is truly inspiring. I hope you enjoy this episode Today - as ever if you are listening please take a screen shot - share this episode online with others, so they too can feel inpsired by Sanna’s Story Today.


Links 

Sanna Duthie 

Instagram

Sanna's Just Giving Page  

My Finish Line Q&A


May 26, 202101:17:11
58. Danny O'Reilly @the_running_dan Journey to Sub 2:41 Marathon & navigating training as a new dad
May 13, 202101:06:23
57. Suzanne Shaw - "You're only one run away from a good mood"
May 06, 202101:21:17
Coming up in episode 57... Suzanne Shaw - you are only one run away from a good mood!

Coming up in episode 57... Suzanne Shaw - you are only one run away from a good mood!

Coming up this week on the Podcast: 

Suzanne Shaw shares with us her biggest discoveries this last year since she has made some serious health pledges to herself. 

Including her major goal of running 19 hours in aim to raise money for the Samaritans. 

Full Episode Available Thursday 06/05/21 @ 20:00 GMT. 

May 03, 202101:25
56. Amritpal Ghatora: Runner, Coach, Six Star Finisher; The Mindset and Journey from 4:42 to a 2:51 Marathoner
Apr 29, 202101:16:25
55. Mark White - Run Grateful | Be inspired | Find your Purpose

55. Mark White - Run Grateful | Be inspired | Find your Purpose

Today’s guest is Mark White.. Mark, is a father to two, a husband, and of course another runner.

Mark is the founder of a community interest company called Your Town which has live “community up” initiatives/campaigns across various UK towns, including the Your Town Runners. In addition to this Mark also launched Run Grateful, in 2020 and has recently created and founded MEUS, (ME US) which is a platform to reimagine men’s health in order to support them physically, mentally, and spiritually.

In 2019, Mark was voted in the top 15 social entrepreneurs in the UK by Redbull.

Run Grateful is a global running campaign using the power of gratitude with running as the vehicle. Run Grateful has created Global events centred around gratitude practice, and its power when combined with movement/exercise, these events have extended its reach across 50 different countries!

Mark took on his own personal challenge for the first rendition of Run Grateful with a 24 hour challenge, running a 5km , followed by a mile on the hour every hour, dedicating each mile to something he was grateful for.

Run Grateful’s mission is to create a strong sense of community centred around this one emotion, gratitude, something that is incredibly personal, but something we can connect with through sharing stories and experiences.

“A Gratitude Walk or Run is not about speed, getting fitter, or even clearing your head; it is about being mindful about everything that adds abundance to your life” [Run Grateful]


Links 

Mark White

Run Grateful 

Website: www.rungrateful.com/ 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/1gratefulrun/?hl=en 

MEUS 

meuspractice.com 

Your Town 

Website: www.yourtown.community/

Your Town Runners 

Website: www.yourtownrunners.com 

www.instagram.com/yourtownrunners/?hl=en


Natalie

Website: www.notanotherrunner.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner

Apr 22, 202101:13:55
54. Carl Orme | Raising over £11K in 2020, Climbing virtual Mount Everest, 10 Marathons in 10 Days, 20 Marathons in 2020 .. and leading by example!

54. Carl Orme | Raising over £11K in 2020, Climbing virtual Mount Everest, 10 Marathons in 10 Days, 20 Marathons in 2020 .. and leading by example!

Today’s guest, Carl Orme is another runner, a father to 4 children, a veteran and fundraiser. Carl raised £11k in 2020!! You may well know Carl from the online running community - someone who is incredibly kind and supportive of others, you may well be friends with Carl already, or perhaps you remember the incredible challenges he did in 2020 to raise money for charity inlcluding climbing 3,403 flights of stairs to climb mount Everest virtually, or the fortnight later when he completed 3,500 laps of the drive to complete a marathon, or even the 10 Marathons in 10 Days raising money for Breast Cancer Awareness to round off 20 Marathons over the year of 2020. Oh and there was an injury thrown into the mix before the 10 in 10 - a prolapsed disc in July!
Carl was recently awarded runner-up in The Running Channel’s Leading by Example 2021!
So I also want to say a massive congratulations to Carl!
Apr 15, 202101:06:23
53. Kelly Ruck | @kellogsontherun | Once a runner - always a runner!! | Running Postpartum; Coming back from injury and BQ Attempt

53. Kelly Ruck | @kellogsontherun | Once a runner - always a runner!! | Running Postpartum; Coming back from injury and BQ Attempt

Today’s guest is a mother, a marathoner and ultra runner! Kelly balances training with her busy family life.

Kelly is also a very well known face in the online running community… with several thousands of followers online, and has been featured on the cover of Women’s Running Magazine during 2020

Kelly initially struggled when she first started running, but since then she states that running has brought everything to her life, and that her whole life has changed thanks to running; including managing the grief of losing her first born son; assisting her with the management of her Type 1 Diabetes; brought friendships; and was even how she met her current partner Matt Rees, with who she has since had a baby.

During this episode myself and Kelly discuss many aspects of her journey through running;

  • the struggles of first starting running
  • the highs and lows of training: injuries, and coming back from injury;
  • navigating the process of running through pregnancy and coming back postpartum
  • improvement in running, and working towards major goals

Kelly shares her big goal she is working towards this year, qualifying for Boston. She shares how much she will need to knock off her current PB, and her very special reason as to why she wants to qualify this year.

Kelly shares invaluable insights, tips and encouragement for us all, it is a must listen!!


Links 

Kelly 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/kellogs_ontherun

Website: www.kellogsontherun.com

Youtube and Run With Series Home:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZH9aVWXpw_3071o05ao_UQ 


Natalie

Website: www.notanotherrunner.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner


Apr 08, 202159:35
52. Charlotte Clarke - “Tough Times don’t last, tough people do — it’s time to gain momentum together” | Post 2 x heart surgery and rediscovering running for a greater cause.

52. Charlotte Clarke - “Tough Times don’t last, tough people do — it’s time to gain momentum together” | Post 2 x heart surgery and rediscovering running for a greater cause.

Today’s guest is Charlotte Clarke - a qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer, an ex professional dancer, and ex body builder, an ultra runner who is a perfect fit for the Not Another Runner Podcast as her aim is much like this podcast:

…to encourage others to get active no matter what obstacles they have had to overcome! This aim mirrors that of the NAR Podcast, and its Get up and Get Going despite level of ability or past experiences, to lead a healthier and happier lifestyle.

What inspires me about Charlotte is how - despite going through two heart operations and the inevitable recovery Charlotte endured, this has not stopped her from getting up and getting going to reach her goals, and inspiring others in the process. After 9 years of no running, due to a lost love in the sport - Charlotte challenged herself to run a solo virtual 50km in September 2020 - her very first ultra.

Since then she has gone on to run another two ultras and has challenged herself to run the 100km Salomon Serpent Trail in September, and then her GMT Challenge - Gain Momentum Together, on 30/10/21 when the clocks return to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) Charlotte is challenging herself to run the 25 hours and see how much of the 242km of the London Loop [The London Outer Orbital Path] she can complete, all in aid of raising money for Sporting Minds UK - see links for Charlotte’s GMT fundraising page.

Charlotte is an absolutely resilient, and determined individual - who is quite clearly a force to be reckoned with in the best sense of the phrase.

Links

Charlotte

Instagram: www.instagram.com/charlotteclarkeuk

Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCWjZcT-icg8TZaoGOl92DZQ

Website: https://charlclarke.com/  

Fundraising Page:

www.justgiving.com/fundraising/charlotte-clarkeuk25

Sporting Minds Uk

www.sportingmindsuk.org

Natalie

Website: www.notanotherrunner.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Apr 01, 202101:08:47
51. Joshua Trigwell - @JRTRunCoach Athlete and Coach - 7 x National Finalist, Motivational Speaker and Mindset Approach
Dec 11, 202001:15:54
50. Marcus Brown - @themarathonmarcus - Podcast Host of  A Runner's Life. WMM Six Star Finisher.  A Journey from 4:55 Marathon to Sub 3 and the invaluable lessons learnt along the way.

50. Marcus Brown - @themarathonmarcus - Podcast Host of A Runner's Life. WMM Six Star Finisher. A Journey from 4:55 Marathon to Sub 3 and the invaluable lessons learnt along the way.

Today’s Guest is Marcus Brown,

Marcus Brown is  a  Runner, Husband, Father of Two and works full time. He is an Abbot World Marathon Majors Six Star Finisher. 

Marcus, the Host of A Runner’s Life Podcast, Co-founder of the Black Trail Runners, is a familiar voice to the this Podcast Already - you will have heard myself and Marcus chat during our Mash Up Episodes, where we co-host 'Not Another Runner's Life' on both this Podcast and on Marcus' Podcast.

 Please note for reference this was recorded just three weeks after Marcus’ Sub 3 Marathon and was at the end of October.

Marcus is an extremely driven and dedicated individual, someone who I admire greatly for so many reasons including his dedication and tenacity in not only his running, but all that he does with his own Podcast and the invaluable episodes he shares with the listeners and running community and all the collaborative work he has done with the Black Trail Runners, something he speaks more of during his incredible interview on Mario Frailoli’s podcast: The Morning Shakeout.

The Black Trail Runners is a Uk-based community and campaigning group whose mission is to increase inclusion, representation and participation of Black People in trail running.

Today myself and Marcus talk about his journey from 4:55 to Sub 3 Marathon and the invaluable lessons he has learnt along the way. This chat was great, and I know you guys will enjoy this episode, please let myself and Marcus know that you’re tuning in… take a screen shot and share with us online.

We chat about:

  • Marcus’ journey of Running 4:55 Marathon - 2:56
  • Sub 3 Marathon Experience and the journey in getting there 
  • How Marcus felt after achieving the major goal
  • Being mindful of others whilst we strive for our own goals
  • What working towards a big goal can teach you
  • How stopping and pausing is beneficial and not always unproductive
  • How Running is a time to process thoughts
  • The importance of offering Value, and giving back to others.

Marcus Brown - @themarathonmarcus

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/themarathonmarcus/?hl=en

Website

www.marathonmarcus.com

All Other Links

https://lnk.bio/Xhi7

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/fitterhealthierdad/

Not Another Runner - Natalie Hawkins

Instagram: www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/?hl=en

Facebook: www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

All other links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner

Dec 05, 202001:35:59
49. Sha Hussain - Founder of The Wellness Movement, Be More You - Well-being Consultant, 20 x Marathoner. Be More You.

49. Sha Hussain - Founder of The Wellness Movement, Be More You - Well-being Consultant, 20 x Marathoner. Be More You.

Today I get to introduce to you all another runner, originally from Hackney, now residing in Essex, he is the founder of the Wellness movement, Be More You and Wellbeing Consultant at Mayor of London. Today’s guest formerly worked in Media, and confessed to living an unhealthier lifestyle until he discovered running. He has since ran 20 Marathons, the first being London in 2006 and the last one being Moscow in 2019. Today’s guest is passionate about community and mental health and loves to support people and causes close to his heart…. And I can absolutely couch for this, since connecting with Sha several last month, Sha has been incredibly supportive, it is so evident that he cares - his mission is to support others and their wellbeing and lead happier lifestyles

Today’s guest is of course Sha Hussain…


What to expect:

  • Me and Sha check in with each other using the Two Word approach to describe how we are feeling at the beginning and at the end of the chat
  • We talk about the Be More You / Love Trails (in Partnership with Lululemon) Virtual Well-being Event recently held on Work Mental Health Day
  • Be More You - a and the Safe Space created for runners to join, be your authentic self, come to listen, learn new skills to improve mental well-being and to encourage learning and development to help in every day life
  • How Lockdown initially impacted on Sha, and his coping mechanisms
  • Meditation and how this benefits Sha
  • Sha’s Running History which includes;
  • Speed Project (Los Angeles - Las Vegas Relay 49 hours) and completing 6 Marathons the same year
  • Marathon du Mont Blanc
  • PERMA Model and how this can assist us



Links

Sha Hussain

www.instagram.com/shahussain/ 

The Wellness Movement 

www.instagram.com/thewellnessmovement1/

www.thewellnessmovement.co.uk/safe-space

Be More You 

www.instagram.com/bemore.you/ 

Not Another Runner - Natalie Hawkins

Instagram: www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/?hl=en

Facebook: www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

All other links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner


Nov 13, 202001:23:37
48. Rav Billan - Run Streak Day 974 - Marathoner. Breaking the stereotype. How to focus on your goals, and dreams despite facing negativity from others and navigating imposter syndrome
Nov 06, 202001:59:22
47. Fitter Healthier Dad - Darren Kirby. Ironman and Kona Ironman World Championships Qualifier. How you can take advantage of changes, adapting, and making the best of any situation!
Oct 30, 202001:03:37
46. Nick Bester - aka @justalilbester Runner, Run Coach. Sub 2:30 Marathoner - What Nick thinks has helped his running improve, and how you can implement this too!
Oct 13, 202001:21:10
45. Ruth Bennett @ruth_runs "Keep Going, and never give up" - How to remain motivated with your running.

45. Ruth Bennett @ruth_runs "Keep Going, and never give up" - How to remain motivated with your running.

Ruth Bennet, is a wife, mother to two and a Secondary School Drama Teacher. Ruth who is also widely known as @ruth_runs online via Instagram is a Team Runderwear, Runr and Pretty Athletic and Premax Ambassador. 

Ruth started running in 2001. Much of her running journey began with her late father. Ruth will be running this Saturday - a Marathon to Mark the milestone birthday she has coming up next week. Ruth will be raising money for the local Hospice Charity which supported her and her sister when her father passed. You will hear about Ruth’s father in this chat - and the link to Ruth’s Just Giving Page is in the show notes for this Podcast, please see Apple Podcasts - and see the Show Notes below.

This was such a great chat with Ruth - I’d been wanting to get her on Not Another Runner Podcast for such a long time, it ended in perfect timing - right before Ruth's big birthday and Birthday Marathon Fundraiser. 

We chatted abut Lockdown, and how she managed these difficult times with balancing family and training. We spoke about motivation, and how to remain motivated in training; injury and how coming back can make you so grateful, and we spoke of how Ruth has improved with her running over the years. Ruth tells us how she went from a 2:15 Half Marathon in her Twenties to 1:44 and how she improved her marathon from 5:25 to 3:55 at age 39. 


Links

Ruth Bennett 

https://www.instagram.com/ruth_runs/

Just Giving - Birthday Marathon Fundraiser

www.justgiving.com/fundraising/ruthrunsamarathon2020?newPage=True 

Website 

www.ruthruns.co.uk 


Natalie - Not Another Runner

www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

notanotherrunner.home.blog/

All Other Links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner

Sep 11, 202001:03:06
Not Another Runner's Life #2 with Marcus BrownMarathon Training, Black Trail Runners, Injury and TikTok and Instagram Reels

Not Another Runner's Life #2 with Marcus BrownMarathon Training, Black Trail Runners, Injury and TikTok and Instagram Reels

This Episode of the Podcast is the 2nd instalment of the Not Another Runner’s Life, where I am joined by my co-host Marcus Brown. This is a conversation between two friends, discussing:

Current events in the Running World and Community
Inspiring stories and snippets from both our Podcasts
What we have learnt within the month from the World of Podcasting
Current and trending topics
Questions for each other; including how we are doing with training, running and life

And then we finish off with something positive.
This Month we discuss Marcus’ very busy and exciting schedule, the inspiring episodes he has published over on his Podcast: A Runner’s Life this past month. Marcus informs us all on Black Trail Runners - their aim, and how he is involved with the community. We also hear about Marcus’ Marathon Training and upcoming Goal.
I catch up with Marcus about Not Another Runner’s latest episode with ultra runner and Elite Runner and Redbull athlete Tom Evans, Marcus shares his views on this episode and I confess to one of the embarrassing and big mistake I made during that interview, but also some great take aways and insights from this interview, and what myself and Marcus observe from hosting a Podcast. I catch you all up on what’s been going on in my little world; we chat about injury and living daily with pain. I speak about my recent Month-long meditation and what I have noticed since not practicing daily, and one tip I find useful with meditating.
One of the biggest things we talk about in this episode, is remembering that we can only control that which is within our control. And approaching stressful situations in a calm manner where possible. Why you can prepare the best you can, but still on the day things won’t always go to plan, but reflecting on the experience is beneficial for moving forward.
We talk about social media, including Instagram Reels, TikTok - and the benefits of utilising Social Media. I explain how I have used Instagram and Instagram Reels to source Podcast guests and material!!
Aug 28, 202001:28:49
43. Tom Evans - Professional Ultra Distance Runner. CCC winner 2018, Western States Endurance Run 2019 - first 100 miler and placing 3rd. "If you run you are a runner!"

43. Tom Evans - Professional Ultra Distance Runner. CCC winner 2018, Western States Endurance Run 2019 - first 100 miler and placing 3rd. "If you run you are a runner!"

What to Expect: Marathon Des Sables - Tom’s first Ultramarathon - becoming the first non Sub-Saharan to Podium in this Race. Not owning a GPS watch prior to MDS - yet placing top 3 What was his biggest Lesson he learnt from MDS and that experience of his first Multi Stage Race  What Tom Thinks is one of the biggest mistakes athletes make What has ultra-running taught Tom  Placing first in CCC  What did he expect going into CCC and how he approached the race How he overcame a bad race experience at CCC Western States Endurance Run 100 Mile (WSER) What was the most difficult part of WSER Tom's surprising fuel strategy for WSER Tom's thoughts on Imposter Syndrome Why tom Thinks - if you run you are a runner Tom answers a fireball round of questions you guys sent in: including favourite session, best recovery tip, hardest ever session, his go-to pre race meals, and race fuelling strategy. Tom’s biggest inspiration Tom’s biggest advice to Get Up and Get Going.. Why a strong purpose is important What Tom’s advice would be for anyone looking to get into ultra running distance Tom Evans Instagram www.instagram.com/tomevansultra/ Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/thomasagevans From 0-100 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1QNYFFhK0g&t=616s Process not Outcome https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jUf6gEYL3I Not Another Runner - Natalie Instagram: www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/ Blog: //notanotherrunner.home.blog/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/ All other links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner
Aug 20, 202001:06:11
42. Not Another Runner Podcast Celebrates 1 year!!! An Interview by Carl Orme with the Host of Not Another Runner Podcast

42. Not Another Runner Podcast Celebrates 1 year!!! An Interview by Carl Orme with the Host of Not Another Runner Podcast

Not Another Runner Podcast Celebrates its one year anniversary - 22/06/20. 

To Celebrate the occasion we hear from some of the Previous Guests of the Podcast, and I share with you the Interview I did for Carl Orme - @fighting_the_dadbod 's Instaviews. 

So instead of me interviewing someone - today you’ll get to hear me the Host being interviewed, and a little more about how I set up the Podcast, and my Profile on Instagram, why I live by the mottos: Get up and Get Going and Keep Going, my 14+ year rollercoaster of dealing with mental heath conditions, what is crucial to me with managing my mental health, the grief of losing my brother, what inspires and motivates me and how I have been managing with my injury and not being able to run. I also talk about some big Goals for the Podcast and more.


00:00-06:47 Welcome to the Final Episode of Series 2 and

to the One Year Anniversary of Not Another Runner Podcast

06:47 Andrew Fulford

7:30 Katie

09:08 Cari Brown

09:37 Laura Jones

11:06 Gabe Cox

13:39 Berni Kent

15:39 Gavin Mclean

18:11 Catrin Davies

21:14 Carly Barnes

23:01 Lizzie Dimond

25:04 Jon Flyn

26:12 Katie Tucker

31:45 Chris Green

35:14 James Shoulder

39:40 Carl Orme interviews Not Anther Runner

48:29 Shout Outs


Links

Carl Orme 

https://www.instagram.com/fighting_the_dadbod/


Natalie - Not Another Runner

Red Hot Mindset interview:

My Interview for Gabe's Podcast

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eD-yfbVc7v8&feature=youtu.be 


www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

notanotherrunner.home.blog/

All Other Links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner

Jul 05, 202001:32:30
41. Ashley Fraser @my_london_marathon - How Running a Marathon has Transformed Ashley's Life, and why we should never compare! "Each of us have our own journey and that is powerful"

41. Ashley Fraser @my_london_marathon - How Running a Marathon has Transformed Ashley's Life, and why we should never compare! "Each of us have our own journey and that is powerful"

Today's Epsiode I welcome to the Show Ashley Fraser, aka @my_london_marathon
Ashley Fraser who grew up in the Highlands of Scotland. Has moved around and lived in Dubai where she worked as Cabin Crew for Emirates Airline, she was lucky enough to travel the world and see many different place. Ashley moved from Dubai to Melbourne where she lived and worked for three years. She ran her first ever Half Marathon in 2014 and it was the toughest race she has ever ran, she didn’t take up the sport properly then until 2017 when she discovered she had a spot for the London Marathon 2018, and had to get training for her first Marathon, an experience she describes : transformed her life. I related with so many things Ashley had to say during this chat - and I have to read you what she told me about running so in Ashley’s words:
“For me, running is so much more than putting one foot in front of the other. Running is a mindset, an escape, a challenge, a way to push boundaries, a way to achieve the impossible. When I run, I zone out into my own little world and feel completely at one with myself in those moments. I escape the pressures of modern-day life and it’s just me and the road/trail ahead of me. I am motivated by how healthy I feel when I run, my body confidence and general wellbeing vastly improve. I love being part of an amazing global community where everyone encourages and supports one another. Every runner I see out there on the road or trail inspires me. Everyone has their own story and reason for running and each and every one is an inspiration.”
I loved reading this - and couldn’t not share her words - Thank you Ashley for taking the time out of your schedule and coming onto the Podcast to share your story with others, your positivity, kindness and enthusiasm is just amazing to witness, and I'm sure everyone listening today will enjoy as much as I got to enjoy chatting with you.

Links
Ashley Fraser
www.instagram.com/my_london_marathon/
www.vivination.co.uk/qa-my-running-story-with-ashley-fraser
Jon Flyn @this_man_runs 55 Challenge
www.justgiving.com/fundraising/999then55
Natalie - Not Another Runner
www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/
www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/
notanotherrunner.home.blog/
All Other Links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner
Jun 17, 202001:11:45
40. Grant Milestone - Running With Less. The Great Discovery of running with less and gaining more from life - Minimalism, Meditation, Running with Purpose and Epiphanies

40. Grant Milestone - Running With Less. The Great Discovery of running with less and gaining more from life - Minimalism, Meditation, Running with Purpose and Epiphanies

Jun 10, 202001:18:39
39. Katie Tucker @cleancoachkatie Talented Runner, Coach and Personal Trainer, Helping runners become fitter, faster, stronger. Qualifying for Championship Level and Achieving a 3:22 Marathon!

39. Katie Tucker @cleancoachkatie Talented Runner, Coach and Personal Trainer, Helping runners become fitter, faster, stronger. Qualifying for Championship Level and Achieving a 3:22 Marathon!

Today’s Guest is Katie Tucker — aka Clean Coach Katie. Katie is of course another runner, she is also a Personal Trainer and Run Coach, helping Runners become fitter, faster stronger! Interestingly, Katie is a fellow Podcast Host, her Podcast being The Running Hub.

Katie is a strong and talented runner, today she tells us how she got into running, and progressed in the Marathon, and how a bad Race Experience at London Marathon’s Record Breaking Temperatures in 2018 impacted upon her confidence, but how she was able to come back stronger and then qualify for Championship Level entry at the London Marathon 2019 and how she achieved a 3:22 Marathon PB at that London Marathon in 2019.

Katie also tells us how she transitioned from being a Project Manager to Coaching other athletes and running, including how she managed full time work and her Personal Trainer Course and then building her business alongside working 4 days a week!

It was so great being able to catch up with Katie and talking to her about her running story and how she was able to make her dream become a reality. Katie’s passion for running, her job as a coach and her athletes was so evident in this conversation and it was incredibly inspiring and motivating, especially hearing how she has adapted during these times to ensure she is providing what her athletes need.


Links

Katie Tucker

www.instagram.com/cleancoachkatie/

The Running Hub Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-running-hub/id1498194524

All Other Links: linktr.ee/cleancoachkatie

Natalie - Not Another Runner

www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

notanotherrunner.home.blog/

All Other Links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner


May 27, 202001:11:31
38. Sahar Khan - Triathlete, Runner, Ultrarunner, 2 x Ironman and Founder of My Finish Line. Passionate and Dedicated Athlete

38. Sahar Khan - Triathlete, Runner, Ultrarunner, 2 x Ironman and Founder of My Finish Line. Passionate and Dedicated Athlete

This episode is sponsored by Jaybird Sport. As a Not Another Runner Podcast Listener you can get a 10% discount if you use code: notanother10 [case sensitive] ad their website jaybirdsport.com
Sahar Khan is a runner, a triathlete and the Founder and Developer of My Finish Line. My Finish Line is a platform where you can upload and download training plans for a distance and/or event, along with tips from real athletes at all levels helping people achieve their goals in fitness and endurance sports. Sahar from Pembrokeshire, West Wale, like myself and a is a fellow Pembrokeshire Harriers club member.
Sahar started running in 2015, and was very fortunate to be approached the following year for a Charity Spot in the London Marathon. Since then Sahar has gone on to train in Triathlon, completing two Full Ironmans, and a 43 mile Ultramarathon - in Storm Ciara 2020!
Tune in to hear how Sahar discovered running, and then Triathlon and the World of Ironamn and then Ultra-running, and how she was able to turn her vision of having training plans and tips accessible to athletes of all levels and experience and all for free, via her own website.
Links
Sahar Khan
www.instagram.com/saharkhankhan/
My Finish Line
www.instagram.com/myfinishlineuk/
www.myfinishline.co.uk/
Saundersfoot Triathlon
www.saundersfoottriathlon.com/
Brecon to Cardiff Ultra
www.runwalkcrawl.co.uk/brecon-to-cardiff-winter
www.runultra.co.uk/Events/Brecon-to-Cardiff
Natalie - Not Another Runner
www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/
www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/
notanotherrunner.home.blog/
All Other Links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner
May 14, 202001:07:17
4. Laura Jones: 'Brightening the World one person at a time' @lauraellenj

4. Laura Jones: 'Brightening the World one person at a time' @lauraellenj

Laura started running 3 years ago, and has already ran a marathon, and completed an Endure24 event..and is chipping away at her Running Goals, she works incredibly hard between her job, being a mum, blogging for herself and the Bad Ass Mother Runners, and she is also chair of the School Governors - she is super busy but she still gets her training done..and encourages others to get active - always! [see below for the Active Summer Challenge Link].

Laura is honestly such an inspiring woman - she has a heart of gold, she is so kind and caring and it really shows, she is passionate and this is evident in the Podcast. Laura has some great advice and words of encouragement.  her feed on Instagram is so uplifting, she just puts a smile on my face… I could go on and on... but I’ll skip right to it so you can listen in on the Podcast. 


Laura's Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/lauraellenj/

Laura's Link Tree:

linktr.ee/lauraellenj

Active Summer Challenge:

https://laurajonesfitness.com/active-summer-challenge/

Laura's Blog Post for Bad Ass Mother Runner's Blog:

https://www.badassmotherrunners.co.uk/blog/mumguilt

Laura's Blog Post: Far from love at first sight:

https://laurajonesfitness.com/2018/12/08/far-from-love-at-first-sight/

Natalie

Not Another Runner:

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Blog:

https://notanotherrunner.home.blog/


Easy Thrills Podcast:

https://anchor.fm/easythrills

My interview with Tom Bell:

https://anchor.fm/easythrills/episodes/Natalie-Hawkins---Not-another-runner-e488pg


FlipBelt:

https://flipbelt.co.uk/

Use Code: ezthrills10 for a 10% discount until the end of June!






May 10, 202001:24:27
3. Chris Green: The Road to World Marathon Majors @Chris_X_runs
May 10, 202001:06:30
37. Andrew Fulford - Enthuse Life Podcast Host, non-runner to ultrarunner in 1 year. 85km Ultra on Treadmill "Running to find my best self in every stride and be present in the here and now"

37. Andrew Fulford - Enthuse Life Podcast Host, non-runner to ultrarunner in 1 year. 85km Ultra on Treadmill "Running to find my best self in every stride and be present in the here and now"

Today I welcome to the show a fellow Podcast Host Andrew Fulford of the Enthuse Life Podcast, : A Podcast “guided by his untamed enthusiasm for life - sharing stories of guests who are forward thinking, inspiring, passionate in spirituality, wellness and adventure, campaigning and entrepreneurship” and of course a passion for endurance. Basically all of my favourite things!

Andrew is of course another runner, a newbie runner as he has called himself before.

Andrew recently undertook an epic challenge: the Home Ultra Treadmill - HUT85k as it became known. Andrew was due to run the Madeira Island Ultramarathon the other weekend, but the event was of course cancelled - given that Andrew felt fit and training had gone so well, he wanted to put his hard work and good fitness to the test.

He ran the 85 km all on his treadmill at home in his lounge - all to raise vital funds for the Running Charity.

What to Expect:

  • How and Why Andrew got into running
  • Why he went on to run longer and train for an ultra marathon
  • The Mistakes he made in the lead up to his first Ultra
  • Top Tips he’d give anyone thinking of moving to ultra marathons
  • Andrew’s #WhyIRun
  • What Benefits Andrew has discovered from Running
  • The Enthuse Life Podcast
  • The Homebound Ultra Treadmill 85k
  • The Running Charity - Why he Chose them
  • How he’s coping during current climate
  • Current and Future Goals


Links

Andrew Fulford

www.instagram.com/andrewfulf/

www.justgiving.com/fundraising/85k

All Other Links: linktr.ee/andrewfulford

The Running Charity

https://www.therunningcharity.org/

Madeira Island Ultra-Trail

https://www.miutmadeira.com/en/

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia

https://www.instagram.com/utsrace/

www.utsrace.com

Natalie - Not Another Runner

www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

notanotherrunner.home.blog/

All Other Links: linktr.ee/notanotherrunner

May 08, 202001:27:03
36. Kieran Alger - @manvmiles Experienced Runner, Ultrarunner "Pushing Boundaries, Aiming High and Achieving Goals" - one of the Runtesters. 112 Half and Full Marathons, 12 Ultras and 100 miler

36. Kieran Alger - @manvmiles Experienced Runner, Ultrarunner "Pushing Boundaries, Aiming High and Achieving Goals" - one of the Runtesters. 112 Half and Full Marathons, 12 Ultras and 100 miler

This episode is sponsored by Jaybird Sport.

As a Not Another Runner Listener you can get a 10% Discount if you use code notanother10 [case sensitive] at their Website jaybirdsport.com


Kieran Alger, a runner, and ultrarunner popularly known by his Instagram handle @manvmiles is one of the four runners who make up the Run Testers. Kieran is a freelance journalist who over time has fortunately been able to combine his work with his hobby, he tests the latest running merchandise, products and technology and is very knowledgeable when it comes to running gear.

He is also a very experienced runner, having completed 46 Marathons, 56 Half Marathons, 12 Ultramarathons and a 100 miler and placed in the top 100 runners @ Marathon Des Sables in 2015.

Kieran is dedicated in pushing boundaries, aiming high and achieving goals and shares his vast knowledge of everything running that he has learnt with others.

His Blog (see Links below) is an incredible portal to all things running, so if you are looking for the latest tech, shoes, or advice on fuelling, fitness and racing look no further for honest, experienced and detailed advice and information.

What to Expect:

  • How Kieran began running
  • What made him want to run longer
  • His Marathon Des Sables Experience and why he's reccommend this race
  • His current and future goals 
  • How he is coping during the current circumstances
  • How we can remain motivated despite the current climate, and cancelled events
  • Why in running we have to be kind to ourselves
  • How Manvmiles started
  • Kieran's #WhyIRun
  • The Runtesters


Links

Kieran Alger

www.instagram.com/manvmiles/

Blog:

www.manvmiles.co.uk/

All links for ManVMiles and The Run Testers:

https://lnk.bio/rmrK

Natalie - Not Another Runner

Instagram:

www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Blog:

//notanotherrunner.home.blog/

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

All other links:

linktr.ee/notanotherrunner


Marathon Des Sables:

https://marathondessables.co.uk/

Laverado Ultra Trail 

https://www.ultratrail.it/en/ 

Apr 30, 202001:09:02
35. Mimi Anderson -@marvellousmimi - Endurance Athlete, Multiple Guinness World Record Holder, “I am capable of a lot more than I think I am” What Motivates and Inspires Mimi.

35. Mimi Anderson -@marvellousmimi - Endurance Athlete, Multiple Guinness World Record Holder, “I am capable of a lot more than I think I am” What Motivates and Inspires Mimi.

This episode is sponsored by Jaybird Sport.

As a Not Another Runner Listener you can get a 10% Discount if you use code notanother10 [case sensitive] at their Website jaybirdsport.com

Today’s guest has some incredible achievements to talk about, and I am so honoured to be able to share her story with you. Today’s guest, is of course another runner - nowadays she often calls herself a byclist* as Mimi calls it, as she has fallen in love with cycling. 

Her CV of Running achievements is incredibly long, and I feel I could never truly justify it with an introduction - but I am going to do my very best: 

Today’s guest is none other than the Marvellous Mimi - yes - Mimi Anderson, a British Three-time Guinness World Record Holder,  an Ultra Runner who took up running at the age of 36 - and within a very short space of time took on the incredible challenge of Marathon Des Sables - a 250km Race across the Sahara Desert. in 2007 she Completed the epic 6633 in the Arctic - a 352(.64) mile extreme ultra marathon race - where she WAS THE Overall winner & set the course record -at 143 hrs 23 mins. In 2008 Mimi set a World Record running John o’groats to land’s end - running the 840 miles in 12 days 15 hrs 46 mins.

Mimi completed a Double Comrades in 2009 and was the 1st Female & 4th person to ever achieve this! In 2010 Mimi Set a New Course Record with an incredible time of 28 hours 12 minutes at the 145 mile non-stop race along the Grand Union Canal In 2011 she completed a Double Crossing of Badwater - a 292 mile ultra marathon in Death Valley and became the Female course record holder. completing the 292 miles in 108 hrs (which at the time was the 3rd fastest ever crossing). 

In 2012 she set a World Record for running 345 miles from Top to Bottom of Ireland, taking her 3 days and 15 hours. some of her other achievements include Spartathlon, and placing 3rd female in the 2011 race and first Brit home, she achieved the Female performance of the Year in 2012 for her fastest crossing of Ireland, Mimi Completed a Double Grand Union Canal Race in 2013 , The 145 mile non-stop race takes place from Birmingham to Little Venice in London. Mimi began the Double from Little Venice running to Birmingham in 31hrs 50 mins then returning with the race from Birmingham back to Little Venice in 36hrs 49 mins. She is the only person to have ever achieved this. 

Mimi also completed the 135 Mile Cyprus Ultra Marathon, 


What to Expect

  • How Mimi got into running 
  • How she became non-runner to Ultrarunner within just 18 months, 
  • What drew her to Marathon Des Sables 
  • How she found that experience @ Marathon Des Sables 
  • How she fell poorly during this race, but managed to finish the race still 
  • What drew Mimi to the world of Ultra-running 
  • Mimi’s Grand Union Canal Race - and setting the course record in 2010 28 hours 12 minutes 
  • 6633 Extreme Ultramarathon in the Arctic 2007 
  • Setting the Record in 2008 for the fastest female running form John O’Groat’s to Land’s End [840 miles 12 days 15 hrs 46 mins.] 
  • Running Across America - Mimi’s World Record Attempt - and one of the biggest decisions she has ever had to make 
  • What motivates and inspires Mimi 
  • What Mimi thinks makes up a successful mindset 
  • Beyond Impossible - Mimi’s current book available to order
  •  What does Mimi’s Active Lifestyle look like nowadays 
  • Taking her love for endurance to cycling 
  • Mimi’s Upcoming Challenges
Apr 21, 202001:22:17
34. Sarah Price @all_these_things_that_ive_run Clinical Psychologist: Coping Mechanisms during Covid 19

34. Sarah Price @all_these_things_that_ive_run Clinical Psychologist: Coping Mechanisms during Covid 19

Sarah is of course another runner, a Marathoner, and PMG Athete. She is a wife and mother to two and a clinical psychologist. /

This episode is a Bonus episode and a special one too, Sarah offers lots of reassuring advice and support for us all during these difficult and uncertain times we currently face with Covid 19 and the present Lockdown we have here in the UK, and the social distancing and isolating rules we experience globally.

I hope you can find some comfort from this episode, and check some of the resources listed below. Get in touch with Sarah via Instagram, and do show her your support for this episode.

Thank you Sarah immensely, for your advice, support and your time, during a busy schedule; advice and support which will undoubtedly be of comfort and use to so many of us right now.

What to Expect;

  • How Sarah got into running
  • Sarah’s Goals this year for her running
  • The Benefits of Routine & Sleep
  • How to remain motivated
  • Coping Mechanisms during these times
  • Benefits and beauty of communication
  • How to support children in distress
  • Journalling
  • Finding your wont tools that work for YOU


Resources

Sarah’s Instagram:

(Head here and check the Covid 19 Highlight for helpful resources and ways to manage)

www.instagram.com/all_these_things_that_ive_run/

PMG Coaching

https://www.instagram.com/pmgcoaching/

A range of online educational courses and resources to people with experience of mental illness, from service users to their family, friends and staff;

https://www.recoverycollegeonline.co.uk/

How To Cope During Covid 19

https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/novel-corona-virus-covid-19/managing-anxiety/

A very helpful Article:

How to respond effectively to the Corona crisis

by Dr Russ Harris, author of The Happiness Trap

https://www.baps.org.uk/content/uploads/2020/03/FACE-COVID-by-Russ-Harris-pdf-pdf.pdf

Some very helpful resources, including Webinars via the below Page:

New Zealand Institute of Wellbeing & Resilience

https://www.facebook.com/NZIWR/

including the Active Coping Calendar:

https://www.facebook.com/185460575332199/posts/636157073595878/?d=n

Natalie - Not Another Runner

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Blog/Facebook

https://linktr.ee/notanotherrunner

Apr 15, 202001:16:29
33. Scott Jenkins: Welshman, Ultrarunner. 2,000 miles across America, First Welshman to complete MOAB 240, qualified for Badwater 135. "Live Like You Want to be Remembered"d

33. Scott Jenkins: Welshman, Ultrarunner. 2,000 miles across America, First Welshman to complete MOAB 240, qualified for Badwater 135. "Live Like You Want to be Remembered"d

Scott Jenkins, is a Welsh ultrarunner from Penarth, now based in London.

Scott is an Operation Smile Uk And Squirrel’s Nut Butter ambassador, he has been a guest and speaker at the Notional Running Show and has raised money for different charities over the years including Operation Smile.

He is the brother to Rhys Jenkins who was a guest on Episode 29 of the Podcast.

He has an incredible List of running achievements, which could never be justified by an introductions, however - here are just a couple;

Scott and Rhys and their friend also completed 2,000 miles across America from Boston to Austin to raise money for different charities which was actually, technically one of their first ultra marathons - and furthest distance to date.

Scott, like his brother has completed the Grand Canal Slam which includes

145 mile Grand Union Canal Race, 145 Mile Kennet & Avon Canal Race and the 130 Mile Leeds -Liverpool Canal Race - achieving the Grand Canal Slam.

He and his brother have ran across Iceland - 250 miles.

He became the first Welshman to complete the MOAB 240 Mile in Utah, a 240 mile footrace through desert, canyons, rock, and two mountain ranges.

Excitingly, this year Scott has now qualified for Badwater 135 - the second Welshman to qualify - second to his Brother Rhys.

Both Rhys and Scott have achieved so much in their running careers, and have raised a very respectable amount of money for charity, they are both so very kind and supportive and a credit to the Running and Ultra Running Community.

What to Expect:

  • How Scott started running
  • Running 2,000 mile from Boston to Austin a 75 Day Running Challenge
  • How they trained and prepared for the 2,000 mile run across America
  • What was the toughest element of this 2,000 mile challenge
  • What Scott learnt about himself during this challenge.
  • His MOAB Ultra Experience - 92 hours running and managing the range of temperatures of -8 to 30 degrees
  • His experience of hallucinations during the race
  • Top tips for Ultrarunning
  • What he thinks it takes to be an endurance runner
  • His Challenges he has set for this year including Badwater
  • Badwater 135 application process
  • How he will train for Badwater - specifically heat training
  • How he will be making the most of mindset hacks to aid him with his training and running Badwater 135
  • Scott’s #WhyIRun
  • Why it’s important to do make time for friends & family but also to do good


LINKS

Scott Jenkins

instagram.com/scottjjenkins/

operationsmile.org.uk/

MOAB 240

http://www.moab200.com/

Badwater 135

www.badwater.com/

Natalie - Not Another Runner

Instagram:

instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

All Other Links

linktr.ee/notanotherrunner

Apr 14, 202001:26:06
32. Samantha Harrison - Everyday Runner to Elite Runner in just 2 years!! Placing 2nd @ The Official Big Half, in 71 minutes and being selected for GB in the World Half Marathon Championships

32. Samantha Harrison - Everyday Runner to Elite Runner in just 2 years!! Placing 2nd @ The Official Big Half, in 71 minutes and being selected for GB in the World Half Marathon Championships

Today’s episode - is an everyday runner who has quickly turned to elite. 

After a low period in her life in 2018 - today’s guest started running in order to have something to focus on, she trained for her first half Marathon - the Robin Hood Half Marathon, jut 6 weeks out - and went on to achieve a 1:24! 84 minutes In her first half Marathon!!

Today’s guest is Samantha Harrison, who recently placed 2nd at the British Half Marathon Championships, @ The Official Big Half, achieving a 71 minute Half Marathon and has been selected for the World Half Marathon Championships where she will represent Great Britiain. And all, after just two years of running, and only having had a coach for 6 months!!!

Sam is a full time dental nurse, working on her feet all day from 8 until 6, and is just 25 years old. Alongside her full-time job she is currently training at an elite level, normally twice daily and 7 days a week, taking a rest day once a fortnight maybe.

Sam is incredibly busy, and bless her she found the time to have a conversation just 2 weeks after the Big Half, now because of the crazy schedule Sam lives by - we recorded this chat whilst she was in the bath - because when you work the number of hours Sam does, and train like she does - every second and every minute counts…. Poor Sam hadn’t even eaten when we chatted - this was a Monday evening @ 8pm, and Sam needed to eat and was up again the following morning at 5 am to train again - So I thank you Sam again for taking the time to chat with me so that everyone can hear your incredible story!

I must stress again - that Sam is just two years into her running career! It is absolutely insane - how well Samantha has done already, and it is so clear that Sam faces an incredible career ahead and I wish you all the very best in the World Half Marathon Championships, and for your future career!


What to Expect in this episode:

  • How/when Sam started running
  • How she achieved a 1:24 in her first half despite lack of training
  • The British Half Marathon Championships at The Official Big Half, her hopes and goals prior to the race
  • Her aims for the World Half Marathon Championships this year
  • Adjusting to the new life of training at an elite level 
  • What Sam’s Training Schedule looks like
  • The reality of training at elite level, and how Sam juggles full time work with her training schedule
  • Do’s and Don’t’s To Race Day and Endurance Running


Samantha Harrison 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/samanthaharrison95/


Jaybird Sport

www.jaybirdsport.com  - enter code: notanother10 for 10% Discount 


Natalie - Not Another Runner

www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

notanotherrunner.home.blog/

www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

Mar 31, 202001:10:25
31. @Fitcetera - George Spenceley "Finding Confidence & Strength in Fitness" Marathoner and Crossfitter, Exercise Enthusiast, Jaybird Ambassador

31. @Fitcetera - George Spenceley "Finding Confidence & Strength in Fitness" Marathoner and Crossfitter, Exercise Enthusiast, Jaybird Ambassador

George Spenceley AKA @Fitcetera is a keen runner, and exercise enthusiast, who’s practiced Crossfit. George is an ambassador for Jaybird Sport, Endurance Europe, Westlab Salts, and Compex UK, she is also a Runner for the SD Run Crew. George took up Running in 2008, she initially juggled both Running & Crossift. She’s currently taken a break from the latter in order to focus purely on her running, and dedicating the required time to strive for her goals. George is an incredibly driven and goal orientated woman, she clearly works hard with any endeavours she sets herself - and she really is an inspiring and motivating individual. Her curiosity and thirst for knowledge is both refreshing and admirable. George is such an amazing person - she is both kind and supportive and I wish George all the success in the years to come. 


https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus


 Jaybird Wireless Headphones - Enter code:   notanother10    for 10% discount 

 https://www.jaybirdsport.com 


Fitcetera - George Spenceley

 Instagram: www.instagram.com/fitcetera/ 

Blog:  fitcetera.co.uk

All other Links:  https://linktr.ee/fitcetera 


Resources - Managing Mental Health 

 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines/ 

https://www.mind.org.uk/ https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/ 

https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ 

https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/coronavirus 


Natalie - Not Another Runner 

www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/ 

notanotherrunner.home.blog/ 

www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner/

All other links: https://linktr.ee/notanotherrunner 

Mar 24, 202002:13:41
30. Gabe Cox - Red Hot Mindset “helping others break through the mental barriers in the race of life ; We are more capable than we think” - Boston Qualifier and Finisher, Author and Mindset Coach

30. Gabe Cox - Red Hot Mindset “helping others break through the mental barriers in the race of life ; We are more capable than we think” - Boston Qualifier and Finisher, Author and Mindset Coach

Gabe Cox is married and mother to three boys, she is a Runner, and an author from Minnesota America. She is also a Gymnastics and Running Coach, and a Mindset Coach. Gabe’s Brand:
Red Hot Mindset was set up to help others break through mental barriers in the race of life; to break down those barriers in pursuit of a goal. Gabe’s mission to help others overcome their mental barriers in life to achieve their goals. And we get to chat all things goal orientated, running related - we speak about Gabe’s Book Mind Over Marathon, and how it can help you, and we talk about her Marathon story and how she managed to qualify for Boston and get a 42 minute PB!!
This chat was so empowering and up-lifting. Just before me and Gabe recorded - I had had a couple of rocky days and definitely didn’t feel myself, so I’m hoping I still managed to deliver as well as could be considering the circumstances at the time.
Despite this I loved chatting with Gabe and honestly felt like she had read my mind with several things she mentioned including the noteworthy mention of community - I said not long ago how vitally important this is in order for us to achieve our goals, and the importance of being kind and supportive in each other’s pursuits… so I hope you find your cheerleaders, as Gabe mentions in this chat, because THAT is what we all need - others who motivate and inspire us and encourage us with our goals, not the opposite. I really hope you enjoy this chat, and take away a great deal from it, as I did, let me know if you enjoyed… speak soon!
What to expect
Gabe’s background - how she became a coach and specifically a Mindset coach
What Gabe and Ret Hot Mindset can offer
How being busy can be detrimental to us, and why we should tactfully review and eliminate certain roles and tasks from life
Prioritising : “We don’t have to be ‘ALL’ to everybody”
Making Sure we take time for ourselves
Why Visualisation is so important especially while racing
the Power of Positivity and Affirmations
How Gabe went from 4:12- 3:30 in the Marathon, qualifying for Boston on her third attempt
Importance of having something else lined up after a Major Goal/Event
Biggest lesson learnt from the Marathon, her BQ and her experience
Do’s and Don’ts to Marathon Training
Top three tips with achieving Goals

Links
Running Awards
To Vote for Not Another Runner Podcast:
[Remember - placing 3 votes can get you a Running Discount]
therunningawards.com/#vote
Gabe Cox
Red Hot Mindset
www.instagram.com/redhotmindset/
www.redhotmindset.com/
Natalie - Not Another Runner
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/
Blog/Facebook
linktr.ee/notanotherrunner
www.facebook.com/notanotherrunner
Mar 10, 202001:12:08
29. Rhys Jenkins - Welsh Ultrarunner, 2,000 miles across America, Grand Canal Slam; Badwater 135 - How Going slower can help you go further. "I’ve learnt a lot more from my failures than my successes

29. Rhys Jenkins - Welsh Ultrarunner, 2,000 miles across America, Grand Canal Slam; Badwater 135 - How Going slower can help you go further. "I’ve learnt a lot more from my failures than my successes

Todays guest is Rhys Jenkins, He is an ambassador for CF Warriors, an Ultrarunner from Penarth, Cardiff South wales. He was an Olympic Torch Bearer in the London Olympics in 2012, as recognition for the money he has raised for Charity, he has raised over 100,000 for charity over the years. He has completed some crazy runs during his time of running, including The 145 MILE Grand Union Canal Race, 145 MILE Kennet & avon Canal AND the 130 MILE Leeds Liverpool Canal Race - achieving the Grand CANAL SLAM He has also ran 100 miles from Cardiff to Aberystwyth, 250 mile across Iceland, completed 270 Mile double crossing of the famous Badwater Marathon Route, in Death Valley, he went on to complete Badwater 135 Last Year… the toughest foot race there is.. AND he ran 2,000 miles across America from Boston to Austin, as his FIRST Ultramarathon and where did his love for running star? In Llanelli at the Half Marathon, in Wales, which was one of my first Half Marathons. Rhys is the Race Director of Pegasus Ultra Running - endurance races; he and his wife set up Pegasus Ultra Running, and one thing they pride themselves on - no cut off times, which I love. Rhys is such a lovely guy, he has so much time for everyone, and he is a credit to the ultra-running and running community. What to expect: How Rhys Started running His first Marathon Experience in Las Vegas Running 2,000 mile from Boston to Austin a 75 Day Running Challenge (Rhys’ first Ultramarathon) Running 100 Miler from Cardiff to Aberystwyth His Thoughts on Injuries Top tips for Ultrarunning What he thinks it takes to be an endurance runner His incredible Challenges he has set for this year including Badwater Ultra Cup Pegasus Ultra Badwater 135 2019 Experience and Being selected for 2020 How he managed to continue @ Badwater after Collapsing Badwater 135 application process Links Running Awards To Vote for Not Another Runner Podcast: [Remember - placing 3 votes can get you a Running Discount] http://therunningawards.com/#vote  Rhys Jenkins Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rjenko11/ Pegasus Ultra Running: https://www.pegasusultrarunning.com/ CF Warriors https://www.instagram.com/cfwarriorsorg/ Billy Yang’s Life in a Day - an absolute MUST WATCH (Western States 100) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYgcTJBLwsU&t=1215s Natalie - Not Another Runner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/ Blog/Facebook https://linktr.ee/notanotherrunner
Mar 03, 202001:14:17
28. Dr. Gavin McClean (PhD, Bsc) @running_smarter - How YOU can be running SMARTER - Exercise Physiologist, Avid Runner.

28. Dr. Gavin McClean (PhD, Bsc) @running_smarter - How YOU can be running SMARTER - Exercise Physiologist, Avid Runner.

What to expect in this Episode: Top Tips that we as runners - may not not know but should know Benefits of HIIT Training Chronic:Acute Workload Importance of an A, B and C Race/Goal SMART and SMARTER goal setting What is Running Smarter.. what it could offer you as a runner Heart Rate Training & Variables Strength Training ideals for runners Benefits of running slow to run fast the Big debate of Stretching! Importance of Warming up/cooling down Gavin’s Big Goal for 2020! The Big Debate of Stretching Links Running Awards - To Vote for Not Another Runner Podcast [Remember - placing 3 votes can get you a Running Discount http://therunningawards.com/#vote  Blogs > Vlog, Pod and Microblog > Not Another Runner Podcast Gavin McClean https://www.runningsmarter.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/running_smarter/ https://linktr.ee/running_smarter Acute : Chronic Workload [via the British Journal of Sports Medicine] https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/50/4/231 Natalie - Not Another Runner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/ Blog: https://notanotherrunner.home.blog/ Podcast Insights https://www.podcastinsights.com/podcast-statistics/
Feb 15, 202001:24:59
27. Ian Arnold @ianrunsldn - “you do you!” Devoted Father, Dedicated Runner Story of transformation

27. Ian Arnold @ianrunsldn - “you do you!” Devoted Father, Dedicated Runner Story of transformation

Ian Arnold, aka @ianrunsldn is a Runner, a Father and an SDruncrew (Sports Direct Running) He is also a Jaybird ambassador. He is a dedicated runner and devoted father, he is a brilliant character - so personable and easy to talk to. He is full of wisdom, and not afraid to speak up.
Ian was a swimmer when he was younger, and played football, until he left sport and exercise behind and preferred to drink and party.. Ian nowadays though has transformed himself and his life. He was incredibly fortunate to obtain a London Marathon Ballot place in the 2016 event, this was Ian's first Ballot attempt, and his first Marathon experience.
Ian's reasons for running are big, and the affect he has upon his young daughter are credit to him as a person, and his dedication to his running, and wellbeing. He is a not only a devoted father, boyfriend, and dedicated runner but he works hard and manages to juggle Marathon Training with family and life and work, and the reason he is able to do so is down to his incredible resilience and epic self-determination and of course his purpose and his Why's.
He has some Big goals this year, which he tells us a little of...

What else to expect:
Why and How Running has changed Ian’s life
Ian’s Reason to run and his #WhyIRun
Ian’s very controversial (to runners) stance on Sleep and Routine
How Ian’s active lifestyle started but then fell at they wayside until he later discovered running
Why Ian opts to self-coach
Why we shouldn’t let a bad run consume us
Do’s and Don’t to Marathon Training

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Ian Arnold
www.instagram.com/ianrunsldn/
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Feb 08, 202001:52:28
26. James Shoulder @shoulder_runner - Talented runner, self-motivated, 3:18 Marathoner. "You're the only one who can create your own (true) happiness"
Dec 11, 201901:06:46
25. Jon Flynn - aka @this_man_runs : Running Home For Christmas - Raising Money for those with limited food and shelter

25. Jon Flynn - aka @this_man_runs : Running Home For Christmas - Raising Money for those with limited food and shelter

Dec 02, 201901:45:25
24. Liz Warner - Run to Reach. A Woman on a Mission. 30 Marathons before 30 raising money for local charities globally - Supporting & Empowering Women. "Say yes to a crazy idea!"

24. Liz Warner - Run to Reach. A Woman on a Mission. 30 Marathons before 30 raising money for local charities globally - Supporting & Empowering Women. "Say yes to a crazy idea!"

Today's guest is Liz Warner, a 29 year old woman with a major mission. Liz has challenged herself to complete 30 Marathons before she turns 30 in June 2020, but not only that - she created this mission: Run to Reach. Running the Marathons in different locations across the World and raising money for local charities, supporting women-focussed NGO's in each of the countries. In her words she's "Helping locally by running globally."

Liz does not class herself as  fast runner, and her purpose and her #WhyIRun is far more profound than chasing times and PB's, striving for calm: for a peaceful flow of mind, Liz states "it's far more than putting one foot in front of the other."

By the end of the mission Liz will have completed marathons in 30 different locations including Western Sahara, Guatemala, Mongolia, Sierra Leone, Chile, and Antarctica,

When Liz Thought up this idea and challenge - she was on her honeymoon, and hoped to continue working freelance to fit in with the project. Liz has since had to take time out of work as the mission has required her time and dedication. Despite completing 14 Marathons this year and travelling across the world, and to some remote and less developed countries and areas of the world, the hardest and most demanding part of the project for Liz has been the administrative side of this mission; the work required to liaising with all 20 different NGO's and organising flights, accommodation and everything that goes with the logistics required to support this mission and make it possible.

If you aren’t convinced yet to support Liz and her mission and her goal of raising $100,000 - then please listen to Liz’ story;  what motivates and inspires her. Towards the end of the show I ask her for three pieces of advice to give to others to take away in life - something that we should all listen to. And remember you can say YES to a crazy idea, you will never know where it may take you in life. 

Links

Liz Warner

https://www.instagram.com/runtoreach/

http://runtoreach.com/about/

To donate: https://fundly.com/runtoreach

https://www.facebook.com/runtoreach/


Natalie - Not Another Runner

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Blog:

https://notanotherrunner.home.blog/



Nov 28, 201901:04:23
23. Cari Brown @therunninglifeofcari - "Running to keep the crazy at bay" - Marathon Runner
Nov 23, 201901:05:00
22. Simon Grace @runfatboyrun2017 - "Because I can!" From non-runner to Marathon runner & running his first, second and third marathon this year, 2019.

22. Simon Grace @runfatboyrun2017 - "Because I can!" From non-runner to Marathon runner & running his first, second and third marathon this year, 2019.

Nov 14, 201956:00
21. Carly Barnes @girl_run_the_shire "Running for Freedom" - Becoming & Believing - yes you are a runner!

21. Carly Barnes @girl_run_the_shire "Running for Freedom" - Becoming & Believing - yes you are a runner!

Carly, a wife and mother of two started running around three years ago. Unfortunately like many, Carly did not identify herself as a Runner immediately, until one day she no longer judged herself and had fallen in love with running and then saw herself as a runner. 

Now - Carly loves to get outdoors, she loves running the trails with friends; Opting to run with others and socialise over any lone runs.

Carly has had an epic year, from completing her first 10k in September 2018, to running her first half the Forest of Dean Half in March 2019, to falling into longer distances; tackling a trail Marathon and then taking on the Threshold Trail Series' Race to The Tower Ultra-marathon and running 41 miles!!! Sadly injury dictated the end to her day, and meant Carly could not finish the race, but nonetheless Carly has achieved and gained so much in just a small space of time. Along the journey she has made great friends, and has inspired her daughters, she has raised money for brilliant charities, and become an Ambassador for the incredible movement and mission that is Runners Heal. 

A beautifully inspiring person, with big goals set for 2020. 


Links:

Carly Barnes

girl_run_the_shire Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/girl_run_the_shire/ 

Threshold trail Series

https://www.thresholdtrailseries.com/

Natalie - Not Another Runner

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Blog:

https://notanotherrunner.home.blog/

Twelve Day Marathon

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/twelvedaymarathon/

Website:

http://www.twelvedaymarathon.com/

Runners Heal

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/runnersheal/

Website:

https://www.runners-heal.com/



Nov 07, 201901:20:51
20. Catrin Davies - @runningwithcatrin - "You never regret going!", Juggling life, work and studying for a masters with running, swimming and cycling.
Nov 03, 201901:08:35
19. James Dunn @MorningCoffe - Determined Endurance Athlete. From non-runner to Marathon Runner in 8 months. "Always Forward - Forward Always"
Oct 13, 201901:03:01
18. Mathew Coulson @mat_runsuk - ultrarunner, inspiring, transfomation story - "You've got this!!"

18. Mathew Coulson @mat_runsuk - ultrarunner, inspiring, transfomation story - "You've got this!!"

Oct 01, 201901:02:54
17. Sophie Power @Ultra_sophie - Mother Runner, Ultramarathoner, Entrepeneur, Impact Marathon Ambassador | "Just Say YES! If something sounds crazy, just say yes - you never know what might happen!"

17. Sophie Power @Ultra_sophie - Mother Runner, Ultramarathoner, Entrepeneur, Impact Marathon Ambassador | "Just Say YES! If something sounds crazy, just say yes - you never know what might happen!"

[External Links at bottom of page]

Sophie started running 2009, she found herself signing up to the infamous Marathon des Sables before she had even run a mile, having been inspired by a friend who’d completed the multi stage event of 250+ over 7 days in 50+ degrees Celsius. Sophie has accomplished so many incredible things, including a Full Ironman with only 9 months of training, a Spartathlon - 155 mile non-stop race, Nepal Multi Stage Ultramarathon, Impact Marathon, Transgrancanaria Ultramarathon, Spine Fusion 270 mile unaided race, and a whopping 40 Ultramarathons in total.

in 2018 Sophie had qualified again for UTMB, having been unable to defer her entry to the prestigious Ultramarathon in 2014, Sophie was determined to make the start line in 2018, but the logistics soon found her just 3 months Postpartum for Race Day! Incredibly, Sophie made the start line, and was able to complete the race - all while breast feeding along the way. Sophie attributes her ability to complete this epic Ultramarathon not only to her resilience and having a true, and meaningful goal, but furthermore the team she chooses to surround herself with, and the important factor of goals and shared goals within her marriage and family. Her outlook on her achievements is incredibly humbling, and a credit to who Sophie is as a person.

Tune in to hear more about the following:

- How Sophie first got into running

- How Sophie found herself signing up to Marathon des Sables having only ever ran a mile before

How Sophie’s first race was an ultra marathon.

- Initially qualifying for UTMB in 2014 but was unable to participate

- How she qualified for UTMB a second time - but would be three months postpartum

Her initial UTMB goal and why she changed her goal

What Sophie really thinks of the UTMB Photo that went viral

The importance of engineering a good support network

How her and her husband are able to share their joy for endurance events

Nepal Multi Stage Marathon

Iceland

How Sophie signed up and completed an Ironman in just 9 months

Why you can’t compare in Ultramarathons

The Spine Fusion 270 Mile Race - unsupported race


Links:

Sophie’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/ultra_sophie/

https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/training/motivation/a776612/sophie-power-interview/

Marathon des Sables -

https://marathondessables.co.uk/

Impact Marathon

https://www.impactmarathon.com/

Spine Fusion Ultra Stage 268 Mile Race along Penine Way

https://thespinerace.com/

Natalie - Not Another Runner

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Blog:

https://notanotherrunner.home.blog/

Easy Thrills Podcast

https://anchor.fm/easythrills

Interview with Easy Thrills Podcast

https://anchor.fm/easythrills/episodes/Natalie-Hawkins---Not-another-runner-e488pg

Sep 15, 201901:34:07
16. Gemma Dracup - @gymwithgemma "Quitting is not an option, you can finish if you've got a reason" - walking two ultramarathons following injury.

16. Gemma Dracup - @gymwithgemma "Quitting is not an option, you can finish if you've got a reason" - walking two ultramarathons following injury.

Gemma AKA @gymwithgemma, is 26, originally from Surrey but now lives up North. Gemma started running when she gave herself the challenge of running a Marathon whilst she was at University, Gemma was fortunate to get into the London Marathon and she tells us all about the crazy story of her first marathon, Gemma tells us what not to do when training for a Marathon, and her advice if you do take on an endurance event. Gemma’s First Marathon experience meant she would not run for a while, but took the sport up again in 2017.

Gemma loves to hike and climb mountains, camp and generally be outdoors exploring, she believes that everyone should push themselves beyond their abilities just once - at least! She is a firm believer in - having a reason WHY, which we love here on this Podcast, she reminds us that if you have a big enough reason then you CAN finish the goal you set out to achieve. 

Gemma has been injured, and has struggled with a knee injury since she was 16, she is currently rehabilitating her injury, and is attempting to make progress with a return to running.

Despite the injury Gemma has completed two ultramarathon’s this year, including Penine Barrier Ultra 50 Mile, and Threshold Trail Series Race to the Stones 100k Race under very emotionally painful circumstances. 

Tune in to hear all about Gemma’s adventures, why she loves the outdoors so much, what motivates and inspires her, some great tips on getting outdoors, secret tips to solo adventures as she calls them, her scariest solo adventure, Why Gemma loves to go out alone exploring plus more tips to getting outdoors and enjoying your surroundings. 


Links:

Gemma’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/gymwithgemma/


Threshold trail Series

https://www.thresholdtrailseries.com/


Natalie - Not Another Runner

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Blog:

https://notanotherrunner.home.blog/


Easy Thrills Podcast

https://anchor.fm/easythrills

Interview with Easy Thrills Podcast

https://anchor.fm/easythrills/episodes/Natalie-Hawkins---Not-another-runner-e488pg


Sep 02, 201901:27:46
15. Jordan Foster aka Project Marathon Girl - Athlete & Coach, sub 3:00 Marathoner - "From chasing times to chasing Adventures"

15. Jordan Foster aka Project Marathon Girl - Athlete & Coach, sub 3:00 Marathoner - "From chasing times to chasing Adventures"

 Jordan Foster, AKA Project Marathon Girl, Athlete, Coach, Head of PMG Coaching, Marathoner and Ultrarunner. Jordan started running again 4 years ago, when she wanted to improve her fitness, and ran her first Marathon @ London Marathon 2016. Since then Jordan has put in serious work with her Marathons, attributing her successful progression of times and 2:57 Marathon to working hard, staying consistent, and being dedicated to the training process. 

Tune in to hear more about what Jordan’s running looked like at the very beginning, how she found her first Marathon Experience, and what commited and consistent training has taught her over the years, and why her goal has altered slightly these past few months. 

During the Podcast you will get to hear all about: 

-PMG Coaching, where and when the idea came 

-What Jordan’s Running looked like when she first started

-Jordan’s First Marathon Experience and how she found this

-Eastnine Fit - what is it? How it could benefit you. 

-Adidas Infinite Trails World Championships in Austria

-Race to the Stones and placing 2nd just two weeks after Infinite Trails

-What goals Jordan has next

-Jordan’s advice for running an Ultra Marathon 

-Jordan’s next epic challenge: Ultra X Jordan Ultra Marathon - 5 days, 250km in Jordan

-New York Marathon

-Why Chasing Times in the Road Marathon isn’t important to Jordan right now 

-What Jordan thinks enables her to dig deep during endurance events

-Jordan's top tips to starting running and advice for improvement 


 

Links: 

Jordan’s Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/projectmarathongirl/

Jordan’s Blog 

https://projectmarathongirl.com/blog/ 

Threshold trail Series 

https://www.thresholdtrailseries.com/ 

Natalie - Not Another Runner

Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/

Blog:

https://notanotherrunner.home.blog/ 

Easy Thrills Podcast 

https://anchor.fm/easythrills

Interview with Easy Thrills Podcast

https://anchor.fm/easythrills/episodes/Natalie-Hawkins---Not-another-runner-e488pg 



Aug 21, 201901:38:20
14. Andy @Chubs2ridgewaylife - From Non Runner to Ultra-Marathoner and an inspiring Weight-loss Journey "Never Give Up - Never Give In"

14. Andy @Chubs2ridgewaylife - From Non Runner to Ultra-Marathoner and an inspiring Weight-loss Journey "Never Give Up - Never Give In"

Andy is a father, he is newly engaged to Mel who also runs, and his son is an avid runner too. Andy has taught his son that when you try your very best, you have already won the race. Andy found running around the same time he started on a weight-loss journey back in 2014. When Andy started running he weighed around 300lbs, his running journey began with 30 seconds of running 1 minute walking, on repeats and his longer run was a 2km. Andy has since been hooked with running and has now completed some serious mileage and challenges over the years including 30 marathons and 8 ultra marathons, including the Threshold Trail Series’ Race to the Stones 100km Race several times. Andy has also completed some crazy challenges such as 26 Marathons in just one year, 7 Marathons in 7 days oh and a half marathon, on a treadmill!
Tune in to hear exactly how Andy found his love for running; what keeps him motivated; the importance of speaking up about mental health and how running and what it has brought to his life has had such a positive and life changing impact with his mental health.
This was a great chat filled with the lessons learnt along the way, and some brilliant tips on getting started with running, and running the marathon and ultra marathon distances.

Links:
Andy’s Instagram:
www.instagram.com/chubs2ridgewaylife/
Threshold trail Series
www.thresholdtrailseries.com/
Natalie - Not Another Runner
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/notanotherrunner/
Blog:
notanotherrunner.home.blog/
Easy Thrills Podcast
anchor.fm/easythrills
Interview with Easy Thrills Podcast
anchor.fm/easythrills/episodes/Natalie-Hawkins---Not-another-runner-e488pg
Aug 18, 201901:24:46