Running 44@60 - tips, ideas and advice for your first ultra marathon or marathon (Trevor Lee)

The Arc of Attrition is one of the foremost ultra running events on the UK calendar. It offers two distances – 100 miles and 50 miles.
The 100 mile event starts at midday on Friday in the Cornish fishing village of Coverack and winds its way along the coastal path via Lands End to the finish at Porthtowan on the north coast. Competitors have to reach the finish by midnight on Saturday.
The 50 mile event starts at 8:30 AM on Saturday at the iconic Minack Theatre and follows the same route to Porthtowan with competitors again having to finish by midnight on Saturday.
In this episode we meet four runners from the 50 event who had the full range of ultra running experiences from did not finish through to a gender winner.
If you are thinking of doing an ultra run or indeed this particular one then between them Richard Chynoweth,  Lucy Williams, James Skeplorn and Andy Williams offer their experiences as well as their tips and advice to help you have a successful run.
They also mention how important it is to have crew – people who will meet you on the route to ensure you have enough food and drink as well as changes of clothes and shoes if you need them.
This is episode 79 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 78 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.
Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon.
If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The Arc of Attrition is one of the foremost ultra running events on the UK calendar. It offers two distances – 100 miles and 50 miles. 

The 100 mile event starts at midday on Friday in the Cornish fishing village of Coverack and winds its way along the coastal path via Lands End to the finish at Porthtowan on the north coast. Competitors have to reach the finish by midnight on Saturday. There are cut off points along the way along with in the scene half of the race some of the most difficult terrain on the coastal path. 

In this episode we meet Stuart & Rachel Thomson. Stuart ran the 100 collecting a converted gold buckle for completing in under 30 hours (28:33). Rachel was head of Crewing, organising a support team of 6-7 to assist Stuart with changes of shoes, clothing, as well as drinks and food including marmalade rolls. 

They share their experiences with Rachel explain how the crew came together, the plans they had and how it went during the run. Stuart shares insights into being an ARC 100 competitor and tips from shoe changes to being flexible if things don't always go to plan. 

Rachel's top crewing tips revolve around meticulous preparation and having a big torch on hand for the many night time meetings with your runner. 

This is episode 80 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 79 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon.

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Run4Adventure hosted by Loyd Purvis is one of the foremost running channels on You Tube covering everything from reviews of shoes, clothing and equipment to live recordings during and on races. With over 24,000 subscribers the channel has grown at a rapid rate so much so that Loyd is now working on it full-time and aiming to produce three new videos a week.

If you want to check out a race or a piece of equipment or clothing or shoes then the Run4Adventure channel is the go to place to start that journey.

In this episode Loyd talks about the journey of the Run4Adventure channel, an exciting first sponsorship of Freedom Racing's KVK race in conjunction with Danish clothing company Saysky as well as sharing information about some of the shoes he has recently reviewed on the channel.

Loyd also offers listeners, particularly those who are thinking about running, a couple of top tips including for new runners taking on the Couch to 5k challenge

Loyd’s main tip though is at whatever level you are running at to enjoy running. 

Check out Run4Adventure on YouTube here

The Run4Adventure website here

And how to become a patron of Run4Adventure here

This is episode 81 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 80 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon.

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Bys Vyken Events  run by David Andrewartha is renowned for its imaginative, interesting, challenging and somewhat quirky running events in Cornwall. From the Cousin Jack to the St Eval Kart Circuit Marathon to the Smugglers Scuttler to the Fordh Sen Mighal and the United Downs Raceway Dave's events take in a huge variety of terrain and venues.

And each of them come with his almost legendary course and briefing  notes and on the day safety briefings.

What might not be so well known is that to date Dave and his team have raised £11500 for local charities from the events they have run.  An amazing amount. So if you are looking for some unique running events check out the Bys Vyken Events website.

In the podcast Dave shares how Bys Vyken began, we talk about the events offered for 2022 and the Cornwall Running Show which is taking place at Heartlands on Sunday April 17th.  The expo will feature a number of stands and is open from 10.30am to 3pm - you don't need a ticket for the Expo just turn up.

In the episode Dave also mentions some of his favourite events including : Shepton Mallett Prison Marathon (last one in 2022) and the Southend Pier Marathon

This is episode 82 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 81 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon.

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This episode was going to be an on the run recording during the Falmouth Half Marathon which took place on March 13th using my super duper new on the run recording device called the F2 Field Recorder from Zoom - (no relation to Zoom online recordings).

However as a podcaster you live and learn especially when it comes to the technical side and somehow yesterday I managed to press the wrong button at the wrong time, the crucial time, and ultimately I recorded absolutely nothing even our spend a whole run chatting away to people and myself!

Two people I did meet on the run who I would like to try and potentially get on this podcast were Jane Stedman who has completed over 300 marathons and Steve Young who has over 150 under his belt. if anyone knows either of them please give them a prompt to get hold of me via podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

I'm also via this episode giving away 10 or so copies of my book '12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultramarathon' – if you would like a copy all you need to do is leave a review for the podcast via your usual podcast app, then take a screenshot or something similar of the review and email it to me via podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk and don't forget to include in your email your name and postal address and I will then send you an inscribed copy of the book.

As I mention in the podcast the books I'm giving away do contain a few occasional typos and misspellings but nevertheless if you are in business and you are a runner then you will find it really useful I think, especially in added to that you are planning your first ultramarathon this year and enormously especially in that is going to be the Classic Quarter.

I also mention the KVK (Kernow Vertical Kilometre) which I'm taking part in on April 3rd and the Cornwall Running Show at which I will have a stand with my podcast recording equipment give visitors the opportunity to appear in a future episode for a couple of minutes talking about their running plans for 2022.

This is episode 83 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 82 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link:

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This episode was going to be an on the run recording during the KVK (Kernow Vertical Kilometre) which took place on April 3rd but Covid nabbed me and I wasn't able to run. Next year instead - (thanks Freedom Racing for the opportunity to defer)

So the recording for this episode took place on April 9th at the Heartlands parkrun. I had a great time in glorious weather. A big thanks to the organisers and all the volunteers. Cornwall has a whole host of great parkruns. This one is celebrating its 4th anniversary at its run on Saturday April 16th.

I was also at Heartlands so I could recce the event location for the Cornwall Running Show on April 17th at which I will have a stand with my podcast recording equipment giving visitors the opportunity to appear in a future episode for a couple of minutes talking about their running plans for 2022.

I also mention during the podcast the Endurancelife 2022 Classic Quarter on Saturday May 21st and the pasta party on Friday May 20th at which along with my running friend Edward Chapman I will be one of the speakers at the party.

I look forward to seeing listeners at both the Cornwall Running Show and the Classic Quarter Pasta Party.

This is episode 84 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 83 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon.

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Yesterday - Easter Sunday - I had a stand at the inaugural Cornwall Running Show organised by the fabulous duo of Bys Vyken Events and Tracy Waite Personal Training. 

A big thanks to Dave, Sally and Tracy for fabulous organisation and a great day.

Big thanks also to everyone who bought a copy of 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds to Children's Hospice South West including any sales via Amazon 

And to a shout out to some of the stand holders I met, some of whom I hope will be coming on this podcast and sharing their expertise - so good to meet you Umberto from Absolute 360 who Edward Chapman told me makes the best Running socks which I now own, John from Mad Hatter Sports who specialise in swim run events, Martin and Sarah from Whythra Running tours who’s Arc 50 recce runs I’ll be joining in the autumn, James from Trench who’s foot cream I shall be trying out soon and Abichal who publishes the Ultra Marathon magazine. 

I had my podcast recording kit there and I recorded eight short interviews with some amazing people from the running community. There is some background noise. So you’re going to hear from:

Carrie Glenister - 2022 - so running 2 marathons and 2 ultras with 1 kidney - Carrie's Just Giving Page and Facebook Blog

Tracy Waite - Personal Trainer but through the waite room CIC runs a walking group and a Physical Activity Community (PAC) group for men 

Dave Bettens who is running his first ultra this year - MudCrew’s south west traverse

Sian Longthorpe who as a guest speaker was going to share a transgender running story and is part of the Asics Frontrunner team

Becky Harris who is the big hand marshal at the Heartlands Parkrun

Craig Beall who is running the London Marathon for Tommys the leading UK Charity researching the causes and prevention of pregnancy complications, miscarriage, stillbirth

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Tristan Stephenson is a UK-based ultra runner who finished first in 2021 in the Serpent Trail and South-West traverse. Tristan began 2022 by taking over 30 minutes of the course record of the 100 mile Arc of Attrition finishing in 20:01:43.

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Tristan talks about his running journey as well as sharing advice and tips to current and prospective ultra runners including:

• See sleep as the best recovery tool
• Practice nutrition so establishing before your event what works for you
• Train in fasting condition so that your body gets used to burning fat 
• Not running too far in a single go in training. For a 100 mile event Tristan rarely runs beyond 26 miles.
• Do strength training alongside your running training - once or twice a week
• Rotate your shoes
• Get out and run! 

During training Tristan tends to run in heart rate zones with 80% of his training runs in zone one or occasionally in zone two with the remaining 20% of his training being speed/hill work.

At the peak of training for a ultra run Tristan will be doing 110 to 120 miles in a week but no more than marathon distance in one go but that could include back-to-back marathon distances on consecutive days.

Tristan thinks that coffee might be one of his secret weapons with the Origin brand meanwhile he turns to.

In terms of recovery Tristan advises that sleep is the best recovery tool.

On May 7th Tristan is taking part in the Thames Path 100 mile race.

Tristan and Jay Grady have their own running podcast – Trail and Error

This is episode 86 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 85 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tip

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Tracy Waite is a Cornwall-based personal trainer who works with clients 1:1, online and via a start up programme. Tracy also runs two Community Interest Companies aimed at physical and mental health well-being - Physical Activity Community (PAC) for Men which is a socially prescribed service and a Wednesday Walking Group. Find out about these groups via Tracy's web page the waite room c.i.c

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Tracy talks about personal training, her story to becoming a PT and shares some great thoughts and advice including:

• Why you should invest in self-care 
• That nothing is too small when it comes to being active - so don't think 'I only run/walked a parkrun'
• And likewise nothing is too big - everything is achievable with the right mindset, belief and action
• Everybody knows the answers they just need to say it out loud to someone who believes in them
• Start everyday with a smile

Here is a link to Tracy's website so you can find out more about what Tracy has to offer and here is a link to get in touch with Tracy

Here is the link to the Classic Quarter Pasta Party which I am speaking at on May 20th.

This is episode 87 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 86 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Absolute 360 started in 2013 when Umberto Bergonzini, a sports enthusiast, resolved to follow his passion and create a multifunctional line of clothing which could be worn for a variety of sporting activities, from running, yoga, gym to extreme sports like skiing or snowboarding.

I first met Umberto at the Cornwall Running Show in April and then again at the National Running Show South in early May.

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Umberto talks about the technical side of running clothing and how his infrared range of clothing can be of help to runners during events but particularly during recovery. 

All of the Absolute 360 range is developed, designed and finished in Italy with all the yarns, materials and technologies chosen and tested with the greatest of care.

At Absolute 360 the mission is simple and clear:  to create products that offer everyone an improved physical and physiological state of well-being. So whatever your chosen activity may be – a stroll by the sea, cycling to work or the demands of competitive sport – Absolute 360 aim to have a product for you.

Absolute 360 clothing can be worn  during any physical activity for more power and endurance, as a recovery aid after exercise, when recovering from injury, or every day for improved well-being and as part of a healthy life style.

You can discover the full range on the Absolute 360 website

Here is the link I mentioned in the episode to the Classic Quarter Pasta Party on May 20th.

This is episode 88 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 87 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In February 2019 Susannah Gill not only competed in and completed the World Marathon Challenge but broke the women’s record of running the seven marathons on seven continents in seven days.

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Susannah shares her World Marathon Challenge story from running the London Marathon for the first time to progressing to some ultras before taking on the challenge. Susannah talks about the buildup to the World Marathon Challenge and gives listeners a real feel for what it was like to be running in the cold of Antarctica one day and the heat of Cape Town the next day before finding yourself in Perth for a night run.

Susannah’s average time for all seven marathons was three hours 28 minutes with the previous record being three hours 55 minutes.

Susannah shares her training plans including doing 20 reps of 90 second sprints on a treadmill as well as progressing to back-to-back marathons and then in the December before the event running six marathons in nine days.

The training plans were put together by Mike Antoniades from The Running School

All of which are recorded in Susannah’s book ‘Running Around the World’ which can be found on her website wecanbeamazing.com

Susannah also mentioned a couple of books during the podcast which you can find here:

• Grit by Angela Duckworth
• The Art of Mental Training by DC Gonzalez

Susannah’s top three pieces of advice for would-be multi-marathon runners are:

• Firstly make sure you get decent trainers
• Secondly get support where you can especially from the rowing community
• And thirdly remember that running is such a privilege

This is episode 89 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 88 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Tracy Waite is a personal trainer based in Cornwall.
Tracy has individual personal training clients as well as running a Community Interest Company - the Waite Room - which helps people get active - from a Wednesday walking group to an outdoor training group called PAC 4 Men.

Tracy has recently also launched as part of the CIC 'Soul Runners' which she explains in the recording.

When Tracy came on the podcast a few weeks ago she kindly offered to take me out on a run through the Hayle sand dunes party because I've got this plan to run the Arc of Attrition 50 in early 2024.  Between 36 and 40 miles there is a section between Hayle and Godrevy which goes through the sand dunes. When I get there it will be dark.

We decided to record a podcast episode on the run.
I've done solo on the run recordings but this was the first one with someone else with both of us wearing recording kit.
We had a blast on a gorgeous day and I hope you enjoy the episode which reduces our 90 minute run into around 35 minutes.

This is episode 90 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 89 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

A few years ago Carrie Glenister donated one of her kidneys. Then in March 2021 Carrie started Couch to 5k but got fed up with the pace of the programme. 

So instead she went from Couch to Ultra Marathon in six months. 

The Ultra was the Saints Way a 28 mile self navigated challenge from Padstow on the north coast of Cornwall to Fowey on the south coast. 

But that wasn't enough. So Carrie set herself a new challenge for 2022 - to run 4 major events - 2 marathons and 2 ultras and raise at least £2500 for the Royal Cornwall Hospital Charity whilst raising awareness of kidney donation. 

The 4 challenges:

1. The Bodmin Beast Marathon - completed
2. The South West Traverse - 44 miles - completed
3. The Black RAT - 32 miles - July 16th
4. The London Marathon - October 2nd 

Carrie shares her experiences of the first two events, talks about running with one kidney, the benefits of Jamaican Ginger Bread, counting benches and her training plans for the final two. It's a great episode that will inspire anyone thinking that kidney donation and long distance running don't go together - they can and do!

If you would like to help Carrie hit her fund-raising target please follow this link

Carrie's fund-raising includes running on  a treadmill outside Tesco in Redruth on Sunday August 7th - if you're in the area please do along and support her and chuck a couple of quid in the pot. 

Carrie's two top tips:

• Learn from others
• Believe in yourself

This is episode 91 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 90 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I was lucky enough to take part in the South West Coast Path Relay over the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday. It was part of the National Trails Relay events organised by Endurancelife.

There were four other relay events but the South West Coast Path one at 627 miles and 68 legs was by far the biggest. I applied to take part back in April and had asked particularly for leg 35 which started at the end of Helford Village, where the foot ferry docks, and finished in Porthoustock. We were asked to recce our leg and I'm glad I did that even though I was relatively familiar with that route having run it when I lived in the area several years ago because there was an inland diversion.

This was a great event to take part in and it began at 8 PM on Tuesday, May 31st at the start of the south-west coastal path in Swanage and would finish in the early hours of Monday, June 6th.

In this episode you will hear clips from a couple of the runners who took part and are summarised version of my recording which I did throughout my leg. I can highly recommend getting involved in this if it happens again. It did become a bit obsessive following the What's App group to see where everybody was and how we were doing against the predicted times.

This is episode 92 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 91 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The South West Traverse Extreme is a 90 mile run from Lands End to Lizard Point and back. 2022 was the first time it had been run.

Jim Spencer successfully completed the run and shares his adventure in this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast.

We recorded the episode on June 25th whilst setting up that day's Trelissick parkrun.

Jim shares tips on eating - beans on toast - how to cope with leading a race (he did that for the first 10 miles) and training. He also talks about some of the other running adventures he has lined up in 2022.

This is episode 93 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 92 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The Smugglers Scuttle has to be one of the most entertaining whilst still tough runs certainly that I've ever done.
From most of the marshals and many of the runners being dressed as pirates to the fact that halfway you were obliged to pick up a small bottle of rum, to pirate coins, to gemstones and a teabag and placed them in a special small little bag and then carry them back with you to the finish.
Apparently teabags back in the day where one of the most smuggled items.
And then in typically glorious Bys Vyken fashion course planner Dave had included what he lovingly describes as pointless hills.
The first pointless hill was merely 30 yards or so but it became less pointless when it gave you the opportunity to see in the bay the wreck of the ship. The RMS Mulheim a German cargo ship wrecked in 2003.
The next pointless hill was much, much longer. A series of never ending steps climbing to the aid station at the top of Gwynver.
And you had to do both pointless hills both on the way out and on the way back.

If you want to take part in a Bys Vyken event before they close time on it then there are two options Ford Sen Mighal in December and Cousin Jack in March.
Dave and Sal put so much into each event so lets get these two sold out for them.

This is episode 94 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 93 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Jacob is a listener of the Running 44@60 podcast and he got in touch to say he was planning on Friday (Good Friday) April 7th 2023 to run the Manchester to Liverpool 50 mile ultra which follows the Trans-Pennine Trail, the Manchester Ship Canal and the River Mersey.

Jacob has had Crohns disease for the last 17 years and as this podcast goes live in July 2022 he's up to 10km in training. 

On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Jacob explains the challenges of running with Crohns Disease and how he's planning to run the ultra and ensure he gets sufficient nutrition along the way.

If anyone listening to this has experience of running long distances with Crohns Jacob would be keen for your advice. You can find him through the links below.

Jacob is raising money for 2 charities - BAYSAR which is the Morecombe Bay Search & Rescue of which he has been an active member for the last 3 years and for Crohns and Colitis UK

Here are the links to the two Just Giving pages Jacob has set up:

BAYSAR

Crohns and Colitis

You can follow Jacob's progress and get in touch with him via his Instagram page

This is episode 95 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 94 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Running the Serpent Trail 50k and then two weeks later the Black Rat 50k whilst recovering from a shinty injury. 

On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast avid listener Rob Thompson shares his experience of running not just his first ultramarathon but his second as well because having waited a number of years to do that first ultra Rob did 2 in 2 weeks.

First up he did the Serpent Trail a 50km / 32 mile event that takes in the South Downs National Park and in 2022, of the Golden Trail National Series – that was on July 2nd and then on July 16th Rob successfully completed the Black RAT – a 50km / 32 mile event which was part of the Roseland August Trails running festival. 

Rob is going to share his experiences and offer tips and ideas to those listeners thinking of tackling their first ultra in the next year or so.

I also mention in the podcast episode Fordh Sen Mighal and the Cousin Jack Classic

This is episode 96 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 95 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Have you ever you ever thought about what it's like to pace a big marathon?

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Gary Dixon shares his story of becoming a marathon pacer. He's done 62 so far including London, New York, Chicago and the Comrades Marathon in South Africa. Alongside that he's just run his 250th Marathon so Gary also shares tips and advice for those setting out on their marathon running journey.

If you are keen to know more about marathon pacing and how you might get involved then please feel free to email Gary via: garydixonuk@hotmail.com

For those starting out on their marathon journey Gary offers three key tips:

1. Be flexible with your training plan. If you are injured or fatigued be ready to adjust your plan.
2. Make sure you get the right shoes so  have a proper running shoe fitting at your local running shop
3. Target a city marathon for your first marathon because there will be loads of support on the route which you will find really helpful.

Gary mentioned the Chester Marathon and the Manchester Marathon (which he organises the pacers for) for a first-time marathon runner and for seasoned marathon runners looking for that unique experience he suggests the world's oldest ultra marathon - the Comrades Marathon.

Here is a link to Gary finishing his pacing of the Comrades Marathon

You can also check out episode 65 of this podcast which featured Trevor Nel who ran Comrades 10 successive times to earn the highly sought after 'Green Number'

This is episode 97 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 96 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

As this goes live there is just over three weeks to my adventure to the Loch Ness Marathon and of course it is on the same day – October 2nd – as the London Marathon so shout out to regular listeners Carrie Gleinster, Andy Williams and Craig Beale who are taking part in London.

Shout out also to regular guest Tracy Waite who is putting together an amazing project called Paddy's Mill Wellness Centre which is going to help a lot of people in West Cornwall get active. Tracy has been running a crowdfunding page but that closes on September 9th which is the day after this episode comes out but if you want to get involved then you can contact Tracy through her Facebook page.

I also mentioned in the episode the Bristol Running Show which is on November 26th at the Ashton Court Estate. I will be there with the podcast recording snippets from visitors for future episodes as well as offering my book '12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon' the proceeds of which will be going to the Children's Hospice South-West.

So what are your running goals for 2023?

In episode 95 we heard from Jacob Prothero who despite having had Crohn's disease for 17 years is tackling the Manchester to Liverpool ultra in early April and I also mentioned Steve Perkins who is taking on the Isle of Wight ultra at the end of April.

For both Jacob and Steve these are big challenges as both of them have never tackled anything like this before so if you want to support them here are links to their just giving pages with Jacob raising money for Crohn's disease and Steve for CALM which is the Campaign Against Living Miserably.

And if you need a bit of a boost to your confidence to enable you to put yourself in the mix for undertaking a similar big challenge then have a listen to my other podcast –  Better Presentations More Sales - episode 233, the latest one, with entrepreneur Kaye Reeves.

At the beginning of January 2023 I will be running an episode featuring listeners running goals for 2023 so I will let you know nearer the time all you need to do is record a couple of minutes on your voice memo on your phone and send it to me to be included.

This is episode 98 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 97 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

A short episode to give a shout out to listeners and club running colleagues who are taking part in the London Marathon 2022.

If you want to share a brief recording of your experience running London or indeed any other marathon this weekend then record up to about a minute on your phone and then What's App it to me or email it via podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk and I will compile all the clips into a future episode.

Episode 28 of this podcast was a quiz about marathons so I picked up one or two the questions that specifically refer to London and include them in this episode

If you took part in the quiz and you want to know the answers here they are: 

It you haven't yet done the quiz and don't want to see the answers look away now!

• 1981
• Which two men crossed the finish line together as joint winners? Dick Beardsley (USA) and Inge Simonsen (Norway) 2:11:48
• The London women’s race in 1981 was won by which UK runner - who would also win in 1982?  Joyce Smith 
• Paula won London 3 times
• At which Olympics was the marathon distance of 26 miles 385 yards run for the first time ? London 1908 
• Why did it end up being that exact distance?  The course was set so the race finished in front of the Royal Box

This is episode 99 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 98 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. All proceeds from the book go to Children's Hospice South West.

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This episode, which is episode number 100 of the Running 44@60 Podcast, was largely recorded on the run at the Loch Ness Marathon 2022.

After some very severe editing I hope the recording chronicles my run and indeed how difficult I found it in the last 8 miles or so, not because of the terrain or undulations but for reasons I have yet to properly identify I did find myself walking a bit and then predominantly shuffling those last few miles which seemed to take forever.

Maybe I simply hadn't trained enough, maybe I was eating and drinking the wrong things but they were the ones I had used in training, maybe my energy levels just weren't right on the day, or as I mentioned during the run may be I missed the crowds, which clearly on a course like this I knew in advance weren't going to be there.

But I made it over the finish line and really glad that I took part in this very well organised event. After my post run recorded intro there is a short clip with Scottish marathon legend Fraser Clyne who I met by chance during the Saturday Expo. I used a handheld recording device and the quality of the short clip from Fraser isn't very good but I wanted to keep it in because he was highly interesting person with a very impressive marathon pedigree.

So please bear with that bit of the recording.

This is episode 100 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 99 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Throughout the summer of 2022 my club colleague Andrew Blizzard was training in readiness for the pursuit of a sub three hour marathon in October.

Towards the end of August during a speed session Andrew crossed a back road leading to an industrial estate and having manoeuvred around a car simply failed to notice a motorbike.

The upshot was a very smashed up leg.

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Andrew recalls the accident and shares the rehabilitation programme he has undertaken and the goals he has set to get back running.

Andrew's accident happened in a split second.

He talks about having to adapt to not only not running but also not working and the mental as well as physical challenges this is brought, as well as the upsides and in particular the time spent with his young family which ordinarily he wouldn't have done.

This is episode 101 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 100 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I first met Carrie at the Cornwall Running show in April 2022. Carrie was persuaded to do a short podcast recording during which she explained that she had returned to running in 2021 after several years absence and had decided in 2022 to take on four challenges. And not just any old challenges but four far from easy ones.

The Bodmin Beast marathon – a new event that would combine road and trail and in itself be a significant challenge

The South-West Traverse – 45 miles on the south-west coastal path following the same route as the Classic Quarter – and this year run on one of the hottest days of the year

The Black Rat – part of the Rosaland August Trails (RAT) event – 32 miles again all on the coastal path

The London Marathon – the big finale of Carrie's four challenges and the one where she also had to raise a significant amount of money for the Royal Cornwall Hospital

Carrie successfully completed all four challenges and in this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast she talks about each challenge and how it went, and let's not forget that several years ago Carrie donated a kidney, so part of her challenge was to prove that you can do these things with one kidney and to raise awareness of kidney donation.

This is episode 102 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 101 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast we talk to John Yelland from Mad Hatter Sports Events who put on a series of events that feature running and swimming including swim runs, swim, stand-up paddle board and run and the hourglass which is a running event.

You can find out all about Mad Hatter Sports Events here

And check put their Facebook page for details of the social swims John mentions in the recording.

Here are details of the Bristol Running Show

This is episode 103 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 102 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The Bristol Running Show is taking place at Ashton Court Mansion on Saturday, November 26th

It is free entry and runs from 9am to 6pm so chance to do the Ashton Court parkrun before coming along to the show

There will be a series of free guided runs as well as yoga and meditation classes and throughout the day there will be fireside chats and inspiring speakers

This podcast will have a stand so come along and we will do a three or four minute recording snippet where you can tell the world about your running plans for 2023

I will also be offering signed copies of my book '12 Business Lessons from running an Ultra Marathon' for just £5 with all proceeds going to the Children's Hospice South West

It promises to be a great day at the Bristol Running Show – see you there!

This is episode 104 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 103 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Alternatively you can obtain a copy by leaving a review on your podcast app for this podcast and then sending a screenshot of the review, with your name and address to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This episode was recorded live at the Bristol Running Show at  the Ashton Court Mansion on Saturday November 26th 2022 – it features short 2 to 3 minute clips from eight people who have a great running story to share whether they are taking on a challenge or running a business that gets people running.

The clips feature in order:

1. John and Kelly from the Single Malt Marathoners which is a podcast that follows their marathon running activity and the occasional, or maybe more than occasional tot to help them along! 
2. Another John who is planning his first 12 hour race in 2023 and aiming to complete at least 40 miles - this is part of the Hope Trail Festival to be held in Newnham Park Plymouth July 7th to 9th 2023.
3. Next up was Phil who came third in the East Devon Round in 2022 and is now targeting his first 100 mile event at the Cotswold Way Century in September 2023
4. Then we had Graham McKenna from Start Running Stay Running. Graham is an ultra running coach and is planning to take on and beat the record for the fastest known time for the Welsh coast path in May/June 2023.
5. Lucy and Laura did the first day (37 miles) of the Jurassic Coast Ultra in 2022 their first ultramarathon and Lucy is targeting the Hadrian's Wall 50 in 2024.
6. Nairn Robertson launched Active Teams to help companies encourage their employees to be more active and to ultimately enjoy the mutual benefits of that.
7. Edward Chapman is Trail Running Man and the record holder for the most completions of the 7 day Kalahari Augrabies Extreme Marathon (KAEM)
8. And finally we hear from Chris from the Bristol Running School helping people become better runners. 

A big thanks to Tracy Waite from the Waite Room and Abichal Sherrington from UltraRunning World for organising the show. 

This is episode 105 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 104 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure which is available on Amazon via this link:

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This is the last episode of 2022 and features my Top 10 runs of 2022.

I've done 17 runs plus several Parkruns this year so my  Top 10 runs of 2022 is chosen from those. As I was the compere/commentator for the three fabulous runs organised by my own club - Truro Running Club - they don't make the list because I didn't run them!

We've had 28 episodes this year and lots of fabulous guests so a big thank you to all of the guests and all of the listeners, especially those who have left a review or rating so if you haven't done that so far that would be much appreciated.

Also a big shout out to the organisers of the two running shows that I attended where we did some podcast recordings – the Cornwall Running Show and the Bristol Running Show.

And thanks also to those people who bought a copy of '12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon' - all royalties - about £5 per book - go to the Childrens Hospice South West.

If you would like to come on the show in 2023 and tell listeners about your running challenges drop me an email to : podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

So as I wish you all a Happy Christmas here's my ask for 2023:

Say 'Hello' when out running and you meet someone who is on their own, walking or running - you don't need to stop for a chat just say 'hello' or good morning' or 'what a lovely day' as you meet them. It might make their day. 

So here are my Top 10 runs of 2022: 

1. Fordh Sen Mighal
2. Rosemullion 10k 
3. National Trails Relay 
4. Bude Pirate Run
5. Smugglers Scuttle
6. Loch Ness Marathon
7. Looe 10
8. Bedgebury Parkrun
9. Cleethorpes Parkrun
10. Trevornick 10k & Turkey Trot

This is episode 106 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 105 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Laughter yoga and running – what’s the connection? – what is laughter yoga? and why can it be good for your running?

This is a great fun episode of the Running 44@60 podcast where I discuss with Pete Cann how he got into laughter yoga and specifically how runners can benefit from it

Pete runs local laughter yoga sessions in Truro on the second Thursday of every month - details here as well as running laughter yoga sessions or groups of individuals and businesses online

He will also be a star turn at the Cornwall Running Show at Heartlands on Saturday April 8th, 2023

This is episode 107 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 106 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

One of the UK's most prominent ultra running events, the Arc of Attrition, is happening in Cornwall on January 27-28th. There are two versions the 100 mile which starts in Coverack and then shares the same last 50 miles with 50 mile version which starts at the Minack Theatre.
The sand dunes at Hayle come into play with around 14 miles to go in both events and at the end of the dunes in the final checkpoint at Godrevy.
My plan is to run the Arc 50 in 2024 so now is a good time of year to practice running the dunes section in the dark, which it inevitably will be when I get there.
So in this episode the Running 44@60 podcast you will hear an edited version of my run in the dark through the dunes with local personal trainer and dunes navigation expert Tracy Waite.
I hope it might be useful for those of you taking part this year who may not have had a chance to practice the section through the dunes.

This is episode 108 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 107 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This podcast is as you know called running 44@60, however regular listener Nick Pope from Looe Pioneers decided to up the game and go for 50@60.

And not just any 50, but the Arc of Attrition 50 – one of the toughest ultra events in the UK. Nick successfully completed the run on Saturday January 28th 2023.

In this episode Nick shares his adventure including his preparation, his crew plan, his nutrition and how it went on the day including taking a nasty fall around halfway around and how he dealt with that as well as when he got to the final checkpoint well ahead of time but for a moment wasn't feeling up for carrying on even though he knew he could walk in from there. 

Nick's run was meticulously planned from a support point of view and he created a comprehensive crew document for his wife Mags and himself to use on the day.

This will be a great episode that anyone who is thinking about taking on the Arc 50 in 2024

One of those people is me. I learnt a tremendous amount from Nick that will be so useful for me when I undertake the same challenge – and I’ll be 60+2 at that point!

This is episode 109 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 108 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Holly Holmes smashed her target of 30 hours for the 2023 Arc of Attrition 100 finishing in 27:24:16 

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Holly talks about her run and shares how it went as well as tips on eating, shoes, planning and crewing. 

This will be a great episode for anyone who is thinking about taking on the Arc 100 in 2024.

This is episode 110 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 109 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This is the third of my trilogy of podcasts about the 2023 Arc of Attrition. On this episode Vassos Alexander shares his experience of this increasingly iconic event.

Vassos compares the brutality of the course with the overwhelming friendliness of those who organise it and support it. A big shout out to Jane and Ferg of Mudcrew

We met when Vassos came into the Penzance aid station at 39 miles and knowing he was in the race I took along a copy of his Running up that Hill book and asked him to sign it which he duly did. In return after the race I sent him a signed copy of my own book and asked whether he would be interested in coming on this podcast, the upshot of which is this episode.

We talk about the comparison with the Spartathlon which he ran in 2017 and his love of ultra running - even though he doesn't like the word ultra.

And his top tip for would be Ultra Runners? - just go and do it!

Vassos suggests his next challenge is a Bob Graham Round.

If you want to enter Mudcrew's Roseland August Trail Festival - known affectionately as the RAT series don't delay as places are being snapped up quickly - 2023 RAT

This is episode 111 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 110 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Until a couple of weeks ago I had never heard of 'Jeffing' – named after Jeff Galloway who I understand introduced the running world to the concept of running and walking and still achieving great times.

I heard about it on the Bad Boy running podcast when a guy described how he had used Jeffing to run a sub- three hour marathon and qualify for Boston. He ran for two minutes and then walked for 30 seconds.

I was intrigued and decided I would give it a go during my next road race which was the Brighton half marathon on February 26th. I decided to double up on the schedule and therefore run four minutes and walk one minute from the get go.

I recorded on the run and this podcast contains a 15 minute summary of how I got on.
I don't want to give too much away but needless to say I was surprised and delighted with what happened.

If you like this podcast please do leave a review and a rating that would be much appreciated.

Here are links to the run mentioned in the podcast:

Bristol Bridge 100
Serpent Trail
Trilateral 40km
Belfast Marathon
Lighthouse to Lighthouse
Manchester to Liverpool Ultra
Lakeland 50
Isle of Wight Ultra
Classic Quarter
Thames Path 100
South West Traverse

This is episode 112 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 111 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Cousin Jack - the last event organised by Bys Vyken Events. After 7 years David and Sally are moving onto new ventures so a fitting end to their tenure with this most brutal yet spectacular of runs which takes in 18 miles from St Just to St Ives.

It is a breathtaking route weaving its way through lots of old tin mining setups but it is tough particularly the section from Zennor to just before St Ives.

I started recording just before we left the Miners Chapel in St Just which was race HQ and whilst the quality of the recording was good my micro SD card did run out of space after 13 miles. Nevertheless I'm sure you'll get a feel for this event which may well be back next year as Bys Vyken Events have new owners in the form of the fabulous Martin and Sarah from Whythra Running Tours.

A big shout out at the beginning to all the listeners that I'm aware of who took part – apologies if you are listening and I missed you off the shout out list – let me know you are a listener and I will make up for it next time!

My next big event is Exe to Axe on April 2nd - my birthday! I'll be planning to record on the run for that.

And then the following weekend, which is Easter weekend, on Saturday, April 8th I'll be at The Cornwall Running Show hosting some of the guest speakers and with a stand for this podcast. I will be looking out for show visitors to come on the stand and do a two or three minute chat to talk about their 2023 running adventures which will then form an episode of this podcast. My running club - Truro Running Club -  will also have a stand there.

This is episode 113 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 112 episodes via your usual podcast app or follow this link.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

For 7 years Dave and Sally ran Bys Vyken events. In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast they share their adventure - how it started - where the name came from - some high points and low ones as well as those pointless hills.

And of course we do mention Arsenal. 

As well as talking about one of their new projects - the Highbury House Pet Food Bank based in Hayle. 

Here’s how you can donate to that via the facebook page : Highbury House Pet Food Bank or you can go to the Highbury House Pet Food Bank Amazon Wishlist 

And Dave is now a podcaster. Here’s the link to his podcast on Spotify: Invincible Optimism and the World's most Boring Barkeep

Buys Vyken has new owners - Martin and Sarah - and a new website : Bys Vyken Website 

This is episode 114 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 113 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I recently got an email from lady called Andrea who I didn’t know who told me she had come across the podcast whilst returning to the UK on a flight from Mallorca after taking part in the 23k version of the Galatzo Trail Mountain Race.

I'd never heard of the Galatzo Trail Mountain Race and to add to my intrigue Andrea said it was part of an Alphabet sequence she was running with her daughter and this after achieving her previous goal of running 50 races before turning 50. 

Andrea also mentioned that at the end of the podcast she was listening to I was suggesting that people who had never been on a podcast before should get in touch and share their running story.

So in this 115th episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Andrea talks about her mountain adventure which is the letter G in her alphabet challenge and she talks about her 50 before 50 which started with a Santa Run and finished with the Canadian Rocky Mountains Trail Race.

Along the way her favourite was her first half marathon the Southampton Half Marathon was well as running the Copenhagen Half.

Next up in Andrea’s A to Z is the Hampton Court Half Marathon on Sunday March 26th 

I mention the Cornwall Running Show at Heartlands in mid-Cornwall on Easter Saturday April 8th. Come and along and say hello and perhaps record a podcast snippet and you can be on this show. The next episode will be a piracy review of the Cornwall Running Show with organiser Tracy Waite.

Before then I'm planning to record on the run at the Exe to Axe and the weekend after the Running Show I'm tackling the massive ups and step downs of the KVK. 

This is episode 115 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 114 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page.

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners th

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The Cornwall Running Show is on Saturday April 8th at Heartlands from 9am to 4pm so why not take part in the Heartlands Parkrun first as it is on the same site.

There are lost of things for you to see and do including guest speakers, yoga, pilates, guided runs, and their will be an array of exhibitors including the Cornwall Run Lab offering physio, Absolute 360 with their clothing range, Wild Running, the Green Runners, Mad Hatter Sports, Truro Running Club and many more.

Speakers include Elsey Davis talking about her mid-winter record for the Bob Graham Round whilst laughter man Pete Cann will be running one of the many workshops.

It's free to attend and free to take part in any of the workshops or guided runs. 

This is episode 116 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 115 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is now available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

It was my birthday on Sunday April 2nd so what better way to celebrate than running the 22 miles of Exe to Axe which starts on the Exmouth seafront and finishes on the Seaton seafront.

Organised by Sidmouth Road Runners this is a tough coastal path run which is particularly hard in the second half from Sidmouth.

A great sense of achievement when I crossed the finish line. Distance wise this was my 8th longest ever run whilst time wise at 5:18 it was my 3rd longest time after the Classic Quarter, the Classic Quarter relay and tying with the 2021 Red RAT.

It was a great event - you should do it in 2024!

This is episode 117 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 116 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's also planning to run the KVK on April 15th, Hope 24 in July, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Thanks to Tracy Waite for organising the 2023 Cornwall Running Show. This episode features eight show visitors who shared in a couple of minutes details of events they are running or what they offer runners:

Martin from Bys Vyken Events
Jan who is running the Thames Ring
Dave and Tom who are running the KVK
Dave Bettens who competed the South West Traverse
Carrie who is running the Bridge 100
Ceri from Wild Running
Jessie from Oso Sportswear
Martin and David from The Green Runners

This is episode 118 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 117 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's also planning to run the KVK on April 15th, Hope 24 in July, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The organisers describe the KVK - Kernow Vertical Kilometre as 'a unique challenge; a Kilometre of Vert in Kernow!'

Starting at Perranporth Airfield the route takes you up to the top of St Agnes Beacon - you then drop left for a lop of around 1.3 miles before returning to the top of the Beacon and then via several more climbs make your way back to the airfield and the Start /Finish area.

At this point you either hand over your ankle timing device to your team mate who runs the second lap or like me you crack on and run the second lap.

It's a tough run and it's nearly 16 miles in total. I understand now why people rave about it and its toughness. I think though for me doing the Exe to Axe 13 days earlier prepared me for anything and I don't think any parts of the KVK were tougher than some of those climbs in the second half of the Exe to Axe.

The scenery is stunning, the event really well organised and there was lots of support out on the course. 180+ signed up but only 120+ turned up. There were 5 signed up in my age cat. I should have noted there numbers pre-race so I could check where I finished as there were no age cat results which was a bit of shame as I was chasing an age cat podium.

Overal though a top event and one you should do. Here's the link to the KVK on the Freedom Racing website.

This is episode 119 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 118 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's also planning to run the KVK on April 15th, Hope 24 in July, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode David and Martin from The Green Runners  talk about The Green Runners, how they started, who's involved and how runners can join and show their support for just £2.50 per year.

David and Martin share the four pillars that The Green Runners action:

How you Move - particularly  transport to train and races
How you Kit Up - why not repair your shoes or ignore it when Strava tells you they need replacing and of course all those t-shirts races give us
How you Eat - you don't have to go Vegan
How you Speak out - sharing the messages with other runners

Here are the links to the repair sites that David mentions when talking about the Kit pillar:
Repair what you wear
Pairups

And the relay across the UK - Running Out Of Time 2023

Don't forget I'm offering a copy of my book - 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon to the listener who is wearing for training or racing or both the oldest pair of running shoes. Drop me an email to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk with details of your running shoes and how old they are - add a pic if you wish

This is episode 120 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 119 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's also planning to run the KVK on April 15th, Hope 24 in July, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Having recently taken part in the Cornwall County Athletics Championship and reading Richard Asquith's book 'Race against Time'  I was keen to find out more about Masters Athletics.

And what better person to share what it's like to be involved than my friend Christine Anthony who recently took part in the World Indoor Masters Athletic Championships in Torun in Poland.

Christine took part in the 400m, the 800m, the 1500m and the 4 x 200m mixed relay.

If you are 35+ you are a Masters athlete so I'm hoping this episode will inspire some of you who focus on long-distance running to think about occasionally having a great day out and taking part in a Masters track and field athletics event.

Christine will tell us about her experience including the difference between running indoor and outdoor, tactics when running on a 200 meter track and the importance as you get older of cross training as well as strength and conditioning work.

Although I am building up to the ARC 50 in January 2024 I had a great time at the Cornwall Athletics Championships winning in the O40s Vets in both the triple jump and javelin, events until a week before the competition I had not taken part in for 40 years, not that I was doing competitions back then but they were part of the degree curriculum I was following.

Here are some useful links for Masters Athletics:

British Masters Athletics

World Masters Athletics

This is episode 121 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 120 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's also planning to run the KVK on April 15th, Hope 24 in July, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I met Jan Davies at the beginning of April at the Cornwall Running Show. I was recording 2-3 minute snippets with show visitors. When I asked Jan about her plans she said she was running at the end of April the Thames Ring.

How far is that I casually asked. 250 miles Jan casually replied! With 100 hours (that's 4 days and 4 hours) to complete it in.

Even regular guest and huge distance runner Jim Spencer hasn't, as far as I know, tackled a 250 miler.

In this episode Jan will tell us how it went and how after taking a wrong turn in the night which added 5 miles she made a decision she later regretted to withdraw. But she's planning to have another go in 2024 and as a 'warm up' Jan is tackling in September the Thames Barrier event. A mere 184 miles.

In both events you can only receive outside help at a checkpoint / aid station. You can't use poles but you are allowed to buy food in shops - providing you buy it and not someone else. Sleeping tents are provided at certain points.

This is episode 122 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 121 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's doing his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October followed by the Bys Vyken lighthouse marathon at the end of October. He's planning to spend June doing more recce 's of the Arc 50 course. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The Scillies 60 is a new race for 2023. 60km spread over 6 legs on 5 of the islands of the Isles of Scilly - starting and finishing on Tresco and following the coast path to complete a lap of each island. 

So here how it works:

The first leg is around 10km on Tresco and runners have 63 minutes in which to complete it. If you make the cut off you’re on the boat to the next island. To ensure runners know that the timer is in synch with their own timings with 2 minutes to go the Claxon sounds. It then sounds again to indicate time’s up. You have to cross the leg finishing line before the second claxon or you’re out.

Then's its over to Bryher (8km) followed by St Martins 9.5km), St Marys  (18km) and St Agnes (8.5km) before returning for a shorter 6km run on Tresco to the finish. 

The female and male winner of each island leg received a special island winners shirt and the overall race leader gets to wear the race leader shirt.

The cut off times in terms of pace are the same throughout - 12 minutes per mile or 7.5 minutes per km.  That sounds fine if you’re out running on the roads but this is largely on the ups and downs of the coastal path.

As you will hear Tracy missed the cut off at the end of leg 4 by just 21 seconds. 

Stuart finished 8th overall in a total time of 6:18:13 - the winning time was 4:50:25

There is a great video on the Scillies 60 website documenting the event. 

The race limit was 75 and 24 runners finished. 

This is episode 123 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 122 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's doing his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October followed by the Bys Vyken lighthouse marathon at the end of October. He's planning to spend June doing more recce 's of the Arc 50 course. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

James Skeplorn is a gig rower who had a go at triathlon and then joined  a running club to improve his triathlon.

Now he's an ultra runner and a former rower and triathlete!

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast James shares his adventure of running 3 major events across a 10 week period from the beginning of March to the middle of May.

James started with the Green Man Ultra then ran legs 1 and 3 in a 3 leg relay of the South West Traverse and finished with the Scillies 60.

The Green Man Ultra is a 45 loop around Bristol. It's is run twice a year : March and August alternating in clockwise and anti-clockwise directions. It has pacers and if you complete you are known as a 'Woodwose' - a term associated with the wild men and wild women that haunted the imagery forests of medieval Europe.

The South West Traverse runs on the same route as the Classic Quarter.

The Scillies 60 is a new race for 2023. 60km spread over 6 legs on 5 of the islands of the Isles of Scilly - starting and finishing on Tresco and following the coast path to complete a lap of each island. 

This is episode 124 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 123episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sales generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's doing his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October followed by the Bys Vyken lighthouse marathon at the end of October. He's planning to spend June doing more recce 's of the Arc 50 course. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The Isle of Wight Ultra challenge took place at the end of April 2023 and in this episode of the Running 44 at 60 podcast one of our stalwart listeners Steve Perkins shares his adventure in taking on the 106 km challenge over two days – 52 km on day one and 54 km on day two.

To put this in context prior to taking on this challenge Steve, who is in his mid-50s, had only run competitive half marathon distances.

He also raised quite a lot of money for CALM 

We talk about overnight stops in races, food & drink and Steve dealt with an injury on the second day.

Steve came a fantastic third overall in the men’s category and fifth overall in the entire two day challenge.

In 2024 the event takes place on the weekend of May 4th and 5th.

Find out more here: Isle of Wight Ultra Challenge

Steve also mentioned the New Forest Marathon and Race to the King 

I mentioned the Truro Half Marathon Festival which is taking place over the weekend of Sept 15-17th with the half marathon on Sunday 17th. Enter here: Truro Half Marathon

This is episode 125 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 124 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's doing his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October followed by the Bys Vyken Lighthouse Marathon at the end of October. 

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Hope 24 Running Festival

The Hope 24 Running Festival took place near Plymouth on the weekend of July 8th-10th.

The Hope 24 Running Festival consists of a choice of 12, 24 or 36 hour timed runs during which you complete as many or as few circuits of a 5 mile off-road course as you wish.

There are also various relays from a team of two right through to a team of eight.

This was my first ever venture into a 24-hour running event and I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed it.

A big thanks to the organisers GB Ultras and to the local Mountain Search and Rescue team who manned the only aid station on the course at the 2 mile point.

I stuck to my plan and completed eight laps and 40 miles

I did four laps between 12 noon on the Saturday and around 5:45 PM with a 20 minute or so break between each lap to go back to the tent and eat proper food and drink green tea

I then had a break until I started lap five at around 9:15 PM with a further break and then a final lap that day starting around 10:40 PM

Then up for a starting time of 5:15 AM and 7 AM for my last lap

I was very tempted to continue on two more laps to get to 50 miles but that wasn’t part of the plan so I didn’t do it

Next year’s event is scheduled for the same weekend

This is episode 126 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 125 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He's doing his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, the Black Rat in August and the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October followed by the Bys Vyken Lighthouse marathon at the end of October. https://www.bysvykenevents.com/lighthouse

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Imagine taking part in a run that’s called ‘Bring out your Dead’ or BOYD for short that starts with a rather macabre leading of the runners to the start line by a guy dressed in a plague type mask and with a drummer beating the death march and has a field of only 10 runners.

And then just to spice things up this race takes place over an out and back distance of 4.3 miles which includes some horrendous up and down steps and in 2023 just to round things off took place during a particularly gruesome August storm.

Oh and by the way did I mention that during the whole event you can only stop for a maximum 10 minutes at any one point in time, you are not allowed any sort of outside help whatsoever and your sanctuary area where you go at the end of each lap to maybe have something to eat or drink or change of clothes is open to the elements.

Yes by now you are thinking you’ve got a bit crazy to do this event. No actually a lot crazy.

Or very very focused and determined. And that is how I would describe my running friend Andy Brown who completed this years BOYD which you are going to hear about on this episode.

This is episode 127 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 126 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He completed his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, and his next long race is the Endurance Life Suffolk 32 miler in October followed by the Bys Vyken Lighthouse marathon at the end of October. https://www.bysvykenevents.com/lighthouse

If you would like to come on this podcast and share your running experiences, tips, advice, plans, as well as specialist knowledge that will help runners then email Trevor via: podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast we hear about two of the UK's most epic ultra running challenges – the Lakeland 100 and the Bob Graham Round.

Stuart Musson undertook the Bob Graham Round challenge in June 2023. You have 24 hours in which to complete the 42 peaks, 66 miles and 27,000 feet of ascent and you have to have someone witness you achieving every single peak so a massive logistical piece of pre-run planning to make sure everything is in place. Stuart completed the task in 21 hours 49 minutes.

The Lakeland 100 is without doubt one of the most iconic hundred mile races in the UK. Colin Bathe had never run in the mountains before he set off in this year’s Lakeland 100.  in the podcast Colin will talk about how he overcame about a third of the way in a feeling of wanting to give up, particularly after one of his poles broke. Colin set himself a goal of 34 hours and he came in in 33:53.

Stuart’s top tip for any would-be ultra runners is that the mental side of ultra running sometimes outweighs the physical side in terms of the effect it can have on your endeavours, so be prepared for those moments where you feel you just can’t go on, they will pass.

Colin’s top tips are to treat ultra running as an eating competition and to start slowly and then go slower.

I mention the Truro Half Marathon - to enter click here 

This is episode 128 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 127 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He completed his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, and his next long race is the Bys Vyken Lighthouse Marathon at the end of October. https://www.bysvykenevents.com/lighthouse

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m talking to first time IronMan Tim Hill who successfully completed the Copenhagen Ironman in August 2023. 

Tim worked for the LTA for many years as a high performance coach and spent seven years as a Tennis Coach in Australia which is where the idea for an Ironman first emerged. 

We talk about Tim’s planning, how he hired an Ironman coach, his balance of training for the three disciplines 

And then how it went on the day

Copenhagen seems to be a top choice for first time IronMan competitors as the swim is in a lagoon on the sea front, the biking is 2 loops and the running 4 loops so you can constantly enjoy the supporting encouragement of the crowds. 

Tim top tips are to commit to the challenge and get help in the form of a coach. Tim's coach spent 30 minutes a week with him on the phone and every Sunday evening sent Tim a training schedule for the week ahead. 

This is episode 129 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 128 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He completed his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, and his next long race is the Bys Vyken Lighthouse Marathon at the end of October. https://www.bysvykenevents.com/lighthouse

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m talking to King Alfred's Way top 5 finisher Jim Spencer. 

Jim successfully completed this one time event in mid-August 2023. 

We recorded the episode whilst setting up the Trelissick Parkrun on Saturday October 14th.  

King Alfred Way's went through 4 counties and the event, organised by Cockbain Events was billed as being 220 miles with 85 hours to complete it in. As you will hear Jim took the odd wrong turn and ended up doing 234 miles but well within the cut off time. Unbelievably one of his fastest miles was towards the event when he was looking to gain 5th place. 

It was inspiring just talking to Jim about his adventure, how he managed nutrition and some sleep and the role his crew Katie and Roly played.

This is episode 130 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 129 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal currently is the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2024. He completed his first 24 hour race on July 8th  Hope 24, and his next long race is the Bys Vyken Lighthouse Marathon at the end of October. https://www.bysvykenevents.com/lighthouse

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m sharing my experience of running the first ever Lighthouse Marathon.

Pendeen to Godrevy on the North Cornwall Coast with a bit on at the start and finish to make it the full marathon distance. 

For me it was an ARC 50 test. With 3 months to go where am I fitness wise was the key question to be answered.

Sadly a recent achilles injury I had recovered from re-occured when I slipped / stumbled at 7 miles.

I hobbled on to the 14 mile aid station at St Ives where I had already decided enough was enough. My first ever DNF (Did Not Finish)

It also means my Arc adventure for January 2024 is over. I’ve deferred to January 2025. 

I mention the Ford Sen Mighal - its a great Bys Vyken event on December 2nd - North Cornwall Coast (Lelant) to South Cornwall Coast (Marazion) 

This is episode 130 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 128 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Tracy Waite tells us all about the Cornwall Running Show 2024

The Cornwall Running Show 2024 will be held on Sunday January 14th at the Heartlands event centre which is juts off the A30 between Redruth and Camborne. 

The Cornwall Running Show 2024 will feature things you take part in including guided runs, yoga, pilates, and general exercise sessions.

They will be numerous exhibitors including wellness, injury prevention, massage, clothing, coaching, run lab analysis, soft tissue therapy, local running clubs and event organisers. 

At midday there will be a stage speaking event designed to help you prepare better for longer runs so covering everything from nutrition and hydration to using rock tape and other injury prevention steps

Visitors can just turn up - no ticket needed and can take part in the interactive events again without having to pre-book

The show will appear to seasoned runners as well as though staring running - maybe via a new year’s resolution - so if you are a runner bring some non-runners with you

For those starting out ‘SwapBox’ will be at the show. Swap Box gathers in running clothing and shoes runners no longer need and finds them a good home - often with those new to running who can then give it a go without investing in lots of kit. 

This is episode 132 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 131 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m sharing my favourite 6 races of 2023

I mention separately the three favourite park runs I did which were Babbs Mill on the morning of the national running show and it was also the coldest ever Park run I’ve ever taken part in, Trelissick on June 10th when I celebrated my 100th park run at that venue by donning complete cricket gear and my favourite was the Hove Promenade the day before the Brighton half which my son and I took part in and we decided that we will have a gentle run out on the park run which then got super competitive and in the end he beat me by nine seconds but it was still my fastest of the year.

So the top six are:

In sixth place Cousin Jack – an 18 mile race on the toughest bit of the Cornish coastal path

In fifth place the KVK solo

In fourth place the Brighton Half where I ran sub two hours using the Jeff Galloway walk run method

In third place Hope 24 – my first venture into a festival running event

In second place Exe to Axe -  22 pretty brutal miles and it was on my birthday!

And this year’s winner is St Piran’s Revenge – the toughest yet most spectacular five and a bit miles race I’ve ever done and I love the way it was done in a minimalist way

Don’t forget The Cornwall Running Show 2024 will be held on Sunday January 14th at the Heartlands event centre – I will be there encouraging visitors to the show to come and do a two minute recording with me about their running plans for 2024

This is episode 133 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 132 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Performance Psychologist, Certified Running Coach and Ultra Runner Dr Kaz Williams shares some great insights and advice into how to plan and deal with the mental side of running.

Kaz also refers to some of her running adventures Including the Tahoe 200, the Moab 240 and the 400 mile+ 6 day event known as ‘Across the Years’

We have a fascinating conversation that covers all aspects of the mental side of the long run including how to deal with approaching an aid station with your number one thought being ‘this is the place I’m going to stop’ through to being aware of your strengths prior to your big run by conducting your own strengths audit as well as having a mantra for the race, something you can refer to via self talk when things get tough.

Kaz recommends that you write a ‘what if plan’ so if something does go wrong it is not a major surprise and you have a way of dealing with it

And that includes welcoming when the mental side of the run gets really tough, on the basis you knew this moment would arrive so now it has you are pleased to see it

Kaz suggests that keeping a training diary enables us during our taper to go back through the training diary as a reminder to ourselves of all the hard work we have put in to get to this position

And as a bonus here is a link to a blog from Kaz about Tips for UTMB Aid Station Success, which also includes a section on Crew (section 4). 

 https://www.mettlerunning.com/blog/tips-for-utmb-aid-station-success/

Race Reflections Worksheets are available free to download via this link:

https://www.mettlerunning.com/post-race-analysis/

 You can find out more about Kaz and the coaching programmes she offers for runners of all ages, all distances and all over the world at:
https://www.mettlerunning.com and on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mettlerunning/

Don’t forget The Cornwall Running Show 2024 will be held on Sunday January 14th at the Heartlands event centre – I will be there encouraging visitors to the show to come and do a two minute recording with me about their running plans for 2024.

Trevor Lee ran his first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter . Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link:

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast photographer, videographer, trail, fell and ultra runner Toby Lowe shares some great insights and advice into the world of self navigation fell and trail running as well as the film he has made about Allie Bailey and her Arc of Attrition 100 in 2023.

The film - entitled ‘Allie’ is to be premiered at the The Cornwall Running Show 2024 at 3pm on Sunday January 14th at the Heartlands event centre in Cornwall.

In the first part of the episode we talk about the OMM, the Original Mountain Marathon which started in 1968 and in 2023 was held in the Snowdonia area.

Toby explains how the event works including self-navigation, self-sufficiency (you have to carry everything you need for two days including camping and cooking gear) and how you have no idea about the course until you are handed a map on the start line. 

Toby’s top tips are to do its of strength work as part of your training, including running in a fully laden pack and during the event don’t follow others (they may not be going in the right direction) instead focus on your own navigation skills. 

OMM is teams of two with certain time allowances between starting and arriving at the overnight campsite.

Find out more about the 2024 OM here: https://theomm.com/original-mountain-marathon/events/

Toby also talks about the fell running series on Dartmoor, encouraging listeners to take part in some of the 12 race series which in 2024 starts on April 20th.

Find out more via the South West Fell Runners website: https://swfellrunners.uk

Toby’s running plans for 2024 include the The FellsMan 100 https://fellsman.org.uk

Don’t forget The Cornwall Running Show 2024 will be held on Sunday January 14th at the Heartlands event centre – I will be there encouraging visitors to the show to come and do a two minute recording with me about their running plans for 2024

This is episode 135 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 134 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I had a great time at the Cornwall Running Show recording 10 little sections for this episode with visitors to the show.

Here are the links to all the events that they refer to along with some of them the businesses that they run:

Arc of Attrition 50 
Steaming to the Coast
Portreath to Devoran
Bristol Running Show
The Tunnel
Lakeland 100
Tracy Waite
Run Lab
Outlaw Triathlon
Flanci
Saints & Smugglers Challenge 

This is episode 136 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 135 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m reviewing the Arc of Attrition 2024, in particular giving a shout out to known listeners who took part in the 100 or the 50.

And as I like a good stat here are some:

Arc 100 - Starters 363 Finishers 217 - Finish rate 60%

Winner Mark Darbyshire in a new record time of 18:51:54 beating his record from 2022 of 19:12:48 when he became the first person to run under 20 hours. 

Runner Up was 2023 winner Gavin Dale in 20.06.12 

Rob Forbes was third in 20:30:15 which I read would have won him 6 of the previous 8 races

Sabrina Verjee was first female in 23:03:40 - just over two hours ahead of Jenny Crouch in 2nd with first timer Stacey French 3rd - the record is 21:22 by Emma Stuart in 2023

Arc 50 - Starters 291 Finishers 222 - Finish rate 76%

The 50 was won by Lewis Ryan in 8:09:58 - the record is Mark Darbyshire 7:39:31 in 2023.

First female was Poppy Collingwood in 9:23 - the record from 2023 is 8:18 by Fiona Pascall

This is episode 137 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 136 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m talking to Pete Sowerby about his amazing 100 mile debut run in the famous Arc of Attrition. 

He finished in 23:42 thus taking home the coveted Black Buckle and winning his age category, not that the Arc has age categories, by over four hours.

Indeed his time would have won him the whole event in 2018.

So during the episode we talk how he started running when he was around 40 and his journey through the local runs to sub 3hr marathons, marathon running for England,  and onto the Classic Quarter, Snowdonia 50k, the Arc 50 and then the Arc 100.

And during that buildup time how with the help of the experts at The Run Lab he changed his running technique and as a result not only got faster but found that his injury rate reduced significantly.

Pete shares details of his Arc training plans including 25 mile back to backs, his nutrition plan and ultimately how it went on the day including one or two low moments the first of which arrived at only 12 miles.

At the conclusion of the episode I ask Pete for two top tips for would-be long-distance runners and they are:

Firstly try out your nutrition plan during your training, get used to eating proper food during training and find out what works for you

Secondly go out there and enjoy the event

After we finished recording he also add practicing hill walking because in the event you are going to be walking up and indeed down some of the hills so you need to practice that.

This is episode 138 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 137 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m talking to Andy Williams about being the valet manager at St Ives for the 2024 Arc of Attrition. 

Andy talks about what a valet does - they essentially pick up runners on the course just before the checkpoint and guide them in.

The valet’s were in action from 3am to 6pm on the Saturday in various shifts

Andy talks about his plan to run the 64 mile plague at the Roseland August Trails (RAT) Festival 

If you’ve done something interesting, ideally an event that we haven’t covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

This is episode 139 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 138 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m talking to Nicky Chrascina 

Nicky is the co-founder of Flanci as well as a passionate runner who has completed over 130 marathons and ultra marathons.
 
Flanci make brightly coloured running clothing and started when Nicky struggled to find anything but largely black running clothing. 

Flanci is an anagram of the first 3 letters of Nicky and husband Alf. 

Nicky’s interest in running started when she was watching the Comrades Marathon with her Dad and her bet her £1 she couldn't run a marathon. The challenge was accepted and Nicky's first marathon was London which she loves and has run nine times.

Nicky'e epic running exploits include some of the most challenging multi-day events across the globe including  Marathon des Sables, the Atacama Crossing in the Chile desert and the Mustang Trail in Nepal. 

The Mustang Trail is one of Nicky's favourites - it involves 170km and 8 stages. 

For 2024 Nicky is doing the Ultra Race Romania  which is 250km of self supported running over 6 stages. It takes place between Aug 5th and 13th with the last two days spent celebrating finishing the run with a tour of local castles including Dracula's! Nicky is listed as Bib number 001.

For 2025 Nicky's adventure will be the Everest Marathon which starts at base camp and is largely downhill! It also is usually held on May 29th to celebrate the first ascent of Everest on May 29th 1953.

Nicky also mentioned Grand 2 Grand Ultra, White Star Running, Pegasus Running and Active Root 

Nicky's top tips: 
Have a go and when you do go and enjoy it! 

If you’ve run something interesting, ideally that we haven’t covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now th

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Mike Samuels - combining Powerlifting and Ultra Running

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m talking to Mike Samuels about how he combines Powerlifting with Ultra Running 

We talk about how he got into both sports and how he combines them to get the benefits of one for the other.

In Powerlifting Mike focuses on Back Squats, BenchPress and Dead Lift.

For Ultra Running Mike has run six 100 mile races including the 2024 Arc Of Attrition 100 which he completed in 23:00:24 thus gaining the much sought after sub-24 hours black buckle and taking a remarkable three and a half hours off his time from 2023

Mike suggests that any runner seriously considers doing some strength work but advises on starting off small so that they achieve good form before hiking up the weights

During the episode Mike mentioned two challenges he’s going to undertake in 2024:

The South Downs Way in June

And the Race Across Scotland in August

I also mention the West Highland Way Race which listener and previous guest Colin Bathe is running in June.

And Richard Asquith's great book The Race Against Time 

If you’ve done something interesting, ideally that we haven’t covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

This is episode 141 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 140 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I’m talking to Christine Anthony about her adventures at the 2024 European Masters Indoor Championships in Torun in Poland in March 2024. 

Christine won Silver in the 400m, came 4th in the 800m, 5th in the 1500m and won Bronze in the 4 x 200m mixed relay - during which she recorded a best ever 200m time.

We talk about running tactics, how to cope with so many finals within a short space of time, warming up, the Cool Room and just been involved in Masters Athletics Championships and indeed how to become involved in them.

Christine mentioned to be part of the International Masters events you need to be a member of  the British Masters Athletics Federation and that coming up between  August 13th and 25th 2024  are the World Outdoor Masters Championships in Gothenburg and the next World Indoors Masters Championships in Florida March 2rd to 30th 2025. 

During the episode we mention the Vienna Marathon on April 21st,  the Manchester Marathon on April 14th and the Brighton Marathon 

If you’ve done something interesting, ideally that we haven’t covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

This is episode 142 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 141 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

For this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast host Trevor Lee recorded on the run at the 2024 Brighton Marathon on Sunday April 7th

Trevor used the same Jeff Galloway method that he used in the 2023 Brighton half marathon when he was several minutes under his predicted time

The method is to run four minutes then walk for one minute throughout the whole of the event, even though in those first few walks you get overtaken by seemingly hundreds of runners!

Trevor’s target was to be under five hours, with a secondary target of being under 4:50 and a top target of sub  4:45

As you will hear the Jeffing method worked really well and Trevor came home in 4:42

The podcast episode will give you a real flavour for the fantastic atmosphere created by the thousands of spectators who lined the course

The noise was absolutely immense in places and you will also hear that there was several groups of musicians and singers out on the course

This will take some beating for being Trevor’s number one run of 2024 when he looks back on the year in December

Here is the link to the results: Brighton Marathon Results 2024 

And here is the link to the Brighton Marathon page if by listening to this you are persuaded to go for it in 2025 - its on Sunday April 6th

I mentioned Rob Deering who we saw at the Komedia Comedy Club in Brighton - Rob co-hosts a great running podcast - Running Commentary - with fellow comedian Paul Tonkinson. Paul is planning to run this year's Marathon des Sables. 

If you’ve done something interesting, ideally that we haven’t covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

This is episode 143 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 141 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Landmark Birthday Run Challenges for St Petrocs with Rachel Thomson 

On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Rachel Thomson about four running challenges she has set herself to celebrate a landmark birthday and raise money for St Petrocs, the homeless charity based in Cornwall. 

You can support Rachel through her Local Giving page.

The four challenges Rachel is undertaking:

April 21st - London Marathon - Rachel will be wearing a bright yellow St Petrocs top and if you want track her its bib number 31523

June 14th - Scilly 60% - 38 km over four of the Isles of Scilly: St Martins, Tresco, Bryher, St Agnes - if you miss the cut off on any stage you literally miss the boat to the next stage.

Aug 2nd 7pm start  - The BOYD (Bring Out Your Dead) - 24 hours of running a 5 mile loop which includes 500 steps. If you stop at any point for more than 10 minutes you're out! Only 9 runners completed in 2023.

Sept 14th - The Woods - 12 hours of a 4 mile loop in Tehidy Woods.  Also available in 3,6 and 9 hour options.

If you are planning or have  done something interesting, ideally that we haven’t covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

This is episode 144 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 143 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Mark Roby about how he went from struggling to walk because of a back injury to a sub 3 hour marathon in less than 3 years. 

Mark ran his first London Marathon when he was 23 years old back in 1999 in a time of 4:18

He didn't really run then until he discovered parkrun in 2017 but his running was scuppered in 2021 with a significant back problem which he gradually recovered from and in 2022 he joined a running club for the first time and did his first race in July that year.

That was the start of a journey that less than two years later took him across the line at Brighton in 2:55:51, a time which in 2021 would have felt completely impossible.

So how did he make such a massive improvement at the age of 48?

Mark shares in the podcast episode the way he changed his diet, the way he stuck to a training plan which included regular course sessions some built around yoga and how he used parkrun to measure his speedwork progress.

He also talks how we did a lot of easy 45 to 60 minute runs, essentially because they were not too difficult to fit into his daily working schedule.

Mark also talks about Man Down Cornwall and how they helped him when he wasn't able to run.
 
Mark offers two tips two be would be Marathon runners: 

1. Commit properly to a plan and avoid the temptation to skip some sessions
2. Work at different paces during your training 

If you are planning or have  done something interesting, ideally that we haven’t covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

This is episode 145 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 144 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Fergy - who is now the Event Director of Arc of Attrition by UTMB -  about the Arc of Attrition, how it started and how it’s going to look as part of the UTMB World Series.

There has been a tremendous amount of chatter on social media since the announcement that UTMB is taking over the ARC and Ferg explains some of the differences but also reassures those who don’t like change that much of what runners have become used to over the last few years will continue, including the involvement of the Arc Angels.

Whilst we cover off some of the changes we don’t get bogged down in the detail because all the various rules and regulations are available on the website: https://arcofattrition.utmb.world

Fundamentally some of the changes include no deferrals, no waiting list and no support crew for the 50 race

But there will be more aid stations, there will be potentially staggered starts with two waves for each race and there is a new 25 event starting in St Ives

It is amazing to think that here in Cornwall we will be hosting one of Europe’s most iconic winter trail running events and with the addition of the new 25 mile event there will be more runners taking part than ever before, certainly more than the 53 hardy souls who shared the dream back in 2015 when they took part in the first ARC 100.

If you are planning or have done something interesting in the ultra or marathon running world, ideally that we haven’t covered in previous episodes, and would like to be a guest on the show please drop me a line to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk

This is episode 146 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 145 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Wez Swain

In 2023 Wez had an idea that became the Scilly60

A 60km race that takes in the five inhabited islands of the Isles of Scilly

75 places were available and 65 runners started with 24 finishing. If you missed the cut out you missed the boat to the next start line! The average pace needed to make the cut offs is 7.30 mins / km 

For 2024 Wes has doubled the number of places and added the Scilly60% 'fun run' which is a 40 km event taking in four of the islands - with an average pace needed of 8.30 mins / km 

These events take place on Friday, June 14th for the Scilly60% and Sunday, June 16th for the Scilly60

Places have largely sold out but there may be the odd place that comes available so if you are interested the best thing to do is email Wes via hello@scilly60.co.uk

The Tide Race which will happen on 22nd August. It sounds like an amazing almost one-off opportunity because it’s the only day of the year essentially where this could occur given you have to run from Tresco to Merrick Island and back in calf/knee deep water, then its a lap of Tresco before running across the sands to Bryher and back hence the need to run on the day when the tide is lowest. There is currently no limit on the number of competitors for what will be a half marathon in total distance. 

And then at the end of August Wes is putting on a series of Swim Run events as part of the first Ocean Scilly Festival

You can find out all the details of all the fantastic events that Wes is putting on via the website https://scilly60.co.uk

This is episode 147 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 146 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I'm talking to Colin Bathe as he is busy preparing for the West Highland Way Race 

The West Highland Way Race gets underway at 1am on Sunday June 22nd starting from Milngavie which his about 10 miles north of Glasgow.

The 95 mile route with 15,000 feet of elevation makes it way to Fort William

The 300 runners, which the race is restricted to, have 35 hours in which to complete the route.

There are a few rules not always seen on other ultras

All runners must have 2 crew members and a crew vehicle. One of those crew must be capable of running the second half with them as a support runner if needed.

If you on schedule for 24 hours or less you are mot allowed a support runner

Poles aren’t allowed but iPods and mp3 players are

You are advised not be noisy on your way to the first checkpoint when passing through the village called DryMen

Checkpoints don’t offer food only water 

Crews and the runner have to carry all the food and drink required 

And they weigh you at registration but not anymore out on the course 

Colin’s crew will record snippets with him during the race and we’ll have him back on post-race to tell us all about it.

This is episode 148 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 146 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

As an athletics correspondent for Running Magazine (the forerunner of Runners World), the Daily Telegraph and as a freelance Tom Knight covered 7 Summer Olympics and several World Athletic Championships

In that time Tom witnessed some amazing athletic feats that were controversial, inspirational, unbelievable

For this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast I asked Tom to share the top 5 Memorable Athletics  Moments he covered during his career

Its a fascinating insight into what it was like to be on the ground reporting on these amazing moments 

Tom recalls Lewis v Johnson in Seoul, Kelly Holmes in Athens, Kathy Freeman in Sydney, Jonathan Edwards in Gothenburg and London 2012

Tom and I met on the England Athletics running coaches course we are on

Tom works with athletes from the Bourton Road Runners

I also talk about the Smugglers Scuttle race from Bus Vyken events and the Trelissick Parkrun 

If you want to interact with the show you can send a message via the link at the top of these show notes 

This is episode 149 of the Running 44@60 podcast. You can access and download the previous 148 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

On this episode of the Running 44@60 podcast Colin Bathe returns to tell us how he got on in the 2024 West Highland Way Race 

On episode 148 we heard all about Colin's preparation - and Colin is a meticulous race planner.

During the event Colin and Becca, who was one of his crew and his second half pacer, recorded snippets. For this episode we play the snippets and then Colin talks us through each snippet. It's the first time we've done something like this so I hope you like it!

The West Highland Way Race got underway at 1am on Sunday June 22nd 2024 starting from Milngavie which is about 10 miles north of Glasgow.

The 95 mile route with 15,000 feet of elevation makes it way to Fort William

300 runners entered and 217 made the start line. 

Throughout you will hear Colin giving himself a score out of 5 in terms of how he was feeling. 

You will hear first hand how Colin's race unfolded. And not all races end as you hope they might.

What happened? Listen in to find out!

This is episode 150 of the Running 44@60 podcast.

To celebrate that I'm offering listers the chance to win one of six copies of 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Simple leave a rating / review for the show and then use the 'send us a text message' link at the top of these notes to say you've left a review, that you would like a copy of the book and where you want it sending.

You can access and download the previous 149 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Shane Benzie is a  Running Coach and Movement Specialist described by his client Damien Hall as 'the Indiana Jones of the Running World'

Shane has travelled the globe working with, filming and analysing the movements of not just runners but indigenous people and tribes who still move in the way that humans were ultimately designed to do so.

Shane has used all of this knowledge and experience and observation to help all types of runners from beginners to elite think about their running and improve it as a result.

We met when Shayn came to Truro and delivered a 2 1/2 hour workshop three times for athletes in groups of eight with lots of video analysis and focus on foot landing, pushing off, the inner tripod of the foot, running with the whole body and whipping through the legs from the hip to complete the ideal running action.

Shane describes his work as helping runners run more effortlessly, more efficiently and more enjoyably.

As runners Shane suggests we need to think more about our form and our movement.

One of his top tips for club runners is to focus on their head position as the natural thing for runners to do is to look down rather than keeping their head up with their  eyeline looking ahead.

For the likes of me and my new coaching friends he suggests we apply the mind of the beginner so every time we do something we learn something.

You can find out more about Shane at RunReBorn

Shane's book is 'The Lost Art of Running'

This is episode 151 of the Running 44@60 podcast.

To celebrate reaching 150 episodes I'm offering listers the chance to win one of six copies of 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Simple leave a rating / review for the show and then use the 'send us a text message' link at the top of these notes to say you've left a review, that you would like a copy of the book and where you want it sending.

You can access and download the previous 150 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

Trevor's big running goal is now the

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Saturday August 3rd - The Black RAT (Roseland August Trail) - 32 miles from St Anthonys Head to Porthpean.

I pulled at the 21 mile checkpoint at Gorran Haven. Not injured. Just not able to go on.

What happened?

Nutrition - did I eat enough and of the right things at the right time? - maybe not.

Hydration - did I get that wrong? I thought it was ok but I almost certainly didn't drink enough water

Training - did I do enough and of the right sort? Definitely not. I just didn't do the mileage and I did no training on the course.

Lessons learnt? - Plenty.

Will I still do the Arc 50? - As I was nearing Gorran Haven it was a definitely not but now maybe it's a possibility. I need to focus and create a proper training plan starting at the beginning of September.

Big thanks to everyone at Mudcrew for putting on a great event and to all the marshals and supporters out on the course.

This is episode 152 of the Running 44@60 podcast.

To celebrate reaching 150 episodes I'm offering listers the chance to win one of six copies of 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon.Simple leave a rating / review for the show and then use the 'send us a text message' link at the top of these notes to say you've left a review, that you would like a copy of the book and where you want it sending.

You can access and download the previous 150 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

Host Trevor Lee ran his own first ultra in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - hence 44@60.  Trevor has written a book about his buildup and adventure – it is both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. Each sale generates £5 for Childrens Hospice South West.

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Regular contributor to this podcast, Andy Williams had a fantastic run at the Roseland August Trails (RAT) completing the extraordinarily tough 100 km /64 mile event known as the Plague in 17:31:52

The Plague starts at the Porthpean near St Austell race HQ at 12:05am on the Saturday morning and takes the runners 32 miles down the Cornish coast path to St Anthony's Head where they turn around and run back

 Andy had a terrific run and when I saw him afterwards was feeling still full of energy - a complete contrast to me and I'd only run a third of the distance!

So I was keen to know why he was still feeling energised

What had he done with regard to nutrition and hydration?

Andy shares how he completely changed his view of nutrition within the last two months before he successfully completed the Plague.

He talks about Precision Hydration gels and electrolyte tablets and Cliff Blocs 

Andy’s nutrition plan clearly worked for him 

There is a mention for Andy as the Race Director for the fabulous Truro Half Marathon which is on Sunday, September 15th

This is episode 153 of the Running 44@60 podcast.
 
 To celebrate reaching 150 episodes I'm offering listers the chance to win one of six copies of 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Simple leave a rating / review for the show and then use the 'send us a text message' link at the top of these notes to say you've left a review, that you would like a copy of the book and where you want it sending. 

You can access and download the previous 152 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme.
 
 My big running goal remains the

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I’ve recently, along with 11 others, passed the England Athletics Coach in Running Fitness Course

This involved an initial weekend in Taunton followed by a couple of Zoom lead sessions before returning to Taunton almost 3 months later for a final assessment.

In between the first and last session we had to work with an athlete on an eight week programme (known as a mesocycle) to help them reach a particular running goal. 

So I've handed over this episode to six newly qualified coaches who were on the same course as me to share with you their top tips to help you with your running.

You're going to hear from Drew, Lorna, Tom, Ryan, Anita and Brendan

A big thanks to them for their contribution not just to this episode but to helping you with your running and being great colleagues on the course. 

If you enjoy the episode then please do share it with your Running colleagues and it would be great if you left a review

This is episode 154 of the Running 44@60 podcast and to celebrate reaching the 150 episode marker I'm offering listeners the chance to win one of six copies of 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Simple leave a rating / review for the show and then use the 'send us a text message' link at the top of these notes to say you've left a review, that you would like a copy of the book and where you want it sending. 

You can access and download the previous 153 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme.
 
 My big running goal remains the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Annie Vernon is the daughter of a Cornish farmer who became a double world champion and an Olympic Silver medalist in that toughest of all sports - rowing.

Annie then wrote an award winning book Mind Games - subtitled determination, doubt and lucky socks: an inside his guide to the psychology of elite athletes. You can buy Mind Games from your local independent bookshop or via Bookshop which is an online shop supporting independent book shops if you want to buy the book online. 
 
During the episode Annie shares those mindset insights which the club runners and elite runners who listen to this podcast can apply when they are running, including the traits of determination, confidence, resilience and competitiveness.

It is a fascinating episode as we get a peek into the world of the elite athlete and all that entails in terms of mindset and how that alone can often make the difference between being great and being good. 

This is episode 155 of the Running 44@60 podcast and it is also the fifth anniversary of the podcast since we first launched on August 21st 2019

To celebrate reaching the 5 year marker I'm giving away 3 copies of 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Simply leave a rating / review for the show and then use the 'send us a text message' link at the top of these notes to say you've left a review, that you would like a copy of the book and where you want it sending. 

You can access and download the previous 154 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme.
   
 My big running goal remains the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The Woods is an event organised Bys Vyken Events and I took part in it on September 14th 2024 tackling the 12 hour version of the four and a bit mile loop in Tehidy Woods in the middle of Cornwall.

It was a great day and an event that I would definitely recommend. 

I didn't record on the way around with the exception of a few snippets on my phone on my last lap which I share at the end of a few minutes of introducing the event and mentioning a few people who I met on the day.

A couple of events I mentioned on the episode that depending on when you read these notes you might still be able to enter:

Run Mawnan

Tywarnhayle 10k 

To celebrate reaching the 5 year marker of the podcast I'm giving away a few copies of 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

Simple leave a rating / review for the show and then use the 'send us a text message' link at the top of these notes to say you've left a review, that you would like a copy of the book and where you want it sending. 

You can access and download the previous 155 episodes via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme.
   
 My big running goal remains the Arc of Attrition 50 in January 2025. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

One of the things I'm always trying to do on this podcast is have people on it who have completed running challenges that we've not covered before and indeed many of the listeners might not have heard of.

I first met Martin Elcoate at the Cornwall Running Show in 2023 when he was one of the volunteers on The Green Runners stand.

And then earlier this year Martin appeared in a whole page article in Runners World featuring the amazing challenge he had undertaken starting at the beginning of 2024 involving a bespoke Ordinance Survey map and the 400 km² that surrounded where he lived.

Essentially Martin's plan was to run through every one of the 400 squares all of which are 1km x 1km.

Martin's dairy can be found on Instagram @martinelcoate

Martin shares details of the challenge and also gives us an update on what's happening with The Green Runners including a crowdfunding campaign they have launched to enable them to employ a couple of people to help them massively expand their work.

You can access and download the previous 156 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 
   

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

In 2021 Trevor Lee takes on his first ultramarathon challenge - Cornwall's 44 mile coastal path Classic Quarter. Trevor will by then have moved into a new decade of life – hence the title 44&60.
This podcast will follow Trevor's journey and include interviews with seasoned ultra runners who will provide top tips and ideas.
If you would like to be featured or interviewed for the podcast please contact Trevor via trevor@trevorleemedia.co.uk
You can follow the journey on Trevor's website via this link

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I met Brendan Fletcher when we were both earlier this year on the England Athletics Coach in Running Fitness course.

Brendan is a fully qualified tour guide and has run several ultra marathons most of which I've never heard of including:

TestWay Ultra
Dragon Coastal Ultra 100
Run with No Witty Name
Clarendon Marathon

We also talk about Brendan's new running tour around Stonehenge based on his amazing local knowledge of the area – he lives just 1 mile from Stonehenge in combination with his sheer enthusiasm for running and his seven year experience as a tour guide.

For the Stonehenge Running Tour Brendan specialises in working with groups of four people, who book with him as a group and then he will take them on a run anywhere between five and 13 miles at all times of the year. Brendan even offers as part of the service to pick people up to come on the tour from anywhere as far away from Stonehenge as Bristol in one direction and London in another direction.

Brendan is a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour guide and I'm convinced that anyone going on one of his tours will have a great time and learn absolutely tons. Be ready though with your phone camera because you are going to go places that only Brendan will be able to take you.

Brendan also tries to, regardless of the time of year, start each run around sunrise so you get the best views of the Stonehenge area.

Brendan's non-running tours can be found at Chalkland Tours Ltd

You can access and download the previous 157 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I made a big thing about saying that I would never run the Cornish Marathon and there I was on November 3rd 2024 on the start line.

So yes I did run the Cornish Marathon, or rather I 'Jeffed' the Cornish Marathon so four minutes running one minute walking using the same strategy I used at the Brighton Marathon earlier in the year.

Was a great day and I thoroughly, thoroughly enjoyed it.

Lots of fantastic people and some amazing views from the middle of nowhere.

Loads of great volunteers out on the course - just a tremendous day. I'm so glad that I did do it.

This is an on the run recording picking up snippets as I go which I hope you'll enjoy and I hope will give you a flavour for the Cornish Marathon if you decide to do it in 2025.

If you do think about that here's the link to the East Cornwall Harriers website page featuring the Cornish Marathon.

You can access and download the previous 158 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This was my first Roseland August Trail (RAT) event and what a fantastic day out we all had, especially those who travelled in the Brown team bus from Truro and took part in the white event – 11 miles.
These are the snippet audio recordings I made on the way round which are being turned into what I hope will be an entertaining and essentially you haven't run a RAT event before inspiring podcast to make you want to do it next year.
Big thanks to the MudCrew team for putting on a fantastic event.
Many thanks to my voice-over, design and production teams who have made this possible.

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I had this idea to bring together a couple of ARC 50 2025 runners to talk about plans, thoughts, kit, etc…

That ‘couple’ quickly turned into six!

So a big thank to Richard, Anya, Himani, Tom, Nicky and Matt for contributing to this episode.

We talk about where we are with our training and plans - we recorded On Thursday Nov 8th so 78 days from the ARC 50.

Five of the group are running the Lighthouse Marathon on Saturday November 9th which is on the ARC 50 course starting at Pendeen.

We are meeting again on December 12th where we will catch on what has happened in the previous 5 weeks and will talk about mandatory kit, rules and regulations and our eating / drinking plans. 

If you are taking part in the ARC 50 and want to a share top tip or two then drop an email to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk or at the top of these notes press ‘Send us a Text Message’ - if you use that method please include your name otherwise I won't know who you are and I can’t reply to text messages. 

You can access and download the previous 159 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

On the run recording of the Zennor to St Ives route condensed into about 20 minutes of run time. 

Picking out all the various landmarks, gates, big rocks, styles, signposts along the way. 

I've broken the ARC 50 down into 9 sections:

1. Minack to Lands End 
2. Lands End to Cape Cornwall
3. Cape Cornwall to Pendeen
4. Pendeen to Zennor
5. Zennor to St Ives
6. St Ives to Hayle
7. Hayle to Godrevy
8. Godrevy to Portreath 
9. Portreath to Porthtowan

This episode covers section 5
The next one covers section 7
And I'm planning to cover section 4

For me these are the crucial sections as I'll be chasing cut off times at St Ives and then Godrevy.

If you are taking part in the ARC 50 and want to a share top tip or two then drop an email to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk or at the top of these notes press ‘Send us a Text Message’ - if you use that method please include your name otherwise I won't know who you are and I can’t reply to text messages. 

You can access and download the previous 160episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

On the run recording of the Arc 50 Hayle to Godrevy section condensed into about 30 minutes of run time. 

Taking you through the Dunes - often referred to as the 'Dunes of Doom' - well lets hope not! I've been through here several tie including twice last winter in the dark with my good friend Tracy Waite. I took some photos on this and previous run which you can find on my Arc Training Website section. You can also photos from my previous podcast episode which covered the Zennor to St Ives section. Next up I'll be looking to cover Pendeen to Zennor. 

I've broken the ARC 50 down into 9 sections:

1. Minack to Lands End 
2. Lands End to Cape Cornwall
3. Cape Cornwall to Pendeen
4. Pendeen to Zennor
5. Zennor to St Ives
6. St Ives to Hayle
7. Hayle to Godrevy
8. Godrevy to Portreath 
9. Portreath to Porthtowan

This episode covers section 7
The previous one covers section 5
And I'm planning to cover section 4

For me these are the crucial sections as I'll be chasing cut off times at St Ives and then Godrevy.

If you are taking part in the ARC 50 and want to a share top tip or two then drop an email to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk or at the top of these notes press ‘Send us a Text Message’ - if you use that method please include your name otherwise I won't know who you are and I can’t reply to text messages. 

You can access and download the previous 160episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

To celebrate a landmark birthday in 2024 Rachel Thomson tackled a series of running events throughout the year whilst raising money for St Petrocs, the Cornwall Homeless Charity. The website provides information on how you can donate - including all those running hoodies you never wear.

So how did all go?

We catch up on the four events that became five when Rachel added the November Cornish Marathon to her challenges. 

Rachel’s fundraising finishes at the start of 2025 so you still have time to support her via her Local Giving page.

The five challenges Rachel undertook:

April 21st - London Marathon - Rachel wore a bright yellow St Petrocs top and had a fabulous day out.

June 14th - Scilly 60% - 38 km over four of the Isles of Scilly: St Martins, Tresco, Bryher, St Agnes - if you miss the cut off on any stage you literally miss the boat to the next stage. Did Rachel make the cut offs?

Aug 2nd 7pm start  - The BOYD (Bring Out Your Dead) - 24 hours of running a 5 mile loop which includes 500 steps. If you stop at any point for more than 10 minutes you're out! Rachel tells how a rogue piece of wood with nails didn't help.

Sept 14th - The Woods - 12 hours of a 4 mile loop in Tehidy Woods. One of Rachel's favourites. 

Nov 3rd - The Cornish Marathon - 26.2 miles through mid/east Cornwall 

To get in touch with this podcast drop an email to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk or at the top of these notes press ‘Send us a Text Message’ - if you use that method please include your name otherwise I won't know who you are and I can’t reply to text messages. 

You can access and download the previous 162 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. 

The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospi

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Ollie Jackman decided in 2020 after lots of lockdown solo running to Run Devon. 

From the most Northernly point to the most Southerly point in 3 days using his own route to coincide with overnight campsites. 

His adventure raised in excess of £5000 for Young Devon a charity that for over 70 years has been helping young people thrive. 

He covered 137 miles! 

In 2021 he decided to do Run Devon again with a few more runners and some change stops the route and again lots of money raised.

By the 2024 edition happened the route had become 92 miles from Illfracombe to Plymouth with 5 distances offers:

92 miles with an overnight stop at 58 miles and other distances of 34, 26 , 15 and 9 miles all finishing in Plymouth.

The money raised for Young Devon has now totalled over £100,000

The 2025 event is on September 13th/14th - keep an eye on the Run Devon website for when entries open in the early part of 2025. 

Let us know here on the podcast if you plan to take part. 

To get in touch with this podcast drop an email to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk or at the top of these notes press ‘Send us a Text Message’ - if you use that method please include your name otherwise I won't know who you are and I can’t reply to text messages. 

You can access and download the previous 163 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. 

The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I had this idea to bring together a couple of ARC 50 2025 runners to talk about plans, thoughts, kit, etc…

That ‘couple’ quickly turned into six!

So a big thank to Richard, Anya, Himani, Tom, Nicky and Matt for contributing 

In this episode recorded on December 12th we talk where we’ve got to training wise, how we getting on rounding up all the kit needed and plans for training in the next few weeks. 

The Arc 50 is on Saturday January 25th 2025

It starts at the Minack Theatre at 8.30am and participants have until midnight to arrive at race HQ at the Eco Park at Porthtowan

This group is meeting again on January 16th 9 days before we go for it

If you are taking part in the ARC 50 and want to a share top tip or two then drop an email to podcast@trevorleemedia.co.uk or at the top of these notes press ‘Send us a Text Message’ - if you use that method please include your name otherwise I won’t know who you are and I can’t reply to text messages. 

You can access and download the previous 164 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

There are plenty of previous episodes which feature the Arc 50 and 100 - to find them simply scroll through the episode titles 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

This is episode 166 of the Running 44@60 podcast and the 33rd in 2024.

In this episode I give a shout out to all the fantastic guests who have appeared on the show this year plus I detail my favourite three Parkruns, I give an honourable mention to 3 other races and then in reverse order I introduce my top six favourite races of 2024

I did 20 races in total in 2024 and of the top six from 2023 only one has made the top six for 2024 - possibly because the other five I didn’t re-run.

I also mention the Cornwall Running Show which is being held on Sunday, the 12th of January at the Penventon Hotel in Redruth in Cornwall

I will be there with my podcast recording equipment so if you come along, why not find me on my stand and sit down with me and tell me in a minute or so your big target race for 2025 and then I will make an episode out of all those clips and you will be on this podcast. How about that?

I've also got lined up for the New Year some more Arc of Attrition runs including running the Dunes in the dark with my friend Tracy Waite, catching up with the gang of six who are taking part in the Arc 50 and hoping to get someone from the race organisers just to confirm all those kit arrangements that people have been asking lots of questions about on the Facebook pages

Finally may I wish all of you a very joyous Christmas and a peaceful New Year and thank you very very much for tuning in and listening to the podcast

That is much appreciated and means I've got to carry on podcasting into 2025.

I look forward to that.

See you then

You can access and download the previous 165 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

There are plenty of previous episodes which feature the Arc 50 and 100 - to find them simply scroll through the episode titles 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The Cornwall Running Show is taking place at the Penventon Park Hotel on Sunday January 12th 2025 

Tracy Waite is the organiser and mastermind behind what will be the 4th edition of the show.

The exhibition hall is open to visitors from 10am but anyone wanting to go on a guided run pre-show needs to arrive on site at 9am - in trail shoes - with  change of shoes please for the show. 

There is a packed programme of activities and speakers and a great variety of stands, which sold out several weeks ago

A shout out to the three main sponsors : Bys Vyken Events, Firebrand Brewery and Parc Signs. 

Admission is free. There is plenty of parking onsite and the Hotel is close to local bus routes and Redruth station

I will be there on a stand with the podcast recording kit. I'll be looking for visitors to record for a minute or so talking about their running plans for 2025. 

This is episode 167. You can access and download the previous 166 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

There are plenty of previous episodes which feature the Arc of Attrition 50 and 100 - to find them simply scroll through the episode titles - including epsidoxe 108 when in January 2023 Tracy and I ran through the Dunes in the the dark. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

The 4th Cornwall Running Show organised by Tracy Waite from The Waite Room took place at the Penventon Hotel on Sunday January 12th.

13 visitors sat in the podcast recording hot seat and shared their running plans for 2025. You're going to hear from Dave, Sharon, Andy, Lynsey, Blakey, Liz, Andy, Jodie, Connor, David, Steven, Kathryn and Phil.

I mention that I'll share links to some of the events they talk about so here are those links:

The Plague

Beacon Beast

Conquer 24

Scilly 60

Ultra tour of Arran

Holistic Healing Cornwall

Classic Quarter

Dragons Back

Fastest Known Time

The Green Runners

A shout out to the show's three main sponsors : Bys Vyken Events, Firebrand Brewery and Parc Signs. 

This is episode 168. You can access and download the previous 166 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

There are plenty of previous episodes which feature the Arc of Attrition 50 and 100 - to find them simply scroll through the episode titles - including epsidoxe 108 when in January 2023 Tracy and I ran through the Dunes in the the dark. 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Andy Goundry has completed the Classic Quarter in three formats – as part of a relay of 4,  a relay of 2 and as an individual runner. In this episode Andy shares his experiences of taking on the Classic Quarter and provides some really valuable insights into various parts of the course and how to tackle them as well as tips on eating, drinking, walking up the hilly bits etc...

If you would like to come on the podcast and share your Marathon and Ultra Marathon running experiences and expert tips including training plans, motivation and mindset, dealing with injuries, food and drink preparation etc please drop me an email to trevor@trevorleemedia.co.uk or connect with me on LinkedIn or Facebook.

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

At the Cornwall Running Show on Sunday someone asked me if I could point them in the direction of the episodes on this podcast that have featured the Arc of Attrition 50 or 100
Here they are in episode number and broadcast date order - you should be able to easily use this info on your podcast app or platform to find each episode:

Ep 22 - Feb 11th 2020 - Being an Arc Angel at Penzance - recorded in the aid station
Ep 79 - Feb 4th 2022 - Four 50 finishers share their experience including women's race winner Lucy Williams
Ep 80 - Feb 10th 2022 - Stuart Thomson 100 finisher with crew Rachel Thomson
Ep 86 - Apr 24th 2022 - Tristan Stephenson - 100 course record holder at that point in 20:01:43
Ep 108 - Jan 17th 2023 - Running the Dunes in the Dark with Tracy Waite
Ep 109 - Feb 1st 2023 - Nick Pope Arc 50 Finisher
Ep 110 - Feb 6th 2023 - Holly Holmes - Top 10 women's finish in the 100
Ep 111 - Feb 10th 2023 - Vassos Alexander - finisher in the 100
Ep 138 - Feb 2nd 2024 - Pete Sowerby debut 100 in sub 24 hours 
Ep 139 - Feb 11th 2024 - Andy Williams valet manager at St Ives
Ep 146 - Apr 29th 2024 - UTMB acquire Arc with Andrew Ferguson
Ep 161 - Nov 15th 2024 - Zennor to St Ives recce 
Ep 162 - Nov 19th 2024 - Hayle to Godrevy recce 

All this publicity I've given the Arc ! 
Has to be worth a free place in 2026! 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

So here we are recording on January 16th - just 9 days to go the Arc 50 

Richard, Anya, Himani, Tom, Nicky and Matt kindly agreed towards the end of October to come on the show and talk about their build up to the Arc 50

We previously recorded on November 7th - hard to believe that was two months ago - and then again on December 12th 

I try and avoid during asking them how they are feeling!

Instead we focus on sharing anything that might easily be overlooked such as :

You have to wear your race bib on your front but not on your shorts

Cut off times at aid stations are when you leave not when you arrive

Leaving the Minack start will be very slow - don’t panic! 

Registration - remember to take all mandatory kit including your pack and trail shoes 

As well as tips for eating, setting timers, drinking plenty etc...

We've had great fun recording these episodes and the 7 of us have an Arc 50 What's App group which has been super helpful and motivating

Our plan is to meet up on the Monday after the Arc to see how we all got on

You can access and download the previous 169 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

There are plenty of previous episodes which feature the Arc 50 and 100 - to find them simply scroll through the episode titles or tun into episode 169 which details those episodes 

I ran my first, and so far only, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Just 3 days to go to the Arc of Attrition 50 - I've been planning all the sections - estimating times for each one, making notes of landmarks to take with me, getting all the kit ready for registration check on Friday.

And with no running for four weeks I've been eating, sleeping, watching Arc of Attrition You Tube videos and listening to previous episodes of this podcast which featured the Arc 50.

My plan is to be on the start line and see how we go from there.

I want to have a grand day out and I'll be recording for this podcast as part of that.

Looking at my timing estimates ensuring I get to St Ives in time to change shoes etc and leave by 5.15pm could be very tight. 

Good luck to all of you taking part. 

Run with a smile on your face and enjoy your day! 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

So here we are recording on Monday January 27th - 2 days after the Arc 50 

So what happened to our group - Richard, Anya, Himani, Tom, Nicky and Matt?

Each has a story to tell

Some made it

Some didn’t

What would they all do differently?

And what are they doing next? 

It has been fantastic being part of this group - behind the scenes the What’s app group the 7 of us are part of has been virtually every day for the past 2.5 months full of encouragement, support, advice and help. 

And most of us met in person for the first time at either Friday registration or at 5am on the Saturday in the barn at HQ waiting for the coaches to the Minack 

You can access and download the previous 171 episodes of this show via your usual podcast app or on the Running 44@60 podcast page. 

I ran my first, and so far only completed, ultra marathon in 2021 - the 44 mile Classic Quarter - to celebrate a landmark birthday which was a few weeks before the run. 

This podcast started as a way of me learning how to do that - hence why it’s called Running 44@60. The adventure then turned into a book and as a business consultant it became both a business and running book and is available on Amazon via this link: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon. 

My run raised over £7000 for Childrens Hospice South West Music Therapy programme and every book bought on Amazon generates another £5 for the programme. 

Send us a text

The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

If you’re wondering why this episode is called thank you and good night it is because it is the final episode.

I’ve had an absolute fantastic time. I’ve met some incredible people hosting this podcast since it first started in August 2019 not just as guests but as listeners and also at all the runs I've taken part in. 

It was only meant to help me complete the Classic Quarter which I did in May 2021 so it should’ve finished over 3 1/2 years ago .

But here we are at episode number 173 and of course it was almost by sheer chance that this whole journey started.

Back in February 2019 I was invited to speak at a business conference. The headline speaker was a guy called Jim Lawless who talked about a concept he had created called TamingTigers which essentially was about setting yourself challenges way beyond your comfort zone.

Whilst listening to Jim, I was conscious that I was just over two years away from a landmark birthday for which I had been thinking about running a third career marathon, the previous two being in 2005 and 2010. Listening to Jim I realised that wasn’t a Taming Tigers enough challenge.

For some reason the name Classic Quarter popped up into my head and I looked it up over lunchtime to discover that it was a coastal path run from Lizard Point, which is relatively close to where I was living when my children were growing up, to Lands End. Undoubtedly the Taming Tigers bit was discovering it was 44 miles!

I started calling the challenge 44 at 60 and as I already had a business podcast I decided that the best way to learn how to take on this challenge was to start a podcast so I could record all the great advice I knew I would be given.

The first episode which was basically an introduction episode went live in August 2019, with episode two being my first ever coastal path race -  the White Rat. My first guest was the fabulous Andy Goundry who told me ultrarunning was an eating competition not a running competition and to make sure that I walked up all the hills in the race, but to run up all of them in training and keep smiling! 

Without doubt this podcast was a massive factor in achieving my goal of finishing the Classic Quarter and along the way raising over £7000 for the children’s hospice Southwest and postrace writing the book 12 business lessons from running an ultra marathon.

So many fantastic guests, so many great running adventures and so many great running community friends. I feel very privileged to have been able to do this. 

Thank you everyone - it's been a blast! 

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

Andy & Lorraine Brown only started running on a regular basis a few years ago. Despite missing the first ever one they have since run 127 of the 144 Trelissick Park Runs - and they have usually volunteered on the runs they have missed. They are trail runners by choice and completed all the runs in the 2018/2019 Cornwall Multi Terrain Series with Lorraine finishing 3rd in her category. In this episode they share their running story including their White RAT run in August and their plans to run the Grizzly and the Red RAT in 2020.

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West

I had great fun interviewing Richard as he shares his running story which includes taking part in the very first London Marathon, running a 2:54 marathon and now being a stalwart volunteer as well as runner at his local ParkRun, and he reveals that he's put himself in the ballot for London 2020. Enjoy!
 If you would like to come on the show and share your running tips, particularly in the areas of nutrition, hydration, managing injuries, motivation and race plan management then please get in touch via trevor@trevorleemedia.co.uk or message me on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.

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The Running 44@60 podcast began as a learning / motivational tool for host Trevor Lee in his quest to run a first ever ultra - the Classic Quarter in 2021 - here's the story of Running 44@60

The first episode was broadcast in August 2019. The final episode - number 173 - went out on January 31st 2025.

Trevor wrote a book on the back of the Classic Quarter: 12 Business Lessons from Running an Ultra Marathon - all proceeds go to the Children's Hospice South West