Running, Life & Stuff! (Craig Allen)

Rebecca Dent is a high performance dietitian specialising in supporting ultra runners and mountain sports athletes who are training towards a race or summit. With over 20 years of experience having worked with hundreds of ultra runners/mountaineers from beginners to season pros, Rebecca is able to provide personalised easy to put into practise nutrition guidance to support the individuals health, training and performance goals. 

Rebecca has established herself in the heart of Europe's Outdoor Adventure Capital, the Chamonix Valley so she can truly live and pursue her passion for ultra endurance sports.

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: If you are experiencing a sudden change in bowel habits or continuous daily stomach issues then we advise to seek medical support and speak to your doctor.

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

Welcome to this episode! Today, Craig and Anna are joined by Phil, from Cryo Refresh.  Along with Craig, he advocates heavily for cryotherapy. In this episode he explains why it's so beneficial to use cryo chambers to improve performance, speed recovery, but also for chronic pain.

Spoiler alert: It's nothing to do with Walt Disney!

Cryo Refresh's Website: https://www.cryorefresh.co.uk/

Cryo Refresh's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cryorefresh/

Cryo Refresh's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cryorefresh/

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

Welcome to this episode! During this one you'll hear some pros and cons of dating other runners—with plenty or listener input along the way! 😁

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The Eurafrica trail is one of the most unique in the world, running through some of the most stunning locales of any trail craig has been part of, leading you through 3 countries, but what makes it feels so magical? Hear why from event organisers Aitor and Ana!

Eurafrica Trail's Website: https://eurafricatrail.com/?lang=en

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

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In this episode, Craig and Anna are joined by Peter Wilmot who is running 120K on the Lavaredo Ultra Trail for Alzheimer's Society.  He chats about the run, his goals, finding the ideal pace and why he's fundraising for the cause.

Peter's JustGiving Page for Alzheimer's: https://www.justgiving.com/page/peter-wilmot-lavaredo-ultratrail-120km?utm_term=YG7gekpj3

CryoRefresh: https://www.cryorefresh.co.uk/

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

Welcome to this episode! During this one you'll hear some pros and cons of dating other runners from a professional relationship coach - the best advice on the market!

Rachel New is a dating and relationship coach and educator in London, UK.  Drawing on her work in the University of Oxford, Rachel has an evidence-based approach, using published scientific research to inform her advice.  She also encourages ethical and healthy dating—treating others well, looking after yourself and using a mindful approach.

Rachel has published four books, including a dating workbook, dating diary, a collection of mindfulness activities and an anthology of speculative short stories (co-authored with her partner), Artificial Futures, about relationships and technology.

Rachel's official site: https://rachelnewdatingcoach.co.uk

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Craig recounts his transformative experience at the Eurafrica Trail, a five-day race across three countries. From climbing Gibraltar’s iconic rock to navigating Morocco's White Mountains, he tells tales of technical trails, cultural encounters and so much more.

Eurafrica Trail's Website: https://eurafricatrail.com/?lang=en

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

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Luke Gallear is a former professional boxer and the founder of Darley Boxing Club. With a passion for boxing since his early teens, Luke turned his love for the sport into a career, competing at a professional level before injury ended his fighting days. Now, he dedicates himself to training young boxers and running his club, helping others achieve their goals in the sport.

In this episode, Luke shares his journey from a tough upbringing in Derby to his professional boxing career and the founding of Darley Boxing Club. The discussion covers his early influences, the challenges he faced, and his philosophy on training and determination. Luke also highlights the importance of roadwork in boxing, parallels between boxing and running, and his mission to give back by mentoring the next generation of fighters.

Darley Boxing Club on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/darey.abc

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We're at the tail end of summer and the night's are drawing in (nobody mention the "C word" though!).  On this episode you'll hear Craig's tips to be safe while running in the dark.

Tyles is in France and Craig wants to contact her SO badly, even though she's on holiday she makes a quick guest appearance with an update which will help improve Anglo-French relations!

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Rebecca Dent is a high performance dietitian specialising in supporting ultra runners and mountain sports athletes who are training towards a race or summit. With over 20 years of experience having worked with hundreds of ultra runners/mountaineers from beginners to season pros, Rebecca is able to provide personalised easy to put into practise nutrition guidance to support the individuals health, training and performance goals. 

Rebecca has established herself in the heart of Europe's Outdoor Adventure Capital, the Chamonix Valley so she can truly live and pursue her passion for ultra endurance sports.

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: If you are experiencing a sudden change in bowel habits or continuous daily stomach issues then we advise to seek medical support and speak to your doctor.

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

To get in touch with the Pod, please email: craig@runninglifestuff.com

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Craig, co-founder of BEAR coffee shops, shares the inspiring journey of building a thriving coffee business rooted in community. From starting in a shed to running multiple locations, Craig discusses the art of coffee, the power of connection, and how BEAR fosters social spaces that bring people together and how it all links to running.

Check out BEAR: https://bemorebear.co/

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This is the dog rehoming charity that Anna used to find her Sherwood: https://www.facebook.com/dogrescueandadoption

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Over the last few weeks Craig and Anna have talked to some amazing guests, during this episode you'll hear a "progress check" to see your their recent marathons went.  

We've been releasing material for 6 months now, and having collated your thoughts and feedback, one question keeps coming up: "Who the hell is Anna"; during this episode we'll delve deeper into this mystical being through some quick fire action. 

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One ultra marathon is a pretty big undertaking.... imagine doing two back to back.  Craig's been up to that, and you'll hear the effects during this episode, along with the dangers of handling nuts and melons at the same time! 🥜🍈

Craig's full of gratitude for his support crew.... massive love to them 😍

A slide at a hotel may sound like fun, but the advantages are REAL when you're having a hard time walking!

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During this episode, Craig and Anna are joined by Laura and Ian, a power couple who put together the GB Ultra races around the UK every year, they discuss all of the runs they put on and how the opportunity has come about.

GB Ultra's Website: https://www.gbultras.com/

The episode around dating other runners: https://runninglifeandstuff.podbean.com/e/005-dating-other-runners-a-do-or-a-don-t/

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

Welcome to this episode, today Craig and Anna are joined by Dan from the Matlock running club, it's a tight knit group of runners who share what they love doing... So why should you join a running club? For the social aspects, the motivation and so much more mentioned in todays episode.

Matlock Athletic Club's Website: https://www.matlockac.org.uk/

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"MERRY CHRISTMAS!"

Join Santa Craig, Elf Anna and Pete the Gingerbread man as they talk complete rubbish at this festive time of year!

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

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During this episode, Craig and Anna chat about the future of the podcast and... Who's hosted countdown in the past....and we experience some of Craig's "Carr confusion"!

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

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Health and safety is often forgot in the moment of a run, for the folks at Sierra Blanca it's a key component for running, especially since they run a HARD race.

In this episode, Craig and Anna talk to Marina from the Sierra Blanca "Break Your Limits" run, it's a tough trail and she highlights how the team keep a close eye on the runners.

Take a peek at the Sierra Blanca trail: https://en.cxmsierrablanca.com/

Another way to see it:  https://marbella-epictrail.com/

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Tiree Ultramarathon is the Ultramarathon for everyone... the weather can change rapidly, it keeps the marathon variable and you won't get bored! 😂

In this episode, Craig and Anna are joined by one of the event organisers; Will Wright. 

Take a look at the Tiree Ultramarathon: https://www.tireefitness.co.uk/events/tiree-ultramarathon

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

Welcome to this episode! Today, Craig and Anna are joined by Lois, a Performance Physiologist from Loughborough University, the sporting capital of the UK!  She explains why scientific training is beneficial and why it can be the catalyst for stepping up your game and furthering your running journey.

Lois' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lois-fileman/?originalSubdomain=uk

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During this episode Craig chats about his recent experience in Marbella at the CXM Sierra Blanca.  Not only was the 42.2km brilliantly signposted (he didn't get lost once), the food points catered for his nut allergy.  It wasn't just the perfect ultra....it was the perfect buffet!

See more on their official site: https://en.cxmsierrablanca.com/

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🎶 Happy Birthday to us

Happy Birthday to us 🎶

It's been 12 months since we started the podcast, MASSIVE thanks to you for listening—here's a recap of some of the silliness of the last year!

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

Welcome to the second episode.  During this one you'll hear talk of baby wipes, talcum powder and car park dates, Craig talks openly about gratitude, and he's learned his co-host, Anna's name! 

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

Welcome to this episode, which was recorded before the London marathon in 2024. Craig and Anna are joined by Amy, who's aiming to join the 100 Marathon Club.  At the time of recording, she was just about to run her 72nd in London.

Ripley Running Club's Website: https://www.ripleyrunningclub.co.uk/

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Peter's back to tell Craig about how he did in his Lavaredo Ultra Trail for Alzheimer's, he did it with relative ease... Even if he did have to backtrack a little bit.

Peter's JustGiving Page for Alzheimer's: https://www.justgiving.com/page/peter-wilmot-lavaredo-ultratrail-120km?utm_term=YG7gekpj3

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

Welcome to the third episode. During this one you'll hear from Craig after a 50 Mile Ultra in Spain.  He discusses his feelings, and how he broke down after the run. 

You'll also get more of a flavour when Anna (NOT HANNAH) asks him some either/or questions!

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Join us as Kris shares his inspiring transition from rugby to ultra-running, culminating in the gruelling Santa Lyon race.

Discover the challenges of midnight mountain runs, encounters with wild boars, and the mental grit needed to conquer mud, rain, and freezing temperatures.

The Santa Lyon race official site: https://www.saintelyon.com/

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The link between physical and mental health has never disputed. 

In this episode, Craig and Anna talk to Mark Rowland (CEO of The Mental Health Foundation), about the impact of running on your mental health and about the amazing work of the charity.

Craig is running 3000 miles in support of the foundation, please show your support here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/craigrunswild

Here's the Mental Health Foundation's site: 

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

This is the first full episode.  Find out more about Craig and his co-host Anna, (or Hannah....or Gary!)

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Are you a new runner? Do you want to be a runner? Where's the best place to start? It's time to dive in!

In this episode, Craig and Anna chat about the best way of taking running... As for the "life and stuff", what about men called jeff and how much Anna's boyfriend loves thumbs!

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Kickstart your New Year with actionable tips from Revive Active's Nutritional Therapist Nicola Sainty on how to set up your environment, mind, and body for success—whether it’s swapping sugary drinks for water or visualising your wins.

Discover why sleep and supplements are the secret weapons of ultra-athletes like Craig (hint: tart cherry juice is surprisingly powerful!). And don’t miss Nicola’s confession about her running goals—spoiler alert: she’s aiming for 15K, but only if there are no community runs led by Craig involved! 🏃‍♂️😂

This episode of Running Life & Stuff is brought to you with our friends at Revive Active - Check them out here: www.reviveactive.com  and use the discount code CRAIG15 for 15% off your order

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker.  Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

After months of training, a race.... and a broken body, RECOVERY is the answer!  Craig's still coming down after a 50-miler and he's a big fan of Restorative Yoga.  During this episode you'll hear his chat with Abbie from MindFit Yoga.

Check out her official site here: https://www.mindfityoga.co.uk/

and some awesome content on her FB here: https://www.facebook.com/MindFitYoga

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Using science in your training is awesome, but sometimes the stats, metrics and terminology are confusing and intimidating.

Friend of the show Lois (from the Sport Performance Centre at Loughborough University) makes the numbers understandable for mere mortals.

CryoRefresh: https://www.cryorefresh.co.uk/

Lois' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lois-fileman/?originalSubdomain=uk

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2 DJ's in one episode?  Music can lift you, motivate you and inspire you to be better.

Craig and Anna are joined by Max Tyler and Tom Watts, 2 talented artists who make the kind of music you're probably listening to on your evening run! 

Max's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxtylerofficial/

Max's Website: https://maxtylerofficial.com/

Tom's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomwatts/

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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker. 

Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff!

This is a short trailer episode... Craig can't wait for the official launch on Tuesday January 2, 2024.  Please use your podcast app to follow or subscribe, so you're notified of new content when it's released. 

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In this episode, Craig and Anna are joined by Jennifer Mannion.

Jen started with a 5k and became hooked! She founded the brilliant Runners and Stunners community, which supports females of all running abilities.

Follow Jen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyyyy_fit/?hl=en

Jennifer's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ndXdHNm6x6Rs76mKWrfDg?si=468c17f209454458

Runners and Stunners Strava Group: https://www.strava.com/clubs/1173201?hl=en-GB

Runners and Stunners Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1364210981186302/

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