Well Far Daily (Mags Creative + Amy Lane)
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| 15 May 2022 | Run chat with Laura 'Biceps' Hoggins | 00:03:33 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Around this time of year it’s easy to throw yourself into running in a bid to burn off the brie and celebrations eaten in abundance at Christmas. But if you want to run to lose weight, then you need to get strong. Today we PT and Instagram star Laura Hoggins (you'll probably know her as @laurabiceps) about her running journey that began with weight loss but actually, really can't be defined by the scales. Clip from: S01E03 Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 07 Nov 2022 | Final Race Day Tips | 00:02:44 | |
Personal trainer Andy Vincent talks to us today about his top race day tip (relax!) and how to keep on pushing on race day when your body starts to tire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Apr 2022 | Exploring the world through running | 00:01:56 | |
Coming up on today's Well Far Daily is Sophie Radcliffe who goes by the name of Challenge Sophie. In a clip taken from one of the first Well Far episodes, Sophie explains the joy of running and how it opens up doors to places and experiences you wouldn't have thought of before. Over to Sophie to explain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 May 2022 | The olympic mindset: go hard or go home with Dina Asher Smith | 00:02:52 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Good morning gang and welcome back to Well Far daily with me Amy Lane. Coming up is none other than Dina Asher-Smith, who, as an athlete and a sprinter is one of the best. Not just in Great Britain, but in the world. And I think we could all do with a dose of her enthusiasm and mindset right now. If you’ve been struggling to find the motivation to hit the streets, despite it being one of the few things we can do, then be inspired by Asher-Smith’s mindset on winter training. Over to Dina. Clip from: SE1EP2 Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | Meat vs Plants | 00:05:14 | |
Anita Bean is an expert dietician within the sports sphere, in today's clip she lays the facts out for meat eating versus being plant based and how to get the best out of a vegetarian diet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 14 May 2022 | Building strong foundations | 00:03:27 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: When it comes to running there’s a big misconception and that’s to be a good runner you just need to run more. On today’s Well Far Daily with me Amy Lane I chat to coach and former international athlete Luke Worthington about the exercises that build strong foundations for say, marathon running. You’ll notice that Luke mentions training in a gym as this episode was recorded before lockdown. But don’t worry. The advice is the same no matter where you’re working out. Over to Luke. Clip from: SE1EP3 Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 Jul 2022 | Kelly Holmes' Marathon Experience | 00:05:46 | |
Amy goes on a run with the tour de force that is Dame Kelly Holmes, who shares her insight into running a marathon. Clip from: S01E16
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| 15 Jun 2022 | Nixing the negative voices: Run chat with Sophie Radcliffe aka Challenge Sophie | 00:03:23 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: If the restrictions on your daily lifestyle are getting you down then stay tuned for today’s Well Far Daily. Coming up is Sophie Radcliffe who goes by the name of Challenge Sophie. In a clip taken from one of the first Well Far podcasts Sophie explains how pouring positivity energy into her challenges has helped her nix negative voices and keep pushing forward when life got tough. Don't entertain the negativity! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 Apr 2022 | How to help your marathon training when you aren't in your trainers | 00:03:31 | |
Today, I have a clip from an audio diary entry I made when I was tracking my marathon journey back in Well Far Season 1. As we know nutrition is such an important part of any training journey and in todays clip I share some of my go to simple and quick marathon meals. If you would like to hear more on this topic, then go check out our two episodes that we have recorded with Anita Bean! Anyway, over to todays clip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 31 Jul 2022 | Restoring Calm | 00:02:50 | |
The 'Mind Medic' Sarah Vohra talks to Amy about a simple system she uses to restore a sense of calm when life gets overwhelming! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Jul 2022 | Utilising Visualisations | 00:04:07 | |
Visualisations are the key to some athletes success. But what are they and how can we do them? Listen to the Mind Medic Sarah Vohra discuss how we can utilise visualisations to help us mentally prepare for training and races. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Sep 2022 | Run Chat with Alice Liveing | 00:03:36 | |
Today's clip is from a run chat with the fabulous Alice Living. We spoke about her fitness journey and how there is way more to life than body fat percentage. To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 Jun 2022 | Tips on finding the joy in long runs | 00:02:58 | |
Listen in today to hear how Amy Lane, digital editor at Women's Health and fitness expert, found joy and love of running - enough to start a podcast! In this snippet, Amy discusses her tips and tricks on how to enjoy long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 Apr 2022 | What not to do the day before a marathon | 00:02:50 | |
Stephan Ajaiadou, founder of LDN Brunch Club London & Francesca Mehato, Womens Health editor, discuss why last minute panic buys are not the thing to do the day before race day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Apr 2022 | The best yoga for runners | 00:04:06 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Today, I’ve got brilliant advice from Michael Wong to share with you. Michael is a leading voice in the global movement for modern mindfulness, a community activist, yoga and meditation teacher, speaker and author who talks use through how yoga can benefit your running. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Apr 2022 | The relationship between longevity and running | 00:03:21 | |
We’ve now had a few clips on HRV in the Well Far Daily thread now, but in short, HRV can help tell you how stressed your body is so that you can train smarter. Today Simon Wegerif, founder of ithlete a HRV tracking device and platform, explains how HRV can also be used to to track your life longevity too and who doesn’t want that? Over to Simon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 18 Apr 2022 | Does Kelly Holmes have any superstitions? | 00:03:24 | |
Superstitions are a divisive topic, some believe in them emphatically and others don't subscribe at all. Whilst out on a run with Kelly in the first series of Well Far, Amy probed her on the topic to find out where she stands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Sep 2022 | Tapering Explained With a Strength and Conditioning Coach | 00:03:36 | |
Tapering for your race is one of the most important parts of preparation, but it can often feel a little counter-intuitive to slow down after all that training. Coming up is advice from strength and conditioning coach Andy Vincent on why the taper is so important before race day. To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Apr 2022 | The benefits of joining a run club | 00:03:15 | |
Stephan Ajaiadou, founder of LDN Brunch Club London & Francesca Mehato, Women's Health editor, talk about the benefits of run clubs for both your running and your mind and the invaluable camaraderie and support they provide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Oct 2022 | Guilt Free Restdays With Heart Rate Variability | 00:02:30 | |
In today’s clip, Simon Wegerif, founder of 'ithlete' a HRV tracking device and platform, explains how tracking and HRV data can tell you when to take a rest day - and who doesn’t love a guilt free rest day? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 May 2022 | How to fuel your runs for success | 00:02:01 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: S01E07 Now there’s no single diet that suits every runner – everyone has different needs. But If you’ve got a big running goal in sight this year then you’ll need to think about what you’re putting in your body so you can get the most out of it. Today on Well Far Daily we hear a clip from a show I recorded with award-winning registered nutritionist, health writer, internationally published author and champion athlete Anita Bean. Sink your teeth into this advice on how to fuel your runs for success. Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Aug 2022 | Bryony Gordon: Race for Body Positivity | 00:03:09 | |
In this clip taken from a run-chat with author, journalist and campaigner, Bryony Gordon, we hear her motivation behind running the London Marathon and Vitality 10k in just her underwear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 May 2022 | Heart Rate Variability (HRV) - what is it? | 00:05:45 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Today, I’m going to introduce you to something called HRV which can help tell you how stressed your body is. It’s really useful for knowing when to take a rest day or when to go out and push yourself with some sprints. Over to Simon Wgerif, founder of ithlete a HRV tracking device and platform, to explain how to use track and use your HRV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Oct 2022 | Amy's Week In Running | 00:01:57 | |
What is the best balance of exercise in a week? Amy’s gives an inside scoop into her weekly training plan when mid marathon flow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 Oct 2022 | Follow Your Heart(Rate) | 00:03:33 | |
We've all heard the saying of following your heart, but today Anthony 'Fletch' Fletcher explains why it's so important to check your heart rate when you're training. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Apr 2022 | Do you need a fitness watch to help you run? | 00:03:47 | |
Sports tech reviewer extraordinaire, Kieran Alger, breaks down the key differences between the plethora of wearable tech available on the market these days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Jul 2022 | Run Chat With Bryony Gordon | 00:04:24 | |
Today we hear from Bryony Gordon. Bryony reflects on how running has helped her overcome her mental health struggles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 29 Sep 2022 | Changing Mindsets Around Fitness With 'Twice The Health' | 00:04:23 | |
In today's clip, half of Twice The Health Emily Kier talks to Amy about the evolution of running within the general population, how do we view it now? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Jun 2022 | Juggling your goals | 00:03:22 | |
In a candid moment from Amy while she prepares for an imminent Paris mararthon, we hear her reflect on how she's managed to chase the goal of achieving a race abroad whilst juggling so many other things and how it's necessary to keep an eye on what's important. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 Aug 2022 | Why We Should Interval Train | 00:03:31 | |
Interval training is well publicised as being excellent for improving our fitness, but why is that the case? PT Anthony Fletcher discusses the merits of interval training. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 22 Jul 2022 | Mentally Preparing for a Race | 00:03:21 | |
In this clip, Amy is joined by one half of 'Twice The Health', Emily Keir. Emily discusses what your mindset should be before and during a race- mind over matter really does work! Clip from: S01E16 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 29 May 2022 | Yoga for running | 00:04:20 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Today, I’ve got brilliant advice from Michael Wong to share with you. Michael is a leading voice in the global movement for modern mindfulness, a community activist, yoga and meditation teacher, speaker and author. In season one of Well Far I asked him “how can runners enjoy yoga when tight hamstrings and eagerness to run keeps them off the mat?” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 Jun 2022 | Amy's Top Training Tips | 00:03:28 | |
Today, in an interview from season one with her husband Ted Lane, Amy opens up about some of the best tips she’s heard and put into place during her time in the fitness space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 15 Apr 2022 | Can I strength train if I'm tapering my running? | 00:02:43 | |
Knowing the best approach to strength training when you're on a running plan can be a bit daunting - a key question we put to expert Emma Kirk Odunubi in this clip revolves around whether it's still ok to strength train if you're reducing your mileage as part of a plan. We'll let Emma take it from here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Jul 2022 | The Power of Perspective | 00:02:59 | |
Emily Keir is an avid runner and half of fitness duo 'Twice The Health'. In today's clip, Emily discusses the psychological benefits of breaking a run down into smaller chunks, it certainly makes those long runs less daunting! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Sep 2022 | 'Kit' Tips From a PT | 00:05:12 | |
Today I thought we'd talk about the bugbears of kit. As you begin to hit the double digits in your marathon training, grinning and bearing it is no longer an option - these are my top tips. To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Sep 2022 | The Link Between Meditation and Running with a Meditation Expert | 00:03:47 | |
In today's clip, Michael Wong, a leading voice in the global movement for modern mindfulness, answers the simple yet essential question: how can we all meditate? To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 19 Jul 2022 | Iron Deficiency and Female Running | 00:04:44 | |
Today's clip see's us chat to the brilliant research scientist Georgie Bruinvels! Georgie explains how hormones can impact performance and fitness. Just a note that this is a run chat that was recorded back in season 1 before the pandemic hit, so please don’t be perturbed by any hustle and bustle in the background! Clip from: S01E10 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Jun 2022 | What To Do the Week Before a Race | 00:04:24 | |
Running expert, Emma Kirk Odunubi, talks through how to beat the Maranoia (marathon paranoia) that starts to creep in just before a race and what you should be focusing on the week leading up to the big day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 Apr 2022 | Should I be doing more 'hard runs'? | 00:02:38 | |
Do you ever wonder how much you should be pushing yourself on your runs? It's a common question and not always so easy to answer, but here PT Anthony 'Fletch' Fletcher drills down into some of the variables to consider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 29 Apr 2022 | Amy's tips for surviving long runs | 00:03:02 | |
In this clip Amy talks about her top tips to get through long runs during her training and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 May 2022 | The protein myth | 00:04:27 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: SE1EP7 Today on Well Far Daily we’re sinking our teeth into the myths surrounding protein. You’re about to hear from award-winning registered nutritionist, health writer, internationally published author and champion athlete Anita Bean. In this clip from a show on fuelling your fitness, Anita explains why it’s easy to over consume protein and the marketing messages to be wary of. Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Jun 2022 | There's no such thing as a perfect runner | 00:02:58 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Strength and conditioning coach, trainer and footwear specialist, Emma Kirk Odunubi tells us why dropping notions of the perfect running technique, and the 'one size fits all' mentality might just be your first step to achieving your running potential. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 22 Jun 2022 | Finding the balance with Katie Piper | 00:01:51 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: S01E06 Coming up is a snippet from a podcast that I recorded with writer, activist, television presenter and model Katie Piper. In the show Piper explains how she juggles running with demands of hectic family life. Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 03 May 2022 | Run chat with Katie Piper: juggling it all | 00:02:37 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: S01E06 Coming up is a snippet from an interview with writer, activist, television presenter and model Katie Piper. Back in 2009 Katie bravely went on TV to document her experience as the victim of an acid attack that left her needing pioneering surgery to restore her face and vision. Today, she’s a mum of two young girls, and juggles motherhood with work with regular runs. She’s an advocate for using physical fitness to help strengthen her mental fitness and that’s what we discussed on the podcast. A quick note to say that I recorded this show before the pandemic when running was a social not solo sport. Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 May 2022 | Should you have a special routine for your race day? | 00:02:21 | |
Serial marathon runner, Camilla Langlands, talks to Amy about how to tackle your race day and why you should celebrate it rather than fear it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Sep 2022 | Run Chat With Katie Piper | 00:04:21 | |
TW: Mention of Physical Attack Back in 2009 Katie bravely went on TV to document her experience as the victim of an acid attack that left her needing pioneering surgery to restore her face and vision. In this clip Katie explains how running saw her through one of the most challenging times of her life. To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Sep 2022 | Finding the Balance On Long Runs: Tips From 2 Fitness Experts | 00:03:25 | |
Rory Knight and Omar Mansour of 'Track Life LND' give some insight on how to get the most out of your long runs. To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Oct 2022 | Running Blind With a Tech Expert | 00:02:54 | |
While Kieran Alger is known for being the wearable tech guru, he admits in this clip with Amy the importance of running without the data from time to time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 Sep 2022 | Imprinting Technique with Luke Worthington | 00:02:48 | |
Luke Worthington supplies today's Well Far Daily clip, emphasising the importance of imprinting technique early on in a training schedule. To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 05 Jun 2022 | Run chat with Adrienne LDN | 00:04:55 | |
During this motivational run-chat, Adrienne Herbert, host and author of the Power Hour, explains why running means so much to her Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Apr 2022 | What should you always include within your training plan? | 00:03:47 | |
In this clip, Anthony 'Fletch' Fletcher talks Amy through how running has progressed and evolved over the last 100 years and what that means for all of our training plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 Apr 2022 | How to track the stress on your body to inform your training | 00:05:32 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit:Well Far on SpotifyWell Far on Apple PodcastsComing up is a clip from an interview with Simon Wegerif, who explains the concept behind 'total load' and stress and recovery. It's easy to forget that exercise is a form of stress and can sometimes become too much for the body to handle, which is why knowing you Heart Rate Variability (HRV) can really help to track how stressed your body is to inform you on when to take a rest day or push yourself further. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 21 Apr 2022 | How to manage the stress of training with HRV | 00:05:32 | |
Coming up is a clip from an interview we recorded with Simon Wegerif, founder of Ithelete, who introduces us to the concept of total load, stress and recovery. At one point Simon mentions HRV, which stands for Heart Rate Variability- a means of tracking your heart rate which can help tell you how stressed your body is. It’s really useful for knowing when to take a rest day or when to go out and push yourself with some sprints. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 22 Apr 2022 | Beating Shin Splints | 00:03:41 | |
Shin splints are the bane of many, many runners lifes, and they are no fun when you have them. For how common they are, there isn’t always an obvious answer as to how to remedy them. Helping us distill some of the myths and ambiguities around this common runners pitfall, is PT Bradley Scanes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 May 2022 | The protein myth | 00:04:27 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: S01EP7 Today on Well Far Daily we’re sinking our teeth into the myths surrounding protein. You’re about to hear from award-winning registered nutritionist, health writer, internationally published author and champion athlete Anita Bean. In this clip from a show on fuelling your fitness, Anita explains why it’s easy to over consume protein and the marketing messages to be wary of. Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 May 2022 | Recovery: tips on foam rolling | 00:02:39 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: SE1E05 If you’re guilty of skipping rest days because you find it impossible to sit still then you could be in danger of doing yourself out of run gains. In today’s Well Far Daily Performance Coach, Well-being Expert, Author of @thefeelgoodplan and celebrity trainer Dalton Wong shares how slowing down really can help you speed up. Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 May 2022 | Nixing the negative voices: Run chat with Sophie Radcliffe aka Challenge Sophie | 00:02:59 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Coming up is a clip from a run-chat with Sophie Radcliffe who goes by the name of Challenge Sophie. In a clip taken from one of the first Well Far podcasts Sophie explains how pouring positivity energy into her challenges has helped her nix negative voices and keep pushing forward when life got tough. Don't entertain the negativity! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 07 May 2022 | Why speed training and pacing is key to hitting your PB | 00:03:47 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: S01E06 Today’s tip is for those chasing longer distances. One mistake that people often make when training for a half marathon or marathon is to simply just run more often, and for longer. It might surprise you but to get the most enjoyment out of hitting these momentous distances you actually need to have short, fast runs in your week. Over to Omar Mansour & Rory Knight of Track Life LDN to explain why speed training and pacing is key to hitting your PB goals. Full length podcast episodes are found on "Well Far: The Running Podcast" where you will find a diverse range of running advice. Everything from how to lace up, to guided cools downs and workouts, and some run chats with famous faces and inspiring runners about their own running journey. The perfect accompaniment for your Sunday Runday! To grab a copy of Amy’s book “I Can Run” head to Amazon or download the the audio book to accompany you on your long runs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 May 2022 | What makes a good sports watch | 00:03:10 | |
What wearable tech does a tech afficianado choose to use? In today's clip we hear about what tech guru, Kieran Alger, sees as important qualities to look out for in a sports watch and his go-to watch of choice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 20 Jul 2022 | Pacing Tips | 00:02:40 | |
In today's clip we speak to serial marathon runner, Camilla Langlands! Camilla is also a pro race pacer, so she details how to practice pacing in training so you can nail it during a race! Clip from: S01E13 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 Jun 2022 | Finding the balance with Katie Piper | 00:01:48 | |
Coming up is a snippet from a podcast that I recorded with writer, activist, television presenter and model Katie Piper. In the show Piper explains how she juggles running with demands of hectic family life. Over to Katie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Jun 2022 | Pace yourselves! | 00:03:26 | |
In this clip, an official race pacer, Camilla Langlands gives her top pacing tips for runners in their training for the marathon and some key advice that doesn't always get factored when aiming for a particular finish time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 07 Jun 2022 | The masked runner | 00:03:24 | |
Have you ever wondered who signs up to run the marathon in a costume? Or what the prep and training is like? Wonder no more! Kate Carter, writer, runner and 'part time panda' explains some of the secrets behind training to be a costumed race runner and her motivations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Jun 2022 | How can cold therapy help your recovery? | 00:02:13 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Talking us though the benefits of cold therapy in improving your athletic performance and reducing inflammation today is PT Dalton Wong who's lasting message is one of consistency. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 12 Jun 2022 | Getting fit to run and bullet proofing your body | 00:04:32 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Getting to the bottom of why getting strong is integral to your bodies ability to run and run well coach and former international athlete Luke Worthington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 Jul 2022 | Understanding Injury | 00:04:28 | |
Anthony 'Fletch' Fletcher joins Amy to talk about the importance of biomechanics and how looking after the small stuff makes a big difference. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 22 May 2022 | Resetting Your Form | 00:02:59 | |
As runners we are often told about the importance of good running form, but what should you do if you feel your form is slipping and maybe causing you injuries? Christopher McDougall is a barefoot runner and author who emphasises the importance of good running form. In this clip he shares the technique he uses to reset his running form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 May 2022 | Treadmill Tips for Beginners | 00:04:51 | |
Has treadmill training crossed your mind but maybe you're not sure where to start with it? If so you're in luck as today's clip comes from indoor running expert and founder of Precision Run, David Siik! David shares his tips for beginners and stresses the importance of having a plan before you step on the treadmill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 24 May 2022 | Should You Maximise Your Running Potential? | 00:02:58 | |
There are plenty of buzzwords around 'maximising' our runs within the running community, but should we be more focused on just enjoying the run? Author Christopher McDougall runs barefoot with his pet Donkey, Sherman meaning he's rarely concerned about personal bests. In this clip he explains how to get the most out of a run without even considering how to maximise it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 May 2022 | Will Running Give Me Abs? | 00:03:49 | |
It's one of the most Googled fitness questions on the internet: Can running give me abs? Amy chats to Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher and Author Shona Vertue. Shona is on hand to myth bust and also explain why you should focus on other benefits of running, not just getting abs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 May 2022 | How to 'Close' a Workout | 00:05:11 | |
There's no better feeling than the glow we get post-workout, but are we fully exploiting these precious moments? 'Precision Run' founder David Siik explains some new research into the benefits of partaking in post-run mindfulness. He suggests how you can incorporate this into your packed workout schedule in order to reap tall the benefits of a good work out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 May 2022 | Understanding Which Core Movements Work for You | 00:03:16 | |
We often hear about the important role our core plays in balance and stability when we run, but are you doing the right exercises to support our core? Today's clip is courtesy of PT and creator of 'The Vertue Method', Shona Vertue. Shona discusses how different core weaknesses can manifest themselves in a run and what to look out for to improve your core. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 May 2022 | Warm Ups: Make Them Dynamic | 00:02:42 | |
There's often a debate in running, what is the most efficient and risk free way to warm up? Today's clip comes from indoor running expert David Siik. David weighs in on the importance of making your warmup dynamic regardless of whether it's on or off the treadmill! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 25 Jun 2022 | How Often Should You Do Gym Work When Marathon Training? | 00:03:08 | |
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Clip from: S02E11
When you’re preparing for a marathon it’s really important to ensure you’re cross-training in the gym, but how often should you go? Cross-training expert Niko Algieri is on hand to give you a guide to when you should be training resistance, strength and mobility. He also gives great advice on how to balance the ‘9 petrol tanks’ of your body! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 26 Jun 2022 | Does Exercise Impact Your Fertility? | 00:02:20 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: S02E10 We see a lot of scaremongering online about whether women should exercise if they are trying to conceive, are pregnant or are postpartum. With so much conflicting information, it's hard to know the best route forward for you and your potential baby. Today’s guest is Anita Mitra, an NHS doctor who specialises in obstetrics and gynaecology. She’s here to offer professional advice about whether exercise does impact your fertility. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Jun 2022 | How The Right Footwear Choice Can Help You Run a PB | 00:02:12 | |
To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: S02E09 We all love to find new ways to reach a personal best, have you ever considered if your footwear could help? On today’s episode, Parkrun world record holder Charlotte Arter shares her footwear recommendations for races- it’s worth taking notes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 28 Jun 2022 | Are Running Gels Bad for Gut Health? | 00:03:27 | |
So many of us look to them for energy during a run, but what sort of impact do running gels have on our gut health? ‘The Gut Health Doctor’ Megan Rossi joins us to explain how to add running gels to your diet without negatively impacting your gut. To listen to the full episode, please visit: Clip from: S02E08 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 29 Jun 2022 | WHOOP | 00:06:26 | |
This next segment is brought to you in partnership with WHOOP, who as you’ve probably heard, we’ve been partnering with here at WELL FAR. In case you haven’t heard, WHOOP is the fitness brand changing the game when it comes to wearable devices. In fact, WHOOP has been kind enough to gift me the WHOOP 4.0 - the latest in personalised, non-invasive, digital fitness. Just pop it on your wrist, and you’ll be carrying around your very own health coach that monitors your body's physiology 24/7, ready to report on your fitness, training, sleep recovery - all via their app. Stay tuned over the next few weeks for updates on Amy’s fitness and recovery journey in Whoop and if you’re interested in unlocking the best version of yourself too, you can go to whoop.com to find out more. Listeners of Well Far get a 15% discount on any WHOOP membership when they use the code: WELL FAR during checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Jun 2022 | Understanding Your Core & Abs | 00:02:46 | |
On today’s clip, PT to the stars Shona Vertue gives us a rundown of all the different elements of our core. Shona demonstrates that by understanding our whole core system we can become more efficient and better runners! Clip from: S02E06 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 Jul 2022 | Should You Listen to Music While Running? | 00:03:08 | |
One of the last things we do before setting off on a run is press play on our podcast or music, but could it be holding back your running potential? Author and barefoot runner Christopher McDougall shares his thoughts on the subject, but we’ll let you make your own mind up! Clip from: S02E05 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 02 Jul 2022 | How to Control Yourself on a Treadmill | 00:06:08 | |
The treadmill can be a scary machine to navigate, but worrying about hurting yourself can lead to poor form and unsatisfying runs. Indoor running expert David Siik gives you all the tips and tricks on how to control yourself on a treadmill, helping you to understand these machines and unlock your full potential! Clip from: S02E07 To listen to the full episode, please visit:
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| 03 Jul 2022 | Low Impact Cardio for Recovery and Training | 00:02:55 | |
We know that running is high impact exercise, so it’s important to consider other forms of low impact cardio to protect our muscles and joints. Cross-Training pro Niko Algieri shares some alternative cardio exercises for those days when you’re not running. Clip from: S02E11 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 04 Jul 2022 | How To Race a ‘Parkrun’ | 00:02:49 | |
Do you love going to the park on a Saturday morning to do your 5k amongst a community of other runners? Today’s clip see’s parkrun royalty Charlotte Arter explain how she compartmentalises her 5k, why not try Charlotte’s tips next time you go to parkrun?
Clip from: S02E09
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| 05 Jul 2022 | Exercising After Childbirth | 00:02:24 | |
There’s a lot of ambiguity around when it’s safe to exercise after childbirth, how soon is too soon to get back out running? Dr Anita Mitra’s advice today is to be kind to yourself as she explains just how taxing childbirth can be on your body.
Clip from: S02E10 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 07 Jul 2022 | Activating Your Muscles Before a Workout | 00:05:21 | |
Social Media is rife with fitness influencers showing us how to ‘activate’ our muscles before a run but are some of these workouts doing more harm than good? Shona Vertue is a Personal Trainer who loves to cut through the rubbish on social media, in this clip Shona recommends warm-ups that will actually activate your muscles and not burn them out!
Clip from: S02E06 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Jul 2022 | Foot Strike on a Treadmill | 00:02:53 | |
Founder of ‘Precision Run’ David Siik gives today’s advice and it’s all about the importance of having a natural foot strike on the treadmill. David also details why and how your foot strike should vary between running at high and low speeds.
Clip from: S02E07 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 Jul 2022 | The Benefits of Barefoot Running | 00:02:20 | |
You’ll often find Christopher McDougall running barefoot with his donkey Sherman near his farm in rural Pennsylvania. Christopher discusses the importance of getting ‘ground feel’ to run in your natural form. He also gives great tips on how to protect your feet if you want to get them closer to the ground!
Clip from: S02E05 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 10 Jul 2022 | Buying Superfood on a Budget | 00:03:21 | |
There’s a common misconception that you can’t buy superfoods on a budget, but that’s not necessarily the case. Dr Megan Rossi gives some great suggestions of low-price and accessible superfoods which you can buy from any supermarket. With the cost of living crisis this advice feels more timely than ever and proves that cheap doesn’t have to mean unhealthy! Clip from: S02E08 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Jul 2022 | WHOOP Update | 00:06:58 | |
This next segment is brought to you in partnership with WHOOP. Now, you might remember, a few weeks ago – I kicked off my Whoop journey with the goals of improving my recovery and sleep, motivating myself to get out there and listening to my body when it needs a rest. Well, I’m here with an update on how things are going so far… WHOOP is the fitness brand changing the game when it comes to wearable devices. In fact, Whoop has been nice enough to gift us the WHOOP 4.0 - the latest in personalised, non-invasive, digital fitness. Just pop it on your wrist, and you’ll be carrying around your very own health coach that monitors your body's physiology 24/7, ready to report on your fitness, training, recovery and sleep- all via the WHOOP app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Jul 2022 | Training Routine of an Elite Runner | 00:03:45 | |
Today’s clip comes courtesy of parkrun champion Charlotte Arter. Charlotte shares her gym plan, her favourite exercises and tips on how to stick to a marathon plan. Clip from: S02E09
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| 12 Jul 2022 | How To Use Incline on a Treadmill | 00:03:24 | |
One of the main benefits of using a treadmill is that you can run to a specific incline. This can have great benefits for your knees, but too much incline can cause back injuries, so where is the perfect point? Luckily today’s guest is indoor running expert David Siik who shares with us the ‘magic’ percentage to have your incline at which will maximise the benefits and minimise the drawbacks! Clip from: S02E07 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 14 Jul 2022 | Matching Exercise to Your Menstrual Cycle | 00:03:05 | |
The advice today comes from ‘The Gynae Geek’ Dr Anita Mitra. Anita explains the relationship between the menstrual cycle and athletic performance, she also shares how tracking your period can help you understand when to exercise throughout the month. Clip from: S02E10 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 15 Jul 2022 | Why Runners Should Cross-Train | 00:02:22 | |
This clip sees cross-training enthusiast Niko Algieri demonstrate the importance of training all your different movement patterns to improve your running performance and stay injury free! Clip from: S02E11 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Jul 2022 | How to Set Realistic Running Goals | 00:03:35 | |
Do you ever set huge running goals like a marathon but struggle to know where to start? If that’s you, today's clip with mental performance scientist Andy Cohen-Wray will be of huge help! Andy explains the different types of goals we need to set to make our running aspirations more achievable! Clip from: S02E12 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 Jul 2022 | The Importance of Gut Health | 00:02:54 | |
It’s important to understand and maintain our health and our gut is no exception. Dr Megan Rossi is queen of all things gut health and today she details what makes up our gut and why it’s so important to keep it healthy. Clip from: S02E08 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 13 Jul 2022 | WHOOP: The Final Update | 00:06:22 | |
Welcome to another segment of Well Far Daily courtesy of WHOOP. Today’s episode see’s Amy check in with a final update on her progress. Listeners of Well Far get a 15% discount on any WHOOP membership when they use the code: WELLFAR during checkout - which is an amazing discount so if you are interested definitely go check it out! WHOOP is the fitness brand changing the game when it comes to wearable devices. In fact, Whoop has been kind enough to gift me the WHOOP 4.0 - the latest in personalised, non-invasive, digital fitness. Just pop it on your wrist, and you’ll be carrying around your very own health coach that monitors your body's physiology 24/7, ready to report on your fitness, training, sleep recovery - all via their app. Really Handy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 08 Aug 2022 | The Benefits of Indoor Running | 00:05:00 | |
David Siik explains some of the benefits of running indoors, you never know it might even make you look a little younger!
Clip from: S02E07 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 09 Aug 2022 | How To Run Your 5K Faster: Advice From an Expert Runner | 00:02:14 | |
Parkrun champion Charlotte Arter is on hand with some suggestions of how to run your 5k faster, it’s all about variety!
Clip from: S02E09
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| 10 Aug 2022 | The Different Layers of Your Abs | 00:04:13 | |
Transverse Abdominis, Rectus Abdominis, Internal and External Obliques, 4 different parts of our anatomy that we treat as one- our Abs! Today, PT Shona Vertue is on hand to explain how understanding your anatomy can help improve your training. Clip from: S02E06 To listen to the full episode, please visit: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||