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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 Arc of Attrition 50

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 [email protected]

    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 [email protected]

    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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:

    Commit properly to a plan and avoid the temptation to skip some sessionsWork 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 [email protected]

    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 [email protected]

    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 [email protected]

    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 [email protected]

    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 [email protected]

    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 [email protected]

    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

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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 [email protected]

    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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

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    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.

    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

    It now has over 140 episodes and is aimed at those thinking about and committing to their first ever ultra.

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