{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/663e58601e442e001258a6c9/6772afb6024ebc889d163400?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The John Cassidy Episode","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/663e58601e442e001258a6c9/1735582486396-80fae397-1534-4f4d-9f33-cce595b75643.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>To kick off 2025 we have the man, the myth, the legend of John Cassidy from the Young Hearts Run Free Podcast sharing his running journey with us.</p><p><br></p><p>Many of you will have heard him (and Steven) talking with guests over the past few years and I have been listening and being inspired through his podcast since I started doing the longer stuff.  But John has a great story to tell from where he started on his journey in 2012 to where he is now.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What we talked about:</strong></p><ul><li>Couch to 5k, Ronhill tracksters, the Celtic cagoule and that one friend</li><li>The descent (or ascent) into ultramarathon</li><li>His love for big days out in remote places but also the love of the trail and ultra-running community</li><li>Kit and of course food</li><li>The big reveal and West Coast Ultra Exclusive  - John's 2025 race calendar</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li>Always be you, true to yourself as comparison is the thief of joy</li><li>Celebrate EVERY win - that is, the things that feel good to you, a great run, getting out for your workout when you do not want to or doing well at an event</li><li>Don't stress about things that are out of your control</li><li>This too will pass - good or bad, know that things will move on.  If you're going through a tough spot in a race, it'll pass, just keep moving</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Resources Mentioned:</strong></p><ul><li>@voom @ronhill @petzl @scienceinsport @prescisionfandh</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Us:</strong></p><ul><li>You can follow John on Instagram @j0hncassidy and of course @youngheartsrunfreepodcast</li><li>Connect with me on Instagram @davidultrarunner</li><li>Like, subscribe and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me really happy)</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Are you looking for a running coach?</strong></p><p><br></p><p>I talk about coaching a lot on the show as this is something that I believe in.  If you are looking for a coach then why not get in touch and see how I can help you using this link: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach/</p>","author_name":"David Taylor"}