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46. How I Came Back From RED-S | Jake Smith | Ep 46
01:45:08||Ep. 46Elite marathon runner Jake Smith opens up about running a 2:11 marathon to battling an eating disorder, RED-S, stress fractures, and dangerously low testosterone, Jake shares the reality behind elite endurance sport. We discuss the obsession with being lighter, the physical and mental consequences of under-fuelling, how he rebuilt his health, and why he's now happier and running better than ever.New episodes out every Tuesday & Friday. 00:00 Introduction & Jake Smith's incredible journey10:15 The eating disorder that nearly ended his career20:30 RED-S, stress fractures & asking for help30:45 Recovering, gaining 15kg & rebuilding his relationship with food41:00 Returning to elite racing & proving people wrong51:15 Training, nutrition & recovery as a professional marathon runner1:01:30 Race strategy, marathon goals & chasing personal bests1:11:45 Mindset, pressure & dealing with criticism1:22:00 Advice for runners, RED-S awareness & avoiding common mistakes1:33:30 Future ambitions, life beyond running & final thoughts15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden
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45. Imogen Boddy - #45
01:14:06||Ep. 45British ultra runner Imogen Boddy joins the podcast to share her incredible journey from team sports in Yorkshire to breaking records in some of the world's toughest endurance events.We dive into her 77-hour Speed Project record from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, running John O'Groats to Land's End, completing the National Three Peaks the hard way, and the mindset required to keep moving when your body wants to stop. We also discuss nutrition, recovery, sponsorship pressure, mental resilience, and why learning to enjoy the process transformed her running career.00:00 Introduction 01:15 The School Challenge That Started Everything05:30 Skipping University & Becoming a PT09:40 Seven Marathons in Seven Days13:10 Running John O'Groats to Land's End14:30 The National Three Peaks Record Attempt19:45 The Speed Project: LA to Las Vegas32:20 Training for 300-Mile Races35:45 Nutrition, Recovery & Staying Injury-Free39:45 Mindset, Pressure & Learning to Enjoy Running52:50 Racing 100 Miles & Future Goals15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden44. Phil Sesemann - #44
01:42:32||Ep. 44Olympic marathon runner Phil Sesemann joins us on the podcast to talk about what it takes to compete at the highest level while balancing life as an elite athlete and NHS doctor.We dive into marathon training, race preparation, mindset, recovery, the realities of professional running, and the lessons Phil has learned on his journey to the Olympics.15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden43. Shauna Coxsey - #43
01:11:18||Ep. 43Olympian, World Champion and professional climber Shauna Coxsey joins the podcast to share her incredible journey from discovering climbing at just 3 years old to becoming one of the most successful climbers in the world.We dive into the reality of competing at the highest level, the sacrifices required to become World No.1, the impact of climbing entering the Olympics, overcoming injuries, motherhood, mindset, motivation, and her next big challenge: attempting the hardest climb of her career.00:00 Intro05:24 Why Climbing Is So Addictive08:03 How Climbing Changed Over the Last 30 Years13:09 Joining Team GB & Competing Internationally18:56 Breaking Her Leg & The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything23:34 Why Shauna Didn't Want to Go to the Olympics27:25 The Reality of Competing at the Tokyo Olympics34:58 Retiring From Competition Climbing & Becoming a Mother50:26 Motivation vs Commitment: The Secret to Success57:05 Attempting the Hardest Climb of Her Life15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden42. Anya Culling - #42
01:26:34||Ep. 42In this episode, Jake Dearden sits with Anya Culling to discuss her incredible journey from running a 4:34 marathon to representing England with a 2:34 personal best.We dive into the health challenges she overcame, the mindset that fueled her transformation, lessons on nutrition and RED-S, social media, chasing big goals, Ironman training, and what it really takes to perform at your best.00:00 – Introduction 01:30 – Taking 2 Hours Off Her Marathon Time04:45 – Health Struggles, Tumours & Thyroid Disease08:15 – Building a Resilient Mindset10:10 – Why Running Changed Everything During Lockdown16:00 – RED-S, Losing Her Period & Underfueling23:20 – Representing England & Going Full-Time in Running33:00 – Balancing Running, Business & Social Media49:00 – Training for an Ironman From Scratch55:30 – Future Goals, London to Brighton & Chasing New PBs15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free: https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden41. James Warnock - #41
01:14:49||Ep. 41James Warnock joins the podcast to share his journey from working at PwC to building SAP, one of the fastest-growing brands in the running space. We discuss grief, social media, entrepreneurship, endurance sport, building community, and what it really takes to create a business from scratch.00:00 Introduction 02:25 Losing His Dad & A New Perspective on Life04:00 Working at PwC & The Corporate Career Path07:25 Starting on Social Media & Finding His Voice11:55 Grief, Therapy & Mental Health16:10 Leaving Accountancy & Taking the Leap18:10 Building SAP: The Idea Behind the Brand23:20 Fueling, Electrolytes & Performance Nutrition29:10 How to Start a Business in 202543:50 Scaling SAP, Community Building & What's Next15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden40. Jake Wightman - #40
01:58:16||Ep. 40Jake Wightman joins the podcast to share the journey from growing up in a family of elite runners to becoming the 2022 World Champion over 1500m. We dive into his upbringing, being coached by his dad, signing his first Nike contract, Olympic experiences, brutal training sessions, sponsorships, injuries, the business side of athletics, and his mission to bring runners together through his coffee brand.00:00 Intro01:00 Growing Up in a Family of Elite Runners03:05 First GB Vest & Signing With Nike07:00 Being Coached by His Dad15:10 Why the 1500m Chose Him18:58 Inside Jake's Brutal Training Week30:50 Athletics Clubs, Run Culture & Growing the Sport38:40 Launching His Coffee Brand42:35 Tokyo Olympics & Winning World Championship Gold45:50 How Professional Runners Actually Make Money01:57:00 Would Jake Ever Take on HYROX?15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden