The Jake Dearden Podcast

Olympian Andy Butchart and elite runner Alfie Manthorpe joins the podcast to talk marathon disasters, Olympic Village stories, altitude camps, elite running culture, Hyrox potential, and building a new running community in Manchester. From sh*tting yourself mid-race to chasing Olympic dreams.00:00 – Intro 08:00 – Olympic Village stories, Rio & Tokyo experiences16:00 – Marathon disasters, injuries & race horror stories24:00 – Recovering from the marathon & training struggles32:00 – Altitude camps, Flagstaff & how elites train40:00 – Building a Manchester running community48:00 – Training mindset, pressure & staying relaxed56:00 – Running shoes, gear obsession & recovery1:04:00 – Hyrox potential & marathon plans1:12:00 – Future plans5% 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

In this episode James Kelly joins the podcast to talk about his rise from Aussie Rules football to becoming one of the world’s top HYROX athletes. We dive into elite training, mindset, pressure, coaching, race strategy, Melbourne lows, World Championship goals, and what really happens behind the scenes in professional HYROX. 00:00 – Intro05:11 – Building an elite aerobic engine as a teenager07:14 – Aussie Rules culture & stepping away from football10:30 – Discovering HYROX through Hunter McIntyre16:04 – Debut race in Birmingham & going sub-6018:18 – The insane 15-minute World Champs call-up23:09 – Pressure, expectations & elite mindset29:19 – Melbourne struggles & bouncing back mentally35:13 – Why changing coaches changed everything46:55 – Training alone, Australian culture & elite preparation5% 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

In this episode, we sit down with Cassia, an ultra runner who completely transformed her life after discovering running during lockdown. From struggling with confidence and losing over 100 pounds, to running marathons and 100km ultras. We discuss the success, the deeper story with burnout, social media pressure, and the decision to walk away from it all for an entire year.00:00 – Intro04:30 – Lockdown, Rock Bottom & First Steps Into Running10:00 – Building Confidence & Running Her First 5K16:00 – Going Viral & Entering the Social Media World24:00 – First Marathon & The Leap Into Ultras32:00 – Ultra Running Stories, Community & Mindset44:00 – The Dark Side of Social Media & Mental Health Decline54:00 – Quitting Everything & Disappearing for a Year01:04:00 – Life Offline: Healing, Happiness & Perspective Shift01:14:00 – Returning to Socials & What Life Looks Like Now5% 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

In this episode, HYROX Elite 15 athlete Charlie Botterill joins Jake Dearden and coach Jonathan Bullough for a deep dive into what it really takes to compete at the top level of hyrox racing. From Charlie’s journey from pro cycling in France to becoming one of the UK’s fastest HYROX athletes, this episode covers race tactics, movement efficiency, training philosophy, mindset, recovery, and the small details that separate elite athletes from everyone else.They break down sled tactics, burpee efficiency, Zone 1 training, balancing volume with recovery, and why humility and constant learning matter more than talent alone. There’s also insight into training with athletes like Hunter McIntyre and what it takes to prepare for World Championships.00:00 – Intro 07:30 – Charlie’s Rapid Rise Into The Elite 1512:40 – Booking Melbourne Before Qualifying15:00 – Self-Coaching, Data Tracking & Race Volume20:00 – Why Technique Matters More Than Fitness24:15 – Burpee Efficiency & Saving Seconds Everywhere31:00 – Zone 1 Training & Recovery Explained38:40 – Sled Pull Technique & Intentional Training49:30 – Confidence, Humility & Learning From Top Athletes57:00 – Charlie’s Cycling Background & Becoming A Pro Athlete01:07:40 – Strength Training, Specificity & World Championship Prep01:28:50 – Singles vs Doubles Training Differences01:50:30 – Why Charlie Could Become One Of The Best In HYROX5% 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

Ultra runner Will Goodge joins the podcast to break down what it’s really like running across America and Australia, averaging nearly 70 miles a day, surviving on minimal sleep, dealing with accusations of cheating, and pushing the limits of human endurance.00:00 – Intro04:00 – Running across America: 3,000+ miles 11:00 – Nutrition, recovery & surviving 16-hour days16:00 – Team dynamics, breakdowns & mental battles20:00 – How the body adapts to extreme endurance24:00 – Running across Australia & breaking records29:00 – Accusations of cheating & online hate32:00 – The Speed Project experience35:00 – Moab 240 & racing against elite ultra runners42:00 – Why William keeps doing impossible challenges5% 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

In this episode, Jake Dearden joins ultra runner Tom Evans to break down his insane journey from the Army to winning UTMB. We dive into his mindset, training secrets, heat prep, hybrid fitness, and why chasing perfection might be holding you back. This episode is packed with elite-level insights on endurance, mental resilience, and performing when it really counts. 00:00 – Intro01:15 – First Race Ever05:05 – Western States09:20 – Mental Strength13:59 – Hyrox vs CrossFit vs Ultra Running20:12 – Why Problem Solving Wins Races29:35 – Heat Training & Performance Hacks33:17 – Skills That Make Elite Trail Runners40:00 – Letting Go of Perfection49:01 – Winning UTMB5% 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

In this episode, Jake Dearden sits down with Mary Mccarthy to talk about her journey from competitive swimming to elite running breaking down her first marathon success, the chaos of the Speed Project, and the mindset behind her “Beat the Boys” movement. We dive into training strategies, injuries, triathlons, and what it really takes to push limits at the highest level.00:00 – Intro09:00 – First marathon & unexpected 3:03 finish18:00 – The Speed Project (LA to Vegas)27:00 – Injuries & pushing through36:00 – “Beat the Boys” mindset 45:00 – PBs, racing strategy & beating expectations54:00 – Marathon training structure1:03:00 – Mental approach 1:12:00 – Injury, recovery & cross-training1:21:00 – Future goals5% 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

In this episode, Jake Dearden sits down with Danny Rae to talk about his incredible journey from serving 12 years in the British Army to becoming one of the fastest-rising names in HYROX.We dive into how the Army shaped Danny’s mindset, discipline, and mental toughness and how those traits helped him go from a 1:18 HYROX Pro debut to running sub-58 in less than a year. Danny opens up about military life, basic training, deployments to places like Kenya and Poland, the realities of Army culture, and why he ultimately made the tough decision to leave the military behind.00:00 – Intro 03:10 – Growing Up in a Military Family05:25 – Joining the Army17:05 – Army Culture24:20 – Rapid Progress: From 1:18 to Sub-6035:20 – Chasing Elite 1542:30 – Backyard Ultra, Injury & Setbacks49:00 – Racing Elite Doubles & Future Goals56:30 – Leaving the Army1:18:00 – Life Outside of Fitness1:25:00 – Training, Recovery & Daily Routine1:41:00 – What’s Next for Danny5% 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

In this Episode we discuss the London Marathon 2026 with elite runner Alfie Manthorpe and championship marathon runner Hugo Fry who are aiming to get a 2h15m and 2h09m30s in the upcoming London Marathon. 00:00 – Intro 02:15 – Championship vs Elite Start Explained 04:18 – Carb Loading & Pre-Race Nutrition Talk 08:59 – Shakeout Runs, Drills & Race Morning Routine 14:21 – Race Goals & Predicted Marathon Times 19:25 – Elite Men & Women Predictions / Shoe Tech Talk 22:04 – Heat Training, Saunas & Ice Baths 27:42 – Marathon Training Hacks & Treadmill Sessions 34:04 – Hardest Marathon Workouts of the Block 40:50 – The Bigger Goal: Olympics, Social Media & Running Careers5% 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