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Imogen Boddy - UK 3 Peaks record holder shares the highs & lows of her 700km challenge
We chat to Naak-sponsored athlete Imo Boddy, who last month broke the UK 3 Peaks record summiting Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in 6 days 5 hours 43 mins, RUNNING between each mountain. Oh, and did we mention she is only 24 years old and also holds the women’s record for John O’Groats to Lands End (Jogle) from two years ago? Absolute legend, we can’t wait to find out more!
Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/iniQsHXezl4
Thanks to Naak sports nutrition for sponsoring the live broadcast and podcast, I’m looking forward to testing out their energy gels when I get over this bronchitis and can run again! Wana try some? Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at uk.naak.com
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157. Last Place & Proud of It: Petzl Lunar Round SKT (Slowest Known Time) by 'normal' runner Andy Dewar
46:47||Season 4, Ep. 157Now we have the next Last Place & Proud of It guest, where we celebrate the awesome runners who have come last at races and challenges. Today we welcome the incredible, the unstoppable Andy Dewar from Shipley, West Yorkshire who holds the SKT (Slowest Known Time) for no less than two epic challenges, the Wild Peak Half Round and the Petzl Lunar Round, which is what we will be grilling him about today. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/j0qqwH5v9x0The Petzl Lunar Round is a 40km challenge with 2,900m of ascent over 13 Lake District summits, starting and finishing from the Climbers' Shop in Ambleside, between sunset and sunrise - within the hours of darkness. Fancy setting a new SKT? Find out more here! https://thelunarround.com/ Andy's Lunar Round Strava link - https://www.strava.com/activities/10282257951Andy's post Lunar Round instagram post - https://www.instagram.com/p/C0HWl-vMSXz/Time and date moonlight app https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/moon/light.htmlProper good mountain weather forecasts https://www.mwis.org.uk/This broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Naak sports nutrition, I’ve tried their energy gels now and I really rate them - and that's coming from someone who usually can't stand gels! Try them out with my code WILDGINGERRUNNING at https://uk.naak.com/ for a 15% discount!My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyMy NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/156. Gear reviews: NNormal Tomir 2 trail shoes, Insta 360 Ace Pro2, Naak bars & gels
38:54||Season 4, Ep. 156Today's live chat at 1pm today is going to be an update on GEAR that I've been testing lately, namely the NNormal Tomir 2 trail shoes, a first look at the Insta 360 Ace Pro 2 action camera, and a review of the Naak baars and gels that I like the best. Patreons, do you have any trail & ultra gear questions for me or the group? Pop them on Patreon or in the exclusive Patreon FB group or join us live to get them answered!First broadcast on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/Jsis1bQlPe4Live broadcast and podcast sponsors are Naak Sports Nutrition! I’ve been using their new chocolate and maple syrup gels to give me the energy I need for my new, weekly strength and conditioning sessions. If you want to try these gels, and Naak’s tasty energy bars, waffles, energy and recovery powders, use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/----My NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/155. October competition draw worth £390 - plus choc & books prizes only for those watching live!
30:38||Season 4, Ep. 155Have you won anything in the October 2024 Wild Ginger Running competition worth £390? And what goodies are up for grabs in the November 2024 prize giveaway? To enter the Wild Ginger Running monthly competition, scroll down. For 2024 I'll be giving away either a Naak sports nutrition bundle worth £25 OR a couple of running books and 80 Noir Ultra chocolate worth £50+ total only to LIVE VIEWERS ONLY! So tune in for your chance to win!Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/G6FEldpS6nEThis broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Naak sports nutrition, I’ve tried their energy gels now and I really rate them - and that's coming from someone who usually can't stand gels! Try them out with my code WILDGINGERRUNNING at uk.naak.com for a 15% discount!Discounts!Näak Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/This month’s Wild Ginger Running competition gave the lucky winner a chance to win:Lakeland Trails £52Ultimate Direction FastpackHer 20L backpack £150High viz bundle from Ultimate Performance worth £88 including:(Stile Reflective LED Running Vest and phone carrier £28, Reflective Glove £27, Reflective Hat £18, Runners Headtorch £15)3 x books from my bookshelf £501 x 80 Noir Ultra chocolate £50Next month's competition worth £433Lakeland Trails £52SOAR Cargo Tights £200 Fenix HM65R-T headlamp £111 1 x Books £151 x Chocolate worth £301 x Naak £25 Want a chance to win? This competition is only for Patreons (paid ones not the free version...obvs!), sign up now for automatic entry every month here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningWild Ginger Running Patreons also get exclusive freebies, discounts, films and training advice, their own special Facebook group and Strava Club, plus automatic entry into my monthly competition to win £300’s worth of trail and ultra running gear. There are only about 100 Patreons so the odds on a win are way better than the lottery. What is not to like? Do it do it. ----My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyMy NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/154. What author Jen Benson learned from Courtney Dauwalter & Jasmin Paris about 100 milers
55:54||Season 4, Ep. 154Think you can't run a 100 mile ultra? Well the truth is....you absolutely can! Especially if you read this awesome new book by Jen Benson. This lunch we had such a lovely chat to Jen about 'The Path We Run', which charts the ups and downs of her 100 mile journey, with advice and inspiration along the way from ultra running greats and experts like Courtney Dauwalter, Jasmin Paris, Beth Pascall, Lucy Bartholemew and more.It's a great read, wonderfully written with some fascinating insights. For example, did you know, Courtney DNFed her first 100 miler? There are lots of great tips and bits of advice in our chat, but even more in the book, so pop it on your Christmas list NOW! Thanks for the lovely chat again Jen, it's always really great to connect with you...and maybe I'll do a 100 miler one day.......Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/FtjZvT_7C3cBuy The Path We Runhttps://amzn.to/4fjbby1Buy more of Jen and Sim's books!https://amzn.to/4dSmhc0Live broadcast and podcast sponsors are Naak Sports Nutrition! I’ve been using their new chocolate and maple syrup gels to give me the energy I need for my new, weekly strength and conditioning sessions. If you want to try these gels, and Naak’s tasty energy bars, waffles, energy and recovery powders, use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/----My NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/153. How to run with chronic pain & fatigue from health & wellbeing coach Joanne Lee Smith
54:49||Season 4, Ep. 153How to run with chronic pain & fatigue from health & wellbeing coach Joanne Lee Smith. Find out how mindset can help you with fibromyalgia and long term conditions concerning chronic pain and fatigue. In a nutshell, Jo found that whether she ran or not, she was still in the same kind of pain, so why not run a 100 mile ultra! Find out how that worked for her, how she trained, and find out if any of her ideas will work for you. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/Z77uk9KBEHcFind out more about Joannehttps://www.joanneleesmith.com/Join Joanne's challenge!https://www.joanneleesmith.com/5daysto5kLive broadcast and podcast sponsors are Naak Sports Nutrition! I’ve been using their new chocolate and maple syrup gels to give me the energy I need for my new, weekly strength and conditioning sessions. If you want to try these gels, and Naak’s tasty energy bars, waffles, energy and recovery powders, use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/----My NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/152. Why wobble boards aren't enough! Protect your ankles from injury with coach & physio Tim Pigott
44:49||Season 4, Ep. 152Do you worry about going over on an ankle while running off-road? Coach and physio Tim Pigott from HP3 Coaching has the answers, and it turns out, wobble boards just don't cut it for trail and ultra runners - we talk concentration, technique, rehab & prehab strength exercises, plyometric moves, shoes and more!Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/TBNBqEVB8pgLive broadcast and podcast sponsors are Naak Sports Nutrition! I’ve been using their new chocolate and maple syrup gels to give me the energy I need for my new, weekly strength and conditioning sessions. If you want to try these gels, and Naak’s tasty energy bars, waffles, energy and recovery powders, use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/Order my second book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook, here! It features training plans from 50k to 160k from coach Tim! https://linktr.ee/ultimateultrarunninghandbookThis live broadcast / podcast is sponsored by Naak nutrition which I used on the Arc50, Coventry Way 40 and Keswick Mountain Festival 25k. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/Tim has made some Wild Ginger Running training plans including strength drills and skills, take a look here https://www.trainingpeaks.com/my-training-plans/WildGingerRunningABOUT OUR TIMIn 2000 a car on the wrong side of the road, overtaking on a blind summit, crashed into coach Tim's car leaving him in a coma for two weeks and life-threatening injuries that took him years of surgeries and rehab to recover from. He is now mostly held together by metal. Find out more about the accident and his road to recovery here https://www.youtube.com/live/dRzi1AvUNOATim is sponsored by Scarpa, Sidas, Supernatural Fuel and Precision Fuel & HydrationTim's ultra advice playlisthttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62tMore info and book coach Tim and his team here:https://www.hp-3.co.uk----My NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/151. How to be a more resilient runner - with Jen Scotney, author of Running Through the Dark
39:06||Season 4, Ep. 151How to be a more resilient runner - with Jen Scotney, author of Running Through the Dark, host of the Resilience Rising podcast, former Human Rights Lawyer and podiuming ultra runner, writer, coach, speaker, yoga teacher and Mountain Leader. Jen's book is a deeply personal account of her journey through grief and pain while dreaming about setting a record on the Pennine Way. It's a story about resilience, about never giving up, and battling through the night and always believing that there will be a new dawn.Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/sDa7g2ADcPgHow to run 100 miles with a busy job, an interview with Jen in 2019https://youtu.be/fQQwDu1kgh8Train right for the Northern Traverse with Jen in 2020https://youtube.com/live/sDa7g2ADcPgBuy Jen’s bookhttps://www.adventurebooks.com/products/running-through-the-dark-jen-scotneyMore from Jenhttps://www.jenscotney.com/Live broadcast and podcast sponsors are Naak Sports Nutrition! I’ve been using their new chocolate and maple syrup gels to give me the energy I need for my new, weekly strength and conditioning sessions. If you want to try these gels, and Naak’s tasty energy bars, waffles, energy and recovery powders, use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/----My NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/150. Navigation made easy! Well, easier, with coach Fran Blackett - how to start, key skills, inspiration
53:37||Season 4, Ep. 150Today at midday we’re talking to coach & expert Fran Blackett from Run Like A Haggis about navigation - how it’s easier than you might think, shouldn’t be intimidating or put you off fell and mountain running, some key, basic skills everyone can easily learn and the inspiration to stretch your skills further on a navigation event like a mountain marathon.Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/4s38Irch9pQGet a Silva compass https://amzn.to/4gnzjR4Book Fran's courses here https://www.runlikeahaggis.com/Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/runlikeahaggisAnd Facebook https://m.facebook.com/RunLikeAHaggisNavCoursesLive broadcast and podcast sponsors are Naak Sports Nutrition! So I’m still recovering slowly from bronchitis over the spring and summer, and I’m focusing on my strength work instead of ultra running right now, so I’ve been finding their new gels really useful to give me the energy I need for these sessions. My fave is the chocolate one but it’s also got caffeine in so watch out world! The maple syrup one is also very nice, and caffeine free. If you want to try these plus their delicious energy bars, waffles, energy and recovery powders, use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/----My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyMy NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/149. Competition draw Aug24 worth £438 - plus £75 choc & run books draw ONLY for those watching LIVE!
35:21||Season 4, Ep. 149Have you won anything in the August 2024 Wild Ginger Running competition worth £438? And what goodies are up for grabs in the Sept 2024 prize giveaway? To enter the Wild Ginger Running monthly competition, scroll down. For 2024 I'll be giving away either a Naak sports nutrition bundle worth £25 OR a couple of running books and 80 Noir Ultra chocolate worth £50+ total only to LIVE VIEWERS ONLY! So tune in for your chance to win!Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/HEnNfz6L4wEThis broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Naak sports nutrition, I’ve tried their energy gels now and I really rate them - and that's coming from someone who usually can't stand gels! Try them out with my code WILDGINGERRUNNING at uk.naak.com for a 15% discount!Discounts!Näak Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/This month’s Wild Ginger Running competition gave the lucky winner a chance to win:Lakeland Trails £52Harrier Kinder 10L & two 500ml soft bottles £96Nitecore UT27 800 £65Stolt Commuter Backpack £150Live prize of chocolate & 3 running books! £75Next month's competition worth £441Lakeland Trails £52Ultimate Performance Fleet 6 £80Rudy Project Astral X Sunglasses £166Enertor Insoles x 2 £802 x MY NEW BOOK The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook worth £38Naak £25 voucherWant a chance to win? This competition is only for Patreons (paid ones not the free version...obvs!), sign up now for automatic entry every month here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningWild Ginger Running Patreons also get exclusive freebies, discounts, films and training advice, their own special Facebook group and Strava Club, plus automatic entry into my monthly competition to win £300’s worth of trail and ultra running gear. There are only about 100 Patreons so the odds on a win are way better than the lottery. What is not to like? Do it do it. ----My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyMy NEW book, The Ultimate Ultra Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3AyX6NEPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/