The Sunday Plodcast: Recent Episodes
The Sunday Plodcast
The Sunday Plodcast, presented by http://SportsShoes.com, is the running podcast dedicated to getting you through that Sunday Plod. Whether you’re listening pre, during, or post run; it doesn’t really matter though. We aim to raise the profile of elite distance running by providing our listeners with insights into the lives and training of top athletes and coaches, along with discussions around current news and trends within the sport.
In our latest recap from the European Champs in Birmingham, Matt and Oli talk about Jakob's win over 5000m last night, the women's 800m heats that saw all three big-hitters safely through to the semi-finals, and much more (inc. Burgin, Pattison, and Thorner). Enjoy!
For live results from the European Champs, head to https://thesundayplodcast.pages.dev/
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the distance action at next week's European athletics championships in Birmingham. The boys predicted 6 distance medals for the British team; let's see how close their predictions are... Look out for review episodes throughout the week. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action at the Commonwealth Games; focussing on British medals from Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, Elise Thorner, and Megan Keith. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the action from the first 2 days of distance at the Commonwealth Games, as well as talking through our new website; where you can find easy to access live results from major championships (https://thesundayplodcastcommies.pages.dev/). They also talk through the finalised GB team for the upcoming Europeans. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.con
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed European 10K record (29:51) holder, Klara Lukan, to the podcast. The Slovenian athlete spoke about her development over the last few years, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli react to Josh Kerr's world record breaking performance at the London Diamond League, before welcoming guests to discuss the future of the British Milers Club. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this episode, Matt welcomed British Steeplechase Champion, Kristian Imroth, to the podcast. Kristian talked about the developments he's made since basing himself at EKU in the NCAA, winning his first British title, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the Monaco Diamond League, before previewing some stellar match-ups at the London Diamond League this weekend. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the Prefontaine Classic, as well as looking ahead to the Monaco Diamond League on Friday. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed Justin Rinaldi to the podcast. Rinaldi shared his insights on coaching the 800 meters; including speed development, race tactics, and how to optimise performance at the elite level. Discover how his innovative approaches and deep understanding of the event are shaping the future of middle-distance running. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Back for a Sunday Plodcast, Matt welcomed New Balance Manchester coach, Helen Clitheroe, to the show. With the group picking up 4 medals last weekend, Helen talked through the group's success and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt is joined by Alex Sutton to discuss the nuances of elite training, the differences between swimming and running, funding challenges, and upcoming Diamond League events. They explore what it takes to succeed at the highest levels and how the sport can evolve.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli discuss a stellar British Championships that included some top class racing. They talk through all the distance events including the wins from Sarah Calvert and Arlo Ludewick over 1500m. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the distance action at this weekend's British Championships and European Trials. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the Rome and Stockholm Diamond League Meetings; including a historic 800m race between Audrey Werro and Keely Hodgkinson. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the Diamond League action; reviewing Rabat, and previewing the meets in Rome and Stockholm. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli react to the new qualification standards for the 2027 World Championships. They also review all the latest British results from the past week. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli round up all the action from the British 10,000m Trials in Loughborough, the Shanghai Diamond League, and the Trafford BMC. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Back for a classic Sunday Plodcast, Matt sat down with 2012 Olympian, Ross Murray, to talk all things running. Ross reflects on his career, discusses fatherhood, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through the latest news on the circuit; including Eilish McColgan's comments on the European selection policy, the British 10K Champs, and the Shanghai Diamond League. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk you through the Commonwealth Games Selection Policies produced by England, Scottish and Welsh Athletics. They discuss which athletes are in pole position to represent the home nations at the games and speculate how this might affect their racing plans this summer. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through Sawe's record breaking performance at the London Marathon. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Mahamed Mahamed talks through his preparation for Sunday's London Marathon in this latest episode. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through the results from the Boston Marathon before previewing the big one in London this Sunday. They talk through all the elites; focussing on the race to be top Brit. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Back for a classic Sunday Plodcast, Matt welcomed Steeplechase royalty, Evan Jager to the podcast. The Olympic and World Championship medallist talked through the highs and lows of his illustrious career, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the road relays, before previewing Boston Marathon and blind ranking your suggestions for runners that the streets won't forget. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest radio round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from the Easter weekend; including Jimmy Gressier's European 5K record in Lille, and some fast running from Brits around the world. Part 2 of the pod comes live from the House of SportsShoes, where Matt sat down with M11 athletes, Ethan Hussey, Erin Wallace, and Sarah Healy. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the Sound 10K; talking through mixed British results in their early outdoor openers. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Back for a classic Sunday Plodcast, Matt sat down with coaches, Trevor Painter and Jenny Meadows, to talk through the lives and training of Britains fastest training group; M11 Track Club. M11 includes the likes of Keely Hodgkinson, Georgia Hunter-Bell, and Sarah Healy, and the group has achieved enormous success over the past few years. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli round up all the action from the World Indoor Championships that saw Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, and Keely Hodgkinson, strike gold. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli round up all the action from the Half-Marathons in Bath and New York over the weekend, as well as previewing the upcoming World Indoor Championships. Preet (Citius Mag) and Sikhalo (Activate the Burners) join the conversation to offer their takes. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Following a wrap up of the weekend's results (including Kiplimo's World Record Half-Marathon & the Inter-Counties XC Champs), Matt and Oli debate the increasing prominence of online running coaches with guest callers. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the results from the weekend (Including Keely Hodgkinson, Georgia Hunter-Bell & Jack Higgins), before welcoming caller and running content creator, Cole Gibbens, to the podcast. An interview with Big Dog Media's Tom Folan & Lewis Collins follows, to wrap up this week's discussion on the progression of content creation across the running scene. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the weekend's national cross country championships, as well as talking through Keely Hodgkinson's World Indoor 800m record and Megan Keith's British 10K record, and much more.
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the British Indoor Championships and are joined by callers to discuss the lack of depth in some of the races. Matt also talks with TAC distance men, Jack and Ted Higgins to discuss their Gold and Bronze medals over 1500 and 3000m respectively. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
On the show this week, Matt and Oli talk through Femke Bol's 800m debut, and Georgia Hunter-Bell's world leading mark over 1500m; before then welcoming callers to preview the upcoming British Indoor Championships. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this pilot episode for the Radio Round Up series, Matt and Oli review all the weekend's action before welcoming phone-in guests, Matt Stonier, Tom Barratt, Dave Ragan, and Ben Claridge, to the podcast. If you want to feature on future episodes, head over to our Instagram page @SundayPlodcast for more details.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the action from the past weekend, as well as looking ahead to Milrose Games and BUCS XC. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed US Olympian, Elise Cranny, to the podcast. Having recently joined the M11 track club under coaches, Trevor Painter and Jenny Meadows, the former BTC and Stanford athlete talked through her transition into the new programme, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Matt and Oli review all the action from the World Cross Country Championships last weekend, before welcoming Dave Mullarkey to the podcast. The Flagstaff based Brit finished 26th last weekend and he talked through his preparations going in and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Matt and Oli review all the action from Valencia 10K last weekend; welcoming Joe Wigfield to the podcast. The St Mary's-based athlete, fresh off his 27:38 in Valencia talks through his British Record performance and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli preview all the upcoming action this weekend at the World Cross Country Championships in Florida, and the Valencia 10K. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the latest news on the UK circuit; focussing on the recently announced British team for the World Cross Country Championships in Florida next month. They also round up season 5 of the podcast; talking through what episodes have been listened to most, and discussing their own highlights.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from Portugal at the European Cross Country Championships; talking through all the races but focussing on the senior competitions that saw Thierry Ndikumwenayo and Nadia Battocletti crowned victorious. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at this weekend's European cross country championships. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the Valencia Marathon; focusing on the Brits at the sharp end of the race, including Alex Yee and Natasha Wilson. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt sat down with Tokyo World Championship Silver medalist, Jake Wightman, and his coach, John Hartigan. Jake and John talked through their new relationship as athlete and coach; culminating with Jakes return to the podium this summer. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the European Cross Country Trials in Liverpool on Saturday. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Irish 800m man, Cian McPhillips, to the podcast. The 4th place finisher at the Tokyo World Championships in the summer talked through his meticulous training regime; looking ahead to how he's going to ensure he's on the podium at his next major. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview the Liverpool Cross Challenge and European Trials race next weekend; focussing on the senior mens and women's races. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week’s episode, Matt welcomed Irish international coach, Emmet Dunleavy, to the podcast. The man behind Darragh McElhinney’s, and more recently Charlie and George Wheeler’s, training talked through his journey into coaching, the emphasis he places on threshold training, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from this weekend's races; including Paddy Dever and Jess Judd's marathon debuts, and Jacob Cann and Kate Axford's electric performances in Mansfield. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10%!
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from the Valencia Half that featured some serious times from Brits. Alfie Manthorpe led the charge with a 61:26 clocking, closely followed by Charlie Wheeler and Alex Yee. Lily Partridge led the British women with a 69:52. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli are joined by DrinkNomio.com scientist, Filip Larsen. Filip talks though his background as an associate professor at the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences, before discussing the research behind Nomio; a broccoli-based supplement that a vast number of elite endurance athletes are taking before races.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this episode, Matt and Oli discuss all the latest news from the past weekend's races; highlighting Phil Sesemann's stellar 2:07 and Alex Bell's winning HM debut in Amsterdam. They also give their take on Femke Bol's transition to the 800m, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Julia Paternain shares her experiences following her shock bronze medal win in the Tokyo Wold Champs Marathon. Discussing the overwhelming yet special nature of her newfound fame, Julia reflects on her experiences growing up in the UK, before moving to the NCAA, and then more recently electing to run for Uruguay. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, NCAA star, Gary Martin discusses his transition from track to cross country, his training regime, and the balance between individual aspirations and team goals. He reflects on his high school sub 4 mile, the decision to attend The University of Virginia, and the dynamics of competing in the NCAA. Gary shares insights on his rivalry with Ethan Strand, his experiences in major championships, and the influence of his coaches. He also talks about his partnership with Brooks and his future aspirations in running and sports journalism.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Alex Bell shares her successful transition from track to road racing; discussing the newfound joy and freedom she's experiencing in her running career. She reflects on the pressures of track racing, the importance of recovery, and the supportive community in road running. Alex also emphasises the significance of mental health, women's safety in running, and her exciting partnership with Mizuno. As she prepares for upcoming races, she offers valuable advice for athletes facing burnout and the importance of seeking help and taking time off when needed.
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this episode, Matt interviews Jake Barraclough, a runner based in Japan, who shares his journey from Birmingham to Tokyo, his experiences with the extreme humidity while training, and the unique culture surrounding running in Japan, particularly the Ekiden races. Jake discusses his transition from a troubled past with injuries to becoming a competitive marathoner, his YouTube journey documenting his experiences, and his recent partnership with Brooks. The conversation also touches on the differences in running culture between Japan and the UK, and Jake's aspirations for the future. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action from the final two days in Tokyo, as well as talking through the World Champs as a whole. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this latest Tokyo bonus episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the distance action on day 6; including the men's 800m semi-finals, and the women's 800m and 5000m heats. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest bonus episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the distance action from today in Tokyo; including the 1500m final that no one saw coming!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest bonus episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the distance action from Tokyo so far; including Cole Hocker's shock exit, Geordie Beamish's huge win, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the action from the first two days at the Tokyo World Championships that featured a stunning 10,000m victory from Jimmy Gressier, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the big hitters going into next weekend's World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli react to the finalised British team for the World Championships in Tokyo, as well as chatting through all the races over the past week. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed London Marathon CEO and Race Director, Hugh Brasher to the podcast. Hugh has been involved with the iconic race since it first started back in 1981 and he shared his insights and memories from over the years. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Oli welcomed Tokyo Olympian and 8:15 Steeplechaser, Zak Seddon, to the podcast. Having switched up his training setup after the disappointment of not making the Paris Games, Zak talked through his track season that culminated with a Silver medal at the British Championships, and a new PB in Oordegem two weeks ago. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Harry Wakefield to the podcast. Despite not starting up in the sport until his late 20's Harry has become one of the top runners on the domestic circuit in recent years. He's posted PB's of 1:47, 3:38, and 7:47 this season; all three being V35 British Records. Harry talks through his unconventional journey into running, his plans for taking himself to the next level, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off!
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the British action from the IFAM meeting in Oordegem on Saturday; featuring stellar runs from Zak Seddon and Sarah Tait. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - use code TSP10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed British 1500m champion, Sarah Calvert, to the podcast. After a huge breakthrough at the Trials last weekend in Birmingham, Sarah now finds herself chasing the World standard for a chance to compete in Tokyo. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - use code TSP10 for 10% off.
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action from the weekend's British Championships and World Trials. The pod features post race interviews from Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, Sarah Calvert, and Neil Gourley. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com - Use code TSP10 for 10% off!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next weekend's British Championships and World Championship Trials. Talking through all the distance events, they talk big hitters, key omissions, and ones to watch. Make sure to check out our British Champs prediction contest on instagram @SundayPlodcast.
Presented by Sportsshoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from yesterday's London Diamond League. The meet featured a number of Brits; with standout performances from Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, Hannah Nutall, Innes Fitzgerald and Max Burgin. With British Champs just a couple weeks away, Matt and Oli talk through the big hitters. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at this weekend's London Diamond League. The meet features all the major players ahead of British Champs at the end of the month. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this episode, Matt welcomed Frederik Ruppert to the podcast. Frederik shared his journey in the steeplechase; discussing his breakthrough 8:01 performance at the Rabat Diamond League, his training techniques, and the impact of some recent coaching changes. He reflects on the challenges he's faced during major championships and his aspirations for the future; emphasising the importance of support systems in German athletics and the evolving landscape of European steeplechasing. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from yesterday's Pre Classic in Eugene; that featured world records from Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed European U18 Silver-Medallist, Jess Bailey, to the podcast. A top athlete in her own right, but a supreme junior; Jess has a 5K PB of 15:07 at just 18 years of age. Based at Birmingham Uni and coached by Dean Miller, who we had on the pod back in January, Jess spoke about life as a BUAC fresher, keeping it fluffy (whatever that means), and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week’s episode, Matt and Oli sat down with New Mexico head coach, Darren Gauson. Darren is one of very few British coaches currently working in the NCAA, and he took over the lobos in 2023. We talked about his coaching journey so far; from working as a graduate assistant at Butler, to his goal to retain professionals at New Mexico alongside his college team in the future, and everything in-between. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli give their initial reactions to Faith Kipyegon's sub 4 mile attempt in Paris. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talked through all the action from the Paris Diamond League that featured George Mills and Georgia Hunter-Bell. The Diamond League circuit is producing serious times right now, and the boys debate how these performances might translate to championship performances later in the summer. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from last night's British 10,000m Championships and World Trials. They also caught up with winners Emile Cairess and Megan Keith, as well as silver medallist, Calli Hauger-Thackery.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli catch up about all the action; from the Rome Diamond League, to the Birmingham BMC, and everything in between. They also preview Saturday's British Athletics 10,000m Trials for the Tokyo World Championships, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
This week on the podcast: Matt sits down with British middle-distance runner Ellie Leather, now based in the U.S. and competing professionally with Under Armour. Fresh off a new 800m personal best of 2:02.19 in Los Angeles, Ellie discusses her journey from collegiate athletics to becoming a full-time professional runner. She shares insights into her training, mindset, and aspirations for the 2025 track season.
Presented by SportsShoes.com – your destination for the latest running gear.
This week on the pod, Matt and Oli are joined by Jake Shelley from the International Testing Agency (ITA) to dive into the world of anti-doping in athletics.
With experience in both athletics and cycling, Jake offers a behind the scenes look at how global agencies work to keep sport clean; from testing protocols to tracking down cheats.
A must-listen for anyone curious about the fight against doping in elite sport.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli chat through all the action from the past weekend; talking through all the British performances. From Max Burgin in Rabat, to Jake Wightman in LA, and everything in between, they dissect it all.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
This week, Matt sat down with Alistair Cragg, Irish Olympian and current head coach of North Carolina's Puma Elite, to discuss his growing impact on British distance running. Now based in North Carolina, Cragg is guiding top UK athletes including Patrick Dever, Rose Harvey, and Jack Rowe, as they chase major championships over the marathon. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
The Sunday Plodcast — Weekend Preview: Comeback 5000, LA Track Fest & More!
Presented by SportsShoes.
We’re previewing the LA Track Fest, where British stars like Jake Wightman, George Mills, Melissa Courtney-Bryant, and James West are set to test themselves against top international competition.
Meanwhile, at the fan-favourite, Comeback 5000, George Wheeler, Tomer Tarragano, Amelia Quirk, and many more, are lining up in search of fast times and strong statements.
🎙️ This week, Matt and Oli are joined by coaching legend and two-time Olympian Ed Eyestone; the man behind BYU’s rise to dominance in collegiate cross country and distance running.
With over 25 years leading the BYU program, Ed shares incredible stories from his career, including what it takes to develop NCAA champions and Olympians. He dives into his coaching philosophy, how he builds team culture, and what it’s been like guiding some of the biggest names in U.S. distance running, including Conner Mantz, Clayton Young, and Kenneth Rooks, from promising student-athletes to professional stars.
🔗 Presented by SportsShoes.com – your destination for the latest performance running gear.
This week on The Sunday Plodcast, Matt is joined by GB international, Jack Gray, and sub 4 miler, Josh Elston-Carr, to talk about their joint venture, Flycarb; the fuelling brand built by runners, for runners. They talk training, nutrition, and what it takes to compete at the sharp end of British distance running; all while building a brand designed to power endurance athletes from parkrun to the podium.
🎧 Plus, listeners get 10% off at flycarb.com with code PLOD10.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
This weekend's Grand Slam Track meet in Miami delivered thrilling performances, with Josh Kerr and Grant Fisher leading the charge. Kerr showcased his versatility and endurance by clinching the 1500m title with a meet record of 3:34.51 and securing a personal best of 1:45.01 in the 800m, amassing a total of 16 points to win the overall short-distance group title.
On the long-distance front, Grant Fisher demonstrated strategic prowess. After a close second-place finish in the 3000m, he bounced back to win the 5000m with a time of 13:40.32, setting a new meet record and accumulating 20 points to claim the long-distance group crown.
Matt and Oli delve into these performances, analyse the race strategies, and discuss what these results mean for the athletes' seasons ahead. Join us as we break down the highlights from Miami's Grand Slam Track meet.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Matt and Oli are joined once again by Jake Smith, fresh from clocking a superb 2:11 at the London Marathon last weekend. A familiar face on the UK endurance scene, Jake dives into his training journey, navigating injuries and illnesses, and his ambitions on the roads and track in the seasons ahead.
Plenty of insight, honesty, and classic Jake energy; this one's a must-listen for British distance running fans.
Brought to you by SportsShoes.com
In this weekend’s round up, Matt and Oli recap all the action from the 2025 London Marathon. From Eilish McColgan’s much-anticipated run to standout performances by Rose Harvey, Mahamed Mahamed, Alex Yee, and more, plus dominant victories from Sabastian Sawe and Tigst Assefa, we cover the key moments and major takeaways from an unforgettable race day.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Puma athlete, Paddy Dever, back to the podcast. The 13:04 and 27:08 man returned to the plodcast after 4 years as a professional and talks through his training setup in North Carolina, as well as his imminent move to the marathon, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Bonus Episode: London Marathon 2025 Preview
In this special bonus episode, Matt and Oli deliver an in-depth preview of all the action set to unfold at this Sunday’s London Marathon. They take a close look at the stacked international fields, featuring Olympic champions Sifan Hassan and Tamirat Tola, alongside world half marathon record-holder Jacob Kiplimo, who makes his highly anticipated marathon debut.
The episode also unpacks the thrilling domestic battles, including Eilish McColgan vs. Charlotte Purdue in the women’s race, and a competitive men’s field with Phil Sesemann, Jack Rowe, and Jake Smith all eyeing top British honors. Plus, they discuss the exciting addition of Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee, stepping up to the marathon distance for the first time.
From elite contenders to breakout stories and tactical insights, Matt and Oli cover it all to get you ready for one of the biggest races on the calendar.
Presented in partnership with SportsShoes.com.
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed marathon running royalty, Steve Jones, to the podcast. The former British and World record holder talked through his career in the 1980's that saw him run a personal best of 2:07:13 in Chicago. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed World Indoor 1500m Silver-Medalist, Neil Gourley, back to the podcast. Three years on from when he first appeared on the pod, Neil talked about his recent indoor success, as well as his outdoor opener at Grand Slam Track in Kingston, Jamaica. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from Grand Slam Track's opening event in Kingston, that featured emphatic wins from Grant Fisher and Emmanuel Wanyonyi. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed European Indoor 3000m Champion, Sarah Healy, to the podcast. The Irish international and M11 track club athlete talked through her training under coaches, Trevor Painter and Jenny Meadows, as well as her approach to racing in the past few months, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Kyle Merber, Director of Athletes and Racing at GrandSlamTrack.com, to the podcast. Kyle talked through the upcoming action at GST's inaugural event in Kingston, Jamaica, next weekend. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the World Indoor Championships that featured 1500m medals from Neil Gourley and Georgia Hunter-Bell. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from Podium Festival on Saturday, as well as the Bath and New York City Half-Marathons. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed British Indoor 800m champ, Justin Davies, to the podcast. The 1:45 man spoke about his progression over the last few years, as well as his preparation for the European Indoor Championships. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli wrap up the action from the final day at the European Indoors; featuring wins from Jakob Ingebrigsten and Sarah Healy. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed Team New Balance Manchester, and Irish international athlete, Andrew Coscoran, to the podcast. Following his 7:30 3000m PB this indoor season, Andrew talked through the changes in his training setup over the past few years, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's bonus episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the action from the first couple of days at the European Indoor Champs. They break down the 1500m finals that featured Jakob Ingebrigsten and Georgia Hunter-Bell. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Oli and Matt welcomed Richard Slade to the podcast, to chat through his emphatic win at the English National Cross Country Champs last weekend. Matt has been coaching Slade since 2022, and the pair spoke about how their relationship and training has developed over the last few years. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the English National Cross Country Championships (featuring Richard Slade & Jess Gibbon) at Parliament Hill, and the British Indoor Championships (featuring Georgia Bell & Neil Gourley) in Birmingham. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Nathan Gillis, from Olympic Sports Scholarships, to the podcast. Nathan provided a detailed breakdown for Brits wanting to explore university options in the US, as well as talking through some of the expansion and developments in the NCAA over the past few years. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli cover all the action over the last week; including Jacob Kiplimo's stunning Half-Marathon world record, Grant Fisher's 12:44 indoor 5000m record, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli previewed all the action at next weekend's British Indoor Championships. They talk through all the big hitters, discuss who has the qualifying marks, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the Milrose Games that featured Grant Fisher, Cole Hocker and Georgia Bell. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt welcomed British 3000m Record Holder, George Mills, to the podcast. The OAC Europe athlete gave his insights around his 7:27 performance last weekend, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from BUCS XC in Cardiff, and the indoor meets at Boston University and New Balance, before then previewing the Milrose Games at the Armoury. Enjoy!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcome 13:03 5K man, John Heymans, to the podcast. The Belgian Olympian spoke about starting out in the sport during college, life as an unsponsored elite runner, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's round up, Matt and Oli recapped all the action from the area cross country championships over the weekend, before looking ahead to next weekends BUCS XC Champs in Cardiff. They also previewed the upcoming NB Grand Prix indoor meet, featuring Georgia Bell, Jake Wightman and James West.
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Virginia Tech based Brit, George Couttie, to the podcast. Following a 14th place finish at the NCAA Cross Country Champs, and a Silver medal at the Europeans, George spoke about his training under coach, Ben Thomas, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our latest weekend round up, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the Houston Half Marathon (inc. Paddy Dever, 60:11 & Jess Warner-Judd, 69:07), and the Sheffield BMC (inc. Issy Boffey, 2:02.82). Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, the new British 10K record holder, Rory Leonard (27:38), and his Team Makou Coach, Andy Hobdell, joined Matt and Oli to talk about all things Valencia. They delved into the training behind Rory's record breaking run and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our first weekend round up of 2025, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from Valencia 10k. A number of Brits took the trip to Spain, with Rory Leonard taking the British 10K record. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In our first episode of 2025, Matt and Oli welcomed University of Birmingham coach, Dean Miller, to the podcast. Dean spoke about the brilliant performances from Birmingham athletes at the Liverpool Cross Challenge and the European Cross Country Championships at the back-end of last year, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from today's European Cross Country Championships. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
To celebrate 200 episodes of the Sunday Plodcast, Matt and Oli welcomed Faith Kipyegon to the podcast. Faith's credentials are off the scale, so we'll just leave them here for you;
2014 CWG 1500m Gold
2015 WC 1500m Silver
2016 OLY 1500m Gold
2017 WC XC Gold
2017 WC 1500m Gold
2019 WC 1500m Silver
2020 OLY 1500m Gold
2022 WC 1500m Gold
2023 WC 5000m Gold
2023 WC 1500m Gold
2024 OLY 5000m Silver
2024 OLY 1500m Gold
The Greatest. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's bumper episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next weekend's European Cross Country Championships, before welcoming Kate Axford to the podcast (56:45). Kate spoke about her emphatic win in Liverpool last weekend, as well as her rise through the UK ranks over the past two years. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from yesterday's Liverpool Cross Challenge and European Trials. They covered the senior men's and women's races, as well as the U23's and short course trials. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next week's Liverpool Cross Challenge and European Trials. They talk through all the contenders in the Senior Men's and Women's races, as well as the U23 and Short Course Trials. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Following a review of Mansfield, Matt welcomed British 800m Champion, Phoebe Gill, to the podcast. The 17-year old Paris Olympian spoke about her phenomenal season, that included a personal-best of 1:57 over 800m, as well as talking through some of the challenges she's overcome to get to the top. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, following a short review of the Valencia Half Marathon, Matt and Oli welcomed Olympic Bronze medallist, Georgia Bell, back to the podcast. The British record holder over 1500m spoke about her phenomenal summer season, that saw her claim Olympic Bronze in Paris. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Following a short preview of the upcoming races at Mansfield and Podium, Matt welcomed Swedish international, Andreas Almgren, to the podcast. The 12:50 5000m and 26:52 10,000m man spoke about his approach to training and racing, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed two-time British Olympian in the 1500m, Revée Walcott-Nolan, to the podcast. The OAC Europe athlete spoke about her performances in Paris that saw her lower her PB to 3:58.08. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Oli sat down with Calli Hauger-Thackery to discuss her new PB of 2:21:24 from the Berlin Marathon, just 7 weeks after a DNF at the Paris Olympics. Calli talks about the ups and the downs of the past few months, as well as what's next in her career. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Tim Eglen joined Matt and Oli on the podcast. The AFD coach spoke about his work with the likes of Jack Rowe, Will Barnicoat and Niamh Brown, as well as talking through how he's developed his coaching over the years. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli chat through some of the upcoming Cross Country action, as well as covering all the latest news on the distance running circuit. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
With the 2024 track season having come to a close, Matt and Oli round up the most recent races, before looking ahead at what's to come over the winter. Enjoy!
Following reviews of the Great North Run and more, Matt welcomed 3:29 1500m man, Hobbs Kessler to the podcast. Following his 5th place finish in Paris, Hobbs spoke about how he got into the sport, his approach to training, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcomed Emile Cairess back to the podcast. Following his 4th place finish in Paris last month, Emile talked through his preparations under coach, Renato Canova, his Olympic experience, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, following a review of all the recent news on the distance running circuit, Matt and Oli welcomed Cathal Doyle to the podcast (46:40). The Irish 1500m Olympian spoke about his experience in Paris, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Following a review of the Lausanne Diamond League, Matt and Oli welcomed British U20 1500m champion, Ava Lloyd, to the podcast. Ahead of representing GB at the the World Juniors in Peru next week, Ava spoke about her training setup under coaches, Trevor Painter and Jenny Meadows, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, following a preview of the Lausanne Diamond League, Matt and Oli welcomed Paris Olympian, Sam Reardon, to the podcast. The 1:45 800m man returned from the Games with 2 medals from the 4x400m relay events, and he spoke about his time in Paris and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this final bonus episode from the Paris Olympic Games, Matt and Oli round-up the last of the action from Siffan Hassan's win in the Marathon, before chatting through some of their highlights of the champs. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli round up all the action from days 9 and 10 in Paris; including Georgia Bell's Bronze in the 1500m, Emile Cairess' 4th place finish in the Marathon, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli chat through the action from the Men's Steeplechase final and the Women's 1500m semi-finals. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
On this bonus episode, Matt Stonier joined the boys to talk about the Paris Olympics. They chat through all the action from the morning of day 7; featuring Pattison, Burgin and Giles in the 800m heats, and Mills, Dever and Atkin in the 5000m heats. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the past couple days at the Paris games. They breakdown all the races; including Keely's Gold and Kerr's Silver. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
On this bonus episode, Matt and Oli chat through all the action from day 4 in Paris before welcoming distance running journalist, George Mallett to the podcast. George spoke about his time observing Patrick Sang's NN running group, including Eliud Kipchoge and Faith Kipyegon, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli chat through the first few athletics sessions at the Paris Olympics; including Joshua Cheptegei's emphatic 10,000m victory. Daily podcasts will follow, covering all the distance action from the games. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the distance action at the Paris Olympic Games. Chatting through every event from the 800m to the marathon, this is your guide to the favourites for Olympic gold. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the London Diamond League (featuring Keely Hodgkinson, Olli Hoare & Grant Fisher), as well as chatting through some of the recent news on the UK circuit. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli chat through all the action from the Paris and Monaco Diamond League meetings from the past week. With the Olympics now just weeks away, they discuss some of the favourites going in the middle distance events. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.cm
Following the announcement of the British Olympic team for Paris, Matt and Oli chat through all the selection decisions before welcoming Phil Norman to the podcast. Despite running 8:18.65, the 6th fastest British Steeplechaser of all time and Tokyo Olympian missed out on selection. Phil talks about his experiences with British Athletics selection policies over the years, as well as his training and career as a whole. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action from the weekend's British Championships and Olympic Trials in Manchester. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Following a brief rundown of the action at the US Olympic Trials, Matt and Oli welcomed Nike athlete, Zak Mahamed to the podcast. The 23 year-old 27:46 spoke about his training under coach, Idris Hamud, his goals for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt, Oli and George preview all the action at next weekend's British Championships and Olympic Trials in Manchester. Talking through the favourites in all the distance events, this is a must listen ahead of the trials. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from Roma2024; covering all the British results and looking ahead to the Olympic Trials. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli welcome Australian 1500m champ and NCAA 1500m bronze medallist, Adam Spencer, to the podcast. The Wisconsin man talked about his training under coach Mick Byrne, preparing for Paris, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's bumper episode, Matt and Oli break down the British team for next week's European Championships in Rome, before welcoming Barry Fudge to the podcast (55:40). The former head of endurance at British Athletics chatted about working closely with Mo Farah during the peak of his career, and much more. Enjoy!
Following a review of all the action from the Highgate Night of 10K PB's, Matt and Oli welcome Brendan Hackett to the podcast. The sports psychologist and former CEO of Athletics Ireland spoke about mentally preparing for major championships, Irish medal hopes for Paris, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next weekend's Prefontaine Classic. First though, they welcome Maurten Scientist, Josh Rowe, to the podcast, to talk all things sports fuelling. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the action at next weekend's Highgate Night of 10K's, including the British trials for the Paris Olympics (featuring Paddy Dever & Megan Keith). They break down the start lists, selection criteria, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
We're back with part 2 of Renato Canova's presentation on how to be an elite marathoner! Following a review of some of the latest races on the UK circuit, Renato starts talking about how he first met Emile Cairess (34:40). Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, following a review of the London Marathon, Matt and Oli welcomed Renato Canova to the podcast (14:40). Canova, who truly is marathon coaching royalty, spoke in this first part about the development of his world-famous training methodology. Stay tuned for part 2, where Renato speaks about meeting Emile Cairess, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's podcast, Matt welcomed 3:46 miler and British record holder, Steve Cram (21:20), to the podcast; previewing the upcoming Bannister Mile races at Oxford University, as well as chatting through Steve's career. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this bonus episode, Matt and Oli previewed all the upcoming action for Sunday's London Marathon. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the national road relays, before welcoming this week's guest, Alex Botterill, to the podcast. The 1:44 800m runner and Puma athlete, talked about his relationship with coach, Steve Cram, his plans for the season ahead, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode Matt and Oli chat through some of the latest World Athletics rankings on the Road to Paris 24. Predicting some of the British team, they also preview some upcoming races, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the World Cross Country Championships (featuring Jacob Kiplimo, Abbie Donnelly, and Will Barnicoat), before welcoming this week's guest, Calli Hauger-Thackery, back to the podcast. The 2:22 Marathoner and Nike athlete spoke about being selected for the Olympic Games in Paris later this year, and much more. Enjoy!
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli start by having a rant about their own running, before reviewing Podium Festival and previewing the World XC. In the second half of the episode, the boys are joined by two-time Inter Counties XC Champ, Calum Johnson. The unsponsored 2:13 Marathoner talked about training under coach, Alan Storey, prepping for World XC, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through the recently announced World XC team, before welcoming this week's guest, Brett Robinson, to the podcast. Ahead of the Paris Olympic marathon, Brett chatted about training, racing, and his own podcast, For The Kudos (https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/for-the-kudos/id1607767885). Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from last weekend's World Indoor Championships in Glasgow; including Josh Kerr's 3000m Gold, Jemma Reekie's Silver, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we were joined by SportsShoes Race Director, Chris Barnes, to preview Podium Festival. In addition to previewing his own event, Chris helped us talk through some of the latest news on the distance running circuit, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from last weekend's British Indoor Championships; talking through the selected team for World Indoors. Then, joined by Charlie & George Wheeler (34:30) for the guest portion of the episode, they spoke to the twins about their recent rise on the British distance running scene, with Charlie having just run 13:20 over 5,000m, and George representing England in the 3,000m. Not afraid to speak their minds, the twins gave an open and honest account of the their approach to life, training, and racing, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we previewed all the action for this weekend's Saucony National Cross Country Championships; covering the men's and women's individual races, as well as the team titles.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli reviewed all the action from the Milrose Games, BU Valentine Meet, and much more! This week's guest, Georgia Bell, then joined the podcast ahead of this weekend's British Championships. Georgia talked through her return to the sport in recent years; including how her coach, Trevor Painter, has managed to get her into world-class shape ahead of Paris 2024. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, Matt and Oli reflected upon some recent races on the indoor circuit; including the NB Boston Indoor GP (featuring Jake Wightman & Jess Hull), and the Lee Valley Mile. In the latter half of the episode, they previewed what's to come; including Milrose Games (featuring Josh Kerr & Laura Muir), and the British Indoor Championships. Amongst all the indoor action, they covered BUCS XC, and much more!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, Jack Rowe returned to the podcast to talk about his recent 7:38 3,000m win in Boston. The Puma athlete is planning on attempting the Olympic 5,000m standard of 13:05 on the 10th of February. Following Jack's interview, Matt and Oli chatted about all the upcoming meets over the next few weeks.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli break down all the action from the Boston Indoor 5000m races (including George Mills, Sam Atkin & Jack Rowe), before welcoming this week's guest (28:15), Chris Jones. The UKA Head of Endurance Strategy spoke in detail about the NGB's plans for the coming years. Chris also explained how he's recently started coaching Marc Scott ahead of his Marathon debut in April. Following the interview, the guys preview BUCS XC and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli discussed some of the scepticism following Agnes Ngetich's 10K WR of 28:46 in Valencia. Then, following her 30:41 performance in the same race, Jess Warner-Judd was welcomed back to the podcast for this week's interview. Jess spoke about some of her training going into Valencia, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, Matt and Oli chatted through the results of the Sheffield BMC, before introducing this week's guest, Eamonn Martin. Currently race director for next weekend's (21/01/24) London International Cross Country, Eamonn provided an insight into what we can expect from the event. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
In this week's episode, Matt and Oli wrapped up all the action from the Ribble Valley 10k, that featured a head-to-head between Marc Scott and Emile Cairess; before then introducing this week's guest, Innes FitzGerald. The 17 year-old European U20 XC Champion spoke about her career so far, her plans for the next few years, and much more. Enjoy!
To kick off season 4, Matt and Oli chatted through some of the final races in 2023; including the Cardiff Met Christmas Classic 3000m (featuring Laura Muir) and the Ribble Valley 10K. This week's guest though, was double European XC Champ (U20 & U23), Will Barnicoat. The Puma athlete reflected upon his recent U23 title, as well as talking through his training setup and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we've wrapped up some of the latest stories in the sport going into the Christmas period, as well as giving you a preview of what's to come in Season 4 of The Sunday Plodcast. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we talked through all the action from the Liverpool X Challenge and European XC Trials. With the British Team having just been announced, we chatted through the teams on both the Men's and Women's side, as well as the races themselves. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we previewed all the action for this Saturday's British Athletics Cross Challenge and European Trials event in Sefton Park, Liverpool. We talked through our predictions for the top 5 spots in both the men's and women's races. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For our 150th episode, we welcomed Josh Kerr back to the podcast. We spoke to the 1500m World Champion about that magical night in Budapest and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we spoke to Team New Balance Manchester athlete, Hannah Nuttall. Hannah holds PB's of 4:05 over 1500m and 15:16 over 5000m and we talked through her journey in the sport. From growing up with Olympian parents, to training at the University of New Mexico, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we previewed all the upcoming action on the British distance running scene; including Cardiff X Challenge, Mansfield Relays, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's podcast, we spoke to two-time British Olympian, Laura Weightman. Having just announced her retirement from the sport, we spoke to Laura about her stellar career, her decision to retire, and what the future might hold. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we discussed the recent world records in both the men's and women's marathons at Chicago and Berlin. We also reviewed some of the action at last weekend's National Road Relays and previewed the Cross Country season ahead. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we spoke to Hoka athlete, Scott Beattie. Coached by Andy Hobdell, Scott recently finished 9th in the 5K at the World Road Running Champs. We spoke to Scott about starting his running career at Morpeth Harriers, spending a number of years running for Tulsa in the NCAA, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s podcast, we spoke to two-time Olympian, Richard Nerurkar. Richard represented Great Britain at the Olympics in 1992 over 10,000m and in 1996 over the marathon. We spoke to the 2:08 marathoner about some current trends within the sport, as well as his own career, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, Matt and Oli caught up about all the latest action on the distance running scene, before welcoming this week's guest, Hayden Wilde (24:48). They spoke to the Olympic Triathlon Bronze Medalist about racing and training at the elite level, as well as delving into how he got into the sport in the first place. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we spoke to 3:31 1500m runner, Sam Tanner. At just 23, Sam is already New Zealand's 2nd fastest ever 1500m athlete; with just Nick Willis having gone quicker. We spoke to Sam about his career so far, his plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we spoke to Nike athlete and 1:43 800m man, Max Burgin. At just 21, Max has been a serious talent for a number of years now, and we spoke to him about his career so far, his plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we reviewed all the action from Friday's British Road Running Champs, as well as chatting through the Brussels Diamond League. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we discussed our World Champs ‘hangover’; reviewing the Diamond League meets from the past few days, as well as previewing the upcoming races at The Big Half and the Great North Run. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we reviewed all the action from the final day of the World Champs in Budapest, as well as talking through our overall highlights of the week. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we chatted through all the action from day 8 of the World Champs in Budapest. Enjoy!
For this bonus episode, we chatted through all the action from day 5 of the World Champs in Budapest. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we chatted through all the action from day 4 of the World Champs in Budapest. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we chatted through all the action from day 2 of the World Champs in Budapest. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we chatted through all the action from day 1 of the World Champs in Budapest. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's podcast, we spoke to European U23 Silver Medalist and 1:44 800m man, Ethan Hussey. The Leeds based Nike athlete spoke to us about his career so far under coach, Andy Henderson, his plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we previewed all the action for the upcoming World Championships in Budapest. As always, we covered all the distance events, from the 800m, right up to the 10,000m. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we spoke to New Balance athlete, Issy Boffey. The Birmingham-based athlete spoke to us about her new PB of 1:59 over 800m in Madrid, as well as her preparations for the World Champs in Budapest, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s podcast, we spoke to British 1500m Champion and Under Armour athlete, Katie Snowden. Katie has PB’s of 4:00 in the 1500 and 1:58 in the 800, and we spoke to her ahead of the World Championships in Budapest. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's podcast, we spoke to 3:34 1500m man, Ossama Meslek. The UK-based Italian international spoke to us about his career so far, his plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we reviewed all the action from the Diamond League meetings in London and Monaco over the weekend. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Fresh off a new Irish Record of 13:01 over 5000m, we welcomed Brian Fay (EP 76) back to the podcast. Brian’s just finished up his NCAA career at Washington and returned to train under coach Feidhlim Kelly (EP 106) at the Dublin Track Club. The Nike athlete talked us through his race in Heusden, his plans going forward, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we chatted through everything happening right now on the distance running scene. From the European U23 Championships, to the Morton Games, the World Champs selection, and everything in-between. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
Reporting live from a car park in Manchester... For this week's podcast, we reviewed all the action from this weekend's British Championships; covering all the distance events from the 800 up to the 5000.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus EP, we teamed up with our partners at SportsShoes.com, to bring you our first 'vodcast'. We were joined by On athlete, Amy-Eloise Markovc for this episode, as she was preparing for this weekend's British Championships. For the first time ever, you can watch this podcast on the SportsShoes YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sportsshoes_com
For this week's episode, we previewed next weekend's British Championships and World Championship Trials. As always, we covered all the distance events, from the 800m, up to the 5000m. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we caught up with the new parkrun world record holder, Andy Butchart! Butchy ran the time of 13:45 at Edinburgh parkrun on Saturday, taking down Andy Baddeley's previous record of 13:48 from 2012. We spoke to Butchy about the run itself, his plans for the rest of the season, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s podcast, we spoke to Anita Bean. Anita is a registered nutritionist, health writer and author. Perhaps best known for her publication of, ‘The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition’, we spoke to Anita about the importance of nutrition for distance runners, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we spoke to 800m man, and Tokyo Olympian, Oliver Dustin. A European U20 champion in 2019, Dustin broke into the senior ranks with his signature kick in 2021; running 1:43 in Nice. We spoke to him about his career so far, his goals for the next few years, and much more. Enjoy!
For this bonus EP, we reviewed all the track action from the weekend's races. We extensively covered the Paris Diamond League, as well as mentioning the British interests at the Fast 5000, the NCAA Championships, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we spoke to Dutch Olympian, and 13:11 5000m man, Mike Foppen. Mike trains with the Lions Track Club in Paris, and we spoke to him about his career so far, his goals for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we welcomed James West back to the podcast. We first spoke to Westy back in February 2021 (EP 13), so go and check that out if you want more of an overview on his career. This time though, we caught up about his recent move to New Balance Manchester, and what it means for the years ahead. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s podcast, we spoke to European Bronze medallist in the 1500m, Mario García Romo. Mario ran his personal best of 3:30, when he finished 4th at the World Champs in Eugene last summer. We spoke to him about growing up in Spain, his time in the NCAA at Ole Miss, and now training under Coach Dathan Ritzenhein, at the On Athletics Club. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we recapped all the action from the Night of the 10,000m PB's, as well as the Manchester 10K. We also previewed some upcoming races on the distance running calendar. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode we spoke to 13:16 5,000m runner, Jonny Davies. Fresh off his new PB that sent him to the top of the UK rankings; we spoke to Jonny about his exceptional junior career, navigating injuries over the past few years, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we previewed next weekend's Highgate 10,000 and World Championship Trials races. We covered the elite races on both the men's and the women's side; including British interests in the likes of Jess Warner-Judd, Sam Harrison and Andy Butchart. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
With the summer races kicking off in recent weeks, we previewed the 2023 track season, for this week’s episode. We offered up some early predictions for this year’s World Champs winners, talked through some possible world records, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s podcast, we spoke to S&C Coach, Richard Blagrove. A senior lecturer at Loughborough University, Rich conducts research related to the physiology of endurance running, as well as working with numerous British athletes. Enjoy!
The book that we refer to in the podcast, Strength and Conditioning for Endurance Running, is available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Strength-Conditioning-Endurance-Running-Blagrove/dp/1847979874/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1682769165&refinements=p_27%3ARichard+Blagrove&s=books&sr=1-1
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we reviewed all the action from The London Marathon. We covered Hassan's thrilling comeback, Kiptum's dominant win, as well as the British interests in Emile Cairess and Sam Harrison. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we spoke to one of Ireland’s top distance running prospects. At just 18 years of age, Nick Griggs is already a 3:39 1500m runner, a 3:56 Miler, and a European U20 champion. We spoke to him about it all. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we previewed the upcoming marathon majors taking place in Boston and London next week. We covered the elite start lists for both the men's and women's races, as well as much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s podcast, we spoke to NCAA Indoor 800m Champ, Yusuf Bizimana (aka, Fly Bizzy). The Texas-based Brit spoke to us about life state-side, training for the 800m in a sprint-focussed group, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we summarised some recent results on the British distance running scene. We covered Eilish McColgan's British Half-Marathon Record, the Area Road Relay Champs, and looked ahead to London Marathon. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s podcast, we spoke to Eduardo ‘Lalo’ Herrera. With a PB of 13:11 in the 5K, Lalo is shooting for a world champs qualifier this summer. He went through the NCAA as a Colorado Buffalo under Coach, Mark Wetmore, and now runs professionally for Under Armour with Mission Run Dark Sky Distance.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we roundup the last few races of the 'winter' season, before reflecting upon the last few months as a whole. We cover doping scandals, race results, predictions for the summer, and much more! Enjoy.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we welcomed 60:31 Half-Marathon man, Jake Smith, back to the podcast. We first spoke to Jake back in March 2021 for episode 20 (https://audioboom.com/posts/7832101-ep-20-jake-smith), so it was great to get him back on. Now signed by the NN running team with PB’s of 13:38 and 28:01 over 5K and 10K, Jake is one of the UK’s biggest distance running prospects in the marathon. Unfortunately, Jake has recently had some issues with RED-S (https://red-s.com), that have negatively impacted both his running and his everyday life. We hope that this episode can help to spread some awareness around a major issue within our sport.
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s podcast, we spoke to Callum Elson (aka, The Distance Project). Since Callum returned from the US collegiate system last summer, he’s thrown himself at pretty much every domestic club race on the calendar. Now boasting PB’s of 3:40 in the 1500 and 13:52 in the 5K, as well as two senior GB vests in the mixed relay teams for the European and World Cross Country Champs, what can Elson do next? Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we welcomed newly signed NN running team athlete, Marc Scott, to the podcast. We spoke to Marc on the pod previously (EP 10), back in January 2021 when he was training with the Bowerman Track Club. Since then, he’s gone on to run PB’s of 12:57 and 27:10 over 5000 and 10,000m. We chatted with Marc about the improvements he’s made in the last couple of years, as well as his decision to leave Jerry Schumacher and the BTC, in favour of the NN running team and a move to the roads. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we chatted through all the action from last weekend (including Birmingham Indoors & National XC) and previewed this weekend’s events (European Indoors & Breaking 10). Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we spoke to 4:01 1500m runner, Melissa Courtney Bryant. The recently crowned British Indoor 3000m champion talked us through the ups and downs of her career so far; including an injury that saw her sidelined for the Tokyo Olympic Games, her return to form in recent months, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For our main episode this week, we reviewed all the action from the British Indoor and World Cross Country Championships. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s pod, we spoke to Irish distance runner, Darragh McElhinney. We caught up with the adidas athlete a few weeks ago after an altitude trip to Kenya and, since our chat, he rolled 7:45 over 3000m in Boston. Darragh spoke to us about it all; from how he first got into the sport, his transition through the age groups, to his current training setup. Enjoy!
For this week’s episode, we spoke to Breaking 2 Physiologist, Andy Jones. Andy spoke to us about some of the science behind distance running racing and training; including Nike’s Breaking 2 project itself, and much more. Enjoy!
For this bonus episode, we chatted through some of the indoor action from the past weekend; including the main meets in Boston and Manchester. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we spoke to two-time Olympic medallist and Tracksmith Community Manager, Nick Willis. Nick is someone who needs no introduction and we chatted through his illustrious career as an athlete, his transition out of elite running and into the work he does with Tracksmith now, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to Team New Balance Manchester coach, Helen Clitheroe. After a successful career as an athlete herself, including representing GB at two Olympics, Helen took over from Steve Vernon at Team NB MCR last year. Helen spoke to us about her own career, her transition into coaching, and much more. Enjoy!
Use code PLODCAST10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we preview the indoor action coming up over the next couple of months! Focussing on the build up to the European Indoor Champs in Istanbul in early March, we chat through the British standards, selection criteria, and much more. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's podcast, we spoke to founder and coach of the Dublin Track Club, Feidhlim Kelly. Feidlhim shared his views on coaching athletes to go 'all in', the origins of the DTC, and much more. Enjoy!
Use code PLODCAST10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
Happy New Year everyone! Massive guest to kick off 2023 with and one you’ve all been waiting for… We spoke to Emile Cairess about it all. With PB’s of 27:34 in the 10k and 60:32 in the half marathon, Emile is one of the UK’s biggest distance running talents. Fresh off a silver medal at Euro Cross in December and looking ahead to London Marathon in April, this is Emile Cairess. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we spoke to 68-minute Half-Marathon runner, Sam Harrison. Coached by Vince Wilson (EP 99), Sam has seen dramatic improvements in her running over the past 4 years and made the England team for the Commonwealth Games, as well as the British team for the European Champs, in the summer. Sam’s got PB’s of 31:21 in the 10K and 2:32 in the marathon and we spoke to her about how she’s going to attack those events over the next couple of years, with an eye on Paris 2024. Enjoy!
Use code PLODCAST10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
For this week’s episode, we spoke to Derby-based Triathlete and GB International, Hugo Milner. Fresh off a 2nd-place finish at Liverpool, followed by his GB senior debut at Euros last weekend; we spoke to Hugo about the success he’s had so far this cross country season, his switch to Triathlon last year, and much more. Enjoy!
Use code PLODCAST10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we reviewed the action at the European Cross Country Championships yesterday; covering all the action from the senior races and chatting through the junior results from a British perspective too. Enjoy!
You can use code PLODCAST10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
For this bonus EP, we previewed this weekend's European Cross Country Champs! We talked through the British teams, as well as giving our medal predictions for the senior men's and women's races. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
To kick off season 3, we welcomed GB international and Oklahoma State Cowboy, Rory Leonard, to the podcast. Fresh off an all-american performance at the NCAA Cross Country Champs, we spoke to Rory about his recent GB selection for the European Champs, life across the pond under coach, Dave Smith, and much more. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
For this review episode, we chatted through Saturday's European Trials races from Sefton Park, Liverpool. By the time you're listening, British Athletics should have released their official teams for the European Champs.
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we preview this weekend's European Cross Country Trials in Liverpool; giving you our top 4 picks for both the senior Women's and Men's races.
Presented by SportsShoes.com (use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off)
https://www.youtube.com/@thesundayplodcast2594
For our 100th EP, we welcomed World 1500m Champion, Jake Wightman, back to the podcast. Jake joined us back in 2020 for our 5th ever episode, so it was great to catch up with him again after a stellar season in 2022. Race by race, we chatted through his season; from disappointment after the final of the Olympics in Tokyo 2021, right the way through to breaking the tape first in Eugene 2022. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's podcast, we spoke to coach, Vince Wilson. Based in Loughborough, Vince coaches a small group of athletes, including GB senior internationals, Sam Harrison and Calli Thackery. We spoke to Vince about how he first got into coaching, how he's developed some of his athletes in recent years, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we review all the action from the first British Athletics Cross Challenge fixture in Cardiff; where Emile Cairess and Amelia Quirk were the first Brits across the line. We also preview the upcoming races, as we start to get an idea of who might be the main contenders come Liverpool at the end of November. Enjoy!
Presented by SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, Matt and Oli chat through the transition from the summer to winter season; recapping the end of the track season and some of the early autumn races, before looking ahead to cross country, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we joined Tracksmith founder, Matt Taylor, at the brand's latest pop-up store in London. Matt talked us through the Tracksmith running brand and how it all started, their reasoning for opening their doors in the UK, their plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week’s podcast, we caught up with British Ultra runner, Tom Evans. Tom recently finished third at the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB) in an incredible time of 20:34:36. He’s also pretty handy over the shorter events that we normally cover on the podcast; with sub 14 and 30 clockings over 5K and 10K respectively. We chatted lots about the trail scene, including how he got into the sport, how he trains for such long events, how can be applicable to all runners, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week’s episode, we spoke to GB international and On Running athlete, Amy-Eloise Markovc. With PB’s of 8:40 in the 3K and 14:56 in the 5K, along with a 4th place finish at the Commonwealth Games, Amy’s had a fantastic season in 2022. We chatted through her performances at all three major championships this summer and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we spoke to GB and Tinman Elite steeplechaser, Jamaine Coleman. Jamaine has run a number of personal bests this season, including an 8:27 steeple, 7:44 3K, and 13:26 5K. We chatted about his career so far; including life as a Tinman and representing GB at the World Indoor and European Outdoor Championships this summer. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 3:37 1500m man, Adam Fogg (aka The FOGDOG Exclusive https://www.youtube.com/c/TheFOGDOGExclusive?app=desktop&cbrd=1&themeRefresh=1). We spoke about it all; growing up in Australia, running for Drake in the NCAA, signing for Under Armour, and of course YouTube. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to 1:44 800m man, Ben Pattison. Ben's had a fantastic season this year; taking a bronze medal for England at the Commonwealth Games and finishing 6th at the European Championships. Ben talked to us about his career so far; including his current setup at Loughborough University, his relationship with his coach and recent plodcast guest, Dave Ragan, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to coach and agent, Stephen Haas. Coaching at Under Armour’s Dark Sky Distance Group in the US, we spoke to Stephen about how he balances his coaching with his work as an agent and much more. Enjoy!
For this bonus episode, we preview Saturday's Asics Home Nations 5K race. Organised by SportsShoes and Podium 5K, the race will see some of the top athletes in the country battle it out for team and individual prizes. We chat through the start lists and the event itself. Enjoy!
This week, we welcomed Basingstoke AC coach, Dave Ragan, to the podcast. Dave coaches a number of 800m athletes including the likes of Ben Pattison and Reece Sharman-Newell, and we spoke to him about his coaching journey so far. Enjoy!
For this bonus EP, we were joined by Conor (A.K.A @the.running.statistician on Instagram) to preview next week's European Championships. We chatted through all the distance events on the track and gave our thoughts on who we think will challenge for the medals. Enjoy!
This week, we wrapped up the action so far at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham; covering all the distance events on both the men's and women's side. We also previewed the remaining finals. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to British international marathoner, Jess Piasecki. Jess is the 2nd fastest Brit of all time with a PB of 2:22 and she just finished 12th at the Eugene World Championships. We spoke to her about her career so far, her plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
We round up the last of the action from the Eugene World Champs in this bonus episode; covering the men's and women's 800m and 5000m finals. We also chat about some of the new qualification rulings that the IAAF announced for the Paris Olympics. Enjoy!
This week, we (p)review all the action for the World Championships taking place right now in Eugene, Oregon. We cover all the distance events and even manage to get excited by some sprints too… Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we chat through all the distance action at the Eugene World Championships. We recap the heats of the races that have already taken place and preview every race due to go down over the following week. Enjoy!
For this week’s episode, we welcomed US Olympian, Hillary Bor, to the podcast. Hillary represented Team USA at the Rio and Tokyo games in the steeplechase and he recently won this year’s US trials for the Eugene World Champs. He’s got PB’s of 8:08 for the 3000SC and 13:10 in the 5000 and we spoke to him about his career so far; from his upbringing in Kenya, to training in the US Army’s WCAP programme, and everything in-between. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 1:44 800m man, Kyle Langford. Kyle finished 3rd at the British Champs last weekend and booked his spot on the plane to Eugene for the World Champs later this month. We spoke to him about his career so far, including his 4th place finish at the London 2017 Worlds, his current training and racing setup, his plans for the rest of the season, and much more. Enjoy!
Within this bonus episode, we announce the winner of our British Champs prediction contest and chat through the British Athletics team selection for the World Champs in Eugene. We also preview the Morton Games and Podium 5K that are taking place this weekend. Enjoy!
This week, we reviewed this weekend's British Championships and World Championship Trials. We covered all the distance events, from the 800, right the way through to the 5000. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
This week, Matt and Oli preview next weekend's British Championships and World Championship Trials races. All the distance events, from the 800, right up to the 5000, are covered. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 2012 Olympian and now athletics commentator, Hannah England. Hanna won a silver medal at the 2011 World Champs and, this summer, she's part of the World Athletics commentary team for Eugene. We chatted about her career as an athlete, how she got into commentary, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 2:09 marathon man, Dewi Griffiths. The Wales and Great Britain international talked us through his career so far; from making the Commonwealth Games team in 2014 and running his 2:09 debut in 2017, to struggling with injuries and illnesses more recently and now trying to work his way back to his best. Enjoy!
This week, we welcomed Mark Rowland to the podcast. Mark took bronze in the Steeplechase at the 1988 Olympic Games in a British record of 8:07 and he now coaches at Nike's Oregon Track Club in the USA. Mark's record still stands today and we spoke to him about his own career as an athlete, his transition into coaching, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we were joined by the newly crowned Emsley Carr Mile winner and 3:37 1500m man, Matt Stonier. Based at Loughborough University, Matt is a regular GB junior in Cross Country and we spoke to him about his win in highgate last weekend, his career so far, goals for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
For this bonus EP, we review the elite races from Highgate's Night of 10K's and preview some of the upcoming races on the UK calendar. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to Washington Husky and Irish International, Brian Fay. Brian has a 5K PB of 13:16 and he finished 10th at the European XC Champs in November. We talked through his career so far, his plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to race organiser, Ben Pochee. Ben founded the Highgate Harriers Night of 10,000m PB's back in 2013 and we spoke to him all about the event. We talked about how it first started, how it has developed over the years, and we looked ahead to next weekends meet too. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we spoke to 3:33 1500m man, Will Paulson. Will grew up in the UK, but now competes for Canada and trains with the Oregon Track Club in the US. We talked about his recent PB in the 1500, his relationship with coach, Mark Rowland, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we welcomed Calli Thackery to the podcast. Fresh off a new personal best of 15:09 over 5000m, Calli talked us through the race that saw her top the UK rankings in a World Championship qualifying time. Based out in Australia with the Melbourne Track Club under coach, Nic Bideau, Calli offers quite a unique perspective for a British distance runner. We chatted about her career so far, her plans for the rest of the season, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we spoke to 2016 Olympian, Ross Millington. Ross represented GB at the Rio games over 10,000m and recorded his personal best of 27:55 that season. Since then, Ross has stepped up to the Marathon distance and ran 2:11:37 to qualify for this summer's European Championships. We chatted about his career so far, his plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to New Balance Manchester athlete, Izzy Fry; fresh off a winter season where she finished 9th in the U23 race at the European XC Champs, won the World University XC Champs, and took bronze in the 3000m at the British Indoor Champs. Izzy reflected upon her success this winter, talked us through her career so far, her plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we welcomed double Olympic Triathlon medallist, Alex Yee, to the podcast. A world class runner in his own right with PB's of 13:29 and 27:51, we spoke to Alex about his experiences in both sports. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to this year's National cross country championships winner, Mahamed Mahamed. In recent years, Mahamed has won pretty much every domestic cross country title, including 2 at the National and 2 at the Inter Counties, as well as representing Great Britain at World and European XC Champs. We chatted to Mahamed about this year's win, his current training setup, his plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off SportsShoes.com
For this Bonus EP, we reviewed the action from the past weekend's World Indoor Championships in Belgrade. Enjoy!
This week, we welcomed European Indoor 3000m record holder, Adel Mechaal, to the podcast. The Spanish international holds PB's of 3:30 for 1500, 7:30 in the 3000 and 13:15 in the 5000. We spoke about it all, from how he got started in the sport, to his goals for the World Champs this summer, and everything in-between. Enjoy!
With the World Indoor Championships next weekend, we welcomed Jenny Selman to the podcast for this week's episode. Jenny recently ran a PB of 2:00.70 over 800m and followed it up with a win at the British Champs to book her spot on the plane to Belgrade. We spoke to Jenny about her success this season, as well as her career to date and her plans for the future. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off SportsShoes.com
For this bonus EP, we previewed this weekend's Nike ZoomX Streakfly Podium 5K event in Barrowford. We also gave our thoughts on last weekend's 'The TEN' out in the US and touched upon this weekend's Inter Counties in Loughborough. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off SportsShoes.com
For this week's podcast we spoke to 3:32 1500m runner, Chris O'Hare. Chris recently announced his retirement from the sport and it was great to chat with him and reflect upon a career that saw him break 4 for the mile 25 times and make multiple GB teams. Enjoy!
For this bonus EP, we reviewed the domestic action from the past weekend. We focussed on the British trials for the World Indoor Championships and the English National Cross Country Championships. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to the Head of Endurance at Loughborough University, Kyle Bennett. Kyle talked to us about how he transitioned into the role after coaching at Oxford University for a number of years, his goals for the future of the programme, and much more. Enjoy!
Joined by EP 3 guest, Jenny Nesbitt, we preview the domestic action for the coming weekend. We chat through the leading entries for the senior men's and women's races at the English National Cross Country Champs at Parliament Hill, as well as the fields for the World Indoor Trials in Birmingham. Enjoy!
With the National Cross Country Champs just round the corner, we had to get 1981 national winner, Julian Goater, on the podcast this week. Julian won the senior men's race by the largest ever winning margin, 1 minute and 55 seconds, and we spoke to him all about the race. Julian talked to us about his preparation going in, the race itself, and what he describes as 'the art of running faster'. Enjoy!
For this bonus EP, we review some of the Brits in action over the past weekend, including Marc Scott's 12:57, Neil Gourley's 3:35, and many more. In terms of meets, we focus on the PUL 5K in Battersea Park and the BU Valentine meet over in the US. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 1:46 800m, and 3:35 1500m man, Neil Gourley. Neil is having a great indoor season this year, having run PB's of 7:48 in the 3K and 13:34 in the 5K already. We chatted with Neil about his plans to compete at as many major champs as possible this year, as well as his recent move to Under Armour, and much more. Enjoy!
For this bonus EP, we preview the elite men's and women's fields for this Friday's PUL 5K in Battersea Park. Leading entires include Jack Rowe, Phil Norman and Mahamed Mahamed for the men, and Charlotte Arter, Lauren Heyes and Hannah Irwin for the women. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
For this week's episode, we spoke to the Chair of UK Athletics, Ian Beattie. Former Chair at Scottish Athletics, Ian spoke to us about the transition to UKA and how he got the role, as well as discussing how UKA functions and what it's key focuses are. Hopefully this pod can help to clear up some of the confusion that surrounds UKA and their role within the sport. Enjoy!
For this bonus EP, we preview the athletics action happening this weekend, as well as chatting through some British performances from the past week. This includes the New Balance Indoor Games, BUCS Cross Country, DNA Athletics, and much more! Enjoy.
This week, we welcomed 4-time World Champion, Hellen Obiri to the podcast. Hellen spoke to us about her recent move to ON Running; including what she likes about the brand and how they're looking after her. We also chatted with Hellen about her illustrious career that's seen her win world titles indoors, outdoors and in cross country. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
This week, we spoke to 'Cottage Relocated' coach, Mark Lloyd. Mark heads up the Cottage group that meets in Battersea Park every Tuesday night and he spoke to us about the nature of the group and the manner in which they train. Groups, such as Cottage, who bring together athletes from a large variety of more traditional athletics clubs, might well be the future of the sport. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to British U20 1500m Champ, Ben Reynolds. It's not often we get to chat with a guest who's currently at the start of their NCAA journey, so it was great to speak with Ben after his first term at the University of Oregon. The 3:46 man talked us through how he ended up at Oregon in the first place, the training he's experienced under coach, Ben Thomas, his goals for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
This week we spoke, we spoke to coach and agent, Dale King-Clutterbuck. Dale coached his partner, Revée Walcott-Nolan, to the Olympic Games in Tokyo, he's a director at Forte Sports Management, and a 3:38 1500m himself from 2015. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to 15:52 5K and 32:33 10K runner, Phily Bowden. As well as chatting to Phily about her success on the track, that's seen her make GB teams and run in the NCAA at the University of Oregon, we also spoke to her about her experiences of disordered eating. This is something that Phily has recently spoken about in an article published in the Telegraph (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/athletics/2021/11/30/confided-had-eating-disorder-told-lose-three-pounds/) and we wanted to help raise some awareness of this further. If you want any more information or resources around disordered eating, please try the attached link (https://red-s.com/athlete/where-find-support/), that Phily recommended to us. We hope you enjoy the episode.
In this special bonus EP, we welcomed EP 31 guest, Kevin Ondrasek, back to the podcast. The three of us had a discussion about how the sport of Athletics makes money. We chatted about the differences between the US and the UK, the impact that this money has on fans and athletes, the ways in which we think the sport could develop further, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to two-time Olympian and Commonwealth Games Bronze medallist, Zane Robertson. Zane's holds PB's of 13:13 in the 5000, 27:33 in the 10,000, and 59:47 in the Half-Marathon. We covered it all on this episode; from Zane, and his twin brother Jake's, move from New Zealand to Kenya aged just 17, to his current training setup, and everything in between. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
This week, we spoke to GB international 1500m runner, Sarah Mcdonald. Sarah holds PB's of 1:59 in the 800 and 4:00 in the 1500, and we spoke to her about her recent move across the pond to join New Balance Boston. Enjoy!
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off at SportsShoes.com
For this bonus episode, we preview tomorrow's European XC Championships! We cover the Senior Men's and Women's races, as well as the U23 age group events. Big thanks to Niki Faulkner (@NikiFaulkner on Twitter) for providing us with some statistics about the start lists - make sure you check out his Twitter thread on the champs.
Use code SUNDAYPLOD10 for 10% off on SportsShoes.com
This week we welcomed 13:46 5000m man, Andy Heyes, to the podcast. Andy's the current chair of the UKA athlete commission and we spoke to him about the importance of this role, as well as his running career to date. Enjoy!
For this bonus episode, we reviewed the European Cross Country Trials that were held in Liverpool on Saturday. We chat through the senior men's and senior women's short course and long course races, as well as the British team that was selected for the event. Enjoy!
For 10% off and free delivery on SportsShoes.com, use code SUNDAYPLOD10 at checkout.
This week, we spoke to Welsh distance runner, Charlotte Arter. Charlotte holds PB’s of 15:26 in the 5K and 31:30 in the 10K, and we spoke to her about it all. From her collegiate career at New Mexico in the NCAA, to her current setup in Cardiff under coach, Chris Jones, and everything in-between. Enjoy!
Kicking off season 2 of the pod, we spoke to Irish athletics journalist, Cathal Dennehy. Cathal recently went out to Kenya to watch Eliud Kipchoge and his training group in action and he talked us through his trip. We cover how they train, their mindset, and much more. If you haven't seen it already, make sure you check out Cathal's twitter feed, where he reports on all sorts of distance running news, including his visit to Kipchoge's camp @Cathal_Dennehy. Enjoy the podcast and make sure you listen out for a discount code for SportsShoes.com!
Season 2 of The Sunday Plodcast, presented by SportsShoes.com, will air on Sunday 21st of November. Enjoy!
For our 50th EP, we spoke to Olympic bronze medallist in the 1500m, Josh Kerr. Josh ran a PB of 3:29 when he picked up his Olympic medal in Tokyo this year, and we talked through his career so far. We covered it all; from his NCAA achievements at New Mexico, to signing for the Brooks Beasts out of college, and then performing on the biggest stage of all this past summer. Enjoy!
For this bonus episode, we discussed some of the distance running news from the past few days. Including, the British Athletics funding announcement, the Great South Run and the Cardiff X Challenge. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to distance coach, Andy Hobdell. Andy has coached multiple athletes to the Olympic Games; including 1500m runner, Andy Baddeley, and more recently, marathoners, Paul Pollock and Kevin Seaward. We spoke about how Andy's coaching has developed over the years, training for a marathon, Baddeley's famous Parkrun WR, and everything in between. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to Commonwealth Games Bronze medallist, 1992 Olympian, and now head coach at the Run Yard, Matt Yates. Matt talked us through his own career as an athlete and his transition into coaching. We also spoke about some current issues in the sport; including agents, sponsorship, selection polices, shoes, and much more. Enjoy!
For this bonus episode, we reviewed Sunday's London Marathon. We cover both the men's and women's races, whilst also discussing the potential British Athletics marathon team for next year's world championships. Enjoy!
One week out from the London Marathon, we spoke to 2:10 man and Team New Balance Manchester athlete, Jonny Mellor. Jonny gave us his perspective ahead of one of the biggest races on the calendar, as well as talking through his career so far, and much more. This was a fascinating episode, as Jonny covered some of the highs and lows of competing at the elite level; including what it was like to miss out on Olympic Selection and how he's bounced back to take on new goals. There's lessons and advice in here for athletes at all levels. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to 1:44 800m man, Jamie Webb. Jamie's a 2-time European indoor medalist and a world championship semi-finalist in the event. We spoke to Jamie about his 2021 track season, his thoughts on the art of 800m running, his plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's episode we've got a two part special! In part 1, Matt and Oli review the 2021 summer track season; covering everything from time trials to the olympics, and everything in between. For part 2 (1:04:39), we were joined by EP 19 guest, James Thie, to get a coaches perspective on the season. JT went out to Tokyo as a British Athletics coach and he shared his experiences from the games, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we welcomed athletics commentator and 1984 Olympian, Tim Hutchings, to the podcast. We spoke to Tim about his own career, broadcasting in athletics, the 2021 season, super shoes, and much more! Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we welcomed Canadian Steeplechaser, Matt Hughes, to the podcast. Matt's got a PB of 8:11 and he finished 6th at the Tokyo Olympics this summer. As well as discussing his newfound passion for West Ham United, Matt told us about his career so far; including growing up in Canada, moving to the US to compete in the NCAA, training in the Bowerman Track Club, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 1:59 800m runner, Ellie Baker. Ellie's based in Brighton with coach, John Bigg, and she finished 4th at the British Olympic Trials in June. We spoke to Ellie about her fantastic 2021 season that's seen her win 10 races and dip under 2 minutes for the first time, along with much more. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we spoke to British Steeplechase record holder, Lizzie Bird. Lizzie talked us through her fabulous 2021 track season; that's seen her break the British record twice and finish 9th at the Olympics. We discussed her training setup, chasing the Olympic standard, the Games itself, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we spoke to two-time Olympian and 1:43 800m runner, Elliot Giles. Elliot told us about his experiences in Rio and Tokyo, his training setup with coach, John Bigg, his attitude towards racing, and much more. Enjoy!
For the last EP of our Tokyo Bonus series, we welcomed 2:13 marathoner, Josh Griffiths, back to the podcast. We reviewed the last race of the Tokyo Olympics, the men's marathon. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we review the Tokyo Olympic Games. We discuss your winner predictions, the best of the British performances, our overall thoughts on the games, and much more. Enjoy!
On day 9 in Tokyo, we sat down with EP 3 guest, Jenny Nesbitt, to discuss the distance action. We covered the men's 1500m final, the women's 10,000m final and the women's marathon.
On day 8 in Tokyo, we caught up with EP 17 guest, and 13:35 5000m man, Jack Rowe. We discussed the men's 5000m final and the women's 1500m final. Enjoy!
On day 7 in Tokyo, we review the men's 1500m semi-finals, where we saw three Brits make the Olympic final. Enjoy!
Joined by Tokyo Olympian and EP 6 guest, Zak Seddon, we reviewed day 6 of the athletics at the Tokyo games. We cover the women's 3000mSC final, the women's 1500m semi-finals and the men's 800m final. Enjoy!
For our day 5 recap at the Olympics, we caught up with EP 13 guest and 3:34 1500m man, James West. The three us reviewed the women's 800m final, the men's 1500m heats and the men's 5000m heats. Enjoy!
Day 4 review of the distance events at the Tokyo Olympics. We recap the women's 5000m final, the men's 3000mSC final and the women's 1500m heats. Enjoy!
In our day 3 recap, we discuss the men's 800m semi-finals and the women's 3000mSC heats at the Tokyo Olympics. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to GB 800m runner, Adelle Tracey. Adelle has a PB of 1:59 and she's a European finalist and World Championship semi-finalist. We spoke about her career so far; including working with her coach, Craig Winrow, her 2021 season, her plans for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
On day 2 of the Athletics at the Tokyo Olympics, we bring your reviews of the women's 800m semi-finals and the men's 800m heats. Enjoy!
For this bonus episode, we review day 1 of the distance events at the Tokyo Olympics. We cover the men's 10,000m final, the women's 5000m heats, the women's 800m heats and the men's 3000mSC heats. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we welcomed European Indoor Bronze Medallist, Verity Ockenden, to the podcast. We spoke to the 15:03 5K, and 31:43 10K, runner about all things running. Verity talked us through her career so far; how she got into running, competing in the NCAA at Lamar University, her 2021 season, and much more. Enjoy!
Not long to go now until the Athletics kicks off at the Tokyo Olympics! We're going to bring you daily content about all the distance events throughout the Games. Keep your eyes peeled for our first episode in the series, airing on July 30th.
This week, we welcomed the Tokyo-bound, Jake Heyward, to the podcast. Jake holds personal bests of 3:33 in the 1500 and 3:52 in the Mile and he spoke to us about life at Oregon Track Club, his preparation for the Olympic Games, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we spoke to the Head of Athletics at Leeds Beckett University, Andy Henderson. Andy works with a vast group of top distance runners up in Leeds (including former plodcast guests, Alex Bell and Phil Sesemann) and he told us about how he got into coaching, how his group has evolved in recent years, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 2016 Olympian, Andy Butchart. Andy has a PB of 13:06 in the 5000m and has just booked his spot on his 2nd GB Olympic team. We spoke to Butchy about his career so far, his goals for the rest of the season, and much more. Enjoy!
For this week's episode, we welcomed GB 800m runner, Lynsey Sharp, to the podcast. Lynsey's a two-time Olympian with a PB of 1:57 and we spoke to her about her career so far; that includes making multiple major championship finals and picking up Commonwealth and European medals along the way. Lynsey talked us through her experiences on the elite distance running circuit, and much more. Enjoy!
With the British Olympic Trials coming up next weekend, we welcomed Mark Hookway and Niki Faulkner to the podcast; to discuss our picks for the top spots at the trials! After some debate, we managed to agree upon some winners for each of the distance events and, hopefully, this will help you with your own picks for our trials prediction contest. If you want to be in with a chance of winning a £100 cash prize, as well as a pair of New Balance Fuel Cell RC Elite V2 running shoes (provided to us by SportsShoes.com), head over to our Instagram (@sundayplodcast) for full details.
For this week's episode, we spoke to Kevin Ondrasek from Thunder Road Running. Kevin is a US-based distance running coach who ran a 3:41 1500 before transitioning into coaching at numerous NCAA universities. These include Florida State, Oklahoma and Texas A&M. Kevin talked about what life is like for collegiate athletes in the NCAA, as well as some of the unique challenges that coaches face when working in the US collegiate system. Enjoy!
For this bonus episode, we were joined by professional sports broadcaster, Tom Gayle. Tom was part of the commentary team for the British Athletics Olympic 10,000m Trials and the three of us discuss the trials meet. We talk through both the men's and the women's races, that saw Marc Scott, Eilish McColgan and Jess Judd book their spots on the plane to Tokyo. Enjoy!
For our 30th episode, we welcomed Tom Mortimer to the podcast. Tom has been in fine form so far this year; winning all his races on British soil and running PB’s of 3:42 in the 1500 and 13:28 in the 5000 in the process. Currently running at Loughborough University under Chris and Sonia McGeorge, Tom told us about his current training setup, his plans for the rest of the season, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to US-based Brit, Patrick Dever. Currently studying at Tulsa university, Paddy talked us through life in the NCAA and the type of training that's led to his recent PB's of 13:28 in the 5K and 28:28 in the 10k. Enjoy!
For this week's podcast, we welcomed Olympian and Scottish Marathon record holder, Steph Twell. We spoke to Steph about her career so far, including making the Olympic team aged just 18 in 2008, her current training setup, her plans for this summer's Olympic Games in Tokyo, and much more. Enjoy!
On this week's episode, we spoke to Aldershot and St Mary's distance running coach, Mick Woods. Mick talked us through his coaching career since he started in 1986; sharing stories about some of the world class athletes he has produced over the years. We also discussed the importance of cross country training and racing for the development of distance runners, and how we see the discipline moving forward in the next few years. Enjoy!
On this week's episode, we spoke to GB distance runner, Phil Sesemann. After a breakthrough start to 2021, where he made the GB team for the European Indoor Championships, Phil is looking for some fast times over the 5,000m and 10,000m this summer. We spoke about some of his upcoming races, his training setup in Leeds, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to Olympic Marathon Trials winner, and 2012 Olympian, Chris Thompson. Chris talked us through the trials race from his perspective; reliving the calmness that he felt as he ran the race and the passion and emotion that poured out when he crossed the line. We also discussed Chris' lengthy career up to this point and what it takes to survive in the sport for so long. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 2:27 marathoner, Steph Davis. After winning the British Olympic Marathon Trials last month, Steph has booked her place on the plane to Tokyo for this summer's Olympic Games. Steph told us about the trials from her perspective, her training leading into the race, her plans for this summer, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we welcomed 2:20 Marathoner, Anthropologist and Author, Michael Crawley, to the podcast. Michael spoke to us about his book, 'Out of Thin Air', that details his 15-month stay in Ethiopia; where he lived and trained amongst some world class marathon runners. We talked about all aspects of Ethiopian running culture, including their training, their diet, and much more. Enjoy!
On this week's episode, we spoke to Podium 5K race organiser, Chris Barnes. After seeing some lightning fast times at the latest edition of the event last weekend, Podium has come under a lot of scrutiny in the world of athletics over the past week. We sat down with Chris to discuss some of the questions people have been asking, the impact that this has had on him, and what it might mean for the future of Podium 5K. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to 1:59 800m runner, Alex Bell, and her fiancé/training partner Josh Norman. In part 1, Alex told us about her career so far, the depth of talent in British 800m running right now, and much more. In part 2, Josh spoke to us about his work as a trader for a betting company and we discussed the potential for the introduction of gambling into domestic athletics in the UK. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to GB Half-Marathon runner, Jake Smith. With a personal best of 60:31, Jake is the 3rd fastest brit in history over the distance. We spoke to Jake about pacing the Olympic Marathon Trials and his plans for his own debut in the future, his running progression since joining his coach, James Thie, at Cardiff Met Uni, and much more. Enjoy!
On this bonus episode, we preview the upcoming British Marathon Trials for the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games. Joined by race director, Tom Bedford, we discuss the challenges of putting on such an event, the excitement surrounding the race itself, where you can watch the live stream, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to the Director of Athletics at Cardiff Metropolitan University, James Thie. A stellar athlete in his own right, James made World, European and Commonwealth Games finals over 1500m before transitioning into coaching. We spoke to James about being self-coached for much of his own career, how he transitioned into coaching others, the challenges of coaching during a pandemic, and much more. Enjoy!
On this week's episode, we spoke to 1983 London Marathon winner, Mike Gratton. With a winning time of 2:09, Mike is still ranked as one of the top Brits in history over the marathon distance. Mike talked to us about his training leading up to London, how the sport has progressed since his career (yes, another shoe chat), and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to GB 5000m runner, Jack Rowe. Jack has had a breakthrough indoor season this year; winning the UK trials in the 3K and then making the final at the European championships. Jack told us about his career so far, including competing for Aldershot as a junior and heading to the US and racing in the NCAA system as a postgrad. Enjoy!
On this week's episode of The Sunday Plodcast, we spoke to Irish international distance runner, Sean Tobin. Sean had a breakthrough year in 2020 and we spoke to him about his career so far, his current training setup with the Dublin Track Club, and much more. Enjoy!
On this week's episode, we spoke to GB and Hoka distance runner, Jess Judd. Jess told us about her transition from a fantastic junior into a world class senior, what her current training setup looks like, her plans for 2021, and much more. Enjoy!
On this week's episode, we spoke to former international steeplechaser, and current Head of Athletics at the University of Birmingham, Luke Gunn. Luke talked about how he transitioned from athlete to coach, how the training setup at Birmingham has progressed in recent years, and much more. Enjoy!
On this week's episode, we spoke to Great Britain and University of Oregon 1500m man, James West. James told us about his running career so far; including his transition from a successful junior to a world class senior, the experience he's gained in the NCAA, and how he's preparing to make sure he's representing GB at the Tokyo Olympics.
On this bonus episode, Matt and Oli talk through some of the race results from the past weekend. They cover indoor races involving British athletes who raced over 800 and 3000; including Keely Hodgkinson's 1:59 and Andy Butchart's 7:40. They also announce the special guest for this week's Sunday Plodcast. Enjoy!
On this week's episode, we spoke to Team New Balance Manchester Coach, Steve Vernon. We spoke to Steve about how he got into coaching, what it's like to work with one of the top groups in the UK, and much more. Enjoy!
On this episode, we spoke to British Indoor and Outdoor 1500m Champion, George Mills. George told us about his training camp in Dubai, training with the Phoenix Track Club, and his plans for 2021. Enjoy!
For our 10th episode, we spoke to Bowerman Track Club's, Marc Scott. We spoke to Marc about his fantastic year in 2020, his experiences training with the guys at BTC, and his plans for the 2021 Olympics. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to TAC distance coach, Mark Hookway. Mark is our first guest coach on The Sunday Plodcast and we spoke to him about how he got into coaching, his evolving role at TAC, and how distance running in the UK could improve on a broader scale. Enjoy!
On this episode, Oli and Matt give you their predictions for the 2021 Olympics. They cover all the distance events from the 800m up, on both the men's and the women's side. Enjoy!
On this episode, Matt and Oli review the 2020 athletics season. In part 1, they discuss some recent race results and the overall nature of racing during this calendar year. Then, in part 2, they chat about their own highlights of the year; including best performances, best shoes, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to World and European Championship finalist steeplechaser, Zak Seddon. With a PB of 8:21, Zak is the fastest Brit since 1991. We spoke to Zak about his illustrious junior career, his decision to attend Florida State University and compete in the NCAA, and his plans for Tokyo 2021. Enjoy!
In part 1 of this episode, we discussed some recent race results; including the Valencia Half-Marathon and 'The Track Meet' in California. Then, in part 2, we spoke to GB distance star, Jake Wightman. Jake reflected on his 2020 season, including his blistering 3:29 1500m PB in Monaco. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to Sub 4 Miler and Euro XC medallist, Tom Marshall. Tom gave a really open and honest account about both, the highs and the lows, of elite distance running. We talked about balancing full-time work with training, coming back from injury, stepping up from the 1500 to the 5K, and representing Wales at the Commonwealth Games. Enjoy!
In this third episode, we spoke to Hoka athlete, Jenny Nesbitt. Jenny has represented Wales and Great Britain on countless occasions; on the track, road, and cross country. Jenny spoke to us about her career so far, her plans for the future, the upcoming UK Olympic Marathon trials, and much more. Enjoy!
This week, we spoke to up and coming GB Junior and University of Wisconsin runner, Jack Meijer. We talked about his great performance at last weekend's 'Meet of Champions', training and racing in the NCAA, along with his goals for the future, and much more. Enjoy!
On this episode, we spoke to 2:13 Marathoner; Josh Griffiths. We talked about THAT London Marathon, Carbon shoes and Coaching, amongst other things. Enjoy!