Episode Summary:

Season 4 kicks off with a twist—the mic has been turned round again and I take to the hot seat to share my epic journey through the 13 Valleys Ultra, one of the toughest trail races in the UK. Interviewed by previous guest (S1E14) and friend of the show David Clarke, this episode dives deep into the preparation, mindset, and raw experience of tackling nearly 120 miles and 24000 feet across the Lake District.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• What is the 13 Valleys Ultra?
• A breakdown of the event format, distances, and why it’s more than just a race.
• Why take on this challenge?
• Motivation and what makes this race harder than anything he’s done before.
• Training for the impossible:
• Shifting my approach—more hills, less speed—and why muscular endurance mattered.
• Logistics & strategy:
• From campervan accommodation to nutrition planning and kit essentials.
• Highs and lows on the trail:
• The moments that made me smile (and nearly cry), and how he managed the mental battles.
• Crossing the finish line:
• The emotion, the lessons, and what’s next —both on the trails and on the podcast.

Key Takeaways:

• Why rate of perceived exertion (RPE) beats pace for ultra pacing.
• The importance of mental resilience and self-talk in ultra running.
• How to train your gut for long races and avoid GI issues.
• Why preparation is everything—even when the kit list feels like a holiday packing list.

Links & Resources:

• 👉 Like, follow, and rate the show—it really helps us reach more listeners!
• Looking for a running coach? Check out my coaching page: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach/
• Learn more about the 13 Valleys Ultra @13valleysultra

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This is a bit of a do-over - last episode I managed to muck up the audio - doh.

In this solo episode, I take you behind the scenes of my own training in the lead-up to my next race, the 13 Valleys ultra which as this launched,In this solo episode, I take you behind the scenes of my training as I prepare for my next race, the 13 Valleys ultra, which, as this episode launches, is just two weeks away.

I'll be honest — it hasn't been the smoothest lead-up. I've been dealing with confidence dips, carrying a bit of extra weight, and managing the added stress of personal challenges. But through it all, I've kept training, and that's the story I want to share today. I hope it can help some of you who might be feeling a bit off at the moment.

In this episode, I discuss:

- What my training has actually looked like over the past few months.

- How self-doubt and weight gain have affected my mindset.

- The impact of stress and life challenges outside of running.

- Psychological theories and tools that can help reframe these struggles.

- Practical takeaways you can use if you're experiencing something similar.

This episode is about showing up even when things aren't perfect and finding ways to keep moving forward.

If you'd like to work with me as a coach, you can find me here: David Taylor – Team RunRun Coach. I would love to support you on your own running journey.

And if you've been enjoying the West Coast Ultra Podcast, it would mean a lot if you could take a moment to rate and review the show. Your feedback really helps more people discover the podcast and join our community of trail and ultra runners.

Thanks for listening, and I hope you take something valuable away from this episode.

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I’ll be honest — it hasn’t been the smoothest build-up. I’ve been dealing with confidence dips, carrying a bit of extra weight, and managing the added stress of personal challenges. But through it all, I’ve kept training, and that’s the story I want to share today and hopefully help some of you that are just a bit meh at the moment.

I talk about:

• What my training has actually looked like in the past few months.
• How self-doubt and weight gain have impacted my mindset.
• The role of stress and life challenges outside of running.
• Psychological theories and tools that can help reframe these struggles.
• Practical takeaways you can use if you’re going through something similar.

This episode is about showing up even when things aren’t perfect and finding ways to keep moving forward.

If you’d like to work with me as a coach, you can find me here: David Taylor – Team RunRun Coach. I’d love to support you on your own running journey.

And if you’ve been enjoying the West Coast Ultra Podcast, it would mean a lot if you could take a moment to rate and review the show. It really helps more people find the podcast and join our community of trail and ultra runners.

Thanks for listening, and I hope you take something valuable away from this episode.

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🎙️ West Coast Ultra – Episode: ADHD, Fueling, Gear, Recovery & Cadence in Trail Running

I asked a number of athletes that I coach what they would like to hear more about and here are the topics of most interest:

• 🧠 Neurodiversity & ADHD in running – what ADHD actually is, what the science says about exercise and focus, and insights from Dr. Josie Perry on how to coach athletes with ADHD effectively.
• 🎒 Gear that works for you – why comfort, fit, and context matter more than hype.
• 🏔️ Running with poles – when they’re worth it and key technique tips.
• 😴 Recovery & Sleep – why your biggest performance gains come during rest, backed by science.
• 👟 Cadence & Running Form – busting the “180 steps per minute” myth and showing how elites like Jim Walmsley succeed with much lower cadence.

💡 Whether you’re training for your first ultra or refining your trail efficiency, this episode packs science, coaching insights, and practical tips into one trail-ready toolkit.

👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and rate the show—it helps more trail runners discover the podcast.

And if you’re looking for a coach then why not get in touch and see how I can help you. You can find me at: 🔗 David Taylor Coaching – Team RunRun

🎧 Thanks for listening, and I’ll see you out on the trails!

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🎙️ West Coast Ultra Podcast – Episode Title: Mindset, Mountains & UTMB with Andy Berry

Host: David Taylor

Guest: Andy Berry – ultrarunner, fell running standout, and Bob Graham Round challenger

🧭 Episode Overview

In this episode, I catch up with Andy Berry — who you might remember from Season 2, Episode 8 — to dive into his recent Bob Graham Round attempt, his mindset as a mountain athlete, and how he’s preparing for one of the biggest races in the ultra world: UTMB. From local grit to global competition, Andy opens up about his training, mental resilience, and what keeps him pushing forward.

🗂️ What I Talked About with Andy:

Segment 1: Getting to Know Andy

I asked Andy to share how he got into mountain and ultra running, and we explored some of the key moments that shaped his journey.

Segment 2: The Bob Graham Round

We talked about what makes the Bob Graham Round so legendary, what Andy learned from his recent attempt, and how it compares to global races like UTMB.

Segment 3: All Eyes on UTMB

Andy told me why UTMB is his next big goal, how his training has evolved, and what strategies he’s using to tackle altitude, climbs, and fierce competition.

Segment 4: Mindset & Momentum

We explored how Andy stays motivated through tough training blocks, the mental tools he uses on race day, and what might be next after UTMB.

Segment 5: Quickfire Round

I wrapped up with some rapid-fire questions:

• Favourite post-run meal
• Go-to gear
• Dream race
• Underrated training tip
• Favourite mountain or hill
• UTMB soundtrack pick
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🔗 Links & Resources

• My Coaching Profile: https://teamrunrun.com/find-a-running-coach/?fwp_keyword_search=david%20taylor
• Follow me: @davidultrarunner
• Follow Andy: @fiorberry or his coaching account @andyberrycoaching
• Andy's BGR Record attempt blog post: https://www.inov8.com/blog/post/andy-berry-bob-graham-round?srsltid=AfmBOooBL3Fs4_wBl_3h7C7EDxwVsxJUWxk2rdLkvS84aJIf8Hirj6as

🙌 Thanks for Listening!

If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and leave a review — it helps others find the show. Catch you next time on the trails!

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🎙️ West Coast Ultra Podcast – S3 E17

Breaking Limits with Scott Brown: The Double West Highland Way Record

In this episode of the West Coast Ultra Podcast, I sit down with returning guest and friend of the show Scott Brown, who recently made ultra-running history by completing a double traverse of the West Highland Way — and setting a new record while doing it.

Scott was last on the podcast back in Season 2 (Episode 4), and I’m thrilled to have him back to take us deep into the physical, mental, and emotional journey behind this epic effort on one of the UKs most stunning trails.

We chat about:

• His deep connection with the West Highland Way
• How the idea for the double WHW came to life
• What training, logistics, and crew support looked like
• How he dealt with the lowest moments and unexpected challenges
• What this experience taught him about resilience, purpose, and recovery
• Scott’s humility and mindset are incredible, and this one will definitely inspire anyone pushing toward their own limits.

🎧 Listen & Subscribe:

• 👉 Listen on Acast
• 👉 Listen on Apple Podcasts
• 👉 Listen on Spotify

🏃‍♂️ Work With Me

Alongside hosting this podcast, I’m also a running coach with Team RunRun. If you’re looking for support with your training — whether it’s your first ultra or a big personal goal — I’d love to help you get there.

👉 Check out my coaching profile

📲 Let’s Connect

• Follow me on Instagram: @davidultrarunner
• Follow Scott: @sbf_scottbrown

💬 Help Support the Show

If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean the world if you could:

✅ Like the episode

✅ Leave a review

✅ Subscribe to the West Coast Ultra Podcast

Your support helps more people find the show and keeps these conversations going!

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🏃‍♂️ Episode Summary

In this solo episode, I dive into one of the most important but overlooked aspects of ultramarathon training: the difference between meaningful challenge and pointless suffering.

Inspired by the Excellence, Actually podcast episode “The Art of Doing Hard Things”, this show explores how we can train smarter—not just harder—by avoiding “Zombie Burnout,” reframing our approach to stress, and aligning our effort with purpose.

I also break down what this looks like inside a 12–16 week ultramarathon training block, and the biggest mistakes I see runners make when chasing big goals.

🧠 What You’ll Learn

• Why “hard” doesn’t always mean “helpful” in endurance training
• How to recognise and avoid Zombie Burnout
• A breakdown of a realistic and purposeful ultra training cycle
• Common traps runners fall into (comparison, overtraining, under-recovering)
• How to build a long-term mindset that supports both performance and joy

📌 Episode Segments

1. Training with Purpose, Not Just Pain
2. Ask better questions. Train with intent. Stop following hype.
3. Avoiding Zombie Burnout
4. How to recognise when you’ve lost the emotional connection to your training—and how to reset.
5. Applying the Excellence Framework in Your Training Plan
6. A step-by-step look at what a meaningful 12–16 week ultra plan should actually look like.
7. Common Pitfalls to Watch For
8. Mistakes I’ve made—and you can avoid—to stay healthy, consistent, and motivated.
9. Coaching & Community
10. Details on my 1:1 run coaching and how to get in touch.

🔗 Connect & Coaching

Instagram: @davidultrarunner

1:1 Coaching Enquiries:

👉 David Taylor – Glasgow Running Coach | Team RunRun

If you’re working toward a big ultra or need help avoiding burnout while still pushing your limits, I’d love to work with you.

🙌 Support the Show

If this episode hit home for you:

• Share it with a friend or your running group
• Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
• Follow or subscribe so you never miss what’s next

🎧 Next Episode Teaser

Next week, I’ll be back to the usual interview format with a previous guest and friend of the show that's just smashed a long standing FKT so stay tuned and keep those legs—and your mindset—moving forward.

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Going solo again and in this double-header episode of the West Coast Ultra Podcast, I dive into two hot (pun intended) topics iwhere i look at two of the most misunderstood—and underused—tools in ultramarathon training: heat adaptation and speed training.

Whether you're lining up for a summer ultra, training through a heatwave, or wondering why short fast intervals can help you go longer, this episode breaks down the science and the strategy behind both.

The aim is to provide some discussion on these topics and hopefully arm you with some ideas and tips to tanslate to your training.

What You'll Learn:

• Why heat training boosts endurance, plasma volume, and cooling efficiency
• How to acclimate using saunas, hot runs, or post-run baths
• Hydration mistakes to avoid in hot weather
• How speed training improves running economy, fatigue resistance & neuromuscular sharpness
• Practical workouts: strides, hill sprints, fartleks & tempo runs
• How to balance speed with ultra endurance

Connect with David:

📸 Instagram: @davidultrarunner

🏃‍♂️ Coaching & Plans: David Taylor – Glasgow Running Coach on Team RunRun

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🧭 Episode Summary

In this solo episode, I delve into the quieter, often unspoken side of ultrarunning: what happens when motivation fades?

No injuries. No illness. Just a deep, unsettling disinterest in running. Right in the middle of peak racing season, this conversation is for anyone who's ever felt burnt out, disconnected, or unsure of their "why."

🗣️ What You'll Hear

• Why motivation fades — and why it’s normal
• The emotional and physiological toll of training overload
• Life stress and post-race blues
• Losing your “why” and identity as a runner
• Personal reflections from my own journey
• Signs you might be in a slump
• What helps (and what doesn’t) when the spark disappears
• The science behind sustainable motivation

🧠 Key Takeaways

✅ Give yourself permission to pause

✅ Move without pressure or metrics

✅ Reframe your identity beyond running

✅ Talk to someone — vulnerability builds resilience

✅ Focus on intrinsic goals like joy, solitude, and connection to nature

❌ Don’t force it

❌ Avoid signing up for races out of guilt

❌ Stop comparing yourself to your past self

🔗 Resources & Mentions

• Self-Determination Theory in sport psychology
• David’s reflections post-US 100 - Episodes 11 and 12
• Previous episodes on post-race recovery and identity

📬 Connect with David

If this episode resonated with you, David would love to hear your story.

📸 Instagram: @davidultrarunner

💬 Share your burnout experience or how you found your way back

🙌 Support the Show

If this episode helped you, consider:

⭐ Leaving a review

📤 Sharing it with a friend

📩 Sending it to your past self as a reminder

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This week, we will go back to the normal format with an interview with one of the local legends in Ayrshire.

Many of you will know Bert through the Fit Ayrshire Masses, but on this week's episode, we talk about:

• His fitness journey and early C25K ''ing'
• Realising that you don't have to run fast all the time and using running as a way of managing to lose over 6 stone
• Finding out what types of races and events he likes most
• Discovering the world of ultrarunning and, like many of u,s popping his ultra cherry on Run the Blades 50k
• Becoming a more confident runner and tweaking what he was doing through coaching
• Completing his biggest challenge to date - the Wall 70-mile ultramarathon
• and much more

Let's Connect/links

• You can follow Bert on Instagram here: @bert_runs.lifts.life_
• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want me to coach you?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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Something a little bit different this week, where I am joined by not one, not two, but three guests.

I am joined by a previous guest of the show, Scott (S1 E6) and our crew for the Ultra Scotland 100, George and Michael.

Both George and Michael are also fresh off crewing duties from the West Highland Way Race, just two weeks after crewing Scott and I on the Scotland 100.

I have been crewed by all the guys so it was super interesting to hear what it is like being a crew member - and you also get to hear what it was like crewing on the Scotlans 100.

We talk about:

• Their background
• How did they prepare for the race
• What the experience was like on race day
• Some insights and reflections
• Advice if you are looking to crew, or looking to get a crew

Let's Connect/links

• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want me to coach you?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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Mixing things up a bit this week where we have previous guest and friend of the show Kayleigh interview me about my time on the Southern Upland Way completing GB Ultras Ultra Scotland 100 Race.

This race covers 104 miles of the National Trails and around 18 thousand feet of climbing

We talk about:

• Some of my background in running and what led me here
• Preparations for the race and what specific training I did to get myself ready
• How the race panned out (TL;DR went well, then didn't)
• What's up next?

Let's Connect/links

• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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This week, we have another local legend, Catherine Armour.

Catherine is an inspiration to many people in the local running and fitness community.

Hear her story about where we talk about:

• How she used running and fitness to deal with a difficult change in her life
• Her couch to 5k journey
• Realising she could do more - and the going and doing it
• It's not been plain sailing all the way - hear how she overcame obstacles and challenges
• What she gets from running and how she uses the sport in a way that is right for her

Let's Connect/links

• You can connect with Catherine on Instagram @carmour1983
• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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I am back on the West Coast again this week, and I am joined by Alan Young, now the proud holder of the Kintyre Way Fastest Known Time (FKT).

We talk about his latest adventure, but of course, there is much more:

• Initial forays into running, going from 10k to a (trail) marathon
• Finding what events work for him
• Deciding to get a bit more serious and join a running club, and get a coach
• Winning and podiuming at races
• His adventure on the Kintyre Way

Let's Connect/links

• You can connect with Allan on Instagram @allanyoung11
• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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This week, I am joined by ultra running legend Damian Hall a man who for many needs no introduction.

He is one of the people whose stories are responsible for getting me hooked on the sport - his first book 'in it for the long run' is simply ace.

Fresh off winning (and setting a new course record) at the 300km Northern Traverse at the beginning of April, Damian joined me and we talked about:

• His meteoric rise, from giving a half marathon a bash at age 36 to representing Team GB within four years
• Getting caught by the ultra bug and the lure of adventure
• Winning races and breaking records
• His favourite foods (obviously :))
• Activism around climate change and access to the sport
• and a whole lot more

Let's Connect/links

• You can connect with Damian on Instagram @ultra_damo
• We also talked about The Green Runners on Instagram @the.green.runners and the web https://thegreenrunners.com/
• into Ultra on Instagram: @intoultra and on the web https://intoultra.org.uk/home
• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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This week, we were joined by a previous guest and friend of the show, Jo Findlayson.

Jo joined the podcast waaaaaay back in Season 1, Episode 7, but a lot has happened since then.

Jo started working with me at the turn of the year and has been putting in the work, in both training and races, with a big test coming in the recent Devil o' the Highlands Footrace.

Instead of doing a 'normal' debrief, we thought, why not share it, so here we are.

We talk about:

1. What on earth is the Devil o' the highlands Footrace (for those that don't already know)
2. What Jo's experience of training has been like since she started working with me
3. What my approach has been
4. How her race day unfolded

Let's Connect

• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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Hello everyone, and that is me back to normality again with a big block of training in front of me till the Ultra Scotland 100 at the beginning of June.

No guest this week, but don't let that put you off, as I muse about some topics:

1. Training while on holiday
2. The new kit I have bought
3. Thoughts on failure
4. A study on protein intake guidelines (Study link here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-025-02203-8 )
5. What is a taper, and how should you go about it for your next big race

Let's Connect

• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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Back to Ayrshire this week for a conversation with Jason McGinn.

You will have heard about him and some of the adventures and charity challenges that he has done in a previous episode with Ricky (S3E3) and now we hear from the man himself.

• The early days, from football to Mauy Thai to running in lockdown
• Connecting with charities and setting big challenges and having big days (and weeks) out with friends
• Finding what worked for him by trial and error
• His work with the mental health charity Back Onside
• What he looks for when seeking adventure
• and much much more

The Hot Takes:

1. Get in with the right crown, they will help support and lift you up
2. Connect with something bigger than yourself
3. The power of impermanance, nothing will last forever...and that is a good thing

Let's Connect

• You can follow Jason on Instagram @j20mgn and if you want to know more about Back Onside then you can catch them on Instagram @backonside or at their website https://backonside.com/
• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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This podcast is all about sharing stories from grand adventures to the triumphs (and struggles) of normal people being able to do amazing things and running ultras.

Summit Fever Media is all about sharing peoples stories - some of the most inspiring and downright cool documentaries has been produced by them so jin me as I talk to Matt and Ellie Green about their journey from starting the company through to ts current form.

We talked about:

• Where the idea for starting Summit Fever Media came from
• How the company pivoted and focused through COVID to its core value of storytelling
• Matt and Ellie's favourite adventure
• Sustainability and what they think about when filming
• and much much more

The Hot Takes:

1. You aren't going to get the opportunities if you don't put yourself out there
2. It's all about the stories and finding a connection with the characters
3. How to think about being more sustainable without having to be perfect

Let's Connect

• You can follow Summit Fever Media on Instagram here: @sfm_films - for Matt: @mattgreen_sfm - for Ellie: @elliegreen@sfmedia
• Their fab website, where you can look at all their projects, is here: https://www.summitfevermedia.com/
• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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You asked and I delivered. A number of you have mentioned to me that Ricky would be a great guest and you were absolutely right.

Known for wearing a pick wig during races (more about that story in the episode) he has done so much more and has a fascinating story to tell. Here are some of the things we spoke about:

• The early days in fitness, from boxing to Muay Thai
• How he found his way into running, from parkrun to BootCamp to longer events
• He uses running as a way of having adventures with different people
• The support and encouragement that he gives to others - very inspirational
• Of course, where the pink wigs came from comes into the conversation

The Hot Takes:

1. How to use running to find your tribe
2. Don't take it too seriously - it is all about having fun!
3. Create boundaries so that you can give your best to the things that matter

Let's Connect

• You can follow Ricky on Instagram @x3rkw and of course you will be able to see his awesome adventure pictures on the FADs and FAMs pages too
• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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During my Tea Round a couple of weeks ago I bumped into this rather chatty lady at the top of Robinson (pretty sure she was trying to beat us to the top). We then had a fun conversation about quite a few things - voom bars, poles and some of the hills we were going to climb that day (sorry it was in the lakes - Fells)

It was a little while later that I realised I had been talking to a bit of a lakes legend and someone I had heard about in various online groups, including a poles course the day after the Tea Round.

Join me as I have a fun and energy-filled conversation with Nicky where we talk about:

• How she moved from the corporate life to a calling in the fells
• The way that she built her business around an outdoor lifestyle
• The fun challenges that she has planned over the next couple of years and so much more
• Here are the discount codes we talked about:
• For 20% off Silva: HIKING-HIGHS-SILVA-20
• For 20% off Voom (my fave) HIKING-HIGHS-VOOM-20
• For Leki: 10%, but you will need to contact Nicky, and she will sort you out and offer lots of advice on sizing, fit, etc.

The Hot Takes:

1. Are you just going through the motions in life, doing what you (and others) think you should do rather than what you want (or need) to do?
2. Take a minute and pause to see where you get your energy from
3. How can we be more present and 'at one' with the outdoors and nature - not as hippy/woowoo as it might sound

Let's Connect

• You can follow Nicky on Instagram at @hiking_highs or on the website https://hikinghighs.co.uk/
• The Patterdale Parish Boundary race link that we talk about is here: https://hikinghighs.co.uk/events/parish-boundary/ - it is extremely good value for money too
• If for some reason you aren't already following me on Instagram, then you'll find me here: @davidultrarunner
• Like, subscribe, and rate the show so you don't miss an episode (and it would make me happy)

Do you want to work with me?

Get in touch and see how I can help either here or by using the link in my bio: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach

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