The Albon Way
Episodes
Recovery After an Ultra: Why Racing Too Often Is Holding You Back
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How long should you really take to recover after an ultra, and how soon is too soon to race again?After TGC, we share our own recovery process and why...
What It Took to Win Transgrancanaria Classic
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A raw post-race debrief from Transgrancanaria Classic,recorded from the couch while still wrecked. Henriette and Jon unpack what it took to win: midni...
The Habits That Help Us Get More From Our Training + Training Camp Reflections
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in for a training update as Transgrancanaria Classic approaches in less than three weeks.We reflect on our separate training camp experiences, be...
Training Camp Decisions, Community Q&A, and Why Good Strava Data Matters
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Henriette and Jon check in from sunny Gran Canaria, where they’ve swapped icy winter training for warm, mountainous trails five weeks out from race ...
How (Not) to Plan Your Trail Running Season
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Henriette and Jon unpack how (not) to plan a trail running season, and why you can’t just string together random races and hope for the best. With b...
Why January Is the Most Dangerous Training Month
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join the Albons as they dive into the challenges and triumphs of starting a new year with fresh goals and renewed energy. In this episode, Jon and Hen...
Trail Running Mistakes We Wish We Knew Sooner (And How to Avoid Them)
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From load-management issues and toenail fungus to downhill DOMS, dodgy ankles and under-fuelled training sessions...this episode breaks down the trail...
Our Approach to Winter Running: Staying Motivated When It’s Dark & Cold
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s November...and yes, winter running has hit us hard. In this episode, Henriette and Jon Albon casually chat how to stay motivated and consistent...
Balancing Your Training Plan with the Joy of Trail Running
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, Henriette and Jon share how to follow a trail running training plan without losing the joy and freedom that make the...
The Norwegian Method Explained: Lessons for Trail and Ultra Runners
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What exactly is the Norwegian method? In this episode of The Albon Way, Henriette and Jon unpack the training philosophy behind Norway’s rise in end...
From Drop Bags to Finish Lines: Jon’s Ultra Pirineu Debrief
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette catches up with Jon for a full debrief of his recent Ultra Pirineu adventure. From chaotic drop bags to picture-perfect pac...
End of Season, Strava Secrets & One Last Ultra
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The sun is out, the season’s winding down, and Jon is heading into Ultra Pirineu 100k with more questions than answers. Can built-up fitness from UT...
Trail Running, Exposed — Busting the Myths
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the myths that shape how we think about trail running. Do carbon shoes really make you faster? Do you always need to tra...
Jon’s UTMB: From Lead Pack to DNF
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jon breaks down his stormy UTMB: from an solid start and early lead to brutal rain/snow, frozen hands, fueling woes, and sharp knee pain that forced a...
Race Ready or Not? Lessons from UTMB Prep
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Henriette and Jon Albon catch up on their final weeks of training ahead of UTMB before diving into the bigger question: what does it actually mean to ...
Your Trail Running Questions Answered: Roads, Vert, HR Drift + More | Episode 26
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Albon Way, Jon and Henriette answer trail running questions from the community. They talk about balancing road and trail traini...
What’s Up and What’s Next (UTMB Edition) | Episode 25
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a month-long pause, Henriette and Jon are back to share where they’ve been, how training has gone lately, and what’s ahead as they shift int...
Race Recap + Taper Madness | Episode 24
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Henriette recaps her race at Trail du Saint Jacques by UTMB – breaking down heat prep, fueling, and pacing – then dives into the weird world of ta...
How (and Why and When) to Use Heat Training for Trail Racing | Episode 23
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, Henriette and Jon dive into the sweaty side of race prep, namely heat training. From DIY heat caves and sauna sessio...
Gut Training, Jon’s UTS Recovery & Supplement Strategies (?) | Episode 22
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, Henriette and Jon kick things off with an update on Jon’s recovery after the Ultra-Trail Snowdonia (UTS), unpackin...
Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB - Race Recap with Jon Albon | Episode 21
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, Henriette talks to Jon about his recent win at the Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB 100K. They dive into how the race u...
Trail Running Durability: Why It Matters and How to Train It | Episode 20
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What really gets you through long trail races? In this episode, Henriette and Jon break down fatigue resistance – how well you can hold form, focus,...
What Every Trail Runner Should Know Before Race Day | Episode 19
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette and Jon dive into top tips for race day – from modern carb loading strategies to pacing uphills (and downhills) and fueli...
Bold Goals, Real Work | Episode 18
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, Henriette and Jon share takeaways from their recent training for Ultra Trail Snowdonia and discuss the role of bold ...
Stop Running in Circles: Level Up Your Training with Progressive Overload | Episode 17
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette and Jon Albon dive into their return to training after racing, focusing on the importance of progressive overload and what ...
Playing the Training Game, Calming the Nervous System, and Race Reveal | Episode 16
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Henriette and Jon Albon discuss their experiences with recovery after an ultra trail race, the importance of easing back into tr...
Transgrancanaria Race Debrief | Episode 15
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette and Jon discuss their recent ultra trail race experience at Transgrancanaria. They reflect on their journey from tapering t...
The Dangers of Emotion-Driven Training | Episode 14
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, The Albons share insights into their training journey for Transgrancanaria Classic 126K, offering an honest discussion about balancin...
High-Intensity Training for Ultra Trail Success | Episode 13
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette sits down with Jon to explore his take on high-intensity training (HIT) for ultra running. They unpack the nuances of thres...
Jon On a Roll, Flow State & Getting (Wise &) Old | Episode 12
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Jon and Henriette discuss the importance of flow state in running and how to cultivate it. They share personal anecdotes about t...
Strava Stats, Lessons Learnt and Training Update | Episode 11
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette and Jon reflect on their experiences from the past year, discussing their training approaches, Strava stats, and lessons le...
Winter Training Tips to Help You Stay on Track | Episode 10
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, hosts Henriette and Jon discuss effective winter training strategies for trail runners, focusing on maintaining moti...
Why and How to Fuel Your Workouts | Episode 9
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stepping up your training game ahead of 2025? Well, tell you what: now is not the time to bonk! In this episode of The Albon Way, we discuss the criti...
A Bob Graham Round | Episode 8
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette and Jon discuss the Bob Graham Round (BGR), focusing on Henriette's winter attempt which she completed in a record time of ...
Training Dependency or Healthy Passion? | Episode 7
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette and Jon discuss the concept of training dependency, exploring the risks of exercise dependence, the dynamics of self-coachi...
Season Planning and Race Reveal | Episode 6
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, Henriette and Jon discuss the significance of season planning for trail runners. They delve into how to set goals, p...
Tracking Training Volume Using Running Impact | Episode 5
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, Henriette and Jon discuss the importance of acclimatising to downhill running and understanding running impact. They...
How to Improve Training Consistency and Level Up Your Fitness | Episode 4
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, hosts Henriette and Jon Albon discuss the importance of training consistency for trail runners. They explore various...
Episode 3 - The Elusive Off Season
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, hosts Henriette and Jon Albon discuss the significance of taking an off-season for trail runners. They explore the m...
Episode 2 - Open & Closed Body
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Henriette and Jon Albon discuss their training experiences, focusing on the concepts of 'open body' and 'closed body.' They share per...
Episode 1 - Jon in Limbo
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Albon Way, hosts Henriette and Jon Albon discuss the intricacies of trail running, focusing on race preparation, recovery strat...
Pilot
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this pilot episode of The Albon Way, hosts Henriette and Jon Albon discuss their motivations for starting the podcast, their backgrounds in trail r...