The Tea & Trails Podcast
Episodes
Freya Shepherd - West Highland Way - Great Glen FKT #219
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re joined by physics teacher and West Highland Way – Great Glen FKT holder, Freya Shepherd.It’s an incredible story of learning, gr...
Cocodona 250 & How to Avoid Hitting the Wall #218
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast, Gary squeezed in a Bob Graham support and a race. Not exactly the textbook taper, but he had such a crackin...
Stu Edwards - Reverse London Marathon #217
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are so lucky to bring you the brilliant Stu Edwards this week. Stu is part of the team behind the Reverse London Marathon, and if you’re wonderin...
Stair Steppers & The Back to Back Long Run #216
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast we’re talking all things Stair Stepper, how to use it, when to use it. Neither Gary nor Eddie are exactly ...
Barney Plummer - 2026 Fellsman Champ #215
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we sit down with the very talented, and equally humble, Barney Plummer. The Helm Hill athlete has been making serious waves on the UK trail ...
Goal Race Recovery Tips #214
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Hardmoors 200 is looming ever closer, and Gary is… well, wobbling again. Not the training week he dreamed of, but definitely the one he got. Mea...
James Gibson - Double Paddy Buckley Round #213
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by inov‑8 ambassador James Gibson, it’s his very first time on the show. So we take the chance to hear how he found his ...
Fuel Smarter, Run Faster - Marathon Edition #212
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Both hosts are feeling a bit bruised this week. Gary’s wrestling with the mental load & that feeling when training somehow leaks into every corn...
Kitty‑Leigh Oxley - Community Traverse 2026 #211
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by Kitty‑Leigh Oxley for a deep dive into the 2026 Community Traverse. The Community Traverse is a race with an extraordin...
What Kit Do You Really Need? #210
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Another big week on the trails for our not so dynamic duo. Gary treated himself to a jaunt along the Yorkshire coast & Eddie is getting very famil...
Sophie Power - The Power Within #209
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re sharing the mics with the brilliant Sophie Power, British ultrarunner, Guinness World Record holder, and a leading voice for women in sp...
Dialling In Your Fuel Plan for Big Days Out #208
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Did someone say Montane Summer Spine Challenger North? Eddie has plugged that Northern Traverse shaped hole in her life with another epic northern cha...
Fi Pascall - 2026 Western States Preview #207
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fi Pascall joins us this week for a wide‑ranging chat about Fell & Trail Running. Fresh off her record breaking win at the Centurion 100 Hills U...
Put the Kettle On, Not Your Trainers - Take a Rest Day #206
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re talking about rest days & why they matter, why they’re so hard to take, and why your body (and your future self) will be grate...
Kriss Hendy - Strength for Endurance #205
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kriss Hendy joins us for a deep dive into building endurance performance. As the founder of Strength For Endurance, Kriss has spent years helping athl...
No hills? No problem - Hail the treadmill #204
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, Eddie is on the hunt for a new race to fill the Northern Traverse‑shaped hole in her calendar, and Gary h...
Punk Panther Endurance Events #203
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After Gary’s cracking day out at the Punk Panther Welcome Way Ultra, we thought it was only right to sit down with the masterminds behind the miles....
Northern Traverse cancelled - Finding the rainbow after the disappointment #202
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Eddie and Gary share their thoughts after the news that Ourea Events have ceased trading, a truly desperate situation for everyone involved...
Paul Booth - Fuel like a UTMB champ #201
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we hand the mic to Paul Booth, Sports and Performance Nutritionist and Lead Nutritionist for the Salomon International Team. Paul has played...
How to plan your week for success #200
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we have another jam packed Tea & Trails podcast. First up we catch up with Eddie & Gary and the spill the beans on another week of t...
Fiona Horsfield - 2026 Winter Spine Race #199
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re welcoming back a familiar face, the brilliant Fiona Horsfield.Fresh off her incredible second‑place finish at the 2026 Winter Spin...
Nail your goal race taper #198
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
More Northern Traverse training, and Gary is starting to feel the strain. The trails are stunning enough to make the miles drift by, but the sheer vol...
Puck Farkinsons - Centurion 100 Slam #197
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s guest is Antony “Twig” Rose, in 2025, Twig completed the Centurion 100‑mile Slam and the Centurion Winter Downs 100, stacking up a...
Marathon to Ultra #196
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Another week closer to the 2026 Northern Traverse, and Eddie and Gary are deep in the trenches of training, some days fun times, some days sad times, ...
Jon Albon #195
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we catch up with The North Face athlete, Jon Albon, one of the most versatile and consistent endurance athletes on the planet. We look back ...
How to be a consistent runner #194
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, the team dive into their weekly highs and lows as the Northern Traverse edges ever closer. Our coaching cor...
Megan Boxall - Run Great Britain #193
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is in the midst of an extraordinary adventure: the Run Around Great Britain challenge, a human‑powered loop of the entire coastline....
Trailspire Ultra Recap #192
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast, Gary goes rogue and wanders off his training plan, while Eddie spills the beans on the Trailspire Ultra 6‑...
Gemma Hillier-Moses - ARC 50 Champ #191
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with HOKA athlete Gemma Hillier‑Moses, fresh off her dominant win at the 2026 Arc of Attrition 50 by UTMB, a performanc...
Hardmoors Saltburn Trail Marathon Debrief #190
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What a crammed week it’s been! The National Running Show was an absolute blast, and it was brilliant meeting so many listeners in person. Huge kudos...
Jade Barrett - Centurion Double Slam #189
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jade Barrett has just pulled off something no one else has ever managed, completing the entire Centurion Running calendar in a single year. Every. Sin...
How to recce like a pro #188
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week the hosts spill the beans on their epic Northern Traverse recces. From the Lakeland mountains to the Dales, the Moors, and the sea, the Nort...
Tonya K Olson - Fixing your Feet #187
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks for the intro Jed!In this episode, we are joined by the brilliant Tonya Olson, one of the leading experts behind Fixing Your Feet, the go‑to ...
Practical Tips & Tricks for Peak Performance #186
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, Eddie and Gary share the tips and tricks that keep them going when training and racing get tough. There’s...
Anthony Clark - X Miles Founder #185
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony’s running journey began back in 2007 while he was working in IT. Unhappy with his weight, he laced up for a change, and just two months late...
How Long Should Your Long Run Be? #184
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast, a listener reaches out for help because they’re battling Raynaud’s! We also dive into the eternal quest...
Libby Clark - Centurion Winter Dows 200 Podium Finish #183
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Back in December 2025, Libby Clark stepped up to the start line of the Centurion Winter Downs 200, a 200‑mile Ultra Marathon. Only nine women stood ...
Coming Back From A DNF Or A Missed Goal #182
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we bring you a truly inspirational Bob Graham story about grit, resilience, and what running can look like after a DNF or a missed goal. The...
Trish Patterson - Winter Dragon's Back FKT #181
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every so often, someone comes along who doesn’t just take on a challenge, they redefine what’s possible.”Today’s guest is exactly that. Trish ...
Happy New Year #180
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week we dish out some Brew with the Coaches shoe‑choice wisdom and chat about how we’ve navigated the festive season. Was Christmas training ...
Andy Imms - Hellfire Events Vigo BYU Champ #179
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Imms is a runner who thrives in the backyard ultra scene, where the race doesn’t end until you say it does. Hour after hour, loop after loop, A...
Sam Skinner - Scott Cheviot Goat Champ - #178
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Skinner is a trail runner who thrives where the terrain is brutal and the weather unforgiving. From the legendary Winter Spine Race, where every m...
Reframe Your Running As You Get Older #177
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Christmas countdown is in full swing, and our co-hosts are feeling the festive rush as the big day approaches. This week’s episode has it all! R...
Joe Turner - Wendover Woods 50 #176
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From the winding trails of Wendover Woods to the sun-scorched switchbacks of Arizona’s Black Canyon 100K, Joseph Turner runs with purpose, grit, and...
Workouts That Fit Your Schedule #175
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got a dose of quick-fire workout inspiration for the time‑pressed runner. Big miles, boggy miles, or pancake‑flat miles, you’ll find it ...
Lizzie Richardson - Paddy Buckley FKT #174
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is a force of the British mountains, a Great British athlete and the female record holder of the legendary Paddy Buckley Round. From s...
The Best Running Playlist EVER #173
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to find fresh running‑tune inspiration? You’re in luck! Eddie & Gary bring melodic motivation to keep you company on the trails.Thi...
Neil Thubron - XNRG #172
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Neil Thubron is an ultra runner, adventurer, event organiser, executive coach, and all-round high-performance human.He’s completed some of the tough...
Top 5 Running Hacks #171
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 171 of the Tea & Trails Podcast!It’s been a bruising cross-country fixture for Gary, but sometimes a change is as good as a r...
Unlock Consistent Peak Performances - Stu Holliday #170
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stuart Holliday is a Sport and Performance Psychologist with over 12 years of experience in the field. Having trained under Professor Steve Peters (Au...
Top Gifts For The Runner In Your Life #169
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, it’s all about miles with mates on the trails. Gary’s been flexing his Garmin Fitness Age (spoiler: he’s basically 21). What’s your...
Shirley & Jon Steele - Hardmoors #168
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shirley and Jon Steele are the powerhouse duo behind one of the UK’s most loved ultra series, a grassroots trail running community that’s as tough...
Is Iron Deficiency Crushing Your Running Goals #167
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast: Gary’s been back out on the trails and cramming the workouts, Eddie’s tooth is still protesting, and we...
Sarah Perry - Back Yard Ultra World Record #166
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Perry just set the women’s Backyard Ultra world record with an astonishing 95 laps, covering 637 kilometers over 95 hours at Big’s Backyard ...
Top 5 Strength Exercises & Why #165
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, Gary reveals the latest race he's signed up for, 2026 is shaping up nicely. Eddie smashes her first lo...
Lucy Gossage - Self Supported South West Coast Path FKT #164
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Gossage and Trish Patterson join us today for a powerhouse episode. Lucy’s just wrapped up her Self Supported South West Coast Path FKT, while ...
Strava v Garmin & The Best Running Shoes Of 2025 #163
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gary has been racing again! Crushing trails and V50 souls at the Trail Outlaws Dark Skies Half Marathon. Also, he's been working on his online da...
Leonie Ansems De Vries - 7 Valleys Ultra Champ #162
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is someone who moves through the world with purpose, both on foot and in thought. Dr. Leonie Ansems de Vries is a runner, a scholar, a...
Carbs, Influencers & The Long Run #161
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A packed week on the Tea & Trails Podcast! We’re diving into everything from breaking up your long run and dialing in carbs per hour, to the wil...
Kim & Jayson Cavill #160
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kim and Jayson Cavill, two athletes whose passion for the outdoors is matched only by their generosity in sharing it. Whether they’re navigating rug...
Protein, Race Day Nerves & The Comeback Continues #159
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re tackling the dilemma: too much screen time and not enough trail time. How hard do athletes really push? How much protein is enough? And what h...
Caz & Carz - 2025 Dragon’s Back Race #158
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guests are two runners who know how to chase finish lines and stories, Carwyn Phillips, the endurance junkie with a knack for turning pain i...
Storm Amy - Treadmill Running Fail #157
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, Gary trades trail shoes for Thai boxing gloves, well, sort of. He’s ringside, not in the ring, soaking up...
Gary Thwaites - Altra 7 Valleys Ultra #156
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Gary spills the beans, but hopefully not his guts on the Altra 7 Valleys Ultra.Was it puke-free glory, a heroic puke-and-rally, or a return...
Race Week, Emergency Calories, The Comeback #155
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eddie’s back, with colour in her cheeks and a skip in her weighted hike! Meanwhile, Gary’s deep into race week prep ahead of The 7 Valleys Ultra. ...
BYU Team England - Lizzie Gatherer #154
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Tea & Trails, we’re joined by a runner who’s redefining what it means to go the distance, Lizzie Gatherer. From her first ultra t...
7 Valleys Ultra Race Week & Headlamp Review - #153
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s 7 Valleys Ultra race week for Gary, cool, calm, and collected… or riding the rollercoaster of taper tantrums? Meanwhile, Eddie reunites with ...
Jon Barton - Vertebrate Publishing #152
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest went from broke climber living off porridge to the driving force behind some of the UK’s most inspiring outdoor literature. Jon Bart...
Post Race Blues & Nature Breaks... #151
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Tea & Trails we dive into the all-too-familiar phenomenon of post-race blues. That emotional dip after the high of crossing the finis...
Guinness World Record Holder - Rhino Boy Chris #150
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest doesn’t just run marathons, he stampedes through them in a 25kg rhino costume. He’s a Guinness World Record holder, a conservation...
Lakeland Ballot & Running In Flip Flops #149
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the pod, the usual natter takes a detour! We drift from training talk to a dive into the Lakeland 100 ballot buzz and the shiny glory of ...
Dave Moulding - Race Across Scotland #148
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is no stranger to long miles. Dave Moulding is the kind of runner who doesn’t just chase finish lines, he chases meaning, mishaps, a...
Eddie Calls Out Gary's Male Privilege #147
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Eddie confronts Gary’s male privilege, we ponder the noble art of becoming a running coach, monster stair stepper elevation and we also g...
Jackie Stretton - 10 Times Lakeland 100 Finisher #146
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is living proof that determination can rewrite destiny. Jackie Stretton was told she’d never run again after a devastating car crash...
Friends Without Finish Lines #145
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Things are settling back into rhythm for our co-hosts after a whirlwind of summer races, and with The 7 Valleys Ultra on the horizon, taper time is ju...
Charlotte Fisher - Lakeland 100 2nd Place #144
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Charlotte Fisher burst onto the ultra-running scene in 2023 with no prior running background, and in just two years, she’s gone from zero to podiums...
Roast Dinners & Running Shoes #143
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gary & Eddie are back on the move, literally and metaphorically. A hearty trip to Toby Carvery for Gary (yes, there’s gravy involved). A Parkrun...
Eddie Sutton - Race Across Scotland DNF #142
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast… Eddie takes us deep into her Race Across Scotland experience, a journey of grit, grace, and gut battles. ...
Flamenco Dancing, Race Week and a Return to Running #141
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eddie lifts the lid on her race week before diving into the mighty Race Across Scotland. Meanwhile, Gary’s back from his Spanish siesta, slightly su...
Jarlath McKenna - Lakeland 100 #140
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jarlath McKenna is a standout figure in British ultrarunning, known for his rapid rise and impressive performances across a range of endurance events....
Gary Thwaites - 2025 Lakeland 50 & 100 #139
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakeland 50 & 100 is more than a race, it’s a gathering of grit, spirit, and togetherness. Thousands of legends weave through some of the mo...
Anna Troup - Summer Spine Champ #138
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anna Troup is a powerhouse in British ultrarunning, and her story is nothing short of epic. After dominating the Montane Summer Spine Race in 2021 and...
Lakeland 100, Dry Humping & Isle of White Adventures #137
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s race day at the 2025 Lakeland 100, and Gary’s lacing up with a quiet confidence, gently brushing aside those whispers of doubt. They’ll fad...
Debbie Martin-Consani - Western States 100 #136
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Debbie Martin-Consani - aka UltraRunDMC - is a legend in the world of ultra running. Known for her grit, humor, and relentless drive, she’s one of t...
Lakeland 50 & 100 Race Week #135
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eddie kicks things off this week with stories from her grand tour of Scotland, full of wild landscapes and even wilder adventures. Both hosts have bee...
Altra 13 Valleys Ultra - Colin Murphy #134
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Colin Murphy is the Race Director for the Windermere Marathon, which is now part of the Great Run series. The event, known for its stunning route arou...
Tea & Trails Ultra LIVE Podcast #133
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re thrilled to share the Tea & Trails Ultra Live Podcast, a truly special evening that brought together old friends, new faces, an...
Luke Grenfell-Shaw - A Life In Tandem #132
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Grenfell-Shaw is a remarkable endurance athlete, and cancer advocate whose story reads like a masterclass in resilience. Diagnosed with stage 4 s...
Tea & Trails Ultra Debrief #131
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we raise our mugs and reflect on the inaugural Tea & Trails Ultra, an unforgettable celebration of endurance, friendship, and the wild ...
Sean Conway - Ultra Endurance Athlete #130
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Conway is a British-Zimbabwean ultra-endurance athlete known for pushing the limits of human endurance. He has set multiple world records, includ...
Rest Days, Epic long runs & Fuelling Disasters! #129
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cue the drumroll... the wait is finally over—the very first Tea & Trails Ultra has arrived! This week, we're diving headfirst into epic lon...
Lowri Morgan - Presenter, Adventurer & Ultra Marathon Runner #128
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lowri Morgan is a remarkable Welsh television presenter, adventurer, and runner. She’s one of the very few people to have completed both the gruelin...
Fuelling Your Race, Glory Holes & The Worst Trail Food EVER #127
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we plummeted to new depths and somehow, Glory Holes ended up in the show. Don't ask. We move swiftly on (with some emotional scarring)...
Joe Barrs - Arctic Spine Race #126
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Barrs recently, one of the first-ever finishers of the grueling 293-mile Montane Arctic Spine Race, a brutal ultramarathon across Sweden’s Kungs...
Training Metrics - Time or Miles? Scottish Trails, GI Battles, Dog Poop & Strava Triumphs #125
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to a Poetic Tea & Trails Podcast, This week brings a slight format shake-up, but nothing drastic, don't panic!Expect stories of epic ...
Sarah Ingram - Cape Wrath Ultra Champ - 124
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Honed in the peat bogs of the dark peak and the lake district rain, suffering enthusiast and of the belief that not much in life can't be improve...
Old County Tops Fell Race Special - 123
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week we do an Old County Tops deep dive! Does the bromance continue or was it sad times on the trails. Let’s find out. Kudos to everyone who to...
Kallum Pritchard - Dukeries 40 Champ - 122
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kallum Pritchard is a formidable trail and ultra-distance runner from the UK, renowned for his impressive performances in endurance events. He has exc...
Lianne van Dijk - 2025 Northern Traverse - 121
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lianne van Dijk embodies the spirit of perseverance and adventure, inspiring countless runners to push beyond their limits. As an ultrarunner, writer,...
Sean Merryweather - Chester Ultra 100 Champ - 120
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Merryweather is a British ultra-runner and obstacle course racer who has won multiple endurance events, including the GB Ultra Chester 50, Manche...