The Tea & Trails Podcast

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...

Gary Thwaites - 2025 London Mararthon - 119

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Gary shares the inside scoop on his 2025 London Marathon experience. His unconventional approach to training and tapering might raise a few...

Fiona Horsfield - 2025 Northern Traverse Champ - 118

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fiona Horsfield, recently won the women’s race at the Northern Traverse 2025, a grueling 300km endurance event across three national parks in the UK...

Kate Worthington - Snowdonia Slate Trail FKT - 117

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Back in February, Kate Worthington accomplished an incredible feat by completing the Snowdonia Slate Trail, a challenging 83 mile journey that circles...

Helen Ryvar - 1000 Half Marathons Streak - 116

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Helen Ryvar is an inspiring ultra runner from Wrexham, North Wales. She held the Guinness World Record for the most consecutive days running a half ma...

Julie Carter - The Dreamtime Fellrunner - 115

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Julie Carter is a fascinating individual with a diverse background. She is a former scientist, teacher, and GP who has transitioned into a creative wr...

Tobi Schmid - Heat Training with CORE - 114

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we take a heat training deep dive with Tobi Schmid from CORE. The CORE heat training sensor is a wearable device designed to monitor your co...

Zuzana Nemeckova - On Track Nutritionist - 113

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Zuzana Nemeckova is an ultra-marathon runner and a Registered Nutritionist with a commitment to helping athletes excel. She has tackled races spanning...

Keith Wigley & Hugh Chatfield - Arc of Attrition by UTMB - 112

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We recently caught up with Hugh and Keith after their fantastic performances at the Arc of Attrition 50-miler, where they finished 2nd and 3rd.Hugh is...

Henriette Albon - 2025 Transgrancanaria Champ - 111

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Henriette Albon is an amazing athlete from Norway who has made a name for herself in mountain running and ski mountaineering! After leaving her job as...

Lewis Ryan - 2025 Arc of Attrition by UTMB - 110

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we’re thrilled to have Lewis Ryan join us! Lewis just smashed the Arc of Attrition by UTMB 2025 with an amazing time of 19:22:35. We chat...

Darla Crispin - Centurion Winter Downs 100 - 109

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re excited to welcome Darla Crispin this week to chat about everything Centurion Winter Downs 100! This incredible 100-mile race takes place in t...

Shane Ohly - Arc of Attrition By UTMB - 108

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shane Ohly is a former professional climber and elite mountain runner with a lifelong love for adventures in the great outdoors. He founded Ourea Even...

Keri Wallace - Unsupported West Highland Way FKT - 107

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Keri Wallace is an amazing ultra-runner who has set several Fastest Known Times on some tough trails. Recently, she made headlines by achieving a new ...

Leroy Valentine - 2025 Arc of Attrition by UTMB - 106

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leroy Valentine is an ultra-runner who recently made headlines by running 153 miles from Dover to Farnham in record time to raise money for the Sam Be...

Mel Sykes - Winter Spine Race - 105

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mel Sykes is an ultra-marathon runner from Holmfirth, West Yorkshire. She has an inspiring story of resilience and determination. Mel was diagnosed wi...

Sanna Duthie - Pembrokeshire Coastal Path FKT - 104

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sanna Duthie is an amazing ultramarathon runner from beautiful Pembrokeshire, Wales! She has tackled some pretty epic races, like the Dragon's Ba...