Well Far Daily

How to Overcome 'Gymtimidation'

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we look towards the New Year on Well Far Daily, I'm sure a lot of you are hoping to be in the gym more, but they can be an intimidating place! A ma...

Why Running Today Shouldn't Just Be About Calorie Burn

26 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the Christmas season still in full swing, perhaps you're viewing Boxing day as a chance to burn off the excess of yesterday. Amy is here to remin...

Adrienne Herbert on the One Thing That's Improved Her Running

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel a bit low on energy today, this episode of Well Far Daily is for you. Amy revisits a run chat she had with the ever-energetic Adrienne Her...

Why You Should Skip Strength Training on a Hangover

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the season of big parties and gathering with friends and families, there may be a possibility that you woke up with a slightly sore head this morni...

Fact or Fiction: I Run Everyday and That's Enough?

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's Well Far Daily, Amy has enlisted the help of Dr Jenna Maacciochi to deliver a verdict on whether running everyday is good for your immune s...

Can I Stop Exercising Over Christmas?

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the festive season fully in force, today on Well Far Daily we answer the all-important question: Can I stop exercising over Christmas and maintai...

5 Brilliant Ways These Runners Never Miss a Run

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For today's Well Far Daily, Amy supplies 5 brilliant tips that she's been given on Instagram to ensure that you never miss a run, even if the weather ...

How Katie Piper Fits Exercise Into Her Busy Schedule

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

To end the week, we hear from the brilliant Katie Piper who tells us how she creatively crams exercise into her schedule!To listen to the full episode...

What Type of Yoga Is Best for Runners?

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If your life is currently full of Christmas chaos, today's episode will hopefully supply you with a moment of calm, as we re-visit a chat with yoga ex...

Dina Asher-Smith on Why You Shouldn’t Skip Training in Winter

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's Well Far Daily, Britain's fastest woman tells us the importance of putting in the work in the winter if you want to smash your PB come the ...

Fact or Fiction: It’s Ok To Run With a Cold?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year where it almost feels impossible to fend off the coughs and colds, but should being ill stop us from running? With the help of ...

This Hack Can Help You Run Faster!

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to pickup your festive running pace without ditching the mulled wine and mince pies? If so, Amy has a brilliant tip to help you cut your mile ...

This Genius Hacks Stops Sore, Cold Fingers on Winter Runs

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're thinking about going out for a run this weekend, Amy has found a brilliant tip on Instagram to keep your hands warm in the freezing cold!If ...

When To Eat Before a Long Run

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for long-term success in your running, you really need to respect that food is fuel. On today's Well Far Daily, Amy answers the ques...

Laura Muir Explains How To Recover From Injury

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Olympic athlete Laura Muir is today's Well Far Daily inspiration. Laura outlines her injury recovery plan which enabled her to achieve some of her bes...

5 Warning Signs That You Need a Rest Day

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is it true that you can have too much of a healthy thing? On today's Well Far Daily, Amy shares 5 red flags which could indicate that you're over trai...

How To Stop Your Sports Bra Rubbing, Chafing & More

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kicking off this week's Well Far Daily is advice from sports bra aficionado Mari Thomas. Mari chats through how to detect an ill fitting sports bra.To...

A Fitness Influencer Shares The Realities of Running to Lose Weight

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TW: Disordered EatingToday's Well Far Daily revisits a run chat Amy had with fitness influencer Roz Purcell. Roz opens up about the sometimes bleak me...

Beating Running Boredom

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tired of slogging the same old runs? If so, Amy is on hand with 10 brilliant tips on how to spice up your runs and keep them interesting! Hosted on Ac...

When Should You Replace Your Trainers?

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eco-Runner Andy Dixon is our voice on today's Well Far Daily. He explains how changing our attitude to replacing running trainers can have a really po...

Why This Fitness Coach Doesn't Track Her Running Times

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Amy Hughes is a top fitness coach and marathon runner, but she doesn't necessarily care about all the stats. Listen in to find out why...To listen to ...

Amy's Monday Motivation: Runners Who Inspire

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Monday's can often feel a bit overwhelming, especially when you know you're in for a busy week. So on today's Well Far Daily, Amy shares the stories o...

Amy's Advice: Why You Get Blisters & How To Treat Them

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hotspots, blisters with a roof and blisters without a roof- there's so much terminology around blisters it can be hard to keep up! Today, Amy explains...

Why Does Our Fitness Decline in the First Trimester of Pregnancy?

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's clip from Brigid Pickett & Charlie Launder explains why our fitness takes such a hit in the early stages of pregnancy.To listen to the ful...

Connie Simmonds Run Chat: Finding The Balance

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With Christmas fast approaching it can be really hard to balance eating and exercise. This is something Connie Simmonds has struggled with and on toda...

When Should You See Your Doctor About Shin Splints?

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chartered physiotherapist and performance coach Bradley Scanes is back on the podcast to give us some tips on when to seek advice for shin pain, we've...

Amy's Advice: Running in the Rain

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The recent wet and windy weather can really sap our motivation to go out on a run. But did you know that there are real benefits to running in the rai...

Amy's Advice: Is Your Sports Bra Impacting Your Health?

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Amy is on hand with some brand new advice following research regarding the chemicals that can be found in our sports bras. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Dealing With Negative Comments When You Sign Up for a Running Challenges

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For today's Well Far Daily, Amy enacts the help of Amy Hughes, an icon who completed 53 marathons in 53 days!Amy is well versed in taking on bonkers r...

Mapping Out a Plan Towards a Running Goal

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's Well Far Daily, the brilliant performance coach Andy Cohen Wray talks about the advantages of getting your running plan down in writing.To ...

The Environmental Impact of Travel Running

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the cold months ahead, lots of us turn to holiday booking for a source of excitement, and in the running community challenges like running all 6 ...

Amy's Advice: Running Safely in Winter

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Long, dark and cold nights make runs this time of year seem very unappealing. But Amy is on hand with 3 key bits of advice on how to run safely and co...

How Races Are Becoming More Eco Friendly

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With COP 27 currently taking place it's important to think about the environmental impact that races and the associated goodies have on the environmen...

What Are Shin Splints?

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bradley Scanes is today's advice giver on Well Far Daily. Bradley educates us on what Shin splints are and why so many of us runners get them. To...

Breaking Down Distances

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode of Well Far Daily, Amy gives advice on how to break down the distances we run. Whether that be 5k or the full marathon this advice ...

How To Recover From Running Setbacks- Advice From a Mental Performance Coach

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's Well Far Daily, Amy shares the running setbacks she's faced over the past couple of years. We then hear from mental performance expert Andy...

Final Race Day Tips

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Personal trainer Andy Vincent talks to us today about his top race day tip (relax!) and how to keep on pushing on race day when your body starts to ti...

Mobility and Flexibility Training For Runners

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TRX trainer Niko Algieri demystifies mobility and flexibility while also discussing whether you can find a decent stretch sequence on Youtube!To liste...

Fitting Running Into Your Work Schedule

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Charlie Watson shares how she exercises during a busy schedule, this is great advice if you’re struggling to balance work and those runs!To listen t...

Alternatives to the London Marathon in 2023

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you miss out on a London 2023 spot? Don't worry if that's the case as Amy is on hand to suggest some brilliant alternative marathons you could run...

How To Calm a Stressed Stomach, Advice From a Gut Health Expert

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Us runners tend to know a thing or two about stomach troubles! Dr Megan Rossi tells us the calming morning routine she uses to ease a stressed stomach...

Monday Motivation From Amy!

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last week the Well Far Daily team celebrated a big milestone! So today's clip comes courtesy of Amy herself, giving you some Monday motivation if you'...

Exercising While Pregnant, Advice From a Doctor

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Anita Mitra shares her opinion about exercising while pregnant, emphasising the importance of listening to your body.To listen to the full episode,...

Paula Radcliffe's Golden Advice For Races

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s clip needs little introduction, race advice from the legend Paula Radcliffe…To listen to the full episode, please visit:Well Far on Spotif...

Run Chat with Alice Liveing

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's clip is a snippet from a run chat I recorded last year with the fabulous Alice Liveing. We spoke about her fitness journey and how there's way...

Jenni Falconer Swears This Supplement Has Improved Her Running

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcaster Jenni Falconer talks about how a supplement has helped her improve her running performance- Tune in to find out what it is!To listen to th...

Running For Gains With Bryony Gordon

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's clip, Amy goes on a run with Bryony Gordon, who discusses how changing her mindset about exercise meant that she found a way to be kinder t...

Running With Raynaud's With Jenni Falconer

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s Well Far Daily, Jenni Falconer describes how Raynaud’s syndrome impacts her running and how to reduce the impact. To listen to the...

Running Mantras, Advice From A Mental Performance Expert

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Cohen-Wray explains how to create Running Mantras and the role confidence plays in the process.To listen to the full episode, please visit:Well F...

Nutrition Nonnegotiables For Runners- Insight From A Dietitian

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dietitian Charlie Watson shares some nutrition rules for runners to follow.To listen to the full episode, please visit:Well Far on SpotifyWell Far on ...

All the Gear, No Idea? Experiences of a Barefoot Runner

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For years Christopher McDougall struggled to run, constantly being told that his weight and shoes were the problem. Christopher shares how changing th...

The Importance of Form in Warmups With Shona Vertue

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

PT to the celebs, Shona Vertue outlines the importance of having the correct form to keep safe while warming up. Shona also prefaces the importance of...

Laura's Whitmore’s Top 3 Running Tips for New Runners

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TV Personality and Broadcaster Laura Whitmore found her love for running through the Couch to 5K method and Laura uses this experience to share her 3 ...

A Dietician's Opinion: The Simple Food Rules For All Runners

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Charlie Watson joins Amy to explain what you need to learn about food so that you can fuel your body properly without having to obsess over Food Maths...

How To Join a Running Club, Advice From a Community Runner

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining a running club has had a massively positive impact on Megan Judge, both physically and mentally. Megan shares how she joined a club and how to...

Mentally Recovering From Injury With Paula Radcliffe

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s clip, running legend Paula Radcliffe reflects on the emotional pain of being injured. Paula also explains how to mentally recover if you'...

Running Tips From a Parkrun Champion

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Parkrun champion Charlotte Arter recommends a couple of top tips to help you improve your runs!To listen to the full episode, please visit:Well Far on...

Boosting Your Training with Meditation and Yoga

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Michael Wong talks us through how the breathing techniques you learn in mediation and yoga can benefit your running when you're clocking up the...

Amy's Week In Running

08 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is the best balance of exercise in a week? Amy’s gives an inside scoop into her weekly training plan when mid marathon flow! Hosted on Acast. S...

Fuelling Your Taper With a PT

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is the best thing to eat on your taper? Do you need to taper up or taper down your food to match your mileage? We hear from personal trainer, And...

Guilt Free Restdays With Heart Rate Variability

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s clip, Simon Wegerif, founder of 'ithlete' a HRV tracking device and platform, explains how tracking and HRV data can tell you when to tak...

Running Blind With a Tech Expert

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

While Kieran Alger is known for being the wearable tech guru, he admits in this clip with Amy the importance of running without the data from time to ...

How Long Can I Put Off Training?

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A quick clip from Amy today, who's learnt a fascinating fact about how quickly our body responds when we start and stop training. Hosted on Acast. See...

Meat vs Plants

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Anita Bean is an expert dietician within the sports sphere, in today's clip she lays the facts out for meat eating versus being plant based and how to...

What Would Kelly Holmes Do Differently?

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After such an illustrious running career, Kelly Holmes doesn't have many regrets, but in this clip she looks back to a moment that shaped her career. ...

Follow Your Heart(Rate)

01 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard the saying of following your heart, but today Anthony 'Fletch' Fletcher explains why it's so important to check your heart rate when y...

Overcoming 'The Wall' With The Mind Medic

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The 'wall' is a well known phenomenon in running and sport. Here, Sarah Vohra, aka The Mind Medic, discusses how to combat the wall with some easy to ...

Changing Mindsets Around Fitness With 'Twice The Health'

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's clip, half of Twice The Health Emily Kier talks to Amy about the evolution of running within the general population, how do we view it now?...

'Kit' Tips From a PT

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I thought we'd talk about the bugbears of kit. As you begin to hit the double digits in your marathon training, grinning and bearing it is no l...

Run Chat With Katie Piper

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TW: Mention of Physical Attack Back in 2009 Katie bravely went on TV to document her experience as the victim of an acid attack that left her needing ...

How To Fuel Your Long Runs With Anita Bean

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Well Far Daily we hear a clip from internationally published author and champion athlete Anita Bean. Anita talks us through how to fuel for a...

Finding the Balance On Long Runs: Tips From 2 Fitness Experts

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rory Knight and Omar Mansour of 'Track Life LND' give some insight on how to get the most out of your long runs. To listen to the full episode, p...

Imprinting Technique with Luke Worthington

24 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Luke Worthington supplies today's Well Far Daily clip, emphasising the importance of imprinting technique early on in a training schedule.To listen to...

Protecting Your Knees, Advice From a Specialist

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most common injuries for runners is sore knees. In today's Well Far Daily, trainer and footwear specialist, Emma Kirk-Odunubi stresses the ...

Pre-Run Checklist From a Performance Coach

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s Well Far Daily, performance coach and well-being expert Dalton Wong shares the 5 minute checklist you need before setting off for a run.T...

Tapering Explained With a Strength and Conditioning Coach

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tapering for your race is one of the most important parts of preparation, but it can often feel a little counter-intuitive to slow down after all that...

The Link Between Meditation and Running with a Meditation Expert

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's clip, Michael Wong, a leading voice in the global movement for modern mindfulness, answers the simple yet essential question: how can we al...

Run Chat with Alice Liveing

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's clip is from a run chat with the fabulous Alice Living. We spoke about her fitness journey and how there is way more to life than body fa...

Simplifying Nutrition

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Charlie Watson speaks to Amy about the industry u-turn on niche and expensive ‘superfoods’, outlining the importance of eating nutritional food th...

Running Is Personal

17 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s clip comes from a run chat with TV personality Laura Whitmore. Laura talks to Amy about the personalised nature of running and the importanc...

The Power of Running Communities

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TW: Eating DisordersIn this clip Megan Judge chats to Amy about how beneficial running groups have been for both her mental health and eating disorder...

Fitting Running Around Shift Work

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcaster Jenni Falconer had to wake up at 2:30am every morning when she did breakfast radio. Jenni discusses with Amy how she used to fit running i...

Paula Radcliffe’s Marathon Strategy

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former world record holder and marathon legend Paula Radcliffe gives us an insight to her marathon strategy. To listen to the full episode, pleas...

Maintaining Good Gut Health While Carb Loading

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Carbs can make up a big portion of a runner's diet, especially in the lead up to events. Dr Megan Rossi explains how to maintain good gut health in th...

Nutrition Tips From a Dietician

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

NHS Dietician, Charlie Watson shares her top nutrition tips to nourish the body. To listen to the full episode, please visit:Well Far on SpotifyW...

Self-Help Mechanisms For Eating Disorder Recovery

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TW: Eating Disorders Although Megan Judge has come out of an anorexic mindset, she still struggles with her eating disorder everyday. Megan share...

Running As Stress Relief

10 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The nature of Laura Whitmore's career can often mean her life is fast-paced. She discusses with Amy how running gives her a much needed stress relief....

Preventing Bulky Muscle While Resistance Training

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There’s often a discussion in the running community about whether resistance training can have a negative effect on running performance. In today's ...

Running After Pregnancy

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jenni Falconer talks about the mental and physical adjustments to exercising after pregnancy. To listen to the full episode, please visit:Well Fa...

A Beginners Guide to Visualisation

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mental performance expert Andy Cohen Wray gives some beginners tips on how to use visualisation in your running. To listen to the full episode, p...

Tuning Into Your Body

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The latest technology can be great for helping us improve our running performance. However, former world record holder Paula Radcliffe doesn’t want ...

How Training Plans Evolve with Experience

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s clip comes from avid runner Charlie Watson. Charlie details how her training plan has become smarter and more varied across the years she's ...

Running and Bulimia Recovery

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TW: Eating DisordersMegan Judge has struggled with bulimia since she was 10 years old. One of the things that allowed her to regain control of her lif...

Exercising Through Pregnancy

03 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s clip Jenni Falconer details how she tailored her running schedule while she was pregnant. To listen to the full episode, please visi...

Do Probiotics Reduce Gut Symptoms?

02 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s clip ‘The Gut Health Doctor’ Dr Megan Rossi fact checks whether taking probiotics can reduce gut symptoms for runners.  To ...

Podcasts Or Music?

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s clip comes from a run chat with Broadcaster Laura Whitmore! Laura discusses the difference between music and podcasts on her perception of d...

Tips for Reviewing Your Race

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mental Performance Expert Andy Cohen Wray explains the best way to review your race after the dust has settled. To listen to the full episode, pl...

Clarity From Running

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Running royalty Paula Radcliffe supplies today’s clip. Paula shares how running gives her mental clarity and the ability to juggle a busy life!&nbsp...

Learning From Injury

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 2011 Charlie Watson had to pull out of the London Marathon after picking up an ITB injury. Charlie shares how she adapted her marathon training in ...

How To Improve Your Marathon Time

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this run chat Jenni Falconer shares some tales of naivety during her first London Marathon. Jenni explains how she learnt from this to take a ...