Discover how mastering breathing for endurance can boost your sports performance and recovery! In this week’s podcast, we sit down with Martin McPhilimey, a leading expert in breathing for endurance. He’s a Respiratory and Sleep Scientist, Exercise Physiologist, and mentor with 15+ years of experience. Join us as Martin McPhilimey shares expert tip…

The T100 Concluded its first year or racing with the Grand final in Dubai. 20 of the sports best men and women raced through the streets of Meydan with over 1900 other athletes across a Sprint and 100km distance. In todays Show, Tom walker gives us some history to the format as well as hit top tips for anyone wanting to take on the T100 race format…

Coach Rob shares 5 powerful lessons from his 12-hour running journey in the Peaks sports race. Discover tips you can use to elevate your next race or training session! #Running #LongDistanceRunning #RunningTips

What lessons can we, as 'everyday' runners, take from the elites? Rob Foster joins us behind the mic this week to talk about Kenyan running: what they do well and how we can incorporate some of their training into our routines. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight…

Iten is the home of champions. This week, Coach Rob rounds up the first half of the week, from mountain biking to fartlek sessions. What is Iten in Kenya really like for a non-elite who is there to train and have some fun? Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight

Tracy’s story is truly inspiring. Imagine going from occasional 10K runs to signing up for an international marathon—without ever having completed a half marathon. Sounds crazy, right? But with the support of her coach and community, Tracy not only finished the Munich Marathon but transformed her entire mindset along the way. If you’re feeling over…

Did you know that incorporating just a few specific workouts into your running routine can significantly boost your performance and help you achieve your fitness goals faster? In podcast episode 247, we explore essential running workouts that can help you achieve your fitness goals, whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner. Learn how to i…

When things get tough in training, work or even life - how do you manage. In this short sharp episode, Rob breaks down the pillars of mental toughness and practical strategies you can implement into your day-to-day to callus up that mindset. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight…

Calling all endurance athletes! Are you ready to take your performance to the next level? In this comprehensive Q&A session, Rob and Dan dive deep into the world of endurance sports, offering invaluable insights for athletes of all levels. Endurance athletes will find a wealth of knowledge on specific exercises, interval training, and the importanc…

What was once only available to elites is now both affordable and on the wrist of every amateur athlete out there. But are we getting consumed by the data? What should we be using and paying attention to day to day? In this week's show we discuss what data we like to use and analyse in both our training and lives. Precision fuel and hydration disco…

Join us in this exciting episode of the InnerFight Podcast, where we sit down with Dana, co-founder and race director of Peaks Sports, to discuss the rise of trail running in Dubai. Dana, an experienced ultra-runner and organiser, has been revolutionising the local trail running scene since founding Peaks Sports in 2022. In this episode, Dana share…

You might be starting to dream up some big adventures or goals to accomplish this season. If you want to be at your best for your biggest goals, then you’ll want to plan ahead and make a schedule. These 7 simple tips should help take the guess work out of your planning and help you really enjoy the race season ahead! Runners pancakes! with only 3 i…

Welcome to episode 241 of the InnerFight Endurance podcast! In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Run Grateful, a mindful movement collective founded by Mark in the UK. Unlike typical endurance running challenges, Run Grateful focuses on combining running with the powerful practice of gratitude. Born during the COVID-19 pandemic, thi…

How often do we have a lightbulb moment? One that changes the trajectory of our lives? That happened to Tako. Her running journey has not been easy. She has dealt with a lot of failure before one big success sparked another lightbulb moment. Listen in to this weeks show to hear her story. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.…

This simple tip can make you extremely effective in your training! Listen in to today's short but sharp show with coach Tom Walker. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight

One of Dans worst experiences in life was running a marathon, it was also one of his best! Today we introduce our newest run coach at InnerFight Endurance, Dan Bagley. Dan is a 2.22hr marathon runner and a UESCA Certified run coach, but more than that Dan is a person looking to give back to a sport that has given him so much. In today's show Dan ch…

With lots of conflicting advice around running while pregnant, Maisie turned to her healthcare professionals and leaned into the community here at InnerFight. Maisie is a busy photographer in Dubai, currently 8 months pregnant, and learning more so now than ever to listen to her body and follow her intuition. Steph and Zoe chat to Maisie about trai…

Durability is a big buzzword in cycling but how can we as long distance runners become durable? In this short show, Rob covers the determinants to become a durable runner. Are YOU durable? Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight

Wearables are everywhere today! All telling us how recovered (or not) we are. The main metric behind these wearables recovery scores is HRV (heart rate variability). In today's show, Tom explains what HRV is, how we can measure it and more importantly what to do with the information. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/i…

A catch-up pod today with hosts Rob Jones and Tom Walker. Rob has been with the guys in Chamonix this past week, helping people run 100+km on the best running trails in the world! Tom has been trying his hand at Esports cycling! Tune in to hear more. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight…

What are the best lessons you've learned from endurance? This was a recent question asked to Tom and in today's show, he answers it! Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight

Marcus Smith, Founder of InnerFight is no stranger to riding his bike for a long time, nor is he a stranger to getting through difficulties. In today's show, Marcus tells us the story behind his most recent gravel adventure in Kenya. He went to be alone and push his limits, he ended up defining new limits and meeting people along the way. It is an …

Sonja describes herself as a passionate rookie in the endurance world, but we would argue that she's well beyond rookie status after winning the infamous New Zealand Coast 2 Coast 2-day Individual race earlier this year. Sonja goes into great detail sharing her deep-seated fears around water and how she has worked to overcome them in the last few y…

Rob Foster is back on the podcast, this time round to discuss the up coming Tour de France and what we can learn and not learn from the pro riders cycling it. Rob Shares his thoughts about base training, frequency of riding to build fitness, how to fuel training and ultimately make a sustainable training program. Reach out to Rob if you'd like a co…

Andri Gudmundsson Is an Ultra Runner baded in Reykjavík, Iceland. He is a big believer in not only training the physical side but also the mental element of running long distances. He recently ran the Iceland BackYard Ultra 101 and set a new Icelandic record....for 15mins. Listen in to find out why. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://vi…

It's not about shutting down the programs running in the background, it's about knowing they are there and using them at the right time. Vainius Kaleda has spent the last 14 years figuring this out, he is a key part of the InnerFight endurance community and helps others in the community grow because of this self-awareness. He comes on the show to h…

Tom and Rob took on the infamous Into the Darkness session on Friday night, hear how they got on and answer your questions ready for the clients turn on Friday! Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight

Nicky joined the InnerFight community through Ladies Run Club in August 2023. She was on a quest to meet some like-minded ladies and rekindle her joy for running through the weekly sessions. Having not raced since pre covid, racing was certainly not on her agenda. That all changed once she started attending local races with the sole objective of ha…

Abby Coleman is back on the show! Having already appeared on show #95, Carbs, friend or foe? Abby returns with further nutritional knowledge about everyday living. This show helps you to understand Fuelling performance - optimal timing. Optimising recovery through nutrition. The importance of micronutrients and a wholefood diet (versus the use of s…

This week the lads sit down to chat about Tom racing in Greece and why XTERRA is Tom's new favourite triathlon format. They also chat training, pressure around races and how to continue to enjoy your endurance sports. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight

Sophie Grace Holmes shouldn't be alive right now. She was told by doctors she would not make it beyond her teenage years. Now she lives to challenge herself, her athletes and inspire those with Cystic Fibrosis that they can achieve incredible things. Her next challenge is 36 consecutive marathons in 36 days starting with London and finishing with E…

What does it take to go from being HIIT fit to Ironman fit? Today IF Endurance Coach Rob Foster tells us how, using a real-life case study. Precision fuel and hydration discount: https://visit.pfandh.com/innerfight

Eoin Everard is a sub 4 minute miler, Sub 14 minute 5K and sub 30 minute 10K Runner. He is the current European O35 3000m champion and has represented Ireland from 800m to 10K. He is a chartered physiotherapist and Pilates instructor with a PhD in Human Movement. He used his background in physio, Pilates and his own struggles with injury to develop…

Last year famous endurance journalist Alex Hutchinson wrote an article in Outside magazine, ‘Future of endurance training research’. In it he describes the 5 best advancements in the last 15 years and 4 things we will see in the next 15 years. In today’s show Tom and Rob discuss what the general population can gain from these insights! Precision fu…

Taylor is a running coach, event organiser, ultra runner, and adventurer. He studied Sports science at university then moved into the Royal Marines, before becoming a Race Director for Ultra X and finally setting up his own coaching and event organising company. His list of running accomplishments in the last few years is pretty wild as well as the…

How can you master the mental challenges in endurance sports? This week, @robjonesendurance shares invaluable insights on conquering the mental hurdles of long-distance running. Learn how to break down daunting distances, refuel strategically, and stay focused with unique focal points. It's all about turning the impossible into manageable victories…

Dr Tom Wright is a Family Physician, Personal and Team Coach, Wellbeing Advocate & Adventurer. He believes you can choose how you see life. A post on Dr Toms LinkedInn sparked a conversation between him and Tom, and an idea was born. A four part podcast series on 'the path'. A discovery journey for you to find out where you are going in life and wh…

Rob Jones and Tom Walker are joined by Rob Foster today to chat through Xterra Oman and what a Canova special is. The lads also discuss Ultra running in the olympics? Kipchoges recent marathon performance and Pogacar sending it at Strade Bianchi. Last but not least, the big UAE season ender, Into the Darkness is coming! What is it? Listen in to tod…

Hana Bibi is the first to admit that she used to hate running! She is now on a mission to complete the 6 Marathon Majors. Listen to her story, what fuels her to push through the hard sessions and how running has changed her life in this weeks show.

There is a new player in town! @T100triathlon is coming to Dubai this year! Find out more in todays show alongside a catch up between @robjonesenduranceand @Tomwalkerfitness about Ironman 70.3 Muscat, Oman camping, Xterra Oman and RAK half marathon.

Maddy Nutt is a professional gravel cyclist based in London, U.K with a past life in city finance and present one in gravel racing! Check out Maddy's Youtube channel www.youtube.com/@maddynutt Check out Cycle Strong https://www.trainingpeaks.com/training-plans/cycling/road-cycling/tp-419799/cycle-strong-program Want to get involved with our coachin…

This week We have Coach Simon from InnerFight Endurance Ireland back on the show. What does the community look like in Europe. What direction is Endurance running taking in Ireland and What are the benefits of community coaching vs traditional 1-2-1 vs a free run club? All this and more in this weeks show.…

A new fitness race seems to be dominating our feeds and lives. Hyrox is a blend of running and low-skill movements but is taking the world by storm. In this weeks show. Coach Jess Towl shares all things Hyrox. Strategy, training tips, mistakes she's made and how to avoid them as well as her thoughts on if Hyrox is here to stay or if its just anothe…

It’s been a busy first year for IFE NZ and coach Zoe! A new born, a return to run program, new clients, a mums runs club and an endurance community built on purpose and values. Tune in today to hear Zoe chat through it all and what shes got to come in 2024.

Humaid Alghandi has lived in the UAE all his life. 5 years ago he found endurance sport and since then changed turned his life around to be healthier, fitter and most of all happier. Humaid joins Tom and Rob on today's show to discuss his learnings that hopefully inspire listeners to either keep on with their journey or find a new one. Don't forget…

Its that goal setting time of the year! Todays show can help you set goals that you can actually have control of and understand the process and performance required to achieve them. If you find this show useful please share it with someone and if you find it really useful! Please give us a rating

Final show of the year is here! The lads talk Ultra Trackmas, Christmas dinners and how to navigate through the holidays as an endurance athlete! We will be back in the new year!

This week we have a guest. Karen Nicol. An Ultra runner, coach and Co-founder of the Wildheart Runners based just outside of Glasgow in Scotland. Expect to hear about women's safety in running, training around menstrual cycles, Backyard Ultra and much much more.

Ever wondered how long it might take you to get mid pack? Front pack? Be comfortable swimming, riding or running with the guys in front of you? well, this show might help you. Coach Rob Foster returns on the show to chat with Tom Walker about time lines of improvement within endurance sport. We hope you enjoy!…

It is finally here! Five years after Run Strong was released we now bring you Cycle Strong. An online based strength program designed to get you stronger for the bike! Mountain bike, road bike, triathlon bike, this program can work for you! You can find it here on TrainingPeaks I hope you enjoy!