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Maximum Mileage Running PodcastAuthor: Nick Hancock
"Welcome to the Maximum Mileage Running Podcast 'Real Chat for Real Runners.' Join your hosts, Nick Hancock, a UESCA and UK Athletics certified running coach, Faye Johnson, a UK Athletics running coach and Level 4 PT, and Hannah Witt, a UESCA certified running coach and Human Biology graduate in North Carolina!Our mission? To deliver professional insights, training tips, and inspiring stories to everyday runners. Whether you're trying to squeeze in miles around a hectic lifestyle or lacing up your shoes for the first ultra of many, we're here to sort you out.But it's not all sweat and blisters; we bring the humour too. Expect laughs, no-holds-barred discussions, and even the occasional F-bomb. We're real people talking about real running experiences - the triumphs, the challenges, and the unforgettable moments that make every mile worth it.The Maximum Mileage Running Podcast is for those who love to run long, run strong, and have a good laugh along the way. Subscribe now and make every run count." Language: en-gb Genres: Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Running, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ultra Marathon Training Tips for Technical Trails, Fueling & Mental Toughness with Daniel Hamilton
Thursday, 7 May, 2026
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I sit down with ultra runner, veteran, and mental health counselor Daniel Hamilton to talk about what actually matters when training for ultramarathons and technical trail races.We dive into how to run technical terrain more efficiently, improve cadence and downhill running, train on tired legs, and why so many ultra runners are too focused on pace. Daniel also shares lessons from his own racing career, including fueling strategies after dealing with severe blood sugar issues during competition and how mental toughness plays a huge role in endurance racing.We also talk about:• Ultra marathon training strategies• Technical trail running skills• Cadence and downhill efficiency• Training on tired legs• Fueling for ultramarathons• Mental toughness in endurance racing• Trail race pacing and race strategy• Strength training for trail runners• How to prepare for technical mountain racesIf you’re training for your first ultra, a mountain race, or just want to become a stronger and more durable trail runner, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply right away.Right, that's us done. If that was useful… share it. Stick it in your club WhatsApp, send it to that mate who's always getting injured three weeks before race day. You know the one ;)If you want to go deeper on any of this, Nick puts out videos every week on YouTube, and the entire team of coaches are sharing helpful tips on their instagram channels... links below. And if you're thinking you actually need a proper plan and someone in your corner… we've got Guided Coaching from 97 quid a month, right up to full one-to-one coaching with the coach of your choice. Either way, maximummileagecoaching.com is where you want to be.See you on the next one.To work with us - https://join.maximummileagecoaching.com/home-page-9835Nick's YT - youtube.com/channel/UCgdIPeN3bF7I7-tcspyFbVg/Faye's IG - https://www.instagram.com/fayejohnsoncoaching/Rachael's IG - https://www.instagram.com/rachforthelongrun/Hannah's IG - https://www.instagram.com/coach_hannah_witt/Matt's IG - https://www.instagram.com/ultracoachmatt/
