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Local Runners PodcastAuthor: Local Runners Podcast
Welcome to Local Runner Podcast. The podcast by runners, for runners. We are 5 enthusiastic club level runners based in the Tameside, Greater Manchester. We all run for different clubs in the Greater Manchester area, but we all share a love for running. In our episodes, we will be interviewing runners past and presentfast, steady and slow; reviewing some of the kit, talking about races and parkruns but if you have any suggestions, we'd love to hear from you. We also have Twitter and Instagram pages - @localrunnerspod as well as Facebook - LocalRunnersPodcast Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 130 - Unpopular Opinions | Marathons Are Overrated | Hydration Vests for 5k
Episode 130
Tuesday, 7 April, 2026
--- 🏃♂️ EPISODE OVERVIEW ---In Episode 130 of the Local Runners Podcast, we sit down and discuss your unpopular opinions. From hydration vests for 5k are not needed? Marathons are overrated? Running along the canal is enjoyable? Men shouldn't wear tight shorts?--- 🎙️ EPISODE SPONSORS ---This episode is brought to you in collaboration with Activ8 Sports Therapy in Hyde. Chelsea at @activ8sportstherapy is an expert Sports Therapist and Rehabilitation specialist who runs the clinic. They provide everything from injury assessment and treatment to strength and conditioning advice . Whether you’re dealing with a niggle or working towards a spring marathon!Get in touch over at @activ8sportstherapyRace Reviews are sponsored by with precision fuel and hydration. The team have been using precision fuel and hydration for fuelling long runs and recovery. Katie contacted them to help her with her Berlin training and risk of cramp. Both me and Katie use them for fuelling our sessions and long runs. Great to get onboard with a brand we already know and love.@precisionfandh --- 🎙️ ABOUT THE LOCAL RUNNERS PODCAST ---The podcast by runners, for runners. The Local Runners Podcast celebrates and shines a light on running talent in the North West of England and beyond.We’ve hosted a wide range of guests, from Olympic Gold Medalists like Georgia Taylor-Brown and 1500m World Champion Jake Wightman, to self-proclaimed “mid-pack runners” and those who have just crossed the finish line of their first Couch to 5K. We believe runners of all abilities deserve a platform to share their stories.🌐 Visit our website: https://localrunnerspodcast.co.uk✅ SUBSCRIBE for weekly episodes:https://www.youtube.com/@localrunnerspodcast--- 📱 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL ---Instagram: @LocalRunnersPodFacebook: /LocalRunnersPodcast#RunningPodcast #LocalRunners #Tameside5K #UKRunning #TrainingTips #Athletics #CouchTo5K





