On this Q&A, Tommy takes submitted listener questions on training for difference types of races from a 10K to a hilly Half, to a 100K Ultra. He discusses how much you should lean on Heart Rate data, as well as how to deal with Over Pronation and a frustrating niggle. Tommy's COACHING! Next intake 4th August! Find out more below! https://tommy-lewis.boonpage.com/thats-runnable-coaching-hub VIDEO EPISODES WILL NOW BE LIVE ON YOUTUBE before being uploaded to Spotify. https://www.youtube.com/@th...
Jul 24, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 47
Full race recap from Tommy on Devil's Gulch 100 Miler! Check out the race for yourself! REGISTRATIONS are NOW OPEN for 2026! https://www.evergreentrailruns.com/tommy/ Tommy's COACHING! Next intake 4th August! Find out more below! https://tommy-lewis.boonpage.com/thats-runnable-coaching-hub VIDEO EPISODES WILL NOW BE LIVE ON YOUTUBE before being uploaded to Spotify. https://www.youtube.com/@thatsrunnable SUBMIT A QUESTION : If you want to submit your own burning question, or a topic you think wou...
Jul 22, 2025•57 min•Ep. 46
Olympic bronze medallist Alex Haydock-Wilson joins Tommy to talk about what really happens after you achieve your biggest dreams. In this honest and powerful conversation, we explore life after the Olympics , the emotional highs and lows of elite sport, and why Alex is choosing to prioritise mental health , authenticity , and joy in running as he looks ahead to the next chapter. They dive into what it means to redefine success , how to navigate the come down after Olympic glory , and the importa...
Jul 10, 2025•47 min•Ep. 45
Head out to the hills of Washington State for a casual catch up with Tommy and a reflection on how the privilege and opportunity to head to the US for a race is not lost on him. SUBMIT A QUESTION : If you want to submit your own burning question, or a topic you think would be interesting to discuss on a future episode, record a short voice note, We'd would love to hear from you :) Buy Me a Coffee ☕️: If you'd like to support Tommy directly and offer some small financial support, you can buy him ...
Jul 08, 2025•40 min•Ep. 43
Ever wondered what it’d be like to take the Ring to Mordor? Tommy chats with trail runner James Norbury , who did exactly that - dressed as a hobbit, alongside his friend Alex, on a unique mission to blend adventure with fun. James dives into the highs and lows of the journey, the importance of not taking yourself too seriously, and why joy should always be at the heart of running. From epic trails to unexpected challenges, this is a conversation about adventure, playfulness, and the magic that ...
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 43
Most runners know they should be doing strength work. But they either: – Don’t know where to start – Don’t have confidence in the gym – Or end up winging it, hoping it helps. And when the niggles hit… or progress stalls… they blame their shoes, or their sleep, or tell themselves they just need to try harder. I’ve been there. I’ve coached people through it. And it’s exactly why I became a personal trainer and running coach. If you're tired of guessing your way through training… if you feel discon...
Jun 28, 2025•6 min
Josh and Tommy return for another episode of That's Notable. For Show & Tell, Tommy shows off his new race participation bling, and Josh nerds out about his new flashlights. They also tackle some controversial topics responding to some triggering social media content, and how does Dead Cow Gully compare to the superiorly covered BPN Backyard Go One More? --------- GROUP COACHING! Next intake 7th July! JOIN NOW ! That's Runnable Website : Find out more about That's Runnable and the Coaching H...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 42
Two Ultras in a row, two 100K+ weekends. How did Tommy handle it? What were his expectations? What did he learn? All shared in this week's episode! COACHING! Next intake 7the June! JOIN NOW! That's Runnable Website : Find out more about That's Runnable and the Coaching Hub -------- Soar : This episode is sponsored by Soar. If you're looking for the highest quality running kit that money can buy, go to soarrunning.com ----------- Devil's Gulch : find out more about the race that promises to be To...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 41
What is That's Runnable?
Jun 05, 2025•2 min
We're diving into a Q&A for this - the 40th! - Episode. Tommy answers listener questions about how to manage Long Run fatigue, running information overload, dealing with pressure, what are the best mixed-terrain running shoes, managing calories when recovering from a race, body composition and more! ------- That's Runnable Website : Find out more about That's Runnable and the Coaching Hub -------- INOV8 is a renowned sports brand based in the mighty fells of the Lake District. They design in...
Jun 05, 2025•43 min•Ep. 40
Josh and Tommy are back together for episode number 3 of That's Notable! For Show & Tell, Josh has been triggered by something he saw on social media in the wake of Cocodona 250, and Tommy bought a new toy at Decathlon. There are some big questions in this one, and in true That's Notable style, Josh and Tommy keep it real and talk about what's on their mind during the solo, headphone-less runs. ------- GROUP COACHING! Next intake 2nd June! JOIN NOW! That's Runnable Website : Find out more ab...
May 29, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 39
In this solo episode, Tommy explores the complex relationship between running and the internet. As a runner of 12 years who once kept his miles private and offline, he reflects on how much the running world has changed with the rise of apps, social media, and constant connectivity. Starting with the downsides such as comparison culture, curated identities, and data obsession, he unpacks the ways online life can quietly distort the joy of running. Tommy also speaks to the unexpected gifts of the ...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 38
Sometimes we need to be slapped around by life to truly learn. In this one, Tommy reflects on his week of dealing with a persistent and, at times, debilitating headache, his trip to A&E to seek a diagnosis, collapsing at home, and the reality check of health scares. He touches on the dangers of pushing too hard when you just shouldn't, why he feels motivated to do so (both positively and negatively), and how even a minor scare on a wednesday afternoon can have you reflecting deeply on the im...
May 15, 2025•36 min•Ep. 37
Why does the running world get so uncomfortable when a “gym bro” signs up for an ultra? In this episode, Tommy is joined by Brian Peterson - host of Wolfie’s World on Borderlands - for a provocative and thoughtful conversation about tribalism in endurance culture, the stereotypes we attach to strength athletes, and why we need to rid the sport of this gatekeeping! Together, they unpack the tension between ultra-running’s gritty, minimalist identity and the bold, often aesthetic-driven gym cultur...
May 12, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 36
Recorded from a local public park, Tommy shows he’s not immune to worrying what people think either. Whether it's lacing up for a run, filming a reel, or shifting careers from corporate to coaching, that voice of doubt is always there. This isn’t just about running - it’s about identity, vulnerability, and showing up even when you feel ridiculous. Tommy shares personal stories, from awkward public filming to the fear of posting online, and offers honest reflections and practical tools for anyone...
May 08, 2025•33 min•Ep. 35
This one picks up right after the race. Brim made it through the night, through the day and into the second night. Having climbed 4 mountains, travelled ~100km and climbed and descended 6500m, his gut took drivers seat and started dictating his race. Tommy was there when it happened and saw first hand the lengths Brim continues to push in the sport he adores. A week later, Brim and Tommy sat down to chat about the whole experience. From the physical to the emotional, they unpack what it’s like t...
May 02, 2025•48 min•Ep. 34
After months of training and high hopes for MIUT 115, Tommy DNF’d just 26km into the race following an ankle sprain. In this raw and reflective solo episode, he shares the story behind what felt like his first real DNF - what happened, how it felt, and why it might be the most important race he didn’t finish. But this isn’t just a race recap. It’s a deeper conversation about failure, identity, self-imposed pressure, and the fire that comes when things don’t go to plan. Tommy explores why desire ...
May 01, 2025•40 min•Ep. 33
This one’s a little different. Ben Brimmer is a good mate of Tommy's, and instead of the usual setup, they've recorded this episode out in the mountains - just two friends chatting about running, purpose, and everything in between. Brim opens up about some of the harder chapters of his ultra journey - running to the point of hospitalisation, the burnout that followed, and what it felt like to lose the “why” and regain it again. They went into how Brim has massively overcome his gut issues during...
Apr 25, 2025•29 min•Ep. 32
Josh and Tommy are back together for the second time. This time with more structure. There's a "show & tell" with Tommy's new favourite purchase for his upcoming race, and a hot discussion topic from Josh on the return of Katie Schide and Germain Grangier to the On trail team. Both bring some thought provoking questions about running, trails, social media and what's good for us. Leave a comment and share your thoughts :) ❤️ -------- That's Runnable Website : Find out more about That's Runnab...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 31
This one’s for you - the listeners, the question-askers, the curious minds behind the 250,000+ streams, 30 episodes, 12.5K subscribers/followers, and the frankly outrageous 4.9/5 ratings across Spotify and Apple. Thank you for being part of this. In this episode, Tommy dives into a massive backlog of listener questions. Some he answers quickly, others he rambles on a bit. Think training structure, strength splits, rest days, VO2 max (or lack of interest in it), mental toughness, post-ultra meals...
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 30
Explore the crucial difference between pain and suffering and why that distinction matters so much in training, racing, and life. Pain is the raw sensation. Suffering is the story we tell ourselves about it. Drawing from both research and real-world examples (including the kitchen floor, gym sessions, and lonely ultras), Tommy shares practical tools to reframe discomfort and lean into it with more awareness, less resistance, and a lot more power. -------- That's Runnable Website : Find out more ...
Apr 10, 2025•46 min•Ep. 29
Tommy got his first DNF (Did Not Finish) this weekend at Lone Wolf South East . What happened? Did he injure himself? Has it ruined his path to 100 miles this summer? Or did he make the right call early enough? Find out on this episode as he recounts his training leading up to the race in the months, weeks and days prior, and talks though the event itself. We also have our second edition of RunBiz , this time with Lee Proctor of INOV8, where we talk about INOV8's origin story, what Fell Running ...
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 28
Tommy sits down with ultra runner, writer, and creative Josh Lynott for a wide-ranging, light-hearted, and honest chat about running, creativity, and showing up authentically in a crowded space. From the power of vulnerability in the creative process to navigating online noise, we dive into what it means to express your true self, whether on the trail, on the page, or on social media. We talk about the value of shipping your work , ditching perfectionism, and the often messy beauty of just takin...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 27
In this deeply personal and unmissable episode, Tommy revisits the story behind how running, strength, and mindfulness became his anchors during the most challenging period of his life. Through raw storytelling and honest reflection, he shares how discovering the feedback loop of mindful movement, the intersection of running, strength, and presence, transformed not just his training, but his entire outlook on life. This philosophy is at the heart of That’s Runnable , shaping both the Coaching Hu...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 26
Host Tommy speaks with Michelle Goldberg and Heidi Baker from the Let’s Run That Again Podcast to explore the world of ultra running, adventure, and race preparation . Both Heidi and Tommy are training for Devil’s Gulch 100 miler by Evergreen Trails in July, while Michelle is preparing for the monumental Cocodona 250 . The conversation covers the physical and mental challenges of ultra running, the problems with Strava culture, and the importance of maintaining a grateful mindset in endurance sp...
Mar 13, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 25
Want to keep running strong for years without constantly battling injuries? In this episode, Tommy breaks down three key pillars of longevity in running: Strength, Mobility, and Balance - and why ignoring them will eventually catch up with you. Tommy shares his own journey from being an injury-prone runner who thought gunning it every time was the key to improvement, to realising that staying in the game for the long haul was really his aim and it would take a smarter, more mature approach . He ...
Mar 07, 2025•54 min•Ep. 24
Is running bad for your knees? Do you need to run every day to improve? Will running make you lose muscle? In this episode, Tommy's busting 10 of the most common running misconceptions with science-backed insights and real-world experience. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, understanding these myths can help you train smarter, run stronger, and stay injury-free. Check out That’s Runnable Coaching Hub - a space to help you stay strong, train sustainably, and run for life. The online...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 23
Tommy shares how he's training for Devil's Gulch by Evergreen Trails, his first 100-mile mountain ultra, while living in the flat streets of London. He talks about creative ways to get elevation, like stair climbs and treadmill sessions, plus the mental challenge of preparing for 20,000 feet of climbing in the Washington State wilderness. Tommy also dives into the old-school, dirtbag spirit of ultra running, the kind that values grit, suffering, and wild stories over data and splits. It's about ...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 22
Tommy explores the power of mindfulness in training. Not just meditation, but as a way to be fully present in movement. Too often, runners and athletes get caught up in the numbers like pace, distance and heart rate without truly tuning into how their bodies feel. Tommy breaks down what mindfulness in training really means, why it matters for performance, injury prevention, and long-term enjoyment, and how simple awareness techniques can make every session more effective. From breath control to ...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 21
Tommy shares a brief update on his recent trip to Egypt and the story behind his zombie-like, bloodshot eyes (there's a good reason, promise). He also addresses the delay in the episode release and discusses his redefined approach to social media. Then, it’s time to dive into a Q&A session, where Tommy tackles listener questions about Zone 2, VO2 max, ultra training tips, how to get kids into running, and much more. Tune in for a mix of personal anecdotes and expert advice on all things runn...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 20
