The Inside Track

Olympians and retired athletes Eilidh Doyle (athletics) and Susan Egelstaff (badminton) discuss the current crop of Scottish Athletes as they target the Paris Olympic Games.

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Episode 9 - What does the future hold for the Commonwealth Games?

Almost a decade on from Glasgow hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2014, Eilidh and Susan look back to what the games meant to them and look ahead to the uncertain future they face now. Eilidh and Susan will be introducing a new bonus podcast this year, which will celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Commonwealth Games being held in Glasgow. The bonus podcast will include special guests and exclusive stories from that incredible games. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilid...

Jan 11, 2024•32 min

Episode 7 - Megan Keith, the dreaded “D” word and training on Christmas Day!

In this week’s episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at Megan Keith’s wonderful winning performance at the European Cross Country Championships. They also discuss the state of doping in athletics and share their experiences of drug tests and being on the anti-doping whereabouts system. Lastly they give their take on whether Christmas Day should involve training! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com...

Dec 13, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Episode 6 - How easy is it to retire from elite sport?

In this week's episode, Eilidh and Susan talk about their experiences of retirement, the moment you eventually decide to retire and the emotions that go with that. They also discuss whether there should be more support for athletes transitioning out of sport. As always, listen and share any comments and feedback! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com

Nov 22, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Episode 5 - Awards, departures and looking after the athlete.

In the latest episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan discuss the recent winners from the Scottish Athletics 4J Annual Awards Dinner. They give their views on the recent announcement from British Athletics regarding the departure of Stephen Maguire. Plus funding choices, the Ingebrigsten's and lots more. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com

Nov 02, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Episode 4 - Losing shoes, the Diamond League final and reflecting on the 2023 season!

In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back on the Diamond League Final and look ahead to the Scottish Athletics Awards Dinner. They discuss the winners and breakthrough stars of the year as well as share some cross country memories! Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com

Oct 11, 2023•35 min

Episode 3 - Diamond Leagues and Scottish dominance in New York!

Eilidh and Susan look back at the last couple of Diamond League races, including Zurich and Brussels as well as discussing the Scottish domination that has taken over the 5th Avenue Mile in New York! Please feedback and engage via our social media channels or get in touch at theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com

Sep 13, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Episode 2 - Looking back on Budapest

Join Eilidh and Susan as they look back on all the excitement from the World Athletics Championships. Surprisingly, one of their main discussions involve the men's 1500m and that incredible winning run from Josh Kerr. They also look back on all the Scottish performances from the champs as well as some of the big talking points, including that impressive final performance from Femke Bol. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com...

Aug 29, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Episode 1 - A preview of the World Athletics Championships in Budapest.

In the first episode of The Inside Track, Susan and Eilidh discuss the 8 Scottish athletes that will be representing Great Britain at this months World Championships in Budapest. As well as sharing their views on the new British Athletics selection policy. Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: theinsidetrackpod@gmail.com

Aug 17, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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