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The Long Run Show

FORDY RUNS www.fordyruns.com
Welcome to the FORDY RUNS Podcast & Livestream – your go-to destination for all things running, inspiration, and personal growth! Join FORDY RUNS aka Chris Ford, a renowned running coach, youtuber and motivational influencer, as he blends his infectious energy, expert insights, and engaging conversation with fellow runners and thought leaders. Dive into unfiltered conversations that delve deep into the art of running, conquering mental barriers, discovering effective training techniques, and exploring the transformative power of this exhilarating sport.

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Episodes

Beginner Marathon Tips

In this week's packed show (with some tech probs which are soon sorted but you have been warned to stick around!) we are discussing training according to effort and not mileage! We also have Louise back on who is training for the London Marathon and we will be helping her with some Marathon training tips. Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING CO...

Jun 24, 20221 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 53

The Long Run Birthday Special

It is our Birthday! We have been on air for 52 weeks and amazingly no one has taken us off air! This week we are celebrating the number one Running Podcast in the world with a look back but also a look forward! Thanks to everyone who tunes in live every week but also then listens to us as a Podcast! Please keep spreading the word! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/3...

Jun 17, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 52

Overtraining when Marathon Training!

In this week's packed show we are discussing Overtraining and Undertraining! With marathon training starting for many we wanted to discuss the signs of both and how hard it can actually be not to overtrain! There will be the usual viewer questions and emails as we also look forward to the Southend Half Marathon! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUN...

Jun 10, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 51

Our 50th Show!

We made it to 50 episodes! Who would have thought 4 non elite runners talking about running (and a lot not about running) would make it to 50 episodes! This week we have an Edinburgh Marathon debrief, celebrate the Queen's jubilee and focus on what is next in our running journeys! Thanks to everyone who keeps listening and sharing this Podcast we really appreciate it! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/sto...

Jun 03, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 50

Running in the Heat and looking forward to the Edinburgh Marathon!

In this weeks awesome show we are looking forward to this weekend's Edinburgh Marathon as three of us head to Scotland to run 26.2 miles! We look back at the Hackney Half and discuss some of the complaints from runners on that event. We discuss hydrating and being hydrated and also adjusting your runs for when it is hot! In the show we will also be going over the new Brighton Marathon route! As always there will be questions answered from our live audience and if we get time get to some of your ...

May 27, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 49

What to do before a Big Race!

In this weeks super busy show we are chatting about what a week before a big race looks and feels like! We have a Copenhagen Marathon debrief from Alan and Toby is once again missing in action! We will be answering some of your emails as we have loads (thank you) and the usual running questions and answers from our live audience! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/37...

May 20, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 48

Mental Health Awareness Week & Running Abroad

In this week's action packed show we have our International Athlete Alan Bowley is live from Copenhagen telling us his experiences taking part in races abroad! We will be talking about the importance of Mental Health and Running plus actually answering some of your emails! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 S...

May 13, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 47

Running in the Heat & Tapering!

In this week's Long Run Show we are giving out some tapering tips, chatting about running in the heat and recapping the Vitality 10k where we smashed some Pb's! Talking about the end of Sir Mo Farah (maybe) and all the usual emails, questions all about running! Shop the Long Run Show Merch Store: https://www.fordyruns.com/store Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370v...

May 06, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 46

How to Run a Faster 10k

In this week's Long Run Show we are chatting about how to run a faster 10k as we look forward to the Vitality 10000 race in London! We also discuss last weekends Dublin parkrun and answer some of your emails! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 SUBSCRIBE TO STAY UPTO DATE: https://bit.ly/2MGabXA MORE INFO: www...

Apr 29, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 45

Marathon Des Sables & BHUTAN!

In this weeks show we get back together after our Easter break and chat about Marathon Des Sables with our very special guest! We also talk about running lows after big races. We discuss where we are at in our training and looking forward to the weekend! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 SUBSCRIBE TO STAY UP...

Apr 22, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 44

Good Friday Email Special!

In this week's Running Podcast we finally get round to answering some of your emails! From shoe rotations to unproductive Garmin's we have it all in this week's email special! SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & BUY YOUR RUNNING SHOES HERE: https://bit.ly/2WjL2rF WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw BE THE PINK RUNNER: https://www.fordyruns.com/thepinkrunner Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP...

Apr 15, 202250 minSeason 1Ep. 43

Some proper Running Tips (for a change!)

In this weeks show we go back over last weekends London Landmarks Half Marathon and discuss the GPS issues! Wilko tells us what it was like to volunteer at a large running event! We look ahead to the Brighton Marathon and might actually get to answer one of your emails! SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & BUY YOUR SHOES HERE: https://bit.ly/2WjL2rF WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw BE THE PINK RUNNER: https://www.fordyruns.com/thepinkrunner Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fo...

Apr 08, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 42

How to Run a Faster Half Marathon in London!

London Landmarks Half Marathon Special! In this week's Livestream and Podcast we look forward to the weekend's first big event of the year ... The London Landmarks Half Marathon! We also give a shout out to all the Manchester Marathon Runners who will be taking on 26.2 miles this weekend! It will be a busy show with plenty of tips and hints for both the Half Marathon and Marathon! This episode was sponsored by Skechers! Check out all their latest performance Apparel and Shoes! Head over to: http...

Apr 01, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 41

How to Run Faster!

How to Run Faster! In this week's show we are joined by the super fast Ben Is Running who joins us after recently winning the London Winter 10k! Ben gives us some great insight into how to run faster and all the things he adds into his training to help him become the speed machine that he is! Also in this week's show Alan returns and Toby is back in charge of production! Check out Ben's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BenIsRunning Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www...

Mar 25, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 40

I got a London Marathon Ballot Place! PLUS How to Run with your Dog!

In this week's Long Run Podcast we are discussing running with your dog at parkrun as the rules have changed! We have a canicross expert on answering all your dog running questions! PLUS we have one of the lucky few who got a London Marathon ballot place so our coaches will be giving some tips on how to train for the London Marathon! As usual we will be answering questions and discussing viewer topics! SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & BUY YOUR SHOES HERE: https://bit.ly/2WjL2rF WANT TO HELP MORE? https...

Mar 18, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 39

parkrun but not as we know it!

In this week's Long Run Podcast we are discussing parkrun but not as we know it! We have stats man Tim Grose on the show who is famous for his parkrun stats including which is the fastest and most popular parkrun! We also chat about down weeks and what are the benefits plus how to run intervals! As usual we will be answering questions and discussing viewer topics! Check out Tim's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TimGrose SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & BUY YOUR SHOES HERE: https://bit.ly/2Wj...

Mar 11, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 38

How to use Races in your Training Plan!

In this week's Long Run Podcast we are discussing the decision by Brighton Marathon organisers to not have a bag drop on race day, Manchester Marathon and their refusal to allow deferrals after January 31st PLUS how to use races in a training block! As usual we will be answering questions and discussing viewer topics! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FORDY at MANSCAPED.com ! #ad #manscapedpod Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club ...

Mar 04, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Should the London Marathon Ballot be less than 20 weeks?

In this week's Long Run Podcast we are discussing the London Marathon 2022 ballot fiasco! Plus in the show we will chatting about who got into the Great North Run and upcoming races this Spring including the London Landmarks Half! As usual we will be answering questions and discussing viewer topics! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FORDY at MANSCAPED.com ! #ad #manscapedpod Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: h...

Feb 25, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 36

How to Run a Faster Half Marathon!

Running a faster Half Marathon! How on earth do you get faster over 13.1 miles? This week we aim to help with that along with discussing the recent Winter 10k, How not to test Running Watches oh and we have a guest! Once again this episode is sponsored by Manscaped! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FORDY at MANSCAPED.com ! #ad #manscapedpod Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WAN...

Feb 18, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 35

What to do if you get a Marathon Place!

The Comeback! Join us for this week's Livestream and Podcast (which is our longest ever!) as we discuss what to do if you get a London Marathon place (and if you don't!). We look ahead to the Winter 10k and a scientific experiment the boys are carrying out! Also some exciting MANSCAPED news plus the band is back together as FORDY returns from the operating table! Jam packed as always! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code FORDY at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Support the sho...

Feb 11, 20221 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Injury Prevention with our resident Osteo!

In this week's epic show we have our resident Osteopath on for a chat about injury prevention and all things running relating to injuries! Answering your questions on the usual questions about runners knee plus some tips and advice on cross training and much more! For more info on Monica go to: https://www.mfb-osteopathy.com/ Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnT...

Feb 04, 20221 hrSeason 1Ep. 33

We reach all four corners of the Globe and we finally have a guest on!

Weekly Podcast for the Everyday Runner! This week we have Marathon and Ultra Marathon runner Chris from YouTube Channel, Here we are Running on the Podcast discussing his training, his running journey and stability running shoes! The boys are catching up on the weeks events including an awesome email from the latest Country that we have conquered! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE?...

Jan 28, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Starting your own Running Club!

In this week's show we talk about creating an ultra-inclusive running club and how YOU can join our FORDY RUNS revolution and start a club in your town no matter where you are in the world! As always there is the usual update on our healthy eating, Fordy's rant about the cost of running watches and more of the same in this episode of the most popular running podcast in the world! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordy...

Jan 21, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 31

We made a Podcast about Running (only took 30 episodes)

Episode 30 of our awesome Podcast and somehow it is all about Running! This week we are chatting about the National Running Show, Three Tips to Make you a Better Runner and answering your questions as always on running shoes, tapering and anything else that popped up! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 SUBSCR...

Jan 14, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Does a Plant based diet give you wind?

In this week's new show we are back live discussing Plant based diets, Stability shoes, Running motivation, Toby's new girlfriend, parkrun and sooooo much more! We also play homage to Marathon Talk which ends next week (sad times)! There is a reason why we are the most popular running podcast in the world ... tune in to find out why and then let us know! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HEL...

Jan 07, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Goals for 2022!

In this week's New Years Eve special we nail down our Running goals for 2022 plus look ahead to what races we are targeting in 2022! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 SUBSCRIBE TO STAY UPTO DATE: https://bit.ly/2MGabXA MORE INFO: www.fordyruns.com YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/c/fordyruns Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Dec 31, 202150 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Christmas Eve Special!

In this Christmas Eve special we chat about 2021! We look back at the highlights from the year and pick out our personal best moment from what has been an incredible year! Join us for some festive banter as we pick apart our 2021! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 SUBSCRIBE TO STAY UPTO DATE: https://bit.ly/...

Dec 24, 202154 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Running Slow and our worst Podcast yet!

Our final live show of the year! In this week's livestream and podcast we are discussing the week's running events, looking forward to the Christmas 10k and discussing our plans for over Christmas! We also chat about running 'easy' and how it can be a benefit! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 SUBSCRIBE TO S...

Dec 17, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 26

The Brighton Marathon Rip Off and Covid Booster Jabs!

In this week's show we chat about the unbelievable price of the Brighton Marathon and what other races are charging! We discuss shift work and how that impacts your running plus we argue about Christmas jumpers and talk a little bit about running! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 SUBSCRIBE TO STAY UPTO DATE...

Dec 10, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Christmas Special! What do you buy a Runner?

In this week's Podcast we help all you everyday runners with some awesome Christmas present ideas! We also discuss running over the festive period and smashing Christmas Day parkrun! Support the show JOIN OUR AFFILIATED RUNNING CLUB: www.fordyruns.com/running-club FORDY RUNS MERCH: https://www.fordyruns.com/store WANT TO HELP MORE? https://bit.ly/370vnTw JOIN OUR RUNNING COMMUNITY: https://bit.ly/2BVCVr6 SUBSCRIBE TO STAY UPTO DATE: https://bit.ly/2MGabXA MORE INFO: www.fordyruns.com YOUTUBE: ww...

Dec 03, 202144 minSeason 1Ep. 24
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