Despite our creativity and quirks, when push comes to shove we humans are creatures of habit. The truth is that developing and maintaining healthy habits—especially the running habit—is no easy feat. But fret not! Today you’re going to learn some valuable lessons to help you stop skipping runs and beating yourself up about it. Helping you build a mindset for success is Dr Heather Mckee, health behaviour change specialist, host of Bitesized Habits podcast and founder of drheathermckee.co.uk. She ...
Feb 28, 2021•48 min•Season 4Ep. 15
The question posed by the Well Far listeners this week was: “I’ve been running the same route for months now and I don’t seem to be getting any faster. I’d like to be able to run a 5K in 30 minutes but I find training plans online a bit overwhelming.” Our expert on the case this week by larger than life celebrity trainer Faisal Abdalla . Listen in for Faisal’s advice on how Fartlek training will help you pick up the pace when your running route is a little too well trodden. But first, an update ...
Feb 26, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 14
This week on Well Far we are chatting to Hear’say popstar, actress, former Dancing on Ice star and now fitness devotee Suzanne Shaw. For 20 years Suzanne has been hopping on and off the health wagon, something I know many of us are guilty of. But it's been in the turmoil of various lockdowns that Suzanne has finally discovered what’s helped her nix negative voices, opening up doors to new challenges and a Remarkable Lifestyle Transformation. She’s smiley, she’s confident and in her words, ‘she’s...
Feb 21, 2021•51 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Our expert this week is the brilliant Emma Brockwell, pelvic health physio therapist and author of “Why Did No One Tell Me?: How to Protect Heal and Nurture Your Body Through Motherhood". The question you lovely listeners want answered this week is: “When I was pregnant with my little boy I got diastasis. 18 months later and I still have what people refer to as the 'mum tum'. I really want to feel strong through my middle again and not wobble but I’m not sure where to start so I just run, which ...
Feb 19, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Today, we’re discussing the gear and gadgets worth spending your hard earned cash on because it doesn’t matter if you’re just a casual runner who clocks miles for headspace or a marathon runner chasing a PB, the truth is, wearing the right kit can help your running endeavors. And who better to coach you in the best running kit for 2021 than Kieran Alger. As a self confessed tech-loving rungeek he’s clocked 42 marathons, bagged a top 100 finish at the Marathon des Sables and run the entire length...
Feb 14, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 11
First up, another honest update from me, Amy, on how I’m handling week 4 of Couch to 5K followed by our first ‘Ask an Expert tip with Charlie Barker of Bumps and Burpees. The question you asked me this week?: “I’m in my first trimester of my first pregnancy and not sure whether it’s OK to run or not? I’m finding it really hard and I’m constantly out of breath.” I hope you find Charlie’s advice helpful - she’s helped me loads in my own post and prenatal fitness journey. And remember, If you guys ...
Feb 12, 2021•8 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Coming up is a deep dive into how you can get more out of your running, whether that’s getting faster, going further or getting leaner, by eating better. Yes, we’re going to sink out teeth into the mighty topic of how best to fuel your fitness and why being a runner shouldn’t give you carte blanche to eat whatever you want. This week’s expert is Rhiannon Lambert. As one the UK’s leading Registered Nutritionists and Founder of private clinic Rhitrition in London’s Harley Street, she leads a team ...
Feb 07, 2021•47 min•Season 4Ep. 9
No guys, you haven't got your days confused. It's not Sunday. It is Friday and I’m excited to introduce a new segment of the show: Ask an Expert. Starting next week, I’ll put your questions to one of my expert pals and they’ll answer it in this segment. You’ll also get a personal update from me! Back in season one, I shared my marathon journey as part of the podcast. So many of you got in touch to say how nice it was that I was training was you guys and it felt like we were all on the journey to...
Feb 05, 2021•10 min•Season 4Ep. 8
This month I’ve returned to running after having my little boy and I’m using the Couch to 5K running plan. But boy, was that first run tough. It wasn’t actually the running that I found that hard but more getting my head in the game and getting out the door. Full disclosure: in the days leading up to my first run I faffed about and put off getting started. To save you from the same mental and physical hurdles I’ve dialled up two run coaches, Rory Knight and Omar Mansour, founders of London runni...
Jan 31, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 7
This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice... Coming up is some brilliant advice from Injury/Performance Educator, precision run coach, head trainer at equinox, and founder of One Track LDN, Anthony Fletcher with his advice on the 5k, 10k and half marathon and then thing that should be included in all plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 30, 2021•4 min•Season 4Ep. 6
This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice... Today, I’m going to introduce you to something called HRV which can help tell you how stressed your body is. It’s really useful for knowing when to take a rest day or when to go out and push yourself with some sprints. Over to Simon Wgerif, founder of ithlete a HRV tracking device and platform, to explain how to use track and use your HRV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 29, 2021•5 min•Season 4Ep. 5
This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice... Today, I’ve got brilliant advice from Michael Wong to share with you. Michael is a leading voice in the global movement for modern mindfulness, a community activist, yoga and meditation teacher, speaker and author. In season one of Well Far I asked him “how can runners enjoy yoga when tight hamstrings and eagerness to run keeps them off the mat?” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jan 28, 2021•4 min•Season 4Ep. 4
This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice... If you’re finding that you’re feeling fatigued either during or after a run, I have some brilliant advice for you to snack on today. Coming up is nutritionist, health writer, internationally published author and champion athlete Anita Bean’s best advice on when to fuel during a run and the best foods to eat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 27, 2021•4 min•Season 4Ep. 3
This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice....Today on Well Far Daily you’re going to hear from writer, activist, television presenter and model Katie Piper on the realities of achieving her goals and why she refuses to feel downbeat if her path to personal glory includes some stumbling blocks. This clip is from Season one of Well Far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 26, 2021•3 min•Season 4Ep. 2
This week we’re counting down to Well Far season 4 with daily tips and advice....Today, I have a clip about running for the joys that's in it, rather than being stopped in your tracks by your stats. We’re going to revisit the moment in my marathon training when I discovered that listening to my body and my internal data was more beneficial to my running than clock watching. To listen to the full episode, please visit: Well Far on Apple Podcasts Well Far on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
Jan 25, 2021•3 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Whether you are just starting out, or here to PB, Well Far is the weekly running podcast to help you to go the distance. I’m your host Amy Lane - author, runner, and health editor - and the show is powered by inspiring runners alongside world leading fitness experts. If you have your sights set on crushing a running goal then subscribe to the pod to get off to a strong start. And if you want someone to train with, well, you’ve got me. I recently took a break from pounding the pavements to have m...
Jan 24, 2021•1 min
When it comes to running, there are certain hurdles you need to get over before you even make it out the door. Whether it's knowing what trainers to choose or whether you're anxious about the way you look, worrying whether you're a 'real' runner or not (you are!), or perhaps just having confidence in your legs for the mileage. In today's episode I've partnered with Sure, who have recently launched a new confidence campaign celebrating their new Sure Advanced Protection range and helping us get t...
Sep 23, 2020•47 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Major depressive disorders have become such an important public health concern that in 2001 the world health organisation determined that depression is one of the leading causes of disability in the world and is a particular burden to us women. But dealing with depression is complex, almost always involving different treatments and prescribing a run isn't a quick fix, but there is research to suggest that body, mind activities such as exercise can support a mother's need both pre and post birth,...
Sep 16, 2020•50 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Up to the plinth to talk about running and motherhood today is Olympic athlete and Perri Edwards (formerly Shake's Drayton). Earlier this year, Perri announced her retirement from sport after 16 years of competing. After many years of life in the fast lane, this year Perri is taking on the huge new role of new Mum to son Mathew who was born just a few weeks ago. Just before Perri gave birth I chatted to her from her Mum's garden to find out how an athlete who's so used to pushing her body to the...
Sep 09, 2020•30 min•Season 3Ep. 17
In the second episode of our mini-series, we’re talking about the power of the pelvic floor. It’s thought that up to 30% of UK women are affected by pelvic floor problems with some experts calling it a silent epidemic. And it’s not just a mother’s or mum-to-be’s problem, although, pregnancy does bring its own set of strains and this life change is normally what puts pelvic health on a runner’s radar. To talk about why runners of all ages and life stages should be training their pelvic floor as m...
Sep 02, 2020•41 min•Season 3Ep. 16
If you're a runner and thinking of trying for a baby pregnant already, or beginning your postpartum journey, then join me every Wednesday over the next four weeks for BABY STEPS - a special bumper series of Well Far dedicated to running for two (during pregnancy and after!) where we discuss how us women can grow a tiny human without losing our sense of self or for going off fitness routines for 10 months. To kick things off, I'm chatting to Tina Muir, host of the running for real podcast and a f...
Aug 26, 2020•50 min•Season 3Ep. 15
We've covered and understood the negative effects that can happen when health goals become compulsive, but for some of us, when done right, changing our body composition can be healthy endeavour. To guide us in the right direction this week I’ve recruited strength coach, PT, Nike master trainer, podcaster and all round wonderful human-being, Joslyn Thompson-Rule for insight into how you can build a healthy fitness routine to get the results you want. Join me for a deep dive into how you can see ...
Jun 14, 2020•46 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Growing up in Tipperary in Ireland, Roz’s running journey began out of a love of the fresh air and freedom it provided. Over the years, it evolved with both positive highs and negative lows. This week we learn how she overcame her struggles to come back stronger as a food writer, hike enthusiast, cookbook author, tv presenter and half marathon runner. We talk about her love-hate relationship with running and even get a great chickpea scramble recipe .. who knew! Join Amy Lane on Instagram: @well...
Jun 07, 2020•44 min•Season 3Ep. 13
This week we are lifting the lid on eating disorders and disordered eating within the running community. Amy opens up about her own personal struggles with an eating disorder by reading a chapter from her book, detailing her journey. Followed by a discussion with Dr Bryony Bamford, a consultant clinical psychologist who has been working with eating disorders for over 15 years, on this complicated and sensitive topic. Please be aware that you could find this episode triggering and it’s important ...
May 31, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 12
For our isolation run chat today we've got the pleasure of calling up influencer and author of Healthy Forever, Connie Simmons. Recently, Connie hit a running milestone that characterises many running journeys - the 5K! We hear how the mum of one has rebuilt strength, fitness and confidence after pregnancy and why building a strong social media community has been key to this journey. To vote for Well Far to win the Listener’s Choice Award, please visit: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/vote ...
May 24, 2020•35 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Many women feel the need to quit running as soon as they see two blue lines but is it necessary? Helping us get to the bottom of this this week is Bridgid Picket (@trail.bird.mama), an ultramarathon runner and trail running enthusiast who made headlines is the first pregnant cover model of Runners World, and Charlie Launder (@charlielaunder), founder of bumps and burpees, who for years has been changing the narrative that pregnancy means sitting on the sofa for nine months. Topics covered: How t...
May 17, 2020•52 min•Season 3Ep. 10
What happens when running goes wrong and how to bounce back and get back on track with British middle distance runner Laura Muirs and Physio Therapist Bradley Scanes. Together they discuss how injury can impact your mental health as well as your physical health, recovery tips, injury-prevention tips all runners should be doing this season as well as some insight into Laura’s training for (now postponed) Tokyo 2020. Please note that this was recorded pre-lockdown. If you think you are injured ple...
May 10, 2020•30 min•Season 3Ep. 9
The run chats are back! This week we hear form ultra marathon runner, treadmill champion and ball of energy Amy Hughes. Together the Amy’s discuss how running has brought Hughes fitness fame, charity fortune and a reason to exercise. Having not been interested in sports at school we learn of Amy’s running beginnings as well as what keeps her going in the face of online criticism and negativity voices and how her humble running beginnings have led to her most recent achievement; having just finis...
May 03, 2020•45 min•Season 3Ep. 8
This week we’re encouraging you to race yourself. It’s time to dig deep, push yourself and make the most of your hour of exercise. Lucy will guide you through a straightforward variety run that's perfect for improving beginners and helps you take it up a notch and find those different gears! Join Amy Lane on Instagram: @wellness_ed #wellfar For your 30 day free trial head to https://aurofit.co using discount code: WELLFAR (will also work lower case). You get 30 days for free plus 20% off once yo...
Apr 29, 2020•38 min•Season 3Ep. 7
This week Amy chats to Editor in Chief of Runners World Andy Dixon (you may remember him from the first ever Well Far episode) and Becca Burns - keen runner and Strategic Research Facilitator, Environment Domain at UCL - to learn about how we can all be greener runners because although running presents as a fairly eco pastime, if you are unaware your sweaty pursuits will impact the planet. From the shoes you choose right through to big races and the gels you glug, we explore the many environment...
Apr 26, 2020•39 min•Season 3Ep. 6
