UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews
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From British Army Captain To 100-Mile Champion | Tom Evans
From British Army Captain To 100-Mile Champion | Tom Evans
Informazioni su questo podcast
Welcome to UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews, the #1 podcast for runners.
Every Monday Spencer speaks to world-class athletes, coaches and experts about the habits, training methods and mindset behind elite performance, featuring guests like Mo Farah, Alistair Brownlee and Stephen Scullion.
From sprints, to 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and marathon distances we dive deep into the ways that you can run faster, longer and smash your PB’s.
On Thursdays Spencer is joined by expert Physiologist Oli Patrick to breakdown the science behind the latest health and fitness topics like sleep, zone training, caffeine and more.
Whether you’re just starting out, chasing a new PB, or simply trying to become fitter and healthier, UNTAPPED is here to help you untap your potential.
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- From British Army Captain To 100-Mile Champion | Tom Evans · 47 minThe more Tom Evans tried to win, the worse he performed. The elite ultrarunner reveals why letting go of expectations helped him rediscover his best running, and what that means…
- Does Visualising Success Actually Help Performance? | Extra Mile · 38 minCan manifesting actually help you run faster? Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick strip away the woo-woo to explore how setting clear goals, visualising the hard parts and changing…
- Emily Jane Fairs on Marathon Underfuelling Risks & Running Mentality · 38 minEating more helped Emily Fairs become a better runner. Going from never seeing herself as a runner to completing marathons and 100km ultras in just two years, she discovered that…
- Hitting the Wall: Fuel, Fatigue & When to Stop | Extra Mile · 39 minIs hitting the marathon wall inevitable, or are you running straight into it? Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick unpack what happens when your energy runs low, how pacing and…
- Your Running Form Is Slowing You Down | Bronson Hearn-Smith · 46 minWant to run faster? The secret might not be running further or training harder, but learning to move differently. At just 16 years old, Bronson Hearn-Smith is already one of…
- What GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Do to Your Running Performance | Extra Mile · 33 minIf you lose 5kg, does that make you a better runner? Not necessarily. Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick unpack why what you lose matters more than how much, and why dropping body…
- Paula Radcliffe: The Training Behind My 2:15 Marathon · 49 minPaula Radcliffe knows what it takes to push the marathon to its limits. The former world-record holder takes us inside the training, mindset and resilience that made her one of…
- 3 Deficiencies Holding You Back | Extra Mile · 42 minAre you tired because life is busy… or could your body actually be missing something? In this episode of Untapped Extra Mile, Oli Patrick tackles some of the most common…
- How To Run Like An Olympic Medallist | Daryll Neita · 46 minWhat does it actually take to get faster? For Olympic sprinter Daryll Neita, the answer isn't running further, it's running better. Training five days a week in Florida, Daryll…
- Is Magnesium Worth It? What Every Runner Needs to Know · 32 minIf magnesium is so good for you, why doesn't everyone need it? Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick get into one of the wellness world's most popular supplements and separate the…
- 5 Rules NOT To Break In A Marathon & Sub 2.45 Training Tips | Nick Bester · 52 minIt took Nick Bester two years to break 20 minutes for 5K. Another four to break 17. Then three more to break 15. Thirteen years after running his first 3:17 marathon, Nick ran…
- Should Women Train on Their Period? | Dr Hazel Wallace | Extra Mile · 36 minShould your period change the way you train? Or have we been overcomplicating it? Spencer Matthews, Oli Patrick and Dr Hazel Wallace unpack what female runners really need to…
- How To Run a 2:47 Marathon, Hack Your Endurance and Recover Quicker | Will Goodge · 41 minWilliam Goodge doesn't love every run, and that's exactly the point. The ultra-endurance athlete shares how embracing discomfort has taken him from a 2:47 marathon to running…
- What is Fartlek Training? Best Running Workouts For Speed & Endurance · 22 minSome of the world’s best runners swear by a training method built around one simple idea: forget the pace and play with speed. So what makes fartlek so effective? With Spencer…
- Charles Hicks On The Training Rules That Changed Everything | 2:04 Marathoner · 57 minCharles Hicks runs 130 miles a week, but his advice to become a faster runner isn't to copy him. The professional distance runner explains why gradual progression, genuinely easy…
- Oli Answers Your Biggest Health & Fitness Questions · 46 minFrom HRV and recovery to creatine, keto and race-day supplements, Oli Patrick answers your biggest health and performance questions. Oli cuts through the noise around what your…
- Josh Kerr's Mile Vs Sabastian Sawe's Marathon & Training Secrets | Nike's Running Head Coach Bennett · 56 minRunning isn't complicated. Runners are complicated. Nike Running Global Head Coach Chris Bennett joins Spencer to challenge the obsession with pace, PBs and performance metrics…
- Protein Explained: Benefits for Runners & Dosage | Extra Mile · 35 minYou probably know you need protein. But how much do you actually need and does it matter where you get it from? Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick break down how much protein you…
- Why Every Elite Athlete Has To Focus On Fuelling | Molly Caudery Pole Vaulter · 40 minMolly Caudrey doesn't run for fitness. She runs to jump higher. The elite pole vaulter explains why every metre she runs has a purpose, why she avoids slow running altogether…
- How Cricket is Saving Young Lives: Spencer Matthews Visits Lord's Taverners · 9 minSpencer visits a Lord’s Taverners’ Super 1s session to see how cricket is helping young people with disabilities build confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging. Funded…
- The Best Supplement for Running? Sodium Bicarbonate Explained | Extra Mile · 33 minThe secret to holding your pace when your legs start burning might already be sitting in your kitchen cupboard. Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick explore how sodium bicarbonate…
- Fuelling Secrets for a 2:04 Marathon & Best Running Shoes | Amanal Petros · 41 minWhat does it take to run a 2:04 marathon? German marathon record holder Amanal Petros shares the training, mindset and remarkable journey behind becoming one of the fastest…
- Should I Get My Blood Tested? Benefits & Drawbacks | Extra Mile · 32 minYou can feel perfectly healthy and still have no idea what's happening beneath the surface. Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick explore what blood testing can reveal about your…
- 5 Training Rules from an Ironman World Champion Coach · 53 minThe secret to getting fitter might be knowing when to do less. Ironman coach Reece Barclay challenges the obsession with volume and reveals what really drives sustainable…
- Sauna’s Explained: Health Benefits & Risks · 39 minCould sitting in a sauna really improve your health and longevity? Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick dive into the science behind sauna use, from its Finnish roots to the…
- Why Most Marathon Runners Train Completely Wrong | Becky Briggs · 41 minEuropean U23 marathon record holder Becky Briggs shares the mindset, training lessons and race-day strategies that have helped her compete at the highest level of running. Becky…
- Creatine Explained: Benefits & Best Dosage | Extra Mile · 33 minCreatine was once seen as a supplement for gym-goers, but it has become one of the most researched tools for improving performance, recovery and long-term health. Spencer and Oli…
- 3 Basic Speed Training Tips To Compete Like An Elite | Marcus Smith · 48 minEngland fly-half Marcus Smith explores the crossover between rugby and running, sharing the training methods and mindset that help him perform at the highest level. He explains…
- How To Avoid Running Injuries | Extra Mile · 32 minWhat are the most common injuries runners get? How can you prevent and treat them? Spencer and Oli break it all down on this week's episode of Extra Mile. Hosted on Acast. See…
- How To Run a 13:06 5K, Best Running Shoes & Long Distance Running Tips | Andy Butchart · 51 minThe hardest part of running isn't the session itself, it's getting out the door. Two-time Olympic distance runner Andy Butchart shares the mindset and training principles that…
- Inflammation Explained: The Hidden Key To Longevity, Health & Better Training · 30 minInflammation is essential for recovery and healing, but when it becomes chronic, it can quietly impact everything from your performance to your long-term health. Oli Patrick and…
- Should There Be Weight Classes In Running? | Jordan Stanton · 1 h 6 minBig Boy Running Club founder Jordan Stanton believes running isn't just about getting fitter, it's about proving to yourself that you're capable of more than you thought. He…
- HRV Explained: Steven Bartlett, Three Glasses of Wine and a Very Bad Recovery Score | Extra Mile · 39 minWhat does your HRV score actually mean—and can three glasses of wine really ruin your entire week? Spencer and Oli unpack Steven Bartlett’s viral comments, debate whether…
- Jonny Davies Breaks Down Ultra Training, Running Economy & Gait Analysis · 1 h 3 minThe biggest mistake new runners make is going out too hard, too soon. Ultra-runner Jonny Davies explains why your first six months should be about building consistency rather…
- Running Economy Explained: The Secret To Effortless Running | Extra Mile · 26 minWhy do some runners look like they’re floating, while others seem to fight every step? In this episode of Extra Mile, Spencer and Oli explain running economy and how you can move…
- BONUS - My Running Shoe Rotation | Daily, Race Day, & Trail · 14 minSpencer goes through his running shoe bag, and his favourite options for a daily trainer, race day shoes, and trail runs. We discuss the best Nike running shoes, the best…
- The Secret Running Obsession of Elite Golfer Charley Hull · 41 minProfessional golfer Charley Hull breaks the stereotype that golf is an old man’s sport, revealing how modern players are training like elite athletes. Charley shares her…
- Altitude Training Explained: Is It Actually Worth It? | Extra Mile · 31 minDoes altitude training actually make you a better runner, or is it just for elites? Spencer and Ollie explore what really happens to your body at altitude, why "train low, sleep…
- How To Run a 5K PB, HYROX Controversy & Olympic Heartbreak | Holly Archer · 47 minEuropean Indoor silver medalist Holly Archer redefines what it actually means to be an "elite" athlete. Far from just medals and fast times, Holly breaks down the gruelling…
- How Strength Unlocks Better Running And A Longer Life | Extra Mile · 30 minSpencer and Oli go deep on strength - why it’s become a big trend and essential training for top runners but also why it’s an indicator of overall health and longevity. Do…
- The Secret Norwegian Training Method for Better Endurance · 52 minWhat does it take to build strength and endurance at an elite level while facing chemotherapy? European Kayaking Champion Eivind Vold joins us to share the training philosophy…
- Carb Loading & Gels: What Runners Need To Know | Extra Mile · 36 minSpencer and Oli break down the truth about carbs for runners: what carb loading actually does, why runners hit the wall, how glycogen fuels performance, and when gels really…
- Mary McCarthy Debunks Over-Training Rumours, Stress Fracture Accident and Online Critique · 1 h 11 minMary McCarthy isn't just a content creator who runs, she's putting down 60-mile weeks and running elite-level times without a professional setup. In this episode, she explains…
- The Genetics Of Great Runners Explained | Extra Mile · 28 minAre athletes born or built? This episode dives into the nature vs. nurture debate, exploring why the Human Genome Project proved there's no single gene for speed or disease, and…
- Harry Judd: From Rookie to Sub 3:10 Marathon & Best Running Shoes · 1 h 1 minYou might not expect it, but Harry Judd is a seriously committed runner - and in this episode, he proves it. From marathons to intense speed work, he shares the strategies…
- How Stress Ruins Your Fitness · 35 minSpencer and Oli explore how stress really affects fitness, recovery and running performance. They unpack why stress isn’t just “in your head”, how everyday pressure can change…
- The Stoltman Brothers On Calories, Carbs & The Truth About Strength · 47 minWorld's Strongest Man champions Luke and Tom Stoltman join us to talk about what it actually takes to move half-ton weights, carry 180kg sandbags and complete the heaviest Atlas…
- The Truth About Peptides: From Ozempic To The Wolverine Stack · 30 minSpencer and Oli unpack the fast-growing world of peptides — from Ozempic, Mounjaro and Retatrutide to the so-called “Wolverine Stack.” They explain what peptides actually are…
- 4 Mistakes People Make When Hybrid Training | Fergus Crawley · 50 minFergus Crawley is a true hybrid athlete with a 500 pound squat, a 250 kilogram deadlift, a marathon under three hours ten and an Ironman under twelve hours. In this episode, he…
- What Alcohol Really Does To Your Body | Extra Mile · 29 minSpencer and Oli break down what alcohol really does to the brain and body. They explore what actually causes a hangover, how alcohol affects sleep, anxiety, confidence…
