From Heartbreak To 100milers: How Running Changed John Calabrese's Life
The next episode of the podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms!
In this episode, I sit down with John Calabrese, a runner whose journey began not with medals in mind, but as a way to heal. After facing the emotional and financial challenges of divorce, John turned to running as a form of therapyone step at a time. What started as a way to cope has evolved into a lifelong passion, taking him from 5Ks all the way up to grueling 100-mile ultramarathons.
John’s story is one of resilience, growth, and transformation. We talk about how running helped him rebuild his life, find peace, and become a better version of himself.
I hope you enjoy this inspiring and heartfelt conversation.
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Are You Over Training? Key Signs & Symptoms
The next episode of The Run Sensible Podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms!
In this episode, I dive into one of the most overlooked yet crucial aspects of running performance - recovery.
Are you pushing your body too hard without realising it? From constant fatigue and mood changes to stubborn plateaus, subtle signs of overtraining can sneak up on even the most disciplined runners.
In this 20-minute solo deep-dive, you’ll learn:
🏃♀️ Why recovery — not training — is where progress really happens
📊 How to interpret data like heart rate variability and recovery scores
😴 The simple science behind better rest, sleep, and nutrition
🧠 Why taking a break can actually make you faster
Whether you’re training for your first 5K or chasing a marathon PR, this episode will help you reset your mindset and embrace recovery as your secret weapon.
🎧 Tune in, take a breath, and remember — running smart starts with resting hard.
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Running As A Way Of Living - Wes O'Brien
The next episode of the podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms.
Today, I sat down in studio with Wes O’Brien to talk about his deeply personal and powerful running journey. What began as a simple way to step outside the gym soon became a lifeline—an outlet to cope with the traumatic stress of losing his daughter.
Wes opens up about how running helped him navigate grief, rebuild purpose, and eventually rise to elite levels in the 5K. Yet even after reaching such an incredible standard, his story is far from finished. He now finds himself pursuing a new challenge: learning how to master the marathon, both physically and mentally.
This conversation is emotional, inspiring, and a powerful reminder of how endurance sport can shape us through hardship, resilience, and hope. Wes’s journey is remarkable not only for the races he’s run, but for the strength he’s discovered along the way.
Tune in for a story of healing, perseverance, and the pursuit of something bigger than the finish line.
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The Final Stretch - A Week Out From The Marathon
The next episode of the podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms.
This episode, The Final Stretch, is a heartfelt guide for runners entering race week the moment where the training is complete and all that’s left is belief. We look back at the journey that got you here: the early mornings, the Sunday long runs, the friendships formed through shared miles, and the quiet sacrifices that most of the world never sees.
This is an episode about the deeper side of marathon prep the mental transformation as much as the physical one. Whether you're tapering, resting, carb-loading, or quietly visualising the start line, this episode reminds you of why you're ready, what you’ve already overcome, and the pride you’ve earned along the way.
Perfect for your final week of training, a shakeout run, or a calming listen before bed. The Final Stretch is your reminder that you haven’t just trained for this marathon… you’ve become a marathoner through the process.
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Strava V Garmin - What Does It Mean For You?
The next episode of The Long Run Podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms!
In this week’s episode, we dive into the growing tension between Strava and Garmin — two giants of the running world who suddenly aren’t getting along.
If you’ve ever finished a run, looked down at your watch, and waited for that satisfying ping as your activity uploads to Strava, this episode is for you.
We’ll break down what’s really going on behind the headlines, why the companies are at odds, and — most importantly — what it means for you: your data, your devices, and your daily runs.
No jargon, no legalese — just a clear explanation of what’s happening, what could change, and what to do if things go sideways.
🏃♀️ Whether you’re chasing a new PR, training for your next marathon, or just running for fun, this episode will help you understand how this tech dispute could shape the tools you rely on every day.
🎧 Tune in now, hit that subscribe button, and stay one step ahead on The Long Run Podcast.
The RunSensible Podcast is your go-to weekly show for all things running. Each episode dives into different aspects of the running world, covering training techniques, workout strategies, injury prevention, and overall fitness. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, you'll find valuable insights to help improve your performance and stay motivated. The podcast explores a wide range of running modalities, from long-distance endurance to speed training and recovery. Join us every week as we share practical advice, expert tips, and personal experiences to support your running journey and help you become a smarter, healthier, and more effective runner.
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