The RunSensible Podcast

Episode 100 is a special one. Instead of hosting, I handed the microphone to Matt Collins, who stepped in as host and turned the tables on me. After 100 episodes of asking the questions, it was my turn to answer them.

Matt dug into everything from running, injuries and training advice, to the podcast itself and the journey it’s been on since the first episode. Nothing was off limits.

We talk about:

Whether you can actually make money on social media

Why my daughter hasn’t been appearing in recent episodes (and the missing Taylor Swift sing-alongs)

Knowing when a small running niggle is actually something more serious

When and how physio should be used to support running injuries

The guests I’ve enjoyed the most and who I’d still love to have on

What’s tougher: a 100k race or an Ironman?

My goals for the next 100 episodes of the podcast

The one run I’d choose if money and logistics were no obstacle

Whether experienced high-mileage runners really need to stretch after every run

And my favourite episode so far

It’s a relaxed, honest conversation and a chance to look back on the first 100 episodes while also looking ahead to what’s next.

Thanks to everyone who has listened, shared, and supported the podcast along the way. Episode 100 is for you.

The next episode of the podcast is now live and available for download on all platforms.
This week, we’re diving into a hot take that’s been doing the rounds on social media: are you running your easy runs too fast?
After seeing an influencer point to a 2:12 marathon runner cruising at 5:00/km and suggesting the rest of us should slow down, I wanted to unpack what’s really going on here. Because while that advice sounds simple and even logical—it completely ignores one crucial factor: training volume.
In this episode, we break down why elite runners train the way they do, how their massive weekly mileage changes the purpose of easy running, and why blindly copying their approach might actually be limiting your progress.
If you’re a recreational runner juggling training with a busy life, this conversation will help you rethink what “easy” really means, how to get more out of your limited training time, and why moderate effort might be more valuable than you’ve been led to believe.
If you’ve ever questioned your pace, felt guilty for not running slow enough, or wondered how to train smarter—not just harder—this episode is for you.

In this episode, we sit down with Mick Clohisey of Raheny Shamrock Athletic Club to dive into the story behind one of Ireland’s most dedicated distance runners.

Mick takes us back to where it all began from his early days getting into running, the ups and downs of developing as an athlete, and the path that eventually led him to the marathon. We talk about the breakthrough moments that shaped his career, the grind of elite training, and what it takes to represent your country on the biggest stage.

The conversation also explores Mick’s experience competing for Ireland at the 2016 Summer Olympics and lining up against the world’s best at the 2017 World Athletics Championships. He reflects on the highs, the challenges, and the lessons learned from racing at the very top level of the sport.

It’s an honest and insightful look at the life of a marathon runner, the sacrifices, the setbacks, and the passion that keeps athletes chasing the next start line.

If you enjoy endurance sport, athletics, or stories from behind the scenes of elite competition, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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Meet Up Time: Wednesday 8am Thursday 9.30am

The next episode of the podcast is live and available for download on all platforms.

In this episode, we break down an incredible weekend of road racing at the Lisbon Half Marathon, where Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo delivered one of the greatest performances in distance running history with a stunning 57:20 half marathon world record.

We dive into how the race unfolded, the pacing that made the record possible, and what this performance means for the future of the half marathon. We also discuss the shoes worn by the winners, the continued rise of super-shoe technology, and why Lisbon continues to produce some of the fastest times in the sport.

We also look at the wider context in athletics, including the current doping landscape in Uganda and whether performances like this inevitably raise questions in modern distance running.

If you’re interested in elite road racing, world records, running technology, and the big debates shaping endurance sport, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In this week’s show, we take you inside the electric atmosphere of the Tokyo Marathon, where blistering pace, dramatic sprint finishes, and cutting-edge “super shoes” defined the first World Marathon Major of the year.

We break down the men’s showdown that saw Tadese Takele defend his title in a nail-biting finish, holding off Geoffrey Toroitich and Alexander Mutiso Munyao in one of the closest podium battles Tokyo has seen in years. On the women’s side, we spotlight Brigid Kosgei and her dominant, record-breaking run, as well as powerful performances from Bertukan Welde and Hawi Feysa.

We also explore the impact of modern racing technology from the adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo line to the Nike Vaporfly series and what it means for the future of marathon performance. Plus, we look beyond the elites to the tens of thousands of runners who took on the streets of Tokyo, making this year’s race a true global celebration of endurance.

From fast times to fierce rivalries, this episode captures everything that made Tokyo unforgettable. Lace up and press play.