Running with bipolar disorder and OCD

Running with bipolar disorder and OCD

Our guest this week is Simon Lamb, a runner, massage therapist, teacher and writer who suffers from a severe form of bipolar disorder and Obsessive Compolsive disorder (OCD), which has at times become life threatening. Simon kindly came and met for a chat about running and how it’s always been part of life, the role it plays in managing his bipolar and OCD and how it has improved his mental and physical health. We also talk about his change to a vegan diet, reversing his diabetes, his love of books and much more. As a warning, we do discuss topics such as suicide in the podcast, You can find out more about Simon and on his Go Fund Me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Have you ever been harassed on the run?

Have you ever been harassed on the run?

This week, we discuss harassment on the run with Cat Roberts. With lockdown mark II set to begin, Rick and Ben look at why running is actually ace in colder weather – and there's science to prove it w...

3 Nov 202034min

Kate Carter: in praise of shorter distances

Kate Carter: in praise of shorter distances

The journalist, runner and presenter at the Running Channel explains why she's switched her focus from the marathon to the 5K – and why now is the perfect time to do the same. Kate also talks about he...

27 Okt 202032min

Shareefa J: running and body positivity

Shareefa J: running and body positivity

The plus-size model, mental health campaigner and runner talks about the importance of accepting your body, why larger people can be healthy too, and how to stay positive during the winter months. Sha...

20 Okt 202035min

The future of Black running

The future of Black running

On this week's podcast we're talking to Cory Wharton-Malcolm and Matilda Egere-Cooper about what the future of Black running could and should look like, how representation in the media is crucial to m...

13 Okt 202055min

Jon Albon: how to get out of your comfort zone

Jon Albon: how to get out of your comfort zone

We catch up with the world's greatest adventure runner, Jon Albon, and discuss the power of saying 'yes' to challenges. Albon is the subject of a new film, Finding my Feet, available to view now at En...

6 Okt 202033min

London calling: when Joe Stummer ran the London Marathon

London calling: when Joe Stummer ran the London Marathon

Ahead of the London Marathon this weekend, we look at the likely contenders, the brand new course and the 'virtual' marathon being offered to the masses. We also hear about the time that the Clash's J...

29 Sep 202032min

#RUNSOME

#RUNSOME

Our guest this week is Scott Cain, who joins us to discuss the #runsome campaign and how we can all use running to reduce our reliance on cars for shorter journeys, help bring running into the convers...

22 Sep 202032min

Running kit essentials; what you really need

Running kit essentials; what you really need

Ben is joined by Kerry this week as they discuss all thing running kit, how to choose the best bits and what you really need when it comes to shoes, socks, shorts and Apologies for the dip in auto qua...

16 Sep 202038min

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