ARC: Episode 75 - Tomi Adedeji - Great North Run 2022
On this episode Tomi speaks about his experience running the original course for the GNR 2022. Step by step, mile by mile, Tomi shares where he was at physically and mentally throughout the run. It was a really fun event that is highly recommended! The biggest half marathon in the world, did not disappoint. Hope you enjoy episode 75 with Tomi Adedeji, who runs in the family.
24 Sep 202225min
ARC: Episode 74 - Cian Ó'Rían - The Necessity of Running Clubs
On this episode Tomi speaks with Cian Ó'Rían, the chairman of Durham City Harriers. Cian speaks all things running clubs. He speaks about their role in society, the necessity of them and what running clybs need to do to get more athletes involved. He also shares about his journey into running and where he's at right now. An episode full of excellent craic with Cian! Hope you enjoy episode 74 with Cian Ó'Rían, who runs in the family.
17 Sep 20221h 22min
ARC: Episode 73 - Mike Harris - 60 Years an Athlete
On this episode, Tomi speaks with former multiple British Triathlon Champion and Former Iron Man record holder, Mike Harris! Mike has done it all in the sport of triathlon. Today he shares what his journey was from schoolboy to triathlon champ. He describes what it was like growing up and doing sports in the 60s 70s and 80s. Mike has always been a strong runner, but he started triathlon relatively late, at the age of 31, but that didn't stop him from rising to the top of the sport. Mike shares what his training used to look like and how his work ethic was what set him apart from other athletes. The discipline required to train himself, to work full time, raise a family and still get to the top, is what stands out in Mike's words today. Mike has written three books - "60 years an athlete (Pt 1 and Pt 2)" and "A unique Seventy Year Experiment", all autobiographies, about his life, career and training and these are all available online! Make sure you stick with us all the way through to the end! You don't want to miss what Mike has to say. Mike is a legend, who Runs in the Family
11 Jun 20221h 10min
ARC: Episode 72 - Tomi Adedeji - My Great West Run
On this episode, Tomi speaks on his Great West Run experience! I take you through the whole event; from the weather, to the race, the hills, the ups, the downs, the pain and the joy! Mile by mile, go on the journey with me and experience the fun and the pain with me! I'd definitely do this again, but until then, what are some races you'd recommend for me to do next? Good fun on this episode today, with me, Tomi, who Runs in the Family!
28 Mai 202232min
ARC: Episode 71 - Vanessa Nair - The Gosforth Grenadian
On this episode, Tomi speaks with the Gosforth Grenadian, Vanessa Nair! Vanessa is one of the definition of a fun runner! She runs anything from Parkrun to marathons and has goals to go beyond! Today, Vanessa talks about what got her into running and what made her so famous around the world in running. She's met many famous athletes and personalities at events such as the Great North Run, and it all started with her just wanting to represent her country in the GNR 2016. Lots of opportunities have flowed from this for Vanessa, but that hasn't made her take her eyes off the reason she started running - the fun! Vanessa has an exciting story so make sure you listen all the way through for all of it! Vanessa is a legen and she Runs in the Family
21 Mai 202240min
ARC: Episode 70 - Chris Parr - Gateshead Half
On this episode, Tomi speaks with speacial guest from way back in episode 12, Chris Parr. Chris speaks about last Sunday's Gateshead Half Marathon and 10K. He shares the results, his highlight of the day and all that goes into planning and prepping for the race. Chris also talks about the vision for the Gateshead running festivals, including this year's Quayside 5k on Wednesday 10th August. Chris is a legend and he Runs in the Family.
14 Mai 202228min
ARC: Episode 69 - Mark Allison - Run Geordie Run
On this episode, Tomi speaks with Mark Allison, founder of the blog Run Geordie Run! Mark is running across the world. Literally. He takes us on a journey through his running career so far. He shares why he started running and how he eventuallky increased a three mile run to a 3100 mile run. Mark shares his experiences running across the US, the highs and the lows and what kept him going through the tough times. He also speaks on his run across Australia and all of the hardships on that run (listen intently to this part!) Furthermore, he share his plans to complete his run across Europe and what is to come after that! Mark is a fundraiser and has raised,so far, in excess of £300,000, with goals to make it to half a million! Mark's inspirational nuggets are sprinkled all thoughout this episode, so listen all the way through to absorb his wisdom and experiences! Mark is a legend and he Runs in the Family
9 Apr 20221h 29min
ARC: Episode 68 - Oliver James - Running in the US Collegiate System
On this episode, Tomi speaks with Oliver James. Oliver is from the North East, but has lived in America ever since moving over there for college back in 2013/14. Today, he shares what got him into running and how, although he started late, he was able to get to near the top of the rankings of athletes in the North East in his age group. We go on a journey from the North East to Louisianna, in which Oliver tells us about his choice to move over to the US, how training in the US is dfifferent than in the UK and what competitions are like. He breaks down what the US student athlete life looks like and how he had to train in order to compete in his conference. Oliver talks about the different divisions and conferences and all the competitons you need to perform well in in order to make the NCAA tournaments. Although he loves the US, the NE is his home and he loves running in Sunderland. A wholesome episode is this, so make sure you listen all the way through to the end! We hope you learn something, we hope you get inspired and we hope you Find Your Fire.
2 Apr 202254min
