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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ru ..read more

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 ..read more

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 wh ..read more

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 lik ..read more

On this episode, Tomi speaks with Ben Palmer - triathlete and co-founder of North East Project. Today, Ben shares how he got into triathlon and what competitions look like. Coming back from injury, Ben doesn't have any races lined up yet, but will certainly be looking to get back to competing once fully recovered. He talks triathlon training, his schedule, his favourite event and best and worst races. Ben shares how he met Kieran Walker (ARC Ep 61) and eventually got to working with him on building NE Project. He shares insights into their training methods and vision for the company. Ben's wor ..read more

On this episode, Tomi speaks with Albert James - assistant secretary of Sunderland Harriers. Albert shares on the topic of teenage burnout - a topic very close to his heart. He talks about his experiences as a young athlete and how they unfortunately lead him away from running at such a young age. He talks about overtaining and how that not only affects young athletes bodily, but alsomentally, leading many to lose interest in running and eventually dropout. Albert shares solutions to this problem and urges us to pay attention ifin case we see signs of this happening in our clubs. Growing up wa ..read more