New gear reviewed: Altra Timp 5 (& 4); Harrier Lomond insulated jacket; one scam product PLUS Q&A

Best peri-menopause advice for trail & ultra runners from award-winning author, speaker, blogger & coach Dr. Juliet McGrattan. We cover everything from symptoms like brain fog and anxiety to weight gain, muscle loss and osteoporosis, and why running (and strength training) is so good in combatting some of the negative changes during peri-menopause. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/7gLjjYurS_EFind out more about Juliet's resources and courses on her blog https://drjulietmcgrattan.com/Juliet also recommends the Menopause Matters website https://www.menopausematters.co.uk/Juliet’s booksSorted: The Active Woman's Guide to Health https://amzn.to/3PWWHJNRun Well: Essential health questions and answers for runners https://amzn.to/4aOMDKNThis broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Naak sports nutrition, who make long-lasting energy bars, waffles and drinks using high quality, sustainable ingredients. I used the chocolate and peanut bar and salted caramel waffle on my Coventry way 40 on Sunday, both delicious. If you want to try them use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at uk.naak.comNaak race nutrition app - find out what you need to fuel your racehttps://uk.naak.com/pages/race-quizMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you won anything in the March 2024 Wild Ginger Running competition worth £363? And what goodies are up for grabs in the April 2024 prize giveaway? To enter the Wild Ginger Running monthly competition, scroll down. NEW for 2024 I'll be giving away either a Naak sports nutrition bundle worth £25 OR a couple of running books worth around the same total only to LIVE VIEWERS ONLY! So tune in for your chance to win!First broadcast on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/1bOeEXvh5cMThis broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Näak sports nutrition, who make long-lasting energy bars, waffles and drinks using high quality, sustainable ingredients. I am surprised I have any of their delicious chocolate and peanut bars left, they are so moreish even when not on the run! Looking forward to eating more Näak bars on my next ultra, the 40 mile Coventry Way that I last completed aged 16 walking with my dad! Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/Resources:My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRBuy a buff at my shop here https://wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shop/Discounts!Näak Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/This month’s Wild Ginger Running competition gave the lucky winner a chance to win:Lakeland Trails £52Sidas socks & insoles bundle £115Beet It! Performance & Recovery pack £75Light yourself up bundle from UP worth £50Year’s subscription to Zombies! Run! $90 / £71Näak sports nutrition bundle - live people only draw! £25 (every other month 2024)Next month's competition worth £450Lakeland Trails £52Sungod sunnies £150Entry to OMM for two worth £18880 Noir Ultra bundle worth £30Two running books from my bookshelf £30Want a chance to win? This competition is only for Patreons (paid ones not the free version), sign up now for automatic entry every month here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningWild Ginger Running Patreons also get exclusive freebies, discounts, films and training advice, their own special Facebook group and Strava Club, plus automatic entry into my monthly competition to win £300’s worth of trail and ultra running gear. There are only about 100 Patreons so the odds on a win are way better than the lottery. What is not to like? Do it do it. ----My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last Place & Proud of it: Lakes Traverse 100k - this chat with the super inspirational Caroline Johnson really made me fall in love with ultra running again! She describes a super friendly, supportive race through stunning Lake District scenery with generous cut offs (just the way I like it!) which has really reminded me how much I miss that place! Off camera at the end Caroline said she would also like to do the Northern Traverse (the whole 190 mile coast to coast route at the same time as the Lakes Traverse event) so we will watch her progress! First on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/6evLFbn_eA4This broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Naak sports nutrition, who make long-lasting energy bars, waffles and drinks using high quality, sustainable ingredients. I used Naak on my Arc of Attrition 50 this January and it was very tasty, and I'm looking forward to using it on my Coventry Way 40 miler this April. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/Naak race nutrition app - find out what you need to fuel your racehttps://uk.naak.com/pages/race-quizMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Upping the distance, gradually - the jump from 50 mile ultras straight to 100 miles sounds a bit much so I’ve booked the Race to the King 100k (65 mile) ultra in June 2024. Does the training differ at all? What should I be doing? And as usual for this exhausted mum, what’s the minimum I can get away with? Coach and Physio Tim Pigott from HP3 Coaching is here again to share his advice, ahead of his Chianti Ultra Trail this weekend - good luck Tim! How to go from 50 mile ultras to 100km (65 mile) ultras with coach Tim Pigott was originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/7HxwV9OnefoThis live broadcast / podcast is sponsored by Naak nutrition which I used on the Arc50. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/Tim has made some Wild Ginger Running training plans including drills and skills, take a look here https://www.trainingpeaks.com/my-training-plans/WildGingerRunningIn 2000 a car on the wrong side of the road, overtaking on a blind summit, crashed into coach Tim's car leaving him in a coma for two weeks and life-threatening injuries that took him years of surgeries and rehab to recover from. He is now mostly held together by metal. Find out more about the accident and his road to recovery here https://www.youtube.com/live/dRzi1AvUNOAComing up next time with Tim:I feel tired and exhausted a lot of the time - maybe the next episode could be about that! Is it over training, under fuelling? Or just a byproduct of having an energy-absorbing toddler and full-time job?Tim is sponsored by Scarpa, Sidas, Supernatural Fuel and Precision Fuel & HydrationTim's ultra advice playlisthttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62tMore info and book coach Tim and his team here:https://www.hp-3.co.ukMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we chat to the amazing last placed runner of the 3-day, 135 mile Ring of Fire 2023, Terry McCormick. Terry suffered from a bad stomach on the first day, then a horrendous blister on the second day (turn away during the photos if you're squeamish!), and continued on with the third day! He's an absolute machine. Enjoy all his tips in this episode of Last Place & Proud of it where we celebrate the achievements of those at the back of the pack on Britain's most famous and brutal trail and ultra races. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/b7l9Z-T7J8gThis broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Naak sports nutrition, who make long-lasting energy bars, waffles and drinks using high quality, sustainable ingredients. I used Naak on my Arc of Attrition 50 this January and it was very tasty. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/Naak race nutrition app - find out what you need to fuel your racehttps://uk.naak.com/pages/race-quizMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat to nutrition expert Grégoire Guyot from Näak sports nutrition about how to fuel optimally for an ultra using their bars, waffles, purees, energy drinks and protein recovery powders. Over the next couple of months they will be bringing some new products to the UK market, including bars using sustainable cricket protein, can't wait to try these! Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/LnLzspw6j5QThis broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Naak sports nutrition, who make long-lasting energy bars, waffles and drinks using high quality, sustainable ingredients. I used Naak on my Arc of Attrition 50 this January and it was very tasty. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/Naak race nutrition app - find out what you need to fuel your racehttps://uk.naak.com/pages/race-quizMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you won anything in the Feb 2024 competition worth £362? And what goodies are up for grabs in the March 2024 prize giveaway? To enter the Wild Ginger Running monthly competition, scroll down. NEW for 2024 I'll be giving away either a Naak sports nutrition bundle worth £25 or a couple of running books worth around the same total only to LIVE VIEWERS ONLY! So tune in for your chance to win!Original version live on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/lbUPpg7Qt6oThis broadcast and podcast is sponsored by Naak sports nutrition, who make long-lasting energy bars, waffles and drinks using high quality, sustainable ingredients. I used Naak on my Arc of Attrition 50 this January and it was very tasty. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/Resources:Arc 50 film: how NOT to do it lol! https://youtu.be/G3z0-NU6a4wArc 50 packing film https://youtu.be/TNkQ42kgUpEMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRBuy a buff at my shop here https://wildgingerrunning.co.uk/shop/Discounts!Discount 20% off 80_Noir Ultra online here https://bit.ly/80NoirUltraWGRUse code: 80NUWGRNAAK Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off https://uk.naak.com/This month’s Wild Ginger Running competition gave the lucky winner a chance to win:SOAR Windbreaker £170Lakeland Trails £52Light yourself up bundle from UP worth £5080Noir hot chocolate £50Live only draw 2 people, 2 books of your choice from my pile! Next month's competition worth £363Lakeland Trails £52Sidas socks & insoles bundle £115Beet It! Performance & Recovery pack £75Light yourself up bundle from UP worth £50Year’s subscription to Zombies! Run! $90 / £71Naak products - live people only draw! £25 (every other month 2024)Want a chance to win? This competition is only for Patreons (paid ones not the free version), sign up now for automatic entry every month here https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningWild Ginger Running Patreons also get exclusive freebies, discounts, films and training advice, their own special Facebook group and Strava Club, plus automatic entry into my monthly competition to win £300’s worth of trail and ultra running gear. There are only about 100 Patreons so the odds on a win are way better than the lottery. What is not to like? Do it do it. ----My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyPlease like and subscribe here on YouTube https://linktr.ee/ClaireWGRFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this live broadcast I’ll be showing you the differences between the new Altra Timp 5 and the older version the Timp 4. I’ll be reviewing the new Harrier Lomond insulated jacket, and I’ll also be sharing the details of a super weird scam product that wouldn’t look out of place as an April Fool’s! PLUS I answer paid Patreon’s gear questions live from our Patreon website and exclusive Patreon Facebook group.Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/W-xbWngl2agThis live broadcast / podcast is sponsored by Naak nutrition which I used on the Arc50. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/RESOURCES:What do do with your old running gear - Fran from Kitsquad has the answer! https://youtube.com/live/Tt4lx__nHJchttps://kitsquad.co.uk/contact-us/Kit repair serviceshttps://www.scottishmountaingear.com/repair-servicehttps://www.snowdoniagearrepair.co.uk/https://www.homemadeadventures.co.uk/blogs/worn-out/outdoor-gear-repair-stationsThe 6 best superlight trail running waterproof jackets (OMM, Inov8, Salomon, Montane, UD, Ronhill) https://youtu.be/YGwn28U8RVgBest WATERPROOF JACKET for running 2020 (Inov8, Salomon, Montane, OMM, UD, Rab, Kalenji) £55-£190 https://youtu.be/rthsYRZ0nqQBest way to clean smelly running clothing and shoes (quick, easy & makes them last longer!) https://youtu.be/GXau7Pe8CIsBest way to reproof your waterproof running jacket & trousers (machine wash or by hand) https://youtu.be/_uS9i0KifH8My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don’t be despondent about your DNF! I just DNF-ed the Arc 50 this Jan so Coach Tim is going to share with us his top 5 great things that you can learn from your latest ultra trail race DNF. Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/EtZgFrkbTAgArc 50 DNF race film https://youtu.be/G3z0-NU6a4wPhoto: Steve AshworthThis live broadcast / podcast is sponsored by Naak nutrition which I used on the Arc50. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/Tim has made some Wild Ginger Running training plans including drills and skills, take a look here https://www.trainingpeaks.com/my-training-plans/WildGingerRunningComing up next time with Tim:How to go from a 50 mile/80km race to a 65 mile/100km race: is the training really that much different? I have Race to the King as my next biggie 15 June 2024 so let's see how we should be training for that one. Tim is sponsored by Scarpa, Sidas, Supernatural Fuel and Precision Fuel & HydrationTim's ultra advice playlisthttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyZ16LRfpz0DZf7ieoLiq0145r_JDp62tMore info and book coach Tim and his team here:https://www.hp-3.co.ukMy book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I’m super interested to be chatting to two of my Patreons Sean O’Keefe and Christian Poulton about how they nailed the Arc of Attrition 50 first time this Jan 2024. I got timed out about 12 miles from the end reaching the Godevry checkpoint 15mins after the 8pm cut off, so I’ll be comparing notes to see what I need to do differently next time if I give it another shot in 2025 and we'll be compiling a top 10 tips between us all to help you out. Good luck! Originally on YouTube here https://youtube.com/live/Nm2c9OHPm1QThis live broadcast / podcast is sponsored by Naak nutrition which I'll be using on the Arc50. Use code WILDGINGERRUNNING for 15% off at https://uk.naak.com/My book, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook https://amzn.to/3jgKvTyFollow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildgingerrunning/Support me on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/WildGingerRunningMeet me at Nene Valley trail races https://nenevalleyraces.wordpress.com/ Fancy a show without ads? Subscribe! https://plus.acast.com/s/wildgingerrunning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.