#277: Into the Darkness Recap & How to Approach Training after Knee Surgery

In this episode of the IFE podcast, Dan sits down with our High Performance Coach, Kas, to explore his marathon journey and how he overcame plateaus in both his training and recovery from injuries. Discussion on the mental resilience needed to push through tough times and how to elevate your marathon performance. If you’re struggling to break through a training barrier or coming back from an injury, this episode is filled with insights to help you reach that next level.

Training in the summer is hard but you can keep the rewards! In this weeks show we go through the benefits of outdoor training through the summer, getting your your electrolytes right and the 'do's and donts' for summer success!

In episode 277 of the InnerFight endurance podcast, we recap Into the Darkness (ITD), which took place recently in Dubai. For those who don’t know what ITD is, it’s an annual event created for coaches and the InnerFight community, where participants take on 50 km cycling, 50 km running, and finally another 50 km cycling.Besides that, we sit down with Sybrand de Waal (AB) to talk about how he approached recovery after knee surgery.

It’s not just about muscles. Your mind needs training too.Resilience in endurance sports it’s the real engine behind your ability to keep going when it hurts. From marathons to CrossFit workouts, mental strength is what separates showing up from giving up.In this episode, we explore the science behind resilience in endurance sports — and how training your brain can be your biggest performance boost.Tag a training mate who needs to hear this!

Our InnerFight Endurance Ireland crew took on one of the UK’s most iconic ultra races across 25K, 50K, and 100K distances – all in the stunning (and brutally steep) Welsh mountains.With UTMB points on the line and legends like Jon Albon in the elite field, the stakes were high – but so was the energy. From training on treadmills and Sugarloaf peaks to navigating freezing mornings and quad-shredding descents, our team showed what real preparation looks like.

What do Boston, and Camino 100k have in common? Our coaches were in the thick of it — and they’re sharing everything.From iconic streets in the US to the trails of the UK, in episode 274 of the Endurance podcast, we cover:9 + 3 bonus questionsBoston Marathon with Coach Dan BagleyCamino 100K Ultra with Coach Rob JonesTag your training partner – this one's worth a listen!

The 2025 Two Oceans Marathon is a challenge that tests your training, mindset, and strategy.Coach Steph Humphrey led the InnerFight Endurance crew into this iconic road ultra. From prepping on Dubai’s hills to managing heat, elevation, and pressure, it was a deep dive into what it takes to show up strong, physically and mentally.No rigid pacing, just smart strategy.No solo effort, just full community energy.No regrets, just lessons in endurance.

Gear essentials, strategy, survival and how to win at multistage ultra running. this week we have Jamie Sparks, Ultra X co founder giving us all of the sneaky insights behind Ultra X Jordan.Want to get involved and join the InnerFight Endurance team? Reach out now and we can help get you a discounted rate and help prepare you for the event

What’s it like to run the London Marathon 2025… in reverse… at 2am?That’s exactly what Coach Rob Jones did.In this episode of the InnerFight Endurance podcast, Rob shares his wild story from the London Marathon 2025 – how he wasn’t racing, but still ran the course in reverse, in the dead of night, with 16 other mad runners and two dogs 🐕.From silent streets and glowing landmarks to setting up aid stations and the quiet buzz before the crowds arrived — it was powerful, and totally unforgettable.

Your run form isn’t just physical—it’s mental. 🧠👟Before your feet even hit the ground, your body is already reacting to stress, sleep, distractions, and your emotional state. That’s why your run form starts in the mind, not the feet.In this episode, Marcus Smith dives into what truly impacts the way we move—from neuromuscular awareness to how your environment and mindset shape your stride. It’s not about chasing perfect mechanics, but finding what makes your body flow.