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Terry explains why he thinks running targets are a waste of time, how he did in the Cardiff Half Marathon, the results of the annual Rokman survey, and the future of the Rokman Podcast.

How do you actually train for an ultramarathon?Not according to Instagram. Not according to the bloke who runs 100 miles every weekend. And definitely not by simply running more and more until your knees fall off.In this episode of the Rokman Podcast, we break down how to train for an ultramarathon without all the influencer nonsense.Paul Zlabickas and Ben Wiley recently completed the Welsh Coastal Path — 870 miles and around 30,000m of elevation — in just 18 days and 5 hours, setting a new fastest known time.But the interesting part isn't just what happened during those 870 miles.It's how they trained for it.💪🏻 Try Rokman's weekly running challenges: Click here👕 Get Rokman's "Too Stubborn to Stop" Running T-Shirt: Click here🎙️Get notified when new Rokman Podcast episodes get released: Click here

Former Welsh 800m runner Jimmy Watkins reached a World Championship final, ran 1:46 for 800m… and then walked away from running completely.In this episode of the Rokman Podcast, Jimmy talks about the reality of elite athletics, why he quit at his peak, drinking before races, swapping running for life in a rock band, getting sober, rediscovering his love for running and eventually co-founding Running Punks.We also get into what happened when he left Running Punks, how the breakup affected him personally, his Running Reviews, working with BBC 6 Music and Craig Charles, and why combining running with music helped him find his identity again.Then we get into training.Jimmy's approach is refreshingly simple. We talk about how to actually get faster, interval training, why running is a skill, warm-ups, and the advice he gives people who want to find out what they're genuinely capable of.💪🏻 Get a Running Challenge sent straight to your inbox every week: Click here👕 Get Rokman's "Too Stubborn to Stop" Running T-Shirt: Click here🎙️Get notified when new Rokman Podcast episodes get released: Click here

James Joseph ran every single day for 365 days. No rest days. Even while touring across the world with rock band James and the Cold Gun.So what did a full year of daily running actually do to his fitness?In this episode, James talks about how the streak changed his body, fitness, discipline and mindset — and why it became much more than just ticking off another run on Strava.This is less about becoming an elite runner and more about what can happen when you stop constantly starting again.If you struggle with consistency, motivation, or fitting running around a busy life, there’s plenty in this one.James Joseph is the guitarist and vocalist of James and the Cold Gun, a Welsh rock band that has toured internationally, while somehow finding time to run every bloody day.Welcome to the Rokman Podcast - For endurance runners, marathon runners, ultra runners and everyday athletes who want to improve their running, build endurance, get stronger, train smarter and take on bigger running challenges.💪🏻 Get weekly running challenges sent straight to your inbox🏃‍➡️ Download our free 5km Personal Best Training Plan👕 Get Rokman's "Too Stubborn to Stop" Running T-Shirt🎙️Get notified when new Rokman Podcast episodes get released#️⃣ Follow me on Instagram

Want to run a faster marathon without falling for influencer nonsense, expensive gadgets or pointless training hacks?Running coach Gary Howells reveals the marathon training, fuelling and recovery strategies that actually help runners achieve a faster time.Gary has completed more than 140 marathons, 15 ultramarathons, five Ironmans and the Marathon des Sables. He has also run 10 marathons in 10 days.So, unlike most people giving marathon advice online, he has properly tested this stuff.Gary also explains why runners may gain more from improving their fuelling and recovery than spending hundreds of pounds on shoes.If you are training for your first marathon, chasing a new personal best or simply trying to become a better runner, this episode should give you plenty to take into your own training.💪🏻 Get a Running Challenge Sent Straight to your inbox every week: Click here👕 Get Rokman's "Too Stubborn to Stop" Running T-Shirt: Click here🎙️Get notified when new Rokman Podcast episodes get released: Click here

Why are so many runners drawn to pain, suffering and extreme endurance challenges after going through trauma? In this episode of the Rokman Podcast, mental health nurse Paul Regan explains why running, marathons, ultras and hard physical goals can help people cope — but also when they can become avoidance.This is a conversation for runners who use training, racing and endurance challenges to stay sane, find purpose, build confidence and prove to themselves they can still do hard things.💪🏻 Join the Rokman Community - Running Challenges, Training, Support, Advice, and Apparel: https://rokman.co.uk/?utm_campaign=Rokman_Podcast&utm_source=Spotify&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_content=👕 Buy Rokman's "Too Stubborn to Stop" Active T-Shirt: https://rokman.co.uk/collections/all-products/products/too-stubborn-to-stop-mens-active-t-shirt-black🏃‍➡️ Download The No-Nonsense 12-Week Running Plan: https://mailchi.mp/rokman/running-plan-35🎙️Get notified when new Rokman Podcast episodes get released: https://mailchi.mp/rokman/podcast-alerts

In this episode of the Rokman Podcast, I speak to Dave Tonge, owner of Heathwood Swimming, a multiple Ironman athlete and world record holder for a 24-hour wetsuited swim in an endless pool.We dig into what runners can learn from triathletes about building endurance without breaking themselves. From swimming fitness, running fitness and bike fitness, to breathing control, low impact aerobic training, fuelling mistakes, Ironman disasters and Dave’s ridiculous 24-hour swim world record.We also get into Dave’s work with Matt Pritchard from Dirty Sanchez, why strong athletes often struggle in the pool, and the brutal lessons endurance sport teaches you when things go wrong.If you’re a runner who wants to build a bigger engine, avoid injury and train smarter, this one’s worth a listen.www.rokman.co.uk

In this episode of the Rokman Podcast, I’m joined by running coach and Easy Run Club founder Tommy Burnell to break down how to train properly for a faster half marathon.We cover how to structure a half marathon training plan, why so much of your running should feel easy, how to use Zone 2, threshold, tempo runs, hill work and VO2 max sessions, plus the biggest mistakes runners make when trying to improve.Tommy also shares his own training week, advice for heavier runners, how to fuel properly on race day, and why run clubs have exploded in popularity.No magic hacks. No influencer nonsense. Just practical running advice from someone who actually knows what they’re talking about.

In this episode of the Rokman Podcast, I sit down with Max Glover, former Royal Marine and record-breaking strength-endurance athlete.Max has carried a 160kg piano up a mountain, pulled a car for a marathon distance, dragged a truck, and taken on the sort of challenges most people would quite reasonably avoid for the sake of having functioning knees.We talk about how he built that level of strength-endurance, what extreme challenges teach you about preparation, and why real fitness is about far more than just running further or lifting heavier.In this episode, we cover:• How Max carried a piano up a mountain• The brutal reality of pulling cars and trucks• Why planning matters more than ego• How to train for strength-endurance• What Royal Marine training teaches you about real fitness• How to build a body that keeps going under fatigue• Why endurance, strength, and grit need to work togetherIf you want to build real-world fitness, improve your endurance, and become harder to break when life gets uncomfortable, this one is worth a listen.

In this episode of the Rokman Podcast, I sit down with BJ Stagner to break down one of the most debated topics right now — toxic masculinity, the rise of the manosphere, and why so many men feel lost, stuck, and unfulfilled.We look at what’s really going on beneath the surface.Men today are being pulled in two directions. On one side, they’re told masculinity is toxic, dangerous, and something to suppress. On the other, they’re sold an extreme version of masculinity built on ego, dominance, and material success.So what’s the truth?We unpack why the rise of the manosphere isn’t the root problem — it’s a reaction. A reaction to a lack of direction, lack of role models, and a lack of real masculinity.And more importantly, we break down what real masculinity actually looks like.💪🏻 Try Rokman's Online Running & Fitness Challenge Platform: https://rokman.co.uk/?utm_campaign=Rokman_YouTube&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_content=50-BJ-Stagner🏋🏻 Free 6-Week Total Body Strength & Fitness Plan: https://mailchi.mp/rokman/free-bodyweight-plan🎙️Get notified when new Rokman Podcast episodes get released: https://mailchi.mp/rokman/podcast-alertsConnect with BJ: https://www.bjstagner.com