Stronger for Trails Podcast

I sat down for a chat with fell runner, and fellow Salomon Ambassador, Jacob Tonkin. Jacob is also the man behind Tonkin Massage Therapies. He offers a wide variety of treatments such as sport injury rehabilitation, myofascial releases, scar tissue treatment, pre and post event massage, kinesiology taping and general aches and pains.  During this chat we discuss how Jacob got into fell running, his experience of being diagnosed with Crohns Disease and how that effected his life and his long road back to full fitness. We also discuss some of the most common injuries that runners suffer from, how to avoid trips to the physio and how we can look after ourselves better.  Links @jacobtonk Tonkin Massage Therapy Follow Running Adventures on instagram, @runningadv. Also check out the website for guided runs, coaching, trail weekends and more.

In this special episode of the Stronger for Trails Podcast, I'm joined by Amelia, Chris and Alex, who have kindly volunteered to discuss their fears and weaknesses when it comes to running downhills on trails. We learn about the common concerns that people often have when it comes to running downhill, and Matt offers some top tips on how to run downhill trails with the correct technique, efficiency, and with confidence.  Follow Running Adventures on instagram, @runningadv. Also check out the website for guided runs, coaching, trail weekends and more.

I sat down for a chat with my good friend, James Carnegie. James is a UK based photographer and director, specializing in Commercial and Documentary visual content for over 20 years. James has worked with brands such as Strava, Adidas, Nike, Stance, Red Bull and many more. James is also a keen trail and ultra runner, using his knowledge of the sport to capture emotive and engaging content in a unique way. We discuss how James manages to juggle taking on huge challenges such as the Marathon Des Sables, while at the same time capturing the story around him. James also gives some awesome advice on how to create engaging content on platforms such as instagram, and we share some stories from adventures we've been on together over the years. Links @jamescarnegiephotography James Carnegie Photography Follow Running Adventures on instagram, @runningadv. Also check out the website for guided runs, coaching, trail weekends and more.

I sat down with the founder of Love Trails Festival, Global Running Day, A Good Runner, Atjan Wild Island Festival and much more, Theo Larn-Jones. In an open and honest conversation, we discuss Theo's early days in business, the growth of Love Trails Festival, the horrendous impact of Covid-19 on the festival, and the plans for the future. Links Love Trails Collective. Love Trails Festival. Global Running Day. Atjan Wild Island Festival.  @lovetrailsfestival. @theolj. Follow Running Adventures on instagram, @runningadv. Also check out the website for guided runs, coaching, trail weekends and more..

Salomon ultra runner, Lucy Bartholomew, burst onto the ultra running scene by running her first 100km race when she was just 15! the Melbourne, Australia native has since achieved a number of impressive performances across the world, including winning the Ultra-trail Cape Town and Ultra-trail Australia, and coming 3rd in her first ever Western States 100. Matt Buck sat down with Lucy, in front of a live audience via Zoom, to discuss her career to date.  Follow Running Adventures on instagram, @runningadv. Also check out the website for guided runs, coaching, trail weekends and more, www.runningadventures.uk.

Beth is a hugely successful ultra runner who runs for Team Salomon. Beth is the fastest women to have ever run the Bob Graham Round, and has put in some incredible performances in some of the biggest races in the world, most recently coming 5th in UTMB and 4th In Western States. Matt Buck sat down with Beth, in front of a live audience via Zoom, to discuss her career to date. Follow Running Adventures on instagram, @runningadv. Also check out the website for guided runs, coaching, trail weekends and more, www.runningadventures.uk.

Damian has represented Team GB, recorded competitive results at some of the world's toughest races and set seven records/fastest known times (FKTs) including the Pennine Way and South West Coast Path. All while consuming alarming amounts of tea and custard. Matt Buck sat down with Damian, in front of a live audience via Zoom, to discuss his running career, FKT's, races and more. Follow Running Adventures on instagram, @runningadv. Also check out the website for guided runs, coaching, trail weekends and more, www.runningadventures.uk.

Sean Conway is an endurance adventurer, author and motivational speaker, who became the first person to cycle, swim, and run the length of Great Britain, from Land's End to John O'Groats. In 2016 he completed the world's longest triathlon, a 4,200 mile journey around the coast of Britain. Matt Buck sat down with Damian, in front of a live audience via Zoom, to discuss his running career, FKT's, races and more. Follow Running Adventures on instagram, @runningadv. Also check out the website for guided runs, coaching, trail weekends and more, www.runningadventures.uk.