Run Till You're done

Today, we’re joined by one of Scotland’s finest ultra-runners — Rowan Boswood. A member of Carnethy Hill Running Club, Rowan has racked up some seriously impressive results on the trails. He’s a multiple-time winner of The West Highland Way Race. We chat with Rowan about what drives him to keep pushing, how he juggles work and lower than you might expect training miles, and what’s next on the horizon.So lace up, settle in, and let’s dive into Rowan’s story here on Run Till You’re Done.

On this episode we chat to Serena Broadway. As well as discussing her own running adventures we chat about her ambassadorship for Salomon!#runtillyouredone #ultrarunner #salomon #traverseseries #spine #utmb #ccc

This week it’s just your hosts, Mike and Nikki, behind the mics. Nikki’s gearing up for the iconic Highland Fling, sharing her thoughts and plans as race day approaches. Meanwhile, Mike dives into his experience at the Hardwick Hall Backyard Ultra, giving us an inside look at the highs, lows, and lessons learned when the whistle keeps blowing.

On this episode we chat to Paul Manson AKA The Random Runner! We discuss his epic adventures, the logistics of documenting them for YouTube and the more pressing questions for Paul fans out there, why did he shave off his magnificent beard?! #runtillyouredone #therandomrunner #gorewear #running #runningpodcast #epicadventurer #youtube #ultrarunner

Today we’re joined by Giacomo Squintani — a man who’s truly carved out his own path in the world of running. He’s the author of Finding My Way, a book that captures not just miles but meaning, charting his journey of discovery through running. Giacomo is also one of the dedicated Run Directors at Severn Bridge parkrun, where every Saturday he helps bring together a community of runners crossing between nations.And if that wasn’t enough, Giacomo has tested himself against some of the toughest challenges out there — with multiple attempts at legendary Cockbain Events, the kind of races that strip running back to its rawest form.

Meet Michelle Young — a seriously impressive ultra runner who’ll never tell you just how much she’s achieved. She’s finished the **Scotland 100**, run the **West Highland Way Race 3 times**, and even **won the Speyside Way Ultra**. She regularly podiums in her age category… but you’d never know it from her.Michelle is one of those rare runners who *lets her running do the talking*. No ego, no show — just consistency, grit, and a deep love for the mountains. Such a great chat — grounded, inspiring, and full of quiet strength. #RunTillYoureDone #MichelleYoung #UltraRunner #WHWR #SpeysideWayUltra #TrailRunning #ModestRunner #UltraInspiration

Today on Run Till You’re Done, we’re honoured to introduce Alice Townend — consultant breast surgeon, devoted runner, and fearless fundraiser. Alice is lacing up for not one, but multiple monumental challenges — all in support of CoppaFeel!, the UK’s only breast cancer awareness charity that empowers young people to check their chests early. With her patients, friends, and especially her late friend Alena—who bravely battled metastatic breast cancer—on her mind and spirit guiding each step, Alice is taking on the Great North Run on 7 September 2025 — dressed in a cheeky “boob suit”! True grit meets a powerful tribute. Alice’s journey isn’t just about miles — it’s about meaning, memory, and making a difference. She’s aiming to raise £500, and every donation helps keep her running—literally and figuratively. You can support her and learn more at her JustGiving page: justgiving.com/page/alice-townend-8 Lace up those shoes—and maybe lend Alice a virtual high-five (or a donation). Let’s run alongside her and together, help keep the message — “know your boobs” — alive and powerful.

Today, we’re turning up the volume with Leigh-Ann Thomson, trail runner and founder of Trail Goddess — the all-women trail running brand that’s throwing dirt in the face of boring and bringing big 80s glam rock energy to the great outdoors.Think neon, grit, and unstoppable vibes. Trail Goddess isn’t just a business — it’s a bold movement for women who run wild, stand tall, and aren’t afraid to shine bright in mud-splattered pink, blues and greens.So lace up, turn up the power ballads in your head, and get ready to rock the trails. This is Leigh-Ann Thomson — and this is how goddesses run.

Today, we’ve got a returning guest Ian Garnett back on the show, and this time, he's sporting some serious bling. That’s right—Ian just crossed the finish line at the legendary Western States 100, and he’s here to tell us all about earning that shiny new belt buckle.From the snowy high country to the blistering canyons and finally the iconic finish at Auburn—Ian takes us through every mile, meltdown, and moment of triumph.So lace up, hit play, and let’s go the distance with Ian Garnett and his epic Western States story.

Known on Instagram as 100kg_to_100km Stevie tells his story of how he came to running the West Highland Way Race and his incredible weight loss journey along the way.

No guest this week, just Nikki and Mike chatting about whats happing in their world.

Just after a win at West highland way and Witiker backyard Ultra Rebecca joins us again for a catch up with whats been happening in the last year.Rebecca was kind enough to share her 30% off code for Craft REBECCA30%CRAFTand a link to she shoes https://share.google/2NAM0PHz9Lx6ChYZ3

Nic talks about her Cape Wrath adventure and introduces us to Frank.

John joins us to tell us about his love for Eurovision, parkruns, road marathons and ultras. A massive wide range which fits in well with www.runllama.co.uk. one of our most segway ‘ed episodes yet and somehow we still managed to cover all our questions.

Its not always ultra running as John Bell the previous Scottish Half Marathon Champion and joins us while he waits for is wife to go into labour.

Johnny from Glasgow running clinic (https://www.glasgowrunningclinic.co.uk/) and physioeffect (https://www.physioeffect.co.uk/) joins us for a chat.

Gavin Bussey talks us through his races and the massive adventures when he has he giving support to other runners which fits in with his outdoor counselling business 2ndmountain.co.uk

The backyard maestro from Ireland tells us some of his secrets to running for 89 hours and we discuss how the passing of his daughter has pushed him to where he is today.

We put out a big welcome to multiple times spine races finisher, multiple Barkley Marathons finisher John Kelly

A great chat with one of the most positive runners out there Andy Fior-Berry post Transgrancanaria.