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The Tea & Trails Podcast is a weekly trail running podcast that loves to talk about running, tea and trails. Hosts Edwina & Gary talk about recent ultra races, what's been going on in their lives, coaching and interviewing a variety of runners and race organisers.
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Today we’re sharing the mics with the brilliant Sophie Power, British ultrarunner, Guinness World Record holder, and a leading voice for women in sport. We cover a lot of ground in this one: going viral at UTMB, the origins of She Races, the brand‑new She Races Trail Series, and her inspiring new book The Power Within. And of course, because it’s Tea & Trails, we don’t shy away from the big, important questions… like what’s Sophie’s go‑to trail snack. It’s an episode packed with laughter,...
Did someone say Montane Summer Spine Challenger North? Eddie has plugged that Northern Traverse shaped hole in her life with another epic northern challenge. Roll on June. Not to be outdone, Gary’s been busy entering races too. He’ll be on the start line for the 5 and 2 Valleys in September, hoping to join the very small club of runners who’ve completed all the distances. We chat about how we fuel our long runs, and Eddie shares some cracking wisdom on weaving cycling into your training. And ...
Fi Pascall joins us this week for a wide‑ranging chat about Fell & Trail Running. Fresh off her record breaking win at the Centurion 100 Hills Ultra, Fi is deep into her build‑up for the 2026 Western States 100. Before then, she’ll also be on the start line at Lake Sonoma. We cover everything from the Bob Graham Round and the George Fisher Tea Round to training, Western States 2025, and her plans for Western 2026. Pic Credit - Centurion Running Links to friends, partners, sponsors & d...
This week we’re talking about rest days & why they matter, why they’re so hard to take, and why your body (and your future self) will be grateful when you finally ease off the gas. There’s big news in the running world too. London Marathon are considering a Saturday and Sunday marathon. We share our thoughts… is this fun times or sad times? Brew with the Coaches is back. If you’re diving into the bushes every time you head out for a run, you’re not alone. It’s a common problem, and our co...
Kriss Hendy joins us for a deep dive into building endurance performance. As the founder of Strength For Endurance, Kriss has spent years helping athletes build bodies that don’t just survive big adventures but thrive through them. We chat about building durable runners, why strength work doesn’t have to be scary, and how to stop breaking yourself before race day. Expect practical advice, a few home truths, and plenty of laughs along the way. https://www.strengthforendurance.com/ Links to fri...
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, Eddie is on the hunt for a new race to fill the Northern Traverse‑shaped hole in her calendar, and Gary has been back on the start line, this time proudly wearing the blue and white of division 3 champions, Sedgefield Harriers. The hosts also share how they fuel their week. Spoiler: it involves a lot of snacks. Our listeners are absolutely smashing it over on Strava, and the coaches tackle one of the most common questions they get asked: How do...
After Gary’s cracking day out at the Punk Panther Welcome Way Ultra, we thought it was only right to sit down with the masterminds behind the miles. Race directors Mark and Ryk join us to peak behind the curtain on what it really takes to organise some of the most stunning events in the county. Punk Panther have built their reputation on classic, low‑key, community‑driven races, the kind that remind you exactly why we love trail running. And with distances ranging from 5k to a full on 50‑mile...
This week, Eddie and Gary share their thoughts after the news that Ourea Events have ceased trading, a truly desperate situation for everyone involved. Gary felt the love with the Punk Panthers. Spoiler, he absolutly loved his time on the trails around Otley. The coaches tackle a triple‑whammy question from a listener down under: how to run downhill faster, coping with the heat, and dealing with grumpy knees. Our community brings the joy as always, with an inspirational Strava Club update, ta...
This week we hand the mic to Paul Booth, Sports and Performance Nutritionist and Lead Nutritionist for the Salomon International Team. Paul has played a huge role in the success of elite trail runners like Ruth Croft and Tom Evans, both of whom stormed to victory at the 2025 UTMB. He’s an academic, yes, but thankfully he speaks human. Even we managed to take on board some brilliant, practical advice to make training and racing a little kinder on the gut. We loved this chat, and if you’re some...
This week we have another jam packed Tea & Trails podcast. First up we catch up with Eddie & Gary and the spill the beans on another week of training. Is it more tears of fun times on the trails? The coaches then dive into the sensitive topic of running while grieving a loved one, before Eddie and Gary share some of the tips and tricks that help them juggle family, work, and training. And finally, you could be in with a chance of winning a waterproof jacket, thanks to our friends at H...
This week we’re welcoming back a familiar face, the brilliant Fiona Horsfield. Fresh off her incredible second‑place finish at the 2026 Winter Spine Race, Fiona joins us to unpack her 112‑hour epic journey up Britain’s most brutal trail. Think horrendous weather, hallucinations, and an unwavering determination to just keep moving forward. And because she also won last year’s Northern Traverse, we couldn’t resist picking her brain for some hard‑earned wisdom ahead of this year’s race. Links to...
More Northern Traverse training, and Gary is starting to feel the strain. The trails are stunning enough to make the miles drift by, but the sheer volume—and the constant need to stay upright, are beginning to take their toll. Our coaches chip in with some wisdom on running when you’re a new parent (spoiler: sleep is a luxury, snacks are a currency). Our Strava club members continue to be inspiring, and we chat about how to nail the taper before our A‑race. And finally, you could be in with a...
This week’s guest is Antony “Twig” Rose, in 2025, Twig completed the Centurion 100‑mile Slam and the Centurion Winter Downs 100, stacking up an astonishing five 100‑mile races in a single year. He achieved all of it while living with Parkinson’s disease. A dedicated runner who refuses to let his diagnosis set the boundaries of his life, Twig brings honesty, humour, and determination to every mile and why showing up matters more than ever. Web blog: https://puckfarkinsons.uk/ Fundraiser:...
Another week closer to the 2026 Northern Traverse, and Eddie and Gary are deep in the trenches of training, some days fun times, some days sad times, all of it inching them forward. Listeners are in the thick of their own big‑race prep too, including one brave soul wondering whether you can smash a road marathon and then step up to an ultra. Winter bugs are everywhere as well, and everyone seems to be sniffling through their long runs. When should you ease off, and when is it fine to crack on...
This week we catch up with The North Face athlete, Jon Albon, one of the most versatile and consistent endurance athletes on the planet. We look back on his huge 2025 season, dig into what he’s building toward in 2026, and then take a deep dive into Gary’s new best friend: The Albon App… or Ascend, as it’s now known after the recent rebrand. Jon brings his trademark clarity & humility. Whether you’re a mountain runner, an OCR die‑hard, or just someone who loves hearing from athletes who t...
This week on the Tea & Trails Podcast, the team dive into their weekly highs and lows as the Northern Traverse edges ever closer. Our coaching corner features some sage guidance for a listener gearing up for the 2026 Lakeland 100, and Eddie and Gary open up about what really helps them stay consistent and keep showing up day after day. We also celebrate the miles our Strava Club members have been stacking up, and, as always, we’ve got a brilliant listener Tales from the Trails to round th...
Today’s guest is in the midst of an extraordinary adventure: the Run Around Great Britain challenge, a human‑powered loop of the entire coastline. It’s part endurance feat and part love letter to the country. We catch up with Megan Boxall 117 days into her journey. She talks us through the mishaps, the coastlines, the kindness of strangers, and the moments that make big adventures feel deeply human. She’s well over halfway now, but still so much to explore. Pic Credit - Ross Taylor https://ww...
This week on the Tea & Trails podcast, Gary goes rogue and wanders off his training plan, while Eddie spills the beans on the Trailspire Ultra 6‑Hour endurance event. The coaches step in to help a listener battling a torn meniscus knee injury, and we share the simple routines that helped us bounce back quickly after our own recent races. Tales from the Trails and Strava continue to deliver the inspiration we all need, and we round things off with a Rhino‑themed Heavy Flex! Thanks to Preci...
In this episode, we sit down with HOKA athlete Gemma Hillier‑Moses, fresh off her dominant win at the 2026 Arc of Attrition 50 by UTMB, a performance built on speed, strength, and grit across those wild, muddy coastal trails. Gemma’s energy is infectious! This conversation is full of honesty, humour, and proper inspiration as she opens up about the highs and lows of her journey so far, what she’s learned along the way, and what’s brewing for the rest of 2026 and beyond. Thanks to Precision ...
What a crammed week it’s been! The National Running Show was an absolute blast, and it was brilliant meeting so many listeners in person. Huge kudos to the Altra 13 Valleys team for pulling it all together. Meanwhile, Gary had his own bit of drama to deal with as he toed the line at the Hardmoors Saltburn Trails Marathon. Could he outrun his 2014 self, and did he manage to bag that V50 win? Our coaches are on hand with some much‑needed footwear wisdom, and we share our top tip for taking on a...
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