Idiots Go Running

Matt finally drops the bombshell on Andrew — the challenge isn’t just big, it’s HUGE… and it’s happening sooner than expected. The Idiots have officially agreed to take on 350 miles of running across Ireland.This is long-distance running at its most ridiculous. Ultra-distance. Multi-day endurance. Hundreds of miles, back-to-back. Emotions run high, jokes fly, and reality sets in — can three Idiots really survive this ultra running challenge?👉 Website: idiotsgorunning.com📸 Instagram: @idiotsgorunning📘 Facebook: @idiotsgorunning🎵 TikTok: @idiotsgorunningPodcast by Colin Goodman, Andrew Goodman & Matt Knaggs#running #marathontraining #ultrarunning #endurancerunning #longdistancerunning

The Idiots are back! Colin, Andrew, and Matt reveal their boldest running adventure to date — bigger, harder, and further than anything we’ve ever taken on before. 100s of miles (or maybe even kilometres) lie ahead, and the chaos starts here.Join us as we talk training, planning, and just how ridiculous this challenge really is. Season 4 is going to push us beyond the limits — so buckle up, it’s going to be a wild run!👉 Website: idiotsgorunning.com📸 Instagram: @idiotsgorunning📘 Facebook: @idiotsgorunning🎵 TikTok: @idiotsgorunningPodcast by Colin Goodman, Andrew Goodman & Matt Knaggs#running #marathontraining #ultrarunning #runnersofinstagram #run

Famine Way 100 – DNF DiariesColin and Andrew are back to spill the beans on the Famine Way 100 – a 100-mile ultramarathon that didn’t quite go to plan. In this brutally honest episode, we talk about why we DNF’d, how it all went down, and the lessons learned along the way.We couldn’t have done it without our incredible crewman, Jeff, who went above and beyond to keep us moving. The course? 90% canal in Ireland – deceptively flat but mercilessly tough. Expect laughs, pain, reflections, and all the chaos of tackling an ultra you thought you were ready for.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts🌐 idiotsgorunning.comSponsored by Protein Rebel – use Idiots15 for 15% off

🎙️ Season 3, Episode – Colin chats with Oonah: Behind the NI Running ShowIn this episode, Colin sits down with Oonah Cattigan—trail runner, Glens of Antrim regular, and the organiser behind The NI Running Show, a brand-new event coming to Belfast in February 2026.We talk:How Oonah’s love of running inspired her to launch Northern Ireland’s first-ever dedicated running expoWhat it takes to organise a major running event (and keep your sanity)Building community, attracting big-name brands, and creating something for every type of runnerWhy the Glens are magic, and how they shaped her journeyFrom wild trail runs to booking expo stages, Oonah is passionate, driven, and full of ideas—and this episode is a brilliant insight into what’s coming to Belfast.-🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts🌐 Visit: idiotsgorunning.com📷 Instagram: @idiotsgorunning-💥 Sponsored by Protein Rebel – Get 15% off with code IDIOTS15 at proteinrebel.com

Colin meets the legendary Donald—yes, the man with that beard—who they bonded with mid-race at the NI100 (probably at the world’s longest aid station stop).-We chat:🧔 Film appearances thanks to facial hair✂️ Would Donald shave it off for a medal made from his hair?📸 Why selfies cost him a sub-24-hour finish🇩🇪 His next challenge: the Berlin 100🤪 Plus, Andrew asks another ridiculous question… as always-From beards to Berlin, this one’s full of craic, chaos, and classic running nonsense.-🎧 LISTEN & FOLLOW US:🌐 Website: www.idiotsgorunning.com📸 Instagram: @idiotsgorunning📺 YouTube: Idiots Go Running🎧 Spotify, Apple & everywhere else you get your podcasts🛠️ Sponsored by Protein Rebel – Get 15% off with code IDIOTS15 at proteinrebel.com#IdiotsGoRunning #UltraRunning #Berlin100 #TrailRunning #BeardGoals #RunningPodcast #RunWithPurpose #AndrewAsksAQuestion #EnduranceLife #RunAndLaugh #RunningCommunity #RunStrong #CrewLife #FuelledByCraic #PodcastLife

This week on Idiots Go Running, Colin chats with the one and only Jeffrey James Binney—ultra runner, filmmaker, dog-dad, and sheep-herder-in-training (yes, seriously).We dive into his journey from comedy clubs to crushing epic endurance events like the Leadville 100, one of the toughest ultra marathons on the planet. From training tales and trail madness to living off-grid with a sheepdog that’s smarter than most of us—this one’s packed with laughs, insight, and a ton of running inspiration.Expect:– Ultra running mindset– Leadville 100 – Dog logic vs runner logic– Life balance on and off the trail🎧 Hit play for a dose of humour, heart, and hardcore trail talk—idiot style.#Leadville100 #TrailRunning #UltraRunner #RunningPodcast #IdiotsGoRunning #RunningLife #RunChat #EnduranceRunning #RunnersOfSpotify #DogDadRunner #AdventureRunning #UltraTalk #JeffreyJamesBinney #OnceIsEnough #RunForFun #RunningJourney #RunYourOwnRace #RunningCommunity #RunningWithDogs #TrailLife

🎙️ New Episode: Running with Purpose – Ryan Nyquist’s Ultra Marathon Mission 🏃‍♂️💥In this episode of Idiots Go Running, we chat with the inspiring Ryan Nyquist, who’s running an ultramarathon every month to raise awareness and funds to fight sex trafficking.We talk:🍔 What fuels him (real food, not just gels)💪 His motivation to keep pushing month after month🪿 The time a gang of geese tried to take him down💡 Using running as a powerful tool to create real changeRyan’s journey is all about going the distance—for himself, for others, and for a cause that matters. You’ll laugh, be inspired, and maybe even rethink your own reasons for lacing up.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts🌐 idiotsgorunning.com🙌 Sponsored by Protein Rebel – use Idiots15 for 15% off#IdiotsGoRunning #UltraRunning #RunForChange #EndSexTrafficking #CharityRunner #AwarenessThroughAction #RunningPodcast #Ultramarathon #TrailRunning #MonthlyUltras #RunWithPurpose #MilesThatMatter #RunningToInspire #EnduranceAthlete #FightForFreedom #RunningForACause #ProteinRebel #RunningCommunity #MarathonMindset #PushYourLimits #NoFinishLine #RunTheDistance #AntiTraffickingAwareness #DoSomething #RunnersOfInstagram #RunningMotivation #MakeMilesCount #RunningWithHeart

This episode, we chat with our show sponsors—Protein Rebel!Tim joins us to talk all things fuelling and recovery, and why Protein Rebel is all about natural, easy-to-digest products without any of the usual bulking agents or chemical nasties. We dig into how the brand started, what sets them apart from the big players, and—because it’s us—how Tim ended up in an Andrew-sized puppy costume. Loads of laughs, great info, and a must-listen for anyone who wants to fuel their miles the natural way.-📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Let’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥-#UltraRunners #MizenToMalin #MarathonDesSables #MDS2025 #YoungAthletes #EnduranceChallenge #CharityRun #PancreaticCancerAwareness #RunningForACause #TrailRunning #UltraMarathon #IdiotsGoRunning #RunForLife #RunningPodcast #NICharity #ExtremeRunning #RunWithPurpose #EnduranceAthletes #MDSChallenge #MarathonTraining #RunningCommunity #InspiringRunners #FitnessJourney #AdventureRunning #RaceForACause #YoungRunners #UKChallenges #EpicRuns

In this episode of Idiots Go Running, we dive into the wild world of ultramarathon crewing! 🏃‍♂️🧃Andrew “The Crewman” Goodman shares what it’s really like supporting Colin through the 100-mile We Run Wild NI Ultra—from spilled coffee to broken headtorches and some seriously questionable decisions (including singing Queen mid-race). Somehow, it all worked out… and Colin finished in 4th place!🎙️ Expect:– Crew tips for 100-mile ultras– What to pack, what to forget, and what to never do again– The importance of timing, fuelling, and not breaking the runner– Classic crew chaos and the birth of The Crewman ChroniclesIt’s funny, honest, and surprisingly useful for anyone stepping into the world of ultrarunning—whether you’re running or just the poor soul handing out the flapjacks.📦 Sponsored by Protein Rebel – natural fuel for endurance weirdos like us.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts!🌐 idiotsgorunning.com#IdiotsGoRunning #UltraRunning #CrewLife #100MileUltra #TrailRunning #RunningPodcast #WeRunWildNI #RunningSupport #UltramarathonTips #ProteinRebel #RunningFuel #RunnersOfInstagram #EnduranceChallenge

This week on Idiots Go Running – Part 2 of the madness!We’re back with the second half of our 100-mile ultra adventure, and the chaos continues…Colin pushes through the night, somehow stronger after feeling rough early on—powered by grit, Coke, and possibly rage. Meanwhile, Andrew hits peak crew mode by spilling coffee over the spare clothes (classic).We talk about the long, dark miles, emotional finish lines, and what happens when your legs stop working but your jokes keep going. Matt Knaggs shares his race feedback (brace yourself), and we ask: what’s next? Another 100-miler? Greece? Who knows… we barely knew where we were by the end of this one!Huge thanks to our podcast sponsor Protein Rebel—keeping us fuelled and belching beet energy the whole way.–📢 Follow the idiocy:🌍 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Let’s run like absolute eejits 🏃‍♂️🔥#UltraRunning #RunningPodcast #IdiotsGoRunning #TrailRunning #100MileUltra #RunAdventure #CrewLife #FuelledByJelly #ProteinRebel #RunningFails #MarathonMadness #LongDistanceRunning #MattKnaggsSaid #ColinVsCoffee #NightRunStories #RunningLegends #MSRunner #UKRunners #InspiringMiles #RunWithUs #FinishLineFeels #RunningSupport #MarathonSupport #UltraGrit #PodcastLife #ColinAndAndrew #EejitsOnTheRun

This week, Andrew and Colin dive into the madness of their latest 100-mile ultra adventure. From Colin’s rollercoaster ride—starting off sick and somehow powering through to the finish—to Andrew’s elite-level crewing (which included spilling coffee on the spare clothes, obviously), it’s classic Idiots chaos.Expect stories of grit, jelly, coffee disasters, and a finish line that felt very far away. Buckle up—this one’s a ride.Shout out to the sponsors of our podcast Protein Rebel-📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Let’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥-#UltraRunners #MizenToMalin #MarathonDesSables #MDS2025 #YoungAthletes #EnduranceChallenge #CharityRun #PancreaticCancerAwareness #RunningForACause #TrailRunning #UltraMarathon #IdiotsGoRunning #RunForLife #RunningPodcast #NICharity #ExtremeRunning #RunWithPurpose #EnduranceAthletes #MDSChallenge #MarathonTraining #RunningCommunity #InspiringRunners #FitnessJourney #AdventureRunning #RaceForACause #YoungRunners #UKChallenges #EpicRuns

On this episode of Idiots Go Running, we chat with Lewis from Smiffy Runs! From smashing out a marathon a day for a month to fuelling with Cream Eggs (yep, really), Lewis is the kind of ultra runner who just keeps going. We talk about epic challenges, bouncing back when things go sideways, and what drives someone to keep throwing themselves into wild running adventures. Get ready for laughs, inspiration, and a serious dose of running madness!-A big thank you to the sponsors of our podcast, Protein Rebel -📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-Let’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥-#UltraRunners #MizenToMalin #MarathonDesSables #MDS2025 #YoungAthletes #EnduranceChallenge #CharityRun #PancreaticCancerAwareness #RunningForACause #TrailRunning #UltraMarathon #IdiotsGoRunning #RunForLife #RunningPodcast #NICharity #ExtremeRunning #RunWithPurpose #EnduranceAthletes #MDSChallenge #MarathonTraining #RunningCommunity #InspiringRunners #FitnessJourney #AdventureRunning #RaceForACause #YoungRunners #UKChallenges #EpicRuns

Colin chats with the one and only Ed Ettinghausen — aka The Jester — a world-record-smashing ultra runner who’s on track to complete 300+ 100-milers! 💥We dive into:👟 Running in full Jester gear (yes, seriously!)🍫 The madness of the Willy Wonka Ultra🏃‍♂️ How he keeps going mile after mile (after mile!)👶 Running for his grandkids and future generations💪 Mental toughness, pacing, fuelling, training tips😄 And all the craic and chaos you’d expect from an Idiots Go Running episode!Whether you’re training for your first 5K, deep in marathon prep, or dreaming of your next ultra, Ed’s story is a masterclass in running joy, consistency, and doing it your own way.-A big thank you to the sponsors of our podcast, Protein Rebel-📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠⁠⁠⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠⁠⁠⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠⁠⁠-Let’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥-#UltraRunners #MizenToMalin #MarathonDesSables #MDS2025 #YoungAthletes #EnduranceChallenge #CharityRun #PancreaticCancerAwareness #RunningForACause #TrailRunning #UltraMarathon #IdiotsGoRunning #RunForLife #RunningPodcast #NICharity #ExtremeRunning #RunWithPurpose #EnduranceAthletes #MDSChallenge #MarathonTraining #RunningCommunity #InspiringRunners #FitnessJourney #AdventureRunning #RaceForACause #YoungRunners #UKChallenges #EpicRuns

In this episode of Idiots Go Running, Colin chats with Jake and Ross, the youngest duo to complete the epic Mizen to Malin challenge! Not only are they ultra runners, but they’ve also built the highest igloo in the UK! -🏔️ Now, they’re taking on the Marathon des Sables (MDS) in support of NI Pancreatic Cancer. 💜 Hear about their incredible journey, how they prepare for the world’s toughest race, and their passion for raising awareness for such an important cause. You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation!-A big thank you to the sponsors of our podcast, Protein Rebel-📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: ⁠⁠⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠⁠⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠⁠⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠⁠-Let’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥-#UltraRunners #MizenToMalin #MarathonDesSables #MDS2025 #YoungAthletes #EnduranceChallenge #CharityRun #PancreaticCancerAwareness #RunningForACause #TrailRunning #UltraMarathon #IdiotsGoRunning #RunForLife #RunningPodcast #NICharity #ExtremeRunning #RunWithPurpose #EnduranceAthletes #MDSChallenge #MarathonTraining #RunningCommunity #InspiringRunners #FitnessJourney #AdventureRunning #RaceForACause #YoungRunners #UKChallenges #EpicRuns

In this episode of Idiots Go Running, Colin sits down with Artemus, the mastermind behind the best bakery in Greece! 🇬🇷🥐 From fueling runners with perfect pastries to sharing the secrets behind the flakiest filo, Artemus gives us the inside scoop on what makes his bakery a must-visit. We chat about the importance of good food for endurance, the best pre- and post-run treats, and, of course, how many pastries Andrew can eat in one sitting. This one is a feast for the ears—don’t listen on an empty stomach!#GreekBakery #BestBakeryInGreece #FuelForRunners #PastryPower #CarbLoading #RunFuel #AthensEats #MarathonToAthens #IdiotsGoRunning #FoodieRunner #RunningPodcast #MarathonTraining #UltraRunning #TrailRunning #RunningCommunity #RunForFood #AthensMarathon #BakeryLife #BestPastries #GreekFood #RunnersFuel #EatRunRepeat #GreeceAdventures #FoodLovers #PreRunSnack #PostRunFuel #EnduranceEats #EpicEats #AthensFood

We did it, baby! 🇬🇷🏃‍♂️We made it from Marathon to Athens—26.2 miles of pure history, sweat, and a few questionable decisions. This was Andrew’s first marathon, and let’s be honest, the real goal was survival (and snacks).Along the way, we took in the sights: the legendary Athenian soldier, the stunning Bay of Marathon, and—most importantly—secured a top-tier pastry and coffee stop mid-race. Priorities! ☕🥐And where did we finish? Only in the Panathenaic Stadium, baby! The birthplace of the modern Olympics, and to top it all off, we bagged an official marathon medal… from the souvenir shop, but that still counts, right? 🏅From hitting the wall to race-day magic, finding that extra gear to fueling up with caffeine, this episode is a journey through one of the most iconic marathons in the world—with a full dose of Idiots Go Running chaos.🎧 Tune in to hear how it all went down!Thanks for being part of the journey—now let’s keep running like idiots! 🏃‍♂️💨📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: ⁠⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠#Running #RunHappy #RunForLife #RunInspiration #MarathonTraining #RunnersCommunity #InstaRunners #RunEveryDay #TrailRunning #RunToInspire #Podcast #MilesOverExcuses #SufferBetter #PainCave #UltraLife #NoWeakLegsLet’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥

We made it to Greece, baby! 🇬🇷🏃‍♂️It’s part one of our Marathon to Athens Adventure, and in true Idiots Go Running style, it’s already been an eventful journey. ✈️ From dodgy travel decisions to high-stakes Rock, Paper, Scissors, we somehow made it to the start line.But that’s not all—we had the absolute privilege of meeting the one and only Ultramarathon Man, Dean Karnazes, AND Spartathlon’s leading female runner, Jo Manta! Legends, eejits, and a whole lot of running chat.From hitting the wall to negative splits, fueling strategies to race-day nerves, we cover it all. Whether you’re a back-of-the-pack hero, a mid-pack warrior, or out there chasing PBs, this one’s for you! Buckle up—it’s only just beginning! 🎧🔥-Thanks for being part of the journey—now let’s keep running like idiots! 🏃‍♂️💨📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: ⁠⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠#Running #RunHappy #RunForLife #RunInspiration #MarathonTraining #RunnersCommunity #InstaRunners #RunEveryDay #TrailRunning #RunToInspire #Podcast #MilesOverExcuses #SufferBetter #PainCave #UltraLife #NoWeakLegsLet’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥

Idiots Go Running - Episode 50! 🎉🏃‍♂️🎙️We’ve made it, eejits! Idiots Go Running has hit the big 5-0, and we’re celebrating right here, right now! 🥳In this milestone episode, we take a look back at where we started, the incredible guests who’ve joined us, and—of course—all the slips, trips, and absolute running disasters we’ve had along the way. 😅Plus, Matt and Nick drop in with a special message, and we finally hear Nick’s top running tip of all time! Will it be life-changing? Will it involve snacks? You’ll have to listen to find out.Thanks for being part of the journey—now let’s keep running like idiots! 🏃‍♂️💨📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: ⁠idiotsgorunning.com⁠📷 Instagram: ⁠@idiotsgorunning⁠🎵 Spotify: ⁠Idiots Go Running⁠#Running #RunHappy #RunForLife #RunInspiration #MarathonTraining #RunnersCommunity #InstaRunners #RunEveryDay #TrailRunning #RunToInspire #Podcast #MilesOverExcuses #SufferBetter #PainCave #UltraLife #NoWeakLegsLet’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥

Idiots Go Running - Guest Episode: Patrick Delorenzi 🎙️🏃‍♂️💨This one’s an absolute belter! Colin sits down with Patrick Delorenzi—an Italian Ironman, Ultra Runner, and Videographer who’s got endurance stories for days! From crushing UTMB Istria 100 to knocking out sub-10-hour Ironman races, Patrick knows how to suffer well and come out the other side stronger.We chat about pushing through the pain cave, race-day mindset, and how he balances speed, endurance, and adventure. Oh, and his go-to ultra fuel? Naak waffles—because every mile needs a snack strategy!So, lace up, grab your favourite post-run recovery snack (yes, even if it’s just a pile of jelly like Andrew), and join us for some top-tier running craic with a man who knows how to keep the legs turning over!🏃‍♂️ Follow Patrick’s journey:📷 Instagram: @patrickdelorenzi📍 Strava: Patrick Delorenzi🌍 Website: www.patrickdelorenzi.com---⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Idiots Go Running⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Produced, recorded, and edited by Colin Goodman and Andrew Goodman📢 Follow us for more running chaos:🌍 Website: idiotsgorunning.com📷 Instagram: @idiotsgorunning🎵 Spotify: Idiots Go Running🐦 Twitter/X: @idiotsgorunning#Running #RunHappy #RunForLife #RunInspiration #MarathonTraining #RunnersCommunity #InstaRunners #RunEveryDay #TrailRunning #RunToInspire #Podcast #MilesOverExcuses #SufferBetter #PainCave #UltraLife #NoWeakLegsLet’s get out there and run like absolute eejits! 🏃‍♂️🔥

In this episode, Andrew and Colin chat about their upcoming adventure to Greece—because running the original marathon route isn’t just about the miles, it’s about the journey (and the snacks). 🥐 Expect plenty of talk about the local pastry shop, strategic coffee stops, and, of course, how Andrew plans to sneak in breaks along the way. But it’s not all about food! They’re also gearing up to meet ultra-running legend Dean Karnazes and Jo Manta, who finished 4th in Spartathlon! With history, iconic routes, and some serious running royalty, this trip is shaping up to be one for the record books. Oh, and yes, they do talk about running… eventually. From (questionable) training plans to race day strategies, plus some solid history chat on Rock of Marathon, this one’s packed with craic, carbs, and running inspiration. 🎧 Tune in for the banter, stay for the legends! 📍 Visit our website: idiotsgorunning.com 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @idiotsgorunning 📘 Like us on Facebook: Idiots Go Running