This week, we’re joined by Jake Catterall, fresh from completing an incredible challenge in the Alps: linking the routes of MCC, OCC, UTMB, TDS, ETC, YCC and CCC, before finishing with the 300km PTL, all as one continuous superloop. The result? Nearly 900km and 61,000m of elevation in just 12 and a half days. Jake takes us through the journey behind the challenge, from the preparation and training to what it was actually like out there, and everything that went into making it happen. An incre...
In a special collaboration between The RunThrough Podcast and The RunThrough Trails Podcast, host Ben Sheppard heads to the Peak District for two conversations with trail athletes Joe Farrelly and Jordan Rowe, in partnership with Samsung and the new Galaxy Watch Ultra2. Joe shares how turning his life around led him to running and ultimately competing on the international trail running stage. He opens up about the experiences that continue to drive him, balancing training with work and famil...
In this episode, we’re joined by Lewis Moses to preview UTMB Week 2026 and break down the biggest races, contenders and storylines to watch in Chamonix. We take a closer look at OCC, CCC and UTMB, discussing the stacked men’s and women’s fields, the athletes who could challenge for the podium, course changes and how conditions could shape each race. From established favourites to potential surprises, Lewis shares his thoughts on who to watch and what could make the difference when racing gets...
What happens when training hard starts doing more harm than good? In this episode, we’re joined by Sophie Vecchione, running physiotherapist and trail runner, to talk about RED-S, under-fuelling, recovery and women’s health, and why these are conversations every runner should be having. Sophie breaks down what RED-S really means and why fuelling, recovery and learning to listen to your body are so important for long-term health and performance. She also reflects on how her approach to movemen...
From breaking the 48-hour elevation record to dreaming up his next big adventure, Matthis Granet shares what drives him to keep pushing the limits of endurance. In this episode, we dive into his training philosophy, mental approach, nutrition, sleep strategy, and the lessons he's learned from years of racing in the mountains. Matthis also opens up about the logistics behind his world-record challenge, his upcoming races, and the list of ambitious goals that continues to shape his journey.