The Jake Dearden Podcast

In this episode, we're joined by Mitch Hutchcraft, a former Royal Marine who turned a childhood dream into one of the most incredible endurance challenges ever undertaken.From climbing Kilimanjaro solo at just 16, spending six years in the Royal Marines and rowing 3,000 miles across the Atlantic, to swimming the English Channel in 18.5 hours and cycling across 18 countries, Mitch's story is one of determination, resilience and redefining what's possible.Mitch opens up about losing his dad, the promise that drove him forward, the mental battles behind his expeditions and what it really takes to keep going when everything feels impossible.We also discuss the dangers of cycling through the Middle East and India, the challenges of funding an expedition of this scale, and what it felt like to finally stand on top of the world's highest mountain.New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. 00:00 - Mitch Kraft: The 13,000km Journey to Everest 02:20 - The Childhood Dream of Climbing Everest 08:45 - Losing His Dad & Joining the Royal Marines 18:00 - Rowing 3,000 Miles Across the Atlantic 24:25 - The Crazy Idea to Climb Everest From England 34:18 - Swimming the English Channel: 18.5 Hours of Hell 38:50 - Cycling 12,000km Across 18 Countries 42:00 - Almost Running Out of Money & Near-Death Experiences 47:15 - Battling Self-Doubt & Finally Reaching Everest 51:04 - Surviving the Descent & Life After Everest 15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code:JAKE :https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/JakedeardenGet two weeks free of Pliability - https://pliab.ly/jake-dearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we sit down with physiologist and wellness expert Oli Patrick to break down the science behind human performance, why so many of us are constantly tired, and how to get more out of our bodies and minds.We discuss the six pillars of health, the importance of sleep and recovery, mindset, gratitude, biohacking, blood testing, and why the basics will always matter more than the latest wellness trends.New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.00:00 – Meet Oli Patrick: The Science of Human Performance14:43 – The Essential Pillars of Health and Performance18:01 – Why Recovery Is About More Than Sleep24:32 – The Power of Boredom and Switching Off29:38 – How Your Mindset Impacts Physical Performance38:05 – Gratitude: A Secret Weapon for Performance44:50 – Why Everyone Is So Tired: The Energy Crisis56:15 – Can Helping Others Reduce Stress and Burnout?01:08:09 – Retirement, Identity and Finding Purpose01:12:52 – Biohacking, Blood Tests and What Actually Works15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code:JAKE :https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/JakedeardenGet two weeks free of Pliability - https://pliab.ly/jake-dearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're joined by Olympic pole vaulter and two-time World Champion Molly Caudery to talk about the highs and lows of competing at the highest level of athletics. From starting out as a gymnast and discovering pole vault, to moving to Miami, becoming a professional athlete and winning two World Indoor Championships, Molly shares the journey behind her success. We also get into the reality of elite training, spinal surgery, Olympic disappointment, overcoming injuries, dealing with fear, sports psychology and what it takes to keep pushing when things don't go to plan. Plus, we discuss relationships between elite athletes, recovery, nutrition, sleep and the importance of finding balance outside of sport. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday. 00:00 - Meet Molly: Life as an Olympic Pole Vaulter02:12 - From Gymnastics to Discovering Pole Vault05:58 - Miami, University Life & Choosing Professional Athletics10:11 - Spinal Surgery & Making a Comeback12:42 - Inside an Elite Pole Vaulter's Weekly Training19:56 - Speed, Bigger Poles & Overcoming Fear24:58 - Pole Vault Injuries & The Dangers of the Sport26:41 - Two World Titles, Olympic Heartbreak & Setbacks30:16 - Sports Psychology, Mental Strength & Relationships41:20 - Life Outside Sport, Recovery, Nutrition & Consistency15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code:JAKE :https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/JakedeardenGet two weeks free of Pliability - https://pliab.ly/jake-dearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're joined by the one and only Ross Cook, aka The Hardest Geezer.From running 66 days self-supported from Asia to London to becoming the first person to run the entire length of Africa, Russ has built a reputation for pushing the limits of human endurance.We get into the reality behind these insane adventures, the mental battles, dealing with people questioning whether he actually ran across Africa, finding purpose, fatherhood and what comes next.We also discuss why people get too comfortable, the importance of chasing something meaningful and why you don't have to settle for the life you've found yourself in.New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.00:00 - Meeting The Hardest Geezer02:07 - Running From Asia To London With No Support06:47 - The Craziest Moments On The Road11:50 - Why He Needed To Prove Himself14:31 - Does Success Make You Comfortable?18:24 - The Reality Of Running Across Africa27:18 - Life Beyond Running Across Africa36:27 - What's Next For Ross Cook?40:13 - Why You Should Stop Playing It Safe56:43 - Building An Adventure Company & His Next Insane Challenge15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code:JAKE :https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/JakedeardenGet two weeks free of Pliability - https://pliab.ly/jake-dearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marc Dean joins Jake for a conversation about going from a full-time electrician to an elite HYROX athlete and what it really takes to compete at the highest level. We cover how to break 60 minutes, build a better running engine, structure your training, fuel for performance, improve recovery and balance elite sport with being a dad.Mark also opens up about setbacks, confidence, the sacrifices behind competing professionally and why doing more isn't always the answer.New episodes every Tuesday & Friday. 00:00 – Introducing Mark Dean: From Electrician to Elite Athlete02:23 – Leaving a 15-Year Career to Chase HYROX05:37 – How Motocross Built His Fitness and Mindset12:56 – Training Hard, Finding Structure and Learning to Recover18:15 – Balancing Elite Sport, Work and Family26:18 – How to Break 60 Minutes in HYROX35:11 – Training Volume, Mobility and the Minimum Effective Dose43:00 – Nutrition, Fuelling and Getting Race-Ready58:04 – Sleep, Recovery and Preparing for Race Day01:32:22 – Toughest HYROX Stations, World Champion Predictions and Life as a Dad15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code:JAKE :https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/JakedeardenGet two weeks free of pliability: https://pliab.ly/jake-dearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.