The Run4It Podcast

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Taking a broad but relaxed look at the world of running from the perspective of Run4It - one of the UK's leading specialist running retailers. We're bringing the latest news, gear reviews and interviews to help inspire runners of all abilities to improve their fitness, health, and wellbeing through running. If you want to get in touch to ask questions, give feedback or are interested in being on the show you can reach us at [email protected].

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Designing Ronhill Footwear, with Harry Bolton

Mar 12 2024 53 mins  
In this episode, Finlay is joined by Harry Bolton, the product designer behind Ronhill's first range of trail footwear.Based near Keswick in the Lake District, Harry lives and breathes off-road running with several major race wins to his name, including being crowned both English and British U23 Fell Running Champion in 2022. Combine his fell running prowess with his Sports En

Understanding Pronation & Picking Shoes

Jan 30 2024 59 mins  
What is pronation? Are you an "overpronator" or an "underpronator"? How does it affect shoe choice?In this episode, Finlay and James try to answer common questions and dispel common misconceptions about foot pronation and biomechanics – looking at the importance of the gait analysis process in finding the right running shoes.Episode info starts at 09:56Key tak

Marathon Training Sessions

Sep 21 2023 55 mins  
With autumn marathons fast approaching, Finlay and James talk through some key marathon training sessions to help build speed and endurance for the marathon, and prepare your body to be in prime shape come race day.Recent happenings covered first. Session info starts at 21:20. James’ favourite sessions:Marathon-pace intervals with moderate recovery. 5K-4K-3K-2K-1K with 5-3 min re

Heart Rate Training: What You Need To Know

Aug 03 2023 65 mins  
In this episode Finlay is joined by former Podcast guest and Maybury Shop Manager, James Dunn, to shed light on training with heart rate, and help you decide whether it is right for you.Donning their sports scientist hats, they explain how heart rate can be used as a useful tool and measure in defining and differentiating runs by level of intensity (from easy to moderate to hard),

The Four Pillars of Running Training

Jun 30 2023 40 mins  
In this episode, Finlay and Jack talk through four key components of running training:FrequencyConsistencyDurationIntensityExplaining how constructing your running training plan around these four pillars – week-to-week and month-to-month – will lend to aerobic development and improvement. In covering frequency and consistency, they touch on the importance of creating habits and

Super Shoes: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

May 18 2023 40 mins  
In this episode, Finlay and Jack talk super shoes and imposter syndrome – exploring the sense or perception runners often have that so-called "super shoes" are just for elite or fast runners, and putting forward reasons why that's not the case and how they can help everyone improve their running.Finlay runs through the features we expect with super shoes and exactl

The Science Behind Tapering

Mar 16 2023 51 mins  
We’re back! In this episode, Finlay and new co-host Jack discuss the science behind tapering: what tapering is and why tapering is so important before race day. While (as you’ll hear) every taper is highly individual, it typically involves the gradual reduction in training load (both distance and intensity) in the final two to three weeks ahead of an event, such as a marathon.

A Guide to Winter Running Kit

Dec 01 2022 63 mins  
In this episode Chris and Finlay run through the fundamentals of putting together your winter running wardrobe. Whether this is your first winter as a runner, or it's always a season that blights your progress, this episode will run through how to build you running wardrobe to withstand the wind, rain, and cold. To get in touch, email: the [email protected].

What is Heart Rate Variability and Will it Really Help my Running?

Nov 17 2022 57 mins  
Finlay wears his sports scientist hat in this episode while Chris grills him about heart rate variability (HRV) - the long-celebrated metric in sports science that measures the time variance between heartbeats to give an indication of stress and how prepared the body is to perform. The new Garmin Forerunners 255 and 955 both come with long-term HRV tracking functionality, meaning G

Trail Running, Everything You Need to Know to Get Started

Nov 03 2022 76 mins  
Trail running can vary from well manicured gravel roads, all the way up to braving the elements across challenging skyline routes. In many ways, it's road running without the concrete, but steeper gradients and inconsistent terrains can make the physical and logistical demands of the trails completely different.In this episode Chris and Finlay discuss everything you need to kn