She Trails Podcast

I’m really excited to be joined by Gemma Hillier-Moses for this new episode. She is a pro ultra runner from the UK who’s made an incredible rise in just three years of trail running. We caught up right after her longest race yet at Chianti Ultra Trail, racing alongside some of the best women trail runners in the world.We discuss her journey, and the perspective and life changes that came from facing an aggressive cancer at 24 years old. We deep dive into what followed in terms of career, projects and sport, with at the core her passion for the outdoors and helping others. Also the way she talks about backing herself and trusting what feels right at different stages of life really stuck with me.. Hope you enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited to welcome Henriette Albon for this new episode, an amazing mountain runner based in Norway. She just won TransGrancanaria for the second consecutive year, with her husband also taking the top spot this year. We dive into what it takes to perform at that level, the discipline behind the scenes, and the big life decisions that came with going all-in on the athlete lifestyle & building a business.She shares how much joy she finds in being outdoors and connected to nature, and we chat about the highs and lows of the sport, the wins, navigating injury and REDs and the road back to being the strong athlete she knows she can be. I hope you enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited to welcome Mercedes Siegle-Gaither for this new episode, she is a professional ultra mountain runner for Merrell, based in Colorado. She has been running ultras for over a decade, exploring different distances and terrain, and recently raced UTS 100 miles and Arc50 in the UK so we dive into those in more details. We also discuss the balancing act of wanting to do it all: racing, staying competitive, crewing friends, traveling, and choosing the right events to support long-term goals like UTMB, while protecting your mental energy to avoid burnout.She also shares insights about her journey with sponsorship, and advice for athletes hoping to build those partnerships in a sustainable and authentic way. Hope you enjoy this episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited to welcome Shirin for a new episode. Her story begins in the mountains of Iran, growing up climbing alongside her dad, where she fell in love with adventure and the outdoors. Her connection to the mountains never left her and she kept it alive by leading expeditions back in Iran, becoming a climbing instructor and more recently, getting into ultra-running. We talk about coming into the sport with a mountaineering background, embracing the process, finding friendships and the curiosity and excitement for all the ultra challenges she has taken on and dreams of next. She also tells us more about her work with Into Ultra, that aims to provide financial support to runners so they get the chance to step on their dream start lines too. I hope you will enjoy the episode.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So happy to welcome Siân Longthorpe for this new episode of the podcast. Running has been a constant in her life, on the road and the trails, through different life stages, and more recently the transition to her new life as a woman. She shares more on her journey with us, the initial fears of loosing the community that means a lot to her, and how her relationship with running evolved, becoming an incredible way to process things and be immersed in nature. We talk about how she’s finding new joy in running, and why challenging biased media narratives by sharing different stories is essential, because we’re all human, and trans people belong in running. So grateful for her time and I hope you will enjoy the episode.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super excited to welcome Megan Boxall today! I catch up with her in the middle of a truly huge adventure, running the coast of Britain. She shares the preparation, work behind the scenes and the why for this journey, raising money and awareness for the Samaritans charity that supported her through her own mental health struggles.On day 95, she tells us more about the coast path’s views, adapting when things don’t go to plan, the joy of sharing miles with the running community, and how this experience has already changed her.Now in Scotland, she’s looking forward to many more days out running, so if you’re in Scotland, do reach out to her!Here are some ways you can support her on this journeySupport her fundraising effort for the Samaritans: https://www.justgiving.com/page/megan-boxall-run-britain?newPage=trueJoin her on the route: https://meganboxall.com/join-me-on-run-britain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m so happy to welcome Trish Patterson for this first episode of 2026. She is is an adventurer, based in the UK who loves running and exploring in the mountains, and this December, she became the first person ever to complete a Winter Dragon FKT. It represents 370 kilometres and over 16,000 meters of elevation along the spine of the mountains of Wales.This FKT is the result of years building experience, skills, and confidence, and we explore where her sense of adventure comes from, with curiosity as a starting point always. She shares more on her experience, how she imagined and organised it, and some key moments and challenges. We also discuss the importance of getting out of our comfort zones, and staying open to opportunities.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am really excited to welcome Sabrina Pace-Humphreys to the podcast. She’s an ultra-runner, co-founder of Black Trail Runners, and is known for bringing joy, representation, and meaningful change to the trails. In this episode, we chat about what it takes to help more people feel welcome in trail running, which is something she dives into in her latest book "Start where you are". We explore the question of sustainable change and whether the sport is moving in the right direction, her “why” and what it means to keep showing up as an activist without burning out.She also takes us through her recent UTMB journey, and what comes next. A conversation you don’t want to miss, hope you love it!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Very happy to welcome Lydia Oldham to the podcast today. She’s an ultra-runner and since a couple of years has taken on big solo adventure projects, her latest one being a 500km run from London to Cornwall. We talk about her mindset and attitude towards change, and the resilience she built when swimming competitively. We also go into more details on all the things we don’t see when following these big challenges from afar, how she chooses them, everything it takes to make them happen behind the scenes, and what was special in each of them. Hope you enjoy our conversation. Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super excited to welcome Sophie Grant to the podcast! She’s an ultra-runner, coach, mountain adventurer who has been showing up consistently in this sport for years. Sophie recently completed her third Tor des Géants, and we dive into what that experience looked like! But this episode isn’t just about racing. We talk about what radical change could look like for women in endurance, the incredible partnership she and her husband bring to race days but also to their life in general.She tells us more about her upcoming film “Off Course” with Stephanie Case, a story about friendship, and navigating ultra-running and IVF. Hope you enjoy this episode.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So happy to welcome Lianne van Dijk to the podcast today. This summer she tackled the Dragon’s Back Race, a 380 km, six-day ultra-running challenge across the spine of Wales. In her first ever stage race, and her first race in Wales, she finished 3rd woman and 10th overall.We dive into what the experience was really like, the highs, the lows, what she learned by trying something completely different, and how she’s redefining her relationship with running. We also talk about the expectations we put on ourselves, why running is such an honest sport, and the importance of not comparing ourselves to others, both in running and in life. Hope you enjoy the episode as much as I enjoyed this conversation. Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So happy to welcome Milly Young on the podcast today. Based in the mountains in France, she is a climber and runner, and describes running as her way to explore and a means to adventure and connecting with nature. This year, she completed her second PTL a UTMB race, short for La Petite Trotte a Leon, with her brother. She tells us more about this unique experience, 300km of less explored trails as a team, and a cross-over between running and mountaineering. We explore more of what led her to this particular race, the joy of doing it together with her brother, and her growing passion for the mountains from Australia to Chamonix. Hope you enjoy this episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So happy to welcome Sylvia Nordskar on the podcast today. She is a pro-ultra runner from Norway, who recently took on the 100k finals of the UTMB series, considered one of the most competitive in history this year, as 3 past winners stood on the start line. We take time to unpack her experience, where she got the second place in a very exciting women’s race. We also explore more about her journey in the sport, training, competition and building confidence in the process. Excited for you to hear Sylvia’s story, and I hope you enjoy the episode. Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a special episode, and the last one of a mini series of 3 episodes, following Rebecca Devereux on her way to OCC, the 50k finals of UTMB in Chamonix. We dive into her week in the mountains, her race experience and much more. Hope you enjoyed this serie and now this episode!Wtf x Black Trail Runners tshirts are available hereSubscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I am very happy to share my conversation with the awesome Anna Troup. We recorded this episode after her Summer Spine journey, 268 miles along the Pennine Way, where she won the race outright. Endurance athlete since she was young, she tells us more about why she started and loves ultra-running and how it evolved with the years, alongside the different stages of her life as a mum and professional. We also talk and reflect on experience and aging as an athlete, injury recovery, and the importance of running your own race. I felt in this conversation, a lot of what we talk about applies to life, and I hope you will enjoy this episode :)Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Excited to share the second episode mini series of 3 episodes, following Rebecca Devereux on her way towards OCC, the 50K category final for the UTMB World Series in Chamonix in Chamonix. This time, we focus on her training journey, what she focused on, what works for her, and mental & physical strategy for the day. She also answers some questions from you all from instagram! Hope you enjoy the episode.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super happy to welcome Johanna Antila to the podcast for today's episode. We recorded this episode before Western States, where she was the first Finnish Female on the start line! From her career in Track and Field, to her career in Ultra-Running now, she tells us more about the journey, and what’s special about this year. In this conversation we talk about how and why she chooses the races she takes on, her vision of success for them, discovering new things we didn’t know we needed, and believing in ourselves and our dreams. I can’t wait for you to listen to it!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Excited to welcome Natalie Utting-Thomas to the podcast for today’s episode, where we stay on the theme of ultra long distance, and deep dive into her latest race, Wild Horse 200 in South Wales. She won the women’s race and was 4th overall, taking 10 hours off the female course record. We talk more about her journey, falling in love with long distances, the adventures, what it means, and learning to trust herself, fuel, recover, and see herself differently.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a special episode, and the first one of a mini series of 3 episodes, following Rebecca Devereux on her way towards OCC at the end of Summer in Chamonix. I love the way she shares her running and training journey on instagram, and I was so excited when she said yes to create this series of episodes together. In the first episode we focus on her why behind taking part in this iconic race, the motivation and what has been instrumental in her running journey. Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcoming Kyla Rose Maher on today’s episode to talk about her latest ultra experience, Cocodona 250. She is funny, passionate and love to create space and communities for people, which is what she is doing in trail running. We unpack her Cocodona journey, the fun, the less fun, the lessons and feelings post race and the intensity of the experience. She keeps it real and tell us how important it was stay silly, laugh and to be surrounded with the people she loves. Cant wait for you to hear it. Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m so excited to share a special episode of She Trails Podcast with you today! This year marked the first London 100 event— an ultramarathon designed to help runners experience different sides of the city: hidden trails and famous landmarks. Runners could choose between 25km, 50km, or the full 100km challenge. It was great to chat with people on the day, and I share three longer interviews with runners and a photographer, Silvia Zedda, Eleanor Corker and Zoe Salt.Hope you enjoy the episode,Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited to welcome Samantha Lissauer on this new episode. She's a passionate long distance trail runner, with a strong track record of mountain adventures throughout the UK.In this conversation, we dive into her running journey, and latest awesome FKT achievement, 120k along the Cumbria Way. We explore what it takes to prepare for demanding races and challenges, mentally and physically, and what it really means to believe in yourself in these moments. We talk about the importance of embracing personal challenges, enjoying the process, and noticing how it can shift your mindset and open new doors in life. We also chat about kindness, the rising popularity of trail running and maximizing the benefits it brings.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thrilled to welcome Stephanie Case to the podcast today - a humanitarian lawyer, ultra-runner, and a mum! You might have recently seen her story making waves after she won the Ultra Trail Snowdonia 100km not only starting from wave 3, but also breastfeeding her daughter during the race which was so cool. In this episode, we talk about that powerful moment, her first race since becoming a mum, and everything it taught her. But Stephanie’s journey goes far beyond this win, and it was an awesome opportunity to talk about much more of her story too, from racing epic events such as Tor des Glaciers, her journey to pregnancy, to her work advocating for women in sport, and using her platform to inspire, support and make space for others. I can’t wait for you to hear it.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super happy to welcome Holly Stables to the podcast for today’s episode. She is a talented ultra-runner, coach and our conversation took place just three weeks after she completed The Speed Project Solo—an epic run and journey from Los Angeles to Las Vegas. We dive into what makes this challenge so unique and intense. Holly shares how the experience measured up to her expectations, what the return to “real life” was like, and why it ended up being just as much a mental journey as a physical one.. We also explore Holly’s path as a runner and her career in the industry—what's evolved, and what new challenges are emerging.It’s a thoughtful, honest conversation about endurance, growth, and perspective. I hope you enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Excited to welcome Lizzie Gatherer to the podcast today. She joins me to talk about her journey through ultra-running - from her first ultra to chasing joy, and big goals.Lizzie tell us about her mindset approaching tough challenges and how it shapes her experience. This episode is also a first for the podcast, as we dive into the world of Backyard Ultras. Lizzie breaks down what they are, shares what drew her to them. She talks us through her experiences pushing her limits in this unique format, earning a spot on Team England and her recent 208-mile effort. We also discuss friends and places that inspire her, fuel strategy and staying true to herself.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm so happy to share my conversation with Dr. Brianna Rita Pagán—an ultra-runner, board member of Footprints Running, space ecologist, professor and environmentalist. Her passion lies in connecting and speaking with others - through science, storytelling, and through movement.In this episode, we talk about her journey - from discovering the magic of nature running outside, to growing a deep care for the environment, and ultimately building a career rooted in that love. She shares her evolution - as a runner, scientist, and as a human. We explore the role community has played in shaping her path, the idea of radical hope for our future, and the pure joy of running in the mountains with her dogs. Enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So happy to welcome today’s guest Ida Nilsson to the podcast. She grew up in a family of athletes, where movement and sport were part of life, and fun. From a young age, she embraced track, cross country, and athletics as a career—until an injury forced her to pause and consider different paths. Eventually, the call to move fast came back—and at 35, she stepped into trail running. Ida has since run—and won—some of the most demanding trail races out there, recently placing 6th at the iconic 100-mile Western States, and taking first place at this year’s TransGrancanaria 82km after a thrilling women’s race. We discuss this latest experience, the evolution of competition and her relationship with it, and what she is looking forward to next.We also talk about what keeps her grounded and motivated, as well as her work with Moon Valley, the company she co-founded.This is a story of resilience, and reconnecting with freedom through the trails. Hope you enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into women trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited to welcome Noor to the podcast for this new episode. She is a climber, and ultra-runner from the Netherlands, and most recently won the Arc of Attrition 100.We dive into her journey falling in love with the mountains and two sports in particular, first mountaineering and a little later on, ultra-running. She takes us inside her Arc100 experience with the highs and lows of 100miles alongside the coast in Cornwall. We also talk about her evolving mindset since stepping into the sports, and now competing and winning and how she is navigating this new space.She shares her next big challenge with us, what drives her, and how she’s embracing the process of growth, both on the trails and beyond. Enjoy the episode!The documentary we talk about during the conversation: HERESubscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Excited to have Charlotte Clarke on today’s podcast – a passionate Ultra-Runner and coach. A heart condition and surgery at just 20 years old were the catalyst to explore more of her limits, living life to the fullest and discovering the word of trail-running. In this conversation we talk about her latest race the Arc of Attrition which ended with a DNF. We break down the stigma around not finishing, what it taught her and why these moments are as valuable as the finishes. We dive into self-awareness, expectations – and navigating social media as an ultra-runner and a coach.At the heart of it all, she shares more on the joy she finds in the simple things: being outside, moving through nature and embracing the adventure.It’s a deep, honest and engaging chat,. I hope you enjoy it !Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So happy to welcome Alice Kershaw to the podcast today who recently won the Spine Challenger South, an Ultra-Race of 108 miles along the iconic Pennine Way. We deep dive into this incredible experience, and talk about what’s special about ultra-running for her, as well as other races experiences such as Dragon’s Back. We also discuss her involvement on environmental work and running projects, what we can do as individuals to protect nature, and of course the community and joy she’s found through the sport.I hope you love listening as much as I loved this conversation, enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thrilled to have Robyn Cassidy on today’s podcast - Ultra-Runner, Physio, Researcher and all-around outdoor lover. Earlier this year, she completed the Full Winter Spine Race, A non-stop, 268 miles race along the Pennine Way, finishing 2nd female and 9th overall! We dive into the experience itself, how it went, the preparation and the mental and physical challenges along the way. We also explore what running truly means to her, what keeps her coming back for more, and her deep connection to the outdoors and the ultra-running community—whether she’s racing, volunteering, crewing, or simply out on the trails..I hope you love listening as much as I loved this conversation, enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Very happy to welcome Elizabeth on the podcast today. She is a mum, an ultra-runner, hiker and community advocate for Blaze Trails. She shares more on her personal and running journey, resilience and how the last few years have redefined what running is and means to her.We also talk about the Blaze trail initiative from her first walk to now being involved as a Director, aiming to empower parents through movement and time outdoors. Whether you're a runner, a parent, or someone looking for a fresh perspective on finding joy in movement, this episode is for you. Enjoy!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super happy to welcome Maria Ledesma for this new episode of She Trails Podcast. Ultra-Runner, Dreamer, based in the UK, she is driven by embracing life experiences and exploring her own limits on the trails. Last year, for her birthday, she celebrated by running Winter Downs 200, a 200 miles race that takes places in December In the UK, when the days are the shortest. She reflects on her journey and tell us more about the experience, her why, what helps during the low moments, and of course, the highs. This conversation is a reminder that the real journey isn’t just about miles or finish lines—it’s about discovering what truly moves you.I hope you love listening as much as I loved this conversation, enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super excited to share this conversation with Becca, recorded before Christmas! She is not only an ultra-runner, but also a passionate outdoor adventurer who thrives in the mountains – whether it’s hiking, swimming or pushing her limits on the trails.She takes us through her journey, from growing up as a competitive ski racer and fencer, to re-discovering her love for the outdoors, and embracing trail running. We talk about her summer where she explored the mountains across Europe, and challenged herself hiking the iconic Tour du Mont Blanc. We also chat about her latest achievement completing 100km race in Snowdonia, and more such as mindset, health anxiety, community, and the mindfulness that comes with endurance sports.It was such a refreshing, fun conversation, and I hope it makes you want to explore your own adventures, whatever they are.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Very happy to share my conversation with Marie Cheng today. She is an ultra-runner, mountain lover and marketing director for the UK UTMB Events.We talk about her leap from the corporate world and the city to a more creative life in nature, her introduction to running and how it also shaped her career. She shares the challenges, and the joy that this new lifestyle brought her – and we discuss ways she hopes to encourage people into the sport via her work, such as women and people from under-represented background.This is a conversation about the importance of finding your own path, knowing yourself, and chasing what lights you up – whether it’s in a running race or a passion project.I hope you love listening as much as I loved this conversation, enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited to welcome Lucy Bartholomew on the podcast today. We talk more about her journey as a human and pro ultra runner, from the passion, to choices, doubts, joy, to performance and growing a community. Last September 2024, she set out on an epic challenge, and completed UTMB and the IronMan World Championship with a 3 weeks rest in between. We deep dive into this experience, the why and how she prepared for this. We also talk about her view and hopes on the evolution of women’s performance in ultra running, and what she is excited about next.I hope you love listening as much as I loved this conversation, enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am so happy to introduce today’s episode, where I welcome Tirtha Gurung to the podcast. She is a runner, who in the last 3 years has discovered the trails, and pushed herself to new heights. After completing UTS100k – a feat in itself – she got into UTMB 2024, and completed it! What made it even more special was 7 of her running friends from the Runderbolt community, volunteering to crew, support and cheer her on, for this monumental adventure.This is her UTMB Story, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it and celebrate it with you all, I hope you love listening as much as I loved this conversation, enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This our last episode before a brief festive break, and I am super excited to welcome Tara Dower on the podcast today. She is an incredible thru hiker and ultra runner that has just made history and set the overall FKT (Fastest Known Time) on the iconic Appalachian Trail in 40 days, 18 hours and 5 minutes.She tells us more about what she loves about the trail and her motivation to take this on. We also deep dive on how she worked with her crew to find flow state and keep pushing forward knowing they were 120 miles behind at the beginning.We also talk about racing Hardrock before the FKT, curiosity, confidence, and her view on the sport, women and what’s ahead.I hope you love listening as much as I loved this conversation, enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So happy to share my conversation with Renee McGregor on the podcast today. She’s a best-selling author, a sports dietitian specialised in REDs, female athletes and endurance sports and an accomplished trail runner herself.We discuss her journey towards a life closer to nature, aligned with her core values in life but also, in her work to help athletes thrive in their health and endurance journey.  She shares how running has been a powerful way for her to connect with nature, support her mental health and find social connection. From her first run alongside the canal, to ultras in the mountains, she reflects on the achievements, its impact on her self-confidence but also her hopes it can help others from minority groups, to take on these adventures too.  We also discuss finding balance, the power of taking a step back to recognise where we are, as well as her experience with sarcoidosis and perimenopause.Plus, she answers some fantastic questions from you, our listeners, submitted via Instagram stories I hope you love listening as much as I loved this conversation, enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on instagram to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am super excited to welcome Jo Meek, Physiotherapist, road & trail running athlete based in the UK, on the podcast today. This year she completed three goal races: Boston marathon, Western States and Dragon’s back race – each challenging her in its own unique way. We talk about what makes these races special, and deep dive into her latest experience especially, covering 380km with 16,400m of ascent along the Dragon’s Back of Wales .We also discuss her evolution as a runner through the years, including her perspective on aging, training, bucket race list and mindset.Hope you enjoy the episode as much as I loved our conversation, packed with inspiration & insightsSubscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on instagram to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Super happy to present you this week episode with Lina & Sanna El Kott Helander. Twins, based in the Swedish mountains, they both are professional trail and mountains runners. From childhood adventures to conquering some of the world’s toughest terrains, they’ve turned their shared passion for running into a dream career. In this episode, we’ll explore their journey: how it started, the love for competing both in short and longer races, and the epic joined adventures that have shaped their paths.Can’t wait for you to listen to this conversation and I hope it will leave you feeling energised and excited for life adventures, big or small!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on instagram to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this new episode, we welcome Sabrina Verjee, well known for her impressive performances in endurance races in the UK and abroad. After setting the course record in 2022, she raced Tor Des Geants again this year and finished second female. We discuss the race, and what it’s all about for her, exploring what she can do, and the journey through the mountains.We also discuss the importance of loving and respecting the planet as runners, along with her journey—from being on the sidelines as a kid, with a passion for sports to challenging the expectations and limitations set by others.Hope you enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on Instagram & Substack to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited to be back, and to welcome Sarah Kelly to the podcast. She is an adventurer, scientist and an amazing endurance athlete and has such a joyful presence. This summer she completed one of her dreams, the Frog Graham Round. Described as the UK’s ultimate swim/run challenge, for athletes looking for a challenge a little out of the ordinary, so we deep dive into this awesome day with her. More than this, we talk about healing, community, nature, friendships and adventures that create pure joy!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on instagram to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Very happy to welcome Keri Wallace on the podcast today for our last episode of this summer season. Keri is a mum and mountain runner, from trails to fell, to sky running, based in Scotland. She is also a freelance writer in the outdoor industry, an author and the co-founder of Girls on Hills. We talk about her career shift and this 6 years journey with Girls on Hills, aiming to empower women to develop the skills and confidence to become independent in the mountains. We also discuss her latest book Running Challenges, as well as her personal journey as a runner, and a mum.I hope you enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on instagram to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So excited to welcome Katya for this new episode! In June 2024 she set out on a wild adventure in Armenia, to run 819kms with 33,000m+ elevation on the recently established Transcaucasian Trail. She shares more of her unique journey as a runner and human, and how and why it felt like a full circle moment to attempt this challenge and FKT. We chat about the adventure, the mountains, the joy, the stress, the learnings, and the incredible team she got to do this with!I felt so inspired and uplifted after our conversation, and I hope listening to her story will have the same effect on you. Enjoy the episode!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on instagram to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this new episode we sit down with Laura Swanton Rouvelin, an ultra-runner, coach and working mum who is used to exploring and pushing her limits. This year she was the only women, and the 4th ever to complete Hardmoors 200, a race that needs to be completed in 60 hours. She shares her experience in challenging herself with the speed on the 200miles distance, fueling, and sleeping strategy. We also discuss navigating pre-race nerves and self-doubt, building resilience, enjoying these adventures and becoming a running coach.I hope you enjoy the episode and get as excited as Laura to get out there!Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on instagram to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thrilled to be joined by Charlotte Fisher today. She started running fairly recently, with the goal to run an ultra and raise money for charity in honor of her aunt. Since, she has found her passion and love for long distance trail running. In May, she was one of the 8th women to finish UTS 100miles, a beautiful race, but very challenging with a high DNF rate. We delve into her experience, some of the best and most challenging days of her life, aiming for the finish rather than the podium when it didn’t go her way, meeting people on route, and seeing northern lights. We also discuss imposter syndrome when being such a ‘new’ runner, as well as commitment and life changes that came with running.Subscribe to "She Trails Podcast" for future episodes, where we dive into female trail runner stories, and get inspired to explore new paths and seek our own adventures, whatever they may be.Follow She Trails Podcast on instagram to stay updated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.