Topics Covered (time in video in brackets):
- I have had an issue with my back and I have a 100km coming up. What should I do? (00:50)
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I’ve got a 200k ultra on relatively flat ground in May. Wondering whether you would swap shoes during a run of that distance in to more cushioned shoes etc as the race goes on or just start the race in cushioned shoes.Also not sure whether to start in carbon plated shoes and whether it’s worth it as my pace won’t be that quick etc. (8:20)
- I have two marathons coming up, with a gap of about 2hrs between them, with it all starting in the early hours of the morning. Plan is easy pace, just enjoying both. What would you do in that 2hrs between? (12:00)
- I have missed my biggest blocks of training in the build to London Marathon. How long will this have affected my training? (14:55)
- What are your feelings before a big race? (17:20)
- What is your VO2 Max? (19:20)
- Do you have any go to race day mantras? (23:00)
- How do you train for a steep race when you live somewhere flatish? (27:30)
- How would you carry your poles in an ultra? (35:20)
- I am coming back from a sprained ligament in my knee. Do you think I Can do a 10km in three month time? (37:30)