In this episode, we catch up with James Sawyer, who shares his creative and ambitious approach to training for the Delirious West 200-miler. From holiday plans that include a “training camp” at Point Perrin to balancing sand running and swim-run adventures, James is embracing variety in his preparation.

James reflects on his recent marathon with a friend returning from injury, the importance of community in ultrarunning, and the lessons learned from creative training challenges like 24-hour parkrun streaks. He also shares his plans for the upcoming swim-run event, where he’ll run and swim with trail shoes on—a quirky yet effective cross-training experience.

Key Highlights: • Completing a marathon in a backyard-style format to support a friend. • Holiday training camp with beach runs and sand-specific conditioning. • Preparing for a swim-run event: 21K of trails interspersed with 5K of open-water swimming. • Balancing family holiday traditions with a focus on consistent training. • Reflecting on the positive effects of rest and reducing alcohol consumption on recovery.

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In this episode, we check in with Glen Smetherham as he shares updates on his training journey for the Delirious West 200-miler. Glen’s balance of practical preparation and a lighthearted outlook shines through, from his steady weekly mileage to his humorous tradition of crafting jokes for aid stations. He reflects on lessons from the Six Inch Trail Marathon, fine-tuning his sleep strategies, and planning a 24-hour running challenge to raise awareness for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), a condition his daughter lives with.

Glen also emphasises the importance of community, laughter, and finding joy in every step of the journey. Whether he’s running trails at Christmas or navigating the logistical challenges of ultras, his story is both inspiring and entertaining.

Key Highlights: • Steady weekly mileage at 70 km with plans to gradually increase volume. • Recap of the Six Inch Trail Marathon and embracing a relaxed, social approach. • Glen’s humorous tradition of using jokes to boost spirits during long events. • Training for a 24-hour running challenge to raise awareness for ME and balancing this with family commitments. • Mastering sleep strategies for ultramarathons, including practice naps to condition his body.

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