Run Curious

10: How to Make Running Goals (and Actually Stick to Them)

It’s peak goal-setting season. In this episode, I talk through how to make running goals that actually fit your life and how to stick with them long after the New Year motivation fades. We cover: * Where distance goals come from (and why it’s worth being honest about that) * What different distances really involve in terms of time and training * Why time goals can be tricky for beginner runners * Why consistency and time on feet might be the most powerful goals of all * How to stay motivated, avoid injury, and turn motivation into habit This isn’t about telling you what goal you should have. It’s about helping you choose goals that serve you, so you finish the year still running, still showing up, and still enjoying it.

09: A Run Curious Christmas Compilation

Merry Christmas and happy holidays runners! 🎄 To close out the year, I’ve pulled together some of my favourite moments from the first few months of Run Curious. A huge thank you to every guest who’s shared their journey, and to everyone who’s listened, supported, and run alongside us so far. Whether you’re running over the holidays, taking a well-earned break, or just reflecting on the year, I hope this episode leaves you laughing, motivated and curious about what’s to come. And if you’re a beginner runner starting the new year motivated to start running, stay tuned! Enjoy the holidays, be proud of how far you've come this year, and I’ll see you very soon.

08: 5 Ways Trail Running Makes You a Better Runner

Trail running isn’t just about mud and hills. Jasper and I break down five ways running off-road can make you a stronger, smarter runner on any surface. ⚠️ Warning: this episode may lead to the sudden purchase of trail running shoes.

07: From Charity Challenge to Lifelong Runner with Hadley O’Dwyer

From custard-fueling to lifetime runner, meet Hadley O’Dwyer. In this episode, Hadley walks us through his unexpected entry into running, his first London Marathon powered by… a tin of custard, and the years of lessons that followed. We talk about cardinal running sins, the power of community, Parkrun, consistency, injury-proof training, and how running becomes more mental than physical as the miles stack up. Whether you're training for your first 5K or your next marathon, this episode is packed with stories, practical wisdom, and joyful reminders of why we run.

06: Trail Running 101 with Jasper van Bruggen

Ultra runner and coach Jasper van Bruggen joins Run Curious to share what it really takes to run for 20+ hours, climb thousands of meters, and stay mentally strong through the highs and lows of trail running. We talk nutrition, pacing, strength training, mistakes he would tell his younger self to avoid, and what happens when a race completely falls apart. If you’re training for your first ultra, dreaming of mountain trails, or simply want to run with more resilience and joy, this episode delivers practical tools and inspiring stories in equal measure. A deep dive into ultra running, grit, and finding adventure in every step.. enjoy!