Centurion Running Podcast

Weekly Ep.60: Wendover Woods 50 Preview | Antarctica 100 mile | Nov 11, 2026 In this weeks episode, our RD James Elson previews the upcoming Wendover Woods 50, and briefly touches upon Stephanie Case's Antarctic 100 mile record. Follow the Wendover Woods 50 live here from 0930 Saturday. Read the full race preview on the News area of our website here. Check out our Ultrarunning Store here with Black Friday deals appearing every few days through November. Che

Weekly News. Ep59: GPT | Moab 240 | Tunnel Hill | Black Friday | Nov 8, 2026 In this weeks episode, our RD James Elson covers the latest news from GPT100 in Australia, the latest World Trail Majors event. Looks at podcasts, ai and apps in our space, the upcoming Tunnel Hill 100 and much more besides. Check out all of our Events here including details on how to enter the 2027 Autumn 100. Check out our Ultrarunning Store here with Black Friday deals appearing ever

Weekly News Ep. 58: Autumn 100 | Javelina Jundred | World Trail Majors | A New Race? | Nov 1, 2026 In this weeks episode, our RD James Elson covers the stories from this years Autumn 100. Also discussed are the results from Javelina Jundred, the news that Innsbruck Alpine TrailRun Festival joins the World Trail Majors Series. A look at Backyard Ultras and a possible new race out of left field for Centurion Running....? Check out all of our Events here including the Autumn 100 Report, Resu

Weekly News Ep. 57: Autumn 100 Preview | Moab 240 | Grand Raid Reunion Oct 14, 2026 This weeks episode focuses on a preview of this weekends upcoming Autumn 100. Before that, a look at Moab 240 cancellation earlier this week, a view on the upcoming Diagonale Des Fous and a bit of a rant about organiser claustrophobia. Check out all of our events here including a live link to the A100 tracking. Check out our Ultrarunning Store here with details on how to find us in person at

Weekly News Ep.56: Spartathlon | 13 Valleys | Oct 4, 2026 This week we cover off the latest from around the sport including Spartathlon and 13 Valleys Ultra. Check out all of our events here Check out our Ultrarunning Store here with details on how to find us in person at the top Check out our amazing team of coaches here Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&H

Weekly News Ep.55: Chiltern Wonderland 50 Recap | World 100km Champs | VMM | Tooting 24hr | Sep 24, 2026 This weeks episode recaps last weekends racing including the World 100km Champs, Vietnam Mountain Marathon, Tooting 24hr - British Champs. Before a look at all the action and how it unfolded from the 11th Edition of the Chiltern Wonderland 50. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&H Bidon Find our show partners Precision Fuel

Weekly News Ep.54: Tor Des Geants | Meg Eckert | World 100km Champs | Sep 16, 2026 This weeks episode looks at the results from this years Tor Des Geants, Meg Eckerts womens 6 Day World Record, Women in Ultrarunning and media portrayal - and ahead to the World 100km Championships. Follow the CW50 live via the tracking website here. Details on our new SDW5km and 10km are now launched on our main event website Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&

Weekly News Ep.53: Pennine Way Record | UTMR | Chiltern Wonderland 50 Preview | Sep 8, 2026 In this weeks episode we cover off a new Pennine Way Womens Record from Lucy Gossage. Take a look at the results from the Ultra Tour Monte Rosa. And Preview next weekends Chiltern Wonderland 50. Follow the CW50 live via the tracking website here. Details on our new SDW5km and 10km are now launched on our main event website Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&amp

Weekly News. Ep52: UTMB | Highland Fling | Swiss Peaks | Record Attempts | Sep 4, 2026 In this weeks episode we cover all things Centurion Running with lots more dates for the diary. Before a deep dive into UTMB reflections and a look at recent results from British Classic, the Highland Fling, huge Alpine event Swiss Peaks and a quick touch on one or two British Record attempts. See our Winter Downs 200 Race Details here. Entries are open now. Details on our new SDW5km and 10km wil

200 Mile Ultras: Planning, Preparation and Executing your best race Sep 3, 2026 This podcast features the audio from our latest Webinar on 200 Mile Races. With focus on the Winter Downs 200 and a range of other 200s too, James Elson, Robbie Britton and Victoria Henderson discuss selecting the right race, preparing and planning for, as well as executing your 200 mile race. Watch the webinar on Youtube here. See our Winter Downs 200 Race Details here. Entries are open now

Weekly News Ep.51: UTMB | PTL | OCC | TDS | Aug 28, 2026 This week James covers all the Centurion Running latest news and all the latest from UTMB week so far. Join our 200 miler Webinar at 1900 on Tuesday 2nd September via the link here. Free to attend. Entries for our One Slam virtual event available here. Early bird ends Monday 31st August. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&

Weekly News Ep.50: Leadville | GRP | Recent FKT's | Tranters Round Report | Aug 23, 2026 This week James covers all the Centurion Running latest news, results from Leadville 100 and Grand Raid Pyrenees. An update on recent Record Attempts in the UK and US. Before a lengthy report on taking on the Tranters Round up in Scotland. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&H Bidon Further CW50 Entries available

Q&A with Sophie Woods - Via Alpina FKT Aug 12, 2026 In this weeks episode, James chats to Sophie Woods (nee Grant) about her incredible record setting run on the Via Alpina Trail. 2000km and 125,000 metres of climb (and descent) across the Alps in just under 29 days. Find out more about Sophie via her instagram page here and our Centurion Coaching team here. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H it

Weekly News Ep.49: North Downs Way 100 2026 Results & Recap Aug 11, 2026 In this weeks episode, we recap the news from racing at the weekend, focusing mainly on the 16th edition of the North Downs Way 100. Read the Race Report, Find the Results, Photos from the 2026 NDW100 here. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&H Bidon Visit our main website for all race information here. Find our show

Weekly News Ep.48: North Downs Way 100 Preview Aug 5, 2026 In this weeks episode, our founder and RD James Elson looks ahead to this weekends, 16th edition of the North Downs Way 100. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&H Bidon Visit our main website for all race information here. Find our show partners Precision Fuel and Hydration Planner here: https://www.precisionhydration

Weekly News Ep.47: Sophie Grant FKT | Badwater | NDW100 | Aug 2, 2026 In this weeks episode, our RD James Elson recaps all the latest from Centurion Running, the results of the 2026 Badwater Ultramarathon and an epic FKT from our coach Sophie Grant on the 2000km Via Alpina Trail. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Visit our main website for all race information here. Visit the coaching website here - for the full

Centurion Coaching Podcast: Meet the Coaches - Imo Boddy Jul 27, 2026 Centurion coaches Imo Boddy and Robbie Britton discuss Imo’s journey into the world of endurance sport from a young age, what she loves about coaching and the lessons learned from being the youngest person to run LEJOG, breaking the National Three Peaks record and winning and setting a new course record at The Speed Project. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP

Weekly News Ep.46: Lakeland 50 and 100 | Bob Graham Round Record | Jul 26, 2026 In this weeks episode, our RD James Elson recaps all the latest from Centurion Running, the results of the 2026 Lakeland 50 and 100 mile events which wrapped up today. And a new Bob Graham Round record. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Find our show partners Precision Fuel and Hydration Planner here: https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/ Visit the PF&a

Weekly News Ep.45: SDW100 & 50km Open for 2027 | Record Attempt News | Jul 20, 2026 In this weeks news we discuss the launch of the 2027 South Downs Way 100 and 50km. There' s a look ahead to Lakeland 100. A brief view on recent UK record attempts from Damian Hall and in the Alps, from our coach Sophie Grant. Hardrock and High Loneseome 100 get a mention too. The 2027 South Downs Way 100 details are available here. The 50km here. Follow Sophie Grant's adventure on her insta

Centurion Coaching Podcast: Post-Race Reflections Jul 15, 2026 Centurion coaches Robbie Britton and Sarah Cameron talk through the role of post-race reflection, why and when it’s best done and give tips on how to learn the most from your recent races. To finish they give a practical example of a coach and athlete reflecting together on Robbie’s recent race at the 135km Quebec Mega Trail as part of the World Trail Majors. Visit the store her

Weekly News Ep.44: Hardrock 100 | Cape Wrath | FKTs & Records | Jul 12, 2026 This weeks news covers all the latest from Centurion Running, the final minutes of the Hardrock 100 as we will Kirsty Reade on. A discussion around the two events now launched on the Cape Wrath trail for May 2027 and the state of the trail running scene here in the UK. A look at the Arc of Attrition course announcements and a quick chat over recent Record attempts. Pic: Hannah Rickman representin

Weekly News Ep.43: Western States | QMT | Hardrock | UTMB UK | Jul 5, 2026 This weeks news covers all the latest from Centurion Running, the results from the mega-weekend featuring Western States, Mont Blanc Marathon and Lavaredo. Quebec Mega Trail. Upcoming Hardrock 100 weekend. As well as a look at some of the news out of UTMB UK Events this past week. The 2027 South Downs Way 100 and 50km Pages are live on the website here. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST

World Trail Majors Interview: Jean Fortier - RD for Quebec Mega Trail Jun 29, 2026 Our Head of Endurance Robbie Britton chats to Jean Fortier - the Race Director for QMT (Quebeb Mega Trail). The face is one of our World Trail Majors partner events, one of the biggest and most competitive in Canada and one that Robbie himself happens to be racing this weekend coming. Find out more about Quebec Mega Trail here. Find out more about the World Trail Majors here. Visit th

Weekly News Ep.42: Western States | West Highland Way Race Review | Jun 25, 2026 In this weekly episode our RD James Elson talks about training in the current warmer weather. Looks ahead to Western States this weekend. And talks over a race review of the West Highland Way Race. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Find our show partners Precision Fuel and Hydration Planner here: https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/ Visit the PF&H

SDW100 2026 Post-Race: Interview with Mens Champion David Green Jun 23, 2026 Julia Davis and Robbie Britton interview 2026 South Downs Way 100 mens champion David Green. David won the race in a new course record 13 hours and 27 minutes. Visit the race reports area on the website here for the full race reports, images and videos. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Find our show partners Precision Fuel and Hydration Planner here: https:/

SDW100 and 50km Debrief: Tales from the Sharp End of the 2026 Race for the Ages Jun 21, 2026 In this episode Julia Davis, Robbie Britton and James Elson go over the results from the 2026 SDW100 and 50km. Four course records, the British Trail Running Championships, World Trail Majors - it was a race for the ages. Visit the race reports area on the website here for the full race reports, images and videos. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Find our sh

Weekly News Ep. 41: SDW50km and 100 RD Recap Jun 18, 2026 Our RD James Elson recaps the SDW100 and 50km with stories from behind the scenes in this weekly episode. Visit the race reports area on the website here for the full race reports, images and videos. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Find our show partners Precision Fuel and Hydration Planner here: https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/ Visit

SDW100 2026 Post-Race: Interview with Womens Champion Sarah Webster Jun 17, 2026 Julia Davis and Robbie Britton interview new SDW 100 course holder Sarah Webster after her 14:27 run and talk about the race itself, how welcome Sarah felt in the Centurion Community and the challenges that surprised her the most coming from European road 100k record and World 24hr record to 100 miles of the South Downs finest trails.

SDW100 and 50km 2026 Race Previews: Who will take the crowns this weekend! Jun 11, 2026 The final podcast before the 2026 SDW100 and 50km weekend. James, Julia and Robbie go through each of the mens and womens fields for the two races and make their predictions! Head to our homepage to find the live tracking links for both races. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Find our show partners Precision Fuel and Hydration Planner here: https://www.

SDW50km 2026 Pre-Race Interviews: Nicole Funnell Jun 10, 2026 The final of our pre-race interviews in the lead up to the 2026 South Downs Way 100 & 50km. Hosts Julia Davis and Robbie Britton welcome Nicole Funnell. Third at the SDW100 last year in 16:58. The fourth fastest all time performance. Later that summer, Nicole went on to finish fourth at Lakeland 50. In April, Nicole finished second at the British 100km Champs representing England. Visit the s

Weekly News Ep. 40 & Race Review: Comrades Jun 8, 2026 In this episode our RD James Elson updates on all things Centurion including the coverage we will be sharing over the coming week in the lead up to the South Downs Way 50km and 100 mile over 13-14 June. The main part of this episode is a race review of the Comrades Marathon. Perhaps the most special race on earth. What it's like to take part and a potted history of the race. Enter the code M

SDW100 2026 Pre-Race Interviews: Hugh Tibbs. Two time second place SDW100. Arc of Attrition & Autumn 100 Champion. Jun 7, 2026 Co-hosts Julia Davis and Robbie Britton welcome Hugh Tibbs to the pod. Hugh has finished second here in both of the last two editions, posting a 14:13 in 2025. Won the Arc of Attrition in January in a just off course record time before finishing fourth at the ACP/ British 100km Champs in 6:37. In October he set a new 100 mile trail record on British soil of 13:03 at the Autumn 100. And he is our

SDW100 Pre-Race Interviews: Robyn Cassidy. Lakeland 100 and Dragons Back Champion. Jun 6, 2026 As part of our Pre-Race interview series for the upcoming South Downs Way 100, Centurion coaches Julia Davis and Robbie Britton chat to Robyn Cassidy. Fourth at TransGranCanaria in March, this is the second stop on the World Trail Majors circuit for Robyn. She was the 2024 Lakeland 100 Champion, following on from a landmark win at the 2023 Dragons Back Race. The Montane athlete has also secured s

SDW50km 2026 Pre-Race Interviews: Antonio Martinez - 2023 SkyRunning World Champ. 2026 TGC Marathon Winner. Jun 3, 2026 The third of our pre-race interviews in the lead up to the 2026 South Downs Way 100 & 50km. Hosts Julia Davis and Robbie Britton welcome Antonio Martinez. Hailing from Spain, the Asics athlete was crowned SkyRunning World Champion in 2023. Alongside three podium finishes at OCC and a win at Lavaredo 50km in recent years - he has already won the TransGranCanaria Marathon in 2026, part of

SDW100 2026 Pre-Race Interviews: Henry Hart - 2025 British 100km Champion. Jun 2, 2026 The second of our pre-race interviews in the lead up to the 2026 South Downs Way 100. Hosts Julia Davis and Robbie Britton welcome Henry Hart. Henry won the British 100km Championships in 6:37 in 2025. In 2026 he represented Team GB in the 50km World Champs and finished fifth. And he is a 2:18 marathoner to boot. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Find our sho

SDW100 2026 Pre-Race Interviews: Sarah Webster. World 24hr Record Holder. May 31, 2026 The first of our pre-race interviews in the lead up to the 2026 South Downs Way 100. Hosts Julia Davis and Robbie Britton welcome Sarah Webster. World 24hr Champion, World 24hr Record holder, European 100km Record Holder..... amongst many other things.

Weekly News Ep.39: SDW100&50km 'Pre'-Preview | GUCR | Other News May 29, 2026 This week our RD James Elson gives a quick preview of the leading contenders for this years SDW100 and 50km before our extended pre-race interviews are released. He also discusses GUCR, the sad passing or legendary ultra runner Pete Johnson and all the latest Centurion news. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items Visit us at the Shop here Final entries

Centurion Coaching Podcast: Athletes and Menopause - Practical Discussions and Advice May 24, 2026 Centurion coaches Sophie Grant and Robbie Britton talk to Menopause in the Workplace expert Julie Dennis to help us understand something that impacts all women and what can be done in training, nutrition and racing as athletes to help you keep improving year on year.

Weekly News Ep.38: North Downs Way 50 Recap | UTS | May 21, 2026 This weeks' episode features a recap of the North Downs Way 50, results and report from front to back.

Weekly News Ep.37: North Downs Way 50 Preview May 14, 2026 This weeks podcast features a full preview of the 2026 North Downs Way 50. Visit the store here and enter code PODCAST10 for 10% off all RRP items. Follow the NDW50 live via the tracking page here and our instagram page here. Find the Precision Fuel and Hyrdation Planner here: https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/ Visit the PF&H collection at our store here: https://www.c

Interview: Martin Stone - Mountain, Fell and Ultrarunning Records May 12, 2026 This weeks interview guest is a true pioneer of British fell and mountain running — Martin Stone. From becoming the first to complete a solo, unsupported winter Bob Graham Round in 1987, to winning the legendary 1992 Dragon’s Back Race alongside Helene Diamantides and dozens of other records alongside, Martin has spent decades pushing the limits of endurance in the mountains. As the v

Centurion Coaching Podcast: Imo Boddy - The Speed Project May 7, 2026 Centurion coach Imo Boddy talks through her training, preparation and racing at the Speed Project from LA to Las Vegas, breaking the course record for the 350 mile race. Talking to Head of Endurance Robbie Britton they talk through the importance of a strong crew, cooling + fuelling techniques and why sometimes you just need to go for a run in your pants. Images c/o @tommy_leeming

Thames Path 100 2026 Results and Recap May 6, 2026 RD for the 2026 Thames Path 100, James Elson, takes you on a recap of this years event - our 100 mile season opener from Richmond Upon Thames to Oxford, all in under 30 hours. From all time records being set, amazing racing, to the depths of race organisers despair, this race usually brings it all and it did not disappoint! Find the Precision Fuel and Hyrdation Planner here: https://www.prec

Mt Fuji 100 Report with Robbie Britton | MIUT | Canyons | May 1, 2026 In this episode, James chats to Robbie Britton about his recent 11th place finish at Mt. Fuji 100. The two also discuss the other international results from the weekend, MIUT and Canyons.

Weekly News Ep. 35: TP100 Preview | Fellsman | London Marathon | 3 Peaks | DOTH | Apr 27, 2026 This weekly episode gives a full preview of the 2026 Thames Path 100 which kicks off on 2nd May at 0900, as well as a look back at the weekends results from London Marathon, Fellsman, Three Peaks Fell Race and Devil O' The Highlands. Follow the TP100 via the live tracking link here: https://live.opentracking.co.uk/TP100-2026/ Look out for live updates via our instagram channel here: htt

Weekly News Ep. 34: Northern Traverse | Dragons Back | Mt Fuji 100 | MIUT | So Many Races | Apr 22, 2026 So many races covered on this weeks pod. Centurion founder James gives the latest from Centurion Running. Recaps four events from last week. Talks about the announcement today that Ultra X have purchased the Northern Traverse and the Dragons Back from the administrators of the Ourea Events closure. And previews Mt Fuji 100, Fellsman, MIUT and Canyons all happening this weekend.

Weekly Ep. 33: British Trail Champs | MDS | Lake Sonoma | Apr 16, 2026 This weeks news episode features the usual update on all things Centurion before looking at last weeks racing at the Marathon Des Sables, Lake Sonoma 100km and the British Middle Distance Trail Championships. Photo c/o Adrian Stott.

South Downs Way 50 2026 Results & Recap Apr 13, 2026 RD James Elson gives the results, report and stories from front to back of this years South Downs Way 50 which took place on April 11th. Full race report, results and photos can be found here: https://www.centurionrunning.com/reports/2026/south-downs-way-50-2026-race-report

Weekly Ep. 32: SDW50 Preview | MDS | British Trail Champs | Apr 10, 2026 This weeks episode focuses first on the latest from the Marathon Des Sables, the British Trail Runniing Championships - Middle Distance and Istria by UTMB - all happening over the next 48 hours. Before an in depth preview of the likely leading contenders at this years South Downs Way 50 which kicks off tomorrow Saturday 11th April at 0830. Follow the race here: https://live.opentrackin

Weekly Ep.31: Sea to Sea 300km Recap Apr 2, 2026 In this episode of the weekly news, our founder James Elson covers off the latest from Centurion Running before recapping last weekends Sea to Sea 300km in full detail. From the genesis of the event until the final cut off - the entire life cycle of this one off race took place inside the space of 2 weeks.

Weekly Ep.30 : ACP100km | Sea to Sea 300km | Community Traverse | Mar 24, 2026 This weekly news episode covers all the latest news from Centurion Running inluding a look ahead to Sea to Sea 300k this weekend. Takes a peak behind the reality curtain of some of the upsides and downsides to the Community Traverse being organised separately to but over the same time frame. As well as a look back to last weekends ACP British 100km Championships results.

Weekly Ep.29: Sea to Sea 300km | ACP100km | World 50km Champs | Mar 19, 2026 This weeks episode features an in depth look from Robbie Britton, on the incredible performances for Team GB at the World 50km Championships last week, a look ahead to the ACP100km this weekend - the British Championships - and James Elson talks through the upcoming Sea to Sea 300km, an impromptu race for us here!

Weekly Ep. 28: Hundred Hills 50km Recap Mar 16, 2026 A full recap of the 2026 Hundred Hills 50km - our season opener - from front to back and lots of other stories from the day.

Ourea Events No More. How, Why and What does it mean for our sport. Mar 12, 2026 A bombshell just dropped in that one of our major UK ultra distance race organisers has today announced it has gone into administration. We try to unpick why and what this means and the message as always - we have to keep supporting our local organisers. Photo c/o No Limits Photography

Weekly Ep. 27: Hundred Hills 50km Preview Mar 11, 2026 This weeks episode features an in-depth look at the Hundred Hills 50km which kicks off this Saturday at 0900. Our RD James Elson reviews the course, the history of the race and looks at all the likely leading contenders from the stacked womens and mens race fields. Find the full preview post here: https://www.centurionrunning.com/news/2026/03/10/hundred-hills-50km-2026-preview

Centurion Coaching Podcast: Jack Chamberlain Mar 10, 2026 New Centurion Running coach Jack Chamberlain talks to our Head of Endurance Robbie Britton about the importance of having a good, honest relationship with your coach and his journey into the sport of trail running and winning races like the Mozart 100 in Austria.

Weekly Ep.26: TGC | One Slam | UTS | Mar 8, 2026 This weekly episode hosted by James Elson covers the results from TransGrancanaria Classic, the UTMB-UTS course release debarcle, the latest from our Store and some other shorter bits of news from around our sport. Photo: Transgrancanaria/Carlos Díaz-Recio

Weekly Ep. 25: New Records | TDG | Northern Traverse | Feb 27, 2026 The weekly news episode for Friday 27th Feb 2026 from the world of trail, mountain and ultrarunning including: New womens European 100km and World 100 mile records. Latest around our virtual events and store. Upcoming events.

Weekly Ep.24: New Centurion Coaching Site | Black Canyon Ultras | Barkley | Tarawera | Feb 20, 2026 This week, James Elson is joined by Head of Endurance Robbie Britton to discuss our brand new coaching website. The two go on to discuss the weekly news covering the results from Barkley Marathons, Black Canyon Ultras and Tarawera. Photo: Anne Flower ©Mark Griffith-Black Canyon Ultras – World Trail Majors

Interview: Damian Hall & the Barkley Marathons III Feb 17, 2026 James Elson chats to Damian Hall fresh off of the back of his third attempt at the Barkley Marathons, this past weekend. Damo tells all about this years event, how it unfolded and speaks to lessons learned from 'Out There'. Photo c/o Allie Bailey. Damian's new book is available soon via Vertebrate Publishing here.

Weekly Ep. 23: Black Canyon | One Slam | Tarawera | Feb 13, 2026 This weeks episode focuses on all things Centurion Running with an update on our virtual challenges, upcoming races a new store brands/ products. There is a look back at Rocky Raccoon 100 and the Pilgrims Challenge Results from last week. Plus a look ahead to our World Trail Majors Partner Race - Black Canyon Ultras and Tarawera happening this weekend.

Centurion Coaching Podcast: Pierre Meslet Feb 8, 2026 Centurion Coach and trained osteopath and physiotherapist Pierre Meslet talks about his own journey into the sport and what it brings him as a coach. On top of that we get some top advice for multi-day racing and hear how Pierre’s approaching the Marathon des Sables with a different plan this year, after being in the top ten twice before.

Weekly Ep.22: Rocky Raccoon 100 | Opinion vs Fact | Centurion Update | Feb 6, 2026 In this shorter than usual weekly episode, Centurion founder James Elson talks about Rocky Raccoon 100, Opinion vs Fact in discussing our sport, the National Run Show and a few corrections to the previous episode.

Centurion Coaching Podcast: Hayden Hawks Feb 2, 2026 Hayden Hawks is well known for his exploits on the trails, but within this podcast we delve more into his coaching background and the reasons behind working with a full range of athletes trying to achieve their own trail and ultra running goals. Robbie and Hayden talk about the importance of connections within the sport and feeling the need for a positive impact on the community we all gain

Centurion Coaching Podcast: Peter Van Der Zon Jan 30, 2026 Centurion coach Peter van der Zon is currently studying a Master’s Degree in Sports Physical Therapy and serves as the physical therapist for the Swiss national trail running team. In this podcast Robbie Britton chats to the Dutch international about his journey into coaching and the sport, the value of having a strong reason to dig deep as an ultra-runner, and also not ignoring how th

Weekly Ep.21: Centurion latest | Arc of Attrition Recap | Hong Kong 100km | Jan 29, 2026 This episode of the weekly news touches upon the latest from Centurion Running, a frank and honest look at the changes UTMB have made to the Arc Of Attrition, all the results from that event and the shorter associated distances. As well as a quick look at Hong Kong 100km results.

Interview: Finn Melanson - Host of Singletrack Jan 25, 2026 James Elson speaks to Finn Melanson, host of the Singletrack Podcast about a range of subjects ranging as wide as the current state of running in the US and the UK, building a brand and a community in ultrarunning, what the future holds and a whole lot more. Photo c/o Scott Hickenlooper

Robbie and Sophie Go Long: Spine Race & Terra De Gigantes Jan 23, 2026 Our Head of Endurance, Robbie Britton chats to Sophie Grant, one of our Centurion Coaches, about two recent races: Sophie's run at the Winter Spine Race and Robbie's race at Terra De Gigantes.

Spine Race 2026 Recap: Allie Bailey | Matt Neale | Kevin Munt | Jan 20, 2026 A special in depth Full Winter Spine 2026 recap pod featuring an interview with 7 time finish Matt Neale, a full race debrief from the one and only Allie Bailey and an in-depth conversation with Kevin Munt, who brought one of the real stories of this years' race. Warning - some strong language for obvious reasons! A link to Kev's charity can be found here: https://freetobekids.enthuse.com/pf

Weekly Ep.20: Latest Ultrarunning News | Arc of Attrition Preview & Kit | One Slam Update | Jan 19, 2026 This week's episode discusses final stories from this years Spine Race. Takes a quick look at other events last week including Terra Gigantes and HURT100. Before diving into a preview of likely Arc of Attrition conditions and a look at all of the mandatory kit. Finally a bit of a One Slam virtual event update for all of those in that challenge.

Weekly Ep.19: Latest News | Spine Race Update | TRA | Jan 15, 2026 All the latest news plus a quick update on the Spine Race and thoughts/ lessons from watching this years event unfold.

Weekly News Ep.18: Spine Update | 2025 Centurion Year Recap - All Events | Jan 12, 2026 This weekly episode begins with a very brief update on all things Centurion Running, before a run down of the latest Spine standing as of Monday afternoon - 30 hours into the main event. The rest of the episode features a full recap of the 2025 Centurion Running season, looking at each of the 12 races one by one. From course records to the stories at the back and everything in between.

Spine Race Final Preparation & Advice Jan 7, 2026 In this episode, our RD and 2 x Winter Spine Finisher James Elson discusses final preparations and thoughts for this years Spine Race. That is followed by a conversation with our logistics manager Magda Strycharska who toes the line at the Spine Sprint North for the first time, next week. Good luck to all!

Weekly News Ep 17: One Slam | Spine Race | Winter Round Records | Ann Trason | Jan 5, 2026 This weekly episode covers all the latest from Centurion Running, Ann Trason at Across The Years 6 Day, Recent British Long Distance Mid-Winter Records, One Slam results, Spine Race look ahead and much more.

Race Briefing: 2026 One Slam Dec 24, 2025 The Race Briefing for the 2026 One Slam Virtual Event which gets underway tomorrow - December 25th. Entries still live via the website here: https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/one-virtual-slam-2026

Weekly News Ep.16: WUROY | Desert Solstice | One Slam | Dec 23, 2025 This weeks episode takes a dive into the World Ultrarunner of the Year Awards, a brief look at Desert Solstice which took place over the weekend as well as all the latest news from Centurion Running.

Winter Downs 200 Final Finish/ Recap Dec 15, 2025 A recap of the end of this years event and a summary of the final finishers.

Winter Downs 200 & 100 Day 4/2 Dec 13, 2025 An update from Day 4 of the Winter Downs 200 / Day 2 of the Winter Downs 100. All the results from the front of the mens and womens 100 miler, as well as the womens 200 miler. With 16 hours of the race still left to run!

Winter Downs 100 & 200 2025 Day 1/3 Dec 12, 2025 An update of all the action from Day 3 of the Winter Downs 200 including the results from the front of the Mens race. As well as a look at the action from the first few hours of the Winter Downs 100.