UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews

You could be ruining your running by trying to fix something that isn't broken. Spencer Matthews, Oli Patrick and running coach Nick Bester challenge some of the biggest running technique myths, explaining why there’s no such thing as perfect running form and why copying someone else’s stride could do more harm than good.

From heel striking and pronation to the 180 cadence rule, they separate fact from fiction and reveal what really makes you a more efficient runner. Discover why overstriding, strength training and mobility matter more than how your running looks, when you should consider changing your technique, and how getting fitter and stronger can naturally improve your form.

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Can you become a faster marathon runner without making running your entire life?

Inca Padfield knows that getting better isn't just about running more. After experiencing the intense training culture of US college athletics, she explains why enjoying your training, finding the right balance and building consistency are just as important as putting in the miles.

After running a 2:42 on her marathon debut at the London Marathon, Inca also breaks down how to make the step up from track running to the marathon. From marathon training and pacing to building weekly mileage, improving running efficiency and avoiding injury, she shares the lessons every first-time marathon runner should know, and why having fun is key to long-term performance.

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The hardest part of marathon training might be convincing yourself to do less.

Spencer Matthews, Oli Patrick and running coach Nick Bester break down the science of tapering, explaining how to arrive at race day fresh, fuelled and ready to perform without losing the fitness you've spent months building.

From cutting mileage without losing confidence to dealing with maranoia and pre-race nerves, they reveal why resting is part of the training, how to handle the doubts that creep in before a marathon, and what you can do to give yourself the best chance of a strong race.

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The more Tom Evans tried to win, the worse he performed. The elite ultrarunner reveals why letting go of expectations helped him rediscover his best running, and what that means for anyone chasing a big goal.

From pacing ultra races to keeping sport in perspective, Tom explores why patience, enjoying the process and remembering why you started can be just as important as the drive to succeed.

Tom Evans is a Red Bull athlete. More info here: https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/athlete/tom-evans

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Can manifesting actually help you run faster? Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick strip away the woo-woo to explore how setting clear goals, visualising the hard parts and changing your self-talk can influence performance.

Using Spencer’s marathon journey as an example, they reveal how to prepare mentally for race-day pain, build confidence when things get tough, and turn ambitious goals into reality with practical techniques you can start using in your own training.

Spencer also reflects on his recent comments about marathon running, clarifying what he really meant when he said that “running a marathon is easy.”

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Whether you’re chasing a PB or pushing towards a personal goal, discover how to train your mind to go that extra mile.
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