Jenna Bowes: From Wine Gums to Finish Lines—Fueling Your First Trail Run
Send us a text 🍌 "The secret isn't just training and running. It's all about your nutrition. What to eat before, during, and after a run can make or break your running experience."Ever felt completely drained halfway through your run or battled gut issues that ruin your experience? You're not alone!In this episode of Trail Chasers, Jenna Bowes—a trail runner, registered dietitian, and expert in endurance sports nutrition—returns to the show to demystify trail running nutrition for beginners. With a practical approach backed by science, Jenna guides us through the essentials of fueling your body before, during, and after your run.🎙 What you’ll learn in this episode:✅ What to eat (and when) to power your runs without crashing 🍏 ✅ How to manage hydration effectively, especially in changing weather 💧 ✅ The truth about sports nutrition and how to choose what's best for you 🍯✅ Simple strategies to avoid common beginner nutrition mistakes 🥨 ✅ Why recovery nutrition is just as important as pre-run fuel 🥛Whether you're preparing for your first trail race or simply aiming for more energy on your runs, Jenna’s expert insights will help you hit the trails feeling stronger, healthier, and smarter.🥾 Tell us about your trail nutrition journey! Have you nailed your nutrition, or are you still figuring it out? Drop your experiences, tips, or questions in the comments—we'd love to hear from you!🎙 Season 3 is sponsored by Gilnokie Socks 🧦 Visit gilnoki.com and use the code TRAILCHASERS at checkout for 20% off your first order!📩 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with your fellow runners—let's conquer the trails together, fueled and ready!
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Jono Rumbelow: Start Strong—How to Choose the Right Trail Running Shoes for You
Send us a text 👟 "Running shoes are exactly the same as jeans. Different brands have different shapes."Choosing your first pair of trail shoes can feel like entering a foreign language class—foot shapes, pronation, stacks, drops... where do you even start?In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Jono Rumbelow, run biomechanics specialist and shoe-fitting expert at RUN Specialist Store, to help beginners cut through the noise and find the perfect fit—without the overwhelm.Jono shares his journey from competitive runner to international biomechanics trainer and brings decades of experience to a conversation packed with practical advice. From busting common shoe myths to explaining how your foot shape, history, and running goals matter—this episode is your beginner’s guide to trail shoes that actually work for you.🎙 What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ How to choose the right trail shoes for your body and goals 👣 ✅ Why foot shape and past injuries matter more than brand names 🦶 ✅ What to expect during a proper shoe fitting (and what most stores skip!) 🛍️ ✅ The difference between road and trail shoes (and why it matters) 🥾 ✅ How to tell when your shoes are worn out—before your body is 💥👟 Tell us about your trail running shoe experience! What’s worked, what hasn’t, and what did you wish you knew when you bought your first pair?💬 Got questions about trail shoes? Drop them in the comments or send us a DM—we'll make sure Jono sees them!🎙 Season 3 is sponsored by Gilnokie Socks 🧦Visit gilnoki.com and use the code TRAILCHASERS at checkout for 20% off your first order! 🎉📩 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and Let’s help each other hit the trails with comfort and confidence. 🏃♀️🧦
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Coach Erin van Eyssen: Find Your Stride—How to Run Smart & Build Confidence on the Trails
Send us a text 🏃♂️ "Forget performance and enjoy it. Run with mates, explore new routes. Don’t look at your watch—spend more time looking up than looking down."Starting trail running can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Erin van Eyssen, seasoned coach and founder of Flat Rock Endurance, to break down the best way to get started—without burnout, stress, or unnecessary complications. Erin shares his journey from discovering running in his 20s to becoming a coach, guiding athletes of all levels to train smarter and enjoy the process. He breaks down how to start trail running without burnout, the most common beginner mistakes, and why keeping it simple is the key to long-term success.🎙 What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ The smartest way to start trail running—without feeling overwhelmed 🏃♂️ ✅ Why consistency matters more than speed or distance 📅 ✅ The biggest beginner mistakes (and how to avoid them!) ⚠️ ✅ How to balance running, strength training, and recovery 💪 ✅ The mindset shift that makes trail running more fun & sustainable 🌿 💬 Join the conversation! Share your trail running journey and connect with us on Instagram @trailchaserspod—we’d love to hear your story! 🏃♂️🌿 🎙 Season 3 is sponsored by Gilnockie Socks 🧦 Visit gilnocki.com and use the code TRAILCHASERS at checkout for 20% off your first order! 🎉📩 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and let’s hit the trails together! 🎙
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Mike Obery: Don’t Start Trail Running Alone—Why Community is the Key
Send us a text🏃♂️ "I never thought a running group would change my life—but it did."In this episode of Trail Chasers, we sit down with Mike Obery to talk about the power of community in trail running. Mike shares how finding a running group not only helped him become a better runner but also introduced him to a supportive, inspiring community that made every trail run more fun and meaningful.From feeling uncertain about joining a group to discovering the friendships, motivation, and shared adventures that come with it, Mike opens up about the impact of running with others—and why finding your community can make all the difference. Whether you're just starting or looking to connect with fellow trail runners, this episode will show you why you don’t have to go it alone.🔥 What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ Why running groups can be the best way to start trail running 🤝 ✅ How community helps beginners build confidence & stay consistent 🏃♂️ ✅ Overcoming fears of joining a new group & finding the right fit 😅 ✅ The unexpected benefits of running with others—beyond fitness 🚀 ✅ Tips for getting involved in your local trail running community 🌍💬 Join the conversation! Share your experience with trail running groups on Instagram @trailchaserspod 🎙 Season 3 is sponsored by Gilnokie Socks 🧦Visit gilnokie.com and use the code TRAILCHASERS at checkout for 20% off your first order! 🎉📩 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and invite a friend to hit the trails with you! 🎙
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Dean Horwitz: From Zero to Trail—How Running Changed My Life
Send us a text"I could bench press over 100kgs, but I couldn’t walk 5KMs." 🤯In this special solo episode of Trail Chasers, Dean takes the mic alone for the first time to share his personal journey—how a passion for communication led him from university radio 🎙️ to the world of podcasting, and how trail running 🏔️ completely transformed his life.From lifting heavy in the gym 💪 to struggling through his first run 😅, Dean opens up about the pivotal moments that changed everything—his struggles, breakthroughs, and why the trails became his true home. Plus, he shares what’s next for Trail Chasers—a podcast built to inspire, educate, and ignite your passion for trail running! 🚀If you're looking for motivation to take that first step onto the trails, this episode is for YOU! 🔥✨ What you’ll learn in this episode:✅ How a love for radio & storytelling led Dean to podcasting 🎙️✅ The unexpected moment that changed his perspective on health & fitness 🤯✅ How COVID turned into the push he needed to start running 🦠➡️🏃♂️✅ The struggle of road running & why the trails felt like home 🌿✅ The mission behind Trail Chasers & what’s coming next! 🚀💬 Join the conversation! Share your trail running journey on Instagram @trailchaserspod or reach out to Dean personally @deanhorwitz_—let’s grow this amazing community together! 🌍🏃♂️🎙 Season 3 is sponsored by Gilnockie Socks 🧦Visit gilnocki.com and use the code TRAILCHASES at checkout for 20% off your first order! 🎉📩 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and let’s chase trails together! 🎙
Hosted by Dean Horwitz a trail running enthusiast, who started his journey in 2022, Dean has experienced the transformative power of chasing trails firsthand. Fuelled by a passion for trail running and a knack for connecting with fellow trail chasers, Dean created this podcast to merge both interests.This podcast is all about embracing the adventure, community, and self-discovery that comes with trail running. Join Dean on a journey of exploration and discovery, where you’ll learn about the world of trail running together. No matter if you’re a seasoned trail pro or just lacing up your shoes for the first time, this podcast is for you.Whether it’s the exhilarating view from a mountain peak or the camaraderie and making new friends with fellow trail runners, Dean is here to guide you through it all.
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