In a recent podcast with ultra running coach Jason Koop he said that ultra races were much cooler than triathlons and he wasn’t surprised that triathletes were giving them a whirl. One of the coolest and most popular Ultra running events in the UK is the Lakeland 50/100, and my 3 guests in this week's podcast are all triathletes.

Back in April, I chatted with Steve Lumley, a Grumpy Old Coach and long time friend who had taken up the challenge of competing the Lakeland 50 this summer. We also spoke with fellow Grumpy Old Coach and Lakeland race organiser, Marc Laithwaite. I’m pleased to be able to report that Steve managed to complete the 50, and today I’m catching up with him, Marc and another guest, SWAT member Owen Barden, who was taking on the Lakeland 100 challenge.  If you like our Grumpy Old Coach podcasts or you have are interested in taking part in the Lakeland 50, 100, or any other ultra trail run, you’ll love this episode.
 
The ideal training for Lakeland 50 - Step ups, running in the dark and a course recce (19:30)
Mindset and the importance of mental preparation (29:45)
Why marathon runners struggle with training for an ultra (30:15)
Hydration and nutrition are critical: Make sure you have a flexible, well practiced strategy(50:00)
Choosing the right footwear: Cushioning and foot protection trumps grip (52:00)

 
 
Listen to the original Lakeland 50 podcast with Marc and Steve from April 2023. Listen to both of the episodes with Ultra running coach Jason Koop
Part 1 & Part 2.
 
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You can find more information about Steve Lumley HERE. 
Marc Laithwaite runs The Endurance Store, an independent running and triathlon store in West Lancashire, and B-spoke cycles in Croston, Lancashire. Epic Events organise the Lakeland 50 and 100 as well as swim, bike, run, and triathlon events throughout the North West. 
Www.theendurancestore.com 
Www.b-spokecycles.com
Www.epicevents.co.uk

 
The Lakeland 2024 races are already full. If you think you might like to enter the Lakeland 50 in 2025 please take a look at the race website for more details. Click HERE to watch a video of the 2022 event.
 

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