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The Sunday Plodcast

The Sunday Plodcast

The Sunday Plodcast, presented by SportsShoes.com, is the running podcast dedicated to getting you through that Sunday Plod. Whether you’re listening pre, during, or post run; it doesn’t really matter though. We aim to raise the profile of elite distance running by providing our listeners with insights into the lives and training of top athletes and coaches, along with discussions around current news and trends within the sport. 
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  • 30 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 51 min
  • English
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  • Monday · 44 min

    Weekend Round Up: World Road Running Champs

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the World Road Running Champs, as well as the Athlos meeting. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • September 14 · 58 min

    Weekend Round Up: World Ultimate Championships

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the World Ultimate Championships, before previewing the upcoming World Road Running Championships next weekend. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • September 7 · 58 min

    Charlie Wheeler (inc. DL Final Round Up)

    In this week's episode, Oli welcomed Charlie Wheeler back to the podcast. The 61:28 HM man talked about his training going into the World Road running Champs in a couple of weeks time. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • September 1 · 43 min

    DL Round Up: Zurich

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the penultimate Diamond League of the season in Zurich, before previewing the grand finale in Brussels. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • August 17 · 38 min

    Euros: Gold for Hunter-Bell

    In our final Euros round up, Matt and Oli discuss all the distance action from the final day of competition; including medals for Brits, Georgia Hunter-Bell, and Abbie Donnelly. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • August 15 · 37 min

    Euros: Almgren annihilates 10,000m field

    In our latest Euros round up, Matt and Oli review all the action from days 5 and 6 in Birmingham; including the Men's 10,000m (Andreas Almgren), Men's 1500m (Stefan Nillessen), Women's 800m (Audrey Werro), and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • August 13 · 1 hr 14 min

    Radio Roundup @Euros: English Dominant | Werro Reinstated

    In our latest radio round up, Matt and Oli are joined by Tom Gayle and Matt Yates to talk through all the action on day 4 at the Euros. They discuss the men's 800m final, the women's 800m semi-finals, and much more. Enjoy! Check out https://thesundayplodcast.pages.dev/ for live Euros results. Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • August 11 · 34 min

    Euros: Jakob is BACK. | Keely, Femke & Werro safely through

    In our latest recap from the European Champs in Birmingham, Matt and Oli talk about Jakob's win over 5000m last night, the women's 800m heats that saw all three big-hitters safely through to the semi-finals, and much more (inc. Burgin, Pattison, and Thorner). Enjoy! For live results from the European Champs, head to https://thesundayplodcast.pages.dev/ Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • August 8 · 1 hr 4 min

    Euros: Preview

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli preview all the distance action at next week's European athletics championships in Birmingham. The boys predicted 6 distance medals for the British team; let's see how close their predictions are... Look out for review episodes throughout the week. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • August 3 · 47 min

    CWG Round Up

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the distance action at the Commonwealth Games; focussing on British medals from Josh Kerr, Georgia Hunter-Bell, Elise Thorner, and Megan Keith. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • July 29 · 47 min

    CWG News | Euros Team Announced

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli talk through all the action from the first 2 days of distance at the Commonwealth Games, as well as talking through our new website; where you can find easy to access live results from major championships (https://thesundayplodcastcommies.pages.dev/). They also talk through the finalised GB team for the upcoming Europeans. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.con

  • July 25 · 55 min

    Klara Lukan | European 10K Record Holder

    In this week's episode, Matt welcomed European 10K record (29:51) holder, Klara Lukan, to the podcast. The Slovenian athlete spoke about her development over the last few years, and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • July 22 · 1 hr 11 min

    Radio Round Up: Project 222 | Where does the BMC go next?

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli react to Josh Kerr's world record breaking performance at the London Diamond League, before welcoming guests to discuss the future of the British Milers Club. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • July 18 · 46 min

    Kristian Imroth

    In this episode, Matt welcomed British Steeplechase Champion, Kristian Imroth, to the podcast. Kristian talked about the developments he's made since basing himself at EKU in the NCAA, winning his first British title, and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • July 15 · 39 min

    Wightman Impresses in Monaco | Will Kerr break the WR?

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the Monaco Diamond League, before previewing some stellar match-ups at the London Diamond League this weekend. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • July 8 · 38 min

    Radio Round Up: Pre Classic (+ Monaco Preview)

    In this week's episode, Matt and Oli review all the action from the Prefontaine Classic, as well as looking ahead to the Monaco Diamond League on Friday. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • July 4 · 57 min

    Justin Rinaldi

    In this week's episode, Matt welcomed Justin Rinaldi to the podcast. Rinaldi shared his insights on coaching the 800 meters; including speed development, race tactics, and how to optimise performance at the elite level. Discover how his innovative approaches and deep understanding of the event are shaping the future of middle-distance running. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • June 27 · 44 min

    Helen Clitheroe

    Back for a Sunday Plodcast, Matt welcomed New Balance Manchester coach, Helen Clitheroe, to the show. With the group picking up 4 medals last weekend, Helen talked through the group's success and much more. Enjoy! Presented by SportsShoes.com

  • June 25 · 49 min

    Radio Round Up: 2-Day London Marathon & Paris DL Preview

    In this week's episode, Matt is joined by Alex Sutton to discuss the nuances of elite training, the differences between swimming and running, funding challenges, and upcoming Diamond League events. They explore what it takes to succeed at the highest levels and how the sport can evolve. Presented by SportsShoes.com

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