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Feet First: A Running Podcast

Ed Scott
Ultra Running
Trail Running
Ultrarunning
UTMB
Arc Of Attrition
Western States
South Downs Way 100
South Downs Way 50
Ultramarathon
Nutrition
Centurion Running
Centurion Ultrarunning Store
Spartathlon
Dragon's Back
North Downs Way 50
Thames Path 100
Chianti Ultra Trail
Northern Traverse
Ultra Trail Snowdonia
London 100K

A podcast focusing on the front of the pack in UK trail and ultra running, hosted by Ed Scott.

www.runfeetfirst.co.uk

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Latest Episodes

Sam Calvert, UK Event Director for UTMB, joins the podcast to discuss the recent Skyline Scotland acquisition.

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A post-race chat with Gus Irvine following his win at the West Highland Way Race for the second year in a row.

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A conversation with David Green following his course record-setting victory at South Downs Way 100.

David ran a phenomenally well-paced race, moving into first place with around 25 miles to go and breaking the old course record by 15 minutes.

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Chatting to Sarah Webster following her absolutely incredible performance at South Downs Way 100, where she ran 14:27, taking more than two hours off the previous women's course record.

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Recent Guests

Gus Irvine
Winner of the 2026 West Highland Way Race
Episode: #91 - Gus Irvine - West Highland Way Race First Place
David Green
South Downs Way 100 course record holder
Athlete
Episode: #90 - David Green - South Downs Way 100 Course Record
Sarah Webster
British trail runner, course record holder for South Downs Way 100
British Trail Running Championships winner
Episode: #89 - Sarah Webster: South Downs Way 100 Course Record
Stephen Cousins
Filming runner and ultramarathon content creator known as Film My Run
Film My Run
Episode: #88 - South Downs Way 100 Preview with Stephen Cousins
Laura Swanton-Rouvelin
Elite ultrarunner with multiple appearances at Hardmoors; winner of Hardmoors 200 Women's Race (2024, 2026)
Independent ultrarunner
Episode: #87 - Laura Swanton-Rouvelin - Hardmoors 200 Debrief
Abi Woolaston
Ultramarathon runner
Salomon Next Gen team
Episode: #86 - Abi Woolaston - North Downs Way 50 First Place
Myvanwy Hanna
Winner, Women's 100 Mile at UTS; ultrarunner with a long racing history
Episode: #85 - Ultra-Trail Snowdonia Debrief - Myvanwy Hanna and Sam Bentham
Sam Bentham
Winner, Men's 25k at UTS; rising star and member of Elite Trail Team/OMM
Elite Trail Team, OMM
Episode: #85 - Ultra-Trail Snowdonia Debrief - Myvanwy Hanna and Sam Bentham
Kim Collison
Ultrarunner, fell running athlete
Independent runner
Episode: #84 - Kim Collison - Lakes, Meres, and Waters FKT

Host

Ed Scott
Host of Feet First: A Running Podcast, leading discussions on the UK trail and ultrarunning scene with a calm, insightful interviewing style.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 117 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Really interesting and in depth reviews with some of the best UK ultra runners out there. Great podcast for those who love the sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beorhtric
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great listen!

    Great insightful podcast learning what it takes to be at the pointy end of races. Enjoy the UK focus and talk of races that are geographically accessible - it’s building up the bucket list!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WorkingRunner
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Feet First is always brilliant - Ed knows how to lead an interview so that the listener gets great insights. It’s thoughtful, chilled, unpretentious … perfect!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Al2010G
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • New to this Podcast

    I have just found feet first and I’m enjoying working my way through the back catalogue. I’m loving the simple uncomplicated format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hares and Snapes
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Best British Ultra pod

    I love feet first! Such a great pod to learn about all the different races and people in the UK ultra scene. As someone newly obsessed with ultra running, this is a good way to get my fix. Especially when dealing with a current injury

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PatrickH1994
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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Shows strong coverage of the UK trail scene with practical takeaways for listeners.
Engaging interviews with top UK ultra runners.
Calm, insightful host keeps conversations focused and informative.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#50
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#139
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#57
Singapore/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#68
Finland/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#92
Netherlands/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#112
Ireland/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#90 - David Green - South Downs Way 100 Course Record
Q: Did last year's dropout influence your approach to this race?
Yes, it led to focusing on hydration and not chasing the lead pack, and to avoid repeating the mistakes from the previous year.
#90 - David Green - South Downs Way 100 Course Record
Q: How did your training and support crew shape the result?
His wife, who is also his coach, plus his mother-in-law crewed him; they helped with pacing and guidance, but he chose to run largely solo.
#90 - David Green - South Downs Way 100 Course Record
Q: What strategies did you use to manage hydration and pacing?
He used sweat testing with precision hydration, calculated sodium needs, drank about 800 ml per hour, and avoided front-running pace to sustain energy.
#89 - Sarah Webster: South Downs Way 100 Course Record
Q: What do you think was the most important thing you did right in this race?
Training and on the course execution, along with having a strong crew and pacers, were the biggest assets that helped her stay on track, manage cramping, and navigate through the tougher sections to secure the win.
#83 - Natalie Taylor - Dragon's Back FKT
Q: How did you approach sleep during the three-day effort?
She describes a strategy of three hours sleep on key nights, with a flexible plan adjusted by the crew to stay alert and preserve form for the final push.

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Front-of-pack conversations in UK trail and ultrarunning, with a focus on elite athletes, race strategy, training tech, sponsorship, and the evolving UK race scene. Guests include top ultrarunners, race directors, and event organizers, offering practical insights into race preparation, performance, and navigating the sport's sponsorship and media landscape. The show stands out for its calm, knowledgeable interviewing style and strong emphasis on the UK trail running community, grassroots to major events, making it valuable for listeners seeking actionable takeaways and industry context.

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