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Feet First: A Running Podcast

Ed Scott
Arc Of Attrition
Ultra Running
UTMB
Montagne Winter Spine Race
Winter Spine Sprint
Winter Downs 200
Nutrition
Spine Race
Ultrarunning
Centurion Running
Mental Resilience
Lake District
Coast Path Running
Mozart 100
Pennine Way
Bob Graham Round
Adventure Racing
DNF (did Not Finish)
Nutrition and Hydration
Black Trail Runners

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

www.runfeetfirst.co.uk

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes78Foundeda year ago
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A conversation with Doug Stewart, Founder and Performance Director at Elite Trail Team. Coaching many of the UK's most competitive trail and mountain running athletes, I wanted to find out more about Doug's training philosophy and the science underpi... more

Catching up with Gemma Hillier-Moses off the back of her first place finish at the Arc 50.

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Thank You to Our Partners For Supporting Feet First

* Centurion Ultrarunning Store - use code FEETFIRST10 for 10% off your next ord... more

A pre-race chat with Harry Jones ahead of the Arc 50 in Cornwall, England.

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Thank You to Our Partners For Supporting Feet First

* Centurion Ultrarunning Store - use code FEETFIRST10 for 10% off your next order.

* Janji - ... more

A double bill episode featuring pre-race chats with US athletes Joe Miller and Sabrina Stanley ahead of the 2026 Arc of Attrition 100-miler in Cornwall, England.

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Thank You to Our Partners For Supporting Feet First

* Centur... more

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Recent Guests

Harry Jones
Accomplished ultrarunner known for his consistent performances and YouTube content creation.
Independent athlete and content creator
Episode: #72 - Harry Jones - Arc of Attrition 50
Joe Miller
Ultrarunner based on the East Coast of the USA
Episode: #71 - Joe Miller & Sabrina Stanley - Arc of Attrition 100
Sabrina Stanley
Dominant US ultrarunner recovering from health issues
Episode: #71 - Joe Miller & Sabrina Stanley - Arc of Attrition 100
Simon Withers
Second-place finisher in the men's 100-mile race at the Arc of Attrition
Episode: #69 - Simon Withers - Arc of Attrition Second Place
Harry Firth
Men's winner of the Spine Challenger North and experienced ultrarunner
Episode: #67 - Harry Firth - Spine Challenger North First Place
Sarah Page
Winner of the Spine Challenger South and accomplished ultra runner
Episode: #66 - Sarah Page - Spine Challenger South Winner
Marius Otoo
Member of the TrailFam Racing Team and young ultrarunner
TrailFam
Episode: LIVE EPISODE: Fork in the Trail - Exploring the Past, Present, and Future of British Ultramarathon Racing
Sophie Grant
La Sportiva athlete and experienced ultrarunner from Andorra
La Sportiva
Episode: #65 - Sophie Grant - 2026 Winter Spine Race Preview
Natalie Utting
Course record holder at Winter Downs 100 and rising star in ultrarunning
Episode: #64 - Natalie Utting - Winter Downs 100 Course Record

Host

Ed Scott
Host of a podcast focusing on UK trail and ultra running, with a knack for engaging interviews and insightful conversations with elite athletes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • 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 Kingdom6 months 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 Kingdom6 months 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 Kingdom7 months ago
  • High quality and in depth knowledgable interviews

    The style is nice and calm and reserved and Ed obviously knows his stuff. Good questions, little fluff and trivia and he lets his guests talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BruntersRunsABit
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Best in an increasingly crowded room

    Really good pod, straight to the point with great guests and no boring waffle! Ed’s open style really enables the stories be told in an interesting way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yoojene
    United Kingdom9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The focus on the UK ultrarunning scene is well-received, with many highlighting the informative nature of discussions around different races and training strategies.
Listeners praise the insightful and engaging interview style of Ed Scott, noting that he draws out valuable stories and experiences from guests.
Listeners appreciate the calm and unpretentious atmosphere of the show, making it accessible to both competitive athletes and casual runners.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#35
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#248
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#183
Germany/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#206
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#249
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#3
Denmark/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#73 - Gemma Hillier-Moses - Arc of Attrition 50 First Place
Q: What was the most important thing you did right at this race?
Gemma stated that her mindset and attitude towards treating it as an adventure were key to her success.
#73 - Gemma Hillier-Moses - Arc of Attrition 50 First Place
Q: How did you prepare for your race at the Arc of Attrition 50 Mile?
Gemma discussed her training changes and how focusing on key brands like Hoka and Sunto shaped her preparation and experience.
#73 - Gemma Hillier-Moses - Arc of Attrition 50 First Place
Q: How's that been transitioning to have a kind of singular project of yourself as an athlete?
Gemma expressed that the transition has been positive, helping her focus more on running without feeling pressured.
#74 - Doug Stewart - Elite Trail Team
Q: How important is mobility work in training, and what advice would you give to someone new to it?
Mobility work can have mixed impacts on running performance; too much can negatively affect running economy. Dynamic warmups are beneficial, while static stretching before running can be detrimental. Advice should be tailored based on individual needs.
#74 - Doug Stewart - Elite Trail Team
Q: How do you find the process of coaching athletes that compete against one another?
Doug explains that he maintains confidentiality between athletes, ensuring each receives tailored coaching without sharing race plans between competing team members.

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Recent guests on Feet First: A Running Podcast include:

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2. Joe Miller
3. Sabrina Stanley
4. Simon Withers
5. Harry Firth
6. Sarah Page
7. Marius Otoo
8. Sophie Grant

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