Matt Wooden

Matt Wooden

From Running Commentary by Rob Deering and Paul Tonkinson

April 13, 2026 · 55 min · Season 1 · Episode 585

About this episode

Rob runs with experienced big distance runner Matt Wooden in the South Downs, discussing ultra running and training tips.

Rob runs with Matt Wooden - experienced big distance runner and coast-to-coast completer - in the South Downs. Featuring some Ultra gatecrashing, bird spotting, wonderful countryside, tips for our big run, and what Matt's doing next.Thanks so much Matt.Subscribe to the Fan Feed at ⁠⁠https://runcompod.supercast.com/⁠⁠ to hear more from Matt - plus get early access, ad-free listening, and all manner of exclusive content.BUY OUR BOOKS; you can pre-order Paul's NEW BOOK here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/running-through-sand/paul-tonkinson/9781399404013, you can get Rob's book Running Tracks here - ⁠https://www.waterstones.com/book/running-tracks/rob-deering/9781800180444⁠ - and you can get Paul’s classic 26.2 Miles to Happiness here: ⁠https://www.waterstones.com/book/26-2-miles-to-happiness/paul-tonkinson/9781472975270⁠ Thanks for listening, supporting, and sharing your adventures with us. Happy running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Rob Deering, Paul Tonkinson

Guest: Matt Wooden

Topics covered

  • running
  • ultra running
  • countryside
  • bird spotting
  • training tips

Keywords

  • running
  • Matt Wooden
  • South Downs
  • ultra running
  • training tips

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fan Feed, Waterstones

Books & works: Running Through Sand, Running Tracks, 26.2 Miles to Happiness

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