UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews

If you lose 5kg, does that make you a better runner?Not necessarily. Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick unpack why what you lose matters more than how much, and why dropping body weight doesn't automatically translate into better performance.For runners, trying to get lighter while trying to get faster can mean chasing two competing goals. From losing muscle and under-fuelling to the rise of GLP-1 drugs, this episode asks a more important question: are you losing weight, or are you losing what you need to run well?Paula Radcliffe is an ambassador for Children with Cancer and the host of Paula's Run Club, which is. available on YouTube and via all podcast providers: https://www.youtube.com/@paulasrunclubHeights 👉 Get 20% off your first month of any subscription at https://highpfrmc.com/UT_Heights_AU and use untappedpod at checkoutRobinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you tired because life is busy… or could your body actually be missing something?In this episode of Untapped Extra Mile, Oli Patrick tackles some of the most common nutrient deficiencies - iron, vitamin D and B12 - and explains how they could be affecting your energy, health and running performance.Oli breaks down the warning signs to look out for, from unexplained fatigue and breathlessness to changes in performance, and explores when blood testing can actually be useful. He also explains why runners may need to pay particular attention to their nutrient levels, whether supplements are really necessary, and why simply taking more isn’t always the answer.Plus, we look at why deficiencies may be becoming more common - and the simple questions you should ask before reaching for another supplement.Because when it comes to performance, sometimes getting better isn’t about adding more. It’s about finding out what’s holding you back.Heights 👉 Get 20% off your first month of any subscription at https://highpfrmc.com/UT_Heights_YT and use untappedpod at checkoutRobinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If magnesium is so good for you, why doesn't everyone need it? Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick get into one of the wellness world's most popular supplements and separate the genuine benefits from the hype.They look at what magnesium could mean for sleep, recovery and running, why your diet might matter more than your supplement cupboard, and whether different forms really make a difference.This episode is a closer look at whether magnesium is something every runner should be taking, or simply another supplement we’ve been told we need.Heights 👉 Get 20% off your first month of any subscription at https://highpfrmc.com/UT_Heights_YT and use untappedpod at checkoutRobinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should your period change the way you train? Or have we been overcomplicating it? Spencer Matthews, Oli Patrick and Dr Hazel Wallace unpack what female runners really need to know about hormones, performance and training.They challenge the idea of rigid “cycle syncing”, explaining why the evidence isn't as clear-cut as social media suggests, and why being aware of your cycle may be more useful than changing your training around it.Plus, they tackle one of the biggest risks facing female athletes: under-fuelling. From RED-S and lost periods to bone health and recovery, this is a practical guide to knowing when your hormones might be telling you something, and when you should simply keep showing up.Heights 👉 Get 20% off your first month of any subscription at https://highpfrmc.com/UT_Heights_YT and use untappedpod at checkoutRobinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some of the world’s best runners swear by a training method built around one simple idea: forget the pace and play with speed. So what makes fartlek so effective?With Spencer preparing to train in Kenya, where Fartlek is a staple among elite runners, he and Oli Patrick break down the brilliantly named Swedish concept of “speed play” - and how it differs from intervals, over-unders, progression runs and steady sessions.They unpack what happens to your body when you repeatedly change pace, why elite runners build Fartlek into their training, and how learning to speed up, recover and go again can prepare you for the unpredictable demands of race day.GQ Box 👉 Treat yourself or someone else and use code UNTAPPED20 for an extra 20% off at: https://highpfrmc.com/GQ_AU Do Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock.Heights 👉 Get 20% off your first month of any subscription at https://highpfrmc.com/UT_Heights_AU and use untappedpod at checkout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

European U23 marathon record holder Becky Briggs shares the mindset, training lessons and race-day strategies that have helped her compete at the highest level of running.Becky explains why tough training sessions build more resilience than perfect ones, how learning to handle fatigue is key to overcoming the marathon wall, and why carbon-plated shoes should be used strategically rather than relied on for every run.She also shares how changing her mindset around pressure and discomfort helped her achieve a 2:29 marathon PB, revealing the habits that help runners stay resilient, recover smarter and perform when it matters most.About Becky Briggs:Becky Briggs is a British long-distance runner, coach and content creator. A European U23 marathon record holder with a 2:29 marathon PB, she has represented Great Britain across cross country, half marathon, marathon and 50K distances. Becky is also the founder of That’s Hot, an inclusive running community inspiring runners of all levels.You can find her on social media at https://www.instagram.com/becky_briggs_nrg and https://www.tiktok.com/@becky_briggs_nrg?lang=enGQ Box 👉 Treat yourself or someone else and use code UNTAPPED20 for an extra 20% off at: https://highpfrmc.com/GQ_AU Do Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Heights 👉 Get 20% off your first month of any subscription at https://highpfrmc.com/UT_Heights_AU and use untappedpod at checkout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England fly-half Marcus Smith explores the crossover between rugby and running, sharing the training methods and mindset that help him perform at the highest level.He explains why long-distance running pushes him far beyond his comfort zone, the simple speed drills that developed his explosive power, and why embracing difficult training pays off when it matters most.Plus, he and Spencer discuss the rise of run culture, building speed without expensive equipment, and Spencer's latest ultra-running challenge.Do Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up nowHeights 👉 Get 20% off your first month of any subscription at https://highpfrmc.com/UT_Heights_AU and use untappedpod at checkout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.