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With smiles and the childlike thrill of ‘what’s coming next?!’ we made our way through the largest playground in the country, running from slide to swing, climbing up ropes, and thinking - why haven't I done this before? (read more)

'The Beacons way ultra': the most beautiful 100 km of the famous Beacons way where you cross from one side of the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales to the other (usually hiking over a few days rather than running in one shot). Read more

This year Francois left you all a message, a few words to encourage you, and to transfer his passion for the trails, nature and running. So no matter your level, age or running times, go out there and give trail running a try.

Keeping within an hour was a real challenge for this catch up with a my good friend and expert physio Laura. We just kept getting so carried away with our excitement for the human body!

Laura von wullerstorff Sc.D, has been a Physiotherapist for over 20 years. She owns and operates her own physiotherapy consulting business, working with a team of physiotherapists in Brussels and nearby Hoeilaart.

Simon Grimstrup is a Danish trail runner, adventure racer, elite endurance athlete, race organiser, tour guide and so much more.

In this interview we talk about:

- Why 'The Barbarian Trail runner'?

- His attraction to nature, competition and mountains

- How Simon grew up and when he got in to (long distance) running

- Getting to the start line of the Ultra Mount Fuji

- Racing in different enivrements. Desert, snow, jungle, mountains, multi stage races

- Sleep deprivation and strategies for multi day race events

- Training and mental & physical preparation

- Trail tours & environmental awareness

- As usual we finish with a useful tip from Simon. (read more)

Currently Jim is living in Sardinia and working as a Triathlon coach for 'This is Thijs coaching' and Trinuoro. Jim was a pro triathlete for 11 years and has an impressive list of victories and places of honour.

In this episode you learn more about:

- The legend of the impossible hill

- Why kids need to climb trees - Career choices and opportunities

- Age groups & elites

- Talent vs. work

- Training & skills

- Jim's coaching projects

- Top tips to get you started

One of the hottest days in Belgium with temperatures reaching 40 degrees C. 

So I thought, i know - I’ll give running a try ☺

Fact is that the better you are trained, the better you might be able to cope with the heat. Either way, general advice is to take it a bit slower on hot days but if you do want to clock your kilometres, here’s a few recommendations:

This is a short version of a daily posture check you can do. Use this video to get started so that you can then do the steps by yourself in 8 seconds. Ideally to do in the morning while waiting for the kettle to boil, standing in a queue, taking a screen break or even when you're on the phone. 

 Make this your 8 second daily mantra to reset your posture to neutral.