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This week on Run Till You're Done, we turn our attention to the Backyard Ultra World Team Championships. With teams from around the globe set to compete simultaneously in one of endurance sport's most unique and demanding formats, we take a closer look at how the event works, how Team UK has been assembled, and what it will take to challenge for the world title. Joining us is Eric Keeler, UK Team Manager and Race Director, to discuss the competition, the athletes, and why every single yard matters when the world's best backyard runners go head-to-head.

At Hardwick Hall Backyard Ultra an epic contest unfold. After countless miles and hours of relentless running, only three women remained, all refusing to give in. Standing tallest at the end was today's guest, a runner whose determination seems to know no limits.Not only did she take the win at Hardwick Hall, but earlier this year she also claimed the Cambrian Way Fastest Known Time, conquering one of Britain's toughest and most iconic trails.We're honoured to have her with us today. Please give a warm Run Till You're Done welcome to Becky Atkinson!Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone Spotify (Video and/or sound) Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor. chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩#BeckyAtkinson #CambrianWay #FKT #FastestKnownTime #CambrianWayFKT #MountainRunning #AdventureRunning #TrailLegend #EnduranceAthlete #runninginspiration

With more than 100 marathons to her name, often run in costume, Lisa has become one of running's most authentic voices. We talk about her bestselling books Your Pace or Mine? and Running After All These Tears, exploring how running can help us navigate joy, grief, resilience, and recovery.From start lines to life's toughest challenges, Lisa shares powerful lessons on community, courage, and why running is about so much more than pace and finish times.A conversation full of honesty, heart, laughter, and hope. #RunTillYoureDone #LisaJackson #RunningPodcast #MarathonRunning #YourPaceOrMine #RunningAfterAllTheseTears #runnersworld #parkrun Use code Lisa10 at https://flanciactivewear.co.uk/ Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone - https://youtu.be/nfLyu3CsLKESpotify (Video and/or sound) - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lVuqhAVH2jdV09kLXAIeq?si=cs4Y23uxR0CQzE7NrBSIPwApple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor. chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

Fresh off smashing the Speyside Way 100 km and taking the overall win at the Moray way 100 miler. She’s been quietly taking over the Scottish ultra scene, and we figured it’s time to find out what makes her tick. Theis wime we welcome Maisie Baptist, welcome to Run Till You’re Done.”Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone Spotify (Video and/or sound) Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor. chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

Nikki gives a debrief on what happened at the Highland Fling Race 2026 Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone https://youtu.be/trGS33M2k9o Spotify (Video and/or sound) https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/tZj9oUXh35b Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor. chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

Fresh off an incredible win of the v40 female category at lakeland 100 with an impressive comeback since the last one! She’s also a busy working family lady so I’m looking forward to finding out the secret to juggling life to become a champion! We chat about her running life, what the drive is and what this Lakeland finish means to her. We welcome to the show - Mariam Kilpatrick!Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone https://youtu.be/trGS33M2k9oSpotify (Video and/or sound) https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ioyloXTok5bApple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

Brian has a story to tell, not just about being the only person to complete the By The Way of The Glen race this year but his full backstory. **Trigger warning*** Brian is honest with his details about upbringing and drug addiction. The full story but warning some may find it hard to listen.Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone https://youtu.be/Ik2OyBXLWEQSpotify (Video and/or sound)Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

Nikki and Mike have a catch up with what happened at Highlander backyard Ultra 2026.Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone Spotify (Video and/or sound)Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩#huighlander #backyardultra

This week we’re joined by a true legend of Scottish ultra running — someone who’s quietly built a record that’s nothing short of extraordinary. He completed his 200th ultra lining it up with finishing the West Highland Way Race for the twentieth time. He’s part of the backbone of the Scottish endurance community — a runner, a volunteer, and a medic who’s seen the sport from every angle. He’s tough, humble, and deeply respected by anyone who’s ever stood on a start line with him. Welcome to the show, Neil MacRitchie. For Neil we are coining the word "Gobleteer" one who collects west highland way GobletsCatch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone Spotify (Video and/or sound)Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩#gobleteer#westhighlandwayrace

In this week's episode we have another guest that has been on the wanted guest list for a long time. A self-described late starter, he came into running later in life after years spent climbing with a “never too late” mindset. Through both his blogs he has documented over a decade of adventures and returns to adventures saying what a lot strive for “failure is likely, but success still just possible”. He has just collected his 12th goblet as he became the oldest ever finisher of the west highland way, We welcome Andy Cole to the show.Find both of Andys blogs here:ajc-runninglate.blogspot.com/ajc-joggingon.blogspot.com/Along with Mikes question from 2014 https://ajc-runninglate.blogspot.com/2014/04/toughest-race-in-scotland.html#laterinlife#nevertoooldCatch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone Spotify (Video and/or sound)Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

In this episode we talk to "A Runner", more than just "A Runner", a mum, wife, an event director, a national 50k champion. Find out what she means by a runner as we welcome to the show, Jennifer Wetton!

This week on Run Till You’re Done, we’re joined by one of Scotland’s finest mountain runners, Robbie Simpson. One of the most underappreciated running assets the UK has. From representing Great Britain on the world stage to racing shoulder-to-shoulder with the likes of Kilian Jornet, Robbie has built an incredible career in the hills and mountains. We chat about his journey from the Highlands to the international podium, the highs and lows of elite competition, and even the story behind being nicknamed "Fat Simpson" despite being one of the fittest athletes on the planet. It's a conversation packed with laughs, honesty, and plenty of insight into what it takes to compete at the highest level of mountain running. Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone Spotify (Video and/or sound)Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

This week on Run Till You’re Done Podcast, we’re joined by Lynsey McLaughlin — a runner with 30 years in the sport who’s gone from the streets of Glasgow to many races in Scotland and beyond.We chat about the mindset behind chasing big goals and PBs after all this time, and what it takes to keep improving. Lynsey also shares stories from her record-breaking performances, including twice the female course record at the Formartine & Buchan Way Ultra.A conversation about resilience, racing, longevity, and learning to embrace the hard miles in the world of ultra running.Catch the show on Youtube (video) @runtillyouredone Spotify (Video and/or sound)Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

This week on Run Till You’re Done Podcast, we’re joined by the incredible Catriona Bruce — not only a passionate runner, but also the founder of Blast Running Events and one of the most supportive people in the running community.Catriona talks us through the journey of Blast events, from 1 mile races all the way up to 90km ultras, and everything in between. She also opens up about her recent bowel cancer diagnosis and treatment, sharing her experience with honesty, strength, and positivity.An inspiring and powerful conversation you won’t want to miss.Catch the show on Youtube (video)  @runtillyouredone  Spotify (Video and/or sound)Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providersor chat to us on instagram ⁨@runtillyouredone⁩

This week's guest we host Sophie Littlefair. From an epic FKT to multi day events, we discuss all of those as well as winning the 2026 winter spine south sprint on a comeback from injury!Catch the show on Youtube (video) https://www.youtube.com/@runtillyouredoneSpotify (Video and/or sound) Apple (sound only) plus any other podcast providers