Because enthusiasm alone only gets you so far…

The Expert to Help the Idiots series is a dedicated spin-off from the Idiots Go Running podcast, created to answer the questions every runner asks — usually after they’ve already made the mistake.

As we prepare for our biggest challenge yet — running 350 miles from Mizen Head to Malin Head — we realised something important: we don’t need more motivation… we need smarter guidance.

This series brings in genuine experts to help us (and you) understand the parts of running that really matter — mental strength, recovery, nutrition, fuelling, training structure, injury prevention, and performance habits — all explained in a way that normal runners can actually use.

No jargon.

No ego.

Just honest conversations, practical advice, and the odd reality check when the idiots get carried away.

• 🧠 Mental strength & mindset for endurance challenges

• 🔁 Recovery, rest, and staying consistent

• 🍝 Running nutrition, food, fuelling & hydration

• 👟 Shoes, gear, tips, tricks & training habits

• 🏃‍♂️ Real-world coaching insights for everyday runners

• 💬 Honest conversations — what actually works vs what sounds good online

Each episode features one expert, focused on their area of real-world experience:

• Nick Weston – Coaching, training structure, mindset & performance

• Jo Manta – Nutrition, fuelling, food & endurance health

• Sammy Lapauri – Strength, recovery & performance habits

• Gerry O’Boyle – Mental toughness, resilience & mindset

• Ashley Schneider – Recovery strategies & staying injury-free

• Isaac Barnes – Experience-led insights from elite endurance racing

• Derek Stefureac – Technique, training efficiency & race prep

We’re not pretending to be experts — we’re learning in public.

These episodes are part of our journey, our mistakes, and our preparation, shared openly so others can learn alongside us.

If running has taught us anything, it’s this:

You don’t need to be perfect — you just need the right help at the right time.

🎧 Listen anywhere you get your podcasts

🎥 Watch full episodes and clips on YouTube

🌍 More info: www.IdiotsGoRunning.com

Idiots Go Running – Expert to Help the Idiots (Spin-Off Series)

In this episode, we break down proven training methods for endurance runners — whether you’re gearing up for your first marathon, chasing down your next ultra, or just trying to stay consistent without totally wrecking your legs (or your social life). Expect some solid advice, a few questionable opinions, and the usual chaos you’ve come to love.

You’ll learn:

🏃 How to train smart for long-distance events

🎯 The difference between low mileage, high mileage, and hybrid plans

👟 What makes the perfect running shoe (drop, stack, fit, foam, brands)

📈 How to personalise your running plan for real results

🎧 Tips from coach Nick Weston on sustainable progress and race prep

Whether you’re chasing a new PB, tackling your first 50K, or training for a 100-miler — this episode is loaded with actionable advice for any stage of your running journey.

Hosted by: Colin Goodman, Andrew Goodman, Matt Knaggs & Nick Weston

🧡 We’re running 350 miles across Ireland as part of Project MS Runs to raise £100,000 for:

• MS Ireland

• MS Society NI

• MS Run the US

👉 Learn more, donate, or sponsor:

www.MSRunsIreland.com | www.idiotsgorunning.com

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Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, X (Twitter)

→ @IdiotsGoRunning

Matt Knaggs, Nick Weston, Colin Goodman and Andrew Goodman sit down to talk through what it really takes to plan a multi-day ultra event.
From training blocks and logistics to route planning and accommodation — it’s all here as we map out the 350-mile Mizen to Malin challenge for MS Runs Ireland.

💬 Expect laughs, chaos and plenty of lessons from the Idiots Go Running crew.

🌍 Website: idiotsgorunning.com
🎧 Listen anywhere you get your podcasts.

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