In this final episode of season four of the RunAlive podcast, we reflect on the journey of this season and what a season it's been!

We pick our highlights from the season, (although Gill's highlights include pretty much the whole season!) touching on the power of knowing when to quit with Mario Fraioli, the inspiration of hearing how Jacob Fincham-Dukes focuses on the future and not what could have been, and Steph Kessell's advice to find joy in the present.

We're looking forward to hearing your suggestions for season 5, and should be back in the New Year!

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In this week's interval Gill speaks with Matt Bergin, a physiotherapist and international Irish athlete who specialises in running injuries. They discuss the importance of seeking physiotherapy early, common injuries runners face, the impact of modern running shoes, and how to find a trustworthy physiotherapist. Matt shares insights from his experience as both a runner and a physio, emphasising the need for a holistic approach to injury management and the challenges of balancing his running career with his professional life.

Follow Matt on Instagram: @matt_bergs

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Our Guest this week:

Steph Kessell (nee Davis) completed her first marathon in 2018 and only a few years later went on to run a 2:27 marathon when she won the UK Olympic marathon trials. Steph was Team GB's fastest marathon runner at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. Steph is a one-on-one coach and a coach at Runna and loves helping athletes of all abilities from 5k to ultra marathons. She gave birth to her daughter 4 weeks ago so balances her coaching alongside being a Mum and her own training.

We chat to Steph about her incredible journey from a corporate career to elite athletics, and now to motherhood. Steph shares how running has shaped her perspective on resilience, self-awareness, and balance. We touch on her meteoric rise in marathon running, overcoming injuries, and managing Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). She candidly discusses the physical and emotional shifts she experienced during pregnancy, how she adapted her training, and the surprising joys of slowing down.

As a coach, Steph also offers invaluable insights into tailoring training to individual needs, the importance of rest, and how to build sustainable habits. Her reflections emphasise the value of enjoying the process over fixating on results.

Follow Steph on Instagram: @steph_davis26

Thank You:

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