The Ultra Happy Podcast

The Ultra Happy Podcast šŸŒŸCertified Personal Trainer & Strength-Running Coach

17/02/2026

After several months away, The Ultra Happy Podcast is back and weā€™re stepping straight into the fire.
In this episode, we kick off a new season as we gear up for Cocodona250, facing fears head-on and choosing discomfort once again. I share why I select specific races each year, what draws me to certain challenges, and how fear plays a powerful role in that decision-making process.
Andy reveals his big MISOGI for the year, while I open up about what Iā€™ve been working on in training, including changing coaches and training methodology, and the incredible improvements Iā€™m already seeing. We also dive into my thoughts on speed work for ultra runners and why it deserves more attention than it gets.
This season is going to be epic. Weā€™ll be talking training, nutrition, logistics, mindset, and everything it takes to prepare for a challenge of this magnitude.
Weā€™re in this together.The journey has started.
Are you ready?

10/09/2025

šŸŽ™ļø Weā€™re back from the dust, the art, and the wild ride that is Burning Man and wow, do we have stories for you! This episode is extra special because Andy just crossed a huge milestone: he finished his very first ultramarathon! šŸƒā€ā™‚ļøāœØ After a decade of me trying to convince him to start running, he finally gave in last yearā€¦ and now a fresh ultrarunner has been born.
Weā€™ll share all the buzz from Burning Man, how we ended up there, and some funny twists that somehow led us to run 50 km around the Playa (because of course, what else do you do at Burning Man?!). Expect laughs, reflections, and the magic of mixing endurance running with one of the craziest festivals on Earth.
Tune in, itā€™s going to be a ride!
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25/08/2025

Sometimes, the easiest paths appear when we least expect them ā€“ like a downhill stretch on a clear trail. It's funny how luck can turn on a dime. One moment, sunshine; the next, a downpour begins. Have you ever had a moment like this?

24/08/2025

He didn't expect the experience to change him, to feel like he'd achieved something just by pacing. For anyone not ready for a 250-mile distance, pacing is a great way to be involved. "Get out there and pace somewhere."

23/08/2025

Fueled by excitement, it felt like anything was possible. A town transformed, a heartfelt hug, a mother's blessingā€”these moments became the bedrock. "Emma and I against the world," ready for whatever came next. Have you felt this surge of possibility?

22/08/2025

Ever have an experience change *you* more than the person you were supporting? One person shares how another's journey impacted them in ways they never saw coming. It was more than expected!

21/08/2025

Four weeks after finishing the 5 Deserts, a new challenge emerged: Cocodona 250. Was she ready? "Debatable." Sometimes, the biggest adventures come when we feel the least prepared.

20/08/2025

Hitting the 200km mark at Jerome checkpoint! It's about digging deep to find that second wind when you think you're slowing down the team. Ever feel like youā€™re holding someone back, only to surprise yourself?

30/07/2025

Struggling with a big goal? Sometimes the challenge isn't the distance, but the mental game. It's about finding joy, not just pushing limits. Is the reward worth the grind? "Maybe I'll do it as a mental challenge..."

29/07/2025

The journey isn't always linear; it's about rebuilding and staying on track. Getting back from a break can feel like a reset, especially when celebrating exciting milestones along the way. "I am rebuilding."

28/07/2025

It's about sharing the good, the bad, and everything in between. Communication is key to sorting things out. Sometimes, you've just got to say, "If I'm falling behind, just go ahead." Good thing there's always a signal to call for help!

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