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Aid Station is aimed at providing support, coaching advice, information, inspiration and motivation to mid and back of the pack ultra runners. Many of the episodes contain ‘on the trail’ interviews with runners and ‘in race’ commentary. Hosted by England Athletics qualified coach and long distance ultra runner Kevin Munt.

Location:

United Kingdom

Description:

Aid Station is aimed at providing support, coaching advice, information, inspiration and motivation to mid and back of the pack ultra runners. Many of the episodes contain ‘on the trail’ interviews with runners and ‘in race’ commentary. Hosted by England Athletics qualified coach and long distance ultra runner Kevin Munt.

Language:

English

Contact:

07810473623


Episodes
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Ep 35 - An In-depth interview with James Elson - Ultra through and through!

1/31/2024
Kev gets a behind the scenes interview with Centurion Running owner, Race Director, international Athlete and Ultra guru James Elson. Yes Kev has man-fan syndrome but manages to stay professional throughout. So professional in fact that James does not swear once! https://www.centurionrunning.com/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:01:12:43

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Ep 34 - In conversation with Sophie Bennett - Dragon Slayer and WD200 podium placer

1/24/2024
In this episode Kev, at last, catches up with Sophie Bennett who finished second female at the inaugural Centurion Winter Downs 200. Among many other ultra races Sophie also completed the Dragon’s Back Race in 2022. This is a conversation that has been a long time coming but it’s full of good topical ultra racing stuff! https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/winter-downs-200-2024 https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:47:34

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Ep 33 - WD200 finishers and club mates host Kev and Matt Harper review the WD200

12/20/2023
In this bonus episode Kev interviews Matt Harper, fellow Hart Road Runners club mate and finisher of the Centurion Winter Downs 200. If you are considering entering this or any other 200 miler, here is some more invaluable insight. https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/winter-downs-200-2024 https://www.hartroadrunners.co.uk/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:40:19

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Ep 32 - Centurion Winter Downs 200 - The Last of Kev’s Treble

12/19/2023
This episode details the conclusion to Kev’s 3 x 200 mile races in a calendar year. The inaugural Winter Downs 200 by Centurion. Best listened to on the run! https://www.centurionrunning.com/ https://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/products/la-sportiva-cyklon-cross-gtx-mens https://www.centurionultrarunningstore.com/products/dexshell-compression-mudder-socks Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:01:04:22

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Ep 31 - Kev’s Conquest of the King Alfred’s Way Ultra

8/18/2023
This episode details Kev’s race around the 220 mile King Alfred’s Way Ultra. This is the second part of his 3 x 200 mile race series in 2023. https://www.cockbainevents.com/ https://www.beyondmarathon.com/ https://www.hartroadrunners.co.uk/ https://www.justgiving.com/page/kevin-munt-1690971880796?utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_fundraiser_page_donation_received_-_nth_donation&utm_content=88ec3e39-cae5-40c4-97f5-e65093b060b6&utm_medium=email&utm_source=postoffice&utm_term=1692004808766 Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:01:11:31

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Ep 30 - A 200 mile Ultra is a long way. Is doing three in a season sensible?

8/8/2023
In this mini episode Kev owns up to his plans/experiment for running 3 x 200 miles in an ultra running season. Nutter! Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:21:16

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Ep 29 - Kev & Lizzie do and review the Beacon’s Way 100

8/1/2023
The episode covers the epic Beacon’s Way 100 mile ultra by GBUltras. Held in biblical weather conditions this has a lot of learning experience to share. It features both Kev’s take on the event and experience of completion, as well as the amazing result achieved by Elizabeth (Lizzie) Gatherer. Who is featured in the show. Not far to the next Aid Station! https://www.gbultras.com/beacons-way-ultra-100/ https://ultramadlizzie.com/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:01:01:21

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Ep 28 - There is a first time for everything including going Ultra

7/13/2023
In this episode Kev interviews, on the trail, Lynne Rashleigh and Caroline Dobbin. Two women new to Ultra running about their first time experiences. If you are planning stepping up to Ultra distance this is a must listen. If you are a very experienced ultra runner why not go back and remember your first time! Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:01:04:45

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Ep 27 - Kev and Hannah do and review Ultra Wales 50

6/30/2023
Kev’s not been around since the Northern Traverse so here is a chance to catch up with where he is at. This episode includes a ‘jog interview’ with Hannah Hall and reviews GB Ultras Ultra Wales 50 miler. https://www.gbultras.com/ultra-wales/ https://www.centurionrunning.com/races/thames-path-100-2024 Hannah’s new business - mpower.fleet.uk@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093997789736 Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:48:31

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Ep 26 - Kev’s Northern Traverse Story

4/11/2023
In this episode Kev tells the story of his 190 mile/300k run across England in the Northern Traverse Ultra race. The poor thing sounds awful in this episode due to a very viscous bout of the most extreme man flu! For this and his monotone voice he apologises. Of course you still would not want to miss out on his amazing experience would you? So please take a listen. https://www.northerntraverse.com/ https://silvasweden.uk/?ms https://freetobekids.enthuse.com/pf/kevin-munt http://www.harveymaps.co.uk/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:51:00

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Ep 25 - Northern Traverse Next up for Kev

3/23/2023
Kev is tapering at the moment for the Northern Traverse, which is the non stop race across England from Coast to Coast. In this episode Kev gives some background as to how he got to this longest ultra run of his life. He also provide some background to the event and his training preparation for it. https://www.northerntraverse.com/northern-traverse https://freetobekids.enthuse.com/pf/kevin-munt https://montane.com/products/montane-gecko-vp-20 https://theomm.com/product/chest-pod/?v=79cba1185463 Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:35:43

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Ep 24 - Arc Of Attrition 100..er well 57 anyway

2/1/2023
Kev tackles the Arc of Attrition 100 round the rugged tip of Cornwall. Well it tackles him actually! https://mudcrew.co.uk/events/arc-of-attrition/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:40:20

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Ep 23 - Dragon’s Back Race 2022 Special - Part 2

9/15/2022
Kev continues his race down the spine of Wales, riding the dragon all the way to Cardiff. This episode covers days 3, 4, 5 & 6. https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/the-route Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:35:16

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Ep 22 - Dragon’s Back Race 2022 Special - Part 1

9/15/2022
In this first episode of a two part special, Kev takes on the mighty Dragon’s Back race for the second time. This time the dragon puts up a hell of a fight that Kev takes head on! This episode covers some of the preparation and Day’s 1 and 2. https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/thinking-of-entering Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:50:08

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Ep 21 - Lakeland 100/50 Special

8/3/2022
Kev attempts the British ultra marathon classic, the Montane Lakeland 100. This episode also features the Lakeland 50. Kev introduces you to more mid to back of pack runners, this time from Europe, who tell their stories and become Aid Station fans! https://lakeland100.com/ https://www.facebook.com/joeyscoffee/ https://instagram.com/joeyscastle?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:01:05:27

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Ep 20 - Running a 100 mile Ultra - (Feat - Centurion SDW100)

7/20/2022
Kev discusses running 100 miles with Hannah Hall and Lizzie Gatherer who both completed the Centurion South Downs 100 in June. If you are looking to step up to a 100 mile ultra marathon, looking for inside info, or just love ultra banter, this episode is for you. This episode features: https://www.centurionrunning.com/ https://lakeland100.com/ https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:01:05:18

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Ep 19 - Great Lakeland 3 Day feature

6/24/2022
Kev updates the latest local ultra race news. This episode features the GL3D, the perfect event to start your multi-day mountain ultra experience. Featuring https://ultramadlizzie.wixsite.com/ultramadlizzie/post/gwynne-harris-round-ladies-fastest-known-time-what-does-it-take-to-run-an-fkt-round?postId=b5d2ac0f-d6c9-4a05-bc93-b32bc6f4ddd5&utm_campaign=474affa2-0f1b-4a7f-86ec-e4e9b825499c&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&utm_content=e3232d3a-c5bc-4f06-9160-7b1cd72d98d7&cid=fd8f44b6-b9cf-47d5-93af-156ed56ccd4a https://www.oureaevents.com/ https://www.centurionrunning.com/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:39:03

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Ep 18 - An Interview With Sarah Francis - Mountain Ultra Specialist

4/15/2022
Kev returns in interview mode with a great guest in Sarah Francis. With 22 years of mountain marathons behind her, Sarah is the most experienced mountain ultra runner Kev has ever met. In this highly insightful interview, Sarah imparts her wealth of mountain race knowledge and gives us an insight into all the longest UK events. https://theomm.com/events/ https://www.northerntraverse.com/ https://www.capewrathultra.com/ Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:59:18

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Ep 17 - Lizzie’s First Backyard Ultra

1/15/2022
This episode has been sometime in the making! It details Elizabeth Gatherer’s first attempt at a Backyard Ultra. The show covers all the planning and approach to one of these events with no known end! Backyard’s are very different Ultra running events, so if you are planning to have a go listen to this great episode first. Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:59:45

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Ep 16 - Final Dragon’s Back Special #7

9/11/2021
In the last episode in this series of specials Kev gets eaten up and spat out by the Dragon. It’s the conclusion of a years training and podcast recording of his journey to the mighty Dragons Back Race. If you are contemplating entering this race this, and the rest in the series, are well worth a listen. https://www.dragonsbackrace.com/2021-results Aid Station website where you can find the episodes or leave comment https://www.aidstation.co.uk/ Please feel free to give the show some feedback on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/aid-station/id1549735359

Duration:00:49:58