The Jake Dearden Podcast

Hercules Nicolaou - #38 23.06.2026 1時間 14分

Hercules Nicolaou joins the podcast to share the incredible story behind his 1,200km run across Greece, averaging 85km per day for 14 days. We dive into ultrarunning, entrepreneurship, mental resilience, building a successful business, overcoming self-doubt, and the lessons learned when everything goes wrong. 00:00 Intro01:00 The 1,200km Greece Challenge Explained05:25 Training While Working Full-Time07:15 Childhood, Confidence & Growing Up as "Hercules"15:00 Building a Multi-Million Pound Delivery Business21:40 Entrepreneurship Lessons & Never Quitting26:45 Leaving His Business & Joining Cadence31:30 Work Ethic, Fear & Providing for Family35:30 The Speed Project & Performing Under Pressure39:30 The Darkest Moment During Greece & Nearly Quitting49:00 Gratitude, Relationships & Why Challenges Matter56:40 Advice for Anyone Starting Ultrarunning15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free: https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paige Dana Summerton - #37 19.06.2026 1時間 17分

Paige Dana joins the podcast to share her journey from professional dancer to content creator, coach, marathon runner, HYROX athlete, and Ironman finisher.We dive into how she built a fitness career online, trained for her first marathon, learned to swim as an adult for an Ironman, balanced coaching with high-level competition, and developed the mindset needed to chase elite performance.00:00 Intro01:00 Growing Up Playing Football & Discovering Dance02:00 Training as a Professional Dancer04:40 Covid, PT Qualifications & Entering Fitness09:40 Starting a Food Page & Building Social Media12:30 First Marathon Journey: London Marathon21:56 Berlin Marathon & A Huge PB26:25 Discovering HYROX29:23 Signing Up for an Ironman Without Being Able to Swim48:00 HYROX Success, Elite 15 Goals & Athlete Mindset53:30 Balancing Content Creation With Serious Training15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free: https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Faisal Abdullah - #36 16.06.2026 1時間 11分

HYROX MC Faisal Abdullah (Mr PMA) joins the podcast for an honest conversation about positivity, confidence, fatherhood, mental health, and the incredible growth of HYROX. We dive into Faisal's journey from being a movie extra and Barry's Bootcamp instructor to becoming one of the most recognisable voice in fitness. He shares powerful lessons on resilience, grief, mindset, social media, and why positive mental attitude has become his life's mission. We also discuss the future of HYROX, Olympic ambitions, upcoming athletes to watch, and what it's really like being the man on the microphone during the biggest races in the world.00:00 Intro02:55 Childhood, Confidence & Becoming an Actor07:18 Barry's Bootcamp & The Birth of "Mr PMA"11:23 Confidence vs Cockiness & The Law of Attraction15:00 Supporting Athletes Through Tough Moments21:04 Becoming a HYROX MC & Career Opportunities25:49 Mental Health, Grief & Difficult Conversations31:12 Building Positive Mental Attitude Every Day40:26 Fitness Journey, HYROX & Chasing Sub-7048:10 Future HYROX Stars & The Olympic Dream15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Theo Baker - #35 12.06.2026 1時間 43分

Theo Baker joins Jake Dearden to talk about his 12-year journey on YouTube, building successful podcasts, dealing with burnout, and turning content creation into a full-time career. We discuss dropping out of university, the evolution of YouTube, and how fitness transformed his life.We also explore Theo's journey into running, triathlon, Hyrox, marathon training, Ironman preparation, injury setbacks, and the mindset needed to balance elite-level endurance goals with a busy creator lifestyle.00:00 - Intro 01:30 - How Theo Got Started on YouTube05:00 Crazy McDonald's Stories & First Jobs09:15 - Making Money Online & Dropping Out of Uni16:00 - The Evolution of YouTube & Athlete Creators19:20 - Building Podcasts & The Story Behind Wafflin'25:00 - Burnout, Workload & Managing Multiple Projects34:00 - Triathlon Journey, Ironman Training & Injuries53:00 - Full Ironman Preparation & Mental Challenges01:10:00 - Marathon Running, Goals & Future Challenges01:28:00 - Balancing Fitness, Content & Long-Term Success15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free: https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Holly Archer - #34 09.06.2026 1時間 57分

Holly Archer joins Jake Dearden to share her incredible journey from getting detention after a school cross-country race to becoming a European silver medallist and one of the most respected endurance athletes in the UK.We dive into her experience in America, missing out on the Olympics by the smallest of margins, life as a professional runner, altitude training, sponsorships, Hyrox, and what it really takes to perform at an elite level.00:00 Intro00:07 Chasing A Scholarship To America00:12 NCAA Life, Culture Shock & Learning To Compete00:20 Full-Time Work & Winning A European Silver Medal00:28 Altitude Training: What Actually Works?00:35 Turning Professional & The Reality Of Sponsorships00:41 Leaving Pro Running & Finding A New Direction00:49 Hyrox, Performance & Endurance Training Insights01:20 Women In Sport, Mindset & The Future Ahead15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free: https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Griffiths - #33 05.06.2026 1時間 25分

On todays episode we sit down with Sam Griffiths. In this episode, we dive into his training, nutrition, recovery, mindset, injury prevention, and how he rapidly lost 110lbs. We also discuss his weekly mileage, marathon-specific workouts, building accountability and the lessons he's learned chasing peak performance. 00:00 – Intro05:30 – Gaming & Health Issues 12:45 – Falling in Love With Endurance Training21:10 – Travel, Adventure & Lessons From Around the World34:20 – Building a Marathon Runner’s Mindset53:35 – Morning Routine & Training Discipline56:08 – Why Podcasts Changed His Running57:20 – The Monster Marathon Workout01:02:00 – Injury Prevention & Staying Consistent01:04:00 – Nutrition, Recovery & Advice for Runners15% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free: https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gabriella Moriarty - #32 02.06.2026 2時間 14分

Gabby Moriarty joins the podcast to share her journey from a young athletics athlete in Northampton to becoming one of the UK's top HYROX competitors.We dive into her running background, marathon success, the coaches who shaped her career, why she stepped away from competitive running, and how she eventually found her way into HYROX. Gabby also opens up about resilience, training alone, competing at the elite level, and what it takes to keep improving when you're constantly chasing the athletes ahead of you.00:00 - Intro02:00 - Childhood Athletics, Running & Learning To Compete12:00 - Why Resilience Became Her Greatest Strength19:00 - University Running, Travelling Australia & Starting Again28:00 - The Coach Who Changed Her Life34:00 - Sub-18 5K & Sub-3 Marathon 41:30 - Discovering HYROX 54:00 - From Open Division To Elite 15 Athlete01:12:00 - Health Scares, Phoenix & Life Perspective01:45:00 - Elite Racing, Mindset, Community 5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joshua Charnley - #31 29.05.2026 1時間 22分

Rugby league star Josh opens up on the highs and lows of his career, from being dropped at 14 to becoming one of the sport’s top try scorers. We talk mental resilience, family, autism, training, recovery, switching to rugby union, losing the love for the game, and finding it again at Leigh Leopards.00:00 – Intro02:31 – Growing Up in Leigh & Discovering Rugby06:12 – Getting Dropped by Wigan at 1410:09 – The Comeback & Signing Again13:12 – Mental Resilience & Family Life18:24 – Super League Debut & Early Success24:26 – Winning Finals & Career Highlights33:33 – Switching to Rugby Union44:23 – Losing the Love for Rugby48:27 – Leigh Leopards5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Red Bull Coach Jack Birch - #30 - The Jake Dearden Podcast 26.05.2026 1時間 16分

Jack Birch is a strength & conditioning coach at the Red Bull Athlete Performance Center, working with some of the best athletes in the world - from Olympians and skaters to endurance athletes and world champions.In this episode we discuss elite performance, recovery, genetics vs hard work, burnout, confidence, injury rehab, and what really separates good athletes from great ones. Jack also shares behind-the-scenes insight into the Red Bull APC in Austria and LA.00:00 – Intro02:45 – Jack’s Journey From Devon to Red Bull LA05:08 – Working at West Ham as a Young Coach12:04 – Rowing, Skiing & Coaching Olympic Athletes18:47 – Landing the Job at Red Bull20:26 – What Elite Athletes Are Surprisingly Bad At30:18 – Genetics vs Hard Work in Elite Sport52:30 – Recovery, Sleep & Burnout in Athletes58:47 – The Reality of Being a Professional Athlete01:05:22 – Austria vs LA: Inside Red Bull’s Facilities5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Butchart & Alfie Manthorpe - #29 22.05.2026 1時間 17分

Olympian Andy Butchart and elite runner Alfie Manthorpe joins the podcast to talk marathon disasters, Olympic Village stories, altitude camps, elite running culture, Hyrox potential, and building a new running community in Manchester. From sh*tting yourself mid-race to chasing Olympic dreams.00:00 – Intro 08:00 – Olympic Village stories, Rio & Tokyo experiences16:00 – Marathon disasters, injuries & race horror stories24:00 – Recovering from the marathon & training struggles32:00 – Altitude camps, Flagstaff & how elites train40:00 – Building a Manchester running community48:00 – Training mindset, pressure & staying relaxed56:00 – Running shoes, gear obsession & recovery1:04:00 – Hyrox potential & marathon plans1:12:00 – Future plans5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Kelly - #28 19.05.2026 1時間 31分

In this episode James Kelly joins the podcast to talk about his rise from Aussie Rules football to becoming one of the world’s top HYROX athletes. We dive into elite training, mindset, pressure, coaching, race strategy, Melbourne lows, World Championship goals, and what really happens behind the scenes in professional HYROX. 00:00 – Intro05:11 – Building an elite aerobic engine as a teenager07:14 – Aussie Rules culture & stepping away from football10:30 – Discovering HYROX through Hunter McIntyre16:04 – Debut race in Birmingham & going sub-6018:18 – The insane 15-minute World Champs call-up23:09 – Pressure, expectations & elite mindset29:19 – Melbourne struggles & bouncing back mentally35:13 – Why changing coaches changed everything46:55 – Training alone, Australian culture & elite preparation5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cassia Clarke - #27 - The Jake Dearden Podcast 15.05.2026 1時間 10分

In this episode, we sit down with Cassia, an ultra runner who completely transformed her life after discovering running during lockdown. From struggling with confidence and losing over 100 pounds, to running marathons and 100km ultras. We discuss the success, the deeper story with burnout, social media pressure, and the decision to walk away from it all for an entire year.00:00 – Intro04:30 – Lockdown, Rock Bottom & First Steps Into Running10:00 – Building Confidence & Running Her First 5K16:00 – Going Viral & Entering the Social Media World24:00 – First Marathon & The Leap Into Ultras32:00 – Ultra Running Stories, Community & Mindset44:00 – The Dark Side of Social Media & Mental Health Decline54:00 – Quitting Everything & Disappearing for a Year01:04:00 – Life Offline: Healing, Happiness & Perspective Shift01:14:00 – Returning to Socials & What Life Looks Like Now5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlie Botterill & Jonathan Bullough - #26 12.05.2026 2時間 3分

In this episode, HYROX Elite 15 athlete Charlie Botterill joins Jake Dearden and coach Jonathan Bullough for a deep dive into what it really takes to compete at the top level of hyrox racing. From Charlie’s journey from pro cycling in France to becoming one of the UK’s fastest HYROX athletes, this episode covers race tactics, movement efficiency, training philosophy, mindset, recovery, and the small details that separate elite athletes from everyone else.They break down sled tactics, burpee efficiency, Zone 1 training, balancing volume with recovery, and why humility and constant learning matter more than talent alone. There’s also insight into training with athletes like Hunter McIntyre and what it takes to prepare for World Championships.00:00 – Intro 07:30 – Charlie’s Rapid Rise Into The Elite 1512:40 – Booking Melbourne Before Qualifying15:00 – Self-Coaching, Data Tracking & Race Volume20:00 – Why Technique Matters More Than Fitness24:15 – Burpee Efficiency & Saving Seconds Everywhere31:00 – Zone 1 Training & Recovery Explained38:40 – Sled Pull Technique & Intentional Training49:30 – Confidence, Humility & Learning From Top Athletes57:00 – Charlie’s Cycling Background & Becoming A Pro Athlete01:07:40 – Strength Training, Specificity & World Championship Prep01:28:50 – Singles vs Doubles Training Differences01:50:30 – Why Charlie Could Become One Of The Best In HYROX5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

William Goodge - #25 08.05.2026 1時間 33分

Ultra runner Will Goodge joins the podcast to break down what it’s really like running across America and Australia, averaging nearly 70 miles a day, surviving on minimal sleep, dealing with accusations of cheating, and pushing the limits of human endurance.00:00 – Intro04:00 – Running across America: 3,000+ miles 11:00 – Nutrition, recovery & surviving 16-hour days16:00 – Team dynamics, breakdowns & mental battles20:00 – How the body adapts to extreme endurance24:00 – Running across Australia & breaking records29:00 – Accusations of cheating & online hate32:00 – The Speed Project experience35:00 – Moab 240 & racing against elite ultra runners42:00 – Why William keeps doing impossible challenges5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ultra Runner & UTMB winner - Tom Evans - #24 05.05.2026 1時間 22分

In this episode, Jake Dearden joins ultra runner Tom Evans to break down his insane journey from the Army to winning UTMB. We dive into his mindset, training secrets, heat prep, hybrid fitness, and why chasing perfection might be holding you back. This episode is packed with elite-level insights on endurance, mental resilience, and performing when it really counts. 00:00 – Intro01:15 – First Race Ever05:05 – Western States09:20 – Mental Strength13:59 – Hyrox vs CrossFit vs Ultra Running20:12 – Why Problem Solving Wins Races29:35 – Heat Training & Performance Hacks33:17 – Skills That Make Elite Trail Runners40:00 – Letting Go of Perfection49:01 – Winning UTMB5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary McCarthy - #23 01.05.2026 1時間 37分

In this episode, Jake Dearden sits down with Mary Mccarthy to talk about her journey from competitive swimming to elite running breaking down her first marathon success, the chaos of the Speed Project, and the mindset behind her “Beat the Boys” movement. We dive into training strategies, injuries, triathlons, and what it really takes to push limits at the highest level.00:00 – Intro09:00 – First marathon & unexpected 3:03 finish18:00 – The Speed Project (LA to Vegas)27:00 – Injuries & pushing through36:00 – “Beat the Boys” mindset 45:00 – PBs, racing strategy & beating expectations54:00 – Marathon training structure1:03:00 – Mental approach 1:12:00 – Injury, recovery & cross-training1:21:00 – Future goals5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danny Rae - #22 - The Jake Dearden Podcast 28.04.2026 1時間 51分

In this episode, Jake Dearden sits down with Danny Rae to talk about his incredible journey from serving 12 years in the British Army to becoming one of the fastest-rising names in HYROX.We dive into how the Army shaped Danny’s mindset, discipline, and mental toughness and how those traits helped him go from a 1:18 HYROX Pro debut to running sub-58 in less than a year. Danny opens up about military life, basic training, deployments to places like Kenya and Poland, the realities of Army culture, and why he ultimately made the tough decision to leave the military behind.00:00 – Intro 03:10 – Growing Up in a Military Family05:25 – Joining the Army17:05 – Army Culture24:20 – Rapid Progress: From 1:18 to Sub-6035:20 – Chasing Elite 1542:30 – Backyard Ultra, Injury & Setbacks49:00 – Racing Elite Doubles & Future Goals56:30 – Leaving the Army1:18:00 – Life Outside of Fitness1:25:00 – Training, Recovery & Daily Routine1:41:00 – What’s Next for Danny5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

London Marathon 2026 with Alfie Manthorpe, Hugo Fry & Jake Dearden 25.04.2026 1時間 21分

In this Episode we discuss the London Marathon 2026 with elite runner Alfie Manthorpe and championship marathon runner Hugo Fry who are aiming to get a 2h15m and 2h09m30s in the upcoming London Marathon. 00:00 – Intro 02:15 – Championship vs Elite Start Explained 04:18 – Carb Loading & Pre-Race Nutrition Talk 08:59 – Shakeout Runs, Drills & Race Morning Routine 14:21 – Race Goals & Predicted Marathon Times 19:25 – Elite Men & Women Predictions / Shoe Tech Talk 22:04 – Heat Training, Saunas & Ice Baths 27:42 – Marathon Training Hacks & Treadmill Sessions 34:04 – Hardest Marathon Workouts of the Block 40:50 – The Bigger Goal: Olympics, Social Media & Running Careers5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coach Jonathan Bullough - #20 24.04.2026 2時間 34分

Todays Podcast episode is with Jake Deardens long time coach Jonathan Bullough.Jonathan Bullough is a movement specialist who’s spent over a decade refining how people train, move, and recover. From the art of perfect movement to the philosophy of never losing, only learning, Jon shares the principles that have shaped his coaching and his life. The pair unpack what it truly takes to stay pain-free, perform at a high level, and find purpose in both victory and failure.00:00:00 – Intro00:02:00 – Jon's Background00:06:30 – Jon’s coaching philosophy00:10:00 – How fixing movement cured Jake’s chronic pain00:20:00 – Balancing obsession, loneliness, and purpose as an athlete00:31:00 – Jon’s athletic past — football, CrossFit, and finding his real calling00:45:00 – Mindset01:02:00 – What makes a truly great coach and how to find one01:38:00 – The three pillars of recovery: food, sleep, and rest balance5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Heaton - #19 21.04.2026 1時間 54分

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Heaton to dive deep into his journey from a shy, creative kid to co-founding one of the UK’s biggest fashion brands. He opens up about the early days of building the business, the reality of scaling to a global level, and why he still works harder than ever despite success. We also get into his mindset, fitness routine, creative process, and even some wild stories from LA trips to late-night conspiracy theories. 00:00 – Intro 08:30 – Childhood, Creativity & Early Personality18:30 – Starting the Brand & First Designs30:00 – Building the Business from Scratch45:00 – LA Trips58:00 – Scaling to a Global Brand 1:12:00 – Working Hard1:25:00 – Fitness Routine & Staying Disciplined1:38:00 – Art & Creative Life Outside Work1:50:00 – Aliens, Conspiracies & Quickfire questions5% off 247 Represent - Use code: JAKE247https://uk.representclo.com/collectio...BPN supplements - 10% off, Use code: JAKE:https://www.bareperformancenutrition.comWhoop — 1 month free:https://join.whoop.com/gb/en/Jakedearden Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.