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UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews
Hosted by High Performance · EN
Welcome to UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews, the #1 podcast for runners.
Every Monday Spencer speaks to world-class athletes, coaches and experts about the habits, training methods and mindset behind elite performance, featuring guests like Mo Farah, Alistair Brownlee and Stephen Scullion.
From sprints, to 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and marathon distances we dive deep into the ways that you can run faster, longer and smash your PB’s.
On Thursdays Spencer is joined by expert Physiologist Oli Patrick to breakdown the science behind the latest health and fitness topics like sleep, zone training, caffeine and more.
Whether you’re just starting out, chasing a new PB, or simply trying to become fitter and healthier, UNTAPPED is here to help you untap your potential.
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How To Run a 5K PB, HYROX Controversy & Olympic Heartbreak | Holly Archer
Today00:47:08Tap to summarizeEuropean Indoor silver medalist Holly Archer redefines what it actually means to be an "elite" athlete. Far from just medals and fast times, Holly breaks down the gruelling reality of juggling a demanding career with world-class training, an exhausting balancing act that leaves everyday athletes showing up to the start line under-fuelled and mentally drained compared to the pros.In this conversation, Holly opens up about the devastating heartbreak of missing the Tokyo Olympics by a mere 0.02 seconds after months of total sacrifice. She explains how abandoning traditional training helped her run a six-minute marathon PB, proving that listening to your body can beat the perfect plan.Holly also addresses the intense online backlash from her recent HYROX penalty controversy, sharing a raw look at how she used the marathon to rebuild her confidence, silence the internet critics, and prove exactly where she belongs.Do Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Better Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-au Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-au Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Strength Unlocks Better Running And A Longer Life
4d ago00:29:33Tap to summarizeSpencer and Oli go deep on strength - why it’s become a big trend and essential training for top runners but also why it’s an indicator of overall health and longevity.Do Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-auBetter Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-au Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Secret Norwegian Training Method for Better Endurance
1w ago00:51:52Tap to summarizeWhat does it take to build strength and endurance at an elite level while facing chemotherapy?European Kayaking Champion Eivind Vold joins us to share the training philosophy and extraordinary athletic engine that make him one of the most remarkable hybrid athletes around. Within a year of chemotherapy, he ran a 2:39 marathon and benched 162.5kg.He explains how kayaking built elite strength and endurance at the same time, why cross country skiing became such a powerful aerobic base, and how he stayed focused after cancer diagnoses derailed Olympic dreams for both him and his brother. It is a remarkable conversation about resilience, performance and refusing to stop.Do Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-auBetter Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-au Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Carb Loading & Gels: What Runners Need To Know | Extra Mile
2w ago00:35:39Tap to summarizeSpencer and Oli break down the truth about carbs for runners: what carb loading actually does, why runners hit the wall, how glycogen fuels performance, and when gels really matter. They also explore zone two running, weight loss, gut training, and how everyday runners can build a healthier relationship with carbohydrates.Better Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-au Do Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-au Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mary McCarthy Debunks Over-Training Rumours, Stress Fracture Accident and Online Critique
2w ago01:11:12Tap to summarizeMary McCarthy isn't just a content creator who runs, she's putting down 60-mile weeks and running elite-level times without a professional setup.In this episode, she explains why she runs her easy days genuinely slow, treats the first 30K of a marathon as a warm-up before racing the final 12, and why your Strava heart rate zones are probably lying to you.She talks about fueling like her male training partners because under-eating is a direct route to injury, shares the brilliant story of overtaking her ex-boyfriend in the final 200 meters at Valencia without him even knowing, and addresses the criticism that comes with being a content creator running serious mileage.Her message to the critics: you can't judge someone's training from the outside, the same way you wouldn't judge someone else's relationship.Better Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-au Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-au Do Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Genetics Of Great Runners Explained | Extra Mile
3w ago00:27:52Tap to summarizeAre athletes born or built? This episode dives into the nature vs. nurture debate, exploring why the Human Genome Project proved there's no single gene for speed or disease, and why 99.1% of our DNA is identical.We break down how genes like ACTN3 can give elite athletes a head start in muscle repair and VO2 max, but never guarantee greatness. Through epigenetics, we reveal how your lifestyle and environment are the real switches, using Spencer's own journey from alcohol abuse to elite marathon runner as proof.The bottom line: for the average person, consistency beats genetics every time. Your DNA only becomes the deciding factor at the very top. Who you choose to be matters more than what you were born with.Better Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-auDo Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Harry Judd: From Rookie to Sub 3:10 Marathon & Best Running Shoes
3w ago01:01:01Tap to summarizeYou might not expect it, but Harry Judd is a seriously committed runner - and in this episode, he proves it. From marathons to intense speed work, he shares the strategies, training quirks, and passion that drive him to improve.We dig into pacing, fueling, and the science behind his runs, giving fellow runners a peek into a mindset that’s equal parts nerdy, disciplined, and infectious. Perfect for anyone who loves geeking out on running performance and training secrets.Harry will be playing Coach Bolton in Disney’s High School Musical at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre from 12 October 2026. Tickets on sale nowBetter Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-au Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-auDo Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now.Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Stress Ruins Your Fitness
4w ago00:34:38Tap to summarizeSpencer and Oli explore how stress really affects fitness, recovery and running performance.They unpack why stress isn’t just “in your head”, how everyday pressure can change your body, and why hard training can backfire when your system is already overloaded. From cortisol and sleep to Zone 2 runs, recovery, anxiety and allostatic load, this is a practical explainer on why runners need to think beyond miles, pace and workouts.Because sometimes the thing stopping you getting fitter isn’t your training plan — it’s the stress you’re carrying into it.Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-auBetter Help 👉 Join Matt in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/otm-betterhelp-auDo Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Stoltman Brothers On Calories, Carbs & The Truth About Strength
4w ago00:47:07Tap to summarizeWorld's Strongest Man champions Luke and Tom Stoltman join us to talk about what it actually takes to move half-ton weights, carry 180kg sandbags and complete the heaviest Atlas stone runs in history.But the most interesting part of this conversation isn't physical. Tom opens up about how working with a sports psychologist completely shifted his mindset from feeling breakable to becoming a champion, and how he turned his autism into a genuine superpower on the world stage.Luke shares how he has stayed mentally sharp and preserved muscle through a brutal leg break, why they save their max lifts for competition day only, and what fueling looks like when your body needs over a kilo of red meat every single day. This is a fascinating window into the lives of two brothers operating at the absolute edge of human strength.Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-auAG1 👉Head to http://drinkag1.com/untapped to save £20 on your first month, plus a free welcome kit, Vitamin D3 + K2 and five travel packsBetter Help 👉 Join Matt in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/otm-betterhelp-auDo Health 👉 For your long-term health. Head to https://highpfrmc.com/dohealth-ut-au to sign up nowRobinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Truth About Peptides: From Ozempic To The Wolverine Stack
May 2800:30:03Tap to summarizeSpencer and Oli unpack the fast-growing world of peptides — from Ozempic, Mounjaro and Retatrutide to the so-called “Wolverine Stack.” They explain what peptides actually are, why they’re becoming so popular, who they may genuinely help, and the risks of chasing performance, weight loss or longevity shortcuts too quickly. An honest look at one of the biggest health trends in the world right now.Better Help 👉 Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-au Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are Powering Hope Together. Click here to find out more: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-postcode-au WHOOP 👉 Join Spencer in untapping your own potential with 1 month free here: https://highpfrmc.com/UT-WHOOP-au3Robinhood 👉 Head to robinhood.com/untapped to get started and claim your free stock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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