🎙️ Episode Overview

• I share an update on my training and return from injury.
• I talk about looking at events and challenges for the year ahead, and why I need planning time before committing.
• I explain how I break down goals, use journaling to track alignment, and why structure helps me stay on course.
• I apologize for the planned guest not being on this episode — diaries got away from us, but they’ll be on soon. Let me know who you’d love to hear on the show.

🏃 Training & Planning

• First runs back after injury — what they’ve taught me.
• The importance of breaking down goals into manageable steps.
• Journaling as a tool to track progress and check alignment.
• Weekly check‑ins: am I moving closer to where I want to be, or drifting?

🚴 Running vs Cycling Balance

• Loving both sports, but time is limited.
• Reframing the challenge as gratitude instead of frustration.
• Recognizing the privilege of having multiple passions.

🙏 Gratitude Practices (inspired by Excellence, Actually)

• Gratitude builds resilience and psychological flexibility.
• It helps avoid burnout and grounds us in the present.
• It strengthens identity by focusing on values, not just results.
• Practical tools:
• Daily journaling with specific gratitude entries.
• Gratitude runs or rides — noticing what’s good.
• Narrative reframing during tough patches.
• Expressing appreciation to teammates, volunteers, and supporters.
• I share a set of journaling prompts listeners can use right away.

📣 Community & Coaching

• Reminder to like, rate, and subscribe to the show.
• Share the episode with anyone who might benefit — that’s how we grow the West Coast Ultra community.
• 👉 I now have space for more athletes - if you’d like coaching support to break down your goals, stay accountable, and build consistency, you can find me on Team RunRun: David Taylor – Glasgow Running Coach.

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In this episode, I dive into the theme of consistency — both in the small, everyday habits and in the bigger picture of long-term resilience. I talk about how showing up, even when it’s hard, builds strength not just in ultrarunning but in life. I also explore the idea of impermanence: tough times don’t last, and if we keep going, we’ll get through them.

I give a shoutout to my athlete Bert, who won a race at the weekend. Bert’s been on the podcast before, and his win is a brilliant example of what consistency looks like in action.

I also reflect on Scotland qualifying for the World Cup finals. Now, I’m not trying to do one of those “lessons from football” posts you see all over LinkedIn — but there’s something powerful about just keeping going, even when the odds are against you.

I share my own journey of coming back from injury and those first runs back. They’re small steps, but they’re forward steps. I talk about how we can reframe setbacks: focusing on what we can do, adjusting expectations, and setting new goals.

I also explain why I’m swapping my annual 100K run for a very long bike ride this year — simply because it’s difficult. And I tie this into Jack Daniels’ teaching that you lose far less fitness than you think, especially if you’re cross-training.

• Consistency in the micro (daily habits) and macro (long-term resilience)
• Impermanence: tough times don’t last, but consistency helps us endure them
• Scotland’s World Cup qualification as a story of persistence
• Injury recovery: reframing setbacks and celebrating small wins
• Cross-training and fitness retention

I coach athletes of all levels through Team RunRun, helping them bring consistency into their training and prepare for their biggest goals. If you’d like to work with me, you can find me on Team RunRun or Instagram @davidultrarunner.

If you enjoy the show, please like, share, and rate The West Coast Ultra Podcast. It helps more runners discover the community and keeps the conversation growing.

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Hope you love the feet photo and doesn't make you puke (that's what 44 hours on them does)

In this episode of The West Coast Ultra Podcast, I share an honest update on my Achilles injury and talk about how I’m using cross training to stay strong while I’m off running. I know how frustrating injuries can be, and I dive into the emotional side of being sidelined — the fear, the loss of identity, and the isolation that many of us feel.

I also break down the practical side:

• How I’m structuring my cross training sessions to mimic running workouts
• The benefits of cycling, swimming, strength, and mobility work during recovery
• Why injuries can actually be the perfect time to fix weaknesses and come back stronger

I’ll share some of my own experiences, as well as insights from coaching athletes who’ve returned better than ever after setbacks.

If you’re dealing with an injury or want to train smarter, this episode is for you.

Coaching Promo: I coach athletes of all levels through Team RunRun, and you can also catch me on Instagram @davidultrarunner. If you’d like support navigating your own training or recovery, I’d love to help.

Call to Action:If you enjoy the show, please rate and review The West Coast Ultra Podcast. It helps more runners discover the content and join our community.

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