The GOGCast

In the second part of the Chris Bennet story, we talk about the Pan Celtic Race that takes part every year. Chris tells us about the race into France and back to Llandudno. Not forgetting Rocky's clock as well as Michelle and John talking nonsence

In this first episode of two John & Michelle talk running Psychology and what goes through our minds on Ultra's. We give all the latest GOG news and speak to GoG's own social Media man Chris Bennett about the Pan Celtic race that he has recently completed. He spoke for so long that the next GoGcast will be a continuation of the story...more to come.

What goes through your mind when you run? How do you actually deal with being out running for 16 hours or more and how do you get through the bad bits? John and Michelle chat Phsychology and some of the situations they have found themselves in.

Chris Bennett recently completed the Pan Celtic race on his Bike. What exactly is it, how did he do it and how do you deal with the tiredness and emotions it throws at you. Well you'll actually have to wait for the next episode for that as he tells us the story of the lead up and some of the events he has done. Humorous and interesting ( something that may have never been said about Chris!), you'll enjoy every moment of his story.

Meet the Marathon men and women from GOG's.

We interview three GOG's who have recently completed Marathons:

Bryn Philips, won the ballot entry for the London Marathon in the GOG draw.

Sarah Ellwood, Ran her first Marathon, the Rob Burrow Leeds marathon

Gareth Jones, ran London, his fourth race and the only Marathon not to be the Eryri marathon !

Along with endless chatter and nonsense from Michelle and John, hear how they went about it, trained for it and how they got on on the day.

In this episode Ed Flood from Trail Pursuit speaks to the GOGCast about the events they have put on around the country and the Activity breaks around Europe

We make special mention of the Strive Festival due to take place in Adventure Parc Snowdonia, Dolgarrog, North Wales and what that consists of. Amongst other entertainment, live music and talks over the weekend there is also a Half Marathon Trail run and a 10k trail. Both of these are beginner friendly and involve trail runs around the lower foothills of Eryri National Park( Snowdonia).

This is the second part of the Mark Hemsley Story, Mark talks about running during Covid, his ability to forget about nutrition. Some incredibly long races and swimming a long way when he can't really swim!

*** Mark is a double brutal Ironman finisher and has run Ultra Marathons as well as taken part in ultra swimming. He's a member of GOG Triathlon and regularly races locally***

In this, the first half of the Mark Hemsley story we hear about his adventures around the world, from cheating death by spider bite, crashing on the most dangerous roads in the world and narrowly missing being on the beach when the Tsunami hit.

Mark takes us around the world with his storytelling, finding new species of frogs in the Jungle and running away from a Columbian cartel.

Mark tells us about his childhood and we hear about the influence his late father had on his life in an emotional rollercoaster that will bring a tear to most hardened of listeners.

Mark has a way of telling his story that is both humorous and riveting and it is because of this that this episode is one not to be missed.

*** Mark is a double brutal Ironman finisher and has run Ultra Marathons as well as taken part in ultra swimming. He's a member of GOG Triathlon and regularly races locally***

In this episode Michelle & John interview Rupert Bonington the owner of the 'Mountain Fuel' brand of sports nutrition. He tells us all about the products available, how they are so important to pre race, race and recovery, when to use them and some of the science behind them. He gives us some Vouchers that someone can win ( listen to hear how) and a discount code for all our GOG Members.

We chat about the previous year and our favourite parts and John plays a couple of his favourite clips from the GOGcast. 

We find out what's going on over xmas and the new year and how to get involved and finally we chat about the GOG Black Tie event held recently at the Imperial Hotel in Llandudno. There's a few 'Clippets' from the night but make sure you listen to the end for some special performances.

In this episode we chat to Geri & Bleddyn Evans, GoGs and a married couple who recently completed Ironman Cymru - We talk to them about how they both managed to get through the training whilst working full time and looking after a family. They give us their different ways of coping and training and tell us the good bits and the bad bits. We hear about the lead up and the day itself when the race was nearly cancelled due to Her Majesty's passing. They give us their tips for completing an Ironman and Bleddyn explains why a dominos Pizza isn't always the best preparation. It's a great listen and just shows that actually ' Anything IS Possible'.

John & Michelle talk recent events, including Marathon Eryri, an iconic race and one of the hardest marathons in the country taking in the views around Yr Wyddfa ( or Snowdon). We name drop Huw Jack Brassington and how we nearly stopped him from making the start of the race and give a massive shout out to all the incredible support!

The GOG black tie event is discussed and how The GoGCast will be there chatting to you all ready for the December podcast. We look forward to the Conwy Half Marathon.

Hope you enjoy it.

We start this episode with a Tribute to Lucy John who was tragically killed whilst out on her Bike after a collision with a Vehicle #shewasonlyridingherbike

There is a just giving page set up in her memory at - https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/aaron-davies-5?utm_term=WeZjnGzPG

John & Michelle talk about John's hatred of cross country having just ran that day and doff their caps to those that run at Newton X Country.

We talk through the latest results and especially the Cascais Ironman 70.3 in Portugal that some GOG's competed in. We also discuss the Welsh series as GOG Triathlon are once again SUPER Series Winners after a stunning performance by the club members at the AAH Llandudno Triathlon.

We have a fantastic interview with GOG Paula Stevens, who despite suffering both physically and mentally with the Menopause, trained and competed at Ironman Wales recently. She tells us how the Menopause affected her and how she got through it to become an Ironman. She talks training, effects of her and the family and takes us through the race itself. She has a go at Rocky's Clock ( the least said about that the better though.) An inspiring listen from an Inspiring person.

It's nearly the GOG Xmas event and the chairman Rocky Roxburgh ( Rhian Roxburgh's husband) make a few appearances during the show plugging the event.

In this episode we pay homage to those GOG's that took part recently in Ironman Wales at Tenby, all 7  ( Bleddyn & Geri Evans, Paula  Stevens, Chris Beardmore, Carlo Galeotti, Kevin Evans and Ian Cummins) becoming an Ironman. In fact the whole episode it dedicate to ultra this and ultra that ! touching on the Brutal Event and how Mark Hemsley took on the double brutal and beat it ! We chat about the Always Aim High Sandman triathlon and the Abedovey Swim.

Chelle and Myself chat about our recent experience running 100km at the Equinox 24 race down at Grantham, Belvoir castle ( strangely enough pronounced 'Beaver Castle ), we give a race review and chat about the weekend which was incredible.

Finally John chats to Ceri Hughes our intrepid GOG Explorer who recently completed both the Chester Ultra and the Snowdon Ultra. She tells us about her life travelling the world, the places she has been, how to dry your cycling pants on a fan and how to cycle in snow. She chats about her experience completing the Camino de Santiago Trail and other incredible journeys cycling, walking and Ultra Running!

It's a great episode even if I do say so myself and Ceri tells some brilliant stories.

In this slightly covid hampered episode we chat to TV personality, Author, Journalist, Podcaster, Adventurer, Age group qualifier and parent, Louise Minchin. Louise talks us through how she got from the breakfast TV couch to qualifying for the World Age group triathlon championships. She gives us a exciting insight into what she has being doing since appearing in 'I'm a Celebrity, get me out of here' and rest isn't one of those things! From a bike ride across Patagonia to Norseman and more. She introduces her podcasts : 

'Her Spirit' podcast puts her on a mission to inspire women everywhere to live a healthier, happier life. In these podcasts you will hear from phenomenal women in the world of sport and business, expert coaches and Her Spirit community members as they share their desires, vulnerabilities and spirited ways.Her Spirit believes in inspiring EVERY woman to become fitter, stronger and healthier. Focuses on females. https://open.spotify.com/show/0kaFKbLcBS7e4YDp6kxSsu?si=3ed4a762516b4432

Whether you’re an elite or everyday athlete at home, it can be hard to continually progress. How do you push yourself out of your comfort zone and find that inner drive to get real results? In this podcast series, journalist and endurance athlete Louise Minchin sits down with superhumans who have done extraordinary things, to learn what it takes - mentally and physically - to go again (and again).  https://open.spotify.com/show/1uXS7oNhAYc4MbIX8roctU?si=b52f13ea70114d9c

Not forgetting her wonderful book ' Dare To Tri'- My Journey from the BBC Breakfast Sofa to GB Team Triathlete

So thankful to Louise for making time to appear on theGOGCast.

In other segments, Michelle and John go through some results and also give a review of the Southport Standard distance Triathlon which they recently completed.

In this episode Michelle & John chat about what they've been uptown including the Edge Hill University Sprint Triathlon and 'Chelle's Latest Fell race around the Coledale Horseshoe. We chat the latest great results by GOGs and have a new spot answering nutrition questions.

The guest this month is the 'G Unit' himself, Mr Geran Hughes, a coach, GOG and generally funny bloke. Listen to his stories about fighting a pig, climbing walls and winning races dressed as a woman. He gives great advice on motivation and training and tells us about his time as an GB Age Group triathlete and how he represented GB when he was younger alongside greats such as Linford Christie and Steve Backley.

Enjoy the episode and don't forget to give us 5 stars and a great review if you enjoy it. Next episode out the third Friday of June at 6pm.

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In this episode we chat to the Director of Always Aim High Events, Tim Lloyd. We chat all about his background and how AAH came about. We discuss the events they put on and the intricacies of putting a large event on. We talk cost and the environmental challenges event organisers face and how AAH are approaching these. Tim takes the 'Rocky's Clock' challenge.

In the intro Michelle and John chat nonsense as usual and go through all the recent results GOG's have achieved. 

We have a couple of shout out, chatting GOG Llanrwst Sprint Triathlon on the 3rd July and the need to enter, as well as that we need Marshall's, so if you can volunteer then go to the GOG Triathlon page and post or message.

We give a shout out to James Simpson one of our GOG Members who is cycling from London to Paris with the Paul’s House to Paris Cycle 2022 event run by “Young Lives v Cancer”.

James and approx. 50 riders will cycle in total of 250 miles over 3 days. 12-15 May 2022 and is raising money for “Young Lives v Cancer”.

2 years ago James personally experienced a cancer scare.  After hospital tests, scans and 3 operations, a tumour was  removed from just above his heart. James was left struggling to breath. Luckily his tumour turned out to be benign but unfortunately after the last  operation he was left with a paralysed right diaphragm.  Finding breathing extremely difficult James has made a remarkable recovery and is training hard for his cycling challenge.

The charity is very close to his heart with his 6-year-old niece also going through a cancer scare.  It was the worst time in his life to date and he wishes to support and fundraise for this very special and much needed charity.  Any support for his cycling challenge would be greatly appreciated. Here is the fundraising link.  https://rb.gy/9zlhy7

Finally we tell you all about the next episode and that there will be a gog guest and we'll be talking about the Myths of Sports Nutrition. If you have any questions contact us on our website www.thegogcast.com or through Facebook at thegogcast.  #thegogcast #gogtriathlon #bestkitinwales

In this epidsode John & Michelle talk about all the recent events the GOG family have participated in including Ceri Hughes' epic 50 Mile Chester Ultra. We go back and discuss some of the responses to the question we asked about Pre Race nerves and how people deal with them.

Our main guest in Mark Dodgson who is a Deca Ironman as well as completing and winning The Triple Brutal Triathlon and a host of other Ultra distance events. He tells us his story about participating in some of the most brutal Epic events a triathlete can take on, how he trained, his nutrition and describes the ups and downs of the events.

Its a story that needs listening too and will give you an insight to why a triathlete wants to go further and longer and how his mind works.

In this bonus episode we carry on from the last episode where we were meeting the hosts of #thegogcast. In this one Michelle speaks to her hubby, John about how he got into Triathlon and Ultra running.

He chats about his experiences having accidents abroad and at home as well as what brought him all the way to doing a Ironman 70.3 and an Ultra Trail Marathon. You'll hear what happens on a cycle holiday in Turkey and how he got through the down times on his ultra. How a 70.3 was far from straightforward even from the day before and how it went from bad to worse on the day. John competes against #rockysclock

We talk about Anglesey half marathon and the Dolgarrog pipe dream and mention other events happening soon.

In our latest episode we Interview GOG member, Coach and Wifey to the Host, Michelle Farrell.

Michelle is an Age group Triathlete as well as taking part in Road racing, Fell running, Trail running and Cross Country. She tells us how she got into Triathlon and how she came about joining GOG's and loves to wear the #bestkitinwales. She tells us all about the Chester Diva Standard Triathlon and her unfortunate experiences during it as well as how she came from a background of Couch to 5k ( C25K) and drinking fizz whilst racing, all the way to running multiple marathons with the target of Ultra's in the future. See how she get's on with Rocky's Clock! All in a humorous and lively chat, where she gets ribbed continuously for picking her races to win even if they are fun runs!

We chat about the Nick Beer 10k Memorial Race in Llandudno and some of the great results for our members and discuss nerves before races and how we deal with them and the importance of recognising them

There's lots of shout outs for members and postmen.

Part 2/2 of two featuring Your Host John will be in the next podcast ( Episode 6) as we ran out of time because Michelle talks too much !

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In this episode John interviews Mr Simon 'Rocky' Roxburgh, the Chairman of GOG Triathlon. We hear all about his life and how he came to form The GOG's. We could have gone on all night but I wanted to talk about me as well ! Enjoy #gogtriathlon #thegogcast

It's the relaunch of the popular GOGCast from GOG triathlon with your hosts John & Michelle Farrell . This is the intro podcast to start the new series.

We explain who we are and introduce the GOGCast format to the listeners. We tell you all about GOG Triathlon and how big the club is. We explain that we are Welsh Super series Winners and have the #bestkitinwales. The club is for everyone and is a community based club catering for beginners to experienced Triathletes and doesn't only cover Triathlon. We have Ultra Runners, Cross Country runners, Swimmers, Cyclists, Marathoners and fun runners as well as those that take part in all sorts of distances.

John & Michelle chat about the Running Show that took place last weekend and how cool it was meeting Susie Chan, Scott Juke, Damian Hall and others and big up the Bad Boy Running Podcast. 

We tell you who the next guest will be and introduce 'Rocky's Clock' challenge

We tell you all how to get in touch and positively beg you to comment on the GOGCast through Instagram: #thegogcast, Facebook: @thegogcast, Twitter: thegogcast, on the website www.thegogcast.com and by email thegogcast@gmail.com