UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews

UNTAPPED with Spencer Matthews

High Performance

Episodes 88
Avg. Duration 45m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.6 (8)
Since Jan 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Schedule
Every Few Days
Format
Episodic
Consistency
83%
Hosting
feeds.acast.com

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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

The Genetics Of Great Runners Explained | Extra Mile

Jun 11, 2026 27m

Are 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…

Harry Judd: From Rookie to Sub 3:10 Marathon & Best Running Shoes

Jun 08, 2026 1h 1m

You 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…

How Stress Ruins Your Fitness

Jun 04, 2026 34m

Spencer 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…

The Stoltman Brothers On Calories, Carbs & The Truth About Strength

Jun 01, 2026 47m

World'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…

The Truth About Peptides: From Ozempic To The Wolverine Stack

May 28, 2026 30m

Spencer 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…

4 Mistakes People Make When Hybrid Training | Fergus Crawley

May 25, 2026 49m

Fergus Crawley is a true hybrid athlete with a 500 pound squat, a 250 kilogram deadlift, a marathon under three hours ten and an Ironman under twelve hours.In this episode, he breaks down the four…

What Alcohol Really Does To Your Body | Extra Mile

May 21, 2026 28m

Spencer and Oli break down what alcohol really does to the brain and body.They explore what actually causes a hangover, how alcohol affects sleep, anxiety, confidence, performance and long-term…

Alfie Manthorpe's 5 Training Rules To Run Faster & Longer

May 18, 2026 42m

How do you build the engine for a 27:38 10km? Elite runner Alfie Manthorpe joins us to discuss why the secret isn't just in the miles, but in the mental commitment to the process. He explains why he…

The TRUTH About Zone Training

May 14, 2026 30m

Spencer and Oli break down what heart rate zones really mean, how they are often misunderstood and how you can train better using them.Postcode Lottery 👉 Discover how Postcode Lottery players are…

Super Shoe Secrets, Keely Hodgkinson & The Hardest Distance Race | Seb Coe

May 11, 2026 51m

Two-time Olympic champion Seb Coe breaks down the "Killing Zone", the brutal 500m–600m window he used to dismantle his rivals. He reveals how he pioneered the use of elite support teams, transforming…

Things Men Don't Say Out Loud

May 08, 2026 57m

Better Help 👉Join Spencer in Saying It Louder with 10% off Betterhelp Therapy. Click here: https://highpfrmc.com/ut-betterhelp-auThis special roundtable episode explores the vital role of mental…

Do Supplements Really Work? | Extra Mile

May 07, 2026 31m

Spencer and Oli unpack the confusing world of supplements. Do we really need them, or can we get everything from food?Oli explains the science behind some of the most talked-about supplements,…

Explaining The Sub-2 Marathon | Stephen Scullion

May 04, 2026 49m

History has been made. The London Marathon just witnessed the unthinkable as the sub-two-hour barrier was finally shattered in a race for the ages. Olympic marathoner Stephen Scullion returns for an…

Do Super Shoes Really Make You Faster? | Extra Mile

Apr 30, 2026 19m

After Sabastian Sawe's record breaking London Marathon win, and more runners than ever before breaking the 3 hour barrier, Spencer and Oli sit down to discuss the effect super shoes really have - and…

Hugo Fry's Tips for a 2.17 Marathon, Rice Obsession & Best Running Super Shoes

Apr 26, 2026 56m

Is your obsession with the finish line actually sabotaging your race?Elite endurance runner Hugo Fry has lived the highs of peak performance and the crushing lows of a blown race day. In this…

What Really Happens When You Sleep | Extra Mile

Apr 23, 2026 26m

Sleep isn’t just rest… it’s where everything happens. In this episode of Untapped: Extra Mile, Spencer Matthews and Oli Patrick break down the biggest myths around sleep — and what’s actually going…

Why Running Became Popular | Inside The London Marathon 2026

Apr 20, 2026 41m

Sam Browne (“Let’s Do This” Founder) joins the show to explore the explosion of modern running culture, from AI to how Nike and other big brands are trying to take over. He breaks down the London…

Caffeine Explained: Benefits, Risks, and Misconceptions

Apr 16, 2026 33m

Does your 9:00AM coffee habit actually work, or are you just falling for a well-marketed myth?This episode strips away the influencer trends to reveal the biological reality of caffeine. Oli Patrick…

10 Endurance Hacks from Ironman Record Holder | How To Build Stamina & Fitness

Apr 13, 2026 53m

World-record endurance athlete Sean Conway joins us to break down the complex mindset required for extreme challenges. He introduces his "Terrier and Monkey" theory for internal drive and explains…

The Health Metric Nobody Understands: VO2 Max Explained | Untapped Extra Mile

Apr 09, 2026 33m

Spencer and expert physiologist Oli Patrick break down the science behind the health and fitness trends shaping your feed, unveiling the truth and busting myths so you can train smarter.Real…

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