The West Coast Ultra Podcast is a weekly trail and ultra-running podcast filled with tales of ordinary people doing some extraordinary things.
Host David talks about his latest adventures, training, coaching, and races, as well as conversations with a variety of runners who share their running stories, tips and tricks.
If you are looking for coaching then reach out to David for an initial conversation here: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-irvine-scotland-running-coach/
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In this special collaboration episode of The West Coast Ultra Podcast, I'm joined by a fellow endurance athlete from Bundle Associates for a wide-ranging conversation that spans everything from elite beer mile racing to mountain ultramarathons, military leadership and performance mindset coaching.
We explore the unique world of competitive beer miling, including the rules, tactics and what it takes to stand on the podium at the Beer Mile World Classic, before diving deep into the realities of ultramarathon preparation, the pursuit of the legendary Bob Graham Round and the lessons endurance sport teaches us about resilience.
We also discuss my military background, how it shaped my coaching philosophy, training for mountainous events while living on Scotland's flat west coast, managing hydration and sodium during long races, and why I'm bringing cold exposure back into my recovery routine.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, your first ultra, or simply looking to build a more resilient mindset, there's plenty here to take away.
In this episode we discuss:
What it takes to compete at the Beer Mile World Classic
My journey from 50k races straight through to 100 miles
Why rugged mountain ultras appeal more than flat races
Long-term goal of the Bob Graham Round
Seven years as an Army officer and how military service shaped my approach to leadership
Building confidence, resilience and belief through mindset coaching
Training for big mountain descents when you live somewhere flat
Using downhill conditioning to prepare muscles for race day
Sweat rates, sodium loss and avoiding hyponatraemia
Cold plunges, cold-water hand immersion and recovery strategies
Why endurance performance is often won and lost between the ears
Connect with David and Hayden
Website: Team RunRun Coach Profile: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach/ and https://teamrunrun.com/?s=hayden
Instagram: @davidultrarunner
Video Youtub episode on Bunnell and Associates: https://youtu.be/1pOIUUT4Ito?si=oh6IFo3icmdKTFuo
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30 Oct 2026
Ultra England: The the race that never was
At 10pm on the night before Ultra England, I received the news that the race had been cancelled.
After months of training, planning and preparation, the race I'd built my season around simply wasn't happening.
In this episode, I talk honestly about the disappointment that followed, how I've managed the mental side of having a major goal disappear overnight, and why I don't believe the training was wasted.
I also share how I've approached the first week back, the thinking behind the sessions I've chosen, and the process I've used to reshape the remainder of the year. We discuss potential next targets, including Glen Ogle, why I've entered Ardgartan as a fitness benchmark, and how events like the Ayrshire 100k social run fit into the bigger picture.
If you've ever had a race cancelled, suffered an injury before an A-race, or seen a major goal fall apart at the last minute, this episode is for you.
The race may not have happened, but the fitness, lessons and resilience built throughout the process remain.
Coaching
I'm currently taking on a small number of additional coaching athletes.
Whether you're looking to complete your first ultra, step up in distance, improve race performances, build consistency in training, or simply train smarter around work and family commitments, I'd love to hear from you.
Drop me a message through social media @davidultrarunner or on your coaching page at: https://teamrunrun.com/coach/david-taylor-glasgow-running-coach/
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23 Oct 2026
Race ready?
With Ultra England fast approaching, I sit down for a solo episode to share where my head is at following my recent trip to Malta and how I'm approaching the final phase of race preparation.
I talk about why races can sometimes feel like they're getting in the way of training, the importance of trusting the work that's already been done, and how I prepare for an ultra long before I reach the start line.
From course recces and pacing strategy to nutrition, fuelling and kit choices, I take you behind the scenes of the decisions I'm making ahead of race day and explain the thinking behind them.
Whether you're preparing for your first ultra or your next big challenge, I hope there's something in this episode that helps you approach your training and racing with a little more confidence.
If you'd like support with your own running goals, coaching enquiries are always welcome.
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