What would you do if, at 18, you were told you might never walk again? For Esmée Gummer, that moment became the starting line - not the finish. In this episode, we sit down with one of the most positive and driven forces in the running world.

Esmée’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. After a life-altering medical diagnosis, she taught herself to walk again, then run, and eventually push her body and mind to the limits through marathons, ultra-endurance races, and SAS: Who Dares Wins. Now founder of The Say Yes Club, she helps others embrace discomfort and pursue goals they once thought impossible.

We dive into Esmée’s mindset, her approach to mental resilience, and why she is so passionate about helping others. Whether you're training for your first 5K or searching for motivation to overcome life's toughest setbacks, this conversation is packed with inspiration.

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It has been TWO YEARS since we recorded our first episode of 5 Miles Easy! In this episode, we look back at where we were, what’s changed (and what hasn’t), and what we’ve learned along the way - in training, racing, life, and podcasting.

We’re catching up on everything from Rose’s experience as a professional athlete and plans for altitude training, to Steph’s new coach and ultra goals, plus PBs, big life shifts, the lessons that hit hard, and the moments that made it all worth it. We also answer your questions!

Thank you for joining us for many rounds of 5 miles easy. Here's to the next stretch of the journey!

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We sit down with Olympic middle-distance athlete, Adelle Tracey, as she shares the journey of her running career and identity.

From a silver medal at the European Youth Olympics at just 16, to being selected by Dame Kelly Holmes as a London 2012 torchbearer, to finally stepping onto the Olympic stage in Paris 2024, we dive into the pivotal moments that shaped her career.

We talk about switching allegiances from GB to Jamaica, the sense of belonging that came with it, and what it meant to become the Jamaican 1500m champion and part of a historic first in the women’s 800m at the Nationals Champs.

We also explore the mental and emotional resilience required to stay at the top of elite sport, the reality of behind the scenes of professional athletics, and how she navigates tactical decision-making, setbacks, and the unique challenges of 800m/1500m racing.

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