In this deeply personal and energising episode of the Fit for Life podcast, host Martin Sharp is joined by long-time friend and ultra-marathon runner Gabriel Flores.

Together, they explore how running and mindset can become essential tools for overcoming adversity, building resilience, and thriving under pressure in running, business and life.

From completing a triple marathon challenge to navigating elite ultra events like the Thames Path 100 and the Spartathlon, Martin and Gabriel unpack the high-performance habits and mental frameworks that support long-term success, even in the face of burnout, fear or uncertainty.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

🏃‍♂️How Gabriel turned personal trauma into a mission for impact

🏃‍♂️The role of running in reclaiming control during life’s hardest moments

🏃‍♂️Why consistency beats motivation for long-term change

🏃‍♂️The science of fatigue, fuelling and mental endurance

🏃‍♂️How to balance ambition with sustainability — in work and wellness

🏃‍♂️Training tactics for busy professionals (even those who “hate running”)

🏃‍♂️Body Glide, parmesan cheese, and the truth about chafing

🏃‍♂️Why burnout mirrors “hitting the wall” — and how to stay in the race

🏃‍♂️How building a support network creates lasting transformation

🏃‍♂️Real talk on failure, flow state, and embracing discomfort

This episode is not just about running — it’s about developing the mental toughness and self-awareness needed to perform consistently under pressure, whether scaling a business or tackling a personal challenge.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube.

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This episode of the Fit for Life podcast features a power-packed conversation between host Martin Sharp and special guest Claire Fudge, a clinical dietitian, high-performance nutritionist and coach to elite athletes and ambitious professionals.

If you're a busy business owner, executive, or high-performing professional, this is your essential guide to optimising energy, health, and productivity through smarter nutrition and personal strategy.

Whether you’re running marathons or million-pound projects, Claire shares evidence-based tools that help you fuel your body and mind for success, without burnout.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• 🔋How to fuel for strength, endurance and business resilience

• 🔋Why under-fuelling is the silent killer of energy and performance

• 🔋The link between poor nutrition and poor business decisions

• 🔋Creating sustainable habits

• 🔋How your personal health directly impacts your professional success

• 🔋Using business planning tools (like 90-day cycles) to transform your health

• 🔋The maintenance myth—and how to avoid the “yo-yo” trap

• 🔋Spotting the red flags in diet culture, supplements and weight loss drugs

• 🔋The power of consistency over perfection in training, eating, and leading

Claire and Martin also explore why performance nutrition isn’t just for athletes—it’s for anyone who wants to lead at the top of their game. Packed with actionable insights and real-life examples from business leaders, this episode is your playbook for high-performance living.

Whether you’re tired of burnout, overwhelmed by your schedule or simply want to fuel yourself better for life, this conversation will shift your perspective—and give you practical strategies to take control.

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Inspired by Martin’s journey? Join us on our next big adventure — climbing Mount Kilimanjaro this September! 🌍⛰️👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/martin-sharp-88934563443--------In the final episode of Season 3, Martin and Dominic bring the running-themed series to a close with a deep dive into methodology, exploring how busy professionals, business owners and consultants can design and sustain a performance-driven routine, even with packed schedules and competing priorities.This episode is all about building a practical, sustainable method for achieving your health and performance goals without adding overwhelm.We explore:🏃‍♂️How to build a running or training plan that complements—not competes with—your work schedule🏃‍♂️Why method beats motivation, and how to stay consistent despite curveballs🏃‍♂️Real-life planning strategies for high-achieving professionals (including weekend-only training and time-slotting around cancelled meetings)🏃‍♂️How to monitor progress and adjust without scrapping the plan🏃‍♂️The danger of perfectionism and how to avoid failure by designing flexibility into your method🏃‍♂️Why celebrating even small process goals helps maintain long-term momentum🏃‍♂️How to align your fitness method with business planning frameworks like 90-day cyclesMartin shares how he balances marathon training with leading multiple businesses, client consulting, and family life—and why planning smarter, not working harder, is key to both physical and professional success.If you're ambitious, feeling time-poor and know that fitness and performance need to fit your world (not the other way around), this episode will give you the mindset, structure, and tools to build a method that works.🔗 Whether you’re preparing for a marathon or looking to reclaim your health while running a business, this episode is yours.------👉 Subscribe and follow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music👉 Learn more or get in touch: hello@sharpfitforlife.com👉 Support Martin’s marathon fundraiser for Teenage Cancer Trust – https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/martin-sharp -----BONUSInspired by Martin’s journey? Join us on our next big adventure — climbing Mount Kilimanjaro this September! 🌍⛰️👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/martin-sharp-88934563443----Follow our socials:https://www.facebook.com/SharpFitForLifehttps://www.facebook.com/MartinSharpUK1 https://www.instagram.com/martinsharpuk/https://www.instagram.com/sharpfitforlife/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDkvikS2-NhlwGq3n4idiwghttps://x.com/martinsharpukhttps://x.com/SharpFitForLife https://uk.linkedin.com/in/martinsharp#FitForBusiness #LifePerformance #RunningPlan #FitnessMethod #BusyProfessionalFitness #SharpFitForLife #BusinessBodyNetwork #MarathonTraining #GoalSetting #TimeManagement #RunningRoutine #HealthAndSuccess #PlanToSucceed #RunSmart #PerformanceMindset #RunningJourney #TrainingStrategy #SuccessBegetsSuccess #90DayPlan #CelebrateWins

In this episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness explore the importance of monitoring your progress and listening to your body, both in running and in life. From wearables and smart rings to hand-written training logs. They unpack the tools and techniques that help track performance, spot trends, and make smarter decisions.

Whether you’re a data lover, a weekend runner or someone looking to level up your health and business performance, this episode gives you a full-circle view on how to merge tech, intuition and consistency for long-term results.

Topics covered include:

🏃‍♂️The role of smart devices like the Apple Watch, Oura Ring, and Garmin

🏃‍♂️What to monitor during and after your runs: cadence, heart rate, pace ect

🏃‍♂️How to track sleep, recovery, mood, and injuries

🏃‍♂️Why your internal signals are just as important as external metrics

🏃‍♂️The power of blending technology and intuition to build resilience, and performance for longevity

Run smarter. Live better. Listen in.

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In this episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness dive into the vital — and often underestimated — topic of moderation. With a special focus on running, they explore how proper rest, recovery, and mindset can make or break your progress. Whether it's understanding the power of quality sleep, scheduling workouts to fit your week, or giving yourself permission to pause, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for high-performing professionals who want to stay both physically sharp and mentally resilient.

You’ll learn:

• ⌘Why rest is not optional but essential for long-term success in both business and training.

• ⌘How sleep and circadian rhythm affect recovery and mental clarity.

• ⌘The importance of listening to your body — especially during intense weeks.

• ⌘Why experimentation and personalisation are key to any fitness or wellness plan.

Expect real talk, relatable stories and insightful takeaways — all wrapped in this energising and honest conversation on balance, performance, and living fit for life.

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Triple Marathon Challenge Complete! In this milestone episode of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, host Martin Sharp reflects on completing his incredible Triple Marathon Challenge, finishing strong at the Leeds Jane Tomlinson Run For All Marathon.

Join Martin and co-host Dominic Furness as they unpack:

• 🥇 What it felt like to cross the final finish line

• 💪 How nutrition, mindset & support networks powered his success

• 🧠 The highs, lows, and lessons from running three marathons in 2 weeks

• 🥵 What it's like to push through mile 20 when your body says NO

• 🏃 How this journey has reshaped Martin’s long-term training outlook

• 🍭 Plus: running costumes, jelly babies, inflatable cows & a glimpse at what’s next!

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In this marathon training-focused episode of the Fit for Business & Life podcast, Martin Sharp and Dominic Furness discuss movement, breaking down what it really takes to train for a marathon and how you can apply the same principles to elevate your personal and professional performance.

Martin shares hard-earned insights from completing two of his three marathons in just two weeks, including how he’s used structured plans, strength training, stretching and recovery routines to build resilience.

Whether you’re a runner, a busy executive looking to stay fit, or just starting your fitness journey, this episode is packed with practical lessons, entertaining moments and movement strategies you can actually use.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

🏃‍♂️Why varied training beats repetitive running for lasting progress

🎙️The surprising science behind tired legs and performance gains

🏃‍♂️How yoga, mobility, and flexibility prevent burnout (even for “non-bendy” bodies)

🎙️The role of strength and conditioning in endurance success

🏃‍♂️How small consistent habits create big physical and mental changes

🎙️Pushing through setbacks, adapting workouts and staying motivated

Ideal for consultants, entrepreneurs and professionals seeking to build resilience, improve energy and stay focused in life and business.

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In this second Marathon Special of the Fit for Business and Life podcast, Martin Sharp shares the experience of completing his second of three marathons in just two weeks: the Milton Keynes Marathon with co-host Dominic Furness. Following the excitement and record-breaking energy of London, Martin dives into what it took to recover, re-focus, and run again, all while raising money for Teenage Cancer Trust.

This episode is packed with performance insights, personal stories, and practical tips for busy professionals aiming to push their physical and mental limits through endurance challenges. Whether you're an amateur runner, seasoned athlete, or simply love hearing how people test their limits, this one delivers.

What to expect in this episode:

• The transition from London to Milton Keynes Marathon: fatigue, recovery, and mindset

• How active recovery plays a role in back-to-back marathons

• Nutrition, hydration and supplement tweaks for better performance

• The power of a personalised fueling strategy (featuring jelly babies, gels, and crisps!)

• Crowd atmosphere and support stories from the day

• Lessons learned from marathon #2 and how it impacts Martin's strategy for Leeds

• Reflections on progress, motivation, and redefining personal bests

Martin also reflects on the bigger picture behind his "Couch to 3 marathons in 14 months" challenge, raising money and awareness for Teenage Cancer Trust.

Support Martin's 3-marathon challenge: https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/martin-sharp

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