Ricky Lightfoot's guest appearances

Ricky Lightfoot

Bad Boy Running

Trail Talk SA

Sweat Elite Podcast

Big Feed up HQ

RunPod

Scott Mills and Chris Stark

Bob Graham Sounds

The Big Run 

The Firefighters Podcast

Matt Goss

Bob Graham

Ed Gamble

Nicky Spinks

Keith Lemon

Joe Wicks

Peter Andre

Rickey Gates

Curtis Pritchard

Alex Hutchinson

Jason Bell

Angela Scanlon

Eddie Izzard

Dan Walker

Brian Cox

OwlTail

Ricky Lightfoot is a firefighter &amp; British runner who has been a world champion in trail running and a medallist.Here is a few of his stats: Medalist in the World Long Distance Mountain Running Challenge, Three Peaks Race, Wasdale, Borrowdale, Ennerdale, Three Shires and Skiddaw, He won the Lakeland Classics Trophy series in 2007 and 2015. Internationally he won the Zegama-Aizkorri race in 2009, finished third in that season’s Skyrunner World Series. He was also third in the World Long Distance Mountain Running Challenge that year when the event was incorporated into the Kaisermarathon in Söll. He won the Hammer Trail in Denmark, his first ultramarathon, in 2012. In 2013, he won the IAU Trail World Championships when the competition was held in Llanrwst. Also that year, he won the Trail du Colorado in Réunion and the Otter Trail Run in South Africa.In 2014, he was victorious at the Dodo Trail in Mauritius and the following year he won the Ultra SkyMarathon Madeira. He has also been sponsored by Salomon since 2008 and most recently In 2022, he won the Man versus Horse Marathon yes you read that right VS A HORSEFind Ricky on his Instagram HEREbasically he is a BEAST.... enjoy listening Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon CrewA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingHAIX Footwear Support the ongoing work of the podcast by clicking HEREPlease subscribe to the podcast on YoutubeEnter our monthly giveaways on the following platformsFacebookInstagramPlease support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

Ricky Lightfoot is a firefighter &amp; British runner who has been a world champion in trail running and a medallist. Here is a few of his stats: Medalist in the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Long_Distance_Mountain_Running_Challenge" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">World Long Distance Mountain Running Challenge</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Peaks_Race" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Three Peaks Race</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wasdale_Fell_Race" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wasdale</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borrowdale_Fell_Race" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Borrowdale</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ennerdale_Horseshoe_Fell_Race" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ennerdale</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Shires_Fell_Race" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Three Shires</a> and Skiddaw, He won the Lakeland Classics Trophy series in 2007 and 2015. Internationally he won the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zegama-Aizkorri" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zegama-Aizkorri</a> race in 2009, finished third in that season’s <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skyrunner_World_Series" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Skyrunner World Series</a>. He was also third in the World Long Distance Mountain Running Challenge that year when the event was incorporated into the Kaisermarathon in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%B6ll" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Söll</a>. He won the Hammer Trail in Denmark, his first <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultramarathon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ultramarathon</a>, in 2012. In 2013, he won the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IAU_Trail_World_Championships" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IAU Trail World Championships</a> when the competition was held in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Llanrwst" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Llanrwst</a>. Also that year, he won the Trail du Colorado in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R%C3%A9union" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Réunion</a> and the Otter Trail Run in South Africa.In 2014, he was victorious at the Dodo Trail in <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mauritius" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mauritius</a> and the following year he won the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultra_SkyMarathon_Madeira" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ultra SkyMarathon Madeira</a>. He has also been sponsored by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salomon_Group" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Salomon</a> since 2008 and most recently In 2022, he won the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man_versus_Horse_Marathon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Man versus Horse Marathon</a> yes you read that right VS A HORSE Find Ricky on his Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/rickylightfoot?igshid=MmJiY2I4NDBkZg==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>basically he is a BEAST.... enjoy listening Please support the podcast and its future by clicking <a href="https://www.patreon.com/tffpc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> and joining our Patreon CrewA big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode. <a href="https://www.goretexprofessional.com/industries/workwear" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GORE-TEX Professional Clothing</a> <a href="https://www.haix.co.uk/?gclid=CjwKCAjwyIKJBhBPEiwAu7zllwK6hwlsrD0wWH44oh_bvdH-6Bt0MWIDgfhhrrWrBY7lTVQj8JQWsRoCs5EQAvD_BwE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HAIX Footwear</a> <a href="https://app.fitr.training/p/fffstrength" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> Support the ongoing work of the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.patreon.com/tffpc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> Please subscribe to the podcast on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNRdwUjlVfbstsrHpaBp2DQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Youtube</a> Enter our monthly giveaways on the following platforms <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thefirefighterspodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_firefighters_podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Please support the podcast and its future by clicking <a href="https://www.patreon.com/tffpc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> and joining our Patreon Crew

#234 Ricky Lightfoot

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Ep 395 | RIcky Lightfoot - The Firefighting Fell Running Champion

Bob Greenough

Runners and… Horses? Unite! In today’s episode of Runpod we’ve got two very special guests Bob Greenough and Ricky Lightfoot who are going to talk to us about one of the most unique races you could ever sign up for…Man vs Horse.This internationally acclaimed event began in June 1980 following a chat over a pint, and has now galloped its way into the hearts of hundreds of runners looking to win a jackpot amount of money.If you one day fancy running over mountainous terrain, and trying to beat a horse’s PB…you won’t want to miss this one.

Runners and… Horses? Unite! In today’s episode of Runpod we’ve got two very special guests Bob Greenough and Ricky Lightfoot who are going to talk to us about one of the most unique races you could ever sign up for…Man vs Horse. This internationally acclaimed event began in June 1980 following a chat over a pint, and has now galloped its way into the hearts of hundreds of runners looking to win a jackpot amount of money. If you one day fancy running over mountainous terrain, and trying to beat a horse’s PB…you won’t want to miss this one.

Ricky Lightfoot & Bob Greenough

Kate Phillips

Scott and Chris set-up your weekend with big laughs and great guests. Today they chat to Mika, actress Kate Phillips plays the Upside Down Quiz and they also meet Ricky Lightfoot, the man that can out-run a horse. Plus, a classic Kid Review as Josh listens to his grandparents' Simply Red CD.

Mika, Ricky Lightfoot and Kate Phillips

Ricky Lightfoot is a trail and fell runner from the Northern Britain. Over the years he has raced in and won some of the most prestigious trail and ultra races in the world whilst balancing life as a firefighter and a father. Ricky joins us on the Sweat Elite Podcast to discuss his life running the fells of England, as well as across the globe. We delve into his experiences in some of his stand-out races, as well as his recent participation in the Salomon Phantasm 24 which was a 24-hour four-person relay to celebrate the launch of Salomon’s new carbon plated road shoe, the Phantasm CF. We also speak a lot about the rich history and culture of fell running in the UK, as well as the famous Bob Graham Round. Ricky shares a lot of great insights into training and racing on the trails and it was a pleasure to have this conversation with him.

Ricky Lightfoot is a trail and fell runner from the Northern Britain. Over the years he has raced in and won some of the most prestigious trail and ultra races in the world whilst balancing life as a firefighter and a father. Ricky joins us on the Sweat Elite Podcast to discuss his life running the fells of England, as well as across the globe. We delve into his experiences in some of his stand-out races, as well as his recent participation in the Salomon Phantasm 24 which was a 24-hour four-person relay to celebrate the launch of Salomon’s new carbon plated road shoe, the Phantasm CF. We also speak a lot about the rich history and culture of fell running in the UK, as well as the famous Bob Graham Round. Ricky shares a lot of great insights into training and racing on the trails and it was a pleasure to have this conversation with him.

#75 - Ricky Lightfoot

On a recce weekend with Mark, Beany &amp; Matt, Bob meets elite Cumbrian fell runner Ricky Lightfoot to try and glean some of his local knowledge &amp; experience of the Bob Graham. There are big questions for Bob to ponder after the weekend, the answer is definitely not cycling, but it might be vinegar. With […]

Episode 9c: Ricky Lightfoot

Ricky Lightfoot is Dad / A Runner / A Fireman / A Lover Of The Lake District.It was a pleasure speaking with him about how he got into running and how he trains around work and family life.He is very humble and incredible at running:https://trailrunnermag.com/video/fell-runner-ricky-lightfoot.htmlKeep up with Ricky if you can:https://instagram.com/rickylightfoot?utm_source=ig_profile_share&amp;igshid=1v5byx0bij8sgThe Races Ricky spoke about:https://www.threepeaksrace.org/https://itra.run/page/425/2019_TWC_-_Trilhos_dos_Abutres.htmlAs always lovely people if you like the show please share it with someone.

Ricky Lightfoot is Dad / A Runner / A Fireman / A Lover Of The Lake District. It was a pleasure speaking with him about how he got into running and how he trains around work and family life. He is very humble and incredible at running: <a href="https://trailrunnermag.com/video/fell-runner-ricky-lightfoot.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailrunnermag.com/video/fell-runner-ricky-lightfoot.html</a> Keep up with Ricky if you can: <a href="https://instagram.com/rickylightfoot?utm_source=ig_profile_share&amp;igshid=1v5byx0bij8sg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://instagram.com/rickylightfoot?utm_source=ig_profile_share&amp;igshid=1v5byx0bij8sg</a> The Races Ricky spoke about: <a href="https://www.threepeaksrace.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.threepeaksrace.org/</a> https://itra.run/page/425/2019_TWC_-_Trilhos_dos_Abutres.html As always lovely people if you like the show please share it with someone.

Fell Running / If You Want Something Bad Enough You Will Find A Way To Do It With Ricky LightFoot

Last weekend saw a seriously impressive performance from Ricky Lightfoot to claim the 2013 Otter African Trail Run title. This week on episode 9 of Tail Talk SA:Brad managed to catch up with the 2013 Trail Running World Champion Ricky Lightfoot following his win at the Otter. Ricky spoke about how close he came to not actually running because a missed flight. The pair also spoke at length about Ricky’s thoughts on the Otter as well as South Africa as a whole. Brad also touched on Ricky’s World title that he won in Wales as well as what he hopes to achieve in the future and then finally Brad asked Ricky if he was going to return to defend his title in 2014 and if he thought he could go faster.Gavin Grobbelaar, the organiser of the Highveld Summer Trail Challenge joins us to chat about the upcoming race on 6 October. As discussed on the show if you would like to enter or find out more about the series you can visit the Multisport Basement on line here.If you would like to subscribe to our weekly podcast on iTunes here or on RSS feed by clicking here. You can also be in touch via email or following us on Twitter or Like Run Talk SA on Facebook.   Read more

Last weekend saw a seriously impressive performance from Ricky Lightfoot to claim the 2013 Otter African Trail Run title. This week on episode 9 of Tail Talk SA:Brad managed to catch up with the 2013 Trail Running World Champion Ricky Lightfoot following his win at the Otter. Ricky spoke about how close he came to not actually running because a missed flight. The pair also spoke at length about Ricky’s thoughts on the Otter as well as South Africa as a whole. Brad also touched on Ricky’s World title that he won in Wales as well as what he hopes to achieve in the future and then finally Brad asked Ricky if he was going to return to defend his title in 2014 and if he thought he could go faster.Gavin Grobbelaar, the organiser of the Highveld Summer Trail Challenge joins us to chat about the upcoming race on 6 October. As discussed on the show if you would like to enter or find out more about the series you can visit the Multisport Basement on line here.If you would like to subscribe to our weekly podcast on iTunes here or on RSS feed by clicking here. You can also be in touch via email or following us on Twitter or Like Run Talk SA on Facebook.   <a href="http://talkfeed.co.za/trailtalksa9/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read more</a>