The Top Flight Show

In this episode of the Top Flight Show, hosts Rich Morrell and Chris Parr sit down with Indira Patel, a passionate advocate for female athletes and host of the podcast Fitter, Faster and Happier: The Female Runners Podcast.

They explore the challenges faced by girls in sport, the role schools play in inspiring participation, and the urgent need for better support and resources for female athletes. Indira also opens up about her own journey as a runner, what motivated her to launch her podcast, and why community and collaboration are so vital for driving change.

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The Top Flight Series makes its debut this weekend at The Cheshire Half at the famous Capesthorne Hall! 

In this episode, Rich Morrell and Chris Parr give you an inside look at the course! They also get into the recent performances of friend of the show Cameron Boyek and chat about the power of social media in athletics and the explosion of teams sharing content!

With only four fixtures left in the 2025 Top Flight series, who will come out on top?

In the male race, multiple winner Omar Ahmed battles Richard Allen and J...

In this episode of The Top Flight Show, host Rich Morrell and Race Director Chris Parr are joined by Olympian Alex Bell for an inspiring and insightful conversation.

Alex opens up about her transition from track to road racing, the training adjustments she has made, and the challenges of managing injuries while increasing mileage. She shares her thoughts on the atmosphere of London races, the motivation behind road racing, and her excitement for what lies ahead in her career.

The discussion also explores the importance of bringing more women into the sport, the potential of...

In this episode of the Top Flight Show, host Rich Morrell is joined by Chris Parr and Cameron Allan to dive into the journey from shorter-distance racing to the marathon. They break down why you can’t just “blag” a marathon, the respect the distance demands, and the significant adjustments athletes must make when stepping up in mileage.

The discussion covers the unique challenges of marathon training, from building consistent habits to balancing endurance with race day strategy. They explore how the marathon truly is a race of two halves, testing both the body and the mind and wh...

In this episode of the Top Flight Show, host Rich Morrell is joined by Race Director Chris Parr and special guest Cameron Allan. They share personal updates, reflect on recent running events, and dive into performance analyses of standout athletes like Alex Bell, who’s transitioning impressively from middle distance to road racing and Ben Connor, who’s applied lessons from past races to refine his tactics.

Highlights:

🏃‍♂️ How the body changes over time and adapts to training
🏅 Key athlete performances and tactical improvements
🎙️ Why commentary is essential for an exciting viewing experience

They also di...

In this episode of the Top Flight Show, host Rich Morrell and race director Chris Parr sit down with Cameron Allen, a standout in the UK running scene.

Cameron opens up about his athletic journey — from winning a school cross-country race that kick-started it all, to representing Great Britain on the international stage. The trio discuss his time in America, the pressures of performance, and the emotional toll of burnout that led him to step away from the sport.

They explore the coaching influences that shaped his path, how he balances 55–60 mile training weeks with ever...

🏃‍♂️ In this episode of Top Flight Unfiltered, Chris Parr, Rich Morrell, and Cameron Boyek dive deep into the barriers that define elite athletics — from the legendary four-minute mile to the elusive sub-two-hour marathon. They break down Faith Kipyegon's bold attempt to go sub-4, what it means for women's middle-distance running, and why some records spark more public interest than others.

🔍 Topics Covered:

Why the four-minute mile remains iconic

The realism behind Faith Kipyegon's historic attempt

How world records shape athletic ambition

The science of pacing, nutrition, and performance

Could a su...

In this episode of The Top Flight Show, hosts Chris Parr, Rich Morrell, and Cameron Boyek dive deep into the evolution of running events in the Northeast of England. From reviving road racing traditions to building inclusive, competitive events, they explore what makes the region a powerhouse of UK athletics.

💬 Topics discussed:

The personal rewards of being an MC at events

How community stories bring meaning to race day

The unseen work behind organising successful races

Pride in revitalising road racing in the Northeast

How course logistics aff...

In this episode, host Richard Morrell & regular Chris Parr welcome back Cameron Boyek, fresh from training in the U.S. after recovering from an Achilles injury. 

They dive into the highs and lows of altitude training in Albuquerque, the strategy behind race course selection, and what it takes to build a world-class running event. Cameron opens up about recovery, motivation, and why atmosphere matters just as much as performance.

💡 Topics covered:

Comeback after injury & U.S. training insights

The pros & cons of altitude training

How race courses impact logistics & perf...

In this episode of the Top Flight Show Recap Podcast, we break down all the action from our biggest event yet — the Top Flight CTS 5K at Battersea Park! With an elite field of over 250 runners, the atmosphere was electric as Olympians Ben Connor, Phil Sesemann, and Alexandra Bell battled it out over a fast and furious 5K.

We discuss standout performances, race tactics, and what made this CTS event our most exciting yet. Whether you were on the start line, cheering from the sidelines, or just love the UK running scene, this is the episode for yo...

In this episode of The Top Flight Show, we’re joined by Dr. Greg Whyte, an Olympian, world-renowned sports scientist, and endurance expert, to explore the game-changing role of collagen in injury prevention and athletic recovery. 🏃‍♂️💥

From elite performance to everyday training, Dr. Whyte breaks down the science and gives practical advice that every athlete should hear.

🔍 What you’ll learn:

The types of collagen and their roles in the body

Why timing matters when it comes to supplementation

How to integrate collagen into your nutrition and recovery routine

The impact...

In this episode of The Top Flight Show, host Richard Morrell is joined by Top Flight race director Chris Parr and Stacey Smith for a jam-packed conversation covering everything from training updates to upcoming race action. 🏃‍♀️💬

💥 Here’s what’s in store:

Personal updates from the team, including training, prep & racing plans

A full preview of the Battersea Park 5K— one of the UK’s fastest and most iconic courses

Highlights from the Shettleston 10K

How athletes are bagging BIG prize money across the series

A look at the growth of the To...

This week on The Top Flight Show, Richard Morrell is joined by Chris Parr and Stacey Smith for a deep dive into the current landscape of UK athletics. From elite performances to grassroots growth, it’s all on the table. 🇬🇧🔥

They shine a spotlight on Jake Dearden hyping up Top Flight and unpack why the British Milers Club (BMC) is so vital in raising the standard for middle-distance running.

👉 Plus, we preview the upcoming BMC Jarrow meet, the next big event in the Top Flight race series. Expect fast times, fierce competition, and a serious showcase of UK...

🎙️ Top Flight Unfiltered

In this episode, we’re diving into something that’s got the whole sports world talking — the Enhanced Games, a new event headed to Las Vegas where athletes can openly use performance-enhancing drugs. Yep, you read that right.

We break down what this means for the future of sports, from the ethics and athlete safety - Is this the evolution of athletics, or are we crossing a line?

We also touch on:

In this episode of Top Flight Unfiltered, Stacey Smith and Chris Parr break down the Shettleston 10K and welcome guest Jonathan Cartwright from Beet It, a company focused on beetroot nitrate supplementation for endurance athletes.

They explore the science and practical use of beetroot for performance, offering insights for runners of all levels.

Listen for,

* 🧃 The science behind beetroot nitrate and its role in endurance performance
* 📏 Why standardised dosing matters for effectiveness
* 🧠 Common concerns and misconceptions about nitrate supplementation
* 🏃‍♂️ Real-world examples from elite and amateur athletes
* 🛠️ How to integrate beetroot j...

The team discuss and review Battersea and Quayside events plus a preview of our first Scottish event - Shettleston and the first Top Flight BMC Track Meet for 2025. 

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The team discuss training camps, hitting the trails, Grand Slam Jamaica vs Diamond League, Alex Yee's You Tube and his London marathon debut. 

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The Top Flight Unfiltered Podcast Episode 2 🚀


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The Top Flight Unfiltered Podcast Episode 1 🚀

The team discuss banned substances, the controversial return of Shelby Hoolihan and 15 year old wonderkid Per August Halle Haugen.

00:00 Start
2:28 - Shelby Hoolihan
12:00 - Clean athletes, banned substances
17:00 - Per August Halle Haugen
29:00 - Running a marathon in flip-flops
31:00 - Carbon plated running shoes
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