Richard Askwith ~ author of the fell running classic ‘Feet in the Clouds’

<p>Richard generously shares his journey as a journalist, writer and runner. Turns out that running was rather transformative for Richard, influencing his writing and career. May well have started with an appearance in Chariots of Fire... (<a href="https://www.pressreader.com/uk/runners-world-uk/20210701/281689732728013">read here</a>).</p> <p>We met when Richard was co-host of a running/writing retreat in 2019 with <a href="http://thewayoftherunner.com/">Adharanand Finn</a>. It was a terrific weekend with the group remaining in touch. I was really excited to ask Richard to join me on the podcast.</p> <p>What is it about running that makes it such an important part of our lives?</p> <p>Different running philosophies ~ results v the process... and longevity&nbsp;</p> <p>A southerner who tries and tries to do the Bob Graham Round (BGR) and the succeeds - what is this ultra running challenge all about?</p> <p>On writing -- maybe start by calling yourself a writer and other useful insights into the art&nbsp;</p> <p>Emil Zátopek - heading off to the Czech Republic to write a book and learning the language</p> <p>You can find Richard's books on his <a href="https://richardaskwith.co.uk/">website</a> and he is on <a href="https://twitter.com/richardaskwith">Twitter</a>. But don't expect too many tweets :)&nbsp;</p>