ATW. Dream. Believe. Achieve.

In this episode we talk to Phil Knight, the man behind the camera at ATW events. Often found chasing athletes around, sometimes in the water, on the bike or on the run course Phil is the one responsible for the weekly event videos that go out the same day as the event. In this episode we discuss what it’s like to be behind the camera, how to get in the videos and how filming these events has inspired him.

In this episode of the Dream Believe Achieve podcast, host James interviews Ross Clark, an accomplished triathlete and coach. Ross shares his journey from rugby to triathlon, detailing his first Ironman experience and the impact it had on his athletic career. He discusses his aspirations to compete in Kona, the Ironman World Championships, and how he transitioned into coaching, building a successful business around it. Ross emphasizes the importance of a balanced training plan, the benefits of having a coach, and his future goals as he prepares for the arrival of twins.

Tony isn’t afraid to dream big and chase unique challenges in the endurance space. He has completed the longest single event triathlon, the most sprint duathlon legs completed in 24 hours and most sprint triathlon distances completed on consecutive days. Tony does this to show his children that normal people can do extraordinary things and to raise money for charity. In this episode Tony deep dives into these challenges and what makes him tick.

Josh is one of our medics often found at the finish line of an ATW event. In this episode we break down your triathlon or run to see what the medics see most often in each discipline, how you can help yourself race healthily and what adaptations you can make in the heat.

Josh is a nutritionist specialising in mens health and is on a mission to educate people about what a healthy diet actually looks like. Here’s the thing, it’s not about being perfect 100% of the time, rather it’s about being constantly imperfect and getting 1% better every day. This insightful episode covers everything from diets, to why we get a stitch to what it’s like being a man in a female heavy career.

Adam Hough is a regular ATW runner and can often be found at the pointy end of the races but his love for sport doesn’t stop there, Adam can often be found on the startling of hybrid events such as Deca and Spartan. In this podcast he discusses his journey to becoming a runner and how his hybrid training uplifts his performances.

Charlotte Cook grew up a figure skater, competing internationally and travelling worldwide doing shows. There was a dark side to the sport though as she developed an eating disorder trying to keep up with the aesthetics of the sport. It wasn’t until she stepped away and turned to endurance sports that she healed her relationship with food and exercise. Now Charlotte competes in running events and triathlons and has her eyes set on a full distance triathlon.

Fran Berry shares her inspiring journey through sports, her battle with a rare tumour, and her resilience in overcoming life-changing challenges. In 2020 Fran was diagnosed with a dermoid fibrzomatosis tumour and in 2023 had her leg amputated. Fran has been on an incredible journey and this episode shares the highs and lows as well as her aspirations for the future.

Chantal Mendes shares her inspiring journey into triathlon, managing ADHD, and her efforts to support women in the sport. Discover how her background in dance, her diagnosis of ADHD, and her passion for helping others have shaped her athletic and community endeavors.

Hattie is a social media influencer and has to balance her own training with capturing content on a daily basis. Hattie has completed a half marathon and competed in Hyrox but now she’s stepping up to a new challenge, a triathlon.

In this episode, Gregor shares his journey from Hyrox to preparing for a triathlon, highlighting training strategies, mental resilience, and the crossover benefits of different fitness disciplines.

In this episode, Luke shares his incredible journey from professional football to ultra-endurance challenges, battling depression, and ultimately finding purpose through adventure and mental health work. His story highlights resilience, self-discovery, and the importance of mental well-being.

Issy Hayes shares her inspiring journey from a young athlete to competing in world-class triathlons, overcoming injuries, and balancing training with academics. She offers valuable insights for aspiring triathletes and discusses the importance of support, resilience, and enjoying the sport.

In this powerful and honest episode, Lee opens up about receiving his autism and ADHD diagnoses, overcoming addiction, and how giving up drink and drugs transformed his life. Lee shares the role running has played in his recovery, from taking on the London Marathon for the National Autistic Society to becoming a familiar face at ATW Events. We also discuss the importance of making events more inclusive.

In August 2022 Sarah had a stroke whilst at work, in the months that followed Sarah had to learn to walk again. When asked what her goals were she replied to run, cycle and row again. Sarahs story is one of determination and in 2026 she completed her first ever triathlon, a testament to the work she put in. Sarah now works as a physio on a stroke ward and devotes her time to giving back to those in a similar position.

Dave shares his journey from boxing to triathlon, highlighting the importance of community support, versatility in sports, and the passion that drives him to encourage others into active lifestyles. Dave recounts his first races and the coaches that instilled his determination and community first approach into his outlook on life.

In this episode of the ATW Dream Believe Achieve Podcast, we welcome Emily, better known as running_emz on Instagram, for an honest and inspiring conversation about running, resilience, and living with chronic health conditions. Emily shares her journey of being diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), explaining how these conditions affect her day-to-day life and the unique challenges they present when it comes to training and racing. She opens up about adapting her running, listening to her body, and finding ways to continue pursuing the sport she loves despite the obstacles she faces.

Annie's remarkable journey began with an unexpected victory in her very first cross-country race, a moment that sparked a career that would see her compete at the highest level in both elite triathlon and duathlon. From representing Great Britain on the world stage to becoming a familiar voice in sport, Annie has built a reputation for excellence both as an athlete and as a commentator.

Clint has dedicated the last 6 years to his company EZ-Gainz, a triathlon company looking at making carbon add ons to improve streamlining on the bike and in the swim. Clint, a triathlete himself, is known for coming up with innovative ideas, testing them in wind tunnels and selling the products to the elite athletes.

Dan Fairbrother is going to be running the St Albans Half Marathon with a 30kg wheelie bin strapped to his back to raise money for Harper and Marlowe, twins from Stevenage living with cerebral palsy.