Beyond The Track Podcast
Beyond The Track Podcast
Podcast Description
We will be going beyond the tracks, delving into athletes’ stories, speaking with leading sports professionals whilst, bringing you the latest action from Wales and beyond. We hope you will leave each episode feeling inspired and better informed in the world of athletics and running.
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The podcast focuses on themes such as athlete journeys, sports culture, and performance analysis, with episodes spotlighting significant events like the Welsh Outdoor Junior Championships and discussions with sports icons like Colin Jackson and Jeremiah Azu. Each episode aims to inspire listeners by sharing personal stories, insights into training and competition, and the challenges athletes face.
We will be going beyond the tracks, delving into athletes’ stories, speaking with leading sports professionals whilst, bringing you the latest action from Wales and beyond. We hope you will leave each episode feeling inspired and better informed in the world of athletics and running.
In this episode of Beyond The Track, we’re joined by James Williams, CEO of Welsh Athletics, for an insightful conversation about the present and future of athletics in Wales.
James takes us behind the scenes of the sport’s development, reflecting on how athletics has evolved over the years and the key challenges that still need to be addressed for it to continue growing. From participation trends to the structures that support elite performance, he shares a candid perspective on what it takes to move the sport forward.
We also dive into the importance of grassroots athletics, the role clubs and communities play in nurturing the next generation, and how collaboration with other National Governing Bodies (NGBs) can help strengthen the wider sporting landscape.
Packed with honest insights, leadership perspective, and a real passion for the sport, this episode explores the barriers, opportunities, and big ideas shaping the future of athletics in Wales – and why the journey beyond the track matters more than ever.
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