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In this episode of the MindSight Podcast, we sit down with U18 European 800m bronze medallist and 1:49 runner Magnus Riddle. Magnus breaks down his unconventional training approach—running as little as 20km a week in peak season while cross-training on the bike—and shares what went down during the chaotic, physical European 800m final in Rieti. We also discuss recovering from a 3-month winter injury setback, building a lethal final kick, his controversial track hot takes, and his ambitions to break 1:47 and chase gold at the U20 European Championships. Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome back to MindSight & introducing Magnus Riddle 01:06 – Summer vs. winter mileage: running fast off 20km weeks05:07 – Background: moving from football and rugby to track07:57 – Breakthrough season & mastering the tactical 800m kick 13:55 – Target race planning & indoor season goals 18:01 – Introducing strength training & gym adjustments 20:38 – The 3-month winter injury & returning to racing 24:44 – A typical training week: sprint sessions, bike workouts & shakeouts 29:01 – Rieti European Championships: the call room, heat tactics & waiting around 35:40 – Breaking down the chaotic final, mid-race contact & the bronze appeal 43:44 – Dropping a 1:49.66 PB at Tooting Bec & looking ahead to U20 Euros 50:12 – Adidas partnership & favorite spikes 51:01 – Hot takes on the 800m & quickfire questions Follow Magnus:Instagram: @magw_riDon't forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment below with your thoughts on the episode!
