The Wild Path Podcast
If you are feeling discontent and disconnected. Like you aren't yourself anymore. Feeling unhealthy, unhappy and not enjoying the reality of your life. Maybe something needs to change.
Maybe the path you have taken isn't the one which will lead to health, happiness and ultimately contentment.
Coach Ollie McCarthy aims to explore all facets of human performance. From exercise, diet and mindset. Through to connection, potential and purpose. Making you question what you really want out of life. And giving you permission to go against the grain and forge your own path to health and happiness.
The path less trodden. The Wild Path.
Episodes
46 episodes
London Marathon 2026- why I'm retiring from marathons
This week we talk about London Marathon 2026.Why I fell out of love with the training.And what kept me going until the big day.
Leaving Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and returning to "normal" life
In this episode we cover leaving NICU.What our reality looked like when we got home.How it affected me further on down the line.And what life looks like now.
Being a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Dad
Today we talk about being a NICU Dad and the three months we spent in NICU.
Becoming a NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) Dad
This is the first of a 3 part series that covers my turbulent journey into fatherhood.And how I became a NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) Dad.
Fasting and walking- a game changer?
Today I talk about a simple method I have been using to get in better shape.And why it could be really useful for anyone who is time poor but wants to improve how they look and feel.
The Harsh Reality
Today we talk about the harsh reality of what happens when you neglect your health and fitness long term.Why it matters.And what you need to get started in changing things.
What is the Wild Path?
Today I talk about what The Wild Path is.Why it came into existence.And what to expect from he podcast moving forwards.
From burnout to the bike with Alex Else
Todays conversation is with Alex Else.Alex is a client of mine who got in touch during a period of burnout which made him question everything.We talk over what got him to this position, how he got through it and why cycling has gi...
Running changed my life with Mike Gillespie
In todays episode we speak to Mike Gillespie.Mike is a client of mine who I have worked with for the past 3 years.In this very open and honest conversation we speak about his problems with alcohol and processing his emotions.<...
From 10kms to 100 miles with Joe Thomas
Joe was a client of mine who came on board with the intention of running a 100 mile ultra marathon.Before this he had only ever run 10km.And to qualify for this race he had to run a marathon then 50 miler.This is the story ...
Using running to explore and create with Leo Wyndham
This week on Training to Endure we talk to Leo Wyndham who is singer and guitarist for Palace.We talk about how running has become such an important part of life.How he uses it to explore on tour.And also how he uses it cre...
Falling off a mountain and finding the way back again with Hillary Allen
In 2017 Hillary Allen was rated the Number 1 Sky Runner in the world.As she finished her last race of the season with ambitions to win the race and world series, the unimaginable happened and she fell 150 feet (45 meters) off a ridge li...
How I am training for London Marathon 2026
In this episode we explore how I plan to run London Marathon 2026:- What my running programme will look like.- How I plan to strength train alongside the running.- What mobility I will be doing.How I plan to do this ...
I am running London Marathon 2026
On this episode I talk all things London Marathon.- How I got in.- Why I feel now is the right time to do a race like this.- What I plan to get out of the day.Plus more.If you want to keep up with my training ...
Running 20+ marathons with Nutritional Therapist Janie Perry
This week we talk to Janie Perry.Janie is a Nutritional Therapist and marathon runner.We discuss what it takes physically and mentally to run 20+ marathons.How at 55 she feels she is constantly improving.Why nutritio...
Are you shrinking or are you growing?
Todays episode is all about how endurance can help your physical and mental growth.And why recently I challenged one of my clients on a decision they made because I believed it wasn't in their best interested.Plus some of the late...
Becoming a kettlebell world champion with Gareth Malloy
This week on training to Endure we speak to Gareth Malloy on how he became a Kettlebell world champion in the Pentathlon.This involves completing exercises for a set time with the ambition of scoring as high as possible.A sport ...
Dealing with running injuries
Today we cover injuries.I talk over an injury I had that put me out for 6 months and how I went about recovering and rehabbing.We also cover:- Why injuries happen- What to do if you get injured- How to mitigat...
Why you should run naked
Today I'm going to talk about naked running.Which admittedly is not exactly as it sounds.I talk over:- Benefits of naked running- How to do it- Why you should do itHope ...
How to make 2025 your best year yet
On todays episode we cover how to make 2025 your best year yet.We talk through:- Reflections on 2024.- How to plan for big goals in 2025.- What can help you get ahead when taking on a BIG challenge.Hope you enjoy...
How to combine strength training with your running.
The latest episode of Training to Endure covers how you can combine strength training and running without the need to tell everyone your a hybrid athlete.....It looks at the way I have been training clients for years.<...
Beachy Head half marathon, fatherhood and the future of the podcast.
This week on Training to Endure, I explain where I have been and what I have been doing for the last few months.Plus talk about the Beachy Head half marathon which I recently ran after minimal training.Lastly I talk...
Finances and Fitness with Justin Waller
A slight different episode this week.We are joined by Justin Waller who is a financial coach who also has an epic podcast called "The Money Mile" (make sure you check it out.)He helps people balance their financial goals along w...
