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P is for Pilates (BECAUSE YOGA DOESN'T START WITH A 'P"!!)
P IS FOR PILATES (BECAUSE YOGA DOESN'T START WITH A 'P"!!) Welcome to Episode 35 of P IS FOR PLOG. (yep.. abandoning the seasons!) With a guest! John a.k.a. @YouTubeTheRunningDutchman https://therunningdutchman.com/ A podcast where I talk about all things #plogging and related to my life as a professional plogger - yes I am trying to make a living from picking up trash on my daily runs!! Support me with a coffee? https://buymeacoffee.com/wayeoflife https://patreon.com/WayeofLife Wanna T-Shirt? https://wayeoflife.com/tshirts Plogging = Picking up Trash while running. I run a lot. This year I plan on running 5200 km a year, and picking up at least 50,000L of trash on those runs! MY INSTA: www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Today's episode is called P IS FOR PILATES with guest @YouTubeTheRunningDutchman I have known John for a few years now. Great guy. I invited him to run with me at Schoorl this year and do some filming. So.. perfect time to get on a podcast together! ====== As a sponsored athlete, many of the items or brands you see here may be as a direct result of them sponsoring my efforts in plogging and raising awareness for the environment. But are not paying me for this specific post Support me as a company (I really want corporations and brands to make this possible) - It is more than a logo on a shirt! https://www.wayeoflife.com/brands Affiliate links (you don't pay extra but the sales supports me - I get a bit of commission) - just ask me what I recommend X5 (my current favourite - 360cam) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRBKKY Ace Pro 2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Webcam (link 2 - I record the podcast with this) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/link-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Go 3S (the small one) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-3s?utm_term=INRBKKY More about me: www.wayeoflife.com www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Equipment used in the podcast RODE USB Podmic https://rode.com/en/microphones/usb/p... Insta360 Link2c https://store.insta360.com/product/link-2 Headphones https://www.marley.nl/positive-vibration-xl-anc.html
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E34 - P is for Person of the Year - (and the stress that comes from being nominated!)
P IS FOR PERSON OF THE YEAR Welcome to Episode 34 of P IS FOR PLOG. (yep.. abandoning the seasons!) A podcast where I talk about all things #plogging and related to my life as a professional plogger - yes I am trying to make a living from picking up trash on my daily runs!! Support me with a coffee? https://buymeacoffee.com/wayeoflife https://patreon.com/WayeofLife Wanna T-Shirt? https://wayeoflife.com/tshirts Plogging = Picking up Trash while running. I run a lot. This year I plan on running 5200 km a year, and picking up at least 50,000L of trash on those runs! MY INSTA: www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Today's episode is called P is for PERSON OF THE YEAR Today's podacst is talking about why I haven't done a podcast for a while and the stress I hav had around being nominated as a person of the year in Haarlem As a sponsored athlete, many of the items or brands you see here may be as a direct result of them sponsoring my efforts in plogging and raising awareness for the environment. But are not paying me for this specific post Support me as a company (I really want corporations and brands to make this possible) - It is more than a logo on a shirt! https://www.wayeoflife.com/brands Affiliate links (you don't pay extra but the sales supports me - I get a bit of commission) - just ask me what I recommend X5 (my current favourite - 360cam) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRBKKY Ace Pro 2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Webcam (link 2 - I record the podcast with this) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/link-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Go 3S (the small one) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-3s?utm_term=INRBKKY More about me: www.wayeoflife.com www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Equipment used in the podcast RODE USB Podmic https://rode.com/en/microphones/usb/p... Insta360 Link2c https://store.insta360.com/product/link-2 Headphones https://www.marley.nl/positive-vibration-xl-anc.html
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Egmond Halve Marathon - Bin There Done That! #plogging #collab
Een terugblik op mijn eerste event .. egmond halve marathon .. als sustainability ambassador voor Le Champion 💚 Ons doel is simpel: verandering inspireren. GENIET VAN DE RACE, ZORG VOOR HET PARCOURS. Dit is de eerste van zeven races waar we ons op gaan focussen. Ja, ik heb veel gels opgeraapt. Ja, ik heb afval op de grond gezien. Maar eerlijk is eerlijk: het was minder dan andere jaren. We gaan de goede kant op. En als we samenwerken, kunnen we het goede voorbeeld geven aan de rest van de wereld. Let’s do this 💪 Volgende stop: @groetuitschoorlrun . Zie ik je daar? 👉 Ik neem de bak mee! 🗑️🏃♂️ ..... A look back at my first event — Egmond Half Marathon — as sustainability ambassador for Le Champion 💚 Our goal is simple: to inspire change. ENJOY THE RACE, CARE FOR THE COURSE. This is the first of seven races we’ll be focusing on. Yes, I picked up a lot of gels. Yes, I saw litter on the ground. But honestly: it was less than in other years. We’re moving in the right direction. And if we work together, we can set the right example for the rest of the world. Let’s do this 💪 Next stop: @groetuitschoorlrun. Will I see you there? 👉 I’ll bring the bin! 🗑️🏃♂️
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S02E22 - P is for People - Trolls and nice people too
P IS FOR PEOPLE Welcome to Episode 22 SEASON 2 of P IS FOR PLOG. A podcast where I talk about all things #plogging and related to my life as a professional plogger - yes I am trying to make a living from picking up trash on my daily runs!! Support me with a coffee? https://buymeacoffee.com/wayeoflife https://patreon.com/WayeofLife Wanna T-Shirt? https://wayeoflife.com/tshirts Plogging = Picking up Trash while running. I run a lot. This year I plan on running 5200 km a year, and picking up at least 50,000L of trash on those runs! MY INSTA: www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Today's episode is called P is for PEOPLE Today's podacst is talking about trolls, and also positive interactions with people.. When you talk to people you always have to remember that two brains are involved As a sponsored athlete, many of the items or brands you see here may be as a direct result of them sponsoring my efforts in plogging and raising awareness for the environment. But are not paying me for this specific post Support me as a company (I really want corporations and brands to make this possible) - It is more than a logo on a shirt! https://www.wayeoflife.com/brands Affiliate links (you don't pay extra but the sales supports me - I get a bit of commission) - just ask me what I recommend X5 (my current favourite - 360cam) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRBKKY Ace Pro 2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Webcam (link 2 - I record the podcast with this) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/link-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Go 3S (the small one) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-3s?utm_term=INRBKKY More about me: www.wayeoflife.com www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Equipment used in the podcast RODE USB Podmic https://rode.com/en/microphones/usb/p... Insta360 Link2c https://store.insta360.com/product/link-2 Headphones https://www.marley.nl/positive-vibration-xl-anc.html
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I ran Amsterdam Marathon with a GIANT PAPER CUP on my back - to INSPIRE RUNNERS
On October 19th, 2025, I ran the 50th anniversary edition of the Amsterdam Marathon — but not just to race. I ran with a mission. This year, I teamed up with the race organisers, Le Champion, for a unique collaboration (#AD) aimed at encouraging runners to dispose of their gels, cups, and sponges responsibly. Instead of dropping waste on the course, runners could use the designated bins — or even the giant paper cup mounted on my back. In this video, I share the full story: • How this collaboration came to life • The race itself • Why 2025 feels like a real turning point for sustainability in running • And why I believe 2026 will be the year when cleanups and sustainability ambassadors become the new standard at races worldwide About Me: I’m Paul Waye, the world’s first truly professional plogger. I’ve been picking up trash while running since September 29th, 2011, and I’ve made it my life’s mission to inspire cleaner, more responsible races; one run at a time. AND TO HAVE FUN DOING IT - when you make sustainability fun, you make it sustainable Follow my journey: Instagram: instagram.com/wayeoflife Mission & story: wayeoflife.com
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S02E21 - P is for PAPER CUP - A Collab with Dam Tot Dam Loop
P IS FOR PAPER CUP - A Collab with Dam Tot Dam Loop Welcome to Episode 21 SEASON 2 of P IS FOR PLOG. A podcast where I talk about all things #plogging and related to my life as a professional plogger - yes I am trying to make a living from picking up trash on my daily runs!! Support me with a coffee? https://buymeacoffee.com/wayeoflife https://patreon.com/WayeofLife Wanna T-Shirt? https://wayeoflife.com/tshirts Plogging = Picking up Trash while running. I run a lot. This year I plan on running 5200 km a year, and picking up at least 50,000L of trash on those runs! MY INSTA: www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Today's episode is called P is for PAPER CUP So excited about this episode - it is my first really full on collab with a race organisation. This is not part of the collab, but I just want to share my experience and exactly what it all entaille to give you some insight. For DamTotDamLoop - I ran it twice with a giant 'paper cup' on my back to encourage runners to put their cups into the designated bins. https://www.nndamloop.nl/ https://www.lechampion.nl/ As a sponsored athlete, many of the items or brands you see here may be as a direct result of them sponsoring my efforts in plogging and raising awareness for the environment. But are not paying me for this specific post Support me as a company (I really want corporations and brands to make this possible) - It is more than a logo on a shirt! https://www.wayeoflife.com/brands Affiliate links (you don't pay extra but the sales supports me - I get a bit of commission) - just ask me what I recommend Summer Sale: https://store.insta360.com/campaign/2025-end-of-season-sale?utm_term=INRBKKY X5 (my current favourite - 360cam) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRBKKY Ace Pro 2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Webcam (link 2 - I record the podcast with this) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/link-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Go 3S (the small one) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-3s?utm_term=INRBKKY More about me: www.wayeoflife.com www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Equipment used in the podcast RODE USB Podmic https://rode.com/en/microphones/usb/p... Insta360 Link2c https://store.insta360.com/product/link-2 Headphones https://www.marley.nl/positive-vibration-xl-anc.html
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S02E20 - P is for PAIN - A podcast talking about running and picking up trash as a job
P IS FOR PAUL'S PAIN Welcome to Episode 20 SEASON 2 of P IS FOR PLOG. A podcast where I talk about all things #plogging and related to my life as a professional plogger - yes I am trying to make a living from picking up trash on my daily runs!! Support me with a coffee? https://buymeacoffee.com/wayeoflife https://patreon.com/WayeofLife Wanna T-Shirt? https://wayeoflife.com/tshirts Plogging = Picking up Trash while running. I run a lot. This year I plan on running 5200 km a year, and picking up at least 50,000L of trash on those runs! MY INSTA: www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Today's episode is called P is for PAIN I really don't want you to listen to this.. it is just for me to vent some steam Mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/sandertuinhof/ https://www.instagram.com/sandurrrrrrrruns/ https://www.instagram.com/angelis.daniel/ As a sponsored athlete, many of the items or brands you see here may be as a direct result of them sponsoring my efforts in plogging and raising awareness for the environment. But are not paying me for this specific post Support me as a company (I really want corporations and brands to make this possible) - It is more than a logo on a shirt! https://www.wayeoflife.com/brands Affiliate links (you don't pay extra but the sales supports me - I get a bit of commission) - just ask me what I recommend Summer Sale: https://store.insta360.com/campaign/2025-end-of-season-sale?utm_term=INRBKKY X5 (my current favourite - 360cam) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRBKKY Ace Pro 2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Webcam (link 2 - I record the podcast with this) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/link-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Go 3S (the small one) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-3s?utm_term=INRBKKY More about me: www.wayeoflife.com www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Equipment used in the podcast RODE USB Podmic https://rode.com/en/microphones/usb/p... Insta360 Link2c https://store.insta360.com/product/link-2 Headphones https://www.marley.nl/positive-vibration-xl-anc.html
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S02E19 - P is for Paul's Perception - A podcast talking about running and picking up trash as a job
P IS FOR PAUL'S PERCEPTION Welcome to Episode 19 SEASON 2 of P IS FOR PLOG. A podcast where I talk about all things #plogging and related to my life as a professional plogger - yes I am trying to make a living from picking up trash on my daily runs!! Support me with a coffee? https://buymeacoffee.com/wayeoflife https://patreon.com/WayeofLife Wanna T-Shirt? https://wayeoflife.com/tshirts Plogging = Picking up Trash while running. I run a lot. This year I plan on running 5200 km a year, and picking up at least 50,000L of trash on those runs! MY INSTA: www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Today's episode is called P is for PAUL'S PERCEPTION Is it more accepted to drop trash? is it now tolerated? As a sponsored athlete, many of the items or brands you see here may be as a direct result of them sponsoring my efforts in plogging and raising awareness for the environment. But are not paying me for this specific post Support me as a company (I really want corporations and brands to make this possible) - It is more than a logo on a shirt! https://www.wayeoflife.com/brands Affiliate links (you don't pay extra but the sales supports me - I get a bit of commission) - just ask me what I recommend Summer Sale: https://store.insta360.com/campaign/2025-end-of-season-sale?utm_term=INRBKKY X5 (my current favourite - 360cam) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/x5?utm_term=INRBKKY Ace Pro 2 - https://www.insta360.com/sal/ace-pro-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Webcam (link 2 - I record the podcast with this) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/link-2?utm_term=INRBKKY Go 3S (the small one) - https://www.insta360.com/sal/go-3s?utm_term=INRBKKY More about me: www.wayeoflife.com www.instagram.com/wayeoflife Equipment used in the podcast RODE USB Podmic https://rode.com/en/microphones/usb/p... Insta360 Link2c https://store.insta360.com/product/link-2 Headphones https://www.marley.nl/positive-vibration-xl-anc.html
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