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Runner"s World Podcast

Runner"s World UK

The Runner"s World podcast is your weekly dose of all things running. Hosted by Rick Pearson and Ben Hobson, we are here to inform and entertain with unique interviews, advice and in-depth discussions from celebrity guests, elite athletes, pro coaches, musicians, comedians and everyday runners, focusing on every element from the world of running.

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All Episodes

42:13

How I went from a 4:34 to 2:34 marathon

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/09/02

On this episode, Anya Culling reveals how she slashed two hours from her marathon time. She talks about the importance of community, enjoyment and self-belief when it comes to marathon training – and offers advice to others looking to get the best from themselves over the distance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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40:09

Running challenges: are they still inspiring?

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/08/26

Have we reach peak saturation for big ultrarunning challenges?With more and more people running more and more miles over more and more continents, has the normalisation of going massive devalued what are incredible feats of endurance? Well, Ben, Rachel and Ali have a rambling chat about it and try to figure it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:39

Solo running vs group running? The pros and cons

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2025/08/19

On this week’s episode, in the company of RW’s senior writer, Rachel Boswell, we discuss the pros and cons of solo running vs group running, looking at what the latest science says. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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53:04

Where to spend your money when it comes to running

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2025/08/12

It's often hard to know where to spend your money on when it comes to running - yes of course shoes are essential but do they NEED to be expensive? Using a very professional scale of swerve, scrimp and splurge, Rick and Ben and Ali discuss (and argue) over what they think are the important bits of kit when it comes to running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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36:59

Big brands and trail running

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/08/05

With the continued growth of trail running and brands from inside and outside of running scrambling for a piece of the pie, we got the chance to speak to New Balance about why they have decided now is the time to enter back into the scene with gusto, what drove the decision and what they promise to do for the sport. This episode is NOT sponsored by New Balance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:16

The life and legend of Steve Prefontaine

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/07/29

50 years following his death, Rick and Ben are joined by journalist and author Brendan O'Meara, to discuss why his legacy within running continues to shine when so many others are forgotten. Brendan's book - The Front Runner: The Life of Steve Prefontaine - is available wherever you get your books! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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51:32

How to run your fastest mile

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/07/22

Taking on a fast mile is something that all runners should try at least once. Fast is obviously a relative term, but we think spending some time focusing on achieving the best time that you can over the mile is not only deeply satisfying, but is a relatively easy running challenge to fit into life.Rick guides us through how he set himself the challenge of doing just this and you can try out his training plan here -

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49:54

Running with diabetes

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/07/15

Joining us this week is ultrarunner Jonty Brown, who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes when he was 11-years-old. We discuss what it's like to run with the autoimmune disease, how runners can manage the symptoms and why is should never stop anyone from giving running a go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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44:16

What is it like to DNF?

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/07/08

Racing is hard. At some point, there will probably be a race that you won't be able to finish and how you reach that point and respond to it, can make all the difference to your relationship with running. Of the back of her first DNF at a 100k race, Ali Ball joins us to discuss her first Did Not Finish and what it meant to her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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47:52

Running and Body Positivity | Runner's World

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/07/01

We speak to Scottee and Beth about their experience as runners, why running is for everyone and how being fat shouldn't be (but often is) a barrier to taking part. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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39:14

How to overcome the psychological trauma of injury

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/06/24

We often talk about the physical side of recovery when it comes to injury, but what about the psychological and emotional disruption that injured runners have to deal with?We spoke to Dr Carl Bescoby PhD aka The Injury Psychologist about the trauma of injury, the emotions we feel when injured and how we can deal with the set backs and struggles that come when injury strikes. Join Runner’s World Club today: ⁠https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/podcastoffer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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36:36

Are supershoes an injury hazard?

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/06/17

We speak with podiatrist Liam McManus and RW columnist Sophie Raworth about some of the potential risks of wearing supershoes – and what runners can do to mitigate this.Join Runner’s World Club today: https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/podcastoffer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:28

Michael Adeniran: the life of a running influencer

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/06/10

On this episode, Michael Adeniran (aka The Urban Challenger) talks tech, obstacle racing, and how and why he began documenting his running online.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:20

Are grassroots races being priced out?

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/06/03

Across the UK, running clubs put on low-key but much-loved races – some of which have been going for many decades. But are they now in danger of being priced out? On this episode, Peter Kennedy and Kevin Price of the Stragglers running club in south-west London discuss how price hikes in parks are threatening the future of the races they help to organise. We want to know whether this is reflective of a wider trend, so please email in with your own take on this: podcast@runnersworld.co.uk Learn more

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33:05

Damian Hall – How to be a greener runner

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/05/27

Ultrarunner extraordinaire and Runner's World columnist Damian Hall talks about the simple steps we all can take to become more environmentally aware runners. As one of the co-founders of The Green Runners (thegreenrunners.com), Hall has been a leading voice in championing a more eco-friendly approach within running. He looks back at some recent successes – and the many more things that need to be done, fast, to ensure the safety of our planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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45:32

How running satisfies our need for adventure

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/05/20

Ben talked to journalist and author Alex Hutchinson about his new book, The Explorer's Gene, which looks at how the evolution of humans has been shaped by significant events where venturing into the unknown has played a crucial role in shaping our genes and how the risk/reward element of running and racing could be satisfying an innate urge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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44:20

How many grams of carbs/gels should a runner really...

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/05/13

With some studies and elites now talking about 120g of carbs an hour in a race, it's a confusing and expensive time to be needing some gels. Thankfully, leading sports dietician Renee McGregor joins us to break down how the body absorbs and uses carbohydrate, when to have it and how to find the amount that you really need to have on race day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:28

RE-RELEASE: How to master the long run

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/05/06

When the knowledge is this good, it's worthy of a re-up!Back to the usual scheduling next week, but for now listen to Tom Craggs sharing loads of knowledge that'll help you run further. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:11

Colin Jackson: what it takes to be an Olympian

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/04/29

The legendary British hurdler talks about the training, ambition and mental fortitude required to be the best on this week's episode of the Runner's World UK podcast. @colinrayjackson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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35:07

RE-RELEASE: How to run your perfect marathon

Runner"s World Podcast ·

2025/04/25

Marathon season is officially upon us. But amid all the fun and excitement, it's easy to become stressed about what lies ahead. So listen to running coach and serial marathoner Laura Fountain talk about the practical steps you can take to make race week – and the race itself – a real success.For more coaching advice from Laura, sign up to her weekly newsletter on substack: lazygirlrunning.substack.com/subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad

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