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12 Months to Marathon

Hi, I"m John Hill. I host 12 Months to Marathon—the running podcast for people over 35 with marathon dreams. Whether you are looking for a personal best or want to run a marathon, my story and regular tips should help you get there.I didn"t run my first marathon until I was 36. I ran my first sub-3 marathon at the age of 45. If I can do it, so can you!For even more daily tips, make sure to follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/Thanks for listening.

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14:52

12 Months to Marathon - Episode 57 - Why Sleep Matters

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2025/08/14

Send us a text Why Sleep Matters Let’s start with the basics: sleep is when your body repairs, rebuilds, and recharges. It’s not just 'rest' it’s active recovery. When you sleep: Your muscles repair microscopic damage from trainingYour immune system strengthensYour nervous system resetsYour brain processes motor learning and stores movement patternsIn other words, sleep is when you become a better runner. Studies show that sleep deprivation can: Reduce time to exhaustionIncrease p...

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 56 - The Danger of Data

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2025/08/08

Send us a text Let’s be honest, these devices are amazing. I love my Garmin. Heart rate zones, VO2 max estimates, sleep tracking, HRV, race predictions, it’s all powerful stuff. And it can help guide our training in meaningful ways. But there’s a fine line between using the data and being used by it. When you start planning your day based on whether your watch says you slept well… or skipping a session because your 'body battery' says you're tired, even though you feel great, you’re crossing ...

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 55 - Why You Should...

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2025/08/02

Send us a text What Is Cadence? Let’s start with the basics. Cadence, in running, simply means how many steps you take per minute, often referred to as SPM or steps per minute. Now, why is this important? Because cadence directly influences your stride length, impact forces, and overall running efficiency. Runners with a higher cadence usually have: A shorter ground contact timeLess vertical oscillation (which means less bouncing)Better running economyAnd here’s the key thing: you don’t...

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 54 - Why VO2 Max Matters

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2025/07/24

Send us a text Whether you're a runner trying to shave minutes off your marathon or just someone who wants to live longer and stay healthier, VO2 max matters a lot more than most people think. So, what exactly is it? Why should you care? And how can you improve it? That’s what we’re unpacking in this episode. Let’s go. O2 max stands for 'maximal oxygen uptake. It’s the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during intense exercise. The higher your VO2 max, the more efficiently your ...

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 52 - Mark Maselli -...

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2025/07/18

Send us a text Mark Maselli is living, breathing proof that a single, determined mindset can rewrite even the harshest prognosis. After watching kidney disease claim the lives of his grandmother and two uncles and steal a decade from his mom, Mark received the news in 2018 that he, too, had the same kidney disease. Not accepting the status quo, Mark made the conscious decision to rewrite his story and not let the disease win. By taking action, he was able to receive a kidney in November 2023....

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 51 - Rest & Recovery...

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2025/07/11

Send us a text Monitoring your rest and recovery is essential if you want to improve as a runner. In this episode, I give you some real-world examples of what to look out for. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 51 - Dealing with...

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2025/07/03

Send us a text Have you been rejected by a major marathon such as London? This episode is for you. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 50 - Lessons from 50...

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2025/06/26

Send us a text We celebrate 50 episodes this week! It's time to share some reflections and experiences from the last 50 episodes of this running podcast. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 49 - Nelly Oliha -...

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2025/06/20

Send us a text On this episode, I interview running content creator Nelly Oliha. We talk about his amazing sense of humour and his now-famous running streak You can follow Nelly here: https://www.instagram.com/nellyoliha/ Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Supp Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 48 - Introduction to...

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2025/06/12

Send us a text In this episode, I discuss the key principles behind improving your pace as a runner. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 47 - Louise Butcher -...

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2025/06/05

Send us a text I am very honoured to be interviewing Louise Butcher on this episode. Louise is a Guinness World Record Creator, Marathoner, Author, Advocate, Musician & Singer/Songwriter! You may have seen Louise on the official London Marathon social media and in various media interviews. Louise ran the London marathon topless to raise awareness for breast cancer. Her book "Going Topless" is out in June 2025 https://pegasuspublishers.com/books/outnow/going-topless Louis...

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 46 - Peter & Stella...

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2025/05/29

Send us a text In this episode, I interview married couple Peter and Stella who ran their first marathon together in 2025 at the ages of 62 and 47 respectively. An inspiration journey and well worth a listen. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 45 - The Hot & Cold...

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2025/05/22

Send us a text If you suffered with the heat on marathon day or got marathon blues afterwards? This one is for you. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 44 - Interview with...

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2025/05/14

Send us a text Paul shaved over an hour off his marathon time at age 45. Listen to find out how he did it. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 43 - Interview with...

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2025/05/08

Send us a text I am very honoured to be interviewing Kristina Coccoluto. Kristina is a mom of 3, a BRCA1 survivor, and the first woman globally to complete all six marathon majors after a double mastectomy. A truly inspirational figure with an amazing story. You can donate to Dana-Farber here: https://www.dana-farber.org/ Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support t...

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 42 - Interview With...

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2025/05/01

Send us a text In this episode, I chat with Lauren Redhead. Lauren has been working with me since January 2025 and recently ran her first marathon in Manchester at the age of 39. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 41 - Common Race Day...

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2025/04/25

Send us a text Here are some top tips for your marathon race day. If you are doing one of the big UK marathons this weekend, go well! Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 40 - Some More...

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2025/04/17

Send us a text Tapering for a marathon can be tricky. Here is another episode with some more top tips Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 39 - Tapering

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2025/04/10

Send us a text It's time to talk about marathon tapering. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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12 Months to Marathon - Episode 38 - Peak Week Panic

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2025/04/03

Send us a text Are you hitting your peak weeks of marathon training? It's okay to be a little tired, overwhelmed, and hungry. In this episode, I explain the why of peak weeks and how to deal with them. Remember to follow me on Instagram for all your running content https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/ Thanks for listening JH Support the show

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