This week, Gill, Ro, and Ed, dive into their running origins, sharing stories about why they started running and how their relationship with the sport has evolved. Each brings a unique background—Gill started to fill time during shifts, Ro began for fitness, and Ed took up running after the death of his Dad. They touch on topics from running culture changes, evolving gear preferences, and past experiences like Ro’s dramatic weight-loss journey, Gill’s early fashion layering for...

Are you enjoying the podcast? Help us cover some of the costs: buymeacoffee.com/runalive This week Gill hit over 50 miles for the first time in a long time, Ro racked up around 70 miles but felt sluggish. Ed is focusing on injury-free training and recovery. in the news we discuss: Cross country events are back in action including Cardiff Cross and Nick Griggs set a new parkrun world best. Win and Fail of the week: Ed's target race sold out before he could register - he could do with some...

In this interval Ed, Ro, and Gill take a lighthearted dive into the love-hate relationship runners often have with technology. From GPS watches to heart rate monitors and Strava records, we explore the ways in which gadgets enhance – and sometimes complicate – the simple joy of running. We share stories of tech fails and gadget-induced frustrations, like waiting for GPS signals or adjusting to new devices. We also discuss how data can be helpful for tracking progress but caution against...

Are you enjoying the podcast? Help us cover some of the costs: buymeacoffee.com/runalive This week Ed, Ro and Gill discuss how the New York Marathon played out, the news that Sydney has been added to the World Marathon Majors, and National XC relays. Win and Fail of the week The world record for running a marathon in Crocs was broken by Kevin Leimkuhler and we are in awe! Our guest this week: This week James Rhodes, photographer, writer and runner, shares his journey of capturing the essence...

Are you enjoying the podcast? Help us cover some of the costs: buymeacoffee.com/runalive The clocks have changed, and so it's dark at night and as the running community we need to look after each other. It's an issue that particularly effects women, and so our conversation focuses on the increasing concerns surrounding women's safety while running in the dark. Gill shares her personal experiences, and we discuss societal responsibilities, and practical tips for both men and women to ensure...

Are you enjoying the podcast? Help us cover some of the costs: buymeacoffee.com/runalive This week Ed Gill and Ro catch up on the major news from Frankfurt Marathon and some fab performances at the Valencia 1/2 including a PB for Jenny! We also look forward to New York this weekend. Win and Fail of the week Ed had a hill session that didn't feature any hills. Gill has been riding the highs and lows of parenting during half term Ro has been living vicariously on the wins of others, especially...

Are you enjoying the podcast? Help us cover some of the costs: buymeacoffee.com/runalive We're back with the second interval of this series! Ed, Gill and Ro discuss the complexities of post-marathon recovery and the decision to rest or run again. Ed can hardly walk after a marathon, Gill has run multiple marathons in fairly quick succession, and Ro has done 10 in 10 days! So we have a chat to explore the physiological impacts of marathon running, the mental resilience required for multiple...

Are you enjoying the podcast? Help us cover some of the costs: buymeacoffee.com/runalive This week Ro is away, so Ed and Gill are holding the fort and reflect on Marathon is excluded from the Commonwealth GamesValencia Half is coming up and might we see a British record?Future guest on the podcast Jacob Fincham Dukes gets some funding from UKA. Win and Fail of the week Positive vibes only this week as Gill has been learning to rest well and not be too hung up on a plan over half term while...

Are you enjoying the podcast? Help us cover some of the costs: buymeacoffee.com/runalive In this first RunAlive Interval of Season 4, Ro, Gill, and Ed dive into something that's made a few people quite upset: the recent changes to Championship and Good For Age qualifying times for both the London and Boston Marathons. We explore how these changes are impacting runners at various levels—from club runners to those chasing lifelong goals. Gill shares her personal experience with the championship...

Welcome back to Season 4 of the RunAlive Podcast - so excited to be back with you and welcoming 2 new CoHosts in Gill and Rohan. Are you enjoying the podcast? Help us cover some of the costs: buymeacoffee.com/runalive This week: We introduce Gill and Rohan to the podcast and we've been thinking about: Ruth Chepngetich's groundbreaking performance at the Chicago Marathon - can we believe it?London Marathon Champs times have been lowered - we're not happy. We reference Des and Kara's podcast on...

In this special wrap-up episode of the RunAlive Podcast, Ed, Gary, and Jenny come together to reflect on their highlights of Season 3. They kick things off with a nostalgic look back at their conversation with ultra-running legend Nicky Spinks, whose inspiring journey as a breast cancer survivor and her "rule of three" left a lasting impact on the team. Gary shares his admiration for Marcus Brown, whose advocacy for athletes of colour and personal story of discovering his autism later in life...

This week we're talking to Ben Pochee, the passionate race director behind the Night of the 10,000m PBs. The UK's premier track running event. From his personal journey as a competitive runner to the inception of one of the most unique track events in the UK, Ben shares his deep insights into the world of running, community building, and event innovation. Tune in to discover how a love for Afro-funk and a desire to fill a gap in domestic competitive opportunities led to a revolutionary...

On this week's RunAlive interval Ed is joined by distance runner and finance professional Steph McCall. Steph shares her running journey from sprinting as a kid to just recently tackling 2 Oceans marathon in South Africa (and coming 10th!) She delves into the communal joy of running, the psychological shifts required for tackling ultra-marathons, and her ongoing passion project, the Five Miles Easy podcast, which she hosts with Rose Harvey, who's just been selected for Team GB at the...

This week we talk to Gill Bland, a seasoned marathon runner, soon to be mother for the second time, and self confessed running geek! Join us as Gill shares her transformation from a non-athlete to a marathon winner, and how running is her "me time" in the busyness of life as a mother. We talk about: How Gill's attempt to catch a train sparked her passion for running and led her to complete over 30 marathons around the world.Balance: Gain insight into how Gill balances her roles as a mother,...

“If you’re ever losing faith in human nature, go out and watch a marathon” This is a very special episode of the RunAlive Podcast celebrating all that is great about the London Marathon! This week we are plunging into the stories of 4 runners from the London Marathon each of whom have very different experiences of running the race. We'll hear from 2:25 Welsh marathoner Clara Evans, who's starting on the elite start and pacing the British women. We talk to her about the practicalities of...

We talk to former Marathon Age Group champion and Founder and CEO of Coach Core Gary Laybourne In today's RunAlive Interval we welcome Gary Laybourne, co-founder and CEO of CoachCore. Gary shares his fascinating journey from a promising young athlete to a champion for change through sport. We talk about the London Marathon (of course) where in 2022 Gary unexpectedly became age group world champion, and we talk about the power of sport for change. Coach Core has a mission to empower young...

This week we dive into the life and insights of Brady Threlfall, a distance runner, and the vibrant voice behind the Inside Running podcast. Through Inside Running Brady has brought the stories and personalities of Australian distance running alive to millions around the world. In this episode we talk about, Brady's most memorable and thrilling race day experiences, highlighting the rush of crossing the finish line and setting personal bests in the 5k and 10k races at iconic venues. He delves...

We've seen Jasmin Paris become the first woman to finish the Barkley Marathons, and Catlin Clark tear up the stats in March Madness in the US the year, where the women's basketball games outsold the mens but there's still a real battle for even coverage and equity between men's and women's sports, particularly in the media despite the success of the Lionesses. The BBC recently published an Elite Sportswomen's Study which was heavily contributed to by our season 1 guest Laura 'Sid' Siddall. We...

We're thrilled to welcome Marcus Brown, a runner probably most know for his impactful work in promoting diversity and inclusivity within the sport. Marcus shares his journey from a casual runner to completing the six World Marathon Majors and achieving multiple sub-three-hour marathon times, illustrating the transformative power of running in his life. Marcus delves into the significant role running has played in his personal development, revealing how the discipline, challenges, and...

This week we talk to Bryn Hassan, the 25-year-old founder of Race Day Prints and an avid trail runner with an inspiring journey from rugby and rowing to conquering ultra marathons and preparing for an Ironman. Race Day Prints, stems from a personal desire to memorialise the hard work of training and the exhilaration of race days, offering personalised running posters that celebrate individual achievements in races, including all the major marathons. This innovative idea was born from his...

In this episode of the RunAlive Podcast, Ed and Jenny welcome Nick Kershaw, the founder of Impact Marathon, and Bexx Swainson, an accomplished athlete and frequent Impact Marathon participant. Nick shares the inception story of Impact Marathon, highlighting its mission to create running events that serve communities around the world and inspire runners to push beyond their limits. Bexx adds depth to the narrative by recounting her personal experiences in various Impact Marathons, illustrating...

Ed sits down with Andy Anstey, the Head of Business Development at England Athletics, to explore the intersection of passion, sustainability, and innovation within the realm of athletics. Andy shares his personal journey from coaching his daughter's football team to witnessing his son surpass him in running, embodying the joy and fulfilment derived from sharing his twin passions for running and football. In his proffesional life he has strategic oversight for sustainability at England...

This week we’re delving into the world of 17-year old middle-distance runner and climate activist Innes Fitzgerald. She tells us about re-finding her love for running in secondary school and how it gave her the confidence to recognise that she’s a little different, and has grown up differently from others, but that’s ok. Innes shares about the huge decision she made last year to prioritise environmental concerns over a coveted spot on the World Cross-Country Team, navigating the media storm...

We’re chatting with the guys from The Hard Lines Coffee and RunClub, born during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 as a way of getting people back outside and socialising again after months of lockdowns Hard Lines are based in Cardiff. The club sprang out of the coffee shop and has a goal to create a safe space where people of all abilities can run, relax and make connections with others in their local community. They have particularly put in place a plans and a framework to help women feel safe...