RunPod
Welcome to RunPod, the weekly run club you can join simply by listening. In this series Jenni Falconer welcomes special guests who share that passion for running. Together they’ll discuss the challenge, reward and sometimes obsession of pounding the pavement whilst asking what drives us to run, why some catch the bug more than others, and how it can transform the lives of those who do it. Along the way, you'll hear top training tips, monumental mistakes and some inspirational stories. So, whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, treadmill trainer, fitness guru or simply putting off that Sunday jog, RunPod is here for you.
Episodes
Comparison is the thief of joy... and it can also take away the enjoyment and hurt progress.
Jenni is back with more inspiration to start your week!
New RunPod Sprint this Wednesday.
David Hellard is like us... running obsessed! Host of the Bad Boys Running Podcast and founder of founder of Performance Bullet, he whole life revolves around the sport.
A passion that was ignited by the Hash House Harrier's, David tells us his story about falling in love with running and might even let us into a secret surrounding his brand.
All that - and he even explains the thoughts behind the Great British Beerathon!
Jonny Davies is the all action ultra marathon runner, whose outlook on fitness and life is a serious source of inspiration!
In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, he answers your questions.
His full episode is already there to listen to and another guest episode will be with you on Friday!
Recovery runs are essential... low, slow and designed to help your body recover after a tough session. The key word here is gentle!
Jenni is here with all the information and advice on how to get the best out of your recovery runs.
RunPod Sprint with Jonny Davies drops this Wednesday!
Jonny Davies is an ultra runner that continues to break boundaries and test whats physically possible... running 192km in one go isn't for the feint hearted!
Jonny joins Jenni in the studio fresh off of the back off another ultra in Greece - but that didn't stop him running on the morning of the record!
With a mental outlook that can only inspire, Jonny has advise that all should listen to.
Rose Harvey is one of British athletics' most extraordinary stories... a former corporate lawyer made redundant during Covid who took up marathon running seriously for the first time at 28. One decision made over a beer in the pub, that changed her life!
In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, she answers all of your questions!
New guest episode dropping this Friday.
Coming back after an injury can be harder mentally than it is physically... because you just want to get back to running!
Jenni is here with all the advice you need when getting back to normality, after coming back from injury recently herself.
Rose Harvey's RunPod Sprint is here this Wednesday!
Rose Harvey is one of British athletics' most extraordinary stories... a former corporate lawyer made redundant during Covid who took up marathon running seriously for the first time at 28. One decision made over a beer in the pub changed her life!
Within a year she had qualified for her first England team, became British Champion at the 2022 London Marathon, represented GB at the World Championships, and running 2:23:21 at Chicago ...
Comedian Paul Tonkinson's journey through the Sahara desert for the Marathon des Sables inspired his latest book Running Through Sand.
In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, he answers all of your questions!
New guest episode released this Friday.
The sunny weather has finally hit the UK with most of us enjoying a glorious bank holiday weekend.
But running in the heat brings unique challenges! Jenni is here with the tips to keep safe and on track in the sun.
Paul Tonkinson's RunPod Sprint drops on Wednesday!
Paul Tonkinson is the comedian who with just weeks to prepare, snags a place on one of the planets toughest ultra marathons, the Marathon des Sables across the Sahara desert.
A story about resilience, opportunity and battling something that will come for us all - age - Paul shares his emotional and entertaining tale about how anyone can overcome seeming huge achievements!
His book 'Running Through Sand' is available now!
Christine Hobson's 125 marathon after the age of 60 have taken her to the Antarctic and written her into the Guinness World Record books.
A constant source of inspiration, in this RunPod Sprint she answers all of your burning questions!
New special guest episode dropping this Friday!
Christine Hobson is an inspiration to all. The now 'TikTok viral' 73 year old set herself a goal at the age of 60 after retirement... run 100 marathons having never run before. She's now at at 125!
She's run marathons on every continent on the planet and broke a Guinness World Record on Antarctica and it doesn't stop there!
A hero's welcome in Buenos Aires, powerlifting, 'breaking the internet' and taking her husband with her every s...
Sophie Raworth is a face we're all familiar with, delivering the nation their news on the BBC.
Her new book 'Running On Air' was an instant Sunday Times bestseller and on today's RunPod Sprint, she answers all of your burning questions!
Her main episode is ready and to listen to if you haven't already.
Is your recent injury something to worry about? or is it just a niggle?
Jenni has recently suffered with injury herself and she is here to bring you all the advice when dealing with injuries yourself.
RunPod Sprint with Sophie Raworth coming this Wednesday!
Sophie Raworth is a face we're all familiar with, delivering the nation their news on the BBC.
She also is a passionate runner, running some of the world toughest races - including the gruelling Sahara desert Marathon des Sables.
Her new book 'Running On Air' was an instant Sunday Times bestseller and on today's episode she joins her close friend Jenni, to talk about all the journeys running has taken her on!
An episode full of advice...
Comedian George Lewis continues his London Marathon breakdown with Jenni, answering all of your questions!
His main episode is there to listen to if you haven't already and there will be a new guest episode tomorrow!
You may have just watched the London Marathon and felt a bit inspired... well Jenni is here with all the tips and tricks for getting yourself started on your running journey!
And for all those who are already on their way, you might even find some new inspiration in the advice.
Happy running!
George Lewis is the stand up comedian whose online skits amass millions of views.
He joined Jenni fresh off the back of running last weekends London Marathon with an incredible time of just over 3 hours!
A lighthearted look at how you can juggle an successful career, raising 3 kids and also train for one of life's biggest physical challenges - George debriefs on just how special the London Marathon really is!
It's official... this years London Marathon was the biggest in history!
Guinness World Records has confirmed that it set a new world record for the most finishers in a marathon, with 59,830 runners crossing the line.
Alongside this milestone, GWR also verified 38 individual record-breaking performances across the field - from elite world records to standout costume and inspiring human interest attempts.
Not only was it the biggest eve...
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