Couch to Coached- Running podcast

Marathon training isn’t just about the miles — it’s about understanding why you’re doing them. In this episode, Rob, Ben and Emma break down their current marathon training blocks, comparing plans, goals, and how individual fitness, life commitments, and experience shape the way each runner trains. The trio explore why training plans might start the same but quickly diverge, how to understand the...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast 5 With The Listeners – Our 5 With The Listeners series has been refreshed and rebooted — new questions, new logo, new vibes. Rob, Ben, and Emma sit down with our latest featured listener to explore their running story in a whole new way. We dig into: What their running shoes would say about them What’s in their desert-island running survival kit Wha...

After a short break, Rob, Ben and Emma are back — catching up on life, running, and everything in between. In this episode, the trio reconnect to talk openly about work–life balance, coaching, and how injuries, setbacks, and winter training can shape both performance and mindset. The conversation centres on Ben’s recent running journey, including injury frustrations, marathon training adjustments,...

ITS CHRISTMAS!!!! 🎄 Christmas Day Special – Couch to Coached Running Podcast 🎄 Merry Christmas, everyone! 🎅✨ In this festive Christmas Day episode of the Couch to Coached Running Podcast , Rob, Ben, and Emma settle in for a relaxed end-of-year chat and answer three fun (and slightly reflective) questions to wrap up 2025 in style. They look back on their highlights from 2025 , sharing the momen...

Couch to Coached Gold: Mental health Wanderer Welcome back to Couch to Coached Gold , where we dust off the classics and bring you the very best moments from the early days of the podcast. In this special Gold episode, we revisit one of our most powerful and meaningful conversations during our mental health week — our chat with Gareth Jones, also known as The Mental Health Wanderer . Gareth joined...

Running through the holidays isn’t always easy — especially when you’re feeling under the weather. In this episode, Rob and Emma share honest personal updates as they juggle health, training, and the festive season, while still showing up for their running routines. The conversation covers everything from maintaining consistency ahead of marathon training to parkrun goals, segment success, and the...

What makes the National Running Show one of the biggest dates in the running calendar? In this episode, Rob and Emma are joined by Lottie Faulkner to go behind the scenes of the National Running Show and explore what makes it such a standout event for runners of all abilities. Lottie shares insight into how the show comes together—from curating a diverse and inspiring lineup of guest speakers to w...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast 5 With The Listeners – Our 5 With The Listeners series has been refreshed and rebooted — new questions, new logo, new vibes. Rob, Ben, and Emma sit down with our latest featured listener to explore their running story in a whole new way. We dig into: What their running shoes would say about them What’s in their desert-island running survival kit Wha...

Couch to Coached Gold: Mr Motivator – The Original Fitness Icon Welcome back to Couch to Coached Gold , where we dust off the classics and bring you the very best moments from the early days of the podcast. In this gold episode, Rob and Ben sit down with a true 1990s legend — Mr Motivator . From transforming mornings across the nation in Lycra to spreading a message of movement, positivity, and in...

In this episode, Rob and Emma catch up on all things Christmas, running, and community as they juggle festive preparations alongside their training goals. From the struggle of buying gifts for teenagers to favourite holiday traditions and the joy of playing Santa, the conversation blends family life with fitness. Rob and Emma also share running updates, including solo park runs, cross country expe...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast 5 With The Listeners – Our 5 With The Listeners series has been refreshed and rebooted — new questions, new logo, new vibes. Rob, Ben, and Emma sit down with our latest featured listener to explore their running story in a whole new way. We dig into: What their running shoes would say about them What’s in their desert-island running survival kit Wha...

Welcome to the next instalment of Couch to Coached Gold — where we dive back into our most memorable moments from the early days of the podcast. This week, we revisit our interview with the legend that is Mathew Pritchard, from stunt performer to triathlon athlete and fitness enthusiast. WHAT A GREAT EPISODE THIS WAS!!!!! A golden throwback with an absolutely amazing guest. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast....

This week’s episode begins with honesty, heart, and community at its core. Rob and Emma open the conversation reflecting on the recent passing of Ben’s mum, sharing gratitude for the support shown by the running community and highlighting just how powerful connection can be during difficult times. From there, the episode shifts into running updates, race reflections, and a major announcement — the...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast 5 With The Listeners – Our 5 With The Listeners series has been refreshed and rebooted — new questions, new logo, new vibes. Rob, Ben, and Emma sit down with our latest featured listener to explore their running story in a whole new way. We dig into: What their running shoes would say about them What’s in their desert-island running survival kit Wha...

Welcome to the next instalment of Couch to Coached Gold — where we dive back into our most memorable moments from the early days of the podcast. This week, we revisit an our first every mystery Guest and what a Guest it was- George Scholey. Not heard it before, i wont spoil it for you!! A golden throwback with an absolutely amazing guest. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

What happens when marathon training meets Christmas chaos? This week, Rob, Ben and Emma dive into all things running, recovery, and festive madness as they reflect on recent races, training wins, and the realities of staying consistent through the busiest time of the year. From post-race recovery and the impact of new gear (including a head torch that might be better suited to Doctor Who ) to paci...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast 5 With The Listeners – A Brand-New Era! Our 5 With The Listeners series has been refreshed and rebooted — new questions, new logo, new vibes, and this week… a very special guest. Rob, Ben, and Emma sit down with our latest featured listener to explore their running story in a whole new way. We dig into: What their running shoes would say about them...

What happens when a simple idea to beat winter loneliness turns into one of the biggest virtual running events of the year? This week, Rob, Ben and Emma are joined by Kev and Claire—the team behind Run Up to Christmas —to explore how a small community initiative grew into a nationwide movement supporting mental health. Kev and Claire share the heartfelt origin story of Runthings and how their miss...

Welcome to the second instalment of Couch to Coached Gold — where we dive back into our most memorable moments from the early days of the podcast. This week, we revisit an absolute classic: Rob and Ben’s conversation with Olympian Jeff Galloway . Jeff brings his positive and enthusiastic vibe to the podcast and spills the beans on developing a new running movement 'Jeffing' Whether you’re a season...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast This week’s episode is a perfect blend of humour, hard-earned lessons, and muddy mile-after-mile storytelling. Rob, Ben and Emma kick things off with a playful debate about pop culture legends—yes, including the “Walrus of Love” Barry White—before diving headfirst into an unexpectedly heated conversation about mince pies. With a brand-new competitio...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast 5 With The Listeners – A Brand-New Era! Our 5 With The Listeners series has been refreshed and rebooted — new questions, new logo, new vibes, and this week… a very special guest. Rob, Ben, and Emma sit down with our latest featured listener to explore their running story in a whole new way. We dig into: What their running shoes would say about them...

Welcome to the very first instalment of Couch to Coached Gold — where we dive back into our most memorable moments from the early days of the podcast. This week, we revisit an absolute classic: Rob and Ben’s conversation with Olympian Chris “Thommo” Thompson . Thommo brings his trademark energy, honesty, and humour as he talks about the emotional rollercoaster of elite running, the realities behin...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast What does it take to step outside your comfort zone, learn new skills as an adult, and push towards big endurance goals? This week, we dive into a candid and entertaining chat about triathlon training, running breakthroughs, and the messy-but-rewarding process of personal growth. From swimming lessons that challenge confidence to the realities of ba...

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast 5 With The Listeners – A Brand-New Era! Our 5 With The Listeners series has been refreshed and rebooted — new questions, new logo, new vibes, and this week… a very special guest. Rob, Ben, and Emma sit down with our latest featured listener to explore their running story in a whole new way. We dig into: What their running shoes would say about them...

What does it take to go from hating running to tackling some of the most challenging ultra events out there? This week, we sit down with Andrew Farrall —ultra runner, Instagram creator, and the energy behind the viral “Crackhead Energy” videos—to explore his unexpected rise in the running world. Andrew opens up about how a simple challenge pulled him into the world of ultra running, what makes the...