Paula's Run Club

We're answering your questions on the weekly Shakeout. Amongst them this week - how to shave 15 minutes from a debut marathon time. Tips to help with pains and stitch in young runners. Some unique runs for you to try(or just marvel at!), dealing with a long-term injury both mentally and physically, with advice on body image and under-fuelling. Thanks to our sponsor HIGH 5 for Paula's Run Club: The...

This week we welcome back expert guest Wendy Rogers of HIGH5 who's got all the answers when it comes to fuelling in training and on race day. What should you drink and when should you drink it for the best performance and the quickest recovery? We talk protein, caffeine and carbs and when you should be taking them. Also former winner, Paula, talks about returning to the New York marathon and it wa...

On this week's episode of The Shakeout we're giving out advice on raceday nutrition, running and exercise in the final stages of pregnancy and give our thoughts on how to progress a talented teenager. Thanks again to our new sponsor for Paula’s Run Club The Shakeout: HIGH5 – the sports nutrition specialists helping people get the most out of their training and races, don’t forget to check out our...

This week we're talking about running and Women's health with expert and gynecologist Dr Nicola Tempest. She'll be dispelling myths about running during periods and talking about what's 'normal'. We asked lots of questions including tips for young girls starting menstruation, changes to their bodies and what it means to have a 'regular' cycle. Lots of advice about supplements, running in pregnancy...

On this week's episode of The Shakeout we give tips on building up your long run, trying to get sub-4 hour marathon times, specific female fuelling advice, training in hot conditions for a run in colder weather and famous people from Cheshire! Thanks again to our new sponsor for Paula’s Run Club The Shakeout: HIGH5 – the sports nutrition specialists helping people get the most out of their trainin...

This week we’re joined by javelin legend and Paula’s BBC TV Co-commentator Steve Backley. A medalist at World, Olympics, Commonwealth and European Championships, Steve comes from a family of runners and despite describing himself as a ‘failed runner’ he loves running and is a Park Run regular.  He’s got loads of amazing stories from meeting Steve Ovett as a kid, taking on Matt Pinsent and Steve Re...

Paula and Thommo host a very special episode of The Shakeout this week from the HIGH5 headquarters in Brighton as just down the South coast Portsmouth prepares for the Great South Run. The team answer questions from the specially-invited audience covering everything from their childhood inspirations to their coping mechanisms for when they hit the dreaded Wall. You'll hear about Thommo's accident...

This week's title sounds like a horror film but don't worry, it's not a spooky Halloween themed episode! Instead, Paula and Thommo have a fantastic chat with the inspirational Laura Muir - 1500m Legend - Olympic Silver medallist, World bronze medallist and the joint record holder for holding the most gold medals at European indoor Championships! Laura talks about dealing with nerves and her tricks...

On this week's episode of The Shakeout we answer your questions on pre-race nerves, calculating your split times, spreading energy and effort across a race, chasing sub 4 hours and more toe chat! Thanks again to our new sponsor for Paula’s Run Club The Shakeout: HIGH5 – the sports nutrition specialists helping people get the most out of their training and races, don’t forget to check out our AMAZI...

This week we take a look at the world of Ultra Running in the company of Holly Wootten who recently won the women’s event at the Dragon’s Back Race - considered to be one of the toughest mountain races in the world covering 380 km. In a fascinating interview Holly gives an amazing insight into all the challenges Ultra Runners face from carrying food to planning recovery, dealing with the weather t...

On this week's episode of The Shakeout, we hear from listeners about cadence rates, gym sessions, cold hands, training while pregnant and finding a career in running.  Thanks again to our new sponsor for Paula’s Run Club The Shakeout: HIGH5 – the sports nutrition specialists helping people get the most out of their training and races, don’t forget to check out our AMAZING offer below.   Remember t...

What a guest we have this week as Jake Wightman joins Paula and Thommo. After coming back from years of injury heartache to take a triumphant 1500m silver at the World Championships in Tokyo, Jake is on top form with Paula & Thommo. Jake is incredibly open about his career so far, from injury turmoil to his split with his Dad as his coach after more than 15 years together. Then there's him proposi...

We're excited to announce that we have a new sponsor for Paula’s Run Club The Shakeout: HIGH5 – the sports nutrition specialists helping people get the most out of their training and races. This is a great fit for us as we LOVE helping you with your questions and this week we assist with concerns about arthritis, illness ruining race prep, IT band pain, juggling family life with marathon training...

Paula is back from Tokyo for a wonderful reunion with Thommo and a very special announcement! We have a new sponsor for Paula’s Run Club The Shakeout: HIGH5 – the sports nutrition specialists helping people get the most out of their training and races.  To celebrate this collaboration, this week's interview is with HIGH5's Research & Development Expert, Wendy Rogers, who gives us the low down on t...

Episode 8 of the weekly ‘Shakeout’ where we answer your running questions. This week Paula and Thommo answer questions about dealing with an injury during your Prep, the unique challenges of the New York Marathon, broken toes and when is it right to tackle your first marathon.  We LOVE hearing from you so comment, get in touch with the club to ask any questions on tips for running, marathons, half...

We couldn't let Paula Radcliffe go to Tokyo without sending you all some bonus material so here's Part 2! Paula and Thommo reflect on an incredible Athletics World Championships and pick their highlights.. although it seems that is a tough one to narrow down! Plus, who did Paula and Steve Cram really think would win the 800m?! We LOVE hearing from you so comment, get in touch with the club to ask...

A very special guest on this week’s show as Paula gets to sit down and talk to one her running heroes - Joan Benoit Samuelson. A real trailblazer for women’s running, she won the first ever Olympic women’s marathon in Los Angeles in 1984 just 17 days after having knee surgery! A true running legend she also founded the ‘Beach to Beacon 10k’ and triumphed in the Boston and Chicago marathons.  Plus...

Episode 7 of the weekly ‘Shakeout’ where we answer your running questions.   This week Paula and Thommo answer whether it is ok to run longer distances in TRAIL shoes, more toe injury advice and being aware of balancing your hips, WHEN and HOW to attempt your FIRST marathon and should age restrict you?   We also answer questions from listeners with Osteoarthritis and Plantar fasciitis, how FAST sh...

We couldn't let Paula Radcliffe go to Tokyo without sending you all some bonus material and she has REALLY delivered. Our special guest is Julia Paternain, the surprise bronze medal winner of the Women's Marathon at the World Championships. Julia talks to Paula from inside the Olympic stadium to give you a peek behind the scenes! Plus, listen to Paula and Thommo's reflections on the men's marathon...

In the second part of our Great North Run Specials, Paula Radcliffe and Chris Thompson speak to Belgian Olympic medallist Bashir Abdi who just ran in his FIFTH GNR! Bashir talks about his rocky journey since Paris after suffering a serious injury, missing the joy of running, what he loves about the Great North Run, his Olympic travel HICCUP and how to deal with race day stress. PLUS Bashir gives u...

Episode 6 of the weekly ‘Shakeout’ where we answer your running questions. This week we discuss perimenopause, Good Samaritan runners, what to do if things go wrong in a race, tips to balance family life & running plus Paula's favourite ice cream flavour! We LOVE hearing from you so comment, get in touch with the club to ask any questions on tips for running, marathons, half marathons, 5k, 10k, or...

We have THREE special guests for you this week as Paula and Thommo catch up with Great North Run Founding members Brendan Foster and John Caine plus North East Mayor Kim McGuiness tells us about why it's so special running here. Listen for so many great stories from behind the scenes at the run and it's origins. We based ourselves up there so make sure to WATCH on YouTube to see our amazing view f...

Episode 5 of the weekly ‘Shakeout’ when we answer your running questions. This week we discuss running trainers, doubling up with Marathons, stride lengths, training on holiday and Thommo’s dodgy toe! We LOVE hearing from you so comment, get in touch with the club to ask any questions on tips for running, marathons, half marathons, 5k, 10k, or just a jog. We can help with nutrition, recovery and h...

Eilish McColgan, one of Britain’s most decorated middle and long-distance runners joins Paula Radcliffe & Chris Thompson to talk Great North Run, training at altitude, growing up with Athletics icons like Grete Waitz and the McColgan family name as her 'Normal' (thanks to mum Liz)! Plus, how Eilish came back from injury with alternative training, sharing special career moments with her family and...

Episode 4 of our weekly ’Shakeout’ when we answer your running questions. This week we take a look at cross-training, speed sessions, the hills of The Boston Marathon and what to do if you need the loo while running a Marathon. We LOVE hearing from you so comment below, get in touch with the club to ask any questions on tips for running, marathons, half marathons, 5k, 10k, or just a jog. We can he...