The Runna Podcast

On this week’s episode of The Runna Podcast, we sit down with Richard Whitehead MBE - double Paralympic gold medalist, four-time world champion, and world-record marathoner - to hear how he turned barriers into breakthroughs. We cover: 👦 Growing up with a disability & discovering sport through swimming and gymnastics 🏃‍♂️ Running his first marathon at 28 - with brand new prosthetics 🌙 Secre...

At just 17 years old, Marcus Skeet, known online as The Hull Boy, became the youngest person ever to run the full length of the UK (LEJOG): 837 miles from Land’s End to John o’ Groats. But the real story isn’t about the miles - it’s about why he ran them. After his dad was diagnosed with early-onset dementia, Marcus spiralled into severe OCD, intrusive thoughts, and depression. He couldn’t leave h...

This week on The Runna Podcast, Ben and Anya break down the 12 most common mistakes runners make, from training to racing, recovery to mindset, and how to avoid them. Whether you’re new to running or chasing a new PB, this episode is packed with professional coaching tips to help you train smarter, race better, and recover stronger. We cover: ❌ The training mistake nearly every runner makes in Ja...

This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by two-time Olympian Elise Cranny and American record holder in the indoor 5000m. From her breakthrough moment as a college athlete at Stanford to representing Team USA in both Tokyo and Paris, Elise opens up about the mental shifts that transformed her career and the mindset it took to not just reach the top, but stay there. Mindset has the power to ma...

In this week’s episode of The Runna Podcast , we’re joined by Aimee Fuller , two-time Winter Olympian, X Games trailblazer, and now one of the most recognizable voices in sports broadcasting. We cover everything from: 🎿 The “love and passion” that gave Aimee the ability to chase her Snowboarding Olympic dreams and land the first ever women’s double backflip 🎤 Finding purpose in broadcasting and...

In this episode of The Runna Podcast , we’re joined by Alexandra Bell, Olympic 800m finalist and one of British athletics’ most resilient middle-distance runners. We unpack: 📞 What it felt like getting the call up to compete in Tokyo just one week before the Olympics  🚧 Stepping away from the track and proving herself in longer distances  🌱 Exploring her identity beyond running and fi...

In this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Dominique Scott, a two-time Olympian, five-time NCAA champion, and one of South Africa’s fastest-ever distance runners. From her early running days in South Africa to competing on the world stage, Dominique shares insights into her journey through collegiate dominance, professional racing, and Olympic competition. We unpack: 🏃‍♀️ Growing up in...

In this episode of The Runna Podcast , we’re joined by Dame Flora Duffy. Flora is an Olympic gold medallist, 5x Olympian, and the most decorated athlete in Bermuda’s history. From her childhood on a 21-square-mile island to making history in Tokyo, Flora reflects on a career defined by relentless resilience, off-road domination, and representing her country. We unpack: 🏊‍♀️ How discovering triath...

What does it take to run 50 marathons in 50 states all in one year and then follow it with 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days?  On this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Wyatt Moss, whose pursuit to “live the greatest day ever, every day” took him across the globe.  From missing flights and running out of money, to pushing his grandma across the finish line in a wheelchair...

What does it take to go from Olympic rejection to becoming the fastest woman to ever win Ironman Kona? This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Lucy Charles-Barclay, the 2023 Ironman World Champion and Kona course record holder. From missing out on the 2012 Olympics as a competitive swimmer and being rejected for a British pro triathlon licence, to finishing 2nd at Ironman Kona four times b...

In this episode of The Runna Podcast , we’re joined by entrepreneur, ultramarathoner, and media powerhouse Randi Zuckerberg , fresh off completing her sixth World Marathon Major in Tokyo . As CEO of Zuckerberg Media, mother of three, and now a Cocodona 250 trainee, Randi opens up about what running has taught her—not just about physical endurance, but about presence, perseverance, and the joy of s...

In this episode of The Runna Podcast, we sit down with Romesh Ranganathan, fresh off the finish line of his second London Marathon. World-renowned comedian Romesh takes us behind the scenes of his marathon journey—from training to race day antics. He shares how his relationship with running has evolved, from hating school cross-country to completing his second marathon. Along the way, he set perso...

What happens when you don’t just challenge expectations—but set out to break the rules entirely? In this episode of The Runna Podcast , we sit down with Oli Paterson (aka El Burrito) just days after running a 2:52 marathon . Having turned his life around from addiction and weighing 135kg, Oli is now on a mission to defy the limits that coaches, data, and even physics claim a 100kg+ runner can achi...

This week on The Runna Podcast , we’re joined by Cal Calamia—a California-based marathoner, educator, activist, and now the first non-binary athlete in history to podium at all six World Marathon Majors. After stepping away from collegiate running, Cal returned not just to compete, but to transform the sport. With their podium finish in London on April 27th 2025, they’ve now made history —all whil...

Recorded live from the Runna Race Hub, this special episode of The Runna Podcast dives into the LDN Marathon with Anya Culling–elite runner, Runna coach and lululemon ambassador. We unpack every part of race day—from Anya’s championship start to crowd highlights, emotional moments, and how she executed her race plan to perfection on what turned out to be a hot and testing day for all runners. She...

How do you build a mindset so powerful that nothing life throws at you can hold you back? This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by the unstoppable Helen Skelton—broadcaster, adventurer, mum of three, and true superwoman. Known for saying yes to the wildest challenges—from kayaking 2,010 miles solo down the Amazon to cycling to the South Pole—Helen has become an inspiration for what’s possib...

The countdown is on! With just 48 hours to go until the London Marathon, what really matters most? In this short episode of The Runna Podcast, pro marathoner Anya Culling and coach Ben Parker cover everything you could want to know in the final two days before race day—delivered in just 8 essential tips. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned marathoner, this is your go-to checklist for feelin...

From one event with 13 runners to a global movement that’s transformed lives—this is the story of how parkrun came to be. This week on The Runna Podcast , we’re joined by Paul Sinton-Hewitt , the founder of parkrun , to hear the inspiring story behind one of the world’s most powerful community movements. What started as a small time trial during a difficult period in Paul’s life became a lifeline—...

Answering every question you could possibly have ahead of your next marathon! This week on The Runna Podcast, we bring you the ultimate pre-marathon race guide, packed with tangible, actionable advice from pro marathon runner Anya Culling and Head Coach Ben Parker. We’re joined by Izzy, who’s gearing up for her upcoming 26.2 miles. She shares how she’s feeling, what she’s nervous about, and asks t...

This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Ben Felton, the chef-turned-runner who’s bridging the gap between elite athlete and content creator. With a 66-minute half marathon PB and a 2:24 marathon, Ben doesn’t just run fast—he captures it all on film, offering rare first-person insights into the world of high-performance racing. 🔥 A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to train and race...

What happens when doctors say you'll never run again—and you go on to complete 30 marathons, 7 ultramarathons, and a 100K race? This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Latoya Shauntay Snell. From working as a chef in New York City to facing chronic illness and being forced to stop, Latoya’s story is one of resilience and redefining what’s possible. 💥 Defying the Odds – From a life-changin...

In this week’s episode of The Runna Podcast , we sit down with the hilarious Joel Dommett—comedian, TV presenter, and marathon runner! Best known as the host of The Masked Singer , Joel has a knack for making us laugh and captivating us on screen. But did you know that he also took on the challenge of running the London Marathon in a full piranha costume? Yep, you heard that right! From his comedi...

What does it take to turn tragedy into triumph? This week on The Runna Podcast, we sit down with Billy Monger —a racing prodigy turned endurance athlete whose resilience has shattered expectations. At just 10 years old, Billy was a rising star in motorsport, winning the British Championship and competing in British F4. But in 2017, at just 17 years old, his life changed in an instant after a high-...

This week on The Runna Podcast , in honour of International Women’s Day , we’re joined by Lola Anderson —Olympic gold medalist, World Champion, and a powerhouse in women’s sport. From 13-year-old Lola watching London 2012, dreaming of Olympic glory, to the final winning stroke in Paris, we unravel the journey of turning a childhood dream into reality—and everything that came with it. 🚣 A race for...

How do you come back from a career-threatening injury when giving up isn’t an option? This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Tim Don—a two-time Olympian, four-time World Champion, and the man who set the Ironman World Record in 2017 before a devastating accident changed his life. Days before the 2017 Ironman World Championships in Kona, Tim was hit by a truck while cycling, breaking his n...