The Running Hub

parkrun last week announced last week that they were removing competitive stats and data from their website.  Is this an inclusivity issue or is this around the gender debate in sport which has been coming up recently?  We invited Running Hub parkrun enthusiast Sammy onto the podcast to discuss the changes and how this impacts runners, what our thoughts are and what parkrun means to us.  Let us kn...

Kelvin Kiptum, the current marathon world record holder, unfortunately passed away on Sunday 11th February in a car accident alongside his coach Gervais Hakizimana.  Kelvin had a short but exciting career in marathon running, where he debuted with the fastest marathon debut of all time. He ran the fastest marathon in history at Chicago and was on track to being the first person to run under 2 hour...

In this weeks episode of the podcast we had Georgi from @georgituckeryoga come on to chat about the benefits of practicing yoga on a weekly basis and how it can transform your running and functional fitness abilities.  Georgi practices yoga, cross fit and running and enjoy applying all three modalities to her weekly routine. Find out how you can become an all round better running by applying yoga...

In this weeks episode we catch you up on where in Thailand we currently are and our recent visit to Kuala Lumpur parkrun in Malayasia.  We then go onto this weeks topic - easy running, which isn't always so easy to master.  We talk about what easy running actually is, how to measure easy runs based on heart rate zones and RPE scales and the importance of the 80/20 rule in running easy.    Join The...

At the end of 2023 we were joined by our resident physio Rudi Chaplin from The Treatment Lab.  Rudi who is a sports rehabilitator and massage therapist is also a keen runner himself. He works with many runners within the Milton Keynes area to keep them on top of their running game and back on the road to recovery if they've picked up any niggles or injuries.  Rudi came onto one of our communities...

In this weeks episode of the podcast we invited Running Hub coached client Tim O'Sullivan onto the podcast to talk about his huge successes with his running journey in 2023.  After a tough period of time, in the summer of 2023, Tim started back training again and focused on all aspects including training, strength, cross training and nutrition.  By the end of the year he'd achieved 10k and half ma...

In today's episode of The Running Hub podcast, we discuss the benefits of group training, being part of a community and sharing our experiences of having trained as parts of groups to help elevate our training and performance.  We also share the top 10 reasons why you should actively look to train with others or be part of a community or club which is going to encourage, support you and push you t...

Our first episode of 2024 all the way from Bangkok, Thailand.  In this episode we sit down to discuss how to start 2024 positively, effectively but also safely.  It's easy to get sucked into the New Year mindset and try to do too much too soon, however here at The Running Hub, we are all about long term consistency and enjoying the process!  Apply for 121 Coaching  Join The Running Hub Community &...

Join us for the final podast episode of 2023 where we review and recap our running years.  This episode also allows you to review your year with prompts and questions to get you thinking.  Thank you for all of your support this year with the podcast, we really appreciate it!  Apply for 121 Coaching  Join The Running Hub Community & The 101 of Marathon Training Course Visit Our Website 

As the year draws to a close, we start to think about 2024 and what the year has in store for us.  We wanted to share our plans with you in relation to training, racing, travel and the community.  Join us for our penultimate episode of the year.  Join The Running Hub Community  Apply for 121 Coaching 

In this weeks episode, we're joined by Naomi as our co-host. She stepped in last minute for James as he was unable to make this week. We chatted about the recent Winter Half Marathon in Milton Keynes, the successes of our members and how the pacers got on helping lots of runners out on the course.  Also, as 2024 is fast approaching we discussed how to shape your running year and how to plan out wh...

In this weeks episode we recap Valencia Marathon which was held on Sunday 3rd December 2023.  Course records and national records were broken proving how fast and good course this can be!  James updates us on his race and what the rest of the year and 2024 will look like.  We're looking forward to seeing lots of you at the Winter Half Marathon this weekend.  Hope you enjoy.  Apply for 121 Coaching...

It's Valencia Marathon Race week for coaches James and Sam.  We sit down to discuss how the guys are feeling ahead of the race, discuss the London Good For Age announcement and how Sydney Marathon has progressed to the next stage of becoming an Abbott World Major.  We finish the episode talking about carb loading, what is it? How endurance can benefit from carb loading and strategies to optimise i...

This week we're joined by Pedro and Lewis, coached members of The Running Hub and what it took to break the 90 minute barrier for the half marathon.  Hear how coach James took different approaches for both athletes to reach the same goal.  If 90 minutes is you're next target, apply for coaching here.   More information check out our website - www.therunninghub.co.uk Join The Running Hub Community...

In this week's episode are we joined by Rebecca from SOAR Running to discuss:  our experiences as women in sport what communities and groups are out there to promote women in sport what we can do to help women feel confident and empowered in running Rebecca is so passionate about running and inclusivity. You'll definitely come away from this conversation feeling inspired and wanting to see how you...

In this weeks episode, coaches of The Running Hub, James and Katie talk about: Our top tips for training through the winter and how to maintain motivation and momentum Recap of the New York City Marathon  The possiblity of a 7th world major? Join The Running Hub team today  Apply for 121 Coaching Check out our new website Free Yoga Sessions with Georgi    Follow us on Instagram - @therunninghubcom...

In this weeks episode of the podcast we are joined by the race director of the Milton Keynes Winter Half Marathon, Kevin Farmer. We chat about how it's the best last race of the year, what they have going on this year to make it a sell out! So be quick, if you haven't already got your bib, register now:  https://mkwinterhalf.com/ - REGISTER HERE!  The Winter Half Course - YouTube Video   Join The...

In this weeks episode we discuss the essentials purchases for runners, including kit, recovery tools and equipment.  Everyone tells you running is free! But as you get more involved and addicted, you find yourself wanting to spend more on the sport you love. Here we go through some of the things we think you should be investing in first and then other things you may want to buy later on down the l...

In this weeks episode of The Running Hub Podcast, we're joined by Coach Sam to discuss some of the things we wish we knew before starting marathon training including:  How to fuel correctly General Nutrition The Taper Time on feet vs distance Controlling pre race nerves   Sign up to the 101 of Marathon Training Course & join the Running Hub Community here.  Apply for 121 Coaching Shop 40% off of t...

In this weeks episode we share James' experience of the Berlin Marathon 2023.  We also talk through the exciting events of Chicago Marathon and the new World Record ran by Kelvin Kiptum.  Marathon Course Waitlist Apply for 121 Coaching Join The Running Hub Community Follow us on Instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @jamesdown1986

In this episode Coach Katie recaps her experience at the Berlin Marathon 2023.  Join us in next weeks episode for James' recap.  Apply for 121 Coaching Marathon Course Waitlist Follow us on Instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @jamesdown1986    

We're currently on holiday, but didn't want you missing out on an episode!  We chat through what you should be doing in a marathon reocvery phase, what we plan to do after Berlin Marathon and also what we've got planned for the rest of the year and our upcoming races.  We'll be back next week with our Berlin Marathon recap so stick around for that.   

The coaches are in Berlin, Germany!  This week we chat through our race week and taper tips including what we plan to do on the lead up to Berlin Marathon.  Follow us on Instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @jamesdown1986 Marathon Course Waitlist Apply for 121 Coaching

In this weeks episode we catch up with Coach Sam.  We chat through the coaches taper for Berlin, Running Hub race results including the Great North Run and catch up with Sam on how he's been getting on with coaching and how his running has been this year.  If you'd like to take advantage of Sam's 50% off your first month of coaching - find some more information here.   

Running Hub member Lynn Smith joins us on the podcast this week to share her story on her journey to achieving her first ultra marathon. Lynn has been with the Hub for a couple of years and taken on a few halfs and full marathons since being with us. She then sprung the next challenge on Coach James by signing up for the Tiree Ultra Marathon and this is where the next adventure began.  Lynn has be...