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Paula's Run Club

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Paula Radcliffe and Chris 'Thommo' Thompson are inviting you to join our club as part of our Leaves, Laces & Long Runs Autumn Build up series. No matter what you're training for, we are here to support you every step of the way!

Paula Radcliffe is regarded as one of the greatest female distance runners of our generation. The multiple medal winner and world record holder - including the women’s marathon record for 17 years - has continued her passion for running since retiring in 2015. Chris Thompson is one of the UK's most prolific distance runners for over 25 years.

Every Monday, we will bring 45 mins of high energy entertainment with a community spirit. An inclusive, unintimidating experience where people will learn from each other, helping understand quirks and developing coping mechanisms for all levels. On a Thursday we have The Shakeout where we answer audience questions.

Each week Paula and Chris will discuss many different aspects of running from nutrition to hydration from motivation to training tips, all based around a running community. They will address the anxieties and uncertainties we all feel surrounding running.

Paula and Chris will bring you some of the biggest names that also want to be part of their running community. Regular guests like Steve Peters, Harry Judd and Jill Scott will also be joined by some of the stars from sport and entertainment who will tell you why they run and what motivates them whether it be for fun, health or mental wellbeing.

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  • Today · 30 min

    Chicago Marathon Secrets: Run Faster, Fuel Smarter & Enjoy the Race with Marian Sutton

    Chicago is flat, fast — and full of stories. 🏃‍♀️💨 Two time winner Marian Sutton takes us inside one of the world’s most iconic marathons, sharing her favourite Chicago memories, course insights and hard-earned lessons from years in elite running. From training and race strategy to hydration, carb loading and staying mentally strong, Marian reveals how to prepare for race day — and why, when it all comes down to it, you should enjoy the race and have fun. Whether you're chasing a PB or taking on Chicago for the first time, this episode is packed with practical advice, memorable stories and plenty of marathon wisdom (and honey!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 10 min

    Paula's Run Club - The Weekend Round Up

    Welcome to the first of our Weekend Round Up Bonus episodes where we showcase what our wonderful Run Club Listeners have been up to. This episode is all about the Kielder Marathon and it sounds so good! Have a listen and get inspired. Here's the details to get in touch: EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Monday · 1 hr 8 min

    Stay Focused When Disaster Happens: Hayden Wilde on Resilience & Recovery

    Injuries. Setbacks. Plans going completely sideways. Welcome to elite sport. In this episode, we sit down with triathlon star Hayden Wilde to talk about what happens when your carefully mapped-out training plan suddenly gets thrown out the window. From his journey into triathlon and his first major championship to the Tokyo accident and the road back, Hayden shares the highs, lows, and lessons learned along the way. We get into staying focused when disaster strikes, adapting when Plan A is no longer an option, keeping things in perspective, and—perhaps most importantly—remembering to actually enjoy the ride. Expect plenty of honest stories, practical mindset tips, and a reminder that you never quite know where the road (or bike, or swim, or run) is going to take you. PLUS Wild Nutrition are giving Paula’s Run Club listeners an exclusive 50% off for three months and a free personal consultation with a nutritional therapist. Just go to https://wildnutrition.com/paula to get started. T&Cs apply We'd love to hear from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Wahoo KICKR RUN Honour's Board which has now moved to The Shakeout episode on a Thursday. Don't forget you can also WATCH & comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 28 · 1 hr 6 min

    Brave Enough to Try: Helen Skelton on Adventure, Resilience & Pushing Boundaries

    Welcome to Week 5 of our Leaves, Laces & Long Runs series! From running marathons to kayaking through the Amazon and taking on extreme environments, TV Presenter Helen Skelton knows a thing or two about stepping outside her comfort zone. In this inspiring conversation, Helen shares what adventure has taught her about bravery, endurance, teamwork and mental resilience.Discover why sometimes bravery and stupidity sit surprisingly close together, how breaking huge challenges into small, achievable goals can keep you going, and why embracing discomfort can help us feel truly alive. A powerful conversation about trying, failing, supporting one another and discovering what we’re capable of when we dare to push our boundaries. PLUS Wild Nutrition are giving Paula’s Run Club listeners an exclusive 50% off for three months and a free personal consultation with a nutritional therapist. Just go to wildnutrition.com/paula to get started. T&Cs apply We'd love to hear from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Wahoo KICKR RUN Honour's Board which has now moved to The Shakeout episode on a Thursday. Don't forget you can also WATCH & comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 24 · 34 min

    Marathon Turns, Training Tips & Running Tech | Paula’s Run Club Weekly Shakeout

    Join Paula and Thommo for another Wahoo KICKR RUN weekly Shakeout as they dive into your questions, the latest happenings in athletics, marathon training and the running community. This week, Paula and Thommo reflect on the Athlos meet in London, discuss some standout performances and debate the importance of keeping athletics inclusive. They also tackle your running questions, including how to handle tight hairpin turns during a marathon, with practical advice for anyone taking on a challenging course. AND, they discuss preparing for a marathon just eight weeks after a half marathon, managing expectations, building confidence and using previous marathon training to your advantage. There’s also a first look at Thommo’s new Wahoo KICKR RUN, including its technology and safety features, plus we're excited about an upcoming virtual running experience...! PLUS: You can get a free Headwind Smart Fan that connects to the treadmill via Bluetooth when you buy a KICKR Run. Use the code PAULASRUNCLUB at https://www.wahoofitness.com And as always, the Wahoo KICKR RUN Honours Board celebrates some inspiring members of the running community. 📩 Got a question, running story or someone you think deserves a place on the Honours Board? Get in touch with Paula’s Run Club!🏃 Listen. Run. Share. Be part of the conversation. AND: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 23 · 46 min

    Families on Track: Running Together, Growing Together 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

    Join Paula and Thommo for this special Families on Track episode, celebrating the joy of running together as a family. We explore how taking part in running events can bring families closer, build confidence and help children discover a lifelong love of being active. We’re joined by a family and school team to hear about their experiences, what motivates young runners, and how parents can make running fun, inclusive and enjoyable for everyone. We also share practical tips for young runners, chat about the importance of participation over performance, and look ahead to exciting future adventures.Whether your family is taking its first steps into running or already loves getting involved in events, this episode is packed with inspiration, encouragement and plenty of family fun. 🎧 Listen, Watch, share and join the conversation! Don't forget the Immufix offer available at immufix.com. The code is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months Paula personally requests you to please keep sending videos and photos. We think they're brilliant. We'd love to hear more from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 21 · 56 min

    Summing Up the Summer: From High Altitude to Great North Blisters, Our Summer Review

    Welcome to Week 4 of our Leaves, Laces & Long Runs series where we are looking ahead to Nairobi hosting the World Championships. Sitting at a lung-burning altitude, it begs the ultimate question: is Thommo a genetic 'Super Responder' to thin air, or just really good at gasping for breath? We dive deep into the real value of altitude training and serve up some crucial, last-minute marathon tips for your next big race. Plus, we tackle the big debates from the Ultimate Championships. Was it weakened by missing events? Was the black grass a success or a weird miss? From Klaudia Kazimierska’s meteoric rise to Eilish McColgan battling brutal blisters at the Great North Run, we review the absolute best stories of the summer. Oh, and the moment you’ve all been waiting for: has Thommo finally faced his fears and stepped into the ice bath?! 🥶 PLUS: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months. We'd love to hear more from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 17 · 36 min

    Paula's Run Club - The Shakeout sponsored by Wahoo

    Bears, Blisters and Blood Sugar levels... welcome to this week's Shakeout episode which we are now proud to announce is sponsored by Wahoo! We hope you're not squeamish as we hear about one listener's bursting foot blisters, another is worried about fainting - could it be low blood sugar? - and we also have a bear-y (sorry)! important update on what to do if you encounter a grizzly on your running route. PLUS we're asked for advice on running both the Amsterdam marathon and for Kielder which links nicely into our exciting new partnership with Wahoo, the Premier Treadmill specialists because their KICKR RUN will help your indoor running become a crucial training method to help you to achieve your goals outdoor. Find out more at https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills The Wahoo sponsored Honours board is a special one as we celebrate our Prime Minister AND a fabulous Mayor. Keep sending us your Honours Board mentions either for someone else you're proud of, or even for yourself! AND: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months We'd love to hear more from you with your questions & comments and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 10 · 36 min

    Paula's Run Club - the Shakeout, sponsored by Wahoo

    Welcome to this week's Shakeout episode which we are now proud to announce is sponsored by Wahoo! In this week's episode, we are asked for specific advice about running the Berlin marathon, how to deal with sacral stress fractures and advice for running with menopause pain - should you take a break or continue on the Ultra training journey...! Plus, Paula is all inspired to do the Auckland marathon after we were sent some amazing pics of there and beautiful Queenstown in New Zealand, Thommo is at the great north run but might be a bit squeezed for time to do a Shakeout so it's all eyes on Paula for Kielder! We also welcome Sarah who is new to listening to the pod and asks for advice on fuelling amongst the minefield of nutrition bars, gels and liquids! On the Wahoo sponsored Honours board we celebrate a special centenary and we also have a very humbling nomination. We're so excited by our new partnership with Wahoo, the Premier Treadmill specialists because their KICKR RUN will help your indoor running become a crucial training method to help you to achieve your goals outdoor. Find out more at https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills Send us your Honours Board mentions either for someone else you're proud of, or even for yourself - it's ok to congratulate yourself and it's definitely ok for Paula and Thommo to do it! AND: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months We'd love to hear more from you with your questions & comments and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 7 · 1 hr 3 min

    Running Happy Miles with Coach Chris Bennett

    Running Happy Miles is an episode that won't fail to put a smile on your face as Paula and Thommo talk with the inspirational Nike Running Global Head Coach, Chris Bennett. Coach Bennett regales us with tales of the origin of the Nike name, how Coach Bennett became Coach Bennett and who inspires him as a runner. We also talk about meditative runs - you might be doing it and not realise! - running for confidence and his biggest bit of advice to get through the training block - don't normalise the extraordinary! Plus running around airports and not getting arrested... If you want to hear more from Coach Bennett then he has a book out now: 'This Is About Running. This Is Not About Running.: Lessons for Between and Beyond the Start and Finish Line' https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/this-is-about-running-this-is-not-about-running-lessons-for-between-and-beyond-the-start-and-finish-line-chris-bennett?variant=56399423013243 PLUS: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months We'd love to hear more from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 3 · 30 min

    Paula's Run Club - the Shakeout

    Welcome to the weekly Shakeout of Paula's Run Club! In this episode Paula and Thommo talk Jakob Ingebrigtsen and the Norwegian method after we received listener requests to get him on the pod. Thommo talks us through the biggest lesson he learnt from his first marathon, Thommo asks Paula who she would choose to have a dream dinner with and which is their favourite marathon? We also try to get to the bottom of who ran Berlin the fastest... Plus, we get Paula's secrets of how she plans ahead for a race. Send us your Honours Board mentions either for someone else you're proud of, or even for yourself - it's ok to congratulate yourself and it's definitely ok for Paula and Thommo to do it! We'd love to hear more from you with your questions & comments and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. PLUS: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 31 · 51 min

    Amanal Petros: Jogging home for Gold

    Welcome to week 1 of our new Autumn series which we're starting off with a bang! We are lucky enough to be joined by Amanal Petros who has just won his first-ever major title with a championship record in the men’s marathon at the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships. Amanal didn’t just survive a very tough course, he thrived on it! He shares insights into his training in Kenya and high altitude benefits, race strategies for tough courses & weather conditions and his preparation for the Frankfurt marathon. Discover how he prepares for tough courses, manages heat and humidity - Tokyo was both the toughest and easiest!- and his mindset for success. We'd love to hear from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board which has now moved to The Shakeout episode on a Thursday. Don't forget you can also comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 27 · 26 min

    Paula's Run Club - The Shakeout

    Welcome to this week's Shakeout episode! We have a disclaimer to make before you listen because we obviously recorded this before Paula was thwarted in her attempt to fly to Sydney, therefore some of the conversation around the in-person Shakeout run has changed. Please keep an eye on our social pages for up-to-date information and to find out where in the world, Paula is!We also hear from our listeners who ask for advice on what training area to focus on in order to build endurance to turn underlying pace in to a sub-4 marathon pace and whether their limiter is fitness, pacing or fuelling. We also talk about how to ensure breakfast works for you ahead of a race and how to fuel efficiently. Send us your Honours Board mentions either for someone else you're proud of, or even for yourself - it's ok to congratulate yourself and it's definitely ok for Paula and Thommo to do it! We'd love to hear more from you with your questions & comments and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. PLUS: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 25 · 26 min

    Little Bags & Budgie Smugglers - A Bonus Episode!

    A 60-mile run, a stage four cancer diagnosis, and a charity challenge that blew past its funding goal are at the heart of this special extra episode from Paula's Run Club. Michael Long joins Paula Radcliffe and Thommo to share the story behind his “Spice Up the Miles” run from Perth to Glasgow and the little acts of kindness powering it all. Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/michael-long-3?utm_term=xR9Gd6k4d&utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL There's a reminder that Paula is heading to the Sydney marathon so please let us know if you're there too as we would love to do an audience Shakeout run if you’re around! We'd love to hear more from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. PLUS: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 24 · 59 min

    The Record Breaking Swede

    It's week 17 of our summer series, Here Comes the Run and, in this episode, Swedish middle and long-distance runner Andreas Almgren shares insights from his recent European Championships record-breaking 10,000 meters race - did he plan to go out that fast?! - his transition to marathon running, and his training strategies for upcoming races including, rather excitingly, the New York Marathon. Discover how top athletes like Andreas plan their training, fuelling, and race tactics to achieve peak performance. PLUS We have a brilliant listener offer for you: Wild Nutrition are giving Paula’s Run Club listeners an exclusive 50% off for three months and a free personal consultation with a nutritional therapist. Just go to wildnutrition.com/paula to get started. T&Cs apply We'd love to hear from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board which has now moved to The Shakeout episode on a Thursday. Don't forget you can also comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 20 · 32 min

    Paula's Run Club brings you The Shakeout

    Welcome to a special Shakeout episode where we mix things up a little bit and start with a European Athletics Champs themed Honours Board. There's so much to celebrate from the tournament including Georgia Hunter-Bell in the 1500m and Marathon bronze medallist Abbie Donnelly.. we’ve also put out an alert for a lost mascot teddy! There's a reminder that Paula is heading to the Sydney marathon so please let us know if you're there too as we would love to do an audience Shakeout run if you’re around?? We also hear from our listeners who ask for advice on how to balance running for emotional reasons without putting so much pressure on yourself that you lose the joy, we talk super shoes again - how to find the best ones, plus 5k or 10k training runs and how to fit strength workouts into a busy work schedule. Plus, a debut from possibly our youngest listener who is very proud of his homegrown tomatoes! We'd love to hear more from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board and don't forget you can also WATCH and comment on the episode on YouTube. The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 17 · 58 min

    Operation Jog On

    This week on the Run Club we've got something slightly different for you as we speak to Inspector Liz Warner from West Mercia Police about their new initiative 'Operation Jog On'. Running safety is something that matters to all of us in our community so we wanted to bring you an episode where we can find out what is being done to help people run with more confidence and security. Jog On is a campaign focused on tackling perpetrator behaviour on our streets, which often creates barriers to women running and a survey carried out by the University of Worcester found that 68% of female runners said they had experienced some form of harassing behaviour. Download now for an insightful and balanced interview with Inspector Liz Warner and do get in touch with your experiences too. You can find more information here: https://www.westmercia.police.uk/police-forces/west-mercia-police/areas/west-mercia/campaigns/campaigns/VAWG/jog-on/ PLUS We have a brilliant listener offer for you: Wild Nutrition are giving Paula’s Run Club listeners an exclusive 50% off for three months and a free personal consultation with a nutritional therapist. Just go to wildnutrition.com/paula to get started. T&Cs apply. We'd love to hear from you with your questions, comments and nominations for the Honour's Board which has now moved to The Shakeout episode on a Thursday. Don't forget you can also comment on the episode on YouTube. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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