The Runna Podcast

Join Coach Ben Parker and Anya Culling every Friday as they deep-dive into running with Olympians, world-class coaches, and inspiring runners - from Romesh Ranganathan to Alex Yee and Lucy Charles-Barclay. Expect captivating stories, hilarious mishaps, and actionable coaching tips (incl. weekly tips from Olympian Steph Davis) on training, injury prevention, mindset, recovery, and performance. Whether it’s your first 5K or a marathon PB, we’ll fuel your next run. New episodes every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Runna Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Runna, with 127 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #124

  The Broadway Star Who Ran A Marathon, Then Performed Two Shows That Night! | Jordan Litz

  Aug 20, 202650 minS1

  Jordan Litz went from the US Olympic Trials in swimming to becoming the longest-running Fiyero in Wicked's history, first on Broadway and now in the West End's 20th anniversary production. Anya sits down with Jordan to talk about the wildest crossover of endurance and performance: running the New York City Marathon last year and then walking straight onto the Wicked stage for two full shows, forty minutes after crossing the finish line. Jordan talks about the discipline that carried him from a black line in a swimming pool to eight shows a week on stage, training for a marathon around fatherhood and a demanding schedule with Runna, and why he's changing everything for a redemption run at the 2026 New York City Marathon. In this episode: Pool to Stage: US Olympic Trials swimmer to Broadway's longest-running Fiyero ️ Marathon Meets Matinee: NYC Marathon followed by two Wicked performances, same day High-Performance Repetitiveness: 1,800 shows, 20 years of swimming, and what consistency really takes ‍‍ Time Management: Training with Runna around eight shows a week and being a dad The Redemption Arc: Chasing a faster marathon (and Harry Styles) in 2026 New episodes every Friday with Olympians, World Record Holders, and inspiring voices from the running community. Try Runna FREE for 2 weeks with code PODCAST26: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=PODCAST26 Watch the full episode → youtube.com/@therunnapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #123

  Joe Wicks: "You Never Regret a Workout" | How to Start Running, Marathon Training & Getting the Nation Moving

  Aug 13, 202656 minS1

  Joe Wicks, aka The Body Coach, joins Ben and Anya on The Runna Podcast to discuss his journey with running, how movement serves as medicine for mental health, and why he’s on a mission to get 50,000 people moving in 2026. From launching the viral "PE with Joe" sessions to mastering the "Jeffing" run/walk method and smashing a sub-20 minute 5K with Mo Farah, Joe shares honest, actionable advice for runners of all levels. Whether you are new to marathon training, looking for running motivation to improve your daily routine, this conversation covers it all! In this episode, we explore: ‍♂️ Running as Medicine: How exercise shaped Joe’s life from childhood and why he believes it can transform anyone's wellbeing. ‍♂️ What is Jeffing?:  Discover the run/walk method that makes marathon running and long-distance goals accessible to everyone. PE with Joe: A behind-the-scenes look at the first lockdown morning that reached over a million live viewers. Consistency & Motivation : Joe’s philosophy on why the "zero to one" person matters most and why you should set goals publicly. Beyond the Finish Line: Why Joe’s current goal to get 50,000 people moving matters more than any PB. New episodes every Friday with Olympians, World Record Holders, and inspiring voices from the running community. Try Runna FREE for 2 weeks with code PODCAST26: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=PODCAST26 Watch the full episode → youtube.com/@therunnapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #122

  Anna Archer on Marathon Training, Body Image & Self-Belief | "Beating Yourself Up Brings Nothing Good to You"

  Aug 6, 202649 minS1

  Four years ago, Anna Archer ran her first marathon with Runna. She finished in 5:27, cried at 30K, and swore she'd never do it again. She's now done five. Her most recent was 3:59. Anya and Ben sit down with runner and content creator Anna Archer for one of the most honest conversations we've had about marathon running, body image and how life-changing running can be. Anna talks about flipping her platform from diet content to mental health in her early twenties, learning the difference between running for freedom and running for control, and why no pressure was the thing that finally unlocked her best race. In this episode: ‍♀️ Marathon Training: 5:27 to 3:59 - four years of progression and what actually changed in her running performance. Running & Mental Health - using running to regulate your emotions, not punish or control your body. Body Image & Sport Performance = "What can my body do rather than what does my body look like?" From Diet Content to Running Inspiration - how Anna flipped her platform and found an audience that needed something different. Marathon Strategy & Mindset - why her best marathon came when she stopped focusing on the result. ⭐ Consistency Over Motivation - "You'll Accidentally Be Amazing" - why showing up is the only strategy you need. New episodes every Friday with Olympians, World Record Holders, and inspiring voices from the running community. Try Runna FREE for 2 weeks with code PODCAST26: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=PODCAST26 Watch the full episode → youtube.com/@therunnapodcast *Please note, this episode contains references to disordered eating and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a healthcare professional for support.* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #121

  Running in Hot Weather: How to Adapt & Still Hit Your PBs

  Jul 30, 202630 minS1

  Does heat training actually make you faster? Running in hot weather isn't about pushing harder - it's about adjusting smarter. This week, Ben and Anya break down the science behind heat acclimatisation: what's happening to your body when temperatures rise, why adaptation kicks in faster than most runners expect, and the five practical adjustments that actually make the difference - when and where to run, how to reset your pace, what to wear, how to hydrate, and when to dial it back. What You’ll Learn:  ☀️ Why running in the heat feels so hard - and why that's actually a good sign The science behind heat adaptation and VO2 max gains What to wear to stay cool, comfortable, and chafe-free How to hydrate and fuel properly in hot weather How Runna's Adapt for Heat feature automatically adjusts your paces Safety tips and knowing when to stop Want to give Runna a go? Try it FREE for 2 weeks with code: PODCAST26 https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=PODCAST26 Follow for more running content: Instagram → @runna TikTok → @runna Watch more episodes → @therunnapodcast  Data sources: Runna Customer Product Survey (2026), Lorenzo (2010) via GOREWEAR & Runners Connect - runnersconnect.net/heatacclimatization, The Weather Channel (2025) - weather.com, iRunFar (2021) - irunfar.com/handle-the-heat-heat-acclimation-for-endurance-running Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #120

  Josh Kerr on Breaking the World Record & the Incredible Mindset Behind It

  Jul 24, 202624 minS1

  "I knew exactly what was wrapped under the tree. I just had to go downstairs and open it." This week on The Runna Podcast, Izzy speaks to Olympic and World medallist Josh Kerr just days after he broke the men's world record for the mile. Josh's run made history: the first British-held mile world record since Roger Bannister's era, run in front of a home crowd of 60,000 people. But this conversation goes beyond the stopwatch. Josh shares how he came back from a serious calf injury in Tokyo, why he announced his goal to the world before he knew he could pull it off, and how he learned to sit with doubt instead of fighting it. In this episode: The Fastest Mile Ever: 3:42:66, and what it took to get there "Analysis Is Your Paralysis": The Mindset Behind a World Record Going Public: Announcing the Goal Before He'd Achieved It The Comeback: Coming Back From a Serious Calf Injury in Tokyo "Don't Let Anyone Tell You, You Can't Do It": His Advice for Anyone Chasing a Big Goal Try Runna FREE for 2 weeks with code PODCAST26: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=PODCAST26 Watch the full episode → youtube.com/@therunnapodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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