Welcome to RunPod, the weekly run club you can join simply by listening. In this series Jenni Falconer welcomes special guests who share that passion for running. Together they’ll discuss the challenge, reward and sometimes obsession of pounding the pavement whilst asking what drives us to run, why…

You sometimes have those runs... you feel sluggish and maybe even like you've gone backwards! But that can be a real sign of progress and Jenni is here to explain why!

Ben West is the man behind the inspirational Reasons To Stay. A website where anyone in the world can send a letter to someone thinking about suicide giving them a reason to stay. In just a few months, 4 million letters have been shared and who knows how many lives changed.He is also a huge runner, being an advocate for its benefits for mental health. He even ran the 2026 London Marathon carrying a flag, honouring the names of thousands of people we have tragically lost to suicide.If after listening to episode you feel like you need any kind of help, please reach out to the Samaritans. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, free to call, anytime.Phone: 116 123

The MoneySavingExpert Martin Lewis's full RunPod episode was full of advice from a man who's life revolves around organisation and helping others.In this episode, he offers more inspiration as he answers your questions!

Running shoes can make or break your runs... They can indicate how you run and can even be part of different problems!Jenni is here with all the advice you need when picking an essential piece of kit.Martin Lewis answers your questions on the RunPod Sprint on Wednesday!

Martin Lewis has tirelessly helped the nation for over 2 decades to find new ways to save money. His advice means that he carries the weight of millions on his shoulders... so how does he unwind? Running!Martin even explains a crazy 10 year dedication to fitness... and his 'step nemesis'!An episode full of advice and entertainment, Martin continues to inspire!

Dr Amir Khan's main episode was FULL of incredible insight around the health benefits to running that you might not have heard of... plus his infectious energy!This episode of the RunPod Sprint is not different as he answers all of your questions.

In this weeks version of the Extra Mile we bring you ANOTHER GUEST! Colin Murphy from the Great Run Company joins Jenni to bring you all the information around the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra in the beautiful Lake District.With multiple different categories to join, the 13 Valleys Ultra is a trail run in some of the countries most inspiring scenery, and Colin joins to tell you why you should sign up!

Dr Amir Khan is a face we're all familiar with on daytime TV... Loose Women, Loose Doctors and a source of information for all of us looking for health advice. He's also a huge runner! In this episode, you will learn SO MUCH about the benefits of running that you haven't heard before... including the fact that running actually makes you SMARTER!Having run 10 marathons and using running in his everyday life, this hilarious and entertaining chat has all the inspiration you need!

Mel Bound - creator of This Woman Runs - and her inspirational story of giving women a community to enjoy running freely has led to her recently being awarded an OBE!In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, she answers all of your questions.New special guest episode out this Friday!

That early morning alarm can be daunting... but early morning runs can be some of the most rewarding!Jenni has spent her career as an early riser, so she is the perfect person to give you all the motivation and advice you need to get yourself out there!

Who would of thought that a simple Facebook post asking if anyone fancies a run could lead to one of the worlds largest women's running communities, consisting of over 250,000 people, in 25 cities across the UK!Mel Bound's inspirational story of giving women a community to enjoy running freely has even led to her recently being awarded an OBE!This Woman Runs continues to grow from strength to strength and in this episode, you will hear the incredible story of how we got here... and maybe even a sneak peak of whats to come!

Zoe Lister is the voice behind the viral Nothing beats a jet2 holiday sensation!And on this episode of RunPod Sprint, she answers all of your questions.New guest episode dropping this Friday!

HUGE news for all runners... the London Marathon is getting a whole other day! 2027's version of the London Marathon will be a one off DOUBLE event, taking place on the Saturday and the Sunday!Jenni is here with all the information you need to know...

You've probably heard her voice a million times over the last 2 years... Nothing beats a Jet2 holiday! Zoe Lister is the voice of the viral sensation that took over Tiktok and conquered the world. She is also one of us... a runner!In this episode full of warmth and charm, Zoe tells us how far going viral can take you - and how attending the Manchester Marathon has led her back to the sport that she and her late father loved.

Host of the Bad Boys Running Podcast, David Hellard is a man truly obsessed with running.In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, he answers all of your burning questions!New guest episode dropping this Friday!

Comparison is the thief of joy... and it can also take away the enjoyment and hurt progress.Jenni is back with more inspiration to start your week!New RunPod Sprint this Wednesday.

David Hellard is like us... running obsessed! Host of the Bad Boys Running Podcast and founder of founder of Performance Bullet, he whole life revolves around the sport.A passion that was ignited by the Hash House Harrier's, David tells us his story about falling in love with running and might even let us into a secret surrounding his brand.All that - and he even explains the thoughts behind the Great British Beerathon!

Jonny Davies is the all action ultra marathon runner, whose outlook on fitness and life is a serious source of inspiration!In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, he answers your questions.His full episode is already there to listen to and another guest episode will be with you on Friday!

Recovery runs are essential... low, slow and designed to help your body recover after a tough session. The key word here is gentle!Jenni is here with all the information and advice on how to get the best out of your recovery runs.RunPod Sprint with Jonny Davies drops this Wednesday!

Jonny Davies is an ultra runner that continues to break boundaries and test whats physically possible... running 192km in one go isn't for the feint hearted! Jonny joins Jenni in the studio fresh off of the back off another ultra in Greece - but that didn't stop him running on the morning of the record!With a mental outlook that can only inspire, Jonny has advise that all should listen to.

Rose Harvey is one of British athletics' most extraordinary stories... a former corporate lawyer made redundant during Covid who took up marathon running seriously for the first time at 28. One decision made over a beer in the pub, that changed her life!In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, she answers all of your questions!New guest episode dropping this Friday.

Coming back after an injury can be harder mentally than it is physically... because you just want to get back to running!Jenni is here with all the advice you need when getting back to normality, after coming back from injury recently herself.Rose Harvey's RunPod Sprint is here this Wednesday!

Rose Harvey is one of British athletics' most extraordinary stories... a former corporate lawyer made redundant during Covid who took up marathon running seriously for the first time at 28. One decision made over a beer in the pub changed her life!Within a year she had qualified for her first England team, became British Champion at the 2022 London Marathon, represented GB at the World Championships, and running 2:23:21 at Chicago in 2023 to put herself sixth on the British all-time list. She then competed at the Paris Olympics with a stress fracture in her femur, finishing the race before scans revealed she'd run on a broken thigh bone. Listen for an incredible story of transformation!

Comedian Paul Tonkinson's journey through the Sahara desert for the Marathon des Sables inspired his latest book Running Through Sand.In this episode of the RunPod Sprint, he answers all of your questions! New guest episode released this Friday.

The sunny weather has finally hit the UK with most of us enjoying a glorious bank holiday weekend. But running in the heat brings unique challenges! Jenni is here with the tips to keep safe and on track in the sun.Paul Tonkinson's RunPod Sprint drops on Wednesday!

Paul Tonkinson is the comedian who with just weeks to prepare, snags a place on one of the planets toughest ultra marathons, the Marathon des Sables across the Sahara desert.A story about resilience, opportunity and battling something that will come for us all - age - Paul shares his emotional and entertaining tale about how anyone can overcome seeming huge achievements!His book 'Running Through Sand' is available now!

Christine Hobson's 125 marathon after the age of 60 have taken her to the Antarctic and written her into the Guinness World Record books.A constant source of inspiration, in this RunPod Sprint she answers all of your burning questions!New special guest episode dropping this Friday!

Christine Hobson is an inspiration to all. The now 'TikTok viral' 73 year old set herself a goal at the age of 60 after retirement... run 100 marathons having never run before. She's now at at 125!She's run marathons on every continent on the planet and broke a Guinness World Record on Antarctica and it doesn't stop there!A hero's welcome in Buenos Aires, powerlifting, 'breaking the internet' and taking her husband with her every step of the way - Christine's story is a non stop inspiration that proves there is no need to 'slow down' as you age.

Sophie Raworth is a face we're all familiar with, delivering the nation their news on the BBC.Her new book 'Running On Air' was an instant Sunday Times bestseller and on today's RunPod Sprint, she answers all of your burning questions!Her main episode is ready and to listen to if you haven't already.

Is your recent injury something to worry about? or is it just a niggle?Jenni has recently suffered with injury herself and she is here to bring you all the advice when dealing with injuries yourself.RunPod Sprint with Sophie Raworth coming this Wednesday!

Sophie Raworth is a face we're all familiar with, delivering the nation their news on the BBC.She also is a passionate runner, running some of the world toughest races - including the gruelling Sahara desert Marathon des Sables.Her new book 'Running On Air' was an instant Sunday Times bestseller and on today's episode she joins her close friend Jenni, to talk about all the journeys running has taken her on!An episode full of advice, warmth and stories about juggling a life in the spotlight alongside a passion for sport.

Comedian George Lewis continues his London Marathon breakdown with Jenni, answering all of your questions!His main episode is there to listen to if you haven't already and there will be a new guest episode tomorrow!

You may have just watched the London Marathon and felt a bit inspired... well Jenni is here with all the tips and tricks for getting yourself started on your running journey!And for all those who are already on their way, you might even find some new inspiration in the advice.Happy running!

George Lewis is the stand up comedian whose online skits amass millions of views.He joined Jenni fresh off the back of running last weekends London Marathon with an incredible time of just over 3 hours!A lighthearted look at how you can juggle an successful career, raising 3 kids and also train for one of life's biggest physical challenges - George debriefs on just how special the London Marathon really is!

It's official... this years London Marathon was the biggest in history!Guinness World Records has confirmed that it set a new world record for the most finishers in a marathon, with 59,830 runners crossing the line.Alongside this milestone, GWR also verified 38 individual record-breaking performances across the field - from elite world records to standout costume and inspiring human interest attempts.Not only was it the biggest ever... it pushed the limits of physical human achievement!Sabastian Sawe became the first athlete to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race. The 31-year-old Kenyan crossed the line to win in one hour 59 minutes 30 seconds!Jenni brings you all the record breaking facts to keep you inspired and get you to sign up for next years race.New guest episode dropping this Friday.

Congratulations to all those who ran yesterday's London Marathon! You made it over the line in one of life's toughest challenges and raised a load of money for causes that matter... now it's time for your recovery.Jenni is here with all the advice you need for physical and mental recovery after such an achievement.New guest episode available later in the week.

We're just a matter of days out from the 2026 London Marathon and Jenni brings you a live show from the official Marathon Expo!She is joined on stage by TV presenter Ore Oduba and a man who has run 161 marathons, Akram Shalabi.All that and more... Callum the cabbie is back for 2026, only this year he's running it!We also hear from all of the amazing runners who shared their stories at the Expo ahead of this weekends race.

Dan Hudson is the comedian looking to break a world record at this weekend's London Marathon.... of course, that record is the fastest (man dressed as a) microphone to run a marathon!All to raise money for Marie Curie, who looked after his late Mother with incredible care. Another inspiring human story in our week building up to the big day!New guest episode live tomorrow!

The London Marathon is just days away... and Joe Wicks is running it with Daddy Pig!Peppa Pigs father (yes, a real life Daddy Pig) is running to raise money and awareness for National Deaf Children's Society and Joe Wicks will be alongside him every step of the way!Joe joins Jenni to talk all things fitness ahead of his big race this Sunday.RunPod will be bringing you a new episode every day this week leading up to the big race.

Jordan Adams will be one of those people who leave you puzzled on London Marathon day... how on earth can you run it with a fridge on your back?! But why stop there?He will then straight away, go on to run 32 marathons in 32 days across Ireland alongside his brother - all to raise money and awareness for Familial FTD (a rare genetic form of dementia).In this episode you will hear the tragic yet inspiring story of how the terminal disease has shaped his and his families lives. A truly powerful and moving listen.RunPod bring you an episode a day leading up to this Sunday's marathon.

The London Marathon is just around the corner... you've done all your training and you're just days away, now it's about maintaining and preparing!Jenni is here with all the advice in the days leading up to a big race.We bring you a HUGE week of special guests and marathon content every day leading up to this Sunday, so keep your eyes peeled!

Sunday mornings are nothing without Sean Fletcher. Sunday Morning Live, Good Morning Britain and Countryfile - Sean is a friendly face on all of our TV's and he's running the London Marathon next week… alongside his daughter Lily!They both join Jenni in the studio to talk about completing 3 marathons in 4 weeks, bonding over their new found love for running and raising money for MIND next Sunday!Recorded just days after the Paris Marathon which they took part in, both are in great shape and spirits.Expect an episode full of heart warming stories, followed by a new episode every day next week, leading up to the London Marathon!

Ken Rideout is the former Wall Street executive, boxer, prison guard and opioid addict who since finding running - has gone onto to break records in endurance running in some of the most challenging races on earth.In this RunPod Sprint episode, he answers all of your burning questions!New guest episode out this Friday!

Where you run less, but somehow you feel more nervous than ever!When you have a big distance or a race upcoming, you'll have to slow down and taper your runs in preperation.It's tough to keep mentally on track - but Jenni is here with all the advice you need to stay on track!

Ken Rideout is the former Wall Street executive, boxer, prison guard and opioid addict who since finding running - has gone onto to break records in endurance running in some of the most challenging races on earth.At 52, he became Masters' Marathon World Champion, running 2:29:08 in Chicago, and has since won some of the world's most punishing endurance events, including the 155-mile self-supported Gobi March across the Mongolian desert.Ken's memoir, Everything You Want Is on the Other Side of Hard, tells the full story. With incredible will power, self belief and mental strength, you can overcome all.Expect to be empowered after lsietening!

Megan Boxall is currently in the middle of a mammoth attempt... 200 marathons in 200 days across the coastline of the UK!In this episode, she answers all of your burning questions. Listen back to her full episode if you haven't already!New episode with Ken Rideout dropping this Friday.

You might be training for a marathon... or even just getting out there for your own mental wellbeing, but every run needs to be fueled properly!Jenni is back with all the advice you need to treat your body right as you get the miles in.RunPod Sprint with Megan Boxall out this Wednesday and a new guest episode out this Friday!

Megan Boxall is currently in the middle of a mammoth attempt... 200 marathons in 200 days across the coastline of the UK!Inspired by the story of her late uncle who walked the same distance, Jenni talks to Megan in the middle of her journey - live from a her camper van in a car park Aberdeen - about the highs and lows of a solo journey across all terrains, in all types of weather!Just how breathtaking is our coastline? How has the kindness of strangers made it all possible? and how much money is she raising? Listen to her inspiring story of crippling mental health battles to emotional freedom through the power of running!

The Traitors star Mollie Pearce and The Vamps's Connor Ball are back to answer all of your questions! 5 marathons in 5 days... Mollie and Connor are doing it all for a just cause! Mollie was born with a visible limb difference on her right hand and at 11 was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, which led to surgery to remove her colon. She now lives with a stoma bag, which she affectionately calls “Sid”, and has become a passionate advocate for disability visibility and stoma awareness.

How to keep going when it get's tough... the long runs are the ones that you can dread the most, whether you're building towards a half marathon or a full one.But the longer runs are as much about the mind as they are about the legs! Break it down and small targets make big ones achievable! Jenni is back with the inspiration you need to get out there.RunPod Sprint with Mollie Pearce and Connor Ball out this Wednesday and a new guest episode out this Friday!

The Traitors star Mollie Pearce and The Vamps's Connor Ball relationship began when he visited Dancing on Ice during her series - and now he's supporting her physically, as she raises money and awareness.5 marathons in 5 days... Mollie and Connor are doing it all for a just cause! Mollie was born with a visible limb difference on her right hand and at 11 was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, which led to surgery to remove her colon. She now lives with a stoma bag, which she affectionately calls “Sid”, and has become a passionate advocate for disability visibility and stoma awareness.Listen in for an conversation about determination and the importance of visibility around disability and exercise!