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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 mar... more

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New York Marathon BONUS POD ALERT!

In this New York preview episode of Paula's Run Club Paula & Thommo meet marathon legend Meb Keflezighi.

They talk about his celebrated career and community work - and of course his marathon wins in NYC in 2009, p... more

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Welcome to Week 9 of Leaves, Laces, and Long Runs on Paula's Run Club with Paula Radcliffe and Christopher Thompson

This week, we are full-on previewing the 50th anniversary of the TCS New York City Marathon! We take a trip through all five boroughs... more

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Paula and Thommo react to the news that Olympic and World Championships marathon gold medallist Peres Jepchirchir has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit after an out-of-competition sample tested positive for EPO.

Plus all t... more

Marathon training doesn’t happen in a vacuum — life, family and unexpected challenges don’t stop just because race day is approaching.In this episode of The Wahoo KICKR RUN Weekly Shakeout, Paula and Thommo explore how to keep running when life gets ... more

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Recent Guests

Meb Keflezighi
Marathon champion, Olympic silver medalist and founder of the MEB Foundation
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Episode: Taking On New York, and Giving Back - Meb Keflezighi BONUS POD
Dathan Ritzenhein
Former U.S. 5,000-meter record holder, Olympian and head coach of OAC Boulder
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Episode: Going Big in The Big Apple - Dathan Ritzenhein's New York Marathon Guide
Spencer Matthews
Television personality, entrepreneur and host of Untapped; amateur marathon runner
Episode: Negative Splits, Positive Results 🏃‍♀️ with Spencer Matthews
Gemma Hillier-Moses
Trail running champion, cancer rehabilitation specialist and founder of Move Against Cancer
Move Against Cancer
Episode: From Cancer to Trail Running Champion: Gemma Hiller-Moses
Marian Sutton
Chicago Marathon winner (1996, 1997) and notable British marathon runner
Former professional athlete
Episode: Chicago Marathon Secrets: Run Faster, Fuel Smarter & Enjoy the Race with Marian Sutton
Hayden Wilde
Olympic silver medalist in triathlon
Triathlon Athlete
Episode: Stay Focused When Disaster Happens: Hayden Wilde on Resilience & Recovery
Helen Skelton
Adventurer, presenter and endurance athlete who has completed multiple extreme challenges
Independent/Media appearances
Episode: Brave Enough to Try: Helen Skelton on Adventure, Resilience & Pushing Boundaries
Miss Merritt
Run Club leader at St Barnabas Church of England Primary School
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Episode: Families on Track: Running Together, Growing Together 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
Sophie Bell (Sophia Bell)
Participant in Families on Track, associated with Auntie Al
Events for the North / Auntie Al
Episode: Families on Track: Running Together, Growing Together 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Hosts

Paula Radcliffe
Host of Paula's Run Club and related spin-offs; long-time elite distance runner and public figure in endurance sports
Christopher Thompson
Co-host with Paula, long-time distance runner with a focus on training philosophy and community engagement

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 280 ratings
  • Paula is unreal

    You forget what Paula has achieved and how great she was. She really relates to all runners and makes this podcast brilliant. The guy tends to go off on a tangent and waffle quite a lot but overall one of the best podcasts around

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Titcherners wound
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Sugarless gels

    Hi Paula and Tomo - Great podcast, I listen to it all the time on my runs! Regarding the listener who was for advice on sugarless nutrition for marathons, there is a brand of gel quite popular now called UCAN that does not contain sugar. Its whole premise is that it uses a slow release super starch that fuels you for longer without the blood sugar spikes that accompanies traditional gels. Elite athletes like Dakotah Popehn, Sara Hall, and Meb Keflezighi use it. You should check it out! Happy run... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jwu5062
    United States7 months ago
  • Fabulous running podcast!

    Solid five stars running podcast, full of brilliant tips and camaraderie. (Please get rid / significantly reduce the volume of the TradeCentreUK adverts: so loud and piercing - so unnecessary - and has made me want to avoid TCUK at all costs).

    Thank you so much, Paula and Thommo. It is a privilege to tune into your show! X

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LJH86!
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Way too many ads

    I was really excited to find this podcast, but gave up after 14 minutes when I got tired of listening to ads. Will try again in a few months to see if they change the format.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    saffa2020
    South Africaa year ago
  • Inspiring and informative !

    I just love this podcast - great guests, great insights and sensible advice from two experienced elite runners , who are very relatable in terms of every day life too. Paula and Thommo bounce off each other so well, and Paula remains one of the most inspiring athletes in history . A real national treasure !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzi Mc71
    Australiaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Audience questions drive the content, making it highly actionable for runners.
Strong community vibe and relatable hosts with elite-level insights.
Great practical tips and inspirational guests, though some episodes can be ad-heavy.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#91
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#123
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#42
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Paula’s Run Club: The Shakeout
Q: Do you have any advice that would help me to maintain the pace for a full 42 kilometres? Did missing that last 30K run cost me? Do I need more long runs, a longer long run, practice downhill running?
The hosts say the missed long run was sensible given the injury concern and advise beginning the next marathon more slowly before trying to increase pace. They also suggest maintaining a similar training plan, adding some shorter-distance pace work, and practising hills and downhill running.
Paula’s Run Club: The Shakeout
Q: I'm now wondering whether I should sign up to run a marathon in spring 2027. Since returning to work after maternity leave, I'm finding the balance harder and harder. As runners further down the parenting journey with me, will I regret not spending this time with my baby to train for a marathon?
Paula and Thompson say the decision depends on the family and timing. They suggest considering a shorter spring goal and an autumn marathon, involving the child where possible, sharing plans with a partner, and remembering that running can help a parent return feeling more patient and present.
Going Big in The Big Apple - Dathan Ritzenhein's New York Marathon Guide
Q: What would be your biggest learning as an athlete and as a coach in terms of preparation? Which part, what is a key session that really helps you handle that course?
Ritzenhein emphasizes the concrete, varied terrain and long stretches, and warns runners not to overcommit on the opening hill or when crowds surge. He recommends saving effort for the late hills.
Going Big in The Big Apple - Dathan Ritzenhein's New York Marathon Guide
Q: How has it been different for you preparing other athletes to run it rather than you preparing yourself to physically do it?
Ritzenhein says coaching requires sustained attention to many athletes, unlike the concentrated training and recovery cycles of an athlete. He relies on assistant coach Laura Tweet for day-to-day support.
Taking On New York, and Giving Back - Meb Keflezighi BONUS POD
Q: What else do you focus on?
For hot races, Keflezighi recommends a short warm-up and keeping an ice vest on until necessary, cooling the head, neck, and palms with water, starting slowly, maintaining an even pace, and preparing through heat exposure in training.

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This show centers on accessible marathon and running guidance delivered through a friendly, community-driven format. Episodes blend practical training tips, race-day strategies, nutrition and hydration discussions, and listener Q&A with personal stories and candid coaching insights. Regular guests from elite athletics and sport-related fields are featured, along with occasional charity and safety-focused segments, all underpinned by sponsor integrations and a strong emphasis on inclusivity and supporting runners at all levels. The format consistently promotes a sense of club community, demystifying high-performance training while remaining relatable for everyday runners and charity supporters alike. Noteworthy strengths include a consistent... more

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7. Helen Skelton
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