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The Runner's World UK Podcast

Runner's World UK
Running
Injury Prevention
Shin Splints
Marathon Training
Strength Training
Plyometrics
Physical Therapy
Pyeongyang Marathon
Backyard Ultra
Stretch-Shortening Cycle
Heart Rate Training
Training Techniques
Fitness
Unorthodox Training Methods
Trail Running
Power Training
Running Style
Cadence
Nutrition
Ultra Running

The Runner's World podcast is your weekly dose of all things running. Hosted by Rick Pearson and Ben Hobson, we are here to inform and entertain with unique interviews, advice and in-depth discussions from celebrity guests, elite athletes, pro coaches, musicians, comedians and everyday runners, focusing on every element from the world of running.

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Latest Episodes

Joining Ben and Rick this week is Levi Moore aka The Mummy Physio.

Following childbirth, the return to running for many mums can be a huge physical and psychological undertaking, so Levi explains how to approach a return to running without fear, exp... more

Running is rife with issues of etiquette; some obvious and some utterly made up. Most are made up tbh, but that won't stop us from trying to figure out what is ok and not ok when it comes to running behaviour. The episode also features/deviates more ... more

Rick and Ben are on the road this week and recorded a few special interviews live from The Great North Run.

Their guests are Minah and Alexander from the hit TV show Traitors, Joe Wicks aka The Body Coach and running royalty, Dame Kelly Holmes.

Lea... more

Fresh (perhaps not so fresh) from the trails and podium of the UTMB, we chat to Tom Evans and Ruth Croft in this extra special bonus episode.

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Recent Guests

Tom Evans
Ultra runner and Red Bull athlete, winner of the 2025 UTMB
Red Bull
Episode: BONUS UTMB WINNERS EPISODE
Ruth Croft
Professional trail runner, winner of UTMB, and aspiring naturopath
Episode: BONUS UTMB WINNERS EPISODE
Anya Culling
234 Marathoner and Lululemon athlete
Lululemon
Episode: How I went from a 4:34 to 2:34 marathon
Kevin Fitzpatrick
Global VP of Running at New Balance overseeing running and outdoor
New Balance
Episode: Big brands and trail running
Jen Bazan
Membership Director at Runners World
Runners World Club
Episode: Big brands and trail running
Brendan O'Meara
Author of "The Front Runner, The Life of Steve Prefontaine"
Episode: The life and legend of Steve Prefontaine
Jonty Brown
Ultra runner diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and running coach
Run Limited
Episode: Running with diabetes
Dr. Carl Bescoby
Injury psychologist specializing in the mental and emotional side of sports injury and recovery.
The Injury Psychologist
Episode: How to overcome the psychological trauma of injury
Sophie Raworth
Runner and podcast guest who has competed in marathons and discusses her experiences with super shoes.
Episode: Are supershoes an injury hazard?

Hosts

Rick Pearson
Host known for his engaging approach to discussions and interviews about all things running, emphasizing community and personal experiences in the sport.
Ben Hobson
Co-host who brings a balance of humor and insightful commentary to discussions about running, athleticism, and community support.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 658 ratings
  • Uninspired, catered to male runners, terrible interviewing skills

    As a female runner, I found a lot of the content to be really not geared towards considering that women are different in their hormonal needs, etc, and it felt quite ignorant in some comments. I also listened to the UTMB winners interview, and it sounds like the guys have never even researched or read even an article about ultra trail running. Their questions were also quite ignorant and repeated questions that the winners also already answered. In all, I have no idea why this has the ratings it... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Shae.E
    Australia15 days ago
  • Great!

    Great job with this podcast! It’s fun, informative, and I love the jingles. Lol!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmaFelbs
    United Statesa month ago
  • Injury Woes

    Love the Podcast, listen to it when out on my morning run. I do like the Physio interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RichKi122
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • The ‘mansplaining’ episode 🙄

    Well I’ve heard some feminist rubbish in the past but this is the best example - men and women are totally different & clearly they don’t like men.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Flacky123
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Work on the form as well as the content

    Poor content with nothing really deep or instructive but what’s worse is that you can get an ad between a question and an answer which is huge disrespect to both the speaker and the listener

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fouuuck
    United Kingdom7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners have expressed concerns about the occasional lack of depth in discussions, while others just enjoy the relaxed and enjoyable format.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging content that caters to runners of all levels.
Positive comments often highlight the entertaining banter between hosts and guests.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#46
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#4
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#60
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#115
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#12
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#62
France/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Running etiquette and a quiz!
Q: What tells a little bit about how nice of a person you are when a friend signs up for the same race and they're not as quick as you?
It involves the decision of whether to offer to run together and the contextual understanding of your friendship dynamics.
Running etiquette and a quiz!
Q: What do you do if your shoelace comes loose a mile from the finish line?
You should stop and tie it properly rather than running with loose laces to avoid discomfort.
The life and legend of Steve Prefontaine
Q: What do you think about the relationship between Prefontaine and Nike in terms of his legacy?
O'Meara believes that both needed each other; Prefontaine helped elevate Nike, while Nike has kept Prefontaine's story alive through branding and events.
The life and legend of Steve Prefontaine
Q: Was there something in Prefontaine's competitive nature that stemmed from his troubled upbringing?
O'Meara explains that Prefontaine faced abuse from his father, which influenced his determination and drive to excel in running as a form of escape and rebellion.
The life and legend of Steve Prefontaine
Q: What separated Steve from others in terms of being a figurehead?
O'Meara suggests it was a mix of factors, including Prefontaine's upbringing, his location in Oregon, and the cultural shifts in track and field, which allowed him to embody the changes around him.

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Recent guests on The Runner's World UK Podcast include:

1. Tom Evans
2. Ruth Croft
3. Anya Culling
4. Kevin Fitzpatrick
5. Jen Bazan
6. Brendan O'Meara
7. Jonty Brown
8. Dr. Carl Bescoby

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