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The Running Hub

Katie Down
Running
Marathon Training
Nutrition
London Marathon
Chicago Marathon
Valencia Marathon
Strength Training
Boston Marathon
Triathlon
Running Hub Community
The Running Hub
Training Plans
Marathon Running
Coaching
Half Marathon
Tokyo Marathon
Park Run
Community Support
Running Community
Training

A podcast hosted by Katie and James Down, online running coaches based in the UK. The Running Hub Podcast is the place for keen runners to listen to other inspirational stories whilst on the run, and be motivated for their own journey. Exploring topics to help you with your training, keep you motivated and enhance your performance to the next level. #StrongerFitterFaster

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In this episode we are joined by Faye Morton. Faye joined the Running Hub over a year ago after the initial disappointment of her first marathon.

Faye's journey started after her first pregnancy and has been running for the last 4 - 5 years.

Sin... more

Earlier this week James and I went to do some VO2 max testing to find out our training zones.

For years we've worked off of effort and pace metrics. Will this data be useful for us? And have we been running our runs correctly for all of this time?... more

Cape Town Marathon was at the weekend, bidding to become the 8th World Marathon Major.

As it's less than 12 weeks to go until Ironman Copenhagen, James joins us in the hot seat to discuss everything IM and triathlon.

What made him start this jo... more

We are fresh off the back of the Running Hub Retreat in Portugal, so thought it would be a great opportunity to chat through the week, the key sessions, what people learnt and some insight into next year.

We also discuss how to fuel for evening ra... more

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Recent Guests

James Down
Runner transitioning to triathlete aiming for Copenhagen Ironman
The Running Hub
Episode: Can a Runner Become an Ironman? James' Journey to Ironman Copenhagen
Josh Sykes
New coach joining The Running Hub, specializes in marathon coaching
The Running Hub
Episode: Meet Josh: Our New Coach and London Marathon Recap
Viola Cheptoo
Professional Kenyan runner; founder and chairperson of Tirop Angels (Tirop Foundation)
Tirop Foundation
Episode: Viola Cheptoo - Pro Kenyan Runner & Tirop's Angels Founder - 6th at Tokyo Marathon
Stuart Lawrence-George
Coaching client within The Running Hub; awarded Athlete of the Year in The Hub
The Running Hub
Episode: Stuart Lawrence-George - The Running Hub Client - 8 PBs in 1 Year!
Stephe Evans
Canadian marathon runner with a passion for marathon distance.
Episode: Stephe Evans - The Marathon Obsession - Chasing Sub 3
Alex Larson
Nutrition expert and podcast host
Alex Larson Nutrition
Episode: How To Fuel for Triathlon/Multi-Discipline Training and Performance with Alex Larson
Kriss Hendry
Co-founder of Strength for Endurance and endurance coach specializing in injury rehabilitation
Strength for Endurance
Episode: Strength For Endurance - The Endurance Speaker Series
Jen Scotney
Author and former running coach who has written about her experiences with grief and chronic illness in her book, "Running Through The Dark."
Episode: Challenges of Ultra Running & Chronic Illness - Jen Scotney - Author of Running Through The Dark
Alexandra Johnson
Physiotherapist, Pilates teacher, and sports longevity specialist.
Kinetics Energy Transformation Coaching
Episode: The Power of Mindset with Alexandra Johnson

Hosts

James Down
Host of The Running Hub Podcast, running coach, and co-founder of The Running Hub community.
Katie Down
Host of The Running Hub Podcast, online running coach, co-founder of The Running Hub community.

Reviews

3.4 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Katie; do your own podcast!!

    The male cohost really has a dismissive and condescending attitude. I don’t know their dynamic but it made me uncomfortable how he talked to her to the point I couldn’t listen to the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    alyssa-marie
    United States6 months ago
  • A Friday Staple

    Always love a Friday morning dog walk with Katie & James. Love hearing about their training and the topics they chew over each week

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmSpacebuns
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Might be unfair

    I started a podcast from 2023 because I’m interested in running a marathon. I couldn’t listen to the whole thing because the male co-host is mean/negging to the female co-host. Maybe, I’m not fully getting their dynamic.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Wakwjr
    United Statesa year ago
  • Never miss an episode

    Always brightens up my Friday listening to Katie and James. Entertaining informative and great for any training run

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarathonGeorge15
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Pod review

    Good podcast and useful topics, enjoy the episodes. Only feedback would be that sometimes James speaks much quieter than Katie and can be hard to hear!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mikonos1984
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Podcast is consistently uplifting, entertaining, and informative for runners.
Audience enjoys practical coaching insights and race-focused content.
Hosts come across as down-to-earth and relatable, with strong community emphasis.
Mixed feedback on host dynamics, with some listeners uncomfortable about interactions between co-hosts.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#103
United Kingdom/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#241
France/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#54
Ireland/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#70
Saudi Arabia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#84
Taiwan/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#98
Netherlands/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Viola Cheptoo - Pro Kenyan Runner & Tirop's Angels Founder - 6th at Tokyo Marathon
Q: How did you get into running and what pulled you toward the US scholarship route?
Viola describes starting running after high school to secure a scholarship, highlighting how the sport provided structure, opportunities, and a pathway to competitive racing in the US.
Stephe Evans - The Marathon Obsession - Chasing Sub 3
Q: What does the future hold for you in running after achieving the six stars?
Stephe plans to focus on maintaining his Boston streak and pursuing a sub-three-hour marathon.
Stephe Evans - The Marathon Obsession - Chasing Sub 3
Q: What advice do you have for someone training for a marathon?
Focus on building up your long runs gradually rather than fixating on the full marathon distance too early.
Stephe Evans - The Marathon Obsession - Chasing Sub 3
Q: What would you say is your biggest running achievement to date?
Stephe describes his biggest achievement as getting to the point where he could think about running a marathon in his early 50s.
How To Train for a Half Marathon in 6 - 8 Weeks - James' Road to Paris Half Marathon
Q: How important is your aerobic base going into this next targeted block?
James emphasizes the critical nature of his aerobic base, noting that it allows him to handle intense training without injury and prepares him effectively for the upcoming half marathon.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Running Hub

What is The Running Hub about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two UK-based running coaches host a practical, community-focused show for runners whoTrain regularly, race, and pursue consistent improvement. Across episodes they cover training plans, race strategy, nutrition, fueling, and logistics for group retreats, major marathons, and multi-sport events, often weaving in client stories and coaching insights. A recurring strength is turning technical coaching into approachable, actionable guidance, with frequent race recaps and real-world tips that listeners can apply to their own training cycles. Notable strengths include a hands-on coaching perspective, community-building through events and retreats, and a balance of training theory with weekend race realities. A few episodes lean into guest intervi... more

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1. Marathon Handbook Podcast
2. The Strength Running Podcast
3. Running Rogue
4. The Running Explained Podcast
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Recent guests on The Running Hub include:

1. James Down
2. Josh Sykes
3. Viola Cheptoo
4. Stuart Lawrence-George
5. Stephe Evans
6. Alex Larson
7. Kriss Hendry
8. Jen Scotney

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