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!
RunPod Sprint! Christine Hobson
2026/05/19 | 9 mins.
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: 125 Marathons after the age of 60
2026/05/14 | 48 mins.
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.
RunPod Sprint! Sophie Raworth
2026/05/12 | 7 mins.
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.
The Extra Mile! Injury or just a niggle...
2026/05/10 | 3 mins.
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!
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 some catch the bug more than others, and how it can transform the lives of those who do it. Along the way, you'll hear top training tips, monumental mistakes and some inspirational stories. So, whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, treadmill trainer, fitness guru or simply putting off that Sunday jog, RunPod is here for you.
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