Paula's Run Club

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 and discuss the exciting build up to one of the most iconic races in the world.

Our special guest for this episode is former US 5,000m record holder, 2008 Olympian, and head coach of the OAC Boulder team: Dathan Ritzenhein!

Dathan outlines his team's preparations, spotlighting contender Hellen Obiri. He offers technical training perspectives, detailing how super shoe technology has transformed recovery speed and overall race execution.

Then there's tips on navigating New York's demanding concrete pavement and steep hills and bridges. There's also key advice for anyone running the Big Apple for the first time curbing that pre-race adrenaline.

AND: Our partners at Wild Nutrition are offering Paula’s Run Club listeners an incredible 50% off for 3 months, plus a completely free personal consultation with a nutritional therapist. They're so confident you’ll love their products that if you’re not convinced, they’ll give you your money back. Just go to https://www.wildnutrition.com/paula to get started. T&Cs apply

Whether you’re chasing a PB, recovering from an injury, or simply trying to fall in love with running again, there’s something here for you. 🏃‍♀️❤️ 🏃

Listen. Run. Share. Be part of the conversation.

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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 the news from the Frankfurt and Dublin Marathons and Valencia Half.

Also running New York? Don’t forget to join us for our Shakeout run on Friday 30th October.

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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 complicated, from balancing parenthood with training goals to managing the guilt of taking time for yourself. They share inspiring stories from listeners who have found strength, motivation and connection through running, even during their toughest moments.

Plus, they break down the 10-10-10 approach to marathon pacing, discuss how to prepare mentally and physically for race day, and explain why the goal you achieve on the day matters more than the one you started with.

Whether you’re chasing a PB, juggling family life with marathon training or simply trying to keep running through a challenging time, this episode is a reminder that progress isn’t always straightforward — and you’re never running alone.

🎧 Hit play on Paula’s Run Club now for practical marathon advice, honest conversations and inspiring running stories that will keep you moving — whatever life throws your way.

Because sometimes, running doesn’t just make you a better athlete. It makes you a better parent, too.

Got a question, a race-day story or someone to nominate for the Wahoo KICKR RUN Honours Board? Get in touch with Paula's Run Club. Listen. Run. Share. Be part of the conversation.

And Paula has been trying out the New York City marathon route on her Wahoo KICKR RUN treadmill! You can get a free Headwind Smart Fan that connects to the treadmill via Bluetooth when you buy a KICKR Run. Use the code PAULASRUNCLUB at https://www.wahoofitness.com

PLUS: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months

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What does it really take to go from amateur runner to chasing PBs at some of the biggest marathons in the world? For Spencer Matthews, it’s about far more than just running the miles.

This week on Paula’s Run Club, Spencer joins Paula & Thommo to unpack how structured training, mental resilience and learning to embrace setbacks have transformed his running — and why the toughest battles often happen inside your own head.After taking on major marathons including Tokyo, London, Berlin and Valencia, Spencer shares what he’s learned about chasing ambitious goals, hitting the wall and finding the strength to keep going when everything tells you to stop.

We get into personal bests, the lessons of ultras, balancing training with family life, and why consistency beats quick fixes. Whether you’re chasing your first marathon, aiming for a PB or trying to find your next gear, this episode is packed with honest insights into what it takes to become a stronger runner — both physically and mentally.

AND: Our partners at Wild Nutrition are offering Paula’s Run Club listeners an incredible 50% off for 3 months, plus a completely free personal consultation with a nutritional therapist. They're so confident you’ll love their products that if you’re not convinced, they’ll give you your money back. Just go to https://www.wildnutrition.com/paula to get started. T&Cs apply

Whether you’re chasing a PB, recovering from an injury, or simply trying to fall in love with running again, there’s something here for you. 🏃‍♀️❤️ 🏃

Listen. Run. Share. Be part of the conversation.

EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠
WHATSAPP: +447564747914
INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub
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All the news from The Great South Run where Kadar Omar and Hannah Irwin claimed the Mens and Womens Races.

Plus news from the Amsterdam, Beijing and Toronto Waterfront Marathons and the rest of the weekend action.

Also the joy of Mini Marathons, Thommo has a ’shoe issue’ and your voice messages.

EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠

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