This milestone conversation reflects on a groundbreaking year in running, including shattered world and Olympic records. The hosts share personal highlights while celebrating their 100th discussion. They touch on Dio Cato's epic run from Cape Town to London and the vibrant community surrounding it. Fun anecdotes mix with insights into future aspirations, from music projects to upcoming running events. Plus, hear about the features of new running gear and the mental health benefits of consistent activity!
The podcast celebrates the 20th anniversary of Parkrun, highlighting its community spirit and the release of a special edition Brooks shoe.
Hosts reflect on 2024 as a pivotal year for running, marked by record-breaking performances and their milestone of 100 podcast episodes.
Deep dives
Celebrating Parkrun's 20th Anniversary
The podcast highlights the 20th anniversary of Parkrun, a popular running event that encourages community participation. To commemorate this milestone, a limited edition Brooks Parkrun Ghost 16 shoe has been released, featuring the iconic Parkrun colors. This shoe is designed as an all-rounder, suitable for various running distances, from 5k to marathons, emphasizing its versatility. The anniversary celebration serves as a reminder of the camaraderie and community spirit that Parkrun fosters among runners worldwide.
Reflecting on 2024: A Milestone Year
The hosts reflect on the year 2024, describing it as a pivotal year in the running community. They proudly celebrate the achievement of reaching 100 podcast episodes, a significant milestone that not many podcasts achieve. This accomplishment brings a sense of joy and gratitude, emphasizing their commitment to sharing knowledge and insights about running. As they recall memorable highlights from the year, the hosts express their excitement for what lies ahead in future episodes.
Record-Breaking Performances in Running
The podcast discusses the remarkable record-breaking performances witnessed in the year, particularly within marathon and distance events. Notable highlights include Jessica Hull's stunning 2,000-meter record and Faith Kip-Yagon's extraordinary 1,500-meter record, which were both celebrated within the community. Additionally, Ruth Chepngetich broke the elusive 2:10 barrier in the marathon, an accomplishment once deemed nearly impossible. These achievements motivate runners and showcase the ever-evolving nature of competitive running.
Insights from Strava and Garmin Stats
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own running journeys as the hosts share their individual Strava and Garmin statistics for the year. This data includes total distance run, elevation gain, and overall active days, providing insights into their training progress and commitments. The discussion emphasizes the importance of personal benchmarks while encouraging runners to focus on their own goals rather than comparisons. The hosts also explore trends in running within the UK, such as average sleep and stress scores for runners, revealing interesting statistics that relate to overall health and well-being.
Episode 100!! In this milestone episode, Andy, Rick, and Sarah recap what has been an incredible and pivotal year for running, as well as their own personal highlights from 2024. World and Olympic records were shattered, a new Marathon World Major was announced, there were surprise winners in races across all distances, and so much more! If you blinked, you might have missed something—so the team’s got you covered!
The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.
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