The Runna Podcast Running to Prove Your Worth: Alex Bell
Jun 27, 2025
Join Alexandra Bell, an Olympic 800m finalist and middle-distance star, as she dives into her transition from track to road running. She shares the adrenaline of receiving her Tokyo call-up just a week before the Games and reflects on her identity beyond athletics. Resilience is a key theme as she discusses overcoming rejection and her evolving aspirations in the sport. With humor, she highlights the excitement of exploring unique running challenges, including quirky scenarios, making this a lively and insightful chat about pursuing passion.
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Casual Start to Running
- Alexandra Bell started running casually in high school with no pressure, guided by a supportive PE teacher who recognized her potential.
- She enjoyed multiple sports growing up and only pursued athletics seriously in her mid-20s after university.
Talent Plus Supportive Environment
- Talent and hard work together shaped Alexandra's abilities, with her family providing supportive genetics and environment.
- Early broad sport participation helped her meet diverse people and discover her athletic potential.
Late Commitment to Athletics
- Alexandra admits to not taking running seriously in her teens and early adult years, balancing sport with a social life.
- A turning point came after university when she chose to give athletics her full commitment, inspired by peers' success.