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If you're running Manchester Marathon on Sunday 19th April then this is the episode for you. We share with you more information about the start and finish areas, even information, the course and how to run it well. Good luck if you're running Manchester next weekend. In this weeks episode we also discuss the trials and tribulations of the taper - especially Katie's as it has not been going to plan. For 121 Coaching Enquiries - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

If you're running Brighton Marathon on Sunday 12th April then this is the episode for you! In this weeks episode we discuss the recent Berlin Half Marathon, our races at the weekend - the Oakley 20 and the SEAA Road Relays before discussing the Brighton Marathon course in details. We share with you more information about the course and how to run it well. For 121 Coaching Enquiries - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

In this weeks episode we discuss the importance topic of carb loading! It's not just eating lots of pasta the night before your race, it's a strategy which means you'll go into your race well fuelled and not hit the dreaded wall. Listen in to this weeks episode where we share the science behind it and how to execute 2 - 3 days properly, including ideas of what to eat. For 121 Coaching Enquiries - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

If you're training for a Spring Marathon right now, this is the episode for you. We discuss the key phases which make up the last 6 weeks of your training plan. The Peak & Taper. The idea is to finalise training, not squeeze too much out and arrive to the start line healthy and ready. For 121 Coaching Enquiries - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

In this episode we discuss James' recent Paris Half Marathon race where he ran a new PB of 1:19:39. We used this episode to follow up our previous one where we discussed James' block in Kenya and how he trained for just 6 weeks for this race. We discussed race prep, race week and how it all unfolded. For 121 Coaching Enquiries - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Viola Cheptoo is a professional athlete living in Iten, Kenya. She just ran Tokyo Marathon 2026 in a new PB of 2:19 and was 6th overall. She joined us in this weeks podcast to discuss her athletic career, why she started the Tirops Angel's Foundation and the important work it does in Kenya to prevent Gender Based Violence. GBV is prominent in Kenya and the Tirops Angel's Foundation was set up in 2022 after the passing of Agnes Tirop. Viola dreams of building a safehouse to help women escape violence and inform the community to help stop GBV. Follow Tirop's Angels Foundation on IG - @tirops_angels https://www.instagram.com/tirops_angels/?hl=en For 121 Coaching Enquiries - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

This week we are joined by TRH's 2025 Athlete of the Year - Stuart Lawrence-George. He comes onto the podcast to share his journey within The Running Hub and how he managed 8 PBs in 2025.

Coach Hayley tells us all about the new group coaching programme starting on Monday 2nd March 2026. This is for anyone who has recently started triathlon or runners wanting to start their triathlon journey. It doesn't matter if you're training for a sprint distance, 70.3 or Ironman, Hayley will tailor the plan to the group and you have teammates to train with along the way. Listen for more information and sign up HERE. Contact us on Instagram for more details or to ask any questions. @therunninghubtriathlon @therunninghubcommunity Or email Coach Hayley - [email protected]

If you're training for a marathon right now, you're halfway through your training plan. The original excitement has faded. The race feels close, but also quite far away. Long runs are getting serious. You're tired. You're questioning everything. Welcome to the mid-point reality check. The early phase is where you're feeling motivated, fresh legs, new plan! Now, is when the fatigue is accumulating and doubt is starting to creep in. Today we're going to talk about what should be happening right now — and what absolutely should NOT. For 121 Coaching Enquiries - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

As marathon season is ramping up, we wanted to cover a topic we often get asked about.. how to fuel your long runs correctly. We all know how carbs are important for training, but how much should we be eating and when? If you'd like to be coached - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

In this weeks episode we are joined by our new friend Stephe Evans. We first met in Valencia in 2024 and our paths crossed once again in Kenya. Spending time with Stephe, we learnt about his journey with the marathon distance and World Marathon Majors. Stephe has an inspiring story to share and his journey will encourage you to be the best runner version of yourself. If you'd like to be coached - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

At the moment we are in Iten, Kenya, the Home of Champions. This is our second time staying at the High Altitude Training Centre and in this episode we share with you why we're here, what we hope to gain from our time in Kenya and the benefits of training at altitude. We share our learnings from the Kenyan way of running and lifestyle and hope to pass this on to many others. We're here for 6 weeks in total and look forward to sharing with you our journey.

Can you train for a half marathon in 6 - 8 weeks? James' is currently in preparation for Paris Half Marathon which is a little over 6 weeks away. We're currently in Kenya and James has got a mini training block coming up to get ready for the race and hopefully chase down a PB! If you'd like to be coached - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

One of the biggest problems we see as coaches, is the overwhelm of so much information online. We think they need to do more sessions, add more intensity, when actually it's the opposite. We need to keep training simple. In today's episode we discuss how to keep training simple to ultimately get the results and progress you desire. If you'd like to be coached - Coaching Application - Join The Running Hub Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

With every new year comes a fresh opportunity to set some new running, training and performance goals. In this episose we discuss why it's important to set goals, how to set them, mistakes we see when runners goal set and sharing our targets for 2026. If you haven't figured out your goals for the year, do not worry. You don't need to rush into January head first. Take your time to think and set goals, you have 12 whole months to hit them. Join The Running Hub Community Apply for 121 Coaching Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Shop our website www.therunninghub.co.uk/shop

This week we invite you to recap and reflect on your running year of 2025. To celebrate the wins and achievements, reflect on the challenges, embrace the lessons learnt and look forward to what we can take forward into 2026. If you wish to do your own reflection you can using the following questions: Reflecting on Achievements What are some of your biggest wins and achievements for the year? What's your proudest running moment from this year? Any significant events or experiences? Was there a standout race or training run that felt extra special? What was the biggest challenge you faced in your running this year? Did you face any challenging periods, injuries or setbacks? Have you had any learnings to take away from this year? Was there a training mistake you made that you'll avoid next year? What's one thing you wish you had done differently in your training or racing? Did you reach any particular milestone? What running habits did you build this year that you want to carry forward? Who were the people that supported or inspired you the most this year? Were there any memorable moments shared with running friends or your clients? Join The Running Hub Community Apply for 121 Coaching Social Media LinksFollow us on instagram - @therunninghubcommunity @run_with_coachkatie @coach_james_trh Follow us on Facebook Follow us on YouTube Speak to the [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Shop our website www.therunninghub.co.uk/shop