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New 1 hr 11 min

Mary Wittenberg on 50 Years of the New York City Marathon

How did the New York City Marathon become one of the greatest races on earth? Mary Wittenberg, former CEO of New York Road Runners, was there for it. 🎧 Just after the 50th TCS New York City Marathon, Paula and Thommo are joined by Mary for a trip through five decades of the race. She takes us from the creation of the World Marathon Majors to the moments that brought the running community together after 9/11, and revisits Paula’s emotional comeback at the 2004 race. In this episode: The growth of American distance running What makes New York such a unique and tough course Our picks for the men’s and women’s titles, recorded before race day. Did we get it right? Whether you’re chasing a PB, recovering from injury or trying to fall back in love with running, there’s something here for you. 🏃‍♀️Our partner Wild Nutrition is offering Paula’s Run Club listeners 50% off for 3 months, plus a free personal consultation with a nutritional therapist. Not convinced? They’ll give you your money back. Get started at https://www.wildnutrition.com/paula. T&Cs apply. Listen, share, and join the conversation: EMAIL: paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.ukWHATSAPP: +447564747914INSTAGRAM: @paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New 15 min

The Weekend Wrap: Remembering Ciara and New York Marathon Review.

Paula and Thommo pay tribute to Former European Champion and two-time Olympian Ciara Mageean who has died at the age of 34 after being diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer  in May 2025.  Plus all the news from the New York Marathon where Andreas Almgren of Sweden took the Mens Race and Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui claimed her second New York victory in women’s race. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New 31 min

Paula’s Run Club: The Shakeout

How do you get through the dreaded miles 20–22 of a marathon without hitting the wall? 🏃‍♀️💥 Paula Radcliffe and Christopher “Thommo” Thompson are back for another episode of the Wahoo KICKR RUN Weekly Shakeout, answering your questions, celebrating your achievements and sharing the stories that make the running community so special. This week, Paula and Thommo share their advice for tackling marathon’s toughest miles, from mental strategies and visualisation to fuelling, pacing and staying calm when fatigue kicks in. Plus, they hear from runners taking on an incredible 1,500-mile relay challenge to raise money for Samaritans and support mental health and suicide prevention. They also put the Wahoo KICKR RUN treadmill under the spotlight, discussing its innovative RunFree mode, course simulation and how it can help runners train more naturally at home. 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 And of course, it’s time to celebrate some fantastic achievements on the Wahoo KICKR RUN Honours Board. Hear the inspiring stories of runners who have overcome injury and setbacks to complete marathons, smash personal bests and discover just how much they’re capable of. 📩 Got a question, a running story or someone to nominate for the Honours Board? Get in touch with Paula’s Run Club and you could feature in a future episode! Tune in for practical marathon advice, inspiring running stories and plenty of laughs with Paula and Thommo. PLUS: The code for immufix.com is PAULA40 for 40% off your first 3 months EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New 37 min

Taking On New York, and Giving Back - Meb Keflezighi BONUS POD

New York Marathon BONUS POD ALERT! In this New York preview episode of Paula's Run Club Paula & Thommo meet marathon legend Meb Keflezighi. They talk about his celebrated career and community work - and of course his marathon wins in NYC in 2009, plus his emotional, historic victory at the 2014 Boston Marathon following the city's tragedy. He breaks down marathon strategies - such as energy conservation, smart pacing, and hydration - and addresses technical questions on race recovery and warm-weather training plus why exactly did he start doing push-ups at the end of the Olympic marathon in Rio?! There's also more about his MEB Foundation and his 20-year ambassadorship with Team for Kids support youth health and fitness as he prepares to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the five-borough New York City Marathon. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 hr 13 min

Going Big in The Big Apple - Dathan Ritzenhein's New York Marathon Guide

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. EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 min

The Weekend Wrap: Jepchirchir suspended plus reaction to results from Frankfurt, Valencia and Dublin.

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.  EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠⁠⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

35 min

Paula’s Run Club: The Shakeout

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 EMAIL: ⁠⁠⁠paulasrunclub@momentumbroadcast.co.uk ⁠ ⁠ WHATSAPP: +447564747914 INSTAGRAM: ‪@paulasrunclub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 hr 19 min

Negative Splits, Positive Results 🏃‍♀️ with Spencer Matthews

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

About Paula's Run Club

Paula Radcliffe and Chris 'Thommo' Thompson are inviting you to join our club as part of our Leaves, Laces & Long Runs Autumn Build up series. No matter what you're training for, we are here to support you every step of the way! Paula Radcliffe is regarded as one of the greatest female distance runners of our generation. The multiple medal winner and world record holder - including the women’s marathon record for 17 years - has continued her passion for running since retiring in 2015. Chris Thompson is one of the UK's most prolific distance runners for over 25 years. Every Monday, we will bring 45 mins of high energy entertainment with a community spirit. An inclusive, unintimidating experience where people will learn from each other, helping understand quirks and developing coping mechanisms for all levels. On a Thursday we have The Shakeout where we answer audience questions. Each week Paula and Chris will discuss many different aspects of running from nutrition to hydration from motivation to training tips, all based around a running community. They will address the anxieties and uncertainties we all feel surrounding running. Paula and Chris will bring you some of the biggest names that also want to be part of their running community. Regular guests like Steve Peters, Harry Judd and Jill Scott will also be joined by some of the stars from sport and entertainment who will tell you why they run and what motivates them whether it be for fun, health or mental wellbeing.

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Creator
Momentum Media & Broadcast
Hosted by
Paula Radcliffe, Chris Thompson
Years active
2026 - 2024
Episodes
175
Copyright
Momentum Media & Broadcast

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