At just 17 years old, Marcus Skeet, known online as The Hull Boy, became the youngest person ever to run the full length of the UK (LEJOG): 837 miles from Land’s End to John o’ Groats.

But the real story isn’t about the miles - it’s about why he ran them.

After his dad was diagnosed with early-onset dementia, Marcus spiralled into severe OCD, intrusive thoughts, and depression. He couldn’t leave his room for six months. At 14, he attempted to take his life.

Then one day, Marcus went for a walk and it changed everything. That single mile turned into a marathon with The Hardest Geezer, and eventually, into a record-breaking, two-month run across the UK.

In this deeply moving episode, Marcus opens up about:

🏃‍♂️ Running over 1,300 km at 17 years old: averaging 20+ miles a day

🧠 How he overcame OCD, suicidal thoughts, and online bullying

💔 The darkest moments on the road and how he kept going

🎗️ Raising £160,000 for the mental health charity Mind

Marcus’s story isn’t about medals, fame, or finish lines, it’s about finding light when everything feels dark, and using movement to bring purpose to pain.

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This week on The Runna Podcast, Ben and Anya break down the 12 most common mistakes runners make, from training to racing, recovery to mindset, and how to avoid them.

Whether you’re new to running or chasing a new PB, this episode is packed with professional coaching tips to help you train smarter, race better, and recover stronger.

We cover:

❌ The training mistake nearly every runner makes in January

⚡ The mindset shift that will make your running way more enjoyable

🚨 Race-day habits to ditch if you want to actually hit your goals

😴 Why skipping recovery might be your biggest performance blocker

🧠 How to stop comparing yourself and start running with intention

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This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by two-time Olympian Elise Cranny and American record holder in the indoor 5000m.

From her breakthrough moment as a college athlete at Stanford to representing Team USA in both Tokyo and Paris, Elise opens up about the mental shifts that transformed her career and the mindset it took to not just reach the top, but stay there.

Mindset has the power to make or break your running - whether you’re just starting out or racing at the highest level. Tune in for tips that could change your perspective and your enjoyment of the sport.

We unpack:

🏅 The turning point in college where the Olympic dream finally felt real

🧠 Her evolution as an elite athlete – from chasing perfection to celebrating the wins

🚀 The importance of a healthy mindset for consistency and success

💡 Building a training rhythm she can actually sustain without burning out

🎯 Trusting her instincts, racing with boldness, and letting go of rigid splits

Elise’s story is about more than medals. It’s about self-belief, breaking the mould, and showing up with purpose.

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