How do you build a mindset so powerful that nothing life throws at you can hold you back?

This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by the unstoppable Helen Skelton—broadcaster, adventurer, mum of three, and true superwoman. Known for saying yes to the wildest challenges—from kayaking 2,010 miles solo down the Amazon to cycling to the South Pole—Helen has become an inspiration for what’s possible when you refuse to let fear or difficulty stand in your way.

Think of the craziest challenge? Helen’s probably done it. As she gets ready for her third London Marathon with Runna, we talk about fitting marathon training around her busy career and three kids—including how a 24-hour rollerblading challenge for Comic Relief became part of her prep.

🌟 Superwoman Mentality – Why Helen says yes to the toughest adventures and how each one builds her resilience

💪 Doing Hard Things – How she uses her wildest experiences as reference points for life’s toughest moments

🏃‍♀️ London Marathon – What keeps her coming back and how she fits training around family and work

👧 Mum of three – How her children inspire her and how her adventures set an example

🧠 Mindset – Using adversity and challenge to shape a powerful, positive outlook

Helen’s story proves that saying yes to challenge doesn’t just change you—it inspires everyone around you to see what’s possible.

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The countdown is on! With just 48 hours to go until the London Marathon, what really matters most?

In this short episode of The Runna Podcast, pro marathoner Anya Culling and coach Ben Parker cover everything you could want to know in the final two days before race day—delivered in just 8 essential tips. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned marathoner, this is your go-to checklist for feeling prepared, confident, and ready to enjoy every mile.

We break down food, kit, mindset, logistics, and give you the final advice you need to enjoy every mile.

Tune in for 20 minutes of focused, practical advice you can put into action—so you can make the most of your final 48 hours and line up feeling ready to smash your 26.2 miles 💪

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From one event with 13 runners to a global movement that’s transformed lives—this is the story of how parkrun came to be.

This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Paul Sinton-Hewitt, the founder of parkrun, to hear the inspiring story behind one of the world’s most powerful community movements.

What started as a small time trial during a difficult period in Paul’s life became a lifeline—not just for him, but for millions around the world.

🏃‍♂️ The Birth of parkrun – How injury and isolation led to an idea that would redefine community running

❤️ Family & Connection – Why Paul wishes he had parkrun as a child, and the special bond it fosters between generations

🤝 The Volunteer Spirit – How the volunteer-led model makes parkrun one of the most welcoming and supportive environments in sport

📖 Stories That Inspire – The moving, real-life accounts of people whose lives have been changed by showing up on Saturday mornings

⏱️ Why Slower Is Better – The surprising and powerful reason the average parkrun finish time is getting slower

Paul shares the lessons he’s learned, the magic that makes parkrun what it is, and the power of running’s community.

📘 One Small Step by Paul Sinton-Hewitt is published on 10th April 2025.

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