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Couch to Coached- Running podcastCoaching Tips and laughs along the way Author: Rob Sillito and Ben Russell
The Couch to Coached Running PodcastHosted by Rob Sillito, Ben Russell, & Emma BrydgesThree full-time working adults. One shared goal: to make running accessible, honest, and fun.Join Rob (a mental health nurse who's never liked running), Emma (a busy mum and passionate runner), and Ben (a UKA-accredited running coach working full-time coaching kids and now coaching both Rob and Emma) as they bring you The Couch to Coached Running Podcast.This award-winning show follows Robs transformation from couch to coached, Emmas mission to train smarter, and Bens expert guidance every step or misstep along the way.Whether you're brand new to running or chasing that next PB, youll get:Real-life running advice for all abilitiesWeekly updates from Rob and Emmas trainingListener questions and expert coaching insightsInterviews, cross-training tips, and injury preventionLoads of relatable laughs and honest motivation Got a question or a funny running story? Send it in it might get featured in a future episode!Follow us on:Instagram: @couchtocoachedFacebook: Couch to coached A running podcastTwitter/X: @couchtocoachedEmail: couchtocoached@outlook.comStrava- Couch to coached run club Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Running, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Marathon Training Tips: Pacing, Confidence & Long Runs Explained
Episode 73
Friday, 20 March, 2026
Marathon Training Tips: Pacing, Confidence & Long Runs ExplainedSetbacks, Comebacks & Community WinsThis week on the award-winning Couch to Coached Running Podcast, Rob, Ben, and Emma are back with a real, honest look at the highs and lows of training — from health setbacks to big community milestones.The trio kick things off with personal updates, including a few challenges that have impacted training, before celebrating a brilliant Couch to 5K graduation and the power of seeing new runners cross that finish line. It’s a reminder of why we all started — and how important community is in keeping us going.From there, the conversation dives into marathon training realities — long runs, pacing worries, mental battles, and building confidence for race day. Emma shares her progress (and a few tough moments along the way), while Rob opens up about pacing concerns and learning to trust the process. Ben brings the coaching insight, keeping things grounded with structure, accountability, and a focus on what really matters.There’s also chat around training with others, evolving coaching styles post-COVID, and why accountability and support can make all the difference when motivation dips.🎧 Highlights include:Honest chat about health, setbacks, and staying on trackCelebrating a Couch to 5K graduation and community winsLong runs, pacing strategies & marathon prepMental challenges in training (and how to push through them)The importance of accountability, coaching, and trustBuilding confidence ahead of race dayWhy community is at the heart of runningA relatable, emotional, and motivating episode that shows running isn’t always perfect — but with the right support, you keep moving forward.📺 Watch us live on YouTube every Monday at 20:30📩 Email – couchtocoached@outlook.com📲 Instagram / TikTok – @couchtocoached🐦 Twitter/X – @couchtocoached📘 Facebook – Couch to coached – A running podcast🏃♂️ Join our Strava league! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
