The Runna Podcast

Author: Runna

Join Coach Ben Parker and Coach Anya Culling every Friday as they deep-dive into running with Olympians, world-class coaches, and inspiring runners - from Romesh Ranganathan to Alex Yee and Lucy Charles-Barclay. Expect captivating stories, hilarious mishaps, and actionable coaching tips (incl. weekly tips from Olympian Steph Davis) on training, injury prevention, mindset, recovery, and performance. Whether its your first 5K or a marathon PB, well fuel your next run. New episodes every Friday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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“The Most Painful Race of My Life” | Boston Finish Line EXCLUSIVE with Sara Hall
Episode 107
Thursday, 23 April, 2026

"Everyone told me I'd peaked. Then I ran my fastest marathon at 40."Whether you're questioning your running longevity, chasing a marathon PB after a setback, or wondering if the best is really behind you - this conversation with Sara Hall will make you think differently about what's possible.Sara raced in Boston this week and called it the most painful race of her life. Hours later, she sat down with Anya - honestly, openly, and with the kind of perspective that only comes from two decades competing at the elite level. At 43, she's one of the fastest American marathon runners in history. And she's still not done.In this episode, Sara opens up about winning the Masters field in Boston, her Olympic Trials DNF, and the mindset it takes to keep going when everyone assumes you've peaked.Listen for more on:🏃‍♀️The exact details of Sara’s 2:20 marathon training and recovery 🗓️ How she maximises longevity and prevents injury 🧠 The race-day mindset secrets for pushing through the "pain cave" 🚀 How to rebuild self-confidence after a major athletic setback🎧 Follow along for new episodes every Friday with Olympians, World Record Holders, and inspiring voices form the running community. 🎁 Try Runna FREE for 2 weeks with code PODCAST26: https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=PODCAST26And if you’re just getting started, our New to Running and Return to Running plans are totally free 💛📺 Watch the full episode → youtube.com/@therunnapodcast📖 Check out Sara’s new book, ‘For The Love of The Grind’ here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Love-Grind-Memoir-Sara-Hall/dp/1250404282 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.