Gone Running

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Join Ben Sheppard as he chats with some of the most inspiring voices in the running world from elite athletes and your favourite running influencers to everyday runners with incredible stories to tell.Subscribe now to catch new episodes every Tuesday evening, powered by RunThrough.
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#143 - The Power of Running Communities: Lessons from 30 Marathons with Amritpal Ghatora
Tuesday, 6 January, 2026

Runner and community figurehead Amritpal Ghatora joins The RunThrough Podcast to share his journey from being inspired by Paula Radcliffe and Dame Kelly Holmes to completing 30 marathons and preparing for the Tokyo Marathon, where he aims to complete the World Marathon Majors for the second time.In conversation with host Ben Sheppard, Amritpal discusses how technology has transformed running, the importance of listening to your body during setbacks, and the mental balance between confidence and self-doubt. He reflects on why marathon experiences matter more than medals, how a first marathon can be truly life-changing, and the power of community in supporting runners at every stage.As Amritpal puts it, “it’s changed my life”, and this episode explores why running could change yours too. They also touch on social media’s influence, the joy and freedom running brings, and how one of the world’s most accessible sports can lead to unexpected opportunities.Ben Sheppard - https://www.instagram.com/bensheppard93/Amritpal Ghatora - https://www.instagram.com/amritpalghatora/