The Runna Podcast

Dr Priya Gopaldas: Balancing Scrubs and Sneakers


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On today’s episode of The Runna Podcast, we welcome Dr. Priya Gopaldas @priyagopaldas, a full-time NHS doctor who is also an accomplished ultramarathon runner. 


  • We delve into her remarkable journey of balancing her demanding medical career with her passion for endurance running, including completing intense multi-day ultramarathons in extreme conditions.
  • Priya shares her experience of running a grueling 250-kilometer ultramarathon in the sweltering heat and humidity of the Sri Lankan jungle
  • Priya's stint on the reality show "Love Island," where she discusses the hilarious challenges of trying to maintain her running routine while being confined to the villa.
  • Priya candidly shares an embarrassing story about flatlining during a training run and having to call her mom to come and pick her up!
  • Explores the unique challenges of balancing Priya's demanding work schedule as a doctor with her intense ultramarathon training.


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