Paul and Rob loop Hackney Marshes - windy, but sunny and soft underfoot - and Rob shares the full story of his Yorkshire Marathon 2021. Plus a special gig report after Shake With Laughter for Parkinson's UK at the Comedy Store, Paul embracing some sensible legwear and making friends with Hackney hounds, all the other Running Commentary crew who ran in York and beyond, and, with the running season in full swing - your PBs!

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