In the 15th episode of the podcast we speak to George. George, founder of Camp Kaizen, shares how a spark in 2022 turned into a movement by 2025.

With a background in athletics, sport, and strength training—rediscovering running in 2020 has since led to completing half marathons, and multiple HYROX events!

Now hosting camps in the Lake District, with a vision and ambition to expand Camp Kaizen across the UK - Let's Get Our Insight!

In the 14th episode of the podcast we speak to Ali Momin. Ali, a healthcare professional, a father of three who turned a moment of self-reflection in 2019 into a journey across four World Major Marathons. After realizing he wasn’t as fit as he once was—and no longer enjoying football the same way - he laced up, head out and never looked back.

Fast forward to 2025, and the New York Marathon stands out as his best yet.

But this journey isn’t about quick wins. It’s about patience, consistency, and running for The Long Run. A natural mentor and a true community pillar, with the readiness to share thoughtful advice and a willingness to lift others up along the way.

In the 13th episode of the podcast, we speak to runners Najma & Mona. Najma a goal oriented runner with a career in corporate, and Mona a Healthcare Nurse who found running while in search for an outlet and hasn't had to look back since. Both advocates of "Run Clubs", starting their running journeys in 2023. Two years in to 2025 they now have 4 marathons between them consisting of London (both), Berlin & Chicago. Along with their experience, ambition, support, and friendship, they have definitely taken things up a notch — let's welcome Sole Striders!

In the 12th episode of the podcast, we speak to Lucy. Lucy's commitment to running spans trail, road, marathon, and ultramarathon events, alongside representing Arc’teryx as a brand ambassador. Balancing a professional career with her athletic pursuits, Lucy’s dedication is evident—fueled by a drive to set and achieve new goals with a passion for running that began at a very young age.

Never shy of long distances, Lucy has developed a strong sense of self-belief and determination. With "Plenty More Where That Came From!", Lucy follows her training routines to continually challenge herself and improve on previous times, which of course includes her current marathon PB of 2:58!

In the 11th episode of the podcast, we speak to Asma. Asma, a mother of three and a Healthcare Professional, whose running journey began as a full 360-degree turnaround in her late teens, when both her mental and physical health were at risk. What started as survival quickly turned into strength. Since then, Asma has completed multiple half marathons and three full marathons, including the iconic London and Berlin Marathons. With big ambitions to keep running, we dive into the moments, mindset, and motivation that have driven her so far - but will they keep her moving forward?

In the 10th episode of the podcast, we speak to Salman. Salman started running while in search for options to stay fit during Covid. Initially starting things off with Couch to 5K, Salman kept his running solo, consistent and a part of his workout routine from time to time. However, fast forward to 2025 he decided to step out of his comfort zone and join his first 5K event, followed shortly after by his first 10K event - how did those steps feel?

In the 9th episode of the podcast, we speak to Azhar. Like many, running started for Azhar during his school years while running Cross Country. Little did he know that further down the line he would plan and work towards running a Marathon, bring on London 2016! With the bug, the running stayed consistent over the years. However come COP 2024, Azhar decided to set a few milestones in place for 2025 by taking on a two marathon challenge. The question is, "Did they deliver on expectations and training?"

In the 8th episode of the podcast we speak to the "Running Twins" Samia & Tasnia. Although their journeys started on different timelines, these two are no strangers to the world of running! Representing themselves, their community and their faith they have had exposure to certain social challenges along the way. Both are advocates with firm beliefs that distance or "Majors" do not define runners, all while remaining humble with 10 Marathons (soon to be 12) between them!

In the 7th episode of the podcast we speak to Mohammed (AKA Larry). Giving running a go from his local ParkRun in 2021, there is no doubt that Larry has come a long way while also becoming a key member of the Leicester running community. Covering all areas whether that be Strength & Conditioning along with a balanced mix of Easy, Tempo and Long Runs - Larry has made RUNNING a key part of his routine. Building his way up through Park Runs, annual 10K and Half Marathon events, Larry ran the 2024 and 2025 London Marathon's with impressive times and pace however, his ideal time of "Sub 3" continues to motivate him to get back to the grind.

In the 6th episode of the podcast we speak to James. Running as long as he can remember, James has done the distance through the ranks from the time he was at school all the way to University along with representing Liverpool Harriers & England Athletics!

James has run the London Marathon x4 (his best time being 2:28) however his competitor nature has not thrown in the towel just yet - thats right he wants to BEAT his 2:28!

In the Educational sector, James (an Assistant Head Teacher) is skilled in Coach Education where he thrives in supporting and helping develop runners with goal orientated focuses, all while reflecting on his own experience, encouragement and support received.

Contact: @run.coach.teach / [email protected]