At just 17 years old, Marcus Skeet, known online as The Hull Boy, became the youngest person ever to run the full length of the UK (LEJOG): 837 miles from Land’s End to John o’ Groats.

But the real story isn’t about the miles - it’s about why he ran them.

After his dad was diagnosed with early-onset dementia, Marcus spiralled into severe OCD, intrusive thoughts, and depression. He couldn’t leave his room for six months. At 14, he attempted to take his life.

Then one day, Marcus went for a walk and it changed everything. That single mile turned into a marathon with The Hardest Geezer, and eventually, into a record-breaking, two-month run across the UK.

In this deeply moving episode, Marcus opens up about:

🏃‍♂️ Running over 1,300 km at 17 years old: averaging 20+ miles a day

🧠 How he overcame OCD, suicidal thoughts, and online bullying

💔 The darkest moments on the road and how he kept going

🎗️ Raising £160,000 for the mental health charity Mind

Marcus’s story isn’t about medals, fame, or finish lines, it’s about finding light when everything feels dark, and using movement to bring purpose to pain.

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This week on The Runna Podcast, Ben and Anya break down the 12 most common mistakes runners make, from training to racing, recovery to mindset, and how to avoid them.

Whether you’re new to running or chasing a new PB, this episode is packed with professional coaching tips to help you train smarter, race better, and recover stronger.

We cover:

❌ The training mistake nearly every runner makes in January

⚡ The mindset shift that will make your running way more enjoyable

🚨 Race-day habits to ditch if you want to actually hit your goals

😴 Why skipping recovery might be your biggest performance blocker

🧠 How to stop comparing yourself and start running with intention

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This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by two-time Olympian Elise Cranny and American record holder in the indoor 5000m.

From her breakthrough moment as a college athlete at Stanford to representing Team USA in both Tokyo and Paris, Elise opens up about the mental shifts that transformed her career and the mindset it took to not just reach the top, but stay there.

Mindset has the power to make or break your running - whether you’re just starting out or racing at the highest level. Tune in for tips that could change your perspective and your enjoyment of the sport.

We unpack:

🏅 The turning point in college where the Olympic dream finally felt real

🧠 Her evolution as an elite athlete – from chasing perfection to celebrating the wins

🚀 The importance of a healthy mindset for consistency and success

💡 Building a training rhythm she can actually sustain without burning out

🎯 Trusting her instincts, racing with boldness, and letting go of rigid splits

Elise’s story is about more than medals. It’s about self-belief, breaking the mould, and showing up with purpose.

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In this week’s episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Aimee Fuller, two-time Winter Olympian, X Games trailblazer, and now one of the most recognizable voices in sports broadcasting.

We cover everything from:

🎿 The “love and passion” that gave Aimee the ability to chase her Snowboarding Olympic dreams and land the first ever women’s double backflip

🎤 Finding purpose in broadcasting and the stories of others

🏃‍♀️ Discovering running as an outlet post-retirement and falling in love with it at the London Marathon

🧠 The mental strength she gained from elite sport and what it taught her about owning her space as a woman

💥 What excites her now, and why she calls her career “the degree of life”

Whether you’re navigating life after sport or seeking inspiration to chase a new goal, this one’s packed with energy, honesty, and serious motivation.

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In this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Alexandra Bell, Olympic 800m finalist and one of British athletics’ most resilient middle-distance runners.

We unpack:

📞 What it felt like getting the call up to compete in Tokyo just one week before the Olympics

 🚧 Stepping away from the track and proving herself in longer distances

 🌱 Exploring her identity beyond running and finding out who she is beyond it

 🔥 What excites her most now she’s retired from track

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In this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Dominique Scott, a two-time Olympian, five-time NCAA champion, and one of South Africa’s fastest-ever distance runners.

From her early running days in South Africa to competing on the world stage, Dominique shares insights into her journey through collegiate dominance, professional racing, and Olympic competition.

We unpack:

🏃‍♀️ Growing up in South Africa and finding her passion for distance running

🎓 Taking a risk and moving to Arkansas to follow her dreams

✨ What it took to become a five-time NCAA champion and Olympian

💬 Why training with people better than you changes everything

🧠 Staying mentally tough in the highs and lows of elite sport

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In this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Dame Flora Duffy. Flora is an Olympic gold medallist, 5x Olympian, and the most decorated athlete in Bermuda’s history.

From her childhood on a 21-square-mile island to making history in Tokyo, Flora reflects on a career defined by relentless resilience, off-road domination, and representing her country.

We unpack:

🏊‍♀️ How discovering triathlon at 7 in Bermuda changed her life

 🏆 Winning WTS, XTERRA & Cross Triathlon World Titles in the same year

🥇 The story behind Bermuda’s first Olympic gold, and the day her country gave her back a national holiday

🩼 Injuries, missed seasons, and the mental strength of every comeback

🎯 Her emotional farewell at Paris 2024, and what fuels her next chapter in long-course racing

This conversation is full of energy, humility, and insight from one of the toughest, most grounded champions in triathlon.

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What does it take to run 50 marathons in 50 states all in one year and then follow it with 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days? 

On this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Wyatt Moss, whose pursuit to “live the greatest day ever, every day” took him across the globe. 

From missing flights and running out of money, to pushing his grandma across the finish line in a wheelchair, Wyatt’s story is one of grit, hustle and unstoppable passion. 

We unpack:

🏃 50 Marathons in 50 States: How Wyatt ran one marathon every week of 2024

🧳 The Crazy Logistics: Missed flights, manual labour, and why South Dakota didn’t go to plan

🪵 How he financed the entire challenge through manual labour, making wooden tables

🐧 Antarctica in a Penguin Suit: Running 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days

❤️ Heartfelt Moments, including pushing his grandma the final half mile of a race

This is one of the wildest running stories we’ve ever heard and proof that if you’re willing to hustle hard enough, the world will make room for your dreams.

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What does it take to go from Olympic rejection to becoming the fastest woman to ever win Ironman Kona?

This week on The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by Lucy Charles-Barclay, the 2023 Ironman World Champion and Kona course record holder.

From missing out on the 2012 Olympics as a competitive swimmer and being rejected for a British pro triathlon licence, to finishing 2nd at Ironman Kona four times before finally claiming the crown—Lucy’s story is the definition of mental resilience.

We unpack:

 🥇 Winning Kona in the fastest time ever and in the strongest female field in history

🔥 Her brutal six-week Kona prep - spending lonely 15-hour weeks on the bike indoors, climate training, and 5am swims

🥈 What it taught her to finish second, again and again, before finally taking the crown

💪 Running the Kona Ironman marathon with a torn calf

🧠 Her “mindset of steel” and why she’s proud of the journey, not just the result

🏊‍♀️ Essential tips for the swim leg of a triathlon

Lucy’s journey is one of rejection, resilience, and the kind of mindset that wins world titles - on the fifth attempt, in record time, with a torn calf. 

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In this episode of The Runna Podcast, we’re joined by entrepreneur, ultramarathoner, and media powerhouse Randi Zuckerberg, fresh off completing her sixth World Marathon Major in Tokyo.

As CEO of Zuckerberg Media, mother of three, and now a Cocodona 250 trainee, Randi opens up about what running has taught her—not just about physical endurance, but about presence, perseverance, and the joy of showing up even when motivation runs dry.

We unpack:

Her path to becoming a 6-Star Finisher, including 16 marathons and 11 ultras 🏃‍♀️ The leap from entrepreneur to ultrarunner: how running helped her navigate stress and build resilience

Training for Cocodona 250, a grueling 250-mile ultra in Arizona and one of the toughest footraces on the planet

How she balances family, business, and a race calendar that spans continents

The power of community, showing up when you're tired, and what it really means to redefine your limits

This episode is packed with wisdom and some serious motivation from one of the busiest, and boldest women on the planet.

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