This week on RunPod, Jenni is joined by a real-life action man - Aldo Kane. Aldo joined the Royal Marine Commandos at just 16 and quickly rose through the ranks to become one of the youngest elite commando snipers in UK Armed Forces history.But Aldo didn’t stop there - he’s a survival expert, pro climber, skydiver, diver, bodyguard, medic, and record-breaking adventurer and explorer, who you may recognise from your TV screen or his recent 'ripped' cover feature in Men’s Health magazine.Aldo’s a man who thrives in the wild and pushes his limits daily - and yes, he runs to keep both his body and mind razor-sharp. As he says, running keeps him ready for anything… including, perhaps, the role of the next James Bond?Jenni talks fitness, mindset, danger, discipline, and his thrilling new Apple TV show ‘The Wild Ones’, premiering July 11th, 2025.This is one not to miss.
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The Extra Mile! The Best Types of Fitness Workouts to Complement Your Running
Want to feel stronger, run faster, and recover better? In this bonus episode of RunPod: The Extra Mile, Jenni explore the best types of fitness workouts to complement your running routine. Whether you're training for a race or simply chasing that runner’s high, smart off-road training might just be your secret weapon. From strength training to mobility work, Jenni breaks down how these workouts can boost your performance and keep you injury-free. Don’t just run-train smarter!Main Episodes of RunPod featuring guests are released every Friday
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Fern Britton
This week on RunPod, Jenni Falconer is joined by the brilliant Fern Britton - broadcaster, author, and proud runner. Fern shares her uplifting journey with running, proving that you can always start now, at any age. She opens up about how running has transformed her life, making her feel stronger in both mind and spirit than she has in years.From the joy of a sweaty run to the emotional clarity it brings, Fern talks honestly about how running helps her through life’s tougher moments - reminding us all that difficult things will pass. She might not always have the words to explain just how much it gives her, but one thing’s clear: running has become an essential part of who she is.Plus, Fern chats about her brand-new book, A Cornish Legacy - available now.
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The Power Playlist! James Cooper
A health and wellness performance coach, meditation teacher, mental health first aider, and endurance fundraising athlete, James Cooper is the embodiment of mind, body, and spirit.In 2024, he ran 366 marathons in 366 days for the Samaritans - but what does he listen to to power every stride? Tune in to the RunPod Power Playlist to find out.And don’t forget to catch up on the main episode of RunPod with James, a.k.a. the Smilinggg Man - out now!
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The Extra Mile! I Want To Run A Race, How Long Should I Allow To Train?
So, you’ve signed up for a race - amazing! But how long do you really need to train? The truth is, it depends. Whether you're a complete beginner or getting back into the groove, everyone is on their own timeline. In this Extra Mile episode, Jenni explores why giving yourself enough time - and a bit of wiggle room - can make all the difference. Life happens, and building flexibility into your plan keeps the pressure off!Discover how to build a training plan that works for you, so you can enjoy the process and reach the start line feeling prepared.
Welcome to RunPod, the weekly run club you can join simply by listening. In this series Jenni Falconer welcomes special guests who share that passion for running. Together they’ll discuss the challenge, reward and sometimes obsession of pounding the pavement whilst asking what drives us to run, why some catch the bug more than others, and how it can transform the lives of those who do it. Along the way, you'll hear top training tips, monumental mistakes and some inspirational stories. So, whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, treadmill trainer, fitness guru or simply putting off that Sunday jog, RunPod is here for you.
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