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 runnin...
This week on RunPod, Olympic legend Dame Denise Lewis joins Jenni to share her wisdom on resilience, ambition, and navigating life’s ever-changing demands. From her days dominating the heptathlon to her career as a broadcaster and mother, Denise has mastered the art of adapting to new challenges—and now she’s helping others do the same.Denise shares her love for staying fit, and gives Jenni insights from her new book, Adaptability: Seven Lessons to Thrive in a World of Competing Demands, offering practical advice on embracing change and unlocking your full potential. So whether you're training for a race, tackling a new challenge, or simply trying to juggle the chaos of daily life, this episode is packed with motivation and actionable tips to help you move forward with confidence.
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The Power Playlist! with Ioana Barbu
Ever wondered what fuels someone through 230km of frozen Arctic wilderness – and still leaves them winning? ❄️🏃♀️This week, we’re plugging into the Power Playlist of ultra-runner legend Ioana Barbu, who just smashed the Arctic Ice Ultra – first woman across the line, second overall (!!), and still going strong with six ultras lined up this year. Ioana swears by Kris King’s Running Playlist and podcast – she’s a proud member of the Beyond The Ultimate Crew, and she’s not risking a dead battery mid-run, so yes, it’s wire headphones only in sub-zero temps. From pounding icy trails with Kris in her ears to vibing with Classic FM and Smooth Radio when the weather matches the tarmac, Ioana’s 'Global Radio' roots and epic endurance are giving us serious motivation.#PowerPlaylist
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The Extra Mile! Lace Up and Go! Your First Step to Running Success
Ever thought, “I’d love to start running, but I don’t know where to begin”? Well, this week on RunPod’s Extra Mile, Jenni Falconer is here to get you out the door and onto your first run!It’s not about speed, distance, or having the latest gear—it’s simply about taking that first step. Whether you're feeling nervous, unsure, or just need a little push, this episode will give you the motivation to lace up and get going.No pressure, no overthinking—just one foot in front of the other. Let’s go the Extra Mile together! 👟🏃♀️🎧
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Ioana Barbu
In this hugely inspiring episode of RunPod, Jenni is joined by the most incredible runner — Ioana Barbu. From carving up snowboarding slopes to conquering some of the world’s toughest ultra races Ioana’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.She started out on the snow, but a wise mentor once told her, “no experience is ever wasted.” which led her to trail running — and eventually, to some of the most extreme endurance events on Earth organised by Beyond The Ultimate.At 35, she has just completed The Arctic Race which she won — 1st in the woman’s category, and 2nd overall - beating some 6ft men!In this episode, Ioana shares her love for the charity ‘Globals Make Some Noise’, as well as the importance of training smart, surrounding yourself with good people, and learning from those who’ve already succeeded — because, as we all know “success leaves clues.” She opens up about what it means to be a woman in the endurance space, what she’s learned from the ultras, and why this is the fittest she’s ever been in her life.When she’s not running through jungles or on the ice Ioana works as a Senior Post Production Engineer at Global— she’s Jenni’s colleague! and yes, she uses every bit of her holiday to chase these epic dreams!Press play and prepare to be inspired by the unstoppable force that is Ioana Barbu. 🏃♀️💪If this episode lights a fire in you, don’t miss the Kris King episode from the Beyond the Ultimate series.
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The Power Playlist! with Kelly Brook and Jeremy Parisi
Ever wondered what’s powering Kelly Brook and Jeremy Parisi through marathon training with Radox UK? 🏃♀️🏃♂️🍝 This week, we dive into their Power Playlist – think iconic 80s anthems (hello Eye of the Tiger 🐅🎶) and just the right beats to chase down their ultimate reward… MEATBALLS.From power ballads to pasta dreams, Kelly and Jeremy share the tracks keeping them motivated, moving, and laughing all the way to the London Marathon finish line. 🇮🇹✨Plug in, press play, and run like there’s a plate of spaghetti waiting at the end! 🎧🔥 #PowerPlaylist
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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