Marathon Talk5 Huhti 2024

E40: Helen Thorn - Comedian, Author and Back-to-Back Marathon Runner

All that running does for wellbeing is well-documented, but Helen Thorn's marathon journey is an uplifting reminder to us all.

In the wake of a divorce, it became a central tenet to her mental health - now it's central to her huge goal this year to run Boston and London back to back!

This week's Marathon Talk shines a light on the mental wellness that so many find in running, we celebrate Jasmin Paris' stellar Berkley Marathon performance, and Training Talk tackles the tailored tips to a flawless race in Boston.

In this episode of Marathon Talk:

0:00 - We kick off with a poignant recording period for Deena in preparation for Mental Health Awareness Month, and Martin hails the UK's recent sunny spells
6:40 - Rounding off recent stories, we praise Jasmin Paris' world-first performance in the infamous Barkley Marathon, cover the East African dominance at World Cross, and look ahead to Boston's promising race
18:10 - Training Talk: Boston Edition! Deena shares her invaluable experience for those now entering their taper stage for the race on April 15th
22:35 - Helen Thorn joins us in a heartfelt discussion on the power that running has for mental wellbeing, her journey from beginner to marathon finisher, and how she'll take on the huge feat of Boston and London back to back

Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/

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E52: Kelly Willis - Three-Time 6 Star Finisher

Of all the prospects from Sydney Marathon's ram-packed weekend, perhaps the most enticing might be its future status as a seventh Major… We've a huge show this week, featuring a three-time 6 Star Fi...

20 Syys 202458min

E51: Cole Hocker - Olympic 1500m Champion

It's not every week that we're joined on Marathon Talk by an OLYMPIC CHAMPION; let alone one who won gold in such a dramatic style… Cole Hocker was Paris' 1500m Olympic Champion, and we get the scoop ...

6 Syys 202454min

E50: Ray Flynn - Irish Mile Record Holder, Olympian and Agent

It's with a heavy heart that we wave au revoir to Paris for the Olympics, but what a thrilling anthology of racing stories it's written for us. Not only do we debrief all the quintessential moments ...

23 Elo 20241h 6min

E49: Summer Olympic Games - Paris 2024

We are right in the thick of Olympic athletics action and on the eve of the Olympic Marathon in Paris. In this week's episode of Marathon Talk, Martin & Deena take a look at their favourite Olympic ...

9 Elo 202447min

E48: Chris & Nik Nikic - The World's First 6 Star Finisher with Down's Syndrome

March 2024 saw barriers broken at the Tokyo Marathon by a man whose dedication to being 1% better every day is utterly inspiring - Chris Nikic. The first to complete the 6 Abbott Majors as an athlete ...

26 Heinä 20241h 2min

E47: Marcus Brown - Co-Founder of One Percent Running Club

Running is for everyone, and there are few flying the flag higher for that than the incredible Marcus Brown. From 4:55 finishes to Co-Founding his own running club championing diverse backgrounds in t...

12 Heinä 20241h 2min

E46: Chris Slater - Finisher at 2024's Marathon Des Sables

The Marathon Des Sables in the Sahara Desert is among the toughest feats any runner can achieve, and fresh from a Top 50 finish is the remarkable Chris Slater. It's a privilege and a pleasure to speak...

28 Kesä 202457min

E45: The Pub Quiz - with AbbottWMM Chief Content Officer, Danny Coyle

The AbbottWMM MTT Age Group World Championships are nearly upon us - are you ready for the blazing fast field lining up in Sydney? This week's Marathon Talk is your chance to put that to the test, as ...

14 Kesä 202445min