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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E44: Joan Benoit Samuelson - The First Ever Women's Olympic Champion

When LA saw the first ever Olympic women's marathon champion, it was none other than this week's Marathon Talk guest who crossed the line first - Joan Benoit Samuelson. An icon in the sport and Deen...

31 Touko 202458min

E43: Mallory Creveling - Runner's World Deputy Editor, Health & Fitness

What better time to exhibit the extraordinary mental benefits of running than during Mental Health Awareness Week. That's been a huge focus for this week's Marathon Talk guest, Runner's World's Mallor...

17 Touko 20241h

E42: Anya Culling - Lockdown Runner-Turned-Elite International Athlete

What a story Anya Culling written, from humble beginnings to the elite field in a matter of years. She plans to continue her upward trajectory as her tale was one of so many stunning performances from...

3 Touko 20241h 1min

E41: Cedric King - Award-Winning T64 Marathoner

When you overcome the voice in your head telling you to tap out, that's where a true champion is made. Such wise words come from a man whose past does not define his future - double amputee Cedric Kin...

19 Huhti 20241h 9min

E39: Andrew Kastor - Deena's Coach & Husband

This week's guest needs no introduction to Deena - he's her coach, her husband, and now a Boston Marathon qualifier after an admirable performance in LA. It's a joy to catch up with Coach Kastor fresh...

22 Maalis 20241h 4min

E38: Visually-Impaired Six Star Hopeful Mark Rogerson & his guide Katie Garrity

Marathons form very unique bonds within the running community, but when your life is in your guide's hands it's truly a bond like no other. That's where Six Star hopeful Mark Rogerson's story sheds li...

8 Maalis 20241h 3min

E37: Becs Gentry: Tokyo Marathon Preview

The 2024 Abbott World Marathon Majors season has arrived! It all starts this Sunday in Tokyo with Eliud Kipchoge AND Sifan Hassan both on the start line. This episode we dive into the elite races, t...

1 Maalis 20241h 8min