Lola Anderson: From Childhood Dream to The Final Stroke That Made Olympic History

Lola Anderson: From Childhood Dream to The Final Stroke That Made Olympic History

This week on The Runna Podcast, in honour of International Women’s Day, we’re joined by Lola Anderson—Olympic gold medalist, World Champion, and a powerhouse in women’s sport. From 13-year-old Lola watching London 2012, dreaming of Olympic glory, to the final winning stroke in Paris, we unravel the journey of turning a childhood dream into reality—and everything that came with it.


🚣 A race for the ages – Lola takes us inside the intense battle for Olympic gold, the nail-biting final moments, and the unbelievable finish that left the world in awe.

🏆 Overcoming setbacks – Lola opens up about the challenges on her road to Paris 2024, the moments of doubt, and the unwavering support system that kept her pushing forward.

❤️ Her father’s belief – The emotional moment of winning Olympic gold, the disbelief at the finish line, and fulfilling the dream her father always knew she would achieve

🎯 Looking ahead to LA 2028 – what’s next for the best quad in the world?


Tune in as we talk about the mindset that fuels her success, the inspiration she brings to athletes everywhere and what it truly means to have a childhood dream—and see it through to the very finish.


We’d love to hear your thoughts—send them to PODCAST@RUNNA.COM or connect with us on Instagram. 📩📱


✨ Don’t forget to use the code ‘PODCAST25’ for 2 weeks free on Runna! 🏃‍♂️

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