If you’ve run a marathon, you’re training for one or you’re thinking about signing up for one... this episode is for you.

Andy, Sarah and Rick dive into the science of what happens to your body after a marathon. From intense muscle soreness and a weakened immune system to the huge impact on your central nervous system. If you’ve ever experienced brain fog or found yourself bumping into things after a race, you are not alone!

The team break down exactly what you should be doing post-marathon to give your body the best chance of recovery, reduce your risk of injury and get back to feeling your best.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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London Marathon fever isn't over just yet, and this week’s episode brings something a little different.

We take you inside a full race debrief, recorded in the back of a classic London black cab as it drives the iconic course, with Rick reliving every moment of his marathon journey.

With Andy and Sarah alongside him, strapped in and ready, Rick shares the highs, the lows and the atmosphere of a race that saw world records broken and memories made.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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What. A. Race!

History unfolded on The Mall on Sunday as Sabastian Sawe surged to a sensational victory at the London Marathon, delivering one of the standout performances in recent memory. Close behind, Yomif Kejelcha impressed on his marathon debut with a remarkable run of his own.

In the women’s race, Tigst Assefa added another chapter to her dominance, powering to victory and setting a new women-only world record.

In this exclusive emergency episode, Andy, Rick and Sarah react to a day that will live long in marathon history.

Welcome to The Running Channel Podcast, LIVE from the London Marathon 2026!

In this special episode, you’ll hear all about Rick’s nerves and preparations as he lines up for his first marathon in nine years. Sarah shares her top tips for enjoying the marathon experience, while Andy weighs in on what Rick could realistically achieve - and how to execute the race effectively.

Plus, Rick takes on a quickfire quiz while tackling the Wahoo KICKR Run treadmill challenge before Rick and Andy catch up with Mark ahead of the London Marathon, where he’s racing as part of Puma’s Project3 with a goal of breaking 2:50.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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Sarah lined up at the Rotterdam Marathon with one goal: sub-3:30. This episode is an open and honest debrief of her race day experience and the hard work she put into her training, both mentally and physically.

Sarah shares how her mindset heading into Rotterdam was completely different from any race she’s tackled before and reflects on how that shift shaped both her experience and her performance on the day.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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In this episode, Rick and Sarah are joined by Joe Wicks, the British fitness coach, author and TV presenter known for his Lean in 15 HIIT workouts and for becoming the “nation’s PE teacher” during the COVID-19 pandemic. Joe will be running/jeffing the 2026 London Marathon (running and “Jeffing”), alongside Daddy Pig from the beloved children’s TV series Peppa Pig in support of The Body Coach Foundation, the charity he founded last year.

Joe discusses his approach to making health and fitness simple and accessible for families worldwide, his London Marathon training goals, why consistent movement matters more than ever and the role social media plays in modern fitness.

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Disclaimer: This episode includes discussions around mental health which some listeners may find distressing.

Andy and Sarah are joined by sports psychiatrist Dr. Amit Mistry, who works closely with ASICS in their caregiver programme, supporting elite athletes facing both physical and mental health challenges.

They discuss the struggles Andy experienced as a professional athlete and how programmes like ASICS’ now provide much better support for athletes. Sarah also shares her fears and mental hurdles ahead of the Rotterdam Marathon, where she’ll be aiming for a personal best, and explores how listeners can apply practical techniques and coping strategies in their own lives.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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Admit it... you’ve finished a long run, jumped straight on the sofa and scrolled through Strava before even thinking about food.

Sarah and Rick are joined by special guest Aubrey to unpack how many grams of carbohydrates runners actually need - and why so many of us are probably under fuelling before, during and after without realising it.

They dive into how fuelling advice has evolved, what recent research is telling us about carbohydrate intake and why marathon runners in particular often fall short.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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Sarah is back... and she has some bones to pick with Andy, Rick and even Producer Owen!

The podcast trio break down the most effective way you can build your perfect running week. They dive into what Rate of Perceived Exertion means and how it should be used in training, how to structure workouts and sessions to get the most of out them and much more.

And the team answer a question from a well known, respected Economic Journalist... who isn't Rick Kelsey.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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Running economy is a metric that's often overlooked. So what exactly is it? What does good running economy feel like? And most importantly, how can you improve yours?

Andy, Rick and Sarah also recap a wild night out where Rick has a lot of explaining to do...!

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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Andy and Rick are joined by Hannah Cox, who completed an extraordinary challenge: running 100 marathons in 100 days across India, despite only starting running five months earlier.

In this episode, Hannah shares how she pushed through intense pain, the moment her crew forced her into a clinic mid challenge and the unforgettable landscapes she experienced along the way. She also explains how strength and conditioning helped prepare her body and how she recovered day after day to keep going.

Inspired by her late father, Deric Cox - born in Kolkata before moving to the UK in 1953, Hannah’s journey also became a powerful exploration of her Anglo-Indian heritage.

Click here to learn more about Hannah’s challenge and support her by donating through Givestar.

The Running Channel Podcast tackles one big topic each episode, amongst helpful tips and light-hearted chat on the latest news in the running world. Hosted by Sarah Hartley (amateur runner) and Andy Baddeley (former pro runner) alongside Rick Kelsey (recovering runner), the TRC Podcast is friendly, jargon-free, and the perfect accompaniment to your runs.

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