Like finding a needle in a haystack, or a decent pair of running shoes in Decathlon, searching for your next favourite podcast can be a painful and time consuming process.
I've lost count of the number of times I've been kitted up and ready for a long run, trainers on and key in door, only to spend 10 minutes swiping and scrolling to find something to plug into my ears that has at least a vague chance of interesting me for a few miles.
So, I've taken the pain out of the podcast pursuit for you and come up with a list of five running-related listens, that you might never have heard of.
Grab your phone, hit download and enjoy.
Weekly banter from runners Rob and Matt, includes interviews with inspirational runners and covers everything from couch-to-5K to ultra training. Clocking in at around 80-90 minutes an episode, it's also a good one for a long run.
Hilarious fortnightly show with hosts Stewart and Amy who, to be honest, like a moan when it comes to running. Whether it's the weather, injuries, races or any other aspect of running, these two have something to say about it. Also usually running at around an hour long, it's a good show for a long Sunday run.
This one is from Stateside amateur runner and all round running enthusiast Matt Chittim. Focussing on the needs of the amatuer runner, it includes weekly interviews with experts, authors, doctors, psychologists on every physical and mental aspect of running you can think of. Shows run from around 40 mins to an hour.
5. With Me Now
Another show for Parkrun enthusiasts, by a collection of Parkrun enthusiasts. Lots of chat, interaction with listeners and discussion on all things Parkrun from across the UK and overseas. A relaxing and easy listen. Around 50 mins to an hour in length.
And two you probably do know...
Running and talking, it's a simple concept, brilliantly brought to life on a weekly basis by comedians Paul Tonkinson and Rob Deering. It's like being on the run with them as the conversation naturaly flows from one subject to the next, albeit all slightly out of breath. Love it.
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