Marple Runners Podcast

The Marathon Man - Lessons from 26.2 miles & 287 finishes

Whether you're chasing a PB or just trying to survive your first Spring Marathon, this one's for you. We’re diving into the "bizarre, brutal, and beautiful" world of 26.2 miles with one of our club’s most seasoned legends, Kevin Day, a man who has completed an incredible 287 marathon events. Kevin chats to the team about everything from his earliest events to his most recent training for Manchester - he's unstoppable. So, whether you're looking for inspiration or a warning of what's to come, Kevin's amateur career has it all... including a couple of fancy dress choices. Plus, Eleanor celebrates your latest race results and achievements from across the Marple Runners community.  It’s mostly unscripted, definitely about you (not us), so pop us in your ear pods. It's the perfect companion for your next run  Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners

Ultra Running: Bob Graham Round, Buffets & Black Toenails

What does it really take to complete the legendary Bob Graham Round? In this episode, we dive into the world of ultra running and endurance training and sit down with ultra runners Simon, Richard, and Lisa to hear the highs, lows, and everything in between from their 66-mile, 26,900ft adventure through the Lake District. Lisa also shares what it’s like to be mid-training for her first attempt this May—giving a real-time glimpse into the mindset, preparation, and grit needed for one of the UK’s toughest endurance challenges. Expect stories of brutal climbs, big setbacks, questionable buffet choices, and—yes—black toenails. If you’ve ever wondered whether ultra running is for you, this might just be the nudge (or warning) you need. Whether you're training for your first ultra marathon, curious about fell running, or looking for trail running tips, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and honest stories from the trail—covering everything from race-day highs to setbacks. Elsewhere, Neil becomes Mark’s very first “customer” in a bold new running foot-care venture (what could possibly go wrong?), and Eleanor returns with a rundown of your latest racing and running achievements. It’s all about you—not us—so pop us in your earpods on your next run. Mark & Neil We Are Marple Runners #RunningPodcast, #RunClub, #UKRunners, #RunningCommunity, #runningmotivation

News of Your World – Spring Headlines (With 12% more News) - EP14

This month, we attempt journalism. Mark unveils his latest “performance enhancements” ahead of Wilmslow Half (legal, we think), before we pivot to what is definitely a tightly structured and impeccably delivered news bulletin about all things Marple Runners this Spring/Summer. On tonight’s completely-under-control agenda: * Equaliser Race 1 (may the odds be ever in your favour) * Pub 2 parkrun (reduced alcohol hydration is key) * Coaching sessions (actual development!) * Spunch – still unclear, still happening * Anniversary kit drop – yes, you’ll want the t-shirt * Trail Race updates: volunteers, runners, sponsors, and the all-important goodie bag intel * The Marathon Challenge * Cross Country Curry Fest (from spikes to spice) * Listener Questions**Listener. Singular. Thank you, Mum. * Committee vacancies… because apparently we cannot run this club forever. Despite February being approximately 94% rain, Eleanor heroically delivers your latest achievements and performances — proving that while we may be chaotic, you lot are absolutely smashing it. It’s mostly unscripted (legally that counts as a style), definitely about you and absolutely not just an excuse for us to talk for an hour. Pop us in your ear pods on your next run. Ideally one lasting about an hour. We don’t edit much. Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners

Went to the pub ...ended up in a Running Club

The grand finale of our Marple Runners Origins series has arrived, as we celebrate 10 years of Marple Runners — a club that definitely started with a sensible training plan and not at all with someone saying, “Go on then, we’ll just see who turns up.” We’re joined by some genuine Day Ones: Simon, Maria, Karen and Alistair — plus, despite our repeated attempts to lock the doors and pretend we weren’t in, our very own Mark Lynch. Together they rather raucously relive the early days of Marple Runners back in 2016: the first runs, the first faces, when it was less “community running club” and more “this seemed like a good idea at the time.” Then Eleanor drags us firmly back to the present with your latest running performances and achievements — because apparently you lot don’t sit still for five minutes. It’s mostly unscripted (alarmingly), it’s about you (we checked, still not about us), and it’s the ideal soundtrack to your next run — especially the bit where you question your life choices. Pop us in your ear pods and let poor decisions carry you forward. Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners Sound credits: Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com [https://www.musehub.com]: - - ReggaeDance CE02_47_1  - MUSIC-GUITAR_GEN-HDF-17853 "Scratch Hit" - Sound Effect by ⁠https://pixabay.com/users/justincallaghan-11325622/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=240471 [https://pixabay.com/users/justincallaghan-11325622/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=240471]Justin Callaghan Harp strum Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=90205 [https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=90205] Sheep bleating Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/koiroylers-44305058/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=355994 [https://pixabay.com/users/koiroylers-44305058/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=355994]">Koi Roylers

The 2025 Championship Unwrapped

Like the stubborn black toenail of the running-podcast world that just refuses to fall off, we’re back with another fine episode. This time, it’s party time. We took the mic down to the Marple Runners End of Year Celebration to soak up the atmosphere and catch up with some of the winners. Compared to last year (see Episode 2 for the full carnage), it was a slightly more sober affair—but no less brilliant. A proper celebration of our members’ running achievements and the countless contributions that make Marple Runners such a special community. Eleanor joins us for a sing-along, a jog through recent race performances, and a rundown of the 2025 Champions—mostly because our live recording didn’t quite go to plan. ...And we discovered a magical secret about one of our members. So it’s a festive Episode 12. That’s one episode for every day of the school holidays, so if you’re new here, there’s no excuse. Come along for the 12 days of Christmas tour and catch up wherever you get your podcasts—if nothing else, it’s reason enough to hide from the in-laws on Boxing Day. Unscripted, mostly, but it's about you and certainly not us, so pop us in your ear pods on your next run. Mark & Neil #WeAreMarpleRunners Sound Credits:Podcast Effects & Music by Audio Hero at MuseHub, ⁠⁠ https://www.musehub.com [https://www.musehub.com]: - - ReggaeDance CE02_47_1  - MUSIC-GUITAR_GEN-HDF-17853 - We-Wish-you-a-Merry-Christmas-Jazzy-Version  - The-Twelve-Days-of-Christmas-Jazzy-Version  "Scratch Hit" - Sound Effect by ⁠https://pixabay.com/users/justincallaghan-11325622/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=240471 [https://pixabay.com/users/justincallaghan-11325622/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=240471]⁠">Justin CallaghanPixabay" To Hell with Vinyl" - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=6410 [https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=6410]">freesound_communityPixabay" Rewind 2" - Sound Effect by https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=63931 []"]"]"]"]"]"]"