The RunThrough Podcast
Ben Sheppard hosts conversations with inspiring voices from the running world, including elite athletes, popular running influencers, and everyday runners with remarkable stories. Each episode explores personal journeys, training insights, and the motivation behind those who lace up. New episodes are released every Tuesday evening, powered by RunThrough. It's a podcast for anyone who loves running or needs a nudge to get started.
Episodes
#184 - Ayesha Pervaiz: My Hijab Isn't My Barrier, It's My Biggest Strength | The RunThrough Podcast
Ayesha Pervaiz is a digital creator, hijabi athlete, and the voice behind @active.ayesh, where she's spent the last two and a half years combining her Muslim faith with a growing love of fitness and running. What started as content made for herself during a tough period for her mental health has grown into a community of thousands of women who see themselves in her journey, proof, as she puts
#183 - On The Go Chlo: From Zero Confidence to 114km Backyard Ultras
Chloe's two online lives couldn't look more different. She started a cosmetics page at 17 that grew to half a million followers almost overnight, then spent years without the confidence to even show her own face on camera. It wasn't until lockdown pushed her into running, training up from not being able to finish a single street with her mum and auntie, that she found a totally diff
#182 - Jordan Purdy: Ultra Marathons, Solo Mountains & Why He'd Never Change His Past
Jordan Purdy has been a barber in Nottingham for over a decade, but these days he's just as well known for the hiking, wild camping and ultra-running content he shares as @purdsoutdoors. A life-changing road trip around Slovakia pulled him out of pub culture and into the mountains, and a tough childhood, including a violent attack as a teenager, taught him early on not to take anything for gr
#181 - Jemma Owen: The Secret Half Marathon Surprise for Her Granddad
Jemma Owen had never really been a runner. A busy mum of two young girls, she wasn't sporty growing up, and for years joked that her partner Dave "ran for the both of them." But turning 29, with a year ahead that would see her turn 30 and get married in the same week, she decided she wanted to reach that milestone as the happiest, healthiest version of herself, and quietly set out t
#180 - Delivering Babies, Lifting Heavy & Staying in the Present I Rayma Risquet
Rayma Risquet's path to becoming an obstetrician and gynaecologist specialist trainee wasn't exactly a straight line. It started with a childhood love of robots and prosthetics, a spell as an air cadet dreaming of designing limbs for injured soldiers, and finally a front-row seat to her first birth that changed everything. Now a specialty trainee, she delivers babies for a living and spe
#179 - How Running Helped Me Through Grief & the 230KM Icefields Parkway FKT | Harry Marshall
Four and a half years ago, Harry Marshall was not a runner. Now, he holds the fastest known time for running the 230 kilometre Icefields Parkway through the Canadian Rockies.Harry joins host Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast to share the deeply personal story behind his journey into ultrarunning.After losing his brother to suicide and his mum shortly afterwards, Harry found himself in the dar
#178 - The 100km Cricket World Record That Took Over the Internet | Sam Bodoano
What happens when you combine a love of running, cricket and slightly ridiculous endurance challenges?Sam Bodoano, better known online as IronBodz, joins Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast after breaking the world record for the longest cricket run up.Sam ran 100 kilometres from Lord’s Cricket Ground to Valley End Cricket Club in full cricket whites, carrying a cricket ball the entire way. Aft
#177 - Inside the Mind of Elite Trail Runners Joe Farrelly & Jordan Rowe With Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2
In a special collaboration between The RunThrough Podcast and The RunThrough Trails Podcast, host Ben Sheppard heads to the Peak District for two conversations with trail athletes Joe Farrelly and Jordan Rowe, in partnership with Samsung and the new Galaxy Watch Ultra2.Joe shares how turning his life around led him to running and ultimately competing on the international trail running stage. He op
#176 - Discipline, Self Belief & Staying Ready | Theo Ching
Model, actor and fitness creator Theo Ching joins Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast for a conversation about discipline, self-belief and staying ready for every opportunity after completing the RunThrough Summer Triple.Theo shares how a childhood spent practising martial arts developed into a career spanning fitness modelling, acting and specialist action work. After being scouted at universi
#175 - From 125KG To My First Marathon, Beauty Was Never the Goal, Health Was I Pia Blossom
Content creator and Twitch partner Pia Blossom joins Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast for an honest conversation about perseverance, health, and discovering what her body could achieve.Pia shares how she continued creating videos despite being bullied at school, why she treats every piece of content like a lottery ticket, and how one TikTok video receiving 12 million views transformed social
#174 - Why You’ll Never Be Happy If You Keep Moving the Goalposts | Daisy Wilson
Fitness creator and body positivity advocate Daisy Wilson joins Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast for an honest conversation about mental health, self acceptance and learning to love the life you have today.Daisy opens up about growing up with anxiety, using food and alcohol to escape difficult emotions and reaching a point where she no longer believed she had a future. She shares how therapy
#173 - How Sport Helped Me Win The Great British Bake Off | Peter Sawkins
Great British Bake Off winner, cookbook author and lover of all things sport, Peter Sawkins joins Ben Sheppard on this week’s episode of The RunThrough Podcast for a conversation about the two passions that have shaped his life!Peter reflects on growing up in a sports-mad family, discovering competitive badminton and why physical activity has always provided him with community, confidence and an e
#172 - How Running Helped Me Rebuild My Confidence After A Stroke At 17 | Leah Ball
Content creator and runner Leah Ball joins Ben Sheppard on this week's episode of The RunThrough Podcast to share the incredible story of how a life-changing stroke at just 17 years old completely changed the direction of her life.Leah reflects on recovering from a stroke as a teenager, rebuilding her confidence after discovering two holes in her heart, and how those experiences ultimately le
#171 - Sometimes Your Greatest Setback Is Your Greatest Opportunity I James Lattanzio
Running creator James Lattanzio joins Ben Sheppard on this week's episode of The RunThrough Podcast for an honest conversation about resilience, identity and how running became the thing that helped him rebuild his life.After a serious hip injury brought his rugby career to an abrupt end, James opens up about navigating major surgery at just 18 years old, losing the sport that had defined him
#170 - Can Hybrid Training Make You Fitter Than Ever? I Josh Harrison On The RunThrough Podcast
Josh Harrison joins Ben Sheppard on the RunThrough Podcast to share his journey from rugby player to one of the UK's fastest-growing HYROX athletes and fitness creators.After injuries brought his rugby career to an early end, Josh made a decision that would change his life. Picking up a camera and documenting his training eventually led to a thriving coaching business, a successful clothing b
#169 - Why Fitness Has Always Been My Anchor | Naomi Heffernan
Nike Trainer, coach, presenter and HYROX athlete Naomi Heffernan joins Ben Sheppard on this week's episode of The RunThrough Podcast for a brilliant conversation about building a career you're passionate about, embracing change and finding confidence in yourself.Growing up with elite athlete parents, fitness has always been part of Naomi's life, but her journey into the industry was
#168 - She Never Felt Like She Fit In… Until She Found Running | Beth Dennis, The NEW Host Of The RunThrough Trails Podcast
What does it look like when running completely changes the direction of your life?Beth Dennis is a trail runner, intensive care nurse and the new host of The RunThrough Trails Podcast. In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, she joins Ben Sheppard to share her journey from struggling to speak up in school and never feeling at home in traditional sport, to discovering parkrun, falling in love wi
#167 - How Full Time Teacher Charlie Sandison Became A 2:15 Marathon Runner
Charlie Sandison joins Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast to share how he's balanced life as a full time teacher with becoming a 2:15 marathon runner.Juggling early mornings, long days in the classroom and a demanding training schedule, Charlie has built an incredible running career alongside his profession. He talks about finding consistency, making sacrifices and why being kind to yours
#166 - The Unknown Feels Less Scary Now: Abi Jones On 6 Months That Changed Everything
Abi Jones joins Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast to share her journey from the UK to Sydney and the life lessons she learned along the way.What began as a move in search of independence quickly became a crash course in resilience. Abi opens up about arriving in Australia and unexpectedly finding herself homeless on day one, navigating long distance relationships, dealing with loneliness and
#165 - Hannah Moore Said "Why Not?" and Took on Extreme Endurance Challenges, She's Proof YOU Can Too!
From her first EVER race at Colchester Zoo, to a BRAND NEW race in Melbourne with RunThrough, Hannah Moore joins Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast to share her journey from competitive swimmer as a child to taking on some of the toughest endurance challenges in the world.After stepping away from swimming, Hannah rediscovered her love for the water, which eventually led to open water events, m
#164 - This Is What Happens When You Keep Showing Up For Yourself I Leon Scott 💥
Leon Scott is an entrepreneur, boxer, model, former footballer and co-owner of eyewear brand Circular.From humble beginnings, Leon went on to play football at a high level, become the face of global brands, build a successful business, step into the boxing ring at almost 40, and complete his first marathon.In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Leon joins Ben Sheppard to talk resilience, fathe
#163 - The Truth About Marathon Training, Grief & Identity | James Warnock
James Warnock joins Ben Sheppard on The RunThrough Podcast for a candid conversation about marathon running, grief, identity and building a life around purpose.Fresh off an 8 minute PB at the London Marathon, James reflects on finally enjoying the marathon after years of difficult experiences with the distance. From cramping issues and failed race goals to learning how to fuel properly and trust t
#162 - From Life Changing Gym Accident Accident To A Marathon, Sophie Butler On Always Moving Forward!
In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Sophie Butler joins host Ben Sheppard to share her powerful journey from becoming paralysed at 21 to completing the London Marathon.Sophie opens up about the gym accident that changed her life, the long road through hospital and rehab, and how she rebuilt her confidence, strength and independence. She talks about returning to the gym after trauma, finding
#161 - No One Turned Up To Her First Run Club, And Then This Happened .... Lola Clinton-Hayward
In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Lola Clinton-Hayward joins Ben Sheppard to share how running, wellness and community have completely changed her life.Lola opens up about discovering self development during lockdown, studying psychology, and how one small step into running eventually led to marathons, major races and the creation of Stride and Thrive Club, an all girls running and wellne
#160 - Run Forever: Damien Hall on Endurance, Aging & What It's Really Like To Run The Barkley Marathons
In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Damien Hall joins host Ben Sheppard for a brilliant and honest conversation about ultra running, ageing well, adventure and what it really means to keep going.Damien reflects on his ongoing career in the sport, from lining up at his first half marathon to representing GB, finishing fifth at UTMB and taking on some of the toughest races in the world, inclu
#159 - Why We’re All Feeling Overwhelmed Right Now | Lily Silverton Author Of 'Prioritise This'.
What happens when life feels too overwhelming to keep up with?Mindset and behavioural change speaker and author Lily Silverton joins Ben Sheppard on the RunThrough Podcast for a powerful conversation about stress, burnout, priorities, movement, and navigating modern life.Lily shares her journey from the fashion and magazine industry into coaching and wellbeing, opening up about mental health, iden
#158 - Using Terminal Brain Cancer Against Itself To Break A Charity World Record I The King Of Chemo 💙
On this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Iain Ward, better known as The King of Chemo, joins host Ben Sheppard for a proper, open conversation that goes way beyond running.At 31, Iain was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, but instead of letting that define him, he flipped it on its head. He is now on a mission to break a charity world record by building a huge social media following and turn
#157 - From IVF to Motherhood, Sian Westley on Body Image, Confidence and Change | The RunThrough Podcast
Sian Westley is a content creator, social media strategist, and new mum whose journey spans body confidence struggles, IVF, pregnancy, and navigating identity through motherhood, all while building a thriving digital career rooted in authenticity and real life experience.In this heartfelt and honest episode of the RunThrough Podcast, Sian joins host Ben Sheppard for a powerful conversation about t
#156 - How Hattie Pearson Went From Beginner to Ironman Athlete & Why Adventure Is Her Number One Priority!
On this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, Hattie Pearson shares her inspiring journey from complete beginner to Ironman triathlete, in conversation with host Ben Sheppard. 🏊♀️🚴♀️🏃♀️Hattie opens up about how embracing adventure and challenge transformed her approach to fitness and life. From taking on multi-day endurance events to pushing herself beyond her comfort zone, she explains how steppi
#155 - Motivation Won’t Save You | Tayo Fam on Discipline, Consistency & Building Runnpac
In this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, we’re joined by Tayo Fam, co-founder of Runnpac, one of the most diverse and community-driven run clubs in London. Tayo chats through how Runnpac started and what’s gone into building a community that brings so many different people together through running. Sitting down with host Ben Sheppard, the conversation touches on discipline, staying consistent, a
#154 - From 5K Runs to 650KM FKT | Lydia Oldham’s Ultra Running Journey
In this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, we’re joined by ultra runner and adventurer Lydia Oldham, who discovered running during lockdown, going from running 5Ks as hard as she could every time, to marathons and eventually into the world of ultras.She chats about that progression, her experience at the Speed Project, and how travel has shaped her creativity and approach to running. Lydia also hi
#153 - Love Island Winner Kai Fagan Shares Rugby, Resilience & Life Lessons Ahead Of Manchester Marathon
On this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, Kai Fagan joins host Ben Sheppard to share his inspiring journey from rugby player and teacher to Love Island winner.Kai reflects on how his early life in rugby shaped his mindset, taught him resilience, and led him to play Rugby League for English universities. He also talks about his transition from teaching to reality TV, and how embracing opportunitie
#152 - She Was Told Her Dream Was Impossible… Now Chloe McNiven Is A Guinness World Record Ultra Runner 💙
Welcome back to The RunThrough Podcast. Today we’re joined by the incredible Chloe McNiven, a former professional dancer turned Guinness World Record holder and ultra marathon runner, as well as a mum of two.Chloe faced huge adversity growing up and was often told her dream of becoming a professional dancer wasn’t realistic. She left school at 15, worked as a cleaner on a building site, saved ever
#151 - 80 Ultras In 80 Days: How Sam King Went From #1 on Call of Duty to Breaking Ultra Running Records
Ultra runner Sam King joins the RunThrough Podcast fresh off completing an extraordinary 80 ultramarathons in 80 consecutive days.Once the world’s No.1 ranked player on Call of Duty, Sam weighed 19 stone and lived behind a screen before completely transforming his health and mindset through running. What began as a personal journey soon became something far bigger after his mum suffered a near-fat
#150 - From Army Physio to IRONMAN Pro Series Champion! Kat Matthews On Mindset, Comebacks & Staying Hungry
Kat Matthews joins Ben Sheppard on the RunThrough Podcast to share her remarkable journey from serving as a physiotherapist in the British Army to becoming one of the world’s top Ironman triathletes.Kat is the IRONMAN Pro Series Champion for 2024 and 2025, a three-time Ironman World Championship runner-up, and has twice finished second at the 70.3 World Championships. With a personal best of 8 hou
#149 - You Can’t Be What You Can’t See: Angel Arutura on Music, Cultural Identity & Creative Growth
In this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, Angel Arutura shares the story behind her rise from a challenging childhood in Belfast to building a name for herself as a DJ and content creator. Growing up, music wasn’t just background noise; it was an escape, a source of strength and eventually the foundation for her career. Influenced early on by her father, a hip-hop instructor, Angel found connecti
#148 - From England to Everest: Mitch Hutchcraft’s 13,157 km Human-Powered Journey to the Top of the World
In this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, we sit down with adventurer Mitch Hutchcraft, whose journey started with a bold promise at just six years old, to climb Mount Everest. That childhood dream eventually turned into something truly extraordinary: the longest climb in history. Mitch travelled an incredible 13,157 km under his own power, swimming, cycling, hiking and mountaineering all the way
#147 - Protecting Those Who Protect Us: Why Ange Everington Founded The Blue Light Health Club
On this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Ange Everington, a full-time firefighter and content creator, shares her journey from dreaming of joining the fire service to actually living it. After facing plenty of rejections, Ange finally made it and started sharing her story online to inspire and educate others.The conversation with host Ben Sheppard dives into the importance of mental health for f
#146 - Could You Run 2,266 KM in 66 Days? The Kilometre a Day Challenge (+Arc 100 Miler) | George Rickwood
In this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, we are joined by George Rickwood, an ultra runner whose journey started just six years ago with training for a half marathon and has since taken him all the way to winning his first Backyard Ultra with 31 laps.George talks about how running has become a huge part of his life, why the mental side of ultra running is often tougher than the physical, and how
#145 - Why Women-Only Running Spaces Matter | Lauren Knott on The RunThrough Podcast
Lauren Knott is a coach, community builder, and the founder of Let’s Run Manchester, a thriving ladies-only run club built to create inclusive, supportive spaces for women in running. After leaving the corporate world, Lauren followed her passion into the fitness industry, helping women of all abilities feel confident, welcomed, and empowered through movement.In this episode of The RunThrough Podc
#144 - Why Does Bryony Gordon Runs Races In Her Underwear? I The RunThrough Podcast
Journalist, author, and mental health campaigner Bryony Gordon joins Ben Sheppard on the RunThrough Podcast for an open and honest conversation about mental health, loneliness, and the power of human connection.Bryony shares how her personal struggles led to the creation of her charity Mental Health Mates and why loneliness can be a significant trigger for mental health challenges, something many
#143 - The Power of Running Communities: Lessons from 30 Marathons with Amritpal Ghatora
Runner and community figurehead Amritpal Ghatora joins The RunThrough Podcast to share his journey from being inspired by Paula Radcliffe and Dame Kelly Holmes to completing 30 marathons and preparing for the Tokyo Marathon, where he aims to complete the World Marathon Majors for the second time.In conversation with host Ben Sheppard, Amritpal discusses how technology has transformed running, the
#142 - Georgia May Foote: Fame, Vitiligo, and Running from 5K to a Metric Marathon, A Story of Resilience and Reinvention
On this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, actress Georgia May Foote joins host Ben Sheppard for a powerful and honest conversation about resilience, reinvention, and finding strength through running.Georgia shares her journey from starting out as a young actress to navigating the pressures of fame, personal identity, and the highly competitive entertainment industry. She speaks openly about livin
#141 - Zachariah Noble: From Pro Basketball to Love Island & Finding Change Through Running
Zachariah Noble joins the RunThrough Podcast to chat about his journey from professional basketball to Love Island, and how running has since become a huge part of his life. He opens up about the ups and downs of changing paths, the mental and physical challenges that came with it, and why staying active has been so important for his mindset.Host Ben Sheppard and Zachariah get into how sport shape
#140 - How Emma Bord Ran All 6 World Marathon Majors in One Year | Balancing Motherhood & Marathon Running
This episode of the RunThrough Podcast welcomes inspiring guest Emma Bord, a mother of three, personal trainer and marathon runner who opens up about balancing family life with her love for running. She speaks honestly about how motherhood has shaped her identity as an athlete, the discipline it takes to fit training around a busy schedule, and why staying active as a family is so important to her
#139 - Jack Faint Became the First Person to Run the Length of India & He Did It Living with a Brain Tumor
In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Jack Faint joins us to share the incredible story of running the entire length of India after a life changing brain tumour diagnosis. What started with a seizure and a moment that changed everything became a journey of travel, self discovery and learning to live fully in the present.Jack shares how endurance running evolved from a way to rebuild his healt
#138 - The Ultra Challenge Frankie Smyth Refused to Quit: Adapting, Overcoming & Finishing Strong
Ultra runner and women’s wellness coach Frankie Smyth set out to run 50km in all 15 UK National Parks in 15 days. In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, hosted by Ben Sheppard, Frankie shares the full journey — from the spark of inspiration to the moment she crossed the final finish line.She talks about why she took on such a huge challenge, what she learned about resilience, and how the exper
#137 - The Power of Honest Storytelling & How Emily Crane Ran 12 Marathons at 22 | The RunThrough Podcast
In this episode of the RunThrough Podcast, writer and storyteller Emily Crane joins host Ben Sheppard for her first ever podcast conversation.Emily has built a refreshingly honest corner of the internet with writing-first videos, thoughtful narrations laid over completely ordinary moments. Instead of oversharing her own life, she writes for “everyone”, tapping into that comforting truth that none
#136 - How Aaliyah Unia Became a Leader for Muslim Women in Fitness | The RunThrough Podcast
In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, fitness creator and marathon runner Aaliyah Unia sits down with host Ben Sheppard to share the story behind her journey. From growing up without access to fitness, navigating cultural expectations, and recovering from a traumatic head injury, to unintentionally becoming a source of inspiration for others, Aaliyah speaks openly about the challenges that sh
#135 - Wheelchair Athlete Poppy May: ‘It Can Be Your Anchor or Your Wings’ | The RunThrough Podcast
Join host Ben Sheppard on this moving episode of the RunThrough Podcast as he talks with Poppy May, aka Poppy May Fitness, about her extraordinary journey. As a teenager, Poppy faced a life-changing situation that left her in a wheelchair, but she refused to let it define her.She opens up about her struggles with mental health, accepting her new reality, and finding purpose through fitness and com
#134 - Amy Lane & Tom Mannion Share the Story of Dave’s Run Club | Running, Community & Connection #RTPod
In this heartfelt episode of The RunThrough Podcast, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Amy Lane and Tom Mannion, who recently ran at the RunThrough Swindon Half, to explore the power of community, connection, and healing through running. The conversation dives into the story of Dave’s Run Club (DRC), founded in memory of a beloved family member, friend, and runner, and uncovers how this grassroots
#133 - Running on Plants: Johnny Meatless Shares the Power of a Plant-Based Life #RTPod
In this inspiring episode of the RunThrough Podcast, Johnny Morillo, better known as Johnny Meatless, joins host Ben Sheppard for a conversation full of energy and insight. 🌱Johnny is a vibrant food content creator, passionate runner, and advocate for a plant-based lifestyle. He opens up about his journey to veganism, his lifelong love for cooking, and how he turned his passion for food into a pla
#132 - What It Takes to Run 100KM (and Actually Enjoy It) | Emily Jane Fairs’ Ultra Running Story #RTPOD
In this episode of The RunThrough Podcast, Emily Jane Fairs joins host Ben Sheppard to share her inspiring journey into ultra running. Known for her positivity and authenticity, Emily talks about how a spontaneous decision to start running led her to take on ultra marathons and discover a deeper sense of purpose through the sport.She opens up about leaving university to pursue social media full-ti
#131 - Zara Holland on How Running Changed Her Life: Finding Confidence, Balance and Self-Care | Gone Running Podcast
In this episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, Zara Holland joins Ben Sheppard to share her journey into running, exploring how she stays motivated, builds confidence, and prioritises self-care - learning to say no. Zara discusses the importance of balance, finding time for yourself, and learning to appreciate the process of improvement. She reflects on turning 30 as a moment to reset and fo
#130 - Why We Run: Lewis Robling’s Story of Sport, Struggle & Self Discovery! #inspiration #motivational
In this episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, Lewis Robling shares his remarkable journey from professional rugby to the world of ultra-running.Lewis opens up about the challenges of transitioning out of sport, the mental health struggles he faced, and how running became a tool for both personal exploration and connection. His story also reveals how the idea for Why We Run was born, a chari
#129 - How Natasha Mané Ended up going VIRAL at a RunThrough Race & The MONEY BANK theory! #growthmindset
In this episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, Natasha Mane joins Ben Sheppard. Natasha discusses the importance of passion and desire in achieving fitness goals, while also acknowledging the reality of burnout and emphasising the importance of prioritising self-care to stay focused. She emphasises that investing in yourself physically and mentally is the foundation for long-term success, in
#128 - What's The Ultimate Explorers Grand Slam & How Johnny Ward became the 1st IN HISTORY to complete it?
In this episode of Gone Running, Ben Sheppard sits down with adventurer Johnny Ward to uncover his remarkable journey from a tough childhood in Ireland to becoming the first person to complete the Explorers Grand Slam. Johnny opens up about his drive for freedom, the lessons he has learned from travel and endurance challenges, and why he believes running has a uniquely transformative power.Johnny
#127 - REINFORCING 'NORMAL': Overcoming Self-Doubt & Embracing Your True Self W/ Emily Barker #bodypositivity
In this episode of Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard is joined by Emily Barker, who shares her inspiring journey from life at university during the COVID-19 pandemic to becoming a fitness coach and advocate for body positivity. What began as a simple fitness accountability page on Instagram grew into a platform that not only supported her own growth but also connected her with a wider community.Emil
#126 - From Running for Clarity to Running a Business W/ 2024 The Apprentice WINNER Rachel Woolford 🏃♀️
In this episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Rachel Woolford, owner of North Studio, a boutique fitness studio, to hear how she transformed her love for movement into a thriving business. What started as a way to lose weight soon became a powerful tool for mental clarity, shaping her approach to both fitness and entrepreneurship.Rachel shares why she believ
#125 - How Running Helped Ivy Overcome Anxiety & Inspire Her Music As She Targets Her FIRST Marathon!
This week on RunThrough presents Gone Running, Ben Sheppard is joined by Singer, songwriter and now runner, Ivy. Ivy has been performing since childhood, starting with family shows before discovering that music was her therapy. From writing her first song at eight years old to building a career on YouTube, her songwriting process has evolved over the years, shaped by life experiences, mental healt
#124 - From Grief to Growth: How Running Became a Survival Kit with Emma Kirk-Odunubi #runnerscommunity
In this episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Emma Kirk-Odunubi to explore her multifaceted journey in the running world, from childhood competition to navigating grief and rediscovering running as a powerful coping mechanism.Emma shares how running became her survival kit, helping her heal, build resilience, and reconnect with her identity. She reflects on
#123 - How RENOWNED DANCER Austyn Farrell went from SMOKING & DRINKING to LIFE CHANGING Marathon Training!
In this inspiring episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Austyn Farrell, a professional dancer who has taken the online world by storm and discovered a new purpose through running. What started as a passion for movement evolved into a deeper mission of spreading positivity, raising mental health awareness, and pushing physical and emotional limits. From the s
#122 - Feeling Lost? How Therese O'Callaghan Broke the Cycle of Self-Sabotage and Transformed Her Life!
In this inspiring episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard is joined by Therese O’Callaghan, a health and fitness coach who shares her journey from poor health and low self-worth to helping others transform their lives.Therese opens up about how the cycle of self-sabotage once felt like an addiction and how acceptance and accountability helped her turn things around. Her stor
#121 - Jacob Ward: Connection, Mental Health & The Power of Showing Up For YOURSELF & OTHERS! #motivation
🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #121In this episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard is joined by Jacob Ward, creator of the ‘Better’ brand—a platform dedicated to mental health, personal growth, and building real community through fitness.Jacob reflects on how the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped his sense of connection and identity. He shares how therapy has he
#120 - Why 'UNCOMFORTABLE, PAINFUL & DIFFICULT' periods lead to FUNDAMENTAL CHANGE W/ Benji Haldon
🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #120In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of The Gone Running Podcast, host Ben Sheppard sits down with Benji Haldon — a personal trainer and passionate advocate for men’s mental health — for an open and honest conversation about identity, vulnerability, and the power of showing up for yourself and others.Benji shares his personal journey navigating the c
#119 - The Pain You DON'T See: Gut Health, Injury, and Starting Over W/ Annie Openshaw
🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #119In this powerful and personal episode, we’re joined by Annie Openshaw, who shares her transformative journey through gut health challenges, injury recovery, and her return to competitive squash!Annie opens up about years of digestive issues, the impact it had on her identity and well-being, and how she rebuilt her health by reducing ultra-processed foods, embr
#118 - What It Really Takes to Run a Trail Race | Inside Ultra Trail Morzine-Avoriaz W/ James Tilley!
🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #118In this special episode, we sit down with RunThrough Trails' very own James Tilley for an honest, insightful, and inspiring conversation in collaboration with the RunThrough Trails podcast.Together with host Ben Sheppard, James reflects on his time in Canada, the roots of his passion for the mountains, and the challenges of turning trail dreams into reali
#117 - Online HATE over a RUNNING VEST: "The COMMENTS are INSANE" W/ Ella Jalley #runningcommunity
#117 - 🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #117 In this powerful episode, Ben Sheppard is joined by Ella Jalley, who shares her journey from beginner runner to London Marathon finisher — and everything in between, including chatting about the barrage of hate she received.... for wearing a RUNNING VEST! Originally a makeup artist, Ella opens up about the unexpected challenges of becoming a running c
#116 - From NEWS ANCHOR to SIX STAR FINISHER: How Carleth Keys faced ADVERSITY to achieve the EXTRAORDINARY
🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #116In this episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, Ben Sheppard is joined by Carleth Keys — former news anchor turned running content creator — for an honest and inspiring conversation about identity, transition, and resilience.Carleth opens up about her move from the newsroom to social media, how motherhood reshaped her sense of self, and how running helped
#115 - Adventure Awaits: From LIFE as a DIGITAL NOMAD to a MARATHON on the GREAT WALL W/ Jordan Simons
🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #115In this episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, Ben Sheppard is joined by Jordan Simons, a seasoned digital nomad and travel content creator, as he takes us through his incredible journey over the past decade. From navigating life in countless countries to growing a YouTube channel on the move, Jordan shares the highs, the challenges, and how running has
#114 - WHY Removing PRESSURE will CHANGE your relationship WITH RUNNING! W/Amanda Brooks AKA RunToTheFinish
🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #114In this episode of the Gone Running Podcast, Ben Sheppard sits down with Amanda Brooks, founder of 'Run to the Finish', to explore her incredible evolution from beginner runner to a respected running coach, author, and community builder.Amanda shares the pivotal moments in her journey, from overcoming injuries and self-doubt to building an inclusive
#113 - A LIFE with Rheumatoid Arthritis & BUILDING a SPACE for the AUTOIMMUNE COMMUNITY W/ Karina Patel
🎙️ Gone Running Podcast | Episode #113 In this uplifting episode, host Ben Sheppard chats with Karina Patel, a passionate runner who lives with rheumatoid arthritis 🏃♀️💥Karina opens up about:* Her lifelong love of running—and how diagnosis shook everything up* The power of movement for body and mind, even on tough days* Building a community and safe spaces for those with autoimmune conditions* La
#112 - From Cancer Survivor to Marathon Runner: Tom Starck’s INSPIRING Journey to a 2.46 and BEYOND! #run
🎙️ Gone Running | Episode #112 At just 12 years old, Tom Starck was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma — a moment that would change his life forever. In this powerful and uplifting conversation, Tom opens up to Gone Running host Ben Sheppard about his fight against cancer, the support that carried him through, and how a life-changing wish from Make-A-Wish helped him find purpose beyond survival.Now
#111 - HOW Aminah Sattar found FULFILMENT through BUILDING the COMMUNITY 'Girls Who Run' #womeninsports
🎙️ Gone Running | Episode #111In this inspiring episode, Ben Sheppard sits down with Aminah Sattar, a former food content creator turned fitness enthusiast and the powerhouse behind Girls Who Run, a community that uplifts women through running.Aminah opens up about the leap from food to fitness content and how embracing authenticity reshaped not only her content but also her confidence. From marat
#110 - How MARK BRANNIFF is RUNNING at least 100KM EVERY WEDNESDAY in 2025 (and WHY it's JUST THE START)
🎙️ Gone Running | Episode #110In this episode of Gone Running, Ben Sheppard sits down with Mark Branniff—a CrossFit coach turned ultra-endurance runner—who’s set himself the monumental goal of running 100km (in one go) every week throughout 2025.Mark opens up about the gruelling mental battles, the transformational power of running, and the shift in identity that came with leaving behind his life
#109 - How the FITNESS INDUSTRY can IMPACT the complex issue of BODY IMAGE W/ Nathalie Lennon
🎙️ Gone Running | Episode #109In this candid and thought-provoking episode, we chat with Nathalie Lennon—personal trainer, fitness coach and mental health advocate—as she shares her powerful journey through body image challenges, disordered eating, acne struggles, and the often toxic pressures of the fitness industry.Nathalie reflects on her shift from chasing aesthetic ideals to focusing on genui
#108 - The UNIQUE relationship between MUSIC & RUNNING W/ DJ, Presenter & RUNNER Jermayne Taylor!
🎙️ Gone Running | Episode #108In this episode of the Gone Running Podcast, we sit down with the multi-talented Jermayne Taylor — a DJ, runner, and creative force who’s mastered balancing passion with purpose. Jermayne takes us through his inspiring journey from discovering music as a child to building a DJ career that parallels his love for long-distance running. With a full-time job in the mix, h
#107 - The FASTEST BRIT to EVER RUN ACROSS AUSTRALIA, 4000K + in 61 days W/ Jack Pitcher
🎙️ Gone Running | Episode #107In this compelling episode of RunThrough presents Gone Running, host Ben Sheppard sits down with ultra-endurance athlete Jack Pitcher to unpack his extraordinary journey running across the vast and unforgiving landscape of Australia. Jack opens up about the mental and physical toll of covering thousands of kilometres on foot, the intense pressures of high-stakes goals
#106 - How HOLLY ARCHER is fueling her DEBUT MARATHON in the most STACKED ELITE field of ALL TIME in LONDON
🎙️ Gone Running | Episode #106 In this powerful and honest conversation, elite runner Holly Archer joins us to share her journey from a young athlete to a fierce competitor, looking ahead to her debut marathon this week in London! Ben and Holly’s conversation dives deep into the highs, lows, and everything in between that comes with chasing big goals in endurance sports.Holly opens up about the me
#105 - How Helen Ryvar RAN 1000 consecutive HALF MARATHONS, breaking the WORLD RECORD, all while being a SINGLE MUM with a FULL TIME JOB!
🎙️ Gone Running | Episode #105 In this genuinely inspiring episode of RunThrough Presents Gone Running, we sit down with Helen Ryvar – a single mum from Wrexham who ran 1,000 consecutive half marathons. Yep, you read that right! Helen opens up about the highs, lows, and mindset it took to achieve such an extraordinary milestone.We dive into:🏃♀️ The mental and physical challenges of daily running
