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I Can Run A Marathon

I Can Run A Marathon

By: Virgin Radio
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Running the London Marathon is a dream that many of us have but never actually achieve.


In a year of record entries, Virgin Radio UK’s Emma B has got herself a place in the 2026 event, and this series follows her journey to the start line - not as an elite athlete, but as a woman dealing with everything midlife throws at you! It’s a podcast about running, yes… but more than that, it’s about choosing to say yes to yourself.


Across the series, Emma is joined by inspiring guests from runners and coaches to experts and everyday stars, who share their wisdom about what it really takes to train for a marathon. Whether you’re training for your first one, getting back into running after time off, or you’re looking for an entertaining podcast, we’re here to help! This is not about winning races, it’s about proving something to yourself and saying “I CAN”.

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Episodes
  • Are You Overtraining? The Recovery Mistake That Leads to Injury! (with Kate Rowe-Ham)

    Are You Overtraining? The Recovery Mistake That Leads to Injury! (with Kate Rowe-Ham)
    Feb 26 2026

    Emma's joined by leading women’s health coach and menopause fitness expert Kate Rowe-Ham. Kate tells Emma how she ran a marathon in 3:47 in her 20s, and did the same 20 years later! Plus, what really changes in our bodies as we grow older? What works best for your tummy on a long run? The simple trick to helping your long runs feel easier on the legs, and how to get over a "nervous wee".


    Every week we want to hear about how your training is going - any wins, wobbles, or footage of you stretching to 80s anthems (like Emma!), please WhatsApp us on +44 333 00 333 00.


    Find out more about Kate: https://www.owningyourmenopause.com/

    Kate's new book 'The Longevity Solution' is out now: https://www.hodder.co.uk/titles/kate-rowe-ham/the-longevity-solution/9781399751575/

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    48 mins
  • The #1 Reason Couch to 5K Fails (And How To Fix It)

    The #1 Reason Couch to 5K Fails (And How To Fix It)
    Feb 19 2026

    In this episode of I Can Run A Marathon, Emma sits down with ultra-runner, UK Athletics approved running coach and author of ’Start Where You Are’, Sabrina Pace-Humphreys to talk about the one thing beginner runners have been missing (especially in midlife). Sabrina tells Emma about starting from scratch after severe postnatal depression, the “shuffle” run-walk method that helped her, and why so many people quit too early. They also chat about the pressure to “look like a runner”, training through periods, the menopause, and the myth that running ruins your knees.


    Don't forget you can WhatsApp the programme and let us know how you are getting on, the number is +44 333 00 333 00

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    53 mins
  • SKIN: 'I Felt Absolutely GONE' - How Running Saved My Career

    SKIN: 'I Felt Absolutely GONE' - How Running Saved My Career
    Feb 12 2026

    This is the one where Emma B completes her FIRST EVER half marathon - running it alongside Virgin Radio’s very own CHRIS EVANS. We bring you all the mud and mayhem as they (literally) run for the hills in Marlow! Plus, our first rock ’n’ roll runner as SKIN from Skunk Anansie joins us from New York! What starts as a chat about running quickly becomes a masterclass in life, longevity, and the most unexpected workout playlist you've ever heard!


    Skin chats about why treating rock 'n' roll like athletic training is the secret to her 30 year career, why running has become her way of meditating, and we learn about running naked (it's NOT what you think!)


    Don't forget to WhatsApp us on +44 333 00 333 00 with your running wins, wobbles, and weekly running updates!

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    48 mins
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