Have we reach peak saturation for big ultrarunning challenges?
With more and more people running more and more miles over more and more continents, has the normalisation of going massive devalued what are incredible feats of endurance?
Well, Ben, Rachel and Ali have a rambling chat about it and try to figure it out.
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Solo running vs group running? The pros and cons
On this week’s episode, in the company of RW’s senior writer, Rachel Boswell, we discuss the pros and cons of solo running vs group running, looking at what the latest science says.
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Where to spend your money when it comes to running
It's often hard to know where to spend your money on when it comes to running - yes of course shoes are essential but do they NEED to be expensive? Using a very professional scale of swerve, scrimp and splurge, Rick and Ben and Ali discuss (and argue) over what they think are the important bits of kit when it comes to running.
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Big brands and trail running
With the continued growth of trail running and brands from inside and outside of running scrambling for a piece of the pie, we got the chance to speak to New Balance about why they have decided now is the time to enter back into the scene with gusto, what drove the decision and what they promise to do for the sport.
This episode is NOT sponsored by New Balance.
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The life and legend of Steve Prefontaine
50 years following his death, Rick and Ben are joined by journalist and author Brendan O'Meara, to discuss why his legacy within running continues to shine when so many others are forgotten.
Brendan's book - The Front Runner: The Life of Steve Prefontaine - is available wherever you get your books!
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The Runner's World podcast is your weekly dose of all things running.
Hosted by Rick Pearson and Ben Hobson, we are here to inform and entertain with unique interviews, advice and in-depth discussions from celebrity guests, elite athletes, pro coaches, musicians, comedians and everyday runners, focusing on every element from the world of running.
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