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I Can Run A Marathon

I Can Run A Marathon

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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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  • Paula Radcliffe Told Me THIS The Week Before My First Marathon

    Paula Radcliffe Told Me THIS The Week Before My First Marathon
    Apr 22 2026

    The final episode before London Marathon 2026 is here... and Emma B has pulled out the big guns!


    Joining her for this episode is running royalty Paula Radcliffe, three-time London Marathon champion, former world record holder (2:15:25, held for an 16 incredible years), and one of the greatest British distance runners in history.


    Whether you're pacing with maranoia, buzzing with excitement, or quietly terrified, this episode is your ultimate pre-race survival guide. Paula shares why your body will feel heavy and sluggish right before the big day, her golden advice for pacing in the heat, the smart trick of walking through early water stations, and the emotion she promises will hit you at the finish line.


    Plus, the top 5 tips from the entire series from Helen Thorne's kit checklist to Hugh Brasher's "don't go out too fast" warning. Emma is also joined by TalkSPORT's Andy Goldstein and Weekend Sports Breakfast's Shebhan Aherne - who share their own fuelling strategies!


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    35 min
  • The Final Week Before a Marathon… Here’s What It Really Feels Like | Angellica Bell

    The Final Week Before a Marathon… Here’s What It Really Feels Like | Angellica Bell
    Apr 15 2026

    We’re one week away from the London Marathon, so Emma calls upon her friend and biggest cheerleader, Angellica Bell for a reassuring chat ahead of race day!


    Angellica, who you'll know from The One Show, winning Celebrity MasterChef and CBBC, ran the London Marathon in 2002 as well as the Great North Run seven times! Emma and Angellica cover everything from the party atmosphere of race day and the truth about hitting the wall, to running with Basil Brush and being overtaken by Mr. Tickle at mile 25!


    This one will leave you feeling inspired and ready to go! Boom Boom.


    Every week, we want to hear how your marathon journey is going... the wins or the wobbles, or good luck messages. Just WhatsApp us on +44 333 00 333 00


    This episode is sponsored by the British Heart Foundation. Find out more: https://www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/events

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  • What To Eat Before the London Marathon | 2 Weeks Out

    What To Eat Before the London Marathon | 2 Weeks Out
    Apr 8 2026

    We're just two weeks away from the London Marathon 2026 and things are suddenly getting very real!


    In this episode, Emma B is joined by Tracy Parker, a Dietician from the British Heart Foundation and first-time marathon runner Lucie Bond for a reassuring chat about one of the biggest race day stress points... nutrition.


    Tracy shares her advice on glycogen, hydration, electrolytes, cramp, breakfast timing, fuelling early, recovery, why sticking to what your body already knows is one of the smartest things you can do, and what happens when your long run has been powered by mini eggs and jelly babies!


    Alongside Tracy's expert tips, Lucie tells us how she is running for the British Heart Foundation after her son Archie was born with congenital heart disease. It’s a moving reminder of the reasons so many people take on this huge challenge in the first place.


    Every week, we want to hear how your marathon journey is going… the wins or the wobbles, or good luck messages. Just WhatsApp us on +44 333 00 333 00.


    This episode is sponsored by the British Heart Foundation. Learn more at bhf.org.uk/events

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    39 min
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