At 75, Sarah’s still lacing up every Saturday — and she’s been doing it since the very first Weymouth parkrun back in 2013.

In this chat, she talks about:
How her daughter inspired her to start running
The community spirit that keeps her coming back
Why she loves the seaside course (except when it’s windy)
What’s still on her 2013 iPod
And why her husband’s is part of parkrun legend at The Pineapple

This episode is a reminder that running isn’t about PBs — it’s about people, persistence, and turning up.

It was one of the windiest interviews I’ve ever recorded — but Jillian wasn’t fazed. She’s the kind of runner who keeps showing up, whatever the weather.

In this episode, we talk about running when she was younger, taking a long break and returning in her 50's. We discuss motivation, some tragedy and why not every run needs to be a race.
It’s an honest, grounded chat with someone who runs for all the right reasons — no ego, no drama, just love of the sport.

In this episode of The Pace Invader, Daniel sits down with Les — a 73-year-old runner, swimmer, cyclist, and lifelong advocate for keeping active. From his lightning-fast army days to his current role in Egdon Heath Harriers in Weymouth, Les’s story is a testament to what a lifetime of movement can bring.

We talk about the joy of Parkrun (even when you forget to stop the watch), the transition from sea swims to pool training after developing an exercise-induced heart condition, and how cycling and e-bikes now add variety to his routine. Les reflects on the marathons he once ran with ease, the importance of adapting to your body’s changes, and why joining a running club is the single best piece of advice he can give to newcomers.

Above all, this is a story about resilience, community, and the lifelong rewards of simply keeping moving.