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This podcast series looks into the world of running events in detail. The pandemic had a devastating impact on a sector that was in great health heading into 2020. What’s happened since? What events are growing and which ones are struggling? Is the half marathon the distance of the future, or can the marathon fight back? We have race directors and others involved in the sector, from events large and small, giving us their thoughts.

The Sapphire Running Zone specialises in providing running training and fundraising support for runners of all levels. Founder Tim Rogers is a veteran of 73 marathons and over 200 half marathons, many in fancy dress. He held the world record for running an official marathon on all 7 continents in the quickest time, has written 3 running books and was one of the first to run all of the world marathon majors in a calendar year. Here Tim and special guests will share their experiences and answer your questions. Running is one the greatest ways to lose weight and has huge mental health benefits, ...

All around the world runners are pounding the streets with many different aims and objectives. Some are running to get fit and others are training for an event. Many are fundraising for their favourite charity. Here we chat to some of those runners and share their goals and aspirations. Hopefully you’ll pick up something that will make your running even more fulfilling.