🎙 The Couch to Coached Running Podcast
Hosted by Rob Sillito, Ben Russell, & Emma Brydges
Three full-time working adults. One shared goal: to make running accessible, honest, and fun.
Join Rob (a mental health nurse who's never liked running), Emma (a busy mum and passionate runner), and Ben (a UKA-accredited running coach working full-time coaching kids — and now coaching both Rob and Emma) as they bring you The Couch to Coached Running Podcast.
This award-winning show follows Rob’s transformation from couch to coached, Emma’s mission to train smarter, and Ben’s expert guidance every step — or misstep — along the way.
Whether you're brand new to running or chasing that next PB, you’ll get:
📬 Got a question or a funny running story? Send it in — it might get featured in a future episode!
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🎙 The Couch to Coached Running Podcast
Hosted by Rob Sillito, Ben Russell, & Emma Brydges
Three full-time working adults. One shared goal: to make running accessible, honest, and fun.
Join Rob (a mental health nurse who's never liked running), Emma (a busy mum and passionate runner), and Ben (a UKA-accredited running coach working full-time coaching kids — and now coaching both Rob and Emma) as they bring you The Couch to Coached Running Podcast.
This award-winning show follows Rob’s transformation from couch to coached, Emma’s mission to train smarter, and Ben’s expert guidance every step — or misstep — along the way.
Whether you're brand new to running or chasing that next PB, you’ll get:
📬 Got a question or a funny running story? Send it in — it might get featured in a future episode!
Follow us on:
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Couch to Coached – AWARD-WINNING Running Podcast
What does it take to step outside your comfort zone, learn new skills as an adult, and push towards big endurance goals? This week, we dive into a candid and entertaining chat about triathlon training, running breakthroughs, and the messy-but-rewarding process of personal growth.
From swimming lessons that challenge confidence to the realities of balancing swim–bike–run training, the hosts open up about what it really looks like to start from scratch. They discuss overcoming self-consciousness, setting meaningful goals, and why technique matters more than distance—especially when it comes to the water.
The conversation also shifts to the running world: understanding aerobic and anaerobic thresholds, the importance of recovery, and the mindset required for taking on a 24-hour run. From night running to the logistics of self-supported efforts, listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at what endurance challenges demand both mentally and physically.
Throughout the episode, Rob Ben and Emma underscore the power of community—whether it’s training partners, online supporters, or listeners sharing their goals. Leadership, accountability, and the shared pursuit of improvement all take center stage as they reflect on their own journeys.
Whether you're curious about triathlon, looking to level up your training, or simply need a push toward your next fitness goal, this episode offers both insight and inspiration.
Highlights
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