🎙 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:
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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:
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🎙 Season 4, Episode 14 – Tackling the Deadly Dozen & Talking Racing with Ken Rushton
This week on the award-winning Couch to Coached Running Podcast, Rob and Ben take you inside their action-packed day at the Deadly Dozen Fitness Challenge at Alexander Stadium, Birmingham — and welcome a very special guest, Ken Rushton from the North Staffs Roadrunners Association.
First, Rob and Ben relive every sweaty detail from the 12 runs and 12 workout labours — from bear crawls and burpees to battling the mental and physical grind. Expect plenty of laughs, pacing tips, and a look at why finding your “Goldilocks zone” is key to surviving tough challenges.
Then, the conversation shifts as Ken Rushton joins the crew to talk all things North Staffs racing. From recent race highlights and the introduction of the Denstone 10 Mile event to current standings and upcoming challenges, Ken brings valuable insights into the local running community and what’s on the horizon.
🎧 Highlights include:
Packed with fitness tips, running insights, and plenty of laughs, this episode is perfect for anyone training hard, racing local, or just loving the running community vibe.
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