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EPISODE · Feb 10, 2026 · 51 MIN

#158: Why do we run? - A deep dive into physical and mental health, challenges and inspiration

from The Running Rules Podcast · host Alan Ladd

This week it is the 3rd birthday of the podcast! A massive thank you to everyone listening and supporting what I do!This week I explore why we run through my own journey of someone who would avoid P.E. and games at school to this point where running is a massive part of my life.When looking back I found that my 'why' changes from time to time but some core things unite all the phases of my running.I also look at why it is important to know the reason you're doing it and how that can help you when the going gets tough in a workout or race.Come to the free webinar 'Unlock your next marathon PB' by heading over to www.therunningrules.com/marathonpb to book your place. I'll be talking about the 4 reasons I see people not hit their goals and what you can do about it now at 12:30 on Thursday 19th February!If you need more detailed advice and help planning your nutrition, you can learn at your own pace with the 'Master the marathon' course available at ⁠⁠www.therunningrules.com/master-the-marathon

This week it is the 3rd birthday of the podcast! A massive thank you to everyone listening and supporting what I do!This week I explore why we run through my own journey of someone who would avoid P.E. and games at school to this point where running is a massive part of my life.When looking back I found that my 'why' changes from time to time but some core things unite all the phases of my running.I also look at why it is important to know the reason you're doing it and how that can help you when the going gets tough in a workout or race.Come to the free webinar 'Unlock your next marathon PB' by heading over to www.therunningrules.com/marathonpb to book your place. I'll be talking about the 4 reasons I see people not hit their goals and what you can do about it now at 12:30 on Thursday 19th February!If you need more detailed advice and help planning your nutrition, you can learn at your own pace with the 'Master the marathon' course available at ⁠⁠www.therunningrules.com/master-the-marathon

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