Paula Radcliffe on pushing limits, bouncing back, and life beyond the finish line

Joining us today is one of the greatest long-distance runners of all time, a world record-breaking athlete whose relentless determination and resilience has inspired millions — it’s the phenomenal Paula Radcliffe!In this episode, Paula takes us through the defining moments of her extraordinary career, from the highs of shattering records at the London Marathon in 2003 — a time that remained unbeaten for 16 years — to the heartbreak of injury setbacks on some of the biggest world stages, including the Athens Olympics in 2004. She reflects on the mental resilience that kept her going, the reality of retiring from a sport that defined her life and the lessons she’s carried into life beyond competition.Now focused on inspiring the next generation, Paula talks about the joy of running for pleasure, how she’s balancing ambition with self-care, and why she still laces up her trainers every day.If you want to hear more, you can keep up with all things marathon madness by listening to Paula’s Marathon Run Club wherever you get your podcasts.For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.