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Couch to Coached- Running podcast

Couch to Coached- Running podcast

Rob Sillito and Ben Russell

A podcast with 2 full time working Dads...1 a fully qualified UKA accredited running coach (Ben) and the other guy, who has never really liked running before and wants to get fit and not fat and is also a Qualified mental health nurse (Rob). Follow Robs journey from "couch to coached" supported by Ben.


The Couch to Coached Running Podcast is hosted by Rob Sillito and Ben Russell. The podcast is designed for runners of all levels, from complete beginners ("couch") to those looking for expert guidance ("coached"). It's an award-winning podcast where Rob and Ben offer a mix of humour, inspiration, and practical advice. Episodes feature everything from listener questions and running tips to personal stories about their own fitness journeys. They even dive into topics like cross-training, injury prevention, and guest interviews.


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


Instagram - @couchtocoached


Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast


Twitter - @couchtocoached


Email - [email protected]



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- The Warm up

Couch to coached- The Warm up

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11/13/24 • 33 min

Couch to coached - AWARD WINNING running podcast.

Season 3 Ep 28- Rob and Bens worst habit


Welcome to The Warm-Up, your midweek motivational boost from the Couch to Coached Running Podcast! Every Wednesday, this is your opportunity to ask Rob and Ben anything you want—whether it’s running-related or not. Tune in as they answer your questions, share tips, and offer insights to prepare you for the week’s main event on Friday. Get ready to engage, learn, and laugh with us—because every great run starts with a good warm-up!


loads of none running related questions this week...what do you call a bread ball? what are Rob and Bens worst habits? and also Discussion around Christmas decorations.


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


VISIT OUR Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached

NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk


Youtube- couch to coached - YouTube

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]


Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 22

Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 22

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05/15/23 • 69 min

Couch to coached - running podcast.

Episode 22- Mental health awareness week, Episode 1- Special Guest Dave Morton. He has been talked about on the show before. We chat about mental health and how running helps to improve his mental health.


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk

Youtube- couch to coached - YouTube

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached


Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached


Useful Links for the Armed Forces personnel:

Mental health support for the UK armed forces - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

· Combat Stress/Rethink – 24/7 freephone helpline if you have concerns about your mental health. Providing emotional supporting and a listening ear.


· Together All – provides safe, anonymous support to anyone struggling with a range of common mental health issues, or who feels burdened by everyday worries and concerns. It is free for all serving personnel, veterans, and their families and is available 24/7.


General links for everyone:

Mental health help and support services | Time To Change (time-to-change.org.uk)

· Samaritans - Provides confidential, non-judgmental emotional support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those that could lead to suicide. You can phone, email, write a letter or in most cases talk to someone face to face.

· Mind Infoline - Mind provides confidential mental health information services.



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 12

Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 12

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03/03/23 • 81 min

Couch to coached - running podcast.

Episode 12- Feedback from the second NSRRA race- Rugeley 10,.We also have a NSRRA update from the one and only Ken Rushton and a very special guest in poets corner

Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached


Join the Strava League and see if you can get a shout out on the leaderboard- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 27

Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 27

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06/09/23 • 37 min

Couch to coached - running podcast.

Episode 27- Ben is on holiday today so Rob is joined by members of Stoke F.I.T for a Stoke F.I.T special. We have Jenny Reynolds, Peter and Louise Gibbs, Tracy Thompson and Ray Wilson on the show to talk to us about all things Stoke F.I.T. We also have a surprise name on the Strava leaderboard.


If you want to sponsor the stoke F.I.T crew on their efforts at the potters 'arf here is the link- Angela Morton is fundraising for Alzheimer's Society (justgiving.com)


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk

Youtube- couch to coached - YouTube

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached


Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 15- Rich Bagnall
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03/24/23 • 50 min

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Episode 15- Another interesting interview on the podcast with Rich Bagnall, who is the Service lead for the staff psychological wellbeing hub for Staffs and Stoke on Trent NHS staff. An interesting discussion with Rich about the importance of looking after your wellbeing and how exercise/ running can help with this.

For more information about the staff psychological wellbeing hub

follow on twitter @StaffsStokeWH

Staff psychological wellbeing hub - Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, ICS (staffsstokeics.org.uk)


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk


Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached


Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached


interested in running the Endon well dressing 5k race enter here

Endon Well Dressing 5K (ewd5k.co.uk)



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 41

Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 41

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09/22/23 • 66 min

Couch to coached - running podcast.

Episode 41- Inside Manchester week 9- Who is on the podcast with Ben this week? is it Barry White? Robs feeling abit under the weather today but he is trying to keep consistent with his running. Find out how he gets on. Great Listener question about increasing milage and the benefits on double run days and Rob and Ben set the listeners a challenge.


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk

Youtube- couch to coached - YouTube

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached


Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 62

Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 62

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02/16/24 • 88 min

Couch to coached - running podcast.

Episode 62- This week we catch up on both Rob and Bens running. How did Rob get on at Alsager 5, have they both been streaking following the inspiration from Helen last week? there is a new name for the Strava League and an extra long 5 with the listeners (15 with the listeners) there is also a very special announcement at the end of the podcast. tune in to find out more.


To sponsor Helen Ryvar in her epic challenge- Helen Ryvar is fundraising for Mind (justgiving.com)


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


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Brrheato- brrHeato | Waterproof Personalised Robe DISCOUNT CODE C2CPOD

NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk


Youtube- couch to coached - YouTube

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached


Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached



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12/30/24 • 59 min

Couch to coached - AWARD WINNING running podcast.


NOW THATS WHAT I CALL COUCH TO COACHED 2024


In this special episode of Couch to Coached - The Session, we’re ringing in 2024 with the ultimate highlight reel: Now That’s What I Call Couch to Coached 2024! Join us as we revisit some of the best moments and guest interviews from January to July, celebrating the most inspiring, entertaining, and memorable episodes of the year. Plus, we’ve got a special edition of "5 with the Listener/Host" to add a little extra fun to the mix. It’s the perfect way to reflect on an incredible year and gear up for what’s next. Don’t miss it!


ANOTHER GREAT EPISODE OF THE AWARD WINNING RUNNING PODCAST


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


VISIT OUR Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached

NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk


Youtube- couch to coached - YouTube

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 71

Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 71

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04/19/24 • 73 min

Couch to coached - AWARD WINNING running podcast.

Episode 71- This week Rob and Ben are joined by record-breaking ultra runner, coach, author and green runners co-founder- Damian Hall.

Interesting and thought provoking conversation about how we can all become better 'green' runners and what we can ALL do to help the planet.


Obviously having Damian on, there also had to be a conversation about his running and what made him venture into the world of ultramarathons.

ANOTHER GREAT EPISODE OF THE AWARD WINNING RUNNING PODCAST


Interested in becoming a Green runner- Home - (thegreenrunners.com)


Interested in buying Damian's book- We Can't Run Away From This: Racing to improve running’s footprint in our climate emergency: Amazon.co.uk: Damian Hall: 9781839811166: Books


MORE INFORMATION ON BENS AMANZING CHALLENGE AND TO SPONSOR BEN- Ben Russell is fundraising for The PSP Association (justgiving.com)


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


VISIT OUR Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached

NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk


Youtube- couch to coached - YouTube

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached


Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached



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Couch to Coached- Running podcast - Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 65

Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 65

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03/08/24 • 80 min

Couch to coached - AWARD WINNING running podcast.

Episode 65- This episode has been a long time in the making. Rob and Ben are joined by Writer, Tri-Athlete and 'Grass roots' runner Sean Kachmarski. Hear about Sean's running journey, the reason he started running and what this has resulted in Sean doing now. Its a great and inspiring story.

Find out all about the podcast running related affiliates and discount codes.


To sponsor Helen in her epic challenge- Helen Ryvar is fundraising for Mind (justgiving.com)


Follow the podcast and make sure to get in contact with us, ask questions and let us know if you have any funny related running stories you would like us to read out on the future episodes.


VISIT OUR Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached

NSRRA- www.nsrra.org.uk


Youtube- couch to coached - YouTube

Instagram - @couchtocoached

Facebook - Couch to coached - A running podcast

Twitter - @couchtocoached

TikTok-@couchtocoached

Email - [email protected]

Link Tree- https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached


Strava League- https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached



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How many episodes does Couch to Coached- Running podcast have?

Couch to Coached- Running podcast currently has 142 episodes available.

What topics does Couch to Coached- Running podcast cover?

The podcast is about Best, Health & Fitness, Exercise, Motivation, Running, Podcast, Podcasts, Sports and Coaching.

What is the most popular episode on Couch to Coached- Running podcast?

The episode title 'Couch to coached- Running Podcast Episode 53' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Couch to Coached- Running podcast?

The average episode length on Couch to Coached- Running podcast is 56 minutes.

How often are episodes of Couch to Coached- Running podcast released?

Episodes of Couch to Coached- Running podcast are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Couch to Coached- Running podcast?

The first episode of Couch to Coached- Running podcast was released on Nov 4, 2022.

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