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Episode 80: The 100 Marathon Man - Marathon Talk catches up with Richard Whitehead MBE

On this episode of Marathon Talk, we're joined by British Paralympian and world record holder Richard Whitehead, following his incredible achievement of running his 100th marathon of his career at the TCS New York City Marathon.

Before we speak to Richard, Martin and Deena discuss what to do now that, for most, the marathon season has come to an end. How do we keep the fitness levels where they need to be, without overdoing it? How do we stay focused, and what do we plan for to keep us excited?

Finally, Deena had the chance to speak to Rob Dalto, who was representing Team Abbott in New York, and told us about this running story.

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On this episode of Marathon Talk:

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:24 - Deena is at the finish of the Everywoman Marathon in Scottsdale, Arizona.
  • 7:04 - Now that the season is over, what do we do?
  • 18:09 - Richard Whitehead MBE joins us to tell us about his recent achievement of completing his 100th marathon.
  • 46:13 - Deena and Rob Dalto go for a short trot around Central Park, talking about the race, the city and the communities that help make the race a highlight of the sporting calendar.
  • 57:12 - Wrap-up

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