Episode Five is out now!
This week we meet the incredible Gina Little.
Gina is a true inspiration, and a lesson in longevity, having achieved her Six Star Finisher’s medal at 77 years young! She carries with her the true spirit of the sport, and stories of such a strong running community.
We hear from Gina having completed her 602nd marathon, plus a roundup of stories including the life-saving marathoner, an intriguing sub-3:30 time set while chain smoking, and how to use cross country in your spring marathon build up.
Also in this episode of Marathon Talk:
- 0:00 - Deena’s recent Mammoth Turkey Trot, and the World Cup rivalry across the pond
- 7:30 - A roundup of a remarkable chain smoking marathoner, real life superhero saving two lives in the Monterey Half Marathon, a huge incident in Troy, and how to use cross country in your marathon prep
- 21:20 - The oldest 6 Star Finisher, Gina Little, on her 600+ marathons, affinity to London’s race, and the secrets to her longevity
- 51:10 - 6 questions for a 6 Star Finisher, and looking forward to the holidays with the 12-day Christmas Tree running challenge.
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Other news
Elite women's field confirmed for Sydney
Brigid Kosgei and Sifan Hassan will go head-to-head in the inaugural World Marathon Major in Sydney
Increased field announced for 2026 Tokyo Marathon
Organisers have also announced an increase in prize money for the elite wheelchair marathon.
Hassan set for Sydney debut
Dutch superstar Sifan Hassan will take part in the inaugural Major Marathon in Sydney.
