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    Marathon Handbook Podcast

    Marathon Handbook Podcast

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    Marathon Handbook's weekly podcast covers everything you need to know about running, from running your first 5K to qualifying for the Boston Marathon! Each week, our editors chat about what's going on in the running scene, as well as timely training tips, the best new gear, and what's happening at the world's biggest races. We'll cover everything from the Boston Marathon to the Barkley Marathons, often podding live from the most important moments in running! Watch our video podcast each week on YouTube, and listen to it wherever you get your podcasts! Inquiries: podcast@marathonhandbook.com

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    King Charles at Parkrun, Olympians Get Paid, VO₂ Max History + A 16-Year-Old Runs 3:48

    King Charles at Parkrun, Olympians Get Paid, VO₂ Max History + A 16-Year-Old Runs 3:48

    February 2, 2026
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    Michael Doyle and Jessy Carveth return with five of the most intriguing running stories of the week:

    King Charles III makes a surprise appearance at a parkrun in Norfolk (0:56).

    A billionaire pledges $100M to support U.S. Olympic athletes — with delayed payouts and major conditions (6:16).

    Sha’Carri Richardson faces legal trouble after being clocked at 100 mph (12:00).

    Triathlon star Kristian Blummenfelt records the highest VO₂ max ever measured (15:34).

    16-year-old Sam Ruthe shocks the sport with a historic 3:48 mile in Boston (18:36)

    Plus, Jessy shares his early picks for the London Marathon.

    New episodes every Monday evening — subscribe and stay caught up on the running world.

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