The Couch to 5K Podcast

Whatever stage you're at in your running journey, Giovanna Fletcher will gently encourage you to get to the next step.

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John Robins - from Alcohol Addiction to Becoming a Runner; "The Act of Beginning is Where the Magic is"
Presenter and stand-up comedian John Robins on his journey from addiction to running.
05 Mar 2026,44 mins
Ask The Expert Bonus: What next if you've completed Couch to 5k?
Athletics legend Steve Cram has advice on what to do after completing Couch to 5k.
02 Mar 2026,12 mins
Jodie Ounsley - on Defiance to be a Gladiator, Rugby Player and Runner whilst Profoundly Deaf
Gladiator and pro-rugby player Jodie Ounsley on defiance whilst being profoundly deaf
26 Feb 2026,30 mins
Ask The Expert Bonus: Lessons from celebrity extreme challenges
What can we learn from celebrity extreme challenges to help our Couch to 5k journey?
23 Feb 2026,16 mins
Harry and Izzy Judd - from teen pop star to serious marathon runner
McFly's Harry Judd on his lifestyle switch to serious runner chasing a fast marathon time
19 Feb 2026,42 mins
Ask The Expert Bonus: Running with a cold and other pains
BBC Morning Live's expert Dr Punam Krishan on running with a cold and other pains
16 Feb 2026,10 mins
Ask The Expert Bonus: What you need to know about food, drink and exercise
Activity expert Professor Greg Whyte on what to eat and drink to help you run well
12 Feb 2026,13 mins
Javeno McLean - Don't negotiate with your mind and taking opportunities now
Pride of Britain winner Javeno McLean on fitness, happiness and the mind
09 Feb 2026,29 mins
Ask The Expert Bonus Edition: Running for weight loss and injury prevention
BBC Morning Live's Dr Punam Krishan on running for weight loss and how to prevent injury
02 Feb 2026,10 mins
Reece Parkinson and Sally Chambers - Running with a Chronic Illness
Reece talks about running with type 1 diabetes and Sally with stage 4 bowel cancer
02 Feb 2026,38 mins
Ask the Expert Bonus: Steve Cram on running technique
Steve Cram answers your questions on running technique and breathing
29 Jan 2026,13 mins
Bryony Gordon - Running Saved My Life (tackling body image and addiction)
Journalist and author Bryony Gordon on the remarkable story of how running saved her life
29 Jan 2026,47 mins
Steve Cram CBE - believe in yourself and trust the plan
Couch coach and former Olympian Steve Cram on trusting the plan and belief in yourself
22 Jan 2026,37 mins
Ask the Expert Bonus Edition: Tips and tricks to stay motivated and keep running
Expert Professor Greg Whyte gives his advice and top tips on how to keep motivated
19 Jan 2026,16 mins
Savannah Sachdev - Running at least 10 minutes every day since 2021
Savannah Sachdev on her transformation from being non-sporty to running every day.
15 Jan 2026,30 mins
Ask The Expert Bonus: Running..a doctor's verdict
Giovanna Fletcher is joined by GP and BBC Good Morning's expert Dr Punam Krishan.
12 Jan 2026,10 mins
Maisie Adam – where the mind drifts whilst running and overcoming the struggles of a marathon
Comedian Maisie Adam reveals her struggles with running and how she lets her mind go.
08 Jan 2026,33 mins
Ask The Expert Bonus: What should I know about running gear?
Celebrity trainer Professor Greg Whyte answers essential questions on running gear.
05 Jan 2026,14 mins
Ask the Expert Bonus - Starting or Returning to Running
Former Olympic athlete Steve Cram gives advice on beginning and returning to running.
02 Jan 2026,15 mins
The Traitors Special – Minah Shannon and Freddie Fraser on life on the show and why running matters
Secrets from the TV show The Traitors and how running shaped the lives of two contestants.
01 Jan 2026,42 mins
Season 2 Trailer
Giovanna Fletcher is back with more inspiration for your running journey.
29 Dec 2025,1 min
Sara Davies MBE – the life-changing Couch to 5K prescription and finding time to run as a busy mum and TV Dragon.
Giovanna Fletcher helps you on your Couch to 5K journey with warm and encouraging chat.
23 Jun 2025,47 mins
Dr Alex George – From an ED doctor to Love Island and why Couch to 5K is one of the greatest ever health interventions
Giovanna Fletcher helps you on your Couch to 5K journey with warm and encouraging chat.
16 Jun 2025,57 mins
Jowita Przystal – the Strictly dancer on running for happiness and joy and being told she would never make a runner.
Giovanna Fletcher helps you on your Couch to 5K journey with warm and encouraging chat.
09 Jun 2025,44 mins
Dame Laura Kenny on taking up running, competitiveness with her husband Jason and exercise in pregnancy.
Giovanna Fletcher speaks to Dame Laura Kenny about running and exercise in pregnancy.
02 Jun 2025,40 mins
Colson Smith on his life-changing journey from an overweight 11 year old Coronation Street actor to regular runner.
Giovanna Fletcher helps you on your Couch to 5K journey with warm and encouraging chat.
25 May 2025,43 mins
Dr Punam Krishan on prescribing running for better health and how best to be injury-free
Giovanna Fletcher helps you on your Couch to 5K journey with warm and encouraging chat.
18 May 2025,47 mins
Lindsey Burrow on running to cope with the pressure of being a carer and dealing with grief
Giovanna Fletcher helps you on your Couch to 5K journey with warm and encouraging chat.
12 May 2025,37 mins
Tik Tok star Charley Marlowe on trying to find motivation to exercise and a fear of being seen running in public.
Giovanna Fletcher helps you on your Couch to 5K journey with warm and encouraging chat.
05 May 2025,42 mins
Jo Whiley on being a Couch to 5K coach, music, nature, family and running and menopause.
Giovanna Fletcher helps you on your Couch to 5K journey with warm and encouraging chat.
25 Apr 2025,36 mins