12 Months to Marathon

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Hi, I'm John Hill. I host 12 Months to Marathon—the running podcast for people over 35 with marathon dreams. Whether you are looking for a personal best or want to run a marathon, my story and regular tips should help you get there. I didn't run my first marathon until I was 36. I ran my first sub-3 marathon at the age of 45. If I can do it, so can you! For even more daily tips, make sure to follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/Thanks for listening. 

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    12 Months to Marathon - Episode 87: Anthony Bryan – Brain Tumour Survivor to Marathon Runner

    Send us Fan Mail 12 Months to Marathon – Episode 87: Anthony Bryan – From Brain Tumour Survivor to Marathon Runner In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Anthony Bryan, brain tumour survivor, stroke survivor, para athlete, personal trainer, motivational speaker, Guinness World Record holder, and London Marathon finisher. Anthony shares his incredible story of being diagnosed with a brain tumour at just six years old, suffering a stroke during surgery, and being told by doctors that he would never run or be active again. What followed is one of the most inspiring journeys I’ve ever heard. We talk about: Surviving a childhood brain tumourRecovering from a strokeLearning to live with paralysis on one side of his bodyGoing from wheelchair user to world champion para athleteWinning gold in the 800m and 1500mRunning the London MarathonBreaking a Guinness World RecordTraining for HYROX World ChampionshipsUsing fitness, resilience, and mindset to prove the doubters wrongAnthony also opens up about growing up as the only disabled child in school sport, finding confidence through athletics, and how his disability became his superpower. This episode is about overcoming adversity, mental strength, resilience, disability sport, para athletics, marathon motivation, and what’s possible when you refuse to accept other people’s limits. If you need inspiration for your own running, fitness, or life journey, this is one to listen to. Follow Anthony on Instagram: @thenolimitsathlete You can also find his workouts on YouTube: Anthony Bryan Fitness And if you enjoy the podcast, please follow, share, and leave a review on Spotify or Apple. Support the show

    49 min

  2. 13 MAR

    12 Months to Marathon - Episode 86 - 18 Mile Marathons & Charity Places

    Send a text Episode 86 – 18 Mile Marathons & Charity Places Marathons have been dominating the running conversation this week, and not always for the right reasons. In this episode, I talk about three topics that have been doing the rounds online: the LA Marathon offering runners the option to finish at 18 miles and still receive a medal, the debate around charity places vs qualification times in the major marathons, and the growing discussion about filming during races. But underneath all of this is a bigger issue. Have we started turning running into something it was never meant to be? Running should be an escape from the noise of the world, not another place for arguments, politics, or division. Whether it’s debates about medals, charity runners, or race access, it’s easy to forget the most important thing: we’re all just trying to run our own race. In this episode, I share my honest perspective on: The safety conversation around hot marathons and shortened racesWhy 18-mile finishes and medals shouldn’t bother youThe reality of charity places vs good-for-age qualificationWhy chasing the major marathons can sometimes make runners bitterAnd why the real message for the running community is simple: focus on your race and support each otherThere are thousands of incredible marathons around the world — and you don’t need a major medal to call yourself a marathon runner. If you’re training right now and the doubts are creeping in, you’re not alone. That’s part of the process. Follow me on Instagram @12monthstomarathon for daily running advice, and if you’re over 35 you can join my free running community via the link in my bio. Support the show

    15 min

  3. 5 MAR

    12 Months to Marathon - Episode 85 - Rich & Andy - Clean Break Coaching

    Send a text 12 Months to Marathon – Episode 85: Alcohol-Free Running, Identity & Control (with Clean Break Coaching) In this episode, I’m joined by Rich and Andy from Clean Break Coaching for a proper conversation about running, sobriety, identity, and what it actually takes to take back control in midlife. We talk honestly about the “weekend warrior” trap — training hard in the week, then drinking hard at the weekend — and how easy it is to use running as a mask while your relationships, energy, and mental health quietly take the hit. Andy shares his journey to 7 years alcohol-free, including how fatherhood, trust, and burnout became the turning point. Rich opens up about working in the alcohol industry, losing his sense of identity during Covid, and the moment he realised he couldn’t keep living two lives: outwardly “fine”, inwardly struggling. This one is for anyone over 35 who feels like they’ve lost control — or knows deep down that alcohol is costing more than it’s giving. We cover: Why alcohol feels like “fun” and discipline feels “boring” (and how that gets programmed into us)Dopamine, escapism, and why it’s never really “about the drink”The difference between comfort and familiarity — and why people stay stuckHow Clean Break Coaching was built, and why alcohol-free running communities work“Control the controllables” — and why that mindset changes everythingFollow Clean Break Coaching on Instagram and check out their podcast Clean Break Chats for more. https://www.instagram.com/clean.break.coaching/ https://open.spotify.com/show/50jxtckfnkthFp98Q2uAzu?si=d5b740447e794eb8 If you’re new here, make sure you follow/subscribe. And if you’ve listened to a few episodes, a quick Spotify review really helps the podcast grow. For daily running tips, follow me on Instagram @12monthstomarathon and join the free Over 35 Running Community via the link in my bio. Support the show

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Hi, I'm John Hill. I host 12 Months to Marathon—the running podcast for people over 35 with marathon dreams. Whether you are looking for a personal best or want to run a marathon, my story and regular tips should help you get there. I didn't run my first marathon until I was 36. I ran my first sub-3 marathon at the age of 45. If I can do it, so can you! For even more daily tips, make sure to follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/12monthstomarathon/Thanks for listening. 

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  • Creator
    John
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    87
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 12 Months to Marathon
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    12 Months to Marathon

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