12 Months to Marathon
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!
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12 Months to Marathon
Episode 95 – The Record-Breaking 2026 London Marathon Review
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Episode 95 – The Record-Breaking 2026 London Marathon Review
In this episode, I break down one of the greatest marathon days in history — the incredible 2026 London Marathon.
We dive into:
- Sabastian Sawe’s historic 1:59:30 marathon
- Two men going sub-2 in the same race
- Jacob Kiplimo breaking the world record and still finishing third
- Tigst Assefa’s women-only world record
- The astonishing pacing statistics behind the performances
- Why Sawe’s second half marathon was faster than the current American half marathon record
- The role of super shoes, skepticism and elite performance
- What everyday runners can learn from the greatest marathon ever run
I also reflect on my own recent half marathon, booking Newport Marathon for next spring, and why performances like this should challenge all of us to rethink what’s possible — not just in running, but in life.
This is a deep dive into marathon running, mindset, human potential and the culture around elite sport.
If you’re an over-35 runner chasing your own marathon dreams, this one’s for you.
