What happens when life puts your running on pause?

Whether you're dealing with injury, illness, a packed schedule, or just one of those unpredictable life moments, this episode of RunPod: The Extra Mile is for you.

Jenni's diving into how to stay positive, focused, and mentally strong when you’re sidelined from your usual routine.

Tune in for motivation, mindset tips, and a reminder that you're still very much on the journey-even if you're not logging miles right now.

This week on RunPod, Jenni is joined by the unstoppable Caroline Idiens — better known to her 2.2 million Instagram followers as Caroline Circuits!

After swapping a successful career in advertising for one in fitness back in 2001, Caroline never looked back. From personal training in London to running dynamic group circuit classes in Berkshire, her journey has always been fuelled by a deep passion for strength training. In 2020, she brought her workouts online during lockdown and built a thriving fitness community from living rooms across the country.

In this energising episode, Jenni and Caroline dive into why strength training is essential for runners, how building strength supports longevity and injury prevention, and why being strong - physically and mentally - matters more than ever, especially as we age.

They also discuss Caroline’s brand-new Sunday Times Best Seller, Fit at 50: Your Guide to a Stronger, Fitter and Happier (Mid) Life in Just 6 Weeks, a motivating guide packed with achievable fitness programmes and healthy, delicious meals to help women feel their best at any age.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just getting started, this conversation will leave you inspired to pick up those weights and power up your stride.

Jenni's got another bite-sized RunPod Power Playlist bonus episode, featuring legendary long-distance runner and commentator Sir Brendan Foster.

He gives a quick peek into the podcasts that keep him company-and yes, there’s even a Mark Knopfler name drop. It’s a light, personal insight into what he listens to when he’s not inspiring others.

Don’t forget to check out Brendan’s full episode on RunPod, where he reflects on the Great North Run, his incredible career, mindset, and passion for running.