Season 4, Episode 18 – Tower to Tower: Running for a Cause

This week on the Couch to Coached Running Podcast, the team speak to Dan and Danny who will take on their biggest adventure yet: the Tower to Tower Challenge — running all the way from the Tower of London to the Eiffel Tower in Paris to raise money for Papyrus, a suicide prevention charity.

Rob, Ben and Emma speak to Dan and Danny who share their training progress, route plans, and the logistics of covering 250km, including ferry crossings, nutrition strategies, and the all-important support crew. They talk honestly about the nerves, excitement, and mental strength needed for endurance running, as well as the camaraderie that will carry them through.

Rob,Ben and Emma also share their running in the last week, they celebrate recent PBs, reflect on lessons from the Great North Run, and look ahead to future goals — . With laughter, honesty, and plenty of fundraising spirit, this episode captures both the adventure and the meaning behind it.

🎧 Highlights include:

• The Tower to Tower Challenge: London to Paris by foot
• Why raising funds for Papyrus matters
• Training updates and race strategies
• The role of team support and logistics
• Nutrition, pacing, and planning for endurance events
• Celebrating PBs and lessons from the Great North Run
• Future plans, community support, and a film documenting the journey
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An inspiring mix of training talk, personal stories, and charity focus — perfect for runners who love a big challenge, care about community, or want motivation to push beyond their limits.

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