{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/634dbce802fb89001231045a/685333dfcf39b4f29a1ef560?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Couch to coached- Running Podcast","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/634dbce802fb89001231045a/1750283150350-fea3d1e1-5501-42b9-ab7e-d9f449bdd85c.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Couch to coached - AWARD WINNING running podcast.</p><p><br></p><p>Season 3 Ep 84 –Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi on Lifestyle, Longevity &amp; Lacing Up: From Prescriptions to Parkruns</p><p><br></p><p>This week, Rob and Ben sit down with the inspiring Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi — GP, triathlete, and lifestyle medicine champion — for a conversation that goes way beyond the surgery doors.</p><p>From running ultramarathons to helping patients transform their lives through movement, mindset, and real food, Dr. Hussein shares how he went from the traditional prescription model to leading a revolution in holistic healthcare. As the clinical lead for parkrun health partnerships and a regular face on Channel 4’s <em>Steph’s Packed Lunch</em>, he’s on a mission to prove that prevention really is the best medicine.</p><p>The lads dive into the six pillars of health, why age should never be a barrier to getting active, and how running supports both physical and mental wellbeing. Plus, hear about Dr. Hussein’s own running journey — including his most brutal race and how he finds balance amidst it all.</p><p>If you're curious about how to live longer, move more, and feel better — this one’s for you.</p><p><br></p><p>🎥 Don’t forget—you can watch the podcast live on YouTube every Monday at 20:30!</p><p><br></p><p>Want to sponsor Rob and Ben? Support here: <em>Couch To Coached is fundraising for North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust UK</em></p><p>Another top-tier episode of the AWARD-WINNING running podcast!</p><p><br></p><p>Follow, share, and send in your stories:</p><p>🌐 Link Tree – <a href=\"https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://linktr.ee/couchtocoached</a></p><p>📧 Email – couchtocoached@outlook.com</p><p>📲 Instagram / TikTok – @couchtocoached</p><p>🐦 Twitter – @couchtocoached</p><p>📘 Facebook – Couch to coached – A running podcast</p><p><br></p><p>🏃‍♂️ Strava League – <a href=\"https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.strava.com/clubs/couchtocoached</a></p>","author_name":"Rob Sillito and Ben Russell"}