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Couch to coached- The Cool Down

Season 3, Ep. 54

Couch to coached - AWARD WINNING running podcast.


Season 3 Ep 54- Soft play areas 


Unwind and reflect with The Cool Down, your Sunday evening companion from the Couch to Coached Running Podcast. As we wrap up the week, join Rob and Ben for a relaxed, conversational session with a twist! We’ve switched up the format: instead of motivational quotes, we’re diving into a randomly generated topic of conversation. It’s a fun, laid-back way to reflect, unwind, and get inspired for the week ahead. After all, every great run deserves a good cool down!


Ben finally gets his wish , this weeks topic of conversation is.....Soft play areas


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