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Run The Business

Run The Business

Written by: Low Fat Radio
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Do runners make better leaders? Host Anthony Gay is on a quest to find out. Run The Business is back for 2026 to explore the place where running and leadership come together, and how the relationship between the two could be mutually beneficial to your success in both.


Each week, Ant chats with CEO’s, entrepreneurs and business leaders from around the world who share their story and personal relationship with running. Every guest offers a unique perspective on how running has helped them raise their game and achieve their goals.


Run The Business is engaging, fun and inspiring and will appeal to anyone interested in running, people and personal development.

2026 Low Fat Radio
Economics Running & Jogging
Episodes
  • Episode 49: Owen Jones / TrailKube
    May 4 2026

    Discover how Owen Jones transformed his passion for trail running into a unique business solution, TrailKube, that addresses a common pain point for ultra runners. Learn how dedication, niche understanding, and the right mindset can turn personal experiences into entrepreneurial success.

    Key Topics

    • Owen's recent adventure running near Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
    • Inspiration behind TrailKube: solving kit anxiety for runners
    • The process of validating a niche market and product idea
    • Practical steps to turn a passion into a business (prepare, launch, grow)
    • Balancing running training with business commitments
    • Using running as a mental space for clarity and problem-solving
    • Strategic marketing approaches, including event presence and social media
    • Personal evolution through running: discipline, determination, and clarity

    Keywords

    Running, leadership, trail running, ultra running, running gear, business development enjoyment, resilience, education, trail running, coaching.

    Visit Trailkube at Trailkube.com


    Run The Business is presented by Anthony Gay and produced by Hywel Evans

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    34 mins
  • Episode 47: Hannah Cox / Project Salt Run
    Apr 20 2026

    Hannah Cox went from a non-runner to completing 100 marathons in 100 daysacross India. Learn her insights on purpose, resilience, and community. Running is often seen as a solitary sport, but for Hannah, it became a transformative journey that intertwined her personal history, purpose, and the quest for social change.

    Keywords

    Running, business leadership, enjoyment, resilience, India, project salt run,

    Key Topics

    * The origin and purpose behind Project Salt Run

    * The significance of purpose-driven leadership and action

    * Building resilience through challenging circumstances

    * The importance of community and authentic storytelling in projects

    * Practical insights into sustainable running and minimal gear

    * How running influences entrepreneurial mindset and leadership

    * The role of social media in authentic storytelling

    * The mental health benefits of ultra-distance challenges

    Find Project Salt Run here https://www.projectsaltrun.com/

    And the better business network https://thebetterbusiness.network/

    Better not stop is here https://betternotstop.com/

    Run The Business is presented by Anthony Gay and Produced by Hywel Evans.

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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Episode 48: Jenny Bushell / Lake District runner
    Apr 27 2026

    Jenny Bushell shares her inspiring transition from a senior education role to becoming a trail running coach, guiding individuals from couch to ultra-distance. Jenny’s outdoor passion fuels her business, and with Ant explores her focus on resilience, identity, and enjoyment of the process.

    Keywords

    Running, leadership, enjoyment, resilience, education, trail running, coaching.

    Key Topics

    • The evolution of running: marathons, trail ultramarathons, and the Bob Graham Round
    • Building a diversified businesses
    • The importance of identity, mental resilience, and acceptance in overcoming injuries
    • How trail running techniques and mindset influence business leadership and decision-making
    • Strategies for effective coaching: personalisation, fostering enjoyment, and client relationships
    • The role of landscape and perspective in mental clarity and problem-solving
    • Advice for aspiring runners and leaders: embrace imperfection, focus on enjoyment, and define success on your own terms

    Connect with Jenny Bushell:

    • Website
    • Instagram

    Run The Business is presented by Anthony Gay and produced by Hywel Evans

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    1 hr and 9 mins
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