Saturday
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the National Running Show! We’re bringing together some of the biggest names in running – legendary athletes, expert coaches, influencers and key voices who are shaping the future of our sport.
Take a look at the stage schedules for Saturday below.
**Please note: The agenda is now finalised, though may still be subject to slight change.**
Inspiration
09.10-09.20
Welcome to the National Running Show 2026!
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
09.20-09.30
Meet Birmingham Children’s Hospital VIP
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
09.30-10.15
In Conversation with Laura Muir On Her Remarkable Journey to Olympic Medals
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
10.30-11.15
The Women’s Running Podcast presents: The Body Positivity Panel
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
11.30-12.15
In conversation with Jack Buckner, UK Athletics Chief Executive: The New Age of Running and Athletics
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
12.30-13.00
From the Slopes to Start Lines with…
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
LUNCH BREAK & BOOK SIGNING WITH
13:00 – 13:45
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
13.45-14.15
Marathons & McFly moment with…
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
14.30-15.30
RunPod Live! Interview with Dean Karnazes
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
15.45-16.30
Behind the Scenes with Para-Athlete, Content Creator and Presenter
Milly Pickles!
Inspiration Stage
Sponsored by Great Run Company, Sportsshoes.com, High 5
Skills
10.05-10.15
Welcome to the National Running Show 2026!
Running Skills Theatre
Sponsored by The Running Channel
10.15-10.45
Run Stronger: Strength Training to Stay Injury-Free as a Runner
Running Skills Theatre
Sponsored by The Running Channel
11.00-11.45
FORDY RUNS bring their award winning podcast live to our stage! Discussing if running clubs are good or bad?
Running Skills Theatre
Sponsored by The Running Channel
12.00-12.30
The Running Channel Podcast LIVE
Running Skills Theatre
Sponsored by The Running Channel
12.45-13.30
Chasing the PB – the strategies and training behind becoming a stronger runner
Running Skills Theatre
Sponsored by The Running Channel
13.45-14.15
Fun Run Ready: Injury Prevention & Functionality Masterclass with the ‘Queen of Speed’
Running Skills Theatre
Sponsored by The Running Channel
14.30-15.00
The Running Channel presents…
You Decide the Topic!
Keep an eye on their channels to have your vote!
Running Skills Theatre
Sponsored by The Running Channel
15.15-16.00
England Athletics: Empowering Women in Athletics and Running
Running Skills Theatre
Sponsored by The Running Channel
TRail & Ultra
10.05-10.15
Welcome to the National Running Show 2026!
The Trail & Ultra Stage
Sponsored by Altra13 Valleys Ultra
10.15-11.00
Winning UTMB – Here’s How
The Trail & Ultra Stage
Sponsored by Altra13 Valleys Ultra
11.00-11:35
From the Spine, Lakeland 24 record, Paddy Buckley 24hr Munro record
The Trail & Ultra Stage
Sponsored by Altra13 Valleys Ultra
11.35-12.20
Tea & Trails Live: Stories from the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra
The Trail & Ultra Stage
Sponsored by Altra13 Valleys Ultra
LUNCH
13:30-14:10
80 Ultramarathons in 80 Days and Counting
The Trail & Ultra Stage
Sponsored by Altra13 Valleys Ultra
14:10-14:45
UTMB Domination – The Data Scientist Behind Both UTMB Winners
The Trail & Ultra Stage
Sponsored by Altra13 Valleys Ultra
15.05-15.40
From Arctic or Rainforest to Desert or Mountain – Here’s how you prepare and kit up for anywhere in the world
The Trail & Ultra Stage
Sponsored by Altra13 Valleys Ultra
15.40-16.20
Black Trail Runners: UTMB Edition
The Trail & Ultra Stage
Sponsored by Altra13 Valleys Ultra
Sunday
Dive into Sunday’s agenda here. You’ll spot the big names featured below, plus check out who else is featured in the agenda…
