Holly Archer: From Childhood Champion to European Silver Medalist - The Reality of Going Pro

Holly Archer: From Childhood Champion to European Silver Medalist - The Reality of Going Pro

In this week’s episode of The Runna Podcast, Ben and Anya sit down with Holly Archer, a 1500m European silver medalist who narrowly missed out on the Olympics. Holly’s journey to becoming a professional athlete is nothing short of extraordinary, especially as she balances her athletic career with a full-time job in the pharmaceutical industry.


Highlights include:


  • European Success: The journey to winning a 1500m European silver medal while juggling her full-time career.
  • Going pro: Insights into what it really takes to become a professional athlete, from narrowly missing out on the Olympics to athletics politics
  • Childhood Challenges: From being accused of cheating as a child to proving her talent on the global stage.
  • Ben and Anya debunk popular running myths and provide tips and tricks to level up your running


Join us for an inspiring conversation that delves into the highs and lows of Holly’s career, offering a unique look at the realities of life as a professional athlete.


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