The Running Channel
Formerly | No former names. |
|---|---|
| ISIN | 🆔 |
| Industry | Digital media / Sports media. |
| Founded 📆 | |
| Founder 👔 | Team includes Anna Harding (ex-BBC), Andy Baddeley (Olympian), plus others. |
Area served 🗺️ | |
| Members | Anna Harding, Rick Kelsey, Sarah Hartley, Andy Baddeley, etc. |
Number of employees | Small production/media team (<10). |
| Rating | Not publicly disclosed. |
| 🌐 Website | https://therunningchannel.com/ |
| 📇 Address | London, United Kingdom |
| 📞 telephone | |
| runningchannel | |
| OfficialRunningChannel | |
| runningchannel | |
History
The Running Channel was founded in 2018 by former professional runner Andy Baddeley and Adam Tranter, aiming to provide engaging and informative content for runners of all abilities. Originally part of Fusion Media, it became an independent entity in 2019.[1]
Reach and Recognition
As of mid-2025, the YouTube channel has grown to approximately 796,000 subscribers and amassed over 118 million views. It ranks among the most prominent running-focused channels globally.[2][3]
Notable Contributors
Anna Harding, former broadcast journalist (Bauer Media and Global Radio), is the primary presenter and content lead. Her creative ideas and community-driven approach are central to the channel's identity.[4] Other regular hosts include Sarah Hartley, Rick Kelsey, James Dunn, Tom Dunn, Jess Furness, and Mo Abdin, offering varied perspectives and training experiences for viewers.[5]
Social Media
- YouTube: ~796,000 subscribers; 118M+ total views
- Twitter: @runningchannel
- Facebook: /OfficialRunningChannel
- Instagram: @runningchannel
- LinkedIn: /company/the-running-channel
External links
- [Official website](https://therunningchannel.com/)
- [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@runningchannel)
- ↑ "Running Channel". Wikipedia. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
- ↑ "The Running Channel YouTube Channel Statistics". SpeakrJ. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
- ↑ "The Running Channel's Subscriber Count, Stats & Income". vidIQ. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
- ↑ "INTERVIEW: The Running Channel's Anna Harding discusses online trolls". SW Londoner. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
- ↑ "Running Channel". Wikipedia. Retrieved 2025-08-28.
