ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Jake Smith is a prominent British long-distance runner currently competing for the dsm-firmenich Running Team.
After a significant career break due to RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) & multiple stress fractures, he made a successful competitive comeback in 2025 & is now targeting the 2026 London Marathon.
As of February 2026, Smith is in a heavy training block, recently completing a high-volume camp in Monte Gordo, Portugal.
London Marathon 2026: He has publicly set a target time of 2:09:29 for the race on 26 April 2026.
Coaching: He is currently coached by the husband-and-wife team of Gav and Jo Pavey.
Immediate Schedule: He is preparing for the Barcelona Half Marathon in February 2026 as part of his build-up.
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