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The story of one middle-aged man's desperate attempt to outrun obesity, self-doubt and a lifetime of poor decisions... armed with only trainers and an unhealthy obsession with Strava. Gordon takes the audience through the highs, lows and humiliations of trying to transform from couch potato to ultra-runner while battling food addiction, midlife, marathon disasters and a complete lack of dignity. Expect brutally honest storytelling, sharp observations and plenty of self-deprecation. Whether you're a seasoned runner or think Parkrun sounds like hell, this is a show about chasing impossible…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Run Fat Boy Run is by Gordon Keane, listed under Comedy in the Fringe programme. It plays at Alchemist | St James Quarter, 401-403 St James Square, EH1 3AD, 17 August to 30 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 14+. Tickets are £7.50. Content warnings: Strong language.