Better with Running

In this weeks episode of Better with Running

Athlete Interview: Luke Smith

Quick Questions & Coach's Corner

On this weeks episode of Better with Running Podcast, Chriso hits the traditional 8 x 1km session and battles on in the last few reps, to round out an impressive 76k week!

Zacca continues to reload with more consecutive runs and gym sessions, before going a bit rogue on latest run that prompted a listener question.

This weeks #teamrun2pb athlete interview is with Brad White, after starting running in 2020, and joining run2pb to be coached by Brady Threlfall in 2022, we hear about Brad’s running journey from a footballer who would bank time early to an accomplished marathoner.  

We hear about his most recent marathon in Chicago, where he ran 3:00:44 with a negative split. The build included a comprehensive look at the nutritional side of things as well as dedicated and consistent build around a busy family and work life.

Brad finishes with the quick questions and touches on his newly formed Drysdale Run Club and what it is doing for the local community.

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Tune in to this week's Better with Running Podcast! Chriso shares his 70km training week, featuring a tough 5k session and a grueling long run. Zacca, on the other hand, is battling a niggle and focusing on recovery through mobility and strength training.

This weeks guest joins all the way from the UK, he signed up back in April of 2021 wanting to run the London marathon and going sub 90 for a half marathon. Over the last 3 years he has lowered his 5km PB to 18:51, achieved that sub 90 half marathon going 1:29:53 at Surrey and most recently a 4 minute PB at the Abingdon Marathon going 3:24:33.

This week on Better With Running, Chris and Zacca share their training highs and lows. Chris continues to impress, with another session of grueling 400m intervals and a successful long run. Zacca, on the other hand, experiences a training week full of twists. He starts strong with a fantastic session on Saturday, leaving him feeling motivated and race-ready. However, his long run takes a turn for the worse, forcing him to DNF (Did Not Finish) due to quad issues. We hear about Zacca's emergency treatment with Run2PB legend & physio James Telford, and his journey back to running pain-free.

Next, Joshua Webster from Run4Rossy joins the show. They delve into the upcoming event at Caulfield Grammar this weekend. Joshua shares the inspiring story behind the event, which honors the legacy of Chris Ross and his "List for the Living"

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The episode concludes with a spotlight on a phenomenal #teamrun2pb athlete, James Allen. James signed up for coaching by Matt Davy in April 2023 with a previous marathon PB of 4:04 and a simple goal of having a "good" marathon. Fast forward to the Melbourne Marathon this year, and James crossed the finish line with an incredible 3:06, smashing his PB. We get to hear James' running journey, the valuable lessons he learned under Matt's guidance, and his answers to Chris's signature quickfire questions.

In this special "Melbourne Marathon Edition," Chriso and Zacca dive back into the excitement of race day with three returning guests who absolutely crushed their personal best times: Nigel Preston, Laura Salamito, and Matt Morgan.

Relive the day through their eyes, hearing about their build ups, favorite workouts, and the unforgettable experiences that led to their incredible achievements. From the pre-race jitters to the euphoric finish line crossing, our guests share their inspiring stories and insights.

Chriso and Zacca start the episode with a recap of their training weeks, with a solid session from Chriso and Zacca jumping in for an impromptu parkun.

Run2PB Coach Matt Davy jumps on for a chat all things Melbourne Marathon, the trio talk through taper week, race day plans, the course is broken down and a discussion on things they all do in race week and race down to best execute a marathon.

In this weeks episode, of Better With Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca share their recent training progress. Chriso has been pushing himself with a new session set by Andy Buchanan and a challenging 2-hour long run with surges. Zacca, on the other hand, has been making significant strides in his easy and long runs as he continues to build fitness on the surf coast.

Tune in for a special #teamrun2pb Athlete/Coach Interview: Sangkyu Kim, joined by his coach, Madeline Heiner. Sangkyu takes us back to his running roots in Melbourne and shares how he connected with Madeline in 2020 with the goal of breaking 20 minutes. Since then, Sangkyu has achieved significant personal bests and has relocated to Taiwan. He discusses the profound impact that running has had on his life.

Madeline also provides an update on her recent 50k trail run challenge in New Zealand. She shares insights into the experience, the challenges she faced, and the rewards of completing such a demanding race

In this weeks Better With Running Podcast, the show kicks off with 2 other coaches joining Chris and Zacca, Matt Davy and Gemma Maini swing by for a recap from the Sydney Marathon, where an impromptu decision lead to Gemma taking out the National title, running 2:40 for the 1st Australian across the line. We hear about how that decision came about and the race plan. 

Gemma announces the August/September winner of the Run2PB Coaches award, a Cecylia Garcia who after signing up in 2022 has taken her running to a new level, breaking 90mins for the half and bringing her 10km down from 41mins to 36mins, and also representing Qld at the National XC earlier this year.

This weeks #teamrun2pb guest is Matt Thompson after signing up in September of 2023, looking to target Canberra Marathon, we hear about Matt’s patience and diligence to become a pain free runner culminating in a marathon PB at Sydney of 3:31:45.

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This week, Zacca and Chriso dive into their training updates. Chriso is making steady progress and starting to plan the next phase of his training. Zacca has been back at Albert Park for workouts and even got "papped" by the mango boys. He also completed his longest run with Run2PB Coach Elise.

The episode features a special guest, Shaun White, a #teamrun2pb athlete who recently achieved a significant PB at the Sydney Marathon. Run2PB Coach Ben Stoltz joins the conversation to provide insights into Shaun's training and preparation for the race. Shaun shares his journey into marathon running, the importance of mid-week long runs, and his passion for the sport. The episode concludes with some quick questions, including CMRC curveballs and a discussion about running uniforms.

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Chriso shares his experience leading up to the Burnley Half Marathon, discussing his race performance, current fitness, and future goals based on his chat with coach Andy Buchanan. He also gives a shoutout to his athlet, Kate Clarke and Listener Campbell Maffet, for their recent achievements.

Returning guest Aaron Sim joins the show to talk about his recent half marathon PB at Burnley. Aaron shares his journey back to running, the challenges of balancing a demanding school production schedule with 120k training weeks, and his mental preparation for the race.

Listener Question, together with Chriso and Zacca, Aaron discusses strategies for mental preparation when approaching an A race in a long training block.

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The episode kicks off with Chris sharing the details of his final high-volume training session before he tapers for the Burnley Half Marathon.

Zacca conquers his highest mileage week yet, battling strong winds and some miscalculated rep times during a tough session.

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Matt Buckell Interview

This week's guest is Matt Buckell, a new addition to the Run2PB coaching team.

Matt shares his running story, from his beginnings as a 6-year-old to his, high days and training camps with his mentor Andy Buchanan. We also go into some recent achievements as a senior athlete, including representing Victoria at the National Cross Championships. Matt then nails the rapid-fire questions.

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In this week's episode, Chriso and Zacca recap their weekend at the Shepparton Marathon Festival, where Chriso supported athletes on his bike and Zacca cheered on runners. Chriso also shares his training progress for an upcoming half marathon.

This week special episode includes two #teamrun2pb athletes, Scotty Kennedy and Mel Hiscock.

Scotty talks to us about his journey since joining Run2PB in April 2023. Scotty has significantly increased his mileage and improved his 10km time. As a hybrid athlete, he uses running to prepare for Hyrox, DEKA, and Spartan events.

Mel Hiscock returns to the show, she joined Run2PB back in October of 2022 and has lowered her 5k time from 23:50 down to 22:15 and her half marathon time from 1:57:35 down to a new mark of 1:46:56 set over the weekend, we hear all about that race and her recent training progress.

Chris and Zacca share their training updates. Chris crushed some hill reps and enjoyed a long run banking 83km for the week in preparation for the Burnley Half Marathon. Zacca reflects on consistent weeks with workouts and sets his sights on increasing mileage, embracing the challenge. He also shares his experience running in the new Asics Kayano 31, discussing his impressions and the shoe's legacy with Chris.

This week's guest is Taren "Taz" Kirby, a Run2PB member since May 2020. Taz has achieved personal bests in distances ranging from 1500m to the Half Marathon, competing in track, road, and cross country races. Known for her consistency and determination, Taz faced a major challenge in mid-2023 with a breast cancer diagnosis. Demonstrating incredible strength, she completed treatment and is now cancer-free. Remarkably, she even set a new 5km PB of 26:31 in June 2024.

The episode dives into Taz's running journey, recent challenges, and her responses to Chris' "medium-quick" questions.

Show Announcements

The boys welcome new Run2PB coaches Matt and Ned Buckell, who will be training both senior and junior runners.

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Chris and Zac dive into their training updates this week, with Chris taking a well-deserved recovery week and Zac hitting the road with a session at Albert Park followed by a seaside long run. The duo reminisce about their favorite Olympic moments before welcoming the incredible Simon Spong, the newly crowned #teamrun2pb Athlete of the Month.

Simon shares his inspiring journey from couch to 5k to marathon finisher, all while juggling a work placement in the Philippines. He opens up about the transformative power of running on his overall health and well-being, and reveals his go-to training sessions. Get ready for a fun and insightful chat as Simon takes on Chris's rapid-fire questions!

In this week's episode of the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca recap some strong weeks of running, including a race on heavy legs for Chris down in Ballarat where he sprinted home over the final kilometer to overtake another Run2PB Coach.

Zacca plays tour guide of the Tan with Run2PB Coach John Cox, who is on tour running races around Australia! Zacca also ponders the idea of a pacing gig and reflects on whether it would be a good idea.

This week's #teamrun2pb guest is Aaron Sim, hailing from the "Ninch" and part of the esteemed NTC. We hear about Aaron's rapid rise to fast marathons, having only started the sport during lockdown. He has progressed to a 2:25 marathon most recently at the Gold Coast Marathon under the guidance of Matt Davy. Aaron takes us back to his life as a rockstar and low handicap golfer. We hear about his love for the sport, his training group, and what he has learned along the way, as well as a detailed recap of his Gold Coast Marathon PB.

This week, Chriso and Zacca share their training updates. Chris navigates a close encounter with an enthusiastic dog, while Zacca enjoys consistent running and returning for multiple laps of the Tan as his comeback momentum contiunes.

The special #teamrun2pb guests this week are Andy Catchlove and his coach, Sammy McLean. Fresh off Andy’s PB at the Gold Coast Marathon, the duo dive deep into their training block and race experience. Sammy also shares his expert insights on the latest running shoe innovations.

They wrap up the episode by discussing the upcoming Olympics, highlighting the athletes we’re excited to watch and predicting top Aussie performances.

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In this special coaches edition, we hear from Gemma Maini and Matt Davy about recent running results and Olympian Madeline Heiner takes us back to the Rio Olympics and about what it was like to represent your country in the biggest event in the world!

Firstly, Gemma Maini, give us a recap of a tough Gold Coast Marathon and then bouncing back for the win at Run Melbourne Half Marathon. Matt provides an update on his running and health.

The Teamrun2pb Coaches Award is presented to a worth winner, who has overcome lots of obstacles but was rewarded over the weekend with a big PB.

2 x Olympic Finalist Madeline Heiner, comes back on the podcast for a chat about her current running and coaching, before a deep dive into when she represented Australia at the Rio Olympic Games, including a chat about the selection process and qualifying for the Olympics. training and managing the body leading into the games, competing in the Steeple and 5000m. Madeline also talks about life after the games, before a Fun Q&A from chriso including bakery chat running shoes, advice for young runners, favorite meal, and a 2025 goal.

Chris and Zacca begin by sharing their running updates. Both have incorporated elliptical training into their routine. Chris has managed to fit in some solid runs alongside elliptical workouts, while Zacca admits to needing more commitment to get back into running after prioritizing work.

Guest: David 'Fletch' Fletcher from Northsouth Studios: The podcast features an in-depth conversation with David Fletcher from Northsouth Studios. Northsouth has made a significant impact on the Australian running scene with their visually captivating content. Fletcher shares insights into the creation process, including the challenges and rewards of producing running-focused videos, documentaries, and race recaps.

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Guest Athletes: Jake Delaney and Ryan Hon: The episode also includes an interview with Jake Delaney and Ryan Hon, members of the Choccie Milk Run Club coached by Ben Stolz. Despite facing setbacks like injuries and illness, both athletes successfully completed the race with impressive sub-3 hour times. They discuss their training journey, the supportive group culture, and the thrill of achieving their goals. Ryan also participates in a rapid-fire Q&A segment.

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, is a Gold Coast Marathon Special recap show with 2 #teamrun2pb guests coming on to  share their stories from the roads

The first guest is Laura Kerlin, who last year ran  3:15:13 after a horror lead-in with migraines, this year Laura smashed it rolling a 3:08:36 which is a 7-minute PB

We hear about some of the preparations, her coach pre race advice, and a detailed race recap that includes some special moments on course with friends and family.

The second guest is Benji Hoppit, who the podcast has been following along the journey of this young runner. Last year he ran 2:54:59 in Sydney last year but we had heard was hungry for a PB at this year Gold Coast Marathon and he delivered nailing it was a negative split running 2:46 for an 8-minute PB. 

Benji talks to the guys about his approach to this block, the changes he has made and then onto more details about his race day prep and the mindset he had around patience and discipline that his coach Brady Threlfall had instilled in him during their planning sessions. Benji takes us deep into the race and we hear how he was able to run through the field.

The show rounds out with a quick update from the hosts before a direction to the Run2PB instagram post

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that includes a massive amount of PB from past guests and potential new ones that the boys have their eye on.

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chriso are joined by a special guest for the Gold Coast Marathon hype train to take off! Run2PB co-founder and sub-2:20 marathoner Brady Threlfall joins the show to chat all things Gold Coast.

First up, they reflect on Brady's stellar start to the year, including a personal best at the Ballarat Marathon. This impressive feat sets the stage for the conversation, where Brady dives deep into race week wisdom and the messages he imparts to his athletes. A listener question about mantras and pre-race jitters gets put to the test, and Brady offers insightful advice to tame those pre-race nerves.

The energy stays high as Chriso recounts a beastly 91km training week, all while battling minimal sleep! Zacca isn't one to be outdone, and the guys discuss his location shift to Geelong, where he's racking up the kilometers exploring new terrain.

As the episode winds down, Zacca and Chriso can't contain their excitement for the upcoming Gold Coast Marathon. They even mention a few coaches who will be there, trading their coaching hats for running shoes and hitting the streets alongside their athletes.

This episode of Better with Running is a must-listen for anyone gearing up for the Gold Coast Marathon, or simply seeking some running motivation. Tune in for expert advice from Brady Threlfall, along with inspiring training updates from Zacca and Chriso!

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This week on Better With Running, Zacca and Chriso are back in the studio, joined by a special guest: former AFL player Jackson Thurlow! Jackson recently joined the Run2PB team under the guidance of coach Andy Buchanan, and he's here to share his inspiring story.

From the Footy Field to Running

In this episode, we delve into Jackson's journey from the high-octane world of professional AFL football to the focused discipline of running. Jackson talks about the skills and attributes he's been able to transfer from the footy field to the running track, highlighting the mental toughness, dedication, and strategic thinking that are essential for success in both sports.

Gold Coast Marathon Prep & Launceston 10k Recap:

With the Gold Coast Marathon on the horizon, Jackson also shares his training plan and preparation for this major race. He dives into his recent 10k race in Launceston, giving listeners an inside look at his performance and any insights gained.

Training Updates: Chris Cruises, Zacca Makes Progress

Chriso isn't holding back on the training front! He delivers an update on his impressive 81km week, including a lung-busting session of 2km reps. Zacca also joins in, sharing his progress as he gets back into the swing of things and builds momentum on the running track.

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The episode wraps up with a chat about the exciting new collaboration between Oat Running and Run2PB. They've launched a limited edition line of crew socks, perfect for runners of all levels.

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Don't Forget the Shakeout Run!

As a reminder, join the crew for the upcoming Lululemon Clubhouse Sunday shakeout run! It's a great chance to meet fellow runners, get some easy miles in, and enjoy the company. Head over to Eventbrite to register and secure your spot.

Join Chris Armstrong and Matt Davy for a special 200th episode of Better With Running!

Coach Matt Davy kicks things off, sharing his recent running adventures. before a Surprise cameo! Hear from Run2PB Coach Gemma Maini about her Gold Coast prep and an exciting announcement: the ASICS x Run2PB Coaches Award is back! Gemma reveals the winner, a story of dedication and perseverance.

Chris recounts his epic day at St. Anne's XCR meet, his favorite cross-country event, sharing all the fun he had both on and off the course.

The Big Interview:

This episode features a pre-recorded interview with a true running legend, Steve Moneghetti! Zac and Chris sit down with Mona for an hour-long conversation, diving into his favorite races, unforgettable stories from his incredible career, and Chris's signature "quick-fire" questions.

A massive thank you to all the loyal listeners who have been a part of the Better With Running journey over the past 200 episodes!

This week on the Better with Running podcast, Run2PB coach Elise Beacom jumps on for an update on her running, we hear about a challenging return from Osaka, with some races missed, but some new direction with the appointment of a new coach and also we hear about her marathon plans back over in Japan.

Chris takes us through his 86k training week as he prepares for the Bendigo 8km XCR, where he will be on the karaoke bus. We also hear about his emotional day pacing his great mate/athlete.

Zacca knocks out a few more continuous running including impromptu back-to-back runs as he heads along with Elise to the Nike Pacific Running Summit. The duo talk about the 5-star treatment they received, the innovation they heard about, and reflect on what a lucky experience it was for them,

Elise covers running safety and provides some practical tips for the running community as well as opens up on some tough times she has encountered whilst out running. 

Chris lands on a study over at Canadian Running magazine that he just has to share with the crew that makes him think about his pre-race rituals

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In this week's episode of Better With Running Podcast, we hear all the latest from a big weekend of racing including Chriso's amazing run at Albert Park where he managed to negative split, and Zacca enjoyed being on the course watching a number of run2pb athletes tearing up the roads.

This week's #teamrun2pb guest athlete is Matt Morgan, returning to the show to chat about his amazing start to 2024 which includes 3 PBS already. Chris and Zac talk about what changes he has made this year and how he was able to execute a big PB at the Launceston Half Marathon.

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This episode is ideal for runners of all levels, especially those interested in:

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This episode kicks off with Chris and Zacca sharing their recent training updates. Chris crushed a massive 98km week, including a Friday session leading into a 2-hour Saturday long run. He dives into some key workouts like 3 x 3km and 3 x 2km intervals as he preps for the Albert Park 10k. Zacca, focusing on strength training, manages to string together some longer runs, including a lap around the Tan. He also ponders his bike choice for the upcoming GCM support crew duties.

#TeamRun2PB Guest: Benji Hoppit Returns!

We welcome back Benji Hoppit (#TeamRun2PB), coached by Brady Threlfall, for his second appearance on the show (originally on episode 156 in August 2023). Benji shares exciting stories from his travels abroad for his job in high-performance elite sport. Then, he dives into his recent racing success in New Zealand, including a huge personal best in the half marathon and another PB in the 10k, where he even achieved a negative split! Benji takes us through the details of both races and unveils his training plan as he gears up to tackle the Gold Coast Marathon once again.

Food, Shoes, and Sub-4 Minute Miles

Chris throws some medium-paced questions Benji's way, including his go-to food choices while traveling and his current shoe preference. The conversation then shifts to a recent Canadian Running Magazine article exploring the potential longevity benefits of running a sub-4-minute mile.

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Chris Takes on Hanging Rock: Chriso dives into his recent experience racing cross country (XC) at Hanging Rock. He shares details about the fun-filled journey with the Shepp Runners Club crew on a party bus, the course layout, and his personal race reflection.

Road to Recovery: Zacca & Lachlan Discuss Physio Progress: Lachlan Bromley, a senior physiotherapist from Reload Physio with a specialty in running, joins the show. He provides an update on Zacca's knee recovery journey, detailing progress since Zacca's initial clinic visit. Zacca also offers insights on his return to running.

Listener Q&A with Lachlan: Lachlan tackles listener questions on common running injuries, including Achilles tendon issues, strength work for runners, and patella tendon injuries.

Runfluencer Rundown & Hydration Hacks: The episode wraps up with Chris and Zacca discussing some of their thoughts on the current state of running influencers.

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Hosts Chris and Zacca kick things off by discussing Chris's training after Jells Park and his preparations for the upcoming Athsvic Season Round 2. They delve into the challenge of balancing feeling good with pushing yourself in training sessions.

The episode welcomes special guests Liam Beecroft, a Run2PB athlete, and his coach Josh Harris. Liam, who joined Run2PB in 2021, shares his incredible progress. With Josh's guidance, he's smashed his personal bests.

Liam and Josh discuss their recent training and Liam's impressive PB at the Ballarat Half. They offer insights into their approach and how Liam achieved such amazing results.

Chrisaddresses some burning questions about ellipticals, Peter Bol's training, and Zone 2 running.

In this episode, Zacca and Chriso switch up the format by bringing on two guests at the start - Jess Willis and her coach Matt Davy. They recap Jess's amazing 2nd place finish at the Ballarat Marathon with a huge new PB of 2:48:40.

Jess and Matt share insights into:

Chris then reviews his experience running the 6km leg at the Run2PB Round 1 event at Jells Park. Despite an eventful lead up, he talks through his strong finish after chatting with fellow athletes and fans.

Zacca discusses his role as a coach and supporter at Ballarat, marveling at the progression of his athletes.

The show also covers Run2PB coach Andy Buchanan's massive 2:08:58 PB at the Hamburg Marathon after overcoming injuries.

To wrap up, Zacca and Chriso ponder over a questionable impromptu half marathon by an influencer in New York and a media take on run clubs taking over paths.

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This week on the better with running podcast Zacca returns for a big episode that starts with a training update from both the boys.. Chris talks through a steady week that included a mona fartlek as he freshens up ahead of round 1 xcr.

Zacca provides an update on his visit tot he doctor and gets a plan in place for return to run.

This week's guest is Jason Smith from Oat Running. Jason talks through how he acquired the business and how he has expanded the range. We hear about his own running journey and he takes on the quick-fire qs. Jason also reveals he is teaming up with run2pb for a matching Sock to be released in line with the Erniold x run2pb singlet release.

Zacca and Chris bring up a mind blowing wr from Manchester Marathon before finishing the show with hitting the live button on the pre sales for the new run2pb singlets

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In this special episode of Better With Running Podcast, Zacca is on leave and Run2PB Coach gets the call up to host Elise Beacom. Elise covers a massive week from the Australian National Track and Field Championships in Adelaide, where she was on the ground in the media mix zone.

We also have an training update from both of them, as well as some World Record chat, on a man dressed as banana 🍌 running in Boston, in a blistering 2:35 🥇 

In this weeks episode of Better With Running Podcast.

Chriso provides a training update

Zacca gives us the low down on his knee, as he plays the waiting game until seeing the sports doctor, as he hits the XT routine.

In this weeks #teamrun2pb athlete interview, Jonathan Squire joins the boys for a chat about his time so far with Run2PB, joining in Nov 2023 and under the guidance of Andy Buchanan, we hear about his amazing marathon performance at Osaka, hitting his ultimate goal of sub 2:30. Jonny talks us through his running journey, what he loves about training with Run2PB and what is in store for the future.

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Join us for a special episode of the Running Podcast as we catch up with Elise Beacom! Elise shares insights into her marathon recovery journey and gives us a glimpse into how she's been spending her time post-marathon. Plus, we dive into her recent workouts and discuss the progress.

We also get updates on how some of Elise's athletes have been performing in recent races. In a broader discussion, Elise, Zacca, and Chriso delve into their strategies for managing athletes around key races and debuts, offering valuable insights into the preparation process for race day.

Chris provides an Easter period running update, sharing eventful sessions and plans for the remainder of 2024. Meanwhile, Zacca shares his experience with a running niggle, taking a trip to Reload Physio to address potential concerns.

To cap off the episode, we explore intriguing articles from Canadian running news that caught the attention of Chriso and Zacca, with Elise providing her unique perspectives.

Check out the articles mentioned in the episode:

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https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/popstar-lil-nas-x-runs-nyc-half-in-high-tops/

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca are joined by two special guests for an engaging chat.

The episode begins with a light-hearted discussion about hot cross buns, followed by updates on Chriso and Zacca's training as they gear up for the winter xcr season, sharing insights into their steady progress.

First up, Run2PB Coach James Hansen joins the conversation fresh off his impressive 3000m PB at the Sydney Track Classic. James shares the rollercoaster of emotions he experienced leading up to the race due to an injury, highlighting the uncertainty he faced until the very start of the event. Luckily, things turned out well, and James delves into his recent training adjustments and his aspirations for the remainder of the season, including his pursuit of an Olympic Qualifier.

Returning to the podcast is Dr. Steve Langdon, who has a background in Sports Psychology dives into the mental aspect of running. Steve shares his recent running experiences and the challenges he's faced with injuries, offering valuable insights into staying motivated during the recovery process. He also addresses listener questions on overcoming setbacks and shares some of his top tips for managing injuries effectively. And, of course, Steve shares his hot cross bun recommendations to wrap up the show on a tasty note!

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chris and Zacca give us updates on their recent running exploits, both logging consistent kilometers and keeping pace with each other in terms of mileage. Chris shares his experience of battling general fatigue due to a busy schedule off the track, while Zacca successfully manages to address a lingering injury.

The duo delves into the recent standout performances within the run2pb community, highlighting impressive personal bests and achievements both locally and internationally. They reference a comprehensive social media post showcasing these accomplishments.

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The episode's featured guest is Simon Hanns, a dedicated run2pb athlete under the guidance of coach Andy Buchanan. Simon shares his running journey, recent training endeavors, and his aspirations for 2024, including a shot at redemption in the Ballarat Marathon. Additionally, Simon co-founded Erniold, a running apparel brand based in Melbourne. He provides insight into the brand's inception, design process, and the driving inspiration behind it.

Check it out: https://erniold.com/

Wrapping up the show, Chris and Zacca engage in a discussion about Josef Šálek, the recent Guinness World Record holder for completing the fastest half marathon barefoot on ice and snow. They share details of his remarkable achievement amidst challenging conditions.

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This Friday night edition of the Better with Running podcast brings a special treat with not one but two legendary guests.

Kicking things off is Andy Buchanan, a renowned figure in the running world as a coach at Run2PB and a 2022 Commonwealth Games Representative. Andy, who boasts an impressive marathon time of 2:10, joins the hosts for a candid chat. Despite battling through injury in the latter part of 2023, Andy shares valuable insights on overcoming setbacks and the lessons learned from them. He also delves into his current training and upcoming race plans, and his quest for Olympic qualification as he sets his sights on Hamburg Marathon in April

Next up on the podcast is Jamie Hunt-Stanley, a relative newcomer to the running scene, having discovered running during the COVID-19 pandemic, Jamie enlisted the expertise of Brady Threlfall at Run2PB earlier this year. Recently, he achieved a remarkable feat by completing the treble at the Port Mac Running Festival. Jamie reflects on his journey into running, the joys it brings him, and the supportive community surrounding him. He also shares nuggets of wisdom gleaned from his coach, Brady Threlfall, and offers intriguing insights from his past kickboxing days during the lightning round of questions.

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chris shares his exhilarating experiences from the action-packed Bendigo Fun Run weekend, where more than 20 dedicated run2pb athletes joined the race. He witnessed some impressive performances from his athletes and even joined in for a strong run himself. Meanwhile, Zacca provides updates on his training, highlighting a solid Saturday and Sunday session before addressing a minor setback with his ITB.

Our special guest this week is none other than Andy Catchlove, a remarkable #teamrun2pb athlete who embarked on his journey with coach Sammy McLean back in March 2022. Andrew recently achieved a significant milestone by smashing his 10k PB at the Geelong River Run, clocking an impressive 34:50, and also showcased his prowess on the track with a stellar 5000m performance of 17 minutes. Join Zacca and Chris as they delve into Andrew's inspiring running journey, discussing his progression, key learnings, and memorable moments on the road. Andrew also tackles our 'quick fire' questions, providing insights into his gear preferences and sharing some amusing anecdotes, including encounters with his own fence!

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Thanks for tuning in, and remember, it's always better with running!

This week Better with Running Podcast, features the finale of ‘ Chasing that feeling - Road to Osaka with Elise Beacom’ 

The show starts with a hero's welcome, as the boys introduce Elise straight off the plane from Japan. We hear about the final week taper, including the last workout in AU before jetting off and then we get the low down on the final days preparation, the general vibe with the other Aussies racing over there before a very detailed race recap.

Elise talks us through the various stages of the race, breaking down how she is was feeling in particular parts and also we hear about some of the key themes of inspiration that she was drawing on through the marathon.

Elise gets the chance to thank a bunch of people who came on the ride with her before answering the ‘whats next’ question!

Zacca and Chriso going into a brief training update, with Chris punching out another 78k and gets caught up in an impromptu Tour De Kialla cycling event, whilst Zacca laces up for a parkrun test, which leaves him hungry to put the head down for more races in 2024.

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In this week's jam-packed episode, we dive into two captivating interviews featuring a Run2PB Athlete and Coach.

Kicking off the show, we catch up on Chriso and Zacca's latest training endeavors. Chriso steps up as a training partner, tackling some 1km reps while maintaining a solid 74km weekly mileage, staying focused on his day-by-day progress. Meanwhile, Zacca logs impressive mile reps alongside past guest Steve Langdon, aka "Kiwi Steve," wrapping up another week with over 80km under his belt. His fartlek session along the river showcases his form, drawing on past sessions as benchmarks for improvement.

Our #teamrun2pb spotlight shines on Rory Flanagan, a seasoned 2:42 Marathoner hailing from Bendigo and coached by Ben Stolz. Rory shares his journey from team sports to running, detailing how he caught the running bug and unpacking his marathon progression while offering invaluable lessons learned along the way. He effortlessly tackles the quickfire questions before delving into some world record chatter.

In a pre-recorded interview, Zacca sits down with Run2PB's newest coach, Eliza Howard, fresh off her triumph at the Port Fairy Marathon. Eliza shares her journey into the world of running, from her background in rowing to studying exercise science and diving into strength and conditioning, ultimately becoming an accredited coach. She offers insights into her training philosophies, drawing from her own experiences and applying them to her athletes' journeys.

If you're keen to be coached by Eliza, spots are still available. Sign up here: https://www.run2pb.co/ongoingcoachingsignup

This week's Better with Running Podcast delves into Part 5 of "Chasing that Feeling," featuring insights from Run2PB Coach Elise Beacom as she documents her marathon journey to Osaka.

The episode begins with a comprehensive recap of Elise's intensive training over the past two weeks, including highlights from the Mizuno x Inside Running Podcast Open Marathon Session at Albert Park. Elise shares her 25k @ Marathon Pace session, where she nailed it with some support along the way. Delving deeper, Elise discusses a challenging half-marathon paced workout that posed unexpected hurdles, followed by a solid performance in another training session. Throughout, Elise reflects on the physical and mental obstacles encountered during these workouts.

Elise addresses listener questions, covering topics such as carb loading strategies, recommended resistance band workouts, and even the claims surrounding the true love child at Run2PB.

The trio engages in discussions about pressing issues in the running community, including Australian women's marathon team selections and controversial changes in parkrun records

Chris provides an honest and courageous account of his challenging race at Bendigo, while Zacca shares the positive impact of a deload week on his legs as he sets his sights on a hitout.

The episode concludes with exciting updates from Run2PB legends achieving personal bests across various terrains, from the track to the zoo.

If you're inspired to chase your own goals, visit www.run2pb.co for personalised online run coaching.

This week on the "Better with Running" podcast, hosts Chriso and Zacca dive into their latest training updates. Chris shares insights from his preparation for the upcoming 5k Track meet in Bendigo, including his choice of running shoes and the importance of showing up for races.

Zacca recounts his experience at the Inside Running Podcast x Road to Osaka - Open marathon session, where he witnessed impressive workouts by renowned figures like run2pb Coach Brady Threlfall and his friend Elise Beacom.

The episode's special guest is Lachlan Bromley, Senior Physiotherapist at Reload Physiotherapy. Zacca introduces the new partnership between Reload and Run2PB, and Lachlan discusses his journey as a physiotherapist, including his work with British Athletics. They delve into specific running-related injuries and the significance of strength training for injury prevention.

There is a discussion on the very specific reload running assesments

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The conversation concludes with details about various initiatives between Reload and Run2PB, such as the Reload x Run2PB Run Club led by coach Kate Avery. This monthly session, available to Run2PB athletes, takes place on the last Tuesday of every month at Princes Park, Carlton Victoria, starting at 6:30 pm.

For more information, visit https://www.run2pb.co/reloadrunclub.

Wrapping up the show, Zacca and Chriso discuss a compelling story from Canadian Running magazine about a Virginia man who earned free Chipotle for a year by achieving local legend status through a Strava challenge. Read more about it here: https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/virginia-man-wins-strava-challenge-gets-free-chipotle-for-a-year/?fbclid=IwAR2PuR2qHH-Wvwd_0Wq2ltYNZM5it-7vvbGssfrUyIuXrYKqYYTQ1bo05aY.

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In the latest installment of the Better With Running Podcast, Episode 180 takes us deeper into the Chasing that Feeling - Road to Osaka Series with the resilient Elise Beacom, returning for part 4. As we delve into Elise’s marathon build, she candidly recounts the recent hurdles she's faced, from storms to last-minute session changes, including a gripping tale of navigating through a surfing mishap.

Amidst the challenges, Elise shares insights from her training regime, highlighting a memorable 5 x 12-minute @ HM session alongside a dedicated training partner.

The episode unfolds with a gripping narrative of an epic Marathon Pace session, showcasing the rollercoaster of highs and lows synonymous with elite training. Listeners engage with Elise through thought-provoking questions, delving into topics like travel fatigue and race strategy, culminating in an inspiring pep talk from host Chris, igniting motivation all around.

Chriso and Zacca offer glimpses into their own training journeys before honoring the remarkable achievement of 81-year-old parkrun legend, Phil Podbury, who completed his 100th parkrun at Shepparton. Amidst Phil’s remarkable feats, Chris shares anecdotes of Phil's infectious humor, adding warmth to the celebration.

Wrapping up, the podcast tantalizes with news of an exciting partnership with Reload and the launch of a new run club, promising more updates to come.

https://www.run2pb.co/reloadrunclub

In this weeks episode of Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca open the show reflecting on the running boom as Parkrun in Australia continues to break attendance records. They boys discuss this amazing time in the sport and how they are loving seeing more people in the sport.

Chris talks about his Parkrun at Shepparton, which didnt go exactly to plan, but he bounces back with a big 800m reps workout, leaving him pretty tired and needing a lay under a tree, he was revived with BWRs official recovery icy pole - The Calippo.

This weeks #teamrun2p guest is Chris Nicholson, he is one Chris’s very first athletes that he started to coach around 5 and half years ago, Chris is heavily involved in the Shepparton community running scene with parkrun and also club president of the Shepparton Runners Club. He’s an avid blue collar early morning runner who’s been known to start many a run BEFORE 5am. In this interview we hear about how running came into his life, from a few hard laps around the block to towing the line at the Athletics Victoria 8km XCR over a very challenging hilly course at Bendigo. 

Chris takes us through his suite of PBS and his learnings from his coach and great mate, before tackling the quick q’s
The show rounds out with confirmation of a training event in Melbourne for runners, with all the details herehttps://www.instagram.com/insiderunningpodcast/?hl=en

Welcome to Episode 178 of the Better with Running Podcast! Join Chriso and Zacca as they welcome back Elise Beacom, Run2PB Coach, for Part 2 of the captivating bi-weekly series, "Chasing that Feeling." This mini-series delves into Elise's journey towards the Osaka Marathon.

Elise shares the exhilarating details of her recent 5000m race at the Surf Coast Track 5km. She delves into the race dynamics and reflects on the valuable insights she gained from the experience. Following the race, Elise embarks on a 111km week, featuring a challenging 5 x 10-minute interval session with only 3 minutes of recovery. To top it off, she's joined by none other than Australian distance running legend, Kate Smyth. Elise walks us through the grueling session, breaking down the splits and how it all came out.

Meanwhile, Chris takes us through his latest training endeavors, highlighting a speedy 400m session that saw him tearing up the streets of Shepparton. Zacca, on the other hand, takes on Albert Park for a set of 4 x 2km intervals, rediscovering his form and igniting excitement for potential race plans in the upcoming year, 2024.

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In the latest episode of the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca kick things off with a lively recount of their recent training experiences under the scorching Australian summer sun.

Chris impressively tackles a challenging session of 1600m/400s/1600m, achieving speedy 72/73-second splits for the 400s. He shares the delightful highlight of a 2-hour run, where fans displayed their support by cheering from their windows.

Meanwhile, Zacca hits the boulevard for some intense reps, donning the new Rebelllon Pro 2 from Mizuno to enhance his performance. Clocking in at 10/5/10, he takes full advantage of the shoe's extra support and bounce. True to form, Zacca drops names during his long run recap, mentioning encounters with a couple of Australian record holders on the track. With a weekly mileage of 81ks, he contemplates potential races in 2024.

The #teamrun2pb athlete interview this week features the return of two Tasmanian-based runners and mates, Paul Reason and Matty Morgan. After much anticipation surrounding their head-to-head race, they join the podcast to discuss their own running journeys. The episode heats up as they tackle a barrage of questions sent in by fans and media outlets.

Wrapping up the show, the hosts delve into Canadian running news, including a peculiar marathon in China. The bizarre event featured a pacer pausing ahead, cheering, and then seamlessly rejoining the race. Additionally, a marathon star made headlines by stopping 20k in due to a shoe issue, taking the opportunity to pose for selfies.

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Welcome to Episode 176 of the Better with Running Podcast! Join Chriso and Zacca as they welcome back Elise Beacom, Run2PB Coach, for Part 2 of the captivating bi-weekly series, "Chasing that Feeling." This mini-series delves into Elise's journey towards the Osaka Marathon.

Kicking off the show, Elise shares insights into her Christmas training in Adelaide, featuring a pacing a run2pb athlete, a steady long run, into a paced 8 x 5-minute workout. Hear about Elise's peak mileage and her return to the Surf Coast, where she grooves to West African tunes while conquering a solo 34k run at 4:21 per kilometer.

Elise takes on listener questions about her fueling strategy, and the hosts inquire about her upcoming race plans and potential challenging sessions on the horizon.

Chriso and Zacca provide training updates, with Chriso tackling a new session involving 3 x 1200m at Threshy with 1-minute jog recovery, 700m at 3km pace with 2-minute jog recovery, and 300m at 1500m effort with 400m recovery. Chris wraps up the week with a confident 25k long run.

Zacca shares his experience on the boulevard that included 12/6-minute reps. Excitement builds as he achieves solid paces in the latter part of his session, sensing a positive connection with his body.

As the episode unfolds, expect a few unexpected Tom Cruise references

Welcome to another installment of the Better with Running Podcast! Joining you as hosts are Chris and Zac, who commence the episode with a reflective overview of their Christmas training endeavors.

Chris meticulously dissects the intricacies of the Ana Fartlek, a training session curated by Anna Gee. This demanding regimen comprises 6 minutes at threshold with 90 seconds of recovery, 4 minutes at a 10k pace with 90 seconds recovery, 2 sets of 2 minutes at a 5k pace with 90 seconds recovery, 1 minute at a 3k pace with a corresponding 1-minute recovery, culminating in 2 sets of 30 seconds strides with 30 seconds recovery. Chris elaborates on his noteworthy achievement of a personal best during this session, followed by a solid 2-hour long run.

Meanwhile, Zacca hits the boulevard for reps, as he continues to hit two weekly sessions and a gradual escalation in long run mileage, positioning himself for upcoming races in 2024.

Our guest for this week's #teamrun2pb segment is the remarkable Mel Hiscock who has thrived under Chris's coaching. Over the past 14 months, she has logged an impressive 2500 kilometers and achieved new personal bests in the 5k and Half Marathon.

Mel shares the narrative of her running journey, divulging insights into her preferred training sessions, with an average between 40 to 45 kilometers per week. She exands on her appreciation for drills and imparts valuable lessons acquired through Chris's coaching. The conversation further explores Mel's significant half marathon personal best at the Melbourne Marathon in 2023, culminating with a rapid-fire round of quick questions.

In concluding the episode, Zacca and Chriso delve into a thought-provoking article from Canadian Running News. This article highlights an innovative bonus structure for individuals accumulating kilometers in China, sparking a chance for for some Uncle Chen Chat.

In this week's episode of the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca are infused with the holiday spirit as they unwrap an early gift for their listeners – a brand-new mini-series! They're thrilled to announce the kick-off of this exciting series featuring none other than Run2PB Coach Elise Beacom. Elise is gearing up for a marathon journey, preparing for the Osaka Marathon in February of the upcoming year. She joins the duo as they reveal that Elise will be a regular guest on the podcast, sharing insights into her preparation, training weeks, and offering behind-the-scenes access to her build-up and PB attempt.

Zacca and Chriso kick things off with a quick recap of Elise's remarkable 2023 season, delving into recent training highlights. They discuss the strategic plan for the upcoming training block, shedding light on the key areas Elise will be focusing on to chase down that coveted personal best. Elise also gives a shout-out to a couple of training partners who will be supporting her along the way, and the audience gets a sneak peek into the shoes currently in her rotation.

For those eager to follow Elise's journey, you can connect with her on Strava via https://www.strava.com/athletes/22963137.

In a surprise twist, Zacca introduces another guest, Run2PB Coach Matt Davy, who joins the conversation to share insights into his own 2023 running journey. Matt touches on recent running experiences, including a memorable Parkrun with his athletes, and takes the opportunity to provide updates on his progress while returning the serve to some of his athletes.

The podcast then shifts gears to a recap of Chris's scorching 3000m race last Tuesday, where he managed to improve despite challenging conditions. Zacca updates listeners on his recent training endeavors, including notable workouts and his longest long run. Zacca takes previous guest and Run2PB athlete Benji Hoppit for a few laps around the tan.

As the show comes to a close, the hosts make two exciting announcements. Melbourne listeners are treated to details about a special Erniold Popup from Thursday, December 28th, to Saturday, December 30th, at 14 Langridge St, Collingwood. This event promises new products, discounts on discontinued items, photography works, beers, and more! Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/ernioldrunning/?hl=en.

Additionally, the hosts share a big announcement about a match race unfolding in Tassie. A couple of Run2PB legends and friends of the show are set to hit the track for an epic showdown, promising an exhilarating spectacle for fans.

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, 2023 Melbourne marathon winner and run2pb Coach Gemma Maini joins Chriso and Zacca to announce 2 months of #teamrun2pb athlete of the month awards. We hear about their amazing achievements. Gemma gives us a recap of her Zatopek 10k and talks through her training and makes an exclusive announcement on her 2024 Marathon plan.

This weeks #teamrun2pb Athlete is Jasmin Singh, we hear about her running journey, what she loves about the sport and how she has grown as a runner working alongside run2pb Coach Josh Harris. We get an in depth review of her Berlin Marathon build up including all the nerves and excitement of the big event, as well as the emotional finish! Jas takes on the quick fire questions with ease before laying down some plans for 2024.

Zacca and Chriso round out the show with some WR Chat that has a run2pb athlete connection, before a quick preview of Chris’s next 3000m race in the heat.

In this week's episode of the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso takes us through his recent 8 x 1k session, where he challenged himself with an increased pace on some of the repetitions, reveling in the difficulty. Following that, he shares insights into a marathon-specific training session he completed alongside his training partner, Anna. Chriso expresses his enjoyment of these sessions as he prepares for another attempt at the 3000m on the track. Meanwhile, Zacca maintains his momentum by covering 83 kilometers, including an improved Threlfall fartlek session compared to his previous effort. Additionally, he returns to the track for a series of 1k repeats.

This week's featured #teamrun2pb athlete is Sharelle Thompson, who joined in 2020. Having completed her first 10k in 2017 and a half marathon in 2018 with a time of 2 hours and 8 minutes, Sharelle had never raced a marathon before. Sharelle is coached by Olympian and Run2PB Coach Madeline Heiner, together, they achieved an impressive major marathon in Chicago this year. overcoming some challenges along the way! Sharelle, who also serves as the marketing manager for Ironman Oceania Group, organizing events like the iconic City 2 Surf, Sydney Half, Auckland Marathon, and Noosa Marathon, shares her journey and experiences in running, and also takes on a Quick Fire Q&A with Chriso with a distinct Shepparton flavour, her home town.

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Episode 171 of the Better with Running Podcast! In this installment, Chris kicks things off by discussing his reducedmileage strategy following a challenging 3000m race, Chris shares insights into his long run, featuring a gel-powered boost. The duo reflects on the significance of prioritizing recovery over performance obsession in their running pursuits.

Zacca provides updates on his evolving strength and mobility routine, detailing a successful 3 x 2k session on the Albert Park road circuit. With a strong finish and thoughts of entering a benchmark race, Zacca contemplates his plans.

Our special guest this week is the inspiring Jess Willis, a remarkable member of the Run2pB community. Juggling the roles of a mother to three kids and working full time, Jess consistently logs an impressive 130 to 140 km per week in her training. Join us as we delve into Jess's running journey, her collaboration with coach Matt Davy, and a deep dive into her outstanding 9th place finish in the Melbourne Marathon at 2:51. Jess takes on some quick-fire questions, including a loaded one from Chriso about race controversies, leading to an engaging discussion and Jess sticking around for a chat about world records.

As the episode winds down, the hosts engage in somegardening chat, and Zacca stirs up some friendly rivalry between coaches in anticipation of the upcoming 2XU Wellness Run. Tune in for an episode packed with running insights, inspiring stories.

Kicking off this week's Better with Running podcast with a thrilling race recap from Chriso's recent 3000m track competition.

Updates on Zacca's impressive mileage achievements and his shift towards a new phase of mobility and strength training as he intensifies his workout sessions.

Featured Guest: Sean Richardson

Meet Sean Richardson, who joined in August 2022 and was paired with Josh Harris.

Sean brings a wealth of experience from the world of Triathlon and Ironman, boasting 16 completed races and participation in 4 World Championships at Kona, Hawaii.

Dive into Sean's marathon journey, including his recent personal best of 2:42 at this year's Gold Coast marathon.

From lighthearted beginnings of running a marathon with friends after a few beverages, Sean shares his journey of transitioning to a more serious approach, joining a running group, and setting his sights on the elusive sub-3hr marathon goal.

Get insights into the challenging training sessions that pushed Sean's boundaries in his recent block.

We also hear about Sean and his friend Chris Beath's incredible weekend achievement: running 100km from Gold Coast to Redlands Coast to raise vital funds for QIMR and Cancer Research and the reason why and how he it played out!

Support the cause by donating here: https://www.karensultramarathon.com.au/the-cause

The boys wrapp up the episode with a roundup of Run2PB personal bests (PBs) and shoutouts to past Better with Running podcast guests.

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In this episode, hosts Chriso and Zacca dive into their weekly training recap. Chris covers 85k for the week, revealing the wisdom behind his decision to skip a session, ultimately putting him in a good spot as he knocks out Deeks Quarters and looks towards his 3000m hit out. Zacca shares his momentum with faster easy running and hints at upcoming changes to his mileage and strength program.

Featured Guest: Paul Clearly, Australian Olympian from Atlanta 1996

Paul, Cleary isa run2pb athlete, recently achieved a marathon PB, breaking the 3-hour mark at the Sydney Marathon under the guidance of coach Matt Davy.

Chriso and Zacca explore Paul's junior running career, detailing his swift ascent to National and International prominence.

We hear insights into the challenges of life on the road, junior training experiences, and hear audio snippets from one of Paul’s memorable races at Melbourne’s Olympic Park.

Paul candidly reflects on his Olympic Games experience, sharing stories of celebrity sightings in the Olympic village and navigating the unique environment as a 20-year-old athlete.

Paul also provides insights into his recent marathon build-up, highlighting aspects he enjoyed in the preparation and the unique challenges of marathon training.

In this week's episode of the Better with Running Podcast, we dive into Chris's training journey as he ramps up the mileage and tackles the accompanying fatigue, incorporating tempos and mile repeats along the way. Chris eagerly anticipates returning to the track for some exciting races. The discussion shifts to the significance of racing and the valuable lessons it imparts.

Our special guest this week is Run2PB Coach Jack Davies, fresh off his debut Marathon. Jack shares his insights on the experience, highlighting his resilience in the face of a Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis in 2018. He candidly discusses the challenges he's navigated and what motivated him to push boundaries in the Marathon.

Jack delves into the preparation for the event, emphasizing how he meticulously monitored his blood sugar levels. Balancing intense marathon training with a demanding role in the intensive care unit at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Jack sheds light on his remarkable journey.

We gain valuable insights from Jack about the progress of his athletes, along with standout performances and crucial takeaways he's garnered as a coach. His personal experience in the build-up and execution of a marathon has provided him with a unique perspective on the event.

The episode concludes with a lively discussion on world records, and we get a peek into the endeavors of one of our esteemed past guests and Run2PB legends in the realm of aeropress championships.

Welcome back to the Better with Running Podcast! In this episode, we're joined by two incredible guests who share their inspiring running journeys.

Our first guest -Norah Armstrong - From Schoolyard to XCR

Norah Armstrong, Chris's wife, recounts how they first met in the school quadrangle and how Chris introduced her to the world of running, making her a dedicated fan.

Despite never participating in organized sports in high school, Norah recently celebrated her 350th parkrun, a testament to her decade-long dedication to running.

We hear about Norah's early struggles with running and how she persevered to become a seasoned runner.

Norah's journey has taken her from being a parkrun regular to embracing other fun runs and even taking on the competitive cross country scene.

Nathan Contin - Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Personal Bests:

Meet #teamrun2p athlete Nathan Contin, who started his running journey in 2022 using a running app, progressing from the couch to completing a 10km.

Under the guidance of Run2PB Coach Jack Davies, Nathan has achieved remarkable progress, setting personal bests across various distances, including 5k, 10k, half marathon, and full marathon this year.

Nathan shares his journey of overcoming health challenges, including battling Hodgkin Lymphoma, and celebrates being four years in remission.

We dive into the highlights of Nathan's recent marathon, where he achieved an impressive 20-minute personal best at the Melbourne Marathon. and also gain insights into Nathan's favorite training sessions and the valuable lessons he's learned along his running journey.

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Tune in next week for more inspiring stories on the Better with Running Podcast. Happy running!

Welcome back to the Better with Running Podcast! Your hosts, Zacca and Chriso, are joined by special guests Gemma Maini and Ben Stoltz for a deep dive into their Melbourne Marathon experiences.

Gemma Maini - From Debut to Victory

Gemma Maini's debut at the 2023 Melbourne Marathon resulted in an extraordinary victory. She takes us through the highs and lows, from the pre-race jitters of taper week to the overwhelming joy of crossing the finish line.

Coaches Award Announcement:

Gemma also introduces us to the September recipient of the Coaches Award, the remarkable Archie Payne. At just 13 years old, Archie's tireless efforts have raised nearly 20k for MND. Under the mentorship of coach Josh Harris, Archie is awarded a well-deserved gift: a pair of Asics Metaspeed Sky Shoes, generously provided by Asics.

Coach Ben Stoltz - Crafting Success in Marathon Training

As a seasoned coach at Run2PB, Ben Stoltz shares recent triumphs within his roster of athletes. He highlights significant progress made in marathons at Gold Coast, Sydney, and the latest achievement at the Melbourne Marathon. Ben imparts the guiding principles crucial in his athletes' marathon preparation, emphasizing key traits for success in training and execution.

With over 12 years of myotherapy experience, Ben Stoltz sheds light on the transformative benefits. He gives us a glimpse into his work with professional football teams, such as the Geelong Cats and Melbourne Heart. Discover how myotherapy has a profound impact on elite athletes, including the 2:10 Marathoner and Run2PB Coach, Andy Buchanan.

Connect with Ben Stoltz:

For those interested in myotherapy sessions with Ben, visit https://www.benstolzmyotherapy.com/.

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In this week's episode of the Better with Running podcast, Chriso and Zacca kick off with an exhilarating recap of the Melbourne Marathon. They share their enthusiasm for being on the course and witnessing extraordinary performances by over 85 Run2PB athletes. The episode also features highlights from previous guest performances.

Sophie Fitt and her brother Damien Ryan join the show to shed light on a meaningful event taking place on Oct 29th at Caulfield Grammar St Kilda East: the Run for Rossy. Damien shares his personal connection to Ross and provides insights into the event's purpose. For more information and details about the event, visit this link.

Run for Rossy - https://www.beatthebeast.me/run-4-rossy ,

https://www.beatthebeast.me/list-for-the-living

This week, Chris and Zacca host two remarkable #run2pb athletes who excelled at the Melbourne Marathon, achieving significant personal bests. First up is Jo Bailey, coached by Sophie Fitt. Jo shares her running journey, revealing how she fostered a love for the sport through running podcasts and ultimately made substantial improvements in her 5k, 10k, Half, and Marathon times. Jo's standout performance at the Melbourne Marathon resulted in a 20-minute PB.

The second guest is Tom Scanlan, under the guidance of coach Andy Buchanan. Tom, a former football player, discusses his transition into running and his ambition in 2019 to break the 3-hour mark. Fast forward to today, and Tom has made impressive strides, achieving a time of 2:52. He shares insights into his training journey with Andy Buchanan and offers a glimpse into his future plans.

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In this week's episode of the Better with Running podcast, we dive into the excitement of Melbourne Marathon week. Hosts Chris and Zacca bring you a jam-packed show with two incredible guests.

First up is the impressive Run2PB athlete, Laura Salamito. Since joining in 2019 and teaming up with Gemma Maini, Laura has made remarkable progress in her 5K, 10K, and half marathon times. As she gears up for the Melbourne Marathon, Laura shares her running journey, favorite training sessions leading up to the race, insights from her coach, and takes on Chris's quickfire questions.

Next, we welcome back the running  nuffie  and media sensation, Mitch Dyer from "Straightatit" (https://www.instagram.com/straightatit_/). Mitch takes us behind the scenes of his recent European campaign, covering events like the Diamond Leagues and World Championships. He also reflects on his experiences as a media presenter. We delve into the incredible feat of Kelvin Kiptum's mind-blowing 2:00:35 World Record in Chicago, with Mitch providing his reaction. This discussion naturally segues into a conversation about doping in sports and potential solutions.

Wrapping up the show, we have a  "Around the Grounds" segment featuring some phenomenal personal bests achieved by Run2PB athletes.

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In this weeks episode, kicking things off, Chriso shares an impressive training update, clocking in a solid 82 kilometers for the week, complete with a stellar session. The guys then delve into an analysis of some annual Strava stats, admitting to feeling a touch inadequate when comparing Gemma Mainis' elevation achievements for the year.

Before being joined by a special guest joining the conversation - Sophie Fitt, Run2PB Coach. Sophie gives us an inside look into juggling the demands of life with two kids while making a return to her own running. We also get a coach's update on one of Sophie's athletes, followed by an enlightening discussion on navigating the crucial final weeks of Melbourne Marathon training.

Wrapping up the first leg of this marathon-length episode, Run2PB's Stylist - Chris Armstrong's provides a breakdown of his recent work on matching kits, as part of a special project with Oat Running aimed at providing race day kit inspiration for all runners. https://www.oatrunning.com.au

Part 2 includes a In a recorded interview, from earlier in the week, Zacca sits down with new run2pb Coach Elise Beacom. https://www.run2pb.co/coach-elise,

In this interview Zacca dives into Elise's remarkable journey through running, starting from her school days and a brief stint in women's football. Her professional journey led her to some extraordinary running destinations, each with its own unique set of challenges.

Elise shares her unforgettable experience of embarking on a "runcation" to run a marathon in North Korea and attending a Kenyan running camp, where she had the privilege of witnessing some of the world's most elite runners in their natural training habitat.

We get an insider's look into Elise's early ventures into marathons, followed by a transition to a more structured training regimen under her coach, which led to impressive strides in her marathon performance and a blossoming love for the sport.

Zacca takes us through a detailed breakdown of Elise's most recent marathon on the Gold Coast, covering everything from the rigorous training block to the climactic race day.

Additionally, we delve into Elise's inspirations and influences, and she highlights an essential podcast episode she recorded for FTK, addressing the crucial topic of creating safe spaces for women in the running community. Don't miss this empowering and insightful episode!

You can listen to this episode here. https://podcasts.apple.com/kz/podcast/ftk-special-episode-safe-spaces-with-elise-beacom/id1607767885?i=1000623750737

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This week Chris and Zacca are joined by a special co-host returning guest Liam Beecroft, returning back by popular demand we hear an update on recent races including some PBs, and then a deep dive into his training ahead of Melbourne Marathon. Liam has had a huge year including 2:40:36 at Gold Coast Marathon PB,  1:14:28 at Sandy Point Half Marathon PB and most recently a new 10km PB of 33:50 at Run Prix 10km.

Chris and Zacca provide training updates including a sneaky parkun from Chris and Zacca continues to put sessions on the board and talks through his goals for October and beyond.

Around the grounds features a Berlin Marathon Flavour, with some massive results, ahead of world record chat, where the boys dissect the phenomenal WR Set by Ehiopia’sTigist Assefawhere she annihilated the women’s world record by two minutes and 12 seconds to run 2:11:52. The boys discuss the shoes used in the race.

The show rounds out with an announcement of a new coach joining the ranks https://www.run2pb.co/coach-elise, who will be featured on a full length interview in the coming weeks.

Zacca provides some in the wild run2pb sightings before some questions without notice put on guest host Liam, who manages to flat bat them all!

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This week Chris and Zacca are joined by two returning guests to recap a recent marathon and talk about training for an upcoming event.

Joining the boys for the first part of the show is Benji Hoppitt, fresh off a 2:54:58 marathon on the weekend at the Sydney Marathon, we hear about his training leading up to the event, the race day and his take on the event .

Anna Ellis returns to the show a guest from ep 82. we hear about anna's recent training and form leading into the Melbourne Marathon. Anna is coached by Sammy Mclean, they have shared this build up together, we hear about the highs and lows of the marathon block and also her plans for race day.

Anna then is put through her paces with Chriso's quick fire questions.

The around the grounds segment includes some massive results from across the country, followed by some more WR Chat .

The show ends with a pre recorded chat between run2pb Coaches Gemma Maini and Matt Davy as they reveal the Team Run2PB athlete of the month - asics shoe winner and also an update on Gemmas lead in to Melbourne Marathon debut.

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In Episode 160 of the Better with Running Podcast! This week, your hosts Chriso and Zacca are joined by special guest host Laura Kerlin, a remarkable 3:14 Marathoner fresh off an impressive performance at the Shepparton Marathon.

We hear briefly about Laura's running journey, before a deep dive into her marathon day, including a stressful lead up week.

Laura talks through how the race panned out and how she achieved a goal beyond her dreams! We hear about her recovery and future racing plans

Chriso talks through his recovery week featuring some easy running and quick strides with his training partner Anna. Zacca continues to this comeback with another session in the bank, with more name-dropping, ahead of putting the bib back on to compete in the Tan Relays

The hosts share their excitement about witnessing numerous run2pb athletes and the wider running community giving it their all at the races, including a podium finish at the Puffing Billy Half Marathon.

Chris gets his shopping channel voice on to plug the latest drop of Run2PB singlets, which he is very excited about matching his socks with!

With thanks to Canadian Running Magazine, some world record chat is back, with some highs and lows, with a particular focus in on the mexico city marathon cheating scandal.

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca breakdown a big weekend at Burnley, with Chris having a fantastic run, representing his club the Bendigo Bats running 1:18:50 over the half marathon distance. Chris takes us through race week, preparing and executing on the day. Zacca continues to knock out steady running but looks at some tweaks to try and get some more conditioning in the legs.

Chriso and Zacca talk through the excitement of seeing a number of run2pb athletes and the running community in general out there having a crack at a race.

This weeks Run2PB Guest is Steve Friend, who joined run2pb in 2020, He is based in Adelaide and coached by Olympian Madeline Heiner. We hear the extraordinary story about Steve starting his running journey with some health challenges. He Is now an accomplished runner, who has become a role model for his kids. Steve lets us in on what he has learned along the journey and some of his favourite sessions. Chriso then puts him under the blow torch with quick fire Q&A , and he also hangs around for some world record chat, which includes a proposal his way at an attempt.

The show concludes with a broad recap from the weekends results, including some amazing achievements from a number of run2pb athletes.

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chris and Zacca are joined by Run2PB Coach James Hansen, fresh off his European campaign, where he raced 7 times in 7 weeks, including 4 x 1500m sub 3:40 with a PB of 3:37:55 and a 5km in 13:31. We hear about his life on the road getting into races, the challenges of training and racing so much and how he was able to manage that. James also talks about the influences on his career and the support he has received from the wider community in the pursuit of his goals. We also get an insight into his learnings as coach and some of the success stories with his run2pb athletes.

Chriso also puts him through his paces with the quick fire questions, which reveals a surprise answer for James fav food.

Zacca and Chriso recap their training before providing a big around the grounds update with coverage from the Shepparton Runners Festival, we also hear about some amazing results from past guests.

Run2PB Links

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, It's race week!

Chris and Zacca prepare for a fun weekend with the run2pb community at the Shepparton Running Festival.

We hear about a challenging week from Chris with a modified session before recharging and getting going for the second half of the week, including a strong long run! Zacca hits a session along the Yarra with Australian running legend Jeff Riseley, before talking about his ghosting experience with his athlete Paul Reason. His training week hits 75ks and he gains momentum as he gets stronger each week.

This week's #teamrun2pb athlete guest is Portia Olsen, after signing up in Oct 2022, with only 2 years of running under her belt, we hear about her running journey under the guidance of run2pb coach Karinna Fyfe. Portia talks us through some of her favourite sessions and her training ahead of the Sydney Half Marathon, before being put under the quick-fire Q&A’s.

The show rounds out with some WR chat, including a big result over the weekend in Edmonton.

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In this weeks episode of Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca have football fever as they record on the night of the Matilidas semi final clash in the Womens World Cup. We hear some training updates from both of them, including Chris hitting 88k off the back of ballarat, and Zacca has a rollercoaster of a week managing his body but things turnaround with some work in the gym. Chris also mentions his friend and training partner, Anna and the establishment of her new pilates studio in Shepparton, https://www.unitestudio.com.au/

This weeks #teamrun2pb athlete guest, is Benji Hoppit, we hear about his running journey after signing up in 2022, to be coached by Brady Threlfall, we hear about his day job in high performance elite sport, and how he commenced his running journey during lockdown before debuting in the marathon in canberra with 3:03. In 2023 his pbs are 5k: 17.45 / 10k: 36.26, M: 2.54.49 and most recently running a big half pb in 1:18. Zacca and Chris ask about his training sessions leading into the Boston Marathon and his recent half, before hitting him up for the quick fire Q&A which includes a few cricket questions!

The show rounds out with some around the grounds before a discussion on an article that came across the boys desk from Canadian Running Magazine.

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chriso are joined by Special guest for the first part of the show, Run2PB coach Gemma Maini, fresh off her victory at the 15KM AV Ballarat Road Race, we hear about her rollercoaster of a week leading into the race, before breaking down how it unfolded, including an extended warm up courtesy of coach Mattress.

Gemma announces the July winner of our Asics x TeamRun2PB athlete of the month.

Taryn Kirby, who is coached by Chris Armstrong, We hear about her journey as a runner with the Shepparton Runners Club and also her challenges of recent times as shared by Chris.

This weeks guest is #teamrun2pb athlete Ryan Cooke, who started with Run2PB in October of 2021 and has gone from strength to strength over the last 2 years. Initially his consistency was a concern, but has now turned it into a strength, regularly running 5 times a week logging 50 to 60kms around a busy lifestyle that involves a lot of interstate travel for work while juggling family life with his wife and 2 young kids.

We hear about Ryan’s decision to race Shepparton Marathon, how his training is going including some close encounters on some early morning runs, before diving into the quick fire Q&As which brings up some issues for Coach Chris.

The show rounds out with some details about a number of run2pb partner events coming up and also a mention of the Oat Running Socks discount code - Run2PB10

For 10% off all orders via www.oatrunning.com.au

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chriso provide some training updates, Chris has a recovery week before a final tune up as he prepares to tow the line for Ballarat 15k. Zacca see some progress with his body and starts to incorporate some strength training.

This weeks guest is Nigel Preston, from Single Track Events, We hear about Nigels portfolio of events across the road and trail, we learn about race directing, what goes into putting on a major event and the challenges that arise from it.

Nigel goes into detail about the next event on the calendar, the Puffing Billy Running Festival https://puffingbillyrunningfestival.com.au/ , we hear about the origins of the event, the course and events on offer.

Nigel hangs around for Chris’s quick fire Q&A which features a flavour of influencing from Run2PB Coach and fellow Bendigo Bat Andy Buchanan.

Zacca and Chriso head around the ground with some results from the Shepparton Runners Club 10km Handicap, Parkrun and Stair Challenge event.

The show rounds out with some world record chat that has Chriso speechless, and also brings out his artistic side, that wasn’t loved by all.

https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/kiwi-woman-crushes-48-hour-treadmill-world-record/

https://puffingbillyrunningfestival.com.au/

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In this weeks episode of Better With Running Podcast, Zacca returns refreshed from his holiday, we hear about his pre departure shoot with Mizuno sporting some colourful shoes.

Chris hits his biggest week since 2019 clocking up 95km,  capping it off with a huge run at Bundoora, his best ever AV race effort, timing his run to perfection and having some big battles along the way with some legends of the circuit.

This weeks guest on the better with running podcast is #teamrun2pb athlete Matt Morgan, We hear about his journey into running from a few jogs to get ready for the local fun run in between boozy sessions and smoking half a pack of cigarettes a day, we hear about his transformation as a runner, changing his lifestyle and going from a 3:51 marathoner to a 2:58 marathoner in Canberra.

We hear about his favourite sessions, the banter in his training groups and general love for the sport. He fends of some blows from listeners and some photos deep in the archives are brought up as he works his way through Chriso’s Quick Fire Q&A.

The show rounds out with Chris talking about his surprise gift from our friends at Oat Running a fresh pair of socks that he is super excited to match with his next kit. www.oatrunning.com.au

Zacca announces a partnership with the Puffing Billy Fun Run, an iconic Victorian Fun run, back on the racing calendar.

Day one of the Festival will feature a new 1.2km Kids Dash and a new 5km Family Fun Run / Walk on Saturday 9 September at Emerald Lake Park, with the echoing toots and puffs of Puffing Billy propelling all participants forward.

Then, on Sunday 10 September, prepare to witness a fierce showdown as up to 3,000 participants take on the challenge of a lifetime, racing against two colossal steam locomotives from Belgrave to Emerald in the heart-pounding 13.5 km 'Classic' Run.

For those hungry for even greater conquests, the all-new 21.1km road and trail Half Marathon; a true test of endurance set amidst the breathtaking views and unyielding hills of the Eastern Dandenong Ranges.

Spectators looking to cheer on participants can embark on an unforgettable journey themselves, hopping aboard the iconic Puffing Billy and potentially even surpassing the racing runners!

The recently developed state-of-the-art Lakeside Visitor Centre within Emerald Lake Park will host the Festival’s Finish Zone precinct for the first time.

It’s sweat versus steam through the rolling hills of the Dandenong Ranges.

So, can you beat the train? There’s only one way to find out.

https://puffingbillyrunningfestival.com.au/

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In this week's episode of Better with Running Podcast, Chriso provides an update on his training as he continues, whilst Zacca continues to gain momentum, with some more kms in the leg and an intro session.

This weeks guest is #teamrun2pb athlete, Nicholas Clancey, after signing up in 2021 to be coached by Zacca with a goal to break 2:50, the guys dive into his journey as a runner, and his recent build up to the Gold Coast Marathon where he lowered his P.B to 2:42, smashing his PB. Nicholas also faces Chriso's Quick Fire Q&A. A surprise guest arrives, Run2PB Co Founder & Coach Brady Threlfall makes a suprise appearance on the podcast

The show concludes with a recorded segment with Run2PB Coach Gemma Maini, announcing the Run2PB Coaches award for June, which goes to Phil Podbury, who at 81 continues to inspire and amaze the community, with thanks to Asics, Phil is the lucky recipient of a pair of brand new shoes! We also hear an update on Gemma's training, she gives us her race report from her debut on the Gold Coast Marathon, before looking towards the marathon build.

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In this weeks better with Running Podcast,  Zacca and Chriso celebrate 150 episodes with a big recap from all the excitement up at the Gold Coast Marathon weekend, they get a chance to run together at the Lululemon shake-out led by Run2PB coach Brady Threlfall. We hear about the weekend's events, and how much fun they had catching up with a number of athletes and fellow coaches.

Chris talks us through his race and openly shares a tough and challenging day for him in the 10km, but there was a silver lining as he was able to assist Nora along to a sub 50min run, and also embrace the event with a number of his athletes having a great day.

Zacca enjoys the shakeout run with chriso and then laps it up on course watching a number of athletes go by, with just on 60 athletes competing across the various events from 10km through to Marathon with a number of debuts, PBs and great performances.

This weeks guest is #teamrun2pb athlete, Zak Round hailing from ‘God’s Country’ coached by the king of the peninsula Matt ‘Mattress’ Davy, Zacca and Chris unpack his running journey, hearing about his progression as a runner, all the learnings along the way and we hear about his epic negative split at the Boston Marathon earlier this year. We also hear about his fresh new PB up on the Gold Coast and some of the sessions leading into the race.

Zak then takes on the quick fire questions from chriso, and we manage to get another plug in for Zak’s business- www.gather-round.com.au - for any events you may be planning!

The show rounds out with some WR chat, with the boys speculating over a competitor at the World Beer Mile before getting onto some fan mail and a shout out to Brady on his successful weekend juggling a number of things, including a 2:20 marathon!

Run2PB Links

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In this week’s Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca are joined for the first part of the show with Run2PB Co-founder, Coach and all round legend Matt “Mattress” Davy, we hear all about his training and managing a busy lifestyle as a young dad and stepping up his role as coach to partner and run2pb coach Gemma Maini. Matt talks to us about his new location where he is segment hunting and still managing to knock out some big ks and elevation.

Zacca and Chriso hit Matt up for some advice for listeners heading to the Gold Coast Marathon, we hear his practical tips for race week and race day, before Chris puts him through his paces on the Quick Fire Q&A, which includes a flex on his culinary skills.

We hear about Chris’s race week as he lines up at the Gold Coast over the 10km

Including an 81km week and tune up session that has all setup for a big weekend on the roads. Zacca continues to gain momentum logging more ks, ahead of a busy weekend.

You can join Chris and Zacca on the Shakeout Run on the Gold Coast on Friday June 30th, meet out the front of the QT Hotel for a 7:30am departure.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lululemon-clubhouse-tickets-651577294227

The episode rounds out with the traditional chat about a random article in Canadian Running News, this week involving a former pro cyclist jumping into a 50k Trail race and winning it!

Part 2:

Zacca interviews Mitch Dyer on tour in Europe chasing diamond leagues and covering races, we hear about his plane, trains and automobiles adventures, and also he reveals his new running media start up - https://www.instagram.com/straightatit_/ - the reason behind it, his plans and what the future of athletics looks like!

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chris are joined by Run2PB Coach and Podiatrist from Fitzpod, Sophie Fitt.

Sophie opens the show with a catch up on how she has been keeping moving and running during her second pregnancy, including reports from her blistering swim sessions. Sophie then jumps into a health corner with a detailed and comprehensive overview of all things foot and skin care, covering a range of topics with some practical advice, the chat includes some info about blister care ahead of your next marathon.

With the Gold Coast Marathon fast approaching we hear more from all the coaches around race week preparation and things that athletes should consider in race week and planning for the race day. Sophie is then put on the spot to take on chriso's quick fire q&a.

Chris and Zacca whistle through a training update before an around the grounds report, and this week's hero of the week is crowned, and once again the boys are in awe of a #teamrun2pb athletes achievements.

World Record Chat is back, the boys discussing the big record that went down over the half marathon that involved a stroller, which has them questioning the event and some of the tactics being used - https://www.runnersworld.com/news/a44209926/jacob-simonsen-world-record-half-marathon-with-stroller/

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In this week's episode of Better with Running Podcast, Chris talks through his training week which includes 83kms, and a session in the Alphaflys, 3 sets of 2k with 1min rest, into 1k with 2mins rest, knocking out some consistent splits, before backing up into a long run with a Taylor Swift Theme. Zacca logs consecutive runs and starts to feel his usual self, getting over the 60min mark and is enjoying the slow return back.

In around the grounds, Zacca and Chris talk through an exciting weekend of results at Launceston, including some big PBs, with Zacca delving deeper into his athlete Matt Morgan and his big PB over the half, and how he has turned things around over 12months, chipped away and been rewarded with a huge run.

The boys tackle a listener question around the challenges both Chris and Zacca face as online coaches.

This week's special guest is Tom Hall, from Mizuno Australia, Tom is a training partner of Zacca, and has recently taken a role at Mizuno in the marketing department, we hear about Tom's running journey, his recent Great Ocean Road Marathon before a peek behind the curtain at the world of shoes, and in particular the latest trends at Mizuno before he tackles Chriso's Quick Fire Q&A.

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In this week's episode of Better with Running Podcast, Chris talks through his training week which included the staple 8 x 1km workout, we hear how Chris attacked the workout and Zacca poses a few questions as to the way he mentally approaches each rep. 

This week's guest from the #teamrun2pb community is  Charles Jacobson who came to Run2PB in August of 2019, with the aim of finding an online coach who could take him to the next level. We hear about his relationship with Andy Buchanan and what he has learned along the journey. Charles touches on some of his recent track races and XCR events before the conversation moves to his recent P,B over the marathon at Boston, Charles details some of his build and favorite sessions, and we hear about race week dramas and then nailing it on the big stage. Charles then takes on Chrisos’ quick-fire Q&A and has Zacca falling off his chair with some of the answers.

The show rounds out with some WR chat, with Canadian Running News delivering some results from the cheese rolling racing which included a potentially dangerous incident that turned out to be all good in the end.

https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/canadian-woman-tumbles-to-win-at-gloucester-cheese-rolling-race-after-getting-knocked-unconscious/

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In this week's episode, Chris and Zacca catch up for a race recap after a big weekend at Bendigo for Chris and his Shepparton Runners Club taking on the hilly XCR 8km race, we hear in detail how the race unfolded and how he went navigating the tricky terrain. Chris gives us some insights into how his athletes for the experience, as Zacca observes the race.

Around the ground segment features Chris and Zac mentioning some results from across the country, with some big results up at Noosa, including a podium finish for Jess Willis. The results of Run2PB athletes at Bendigo are recapped, some athletes return to racing and Zacca is disappointed that Steve didn't manage a shoey in the Barossa, before pumping up one of his athletes Matty Morgan with his victory down in Tassie.

This week's athlete guest is Paul Reason, from Tasmania an avid listener who jumps on to chat about his running journey with Run2PB, we hear about his training block for the Gold Coast Marathon and how he goes juggling big ks with a busy work life. There is plenty of kit chat well before Chris lays down the quick-fire questions, and even throws in a few curve balls.

The show rounds out with some upcoming event announcements about some partner events that, including entries opening for the https://wellnessrun.com.au/ and also https://www.shepparton.run/

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In this week's episode, Chris and Zacca catch up on their training weeks, its race week for Chris as he prepares with some sessions including his fav hills and threshold, before finishing his long run with a pacing job, before he gears up to challenge the hilly bendigo XC. Chris talks about his excitement for the event and bringing a bus full of Shepparton Runners Club members.

Zacca continues to come back from his soleus injury, with some momentum being able to get out to nearly the 60min mark. However race plans are on hold as he confirms that the recovery is taking a little longer than he would like!

In around the grounds, Chris and Zac mention some results from across the country before we hear about Phi Podbury, Run2PB's oldest member who at age 80 took 17mins off his previous years 14k run at the Great Ocean Road Running Festival. We hear about his love for running, his enthusiasm at training and overall inspirational outlook towards hs running.

Run2PB Coach, and 2 x Australian Representative Gemma Maini jumps on for an update on how training has been going, and how she has been going with the XCR season, training for the Gold Coast Half, before making an annoucement about a really exciting monthly award in partnership with ASICS.

Gemma then faces Chriso's quick fire questions and continues the theme of some pot shots at partner/Run2PB Coach Matt Davy.

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In this weeks episode of Better with Running Podcast, We hear from Chriso and Zacca on their training updates, Chris punches out 73k include a successful telford fartlek session and a 2hr long run, whilst Zacca resumes running managing his baby cow, with some good progress as he attempts to rebuild for the GC 10km.

This weeks special guests, are a power running couple of run2pb, Rhys Whittaker and Stacey Bulger. Rhys signed up wanting to tick off some goals since starting with Coach Matt Davy, he has taken his 5km P.B from 16:50-15:54, his half marathon down to 73mins and 33:20 10k next to his name.  Stacey, a former elite softballer, sports some quick P.Bs including 1:23 over the half and is gearing up for the Melbourne Marathon. We hear about their running story, how they got into the sport, their training environment down on the peninsula and they both face Chriso’s quick fire questions, before finishing up with some World Record Chat, which includes a return of another multiple t-shirt wearer and someone who is is taking off clothes to brave the cold running a half marathon in -18c! https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/ukrainian-man-runs-shirtless-half-marathon-in-northern-greenland/https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/ukrainian-man-runs-shirtless-half-marathon-in-northern-greenland/

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This week on the better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chriso talk about race day at Albert Park as they lace up in cold and wet conditions for 10km on the roads. We hear about how they both fared at the start with a super deep field as they both reflect on their feelings in the race as well as how they have both pulled up, with one coming up a lot better than the other!

Physio Chat is back this episode,  with James Telford from Physiolife joining the guys to chat about bone stress injuries. The chat kicks off first with a race recap from James after running a big 10km P.B, he then cops Chriso’s quick fire questions, prompting a detailed discussion into his famous sunday muffins. 

James switches into physio mode and talks us through Bone Stress injuries in runners, covering the gradings of ‘stressies’, common areas in runners, warning signs to look for, who to see and when. We hear about what the recovery and rehab process looks like and how the return to running can expect to look like.

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This week on the better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chriso talk about the excitement of leading into a 10km Road Race, where they will be lining up for their respective clubs at Albert Park, they discuss their sessions, including chris hitting over 70km week including a longer session of 2min reps into a 6km Threshold. Zacca hits a session at princes park focussing on trying to get on 10k target pace, before hitting the ‘donut’ and doing classic ‘1km reps’ session. 

In around the grounds, we hear about a bunch of #teamrun2pb smashing P.Bs at the Mornington Running Festival, before “Jared from Colombia” is praised for an epic half marathon at 2500m, where he picked up some pesos! The boys also praise honorary run2pb athlete Mark Zuckerberg for breaking 20mins.

Run2PB athlete, Bowen Law  is this weeks special guest, Bown  is coached by Matt Davy, after getting the running bug during covid, the guys talk about his his  quick progress. Signing up in February 2022, with an initial 10k PB of 48.10 and 5k of 23min. He has dropped those down in ust over a year  to 40.06 and 19.53. 

We hear about how he fits it in, whilst working full time work in the city, as a plumber. Most days climbing up and down the steps of Marvel Stadium all day long. Bowen lets us in on how fav sessions and what he has learnt since joining run2pb under the guidance of Matt. Chris puts Bowen through his quick fire questions, and puts out his usual request for food pics, and we hear about Bowens love for craft beer that gets Zacca excited! Bowen rounds out the interview with some plans for the rest of 2023 and beyond!

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This week on the better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chriso recap their round one experience at Jells Park where they both ran for their clubs , comparing splits and talking through how they found the course, before looking ahead to the next round - 10km at Albert Park where they will both face off head to head, with Zacca throwing out an option to Chriso to go out with intent with his racing plans.

Run2PB athlete, Laura Kerlin is this weeks special guest, Laura is coached by Sophie Fitt, and she joins the boys for a chat about her running journey,  how she has found training under the guidance of a coach, we also hear about what its like running in a country town and her plans for the Great Ocean Road Half Marathon. Chriso brings out his quick fire questions and we hear about Laura’s dream running holiday and who would come along.

Zacca and Chriso touch on the London Marathon results, with a few athletes having amazing days, we hear about Ranjini in more detail from Zacca as he details how it panned out for her on the day chasing a BQ.

World record chat features some of the crazy attempts that went down in London and they talk about the special treatment at this event for those attempting records, before landing on one that caught their eye.

https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/kelowna-dentist-runs-fastest-marathon-in-a-tooth-costume/

The boys round the show out with a quick chat about the Run the Tan, mentioning some of the big names going around and letting the listeners know all the details including a chance to hear Mitchon the microphone commentating live at  the event. New website here: https://www.mitchdyer.live/ 

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In this weeks episode of the Better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chris are joined by a special guest - Steve Langdon, “Kiwi Steve” - Zacca’s training partner and club mate, who also has interest in sports psychology.

We hear about all their training weeks as they gear up for Jells Park Relays- XCR Round 1. Steve talks about his come back from an injury that stopped his summer season short. Zacca and Chris interrogate his strava as some kms spike in his return to training. Steve then is put on the spot with some quick fire questions, which leads to an in-depth discussion on Mac and Cheese and an instruction from Chris for photos and a recipe.

Chriso goes through his sessions for the week, highlighted with his first session in alphaflys and hits 71k before getting ready for  relay lining up for the Bats. Zacca lines up at parkrun and has a positive experience, with more consistent splits than his last hit out, leading chriso to call him out to go toe to toe at the relays.

Around the grounds results kicks off with some results locally including canberra, newcastle (featuring coach Madeline Heiner debuting over the marathon), and Sarah Jayamaha has the boys awe after covering over 180ks in 24hrs in the track. We hear about the 4 athletes from run2pb that raced at Boston, with some P.Bs and amazing results.

Steve chats about race week nerves and some practical strategies for calming yourself down as you get ready for that race, and also answers a question around going to the well in sessions and the impact that can have on you.

World Record Chat features  Daniel who ran a marathon with a lawn mower for charity

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca talk through their training weeks. We hear an update from Chris as he continues to gain momentum including a successful 3/2/1min session, before getting schooled at the start with Anna smashing him off the line. Chris plays tour guide to run2pb athlete Laura Kerlin, who is coaching by Sophie Fitt as he takes her on the sights of the Bo-Tan, rounding out a busy day with a 50min double run.

Zacca raises the garmin with his 1st 100km week in a long time, and makes more progress with the knee with some strong workouts, as he gears up towards the MUAC parkrun season launch, where he will line up for a 5k tune up before Jells Park. 

Zacca and Chris are joined by run2pb athlete Liam Beecroft, who is coached by Josh Harris since signing up in Sept 2021, Liam has since debuted in the marathon with a 2:47  at melb in December, he has gone onto the track to take his pb from 16:32 down to 16:07 and also hit the trails at 2bays, we hear about his journey from the gym to running, his love for the sport and his track season which included 3 5000m races.

Liam also delves into what he has learn from his coach,  before taking on some quick fire questions from chriso, which leads to some serious muesli chat.

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chris and Zacca start the episode with a quick recap on their training sessions, with Chris knocking out a ripping workout where everything clicked, before jumping in with his training partner as part of the Satruday long run, doing the Westcott Fartlek.  Zacca continues his get fit quick program, putting together some big ks and 2 workouts, as he edges closer to the showdown at Jells Park Relays.

Mitch Dyer, Sports Journalist and Athletics Commentator is back on the show to discuss his big weekend of calling at the National Athletics Championships in Brisbane, we hear about his highlights from the meet with a focus on the distance events, his calling next to the G.O.A.T - Bruce McAveney. We listen to a clip of what Mitch describes as one of his best calls and hear more about his plans for commentating going forward.

Mitch also breaks down how much time and effort went into his latest article that took the Athletics world in Australia by storm where he ranked the top 100 australian track and field athletes, he goes into the backlash he copped and the genuine motive behind the article and why isn’t afraid of the naysayers.

https://www.codesports.com.au/sport/australias-top-100-track-and-field-athletes-revealed-ahead-of-the-national-athletics-championships-centenary-event/news-story/6534b4bd3f0fe46e6404ced6c6c4e6fa

The boys discuss the scenes at a Jamaican Parents race, where Shelly Ann Fraser rocked up and smoked some unsuspecting parents over the 100m.

https://edition.cnn.com/2023/04/03/sport/shelly-ann-fraser-pryce-sports-day-spt-intl/index.html

Hero of the week is revealed with Nathan Contin getting the nod after handling a lap counting incident with class, which potentially cost him an official P.B.

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In this weeks episode of Better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chris are joined by a special guest, new run2pb coach, Kate Avery, Kate has had a stellar  running career which includes  earning a GB vest 19 times across indoor, outdoor, cross country and, most recently, mountain running. She has 14 European medals and 2 World team medals, a 4th place finish in the 10,000m at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games and is currently the only British woman to have ever won the NCAA cross-country title. Kate’s P.Bs are 3000 8:56, 5000m 15:25 and 10,000m 31:41 Kate has since moved to the trails and loving trying different events. We hear about her love for running as a junior, some memories from her favourite race at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games where in front of a huge crowd she finished 4th. Kate shares her training/coaching philosophy, some great advice she has had from a number of coaches over the years and her goals and races on the trails for the rest of 2023.

Chris talks through his Melbourne running experience, including some laps around the outer of the MCG, and a very early morning run with Zacca, before heading back to Shepparton to watch some of his athletes compete in a 1500m handicap event to begin the around the grounds segment, that also includes some trail results from up in QLD.

World Record chat features an inspiring result from the Rome Marathon on March 19, where Antonia Rao became the fastest 90+ man in history, finishing the marathon in six hours and 14 minutes to break the M90 world record by a staggering 30 minutes. His time gets the boys talking about celebrity marathon results.

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast. Zacca and Chriso are back on the mics and they are joined by a special guest for an interview with Run2PB Coach and Winner from the 2023 edition of the Run For The Kids, Gemma Maini. Gemma was last featured on EP01 and a lot has changed in her life and running since then. Chris and Zac talk to Gemma about her return to running after giving birth to Ollie, discussing what it's been like returning to training and progressing to racing. We hear about the excitement of hitting the track again. Gemma fields some listener questions about her training and the changes to her running as a mum, with a shout out to partner and coach fellow Run2PB Coach Matt Davy, before we go deep into a recap from an epic win over the streets of Melbourne that included some drama with a muscle spasm, before Gemma took line honours over the 14.5k distance. We hear about Gemma's plans to go further and head towards an exciting phase of marathon training.

Chris and Zac provide their own training updates before a quick wrap up of around the grounds results with a number of run2pb athletes being mentioned on the socials here. https://www.instagram.com/p/CqAgs67vyPO/https://www.instagram.com/p/CqAgs67vyPO/

There is also a listener question around blowing up in races and how to avoid it that moves into some chat about gauging your pace in training and some tips around that.

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This week on the better with running podcast, Chris and Zacca take a rest week and filling in for the week on debut as hosts are Run2PB's Tasmanian Duo, Josh Harris and James Hansen, as two great mates, training partners and coaches we hear a unique perspective.

James is fresh off some amazing performances on the track, recently running a P.B of 7:50.28 for 4th in Australia at Sydney track classic national 3000m championship, we hear about the race in detail, his feelings and also he gives us news on his move to Team Tempo and whats in store for the rest of 2023 and beyond. Josh provides an update on his love for running through coaching and then how he has found an alternative to running with cycling.  We hear about the boys doing a recent parkrun pacing job for some runners at the Launceston Parkrun. The boys also cover listener questions.

This weeks episode of Better with Running Podcast features a different format with Sophie Fitt joining Zacca and Chris for the first 35mins, we hear an update on Sophies running during her 2nd pregnancy, we hear an in-depth how she has approached her running in consultation with a trusted health professional in her corner. She reinforces the point that its an individual approach and only to be done when seeking the help from a health professional.

Sophie, Chris and Zacca talk about what it takes to get ready for a marathon and the dangers of those who are wishing to take short cuts and rush the process, they talk about the customised approach required and the myriad of factors that go into if you are 'marathon ready', and they discuss the premise of base training and being 'fit enough to train'.

Nigel Preston, Co-Founder of Rosalind Events joins the boys for a chat about all the excitement that went down at the Bendigo Fun Run over the weekend, with a peek behind the curtain of Run Director life from the gruelling early mornings to the elation of seeing the smiles of participants. Nigel also discusses what he is looking at in the event space as he continously looks for ways to improve the experience of runners.  Nigel also extends an offer to Run2PB members and friends for the upcoming O'Keefe Challenge, with members using the code RUN2PB20 for 20% off entries. >https://www.theokeefe.com.au

Chris and Zacca wrap up the show with a snapshot of some results from all over the globe with a big weekend of racing, from the Tokyo Marathon to the Bridge run in Tasmania, lots of P.Bs and performances are celebrated. https://www.instagram.com/p/CpeMZhxPpkl/?hl=en

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Chris continues another strong training week including a hill session followed by a 1500m handicap race, Zacca returns to the tan for a workout of 3k reps and enjoys his pacing duties.

Around the grounds takes us through a couple of overseas results before our hero of the week, Luke O'Shea does an epic training run in Norway showing true dedication is his build up to London Marathon.

We meet Run2PB Athlete Nick Mcdermott who joined Run2PB in 2019, we learn about his running journey, what he loves about the sport and his plans for the London Marathon and the great cause he is doing it for. https://2023tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/nick-mcdermott

Mitch Dyer drops in again to review his day up at Bathurst World Cross Country where he was on the mic and was with sports commentary royalty, Bruce McAvaney. We hear about his night at the Maurie Plant Track Meet, and what he loved about the huge crowd at Albert Park watching some of the best in the world on the track. Mitch also gives us a few names to watch out for at the this weekends Vic Championships where he will be commentating.

World Record Chat features a canine theme, https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/british-man-runs-70-consecutive-marathons-with-his-dogs/

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In this weeks Better with Running Podcast, Chris and Zacca have running royalty in the house and they change the format to hear straight off the "Bat" from Run2PB Coach & 2 x Time Australian Representative Andy Buchanan,  fresh off arguably the toughest event in the running world, where he finished 33rd. 

In this interview, we hear about:

- Andy's preparation at Falls Creek and the lead into the trials and then getting himself ready for the course and what heat training he did before hand.

- 'Village Life' and the logistics of getting to the event as well as the team dynamics and inside the team setup.

- We hear about the race time changes and the team 'pits' and how he planned to execute the race.

- Andy talks about how he felt through the race, his thoughts on the course and what it was like to run against the best in the world.

- We hear about Andy's interactions with the crowd and some post race reflections, including his own rating of his performance.

- Andy also reveals his plans for his next race.

Chris takes us through his latest training and the prospect of a duel over 80m with his training partner Anna is floated. Zacca reflects on a busy week on the road and tempers his training in line with the travel.

There is some around the grounds, including some Parkrun P.Bs, Wins and Marathon Debut.

Run2PB hero of the week is revealed and it goes to to Horsham's 'Mr Everywhere' -  Andrew 'Sos' Sostheim for taking home the Valued Volunteer of the Year award at Friday nights 'Sports Star of the Year Awards'. Sos was key to getting parkrun off the ground in Horsham and, as Event Director, keeps things running smoothly in the background. parkrun is just one of the ways Sos supports the local community, he's also involved with football, cricket and school committees.

The boys finish up with some world record chat about a very old race that involves pancakes, that has the lads getting a craving for some sweets.

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This week on the better with running podcast, Chris and Zacca have some promising results with their running, including Chris recapping his smoking hot run at the Bendigo Frenzy, he talks us through his strategy with the sprinklers before timing his race to perfection, starting conservatively and working his way through the field. Chris also mentions the support he has on the track from fellow run2pb coach Brady Threlfall and other athletes. Zacca hits a session around princes park, and finds his mojo taking on some 10min efforts and a footy club doing pre-season.

Sports Journalist, Commentator and all round athletics nuffy/hype guy Mitch Dyer comes back on for another high ‘octane’ chat about all this athletics, with a huge preview of the World Cross Country Championships in Bathurst, Australia. He puts his coaching hat on and takes us through how he would order the relay team, we get his take on top finishers in australia and we hear about his role on the day with a commentary gig.

Mitch fires up about making track meets exciting and what he is looking forward to at the Maurie Plant Track meet in melbourne.

Chris reviews a running movie, and it blows mitch’s mind.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2071567/ 

There is some world record chat, with a fast family time going down in Dubai.

The boys mention the https://www.runwarrandyte.com/ an awesome event on sunday March 5th. with distances from 2.2km family event all the way upto the 21km (5-10-15-21)including the PhysioLife 5km.Our partner. PhysioLife will be present in the village doing massage and handing out advice and you can meet James Telford from Physiolife the man,the myth, the legend and also the voice behind regular segment physio chat.

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In this weeks episode of Better with Running Podcast, Chriso takes us through an exciting parkrun takeover by his crew, including some stellar pacing and vollie duties. Chris and Zacca talk about their plans over the months and managing their bodies and looking towards goals for the season.

We hear about some exciting results at the Box Hill with P.Bs galore, and a return to the track for run2pb coach Gemma Maini has the boys falling off their chairs.

The hero of the week is announced, Karl Wansbone who a month out from his goal marathon race had a mishap on the mini golf course, breaking his wrist. Karl tapered with the fibreglass cast and lined up to run his first marathon since 2009 and on a hilly course ran 3:16 he missed his PB by 2 minutes from 2009, but given the course and he was running with a cast on, the boys are amazed at this achievement and definitely a deserving winner of hero of the week

Special guest and Run2PB Coach James Hansen, returns to the show, The Sub 4min Miler and Australian Park Run Record Holder talks us through his crack at the world cross country trials and then into the exciting build up for his Mile race in Melbourne later this month.

We hear about some solid training, and how he is fitting it all in with a busy schedule. We also hear about how is large crew of runners going including some breakthrough training sessions from his athletes. The boys also throw a few curly conundrums at him that has jimmy scratching his head.

The boys round out the show with some world record chat, with old mate Dave getting back on the show after going back to the half marathon to throw more t shirts on and run another marathon.  

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, we hear from Run2PB coaches Chris Armstrong and Zacca Newman about their respective races back, in which they both perform below their expectations, Chris opens up with an honest account of a tough way to run a 1500m, with a blistering first lap followed by a piano landing on his back in the last lap. Chris shares where things went wrong and how he can dust himself back off and go again. Zacca has a crack at Albert Park Parkrun and finds its really tough going, struggling to get on the pace and questions his fitness levels from previous sessions and also evaluates a few missing parts to the puzzle. For both of them there is some learnings and fire in the belly for the next one!

In this weeks Run2PB Hero of the week segment, Run2PB Coach, 2:17 Marathoner and Australian Representative at the World Championships, Josh Harris joins the boys to announce Bazz Travella as this weeks winner, he details an amazing tale of his 5k effort on the weekend, with course mishap. We hear about Bazz's progression including taking his marathon from 2:50 down to 2:37.  We have an update on Josh's progress ahead of the UCI/Zwift E Sports Cycling Champs where he will be in the green and gold, including his 500+ k a week training and how the preparation is going.

Chris and Zacca talk about Run2PB coaches planning to head along to parkruns over the coming months as a chance to catch up, pace and meet athletes and the running community. For more info follow emailinfo@run2pb.co

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This week on the better with running podcast, we get an update from Chris after his lighter training week, with less volume his body has bounced back and some promising signs as he managed to get onto the hallowed track in Shepparton for some mile reps, throwing the dragonflys and nailing his session and most importantly pulling up well.

Zacca battles through a reduced week with his niggle, but still manages to hit a solid fartlek, before eyeing off a return to racing with a parkrun on the weekend.

Steven 'Kiwi' Langdon joins the boys once again to talk about the mental side of running, we firstly hear about his success over the 1500m and his insights into what goes into racing that distance, before shifting focus onto the topic of motivation.

Steve talks about how you can keep motivated, what the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation is, how we can stay motivated whilst injured and what it's like coming back from an injury and navigating that.  And finally, he also defends his Ice cream recommendations.

In this weeks Run2PB Hero of the week segment, Sarah Jayamaha is recognised for her Parkrun P.B in amongst her training block for a 24hr track run, which has Chris and Zacca very impressed and posing a few questions!

In world record chat, the boys are excited to see Canadian running magazine has covered Erchana's world record.

https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/aussie-runner-smashes-world-record-by-running-150-consecutive-marathons/

The boys also mention the Run The Tan - Run Club has an event this Saturday, with details here https://www.instagram.com/run_the_tan/?hl=en

Join Abbey Caldwell (Australian Commonwealth Games Medallist) for a Run around The Tan on Saturday 28th January. She became the Australian national champion over 1500m in 2022 and won bronze in the 1500m at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham (claiming Australia’s second medal in the history of this event). She also recently qualified for the World Cross Country Championships to be held in Bathurst NSW next month, by winning her trial against an all-star field.

It's free to join and everyone is welcome.

Date: Saturday 28th January Time: 8am (7:45am for 8am start)

Location: Pillars of Wisdom, Tan Track, Melbourne Followed by Coffee at the Gilson cafe (*free coffee for any newbies)

Don't miss it!! Come down to meet Abbey, be inspired and go for an easy run with her around The Tan. See you there!

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In this weeks episode of Better with Running, Chriso and Zac do into their training weeks, including a recovery week for Chris, whilst Zacca has a roller coaster of a week with some big sessions, some hit well and some hit not so well, and he also navigates a few niggles.

In this weeks special world record chat, Zacca shares what it was like to run the final lap with Erchana as she completes 150 marathons in a row, we hear about the vibe and atmosphere and the boys marvel at the achievement and the way Erchana has carried herself through the whole journey.

Mitch Dyer joins the boys for a look at the past weekends Australian World Cross Trials held over the weekend, Mitch breaks down the results and then puts his selectors hat on which proves a difficult task. We hear about his thoughts on the teams prospects. They boys also talk about the upcoming Maurie Plant - Melbourne Track Meet, which will bring some big international stars. We also get a race recap from Mitch's milers grudge match, and he puts out the challenge for more in 2023. https://www.codesports.com.au/sport/james-whelan-is-all-in-on-recapturing-world-tour-contract-as-he-will-return-to-europe-for-what-may-be-the-last-roll-of-the-dice/news-story/936b9d24078c9f3f789c0ed86050e55c

Hero of the week is crowned, Liam Beecroft who started with Run2PB in 2021, he debuted on the trails over the weekend, finished top 10 - running in vapor flys. We hear a bit about his journey including coming from a body building background. You can follow Liam here https://www.strava.com/athletes/42834553

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Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/7453290

You can donate here https://gofund.me/80948fe8

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In this weeks episode of Better with Running, Chriso and Zac go into depth with their past few training sessions, including Chris battling through a session with a jammed up body but then following it up with a solid long run with an impromptu kick down. Zacca continues to build with the additional session and handling the increase of load, he battles through a tough threshold and is proud of himself, before backing up for a sharper session of 500s including a battle with an e-scooter. 

Around the grounds features results from the Cadbury Marathon, Parkruns and a fast sand 5k! 

Hero of the week is crowned, Jess Willis- started mid September with run2pb. Prior to starting haha had a few rocky months with big Covid impact and other health issues. We set about getting into a good routine, staying consistent, continuing to ensure the easy runs were recovery, building the strength back and getting some faster work in (which we noticed had been missing and an Avenue to progress). A big focus was strength building fartleks, longer split tempo’s and Sunday long run over some serious hills to build layer upon layer. So really strong base building period with a bit of quality in there and target race of the 25k gc festival in early December 2022. Had a really strong race there, placing 3rd in 1.40hr. Going through the half Mara in 1.25, 1min off pb then kicking down. Aim was to hold back early, settle, then I set her a challenge of kicking down to average sub 4.00’s for the last 8km and finish with a big negative split. Jess nailed the execution, which is something I’ve noticed she is great at, along with her ability to get the training done around her family and job. She has really set a great example to her kids of how to be healthy and work hard. Jess is also very mature in knowing how to read her body and if needed, take a day off. Big things in store for 2023 including GC running festival half, GC Half marathon 

In another instalment of “Physiolife Physio Chat” – James Telford Senior Physiotherapist and Run2PB athlete joins the boys for a deep dive into the achilles. We hear about his own experience with it as he is on the road to recovery after a strain. James breaks down general causes, and provides some insights into how you can recover from it and what that road to recovery looks like, and also discusses the importance of communication with coach, podiatrists, sports doctors and having a ‘team in your corner/ For more information contact James on james@physiolife.physio or via www.physiolife.physio 

World record chat, this time features the fastest human/dog mile and they go into some wrinkle duck chat and let themselves down finding out wrinkles only covered 1k not a full marathon. https://youtu.be/qlObpA8uQEU  https://www.runnersworld.com/runners-stories/a26324734/fastest-dog-human-mile-run/ 

We also hear about Erchana’s final days and what the last lap of the tan and the festivities wil look like as she hits 150 marathons https://www.instagram.com/p/CnP5I9pSlSB/?hl=en 

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Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/7453290 

You can donate here https://gofund.me/80948fe8 

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In this weeks episode of Better with Running, Chris celebrates his birthday with a number of activities and is surprised at Parkrun with training partners and friends! Zacca heads on a road trip to run with Brady Threlfall (Run2PB Co-Founder/Coach, 2.19 marathoner and host of Inside Running Podcast) we hear about a couple of solid runs and relaxing times.

Zacca stumbles across "SISU" vis some holiday reading and documentaries, and the boys discuss the Finnish philosophy / way of life and how it relates to running.  https://www.outsideonline.com/health/running/culture-running/people/you-cant-be-a-champion-without-sisu/

In the first world record chat instalment of 2023, the boys countdown last years most popular articles on Canadian Running Magazine with a surprise winner.

https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/top-10-most-popular-running-stories-of-2022/

We then hear about Marathon Man, Gary Mckee who ran a marathon every single day in 2022, and the boys chat through this insane effort whilst working full time and they have some questions!

https://runningmagazine.ca/the-scene/british-man-completes-365-straight-marathons-earning-his-well-deserved-beer/

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Chris and Zac finish off the last episode of 2022, with a recap of their christmas running weeks, including a parkrun appearance at Shepparton from Chris, as he tries to run down a young gun from his club. Zacca takes it easy with some running and golf, as he eyes up a big 2023 season.

The boys reflect on the year as coaches and what they have learnt, and also relay some experiences that other run2pb coaches have around training, patience, communication and nailing the marathon.

Chriso and Zac are joined once again by Erchana Murray Bartlett - Guinness Record Holder  who is running a marathon every day, making my way from the tip of mainland Australia (Cape York) to the toe (Melbourne) that’s 155 consecutive marathons for a total of 6,200kms to spread a very important message - Extinction is a CHOICE and she has partnered with the wilderness society to raise $62,000.

We hear about her progress through the cities, including the gold coast and sydney where she has been doing runs with various crews and fans along the way.

Erchana opens up about how she has grappled with dark moments and how she has stayed mentally strong through the epic journey.

We hear about her dealing with online trolls and some privacy issues on strava, before going into some listener questions around the media attention that she will get post race, dealing with being compared to Chris Hemsworth, Serena Williams and Eluid Kipchoge

https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/sport/article/fitness-heroes-2022

Erchana tells us how she is funding the trip, and what role her sponsors and brands have played in making this run possible. She finishes the interview with some stats from her strava and how she plans to finish up the famous Tan in Melbourne , taking on the anderson street hill with some segment hunting!

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Thank you to all the listeners for tuning into the Better with Running Podcast this year, we are truly grateful for the support and look forward to sharing more running news, perspectives and world records in 2023!

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You can support Erchana and follow her with these links

IG: https://www.instagram.com/tip_to_toe_2022/?hl=en

Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/7453290

You can donate here https://gofund.me/80948fe8

Website:https://www.tiptotoe2022.com/#ABOUT

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