EP169: Guest Interview, Paul Cleary - Australian Olympian (1500m- Atlanta 1996)

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.