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Better with Running

195 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -

This podcast is about sharing that running journey, its here to help inspire and motivate others to join and take part in the best sport in the world! Running!

Along the journey you’ll also get the chance to hear from a range of coaches, athletes and running experts their backgrounds and how they go about getting the most out of their running. Sharing some of their secrets and training tips, to help expose you to some new ways of thinking and operating!

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EP 44: Better with Running Podcast Ft. Dane Verwey

March 22, 2021 21:39 - 56 minutes - 52.4 MB

Zacca and Matt give a run down of some big results that have come through in the last couple of weeks, in their around the grounds segment. Run Culture coach, Run Therapy physiotherapist, host of the Run Culture podcast, 2.22 marathoner, training partner and great mate of Zacca and Matt, Dane Verwey jumps on for a chat about how he's tracking for the upcoming Athletics Australia Elite Marathon. Dane goes into detail about how his training has been going, what his plans are and how he'll go ...

EP 43: Better with Running Podcast Ft. Run2PB Coach Sophie Fitt on TT's, Plantar Fasciitis Listener Question and Racing 2021.

March 15, 2021 01:31 - 1 hour - 84.5 MB

In this weeks episode, Zacca and Matt catch up about their weeks. Matt talks about getting a cold, taking it easy, before hitting a half marathon specific session of 3 x 10min and rolls a group long run around Red Hill. Zacca progresses his training with a solid 4 x 2km session, 70min pickup run then jumps in on his Sunday run to pace one of his athletes, Will, over a 10km time trial. Zacca and Matt also chat about the Richmond Harriers Tiger 5. Held on a cracking Thursday night, with plent...

EP 42: Better with Running Podcast Ft. Andy Buchanan, Myles Gough & James Hansen Interview (Part B)

March 08, 2021 02:43 - 2 hours - 120 MB

Mega Episode! The Zacca and Matt talk about their recovery week post Sandy Point 10km. Zacca shows his recovered well by hitting a solid Threlfall Fartlek, while Matt takes on half of Josh Harris' hour of power (30min of 1min ON, 30sec float fartlek).  Run2PB coach Andy Buchanan joins in to discuss his recent 13:42min 5km PB at the Box Hill burn. Andy goes into the details of some of his sessions leading up to the race and chats about his future plans (including a marathon scoop). He also c...

EP 41: Better with Running Podcast -FT. Zacca & Matt Race Recap, Coaches Josh Harris and James Hansen Interview (Part 1)

March 02, 2021 01:30 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

In this weeks episode, Zacca and Matt recap their epic showdown at the Sandy Point - 10km, discussing how the race unfolded for both of them and then how they both plan to recover as they head into their marathon specific blocks as they build towards the Gold Coast Marathon. They also recount the excitement of catching up with other Run2PB athletes at the event. In a big weekend of racing around the country, they also discuss some impressive performances from Brisbane based athletes Katie a...

EP:40 - Better With Running Podcast FT. Zacca & Matt Training Update, Coach Chris Armstrong Catchup (Shepparton Runners Club / Run2PB Coach) and Run2PB Athlete Glen Abercrombie Interview

February 22, 2021 04:52 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

In this weeks episode, Zacca and Matt catch up about how their training has gone this week. Zacca goes into detail about his 4 x 5min and 3 x 10min sessions, in the lead up to his showdown with Matt at the Sandy Point 10km. Matt discusses hitting another hills session, building into 4 x 3min and 2 x 1min hills. Along with a 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 fartlek session, to close out another 140km week. They also chat about their entry into the Gold Coast marathon and the excitement around the build. Run...

EP39: Better with Running Podcast (Season 2 - Opener) FT. Myles Gough from Runcreature.com

February 16, 2021 05:06 - 1 hour - 82.5 MB

In this weeks return episode, Zacca and Matt catch up about how their last month of training has been. Zacca nails a 4k/3k/2k session in the lead up to his showdown with Matt over 10km, this time at Sandy Point 10km. Matt discusses how he was put back over the Christmas period due to illness and took a few weeks to build back up. Zacca and Matt also have a chat about their hills session they did down at Devilbend. Myles Gough, founder of RunCreature jumps back on to discuss his sub 15min PB...

EP38: Better wth Running Podcast - (2020 Season Finale) Ft. Matt and Zac Recapping 10k Race on the Run, Myles Gough from RunCreature & Stu Mclay relives Benita Willis-Johnson's World Cross Country Win

December 21, 2020 06:07 - 1 hour - 82.2 MB

Zacca and Matt catch up for a run and record their Launceston race debrief on the ground. They discuss how the race went for each of them, how Zacca charged past Matt at 3km and got him by 30 seconds. Zacca goes into his lead up training week and Matt chats about one of his taper sessions. They also talk about how their recovery has been and what’s in store for 2021.  Myles Gough, founder of RunCreature jumps back on to discuss a training update, gives some more details of his feature artic...

EP37: Better with Running Podcast - Ft Interview with Coach Steph Auston - NEW Australian 50km Record Holder

December 07, 2020 05:39 - 1 hour - 66 MB

  One week out before the Launceston 10km, Zacca and Matt dissect their latest sessions. Matt talks through how his specific 10km session, 5 x mile reps and then discusses how he changed his training to ensure recovery and adaptation from that. Zacca nails a strong progression run and 6 x 4min reps as he gets more specific in his training.  Fresh off her win in an Australian record 50km time, Run2PB coach Steph Auston joins the show. Steph goes into detail about how the race panned out, wha...

EP36: Better with Running Podcast - FT Myles Gough Founder of Runcreature.com & Andy Allison on Movember & The Tasmanian Running Scene

November 26, 2020 22:26 - 1 hour - 95.9 MB

Zacca and Matt talk about the latest training weeks, dealing with a few bumps in the road and managing their ageing bodies, but both seem to have managed their niggles and crank out some good training ahead of their 10km race down in Launceston in a few weeks time. Myles Gough, founder of RunCreature, jumps on again to chat about his latest feature article on one of Australia’s best ever marathoners, Jess Stenson.  He also lets us in on a scoop about his next feature article and talks about...

EP35: Better With Running Podcast

November 20, 2020 05:24 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Zacca chats about an epic session he rolled out, hitting a 5 minute tempo into 6 by 90sec ON/OFF. Dodging packed paths of cyclists, runners and walkers in the process. Matt details how he went over the 5km time trial he helped pace for Jake, going in depth about how they attacked the 5km and adjusted paces on the fly to get the optimal result.   Zacca and Matt chat about their excitement and detail some aspects of their training in the lead up to their next race, the Launceston 10k. Chattin...

EP34: Better with Running Podcast - With Stu Mclay Legends of Aussie Distance Running Segment ' - Andrew LLoyd 1990 Comm Games 5000m Gold Medal Win.

November 12, 2020 23:36 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MB

In this weeks episode, Zacca and Matt discuss a couple sessions they each hit through the week. Zacca picks the pace up in his 4 x 4/2/1min, dipping into the low 3min/k for the shorter reps, in prep for his race against Matt in the Launceston 10km! Zacca lets us know the thoughts behind the session and how it’s progressed to being a part of his week. Zacca also notches up his biggest week for a while with 105km. Matt discusses his thorough enjoyment in getting out for a big group run on the...

EP33: Better with Running Podcast - SPECIAL TAKEOVER - Hosted by Sophie Fitt, Gemma Maini and Madeline Heiner

November 05, 2020 22:03 - 1 hour - 58.8 MB

Madeline Heiner, Gemma Maini and Sophie Fitt n jump on the podcast this week to takeover!  They give us an update on how they are tracking at the moment, how their athletes are performing, how they have dealt with and worked around the craziness of 2020 and answer some listener questions. Partners Yarraville Running Company, shop online @ https://www.therunningcompany.com.au/yarraville/ https://www.instagram.com/therunningcompany_yarraville/?hl=en Run2PB Links Socials Run2PB YouTube: ht...

EP32: Better with Running Podcast - Ft Run2PB Coach Steph Auston & Athlete Llewellyn 100k Solo Race Recap & Richard Welsh - Epic Events & Marketing Interview

October 31, 2020 02:19 - 1 hour - 87.9 MB

Zacca and Matt discuss a couple sessions they each hit through the week. Zacca dabbles in his favourite, the progression run around the tan, along with enjoying getting out with Frankie for his 12 / 8 / 4min efforts session. Matt rolls out his 29km long run from Devilbend to Dromana and hits a 6 x 1km reps with a couple of Peninsula's finest. Big week around the tracks recapping some exciting performances from Run2PB Athletes. Steph and Llewellyn catch up for a chat about the 100k 'no idea...

EP31: Better with Running Podcast: Training Talk (400m Reps) with Run2PB Coaches Andy Buchanan & Brady Threlfall + Feature lnterview with Myles Gough (Founder of www.runcreature.com)

October 23, 2020 06:18 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Zacca and Matt talk about his latest session, including 400m and tempo efforts. Matt quizzes Zac on his massive upcoming  session with training partner - Frankie Conway. Zacca and Matt chat with founder of RunCreature, Myles Gough - Australia's newest online running magazine. they discuss his own running journey, what prompted him to start the website/publication, some of the interviews he has already published and and what plans are in store for the future. Andy Buchanan and Brady Threlf...

EP30: Better with Running Podcast Ft Matt Morgan Run2PB Athlete Interview.

October 16, 2020 03:29 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MB

Zacca and Matt talk about how they have recovered from their Run2PB Virtual 5km went with both getting back into sessions and talk about how they have both are excited for more races ahead, they chat over a potential pacing gig on the track.  Zacca catches up one of his athletes based in Tasmania, Matt Morgan, fresh off a new half marathon P.B, they talk about his transition into running,  the quest for a sub 3hr and how he fits running into his life as a father of two kids.  Stay tuned to...

Ep 29: Better with Running Podcast SPECIAL - RUN2PB VIRTUAL 5k Recap with Coach Chris Armstrong & Shoe Chat with Run2PB coach Sammy Mclean

October 10, 2020 07:20 - 1 hour - 71.5 MB

Zacca and Matt debrief about how their Run2PB Virtual 5km went, they then are joined by guest and Run2PB Coach Chris Armstrong. They discuss some of the amazing results coming through in the Virtual 5km and Chris gives an update on some great time trials run on the Shepparton track! Matt catches up Run2PB coach, Sammy the Shoe Dog, to discuss about various types of racing flats and who would benefit from them. Sammy also gives an update on how he is travelling, along with how his athletes a...

Ep 28 - Virtual 5km Update, London Marathon Preview + BONUS Livestream Audio w Brad Beer Pogo Physio

October 02, 2020 06:47 - 1 hour - 84.8 MB

Zacca and Matt discuss how their training is going heading towards their attempts at the Run2PB Virtual 5km. Matt hits the track for some 400m repeats and Zacca attacks a tempo then 3min reps. They also take a look at the London Marathon, where there are numerous different races amongst the race. Including the battle between Kipchoge and Bekele as well as how the Aussie contingent is looking.  In the round the tracks segment, Zacca and Matt look at the numerous great runs from the Run2PB lege...

Ep 27: Better with Running Podcast - Ft. Takeover by Run2PB Coaches Josh Harris and Jack Davies and Interview with Run2PB Athlete Vijay Venugopal

September 25, 2020 07:21 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Jack Davies and Josh Harris jump on the podcast this week to takeover! They give us an update on how they are tracking at the moment, how their athletes are performing, including some impressive races and time trials, along with training talk on threshold runs, sharing in a big goal for 2021 and answering some listener questions..  Zacca and Matt discuss how they are looking for the Run2PB Virtual 5km, Matt dishes out a scare tactic by uploading onto the Run2PB YouTube Channel his last 5km ...

Ep 26: Better with Running Podcast - Ft. Virtual Run 5k Launch with Brady Threlfall / Interviews - Troy Hewkins & Run2PB Coach and Trail Running Superstar Steph Auston.

September 18, 2020 04:11 - 2 hours - 113 MB

Big episode with Zacca and Matt first discussing Run2PB proudly partnering with The Running Company Yarraville and New Balance to put on the Run2PB Virtual 5km Event, to be run between October 1st and 14th.  Run2PB coach Sammy the shoe dog jumps in to give a review of the prize for the virtual event, the New Balance 1080’s, along with an update on a cracking goal he’s made. Matt catches up with one of his athletes, elite Olympic lifter and all round great guy, Troy Hewkins. Who last weekend ...

Ep 25: Better with Running Podcast - Ft Shoe Chat with Run2PB coach Sammy Mclean + Katie Dall + Anna McPhie Interviews

September 11, 2020 05:47 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

Zacca and Matt catch up on how each other’s 60min workout went that was set by Brady. A challenging 20minute session of 5/4/3/2/1min ON, 1min jog recovery between each. They discuss the impacts training partners have on how they approach and execute sessions. Matt catches up Run2PB coach, Sammy the Shoe Dog, to discuss triathlon and ironman racing shoes and the variables that should be taken into account when making such an important decision. Sammy also shares his wisdom of some key tips h...

EP24: Better with Running Podcast Ft Run2PB Coach Chris O'Neill

September 04, 2020 05:09 - 1 hour - 80.9 MB

In this week's episode, Zacca and Matt crunch the numbers on their 60min session set by Run2PB Coach Dave P.  6min Effort 2min recovery 3 x 4min (90sec recovery) 2 x 30sec on/ 30sec off They discuss Stage 4 restrictions and the first thing they'll do when the 5km bubble is raised. Run2PB Athlete Stu Mclay pens a cracking blog, that Matt and Zac both have some takeaways from. Blog:https://www.run2pb.co/post/running-in-the-time-of-covid-19 Zacca interviews Chris O'Neill, Run2PB's newes...

EP23: Better with Running Podcast Ft Training Talk with Run2PB Coaches Andy Buchanan & Brady Threlfall + Brad Fuller TRC Yarraville Interview

August 28, 2020 05:48 - 1 hour - 70.8 MB

Zacca and Matt talk about their experiences with 1k reps, in anticipation of hearing another training talk segment, featuring Run2PB coaches Andy Buchanan and Brady Threlfall, as they discuss all things 1k Reps, they outline how they approach them in sessions and execute, filled with practical takeaways and key learnings for all runners. Matt and Zac takes us through an around the 'track/trails/road' segment celebrating some amazing achievements from Run2PB athletes. Zac catches up with Br...

EP22: Better with Running Podcast - Ft. Interview W/ Luke Bell - Professional Ironman & 70.3 Athlete

August 21, 2020 02:02 - 1 hour - 99.3 MB

Matt and Zac talk about how they going Melbourne at the turnaround mark of the 6 week (stage 4 lockdowns), how they are going without having races and how they are keeping motivated with training and lack of events. Zacca catches up with Luke Bell for an interview. Luke debuted at Kona at the ripe age of 22, he then managed to have 2 top tens in the arguably worlds most famous endurance event - Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. Luke's professional career across the Tri/70.3/ful...

EP21: Better with Running Podcast - Ft. Shoe Chat with Run2PB Coach Sammy Mclean + Lauren Das Run2PB Athlete Interview

August 14, 2020 05:40 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

Zacca and Matt talk through their 60min sessions, and the positive feedback that they have been having in the running community. Matt takes on Sophie Fitt's workout over a hilly course and finds it bloody tough!! They talk about Madelines workout - 3 x 5min sets , into 30sec recovery /30sec hard with a 3min recovery between each. Sammy the Shoe Dog is back in the house for another segment of 'Shoe Chat', talking about minimalist and maximalist Run2PB Athlete Lauren Das returns to the mic...

EP20: Better with Running Podcast - Ft Run2PB Coach & Athlete Chat (Josh Harris and Andy Allison)

August 07, 2020 19:48 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

Zacca and Matt catch up about how they're managing the newly imposed Stage 4 Restrictions and how they are adapting their training and their athletes training in Melbourne to the new 60 minute exercise restriction. But it's not all doom and gloom! Other areas of Australia are getting back into racing and it's fantastic to see! Zacca throws a shout out to some of his athletes looking at doing time trials and racing within the next couple of months. Run2PB coach Josh Harris gets behind the mi...

Episode 19: Better with Running Podcast - Shoe Chat & Soph Fitt Interview (Part 2)

July 29, 2020 21:28 - 1 hour - 56.2 MB

Matt and Zac talk about the recently launched Baller2Runner 10km Program for team sports athletes looking to improve their running and they discuss what the program entails and their experiences from a coaching point of view. Matt and Sammy Mclean catch up for another segment of Shoe Chat. In this Part 2 of this week's interview,  with newly appointed Run2PB coach Sophie Fitt opens about topics that need more conversations in regards to female distance running, We look forward to hearing m...

EP18: Better with Running Podcast Ft. Interviews with Run2PB Athlete Stu Mclay & Run2PB Coach Sophie Fitt.

July 25, 2020 05:51 - 1 hour - 88.3 MB

Matt and Zac reflect upon their own training and challenges with a masked up Melbourne and dealing with the increased traffic out on the trails and paths. Zac catches up with past guest and Run2PB Athlete, Stu Mclay they review his 3k time trial, and look ahead towards a new block and focus around a 10k Time Trial. Matt also talks about the highs of running a cracking time trial to then facing a challenge with a rolled ankle. In this week's interview, newly appointed Run2PB coach Sophie F...

EP17: Better with Running Podcast -Ft Training Segment with Run2PB Coaches, Andy Buchanan and Brady Threlfall + Bonus Audio from Run2PB Event " Training your mind - The mental side of running"

July 18, 2020 06:24 - 1 hour - 110 MB

Matt smashes his time trial and zac grills him on how it all went down!  Training Talk Segment: Run2PB Coaches Brady Thelfall and Andy Buchanan, Brady catches up with Andy and how he has been training, and then he takes us through his special hilly and threshold session. This week also includes audio from a recent Run2PB Live event " Training your mind - The mental side of running. Featuring Coaches and Runners:   Run2PB Coach & Australian Olympian Madeline Heiner  Run2PB Coach & Austr...

EP16: Better with Running Podcast with Run2PB Coach Interview - Chris Armstrong

July 12, 2020 07:47 - 1 hour - 93.9 MB

Matt and Zac catch up to see how they’ve been tracking through the week including a snippet of audio post session with the roles reversed, past guest and training partner of Zac being interviewed on the spot during a warm down after completing a tempo after a small niggle. Zac interviews new Run2PB Coach, Chris Armstrong. they cover: > His running journey and what inspired him to get running again. > Involvement in the running community including the Shepparton Runners Club. > Coaching P...

EP15: Interview with American Run2PB Athlete Supreeth Mannava & Shoe Chat with Sammy

July 06, 2020 06:58 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

Matt and Zac catch up to see how they’ve been tracking through the week and discuss what techniques they use to ensure they’re staying strong and healthy whilst increasing their training volume. Jack Davies catches up with one of his star Run2PB athletes, all the way from Austin Texas, USA, Supreeth Mannava. They discuss Supreeth’s running journey with Run2PB, how he has slashed time off his 5km PB, built up to a 10km and now looking to target a half marathon. They also chat about mentality a...

EP14: Better with Running Podcast, F.T Special Guest Host (Brady) & Run2PB Coach Josh Harris Interview (Part 2)

June 30, 2020 19:05 - 1 hour - 76.6 MB

Matt and Zac have an intruder in the studio, as Brady pops in to try and steal some tips on podcasting! They discuss the weekends time trials that went down with a number of Run2PB athletes over various distances. With the coaches drawing on some learnings and aspects of time trials. Zac recounts his adventure out to pace his Athlete Will and includes a quick post time trial interview. Matt and Brady tackle a  listener Question:" Do you have a specific warm up routine you follow before a r...

EP13: Better with Running Podcast with Run2PB Coach Josh Harris Interview (Part 1)

June 23, 2020 04:55 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

Matt and Zac talk about mental tactics and strategies they use in training and racing to help them get through tough situations, the conversation was inspired after reading Sammy Mclean's article. You can read the blog here:  https://www.run2pb.co/post/how-to-become-a-mentally-stronger-runner In Part 1 of our interview with Josh Harris, Zacca chats to Josh about: > His P.Bs across all distances from 800m > Marathon > We find out what is his most satisfying and you’ll be surprised! > He...

EP12: Better With Running Podcast with Brady Threlfall Interview (Part 2)

June 18, 2020 00:44 - 1 hour - 96.2 MB

Zac interviews Co founder of Run2PB Brady Threlfall, in Part 2 they discuss - Brady's 5k/10km P.Bs, including his sub 30min Zatopek race. - He rates his marathons races and dealing with not being able to race in 2020. - His role as a mentor with younger athletes. - How do we build the athletics and interest in the sport of running. - What he really thinks about the state of the sport and how can we collectively grow it. - Social Media and Athletes. - His coaching with Run2PB and what ...

EP11: Better with Running Podcast with Shoe Chat & Brady Threlfall Interview (Part 1)

June 12, 2020 07:08 - 1 hour - 80.2 MB

Matt and Zac talk about the possibility of training together for a marathon, as they both hold out hope that races will kick off again. Zac chats to Sammy the "Shoe Dog" Mclean about the role footwear can play in niggles and return to running from injuries. He also debunks some myths around running shoes and answers a listener question around selecting shoes that are within our budget. Zac interviews Co founder of Run2PB Brady Threlfall, in Part 1 they discuss Brady's early days of podcast...

EP10: Better with Running Podcast with Run2PB Athlete Luke " Milko " Millard & Frankie Conway

June 04, 2020 19:56 - 1 hour - 94.6 MB

Matt and Zac chat about the importance of training partners, and the role they have played in both their running careers. Matt in particular reflects on his time spent as a training partner of 3 x Olympian, Comm Games Silver Medalist, Sarah Jamieson, he recalls a few stories from being on tour in Europe helping Sarah prepare for races and the insights and learnings he got from being around a professional athlete. Run2PB Coach Andy Buchanan catches up with his Bendigo, based athlete, Luke "...

EP09: Interviews with Run2PB Athlete and Coaches, including a feature with Sammy Mclean.

May 28, 2020 19:22 - 1 hour - 103 MB

A jam packed episode of interviews with Run2PB Athletes and Coaches. Ultra and Trail Running Coach Steph Auston catches up with Llewellyn McMaster and they talk about his journey and his innovative virtual ultra relay that involves a 2am start time! Run2PB Coach Brady returns for a post race interview with Run2PB Athlete Aiden and recap his marathon effort. https://www.instagram.com/p/CAtLR7bHrD3/ You can find the details here on Aiden's cause https://www.gofundme.com/f/legacy-for-four-p...

EP08: Interview with Run2PB athlete Katie Dall & Shoe Chat with Sammy

May 21, 2020 06:36 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

Matt and Zac discuss how the Run2PB Hot Lap Hustle went, going through some results and also chat about how each other performed. Sammy ‘The Shoe Dog’ McLean pops in again, answering some pressing questions about which shoe to wear during different sessions and also how terrain effects ideal shoe choice. Matt catches up with one of his Run2PB athletes, director and PT at Activate Health and Fitness, Katie Dall. They discuss how she changed her focus from triathlons to running, how she mana...

EP07: Meet Run2PB Athlete Aiden, & Becky Wade Interview

May 12, 2020 05:41 - 2 hours - 132 MB

Matt and Zac reminisce over starting Run2PB and we reveal who actually came up with the name, they also fire some shots at another popular running podcast! Zac talks about runners being strict about going to round numbers and even kms and ask's Matt about his preference. We meet Run2PB Athlete Aiden, who is  raising money for the families of the four police officers killed on duty in Victoria on the 22nd of April 2020.  Aiden will run a full length marathon (42.195km) in May in memory of t...

EP06: Interviews with Run2PB athlete Stuart McLay and Run2PB coach Jack Davies

May 05, 2020 06:38 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Zacca catches up with one of his legend Run2PB athletes, Stuart McLay, going in depth into how at 50 years of age, he's the fittest he'e ever been. Zacca also interviews one of the star Run2PB coaches, Jack Davies, who shares his remarkable story of resilience through his running journey. Matt and Zacca also discuss the Virtual Strength and Conditioning session held with Run Culture founder, Dane Verwey.

EP05: Andy Buchanan Interview + Shoe Chat with Sammy

May 01, 2020 03:21 - 1 hour - 93.2 MB

Zacca and Matt discuss the upcoming Run2PB Virtual Hot Lap and answer a listener question around racing. Sammy ‘The Shoe Dog’ McLean pops in, answering some pressing questions about shoe design and what metrics to consider when choosing a shoe. Matt catches up with Australian representative and Run2PB coach Andy Buchanan, to talk about his running and coaching journey so far, including a momentous two week period where he demolished his 10km and Half Marathon PB’s, earning him a spot on th...

EP04: Interviews with Run2PB Athlete Andrew " Sos " Sostheim & Run2PB Coach Dave P

April 24, 2020 06:04 - 1 hour - 79.8 MB

Matt and Zac discuss their takeaways from a new blog post by Run2PB coach Sammy Mclean, Training Tips for a Masters Distance Runner and answer a listener question about alternatives to running and riding during this time. Matt gets the chance to interview one of his star athletes, Andrew ‘Sos’ Sostheim and Zac has an absorbing chat with Run2PB coach Dave Paroissien, Show Links https://www.run2pb.co/post/training-tips-for-a-masters-distance-runner https://www.run2pb.co/better-with-running...

EP03: Interview with Steph Auston

April 17, 2020 04:21 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

Matt has a captivating chat with one of Australia's most credentialed Ultra and Trail runners and Run2PB coach Steph Auston. Matt and Zac deliberate over the benefits of utilising online courses such as their great mate and Australian physiotherapist Dane Verwey's, Run Culture Online Strength and Conditioning program.  They also have a brief discussion over the Run2PB workout of the week, the Mattress Fartlek. Zac catches up with Myotherapist Alan Shields from Thrive, Sports Medicine Alan t...

EP02: Run2PB Virtual Run Recap + Interview with Madeline Heiner

April 13, 2020 00:28 - 1 hour - 104 MB

Matt and Zac chat about the Run2PB Virtual 5k over the weekend, and Run2PB athlete, Lauren drops in to discuss how it all went down with her 5k. Zac has an in depth interview with Madeline Heiner,  2 x Olympic Finalist, they discuss some of the highs and lows as an athlete going through junior ranks, and returning to run after an absence to reach the heights of an Olympic Games. Madeline also goes into some of her recent challenges on and off the track including returning from double hamstr...

EP01: Interview with Gemma Maini

April 08, 2020 20:22 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MB

Zac and Matt talk about their own running, along with coaching their athletes during this time with COVID-19. They discuss this Easter weekends Run2PB Virtual 5k, and reveal some racing tips to implement over the distance. Matt has an in depth interview with Gemma Maini, 2 x Australian World Cross Country Representative, Team Tempo Athlete and Run2PB Coach. Gemma goes into the highs and lows of her running career and what she has learnt along the way that has helped her in her coaching.

Better with Running - EP 00: Podcast Trailer

April 04, 2020 06:37 - 2 minutes - 2.46 MB

Better with Running - COMING SOON. This podcast is about sharing that running journey, its here to help inspire and motivate others to join and take part in the best sport in the world! Running! Along the journey you’ll also get the chance to hear from a range of coaches, athletes and running experts their backgrounds and how they go about getting the most out of their running. Sharing some of their secrets and training tips, to help expose you to some new ways of thinking and operating! ...

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