Best Stephen Pate Podcasts (2025)

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EP275: Stephen Pate Returns: Now a 2:31 Marathon Man! 55:46

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman, start the show with a brief update from chrisos training and talk about the turf war on socials about callipos vs zooper doopers. They then welcome back Run2PB Athlete Stephen Pate, he returns to discuss a phenomenal year of running, culminating in a massive three-m…

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EP277: Kate Clarke Run2PB Athlete on Bendigo Bats, Big PBs, and Balancing the Daily Grind 1:35:18

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In this episode of the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman welcome back Run2PB athlete and Bendigo Bat, Kate Clarke to share her remarkable transformation. Since beginning her journey with Run2PB, Kate has achieved staggering progress under the guidance of Coach Chris, shaving 25 minutes off her half-marathon PB, 10 mi…

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EP276: A Coach’s Comeback: Ned Buckell on Resilience, Recovery, and Leading the Next Generation 1:15:59

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In episode 276 of the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman welcome Run2PB Coach Ned Buckell. Ned brings a high level of academic expertise to his coaching, as he is currently completing his Masters of Exercise Physiology. The episode serves as a deep dive into Ned’s journey, exploring how he transitioned from a competit…

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Katie Hiatt: The World Needs Hugs 23:03

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My favorite daughter joins us for this week's special Kid's Rough Drafts. Katie tells all the cool things about life in WBES and some of her favorite Bible stories, too.By Matthew Hiatt

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EP274:Unlocking Speed: Coach Ben Stolz & Athlete Shaun White on a breakout 2025 season 1:09:27

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In this weeks episode of the Better With Running Podcast features Run2PB Coach Ben Stolz and athlete Shaun White, return to the show to recap Shaun's spectacular 2025 running season. Following a strategic focus on speed development, Shaun achieved a string of major Personal Bests (PBs), including significant improvements in the 3K, 5K (15:25), 10K …

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EP273: From Setback to Success: Run2PB athlete James Cousins on Overcoming Injury and Unlocking Speed 1:01:59

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The episode kicks off with the hosts', touching on the ridiculously short two-day first test match in cricket and the start of the summer, which prompts nostalgic recollections of childhood ice creams, including Zac's lament over paying nearly $5 for a Calipo. In their running weeks recap, Chris reports a managed 39K week, focusing on recovery from…

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EP272: Sweat Vs Steam Wrap-Up and Talking PBs with #TeamRunPB athlete Matt Miller 1:08:06

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In this episode, coaches Chris Armstrong (and Zacca Newman kick off with a race report from Chris's Sweat Vs Steam 10k. Chris finished in a solid 37:37, but recounts the chaos of the starting pack where he "was getting absolutely swamped, elbowed, kicked in the back of the legs by people who confused the 10K with an 800". His biggest challenge, how…

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In Memory: Nita Woodson 36:42

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This week's episode is a special episode, honoring a friend who passed away in 2018. Juanita Woodson was a Burns Church staple. In this episode, you'll hear a special interview conducted by Charlie Dauphin where she tells of her life, family, and faith. She talks about making her own toys from clay, some memorable childhood spankings, and love at f…

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EP271: #teamrun2pb athlete Interview Mel Townsend on the Track-to-Trail Conversion and Finding Flow. 58:57

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This week on Better With Running, RUN2PB athlete Mel Townsend joins Chriso and Zacca for a discussion on her incredible versatility. Mel's running career began as a high school star before she transitioned to the US collegiate scene, competing for Northern Arizona University (NAU).We hear about her college running days and now transitioning to the …

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Stephen and Julia Pate: Ministry of Presence 1:12:07

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Matthew welcomes special guests Stephen and Julia Pate for a two-for-one conversation that spans the Dateline (literally, they're in Japan!). Stephen, a Navy Chaplain, and Julia, a Navy Pharmacist, share their incredible journey from the Bible Belt to a battleship, experiencing military life in Okinawa, Pearl Harbor, and beyond. They pull back the …

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EP270: Coach Forest Robinson on Valencia Prep, and Coaching Life 1:17:20

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In this week's episode of the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman welcome back fellow Run2PB coach Forest Robinson for an honest and detailed conversation about navigating high-volume marathon training and his coaching time at Run2PB so far. Chris talks through his week and offers a sincere apology. After years of good…

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Angela Moore: How Hard Could It Be? 1:04:21

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Get ready for an episode that proves the most ambitious endeavors start with the simplest of questions: "How hard could it be?" Meet Angela Moore, the self-proclaimed "Turkey in Chief" of the Given Gobble 5K, Dickson County's massive Thanksgiving Day race benefiting the local Help Center. What started as the dream of a few runners at church has mus…

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EP269: Brady Threlfall, Sweat vs. Steam, and Jess Willis's Melbourne Marathon PB 1:17:29

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The legendary Brady Threlfall returns to the podcast alongside Chris and Zac for a massive episode! Special guest Brady Threlfall joins the boys to discuss treating his first significant injury (hip and pelvis stress reaction) as a much-needed mental and physical 'reset' to his plans to come back stronger. Plus, Brady gives a full, behind-the-scene…

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Jessa Gossett: 25 Hours 1:00:44

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"I prayed every night for 32 weeks for a happy and healthy baby. And I got everything but that." What happens when a prayed-for joy becomes an unexpected trauma? In this deeply honest and vulnerable episode, Jessa Gossett shares the story of her daughter, Addie. An emergency C-section at 32 weeks brought Addie into the world, but the effects of an …

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Todd Steen: a Cascade of Events 41:16

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The 5.8 Centimeter Catalyst: From Wild Youth to Spiritual Wisdom Todd Steen was "10 foot tall and bulletproof" as a young man. As an adult, he became a relentless questioner, demanding to know why God allows things to happen. His perspective was shattered by an unexpected medical "cascade": a series of events starting with a sore shoulder that led …

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Josh Gann: From the Dentist...to the Dealer...to a Director 1:00:41

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Josh’s story began at the dentist's office and progressed through military service, PTSD, opioid addiction, and a DEA drug trafficking indictment. He shares the chilling story of hitting rock bottom, being "rescued, not arrested" through incarceration, and the pivotal moment in a Hope Center bedroom where the Holy Spirit changed everything. His mes…

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BWR268: Melbourne Marathon Recap: The Triumph and Trials 1:13:36

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman dive into a comprehensive Melbourne Marathon special, reflecting on the huge turnout of over 105 Run2PB athletes on the road. The episode features candid interviews with two athletes who achieved phenomenal success despite huge challenges. First, Liam Beecroft breaks…

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EP267: Andy Buchanan on Setbacks and the Road to Valencia 1:06:33

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman are joined by Australian marathon record holder, olympian r and fellow Run2PB coach, Andy Buchanan, for a Melbourne Marathon race week special. Chris shares his latest training, detailing a 72km week capped off by a challenging progression session (2 x Mile, 2 x 800m…

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Chazz Jackson: From Waffle House to Worship 49:33

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EP266: Gardener by Day, Marathoner by Debut - Chris Hillhouse Run2PB Athlete 1:05:20

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his week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman are joined by returning guest Chris Hillhouse, just two weeks out from his debut at the Melbourne Marathon. Chris Armstrong kicks off the show with his training update, logging a solid 75kms and crushing a 7x1km session with reps dropping into the 3:19/km range, Retur…

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EP265: #RUN2PB ATHLETE: Jamie Soares on His 10k Breakthrough 45:58

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman are joined by Run2PB athlete Jamie Soares, an electrician, father, and a dedicated runner who just smashed his 10km PB over the weekend. He has been coached by Brady Threlfall since January and he shares his unique journey, detailing how he balances his demanding job…

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EP264: James Telford: Breaking Down the Runner's Mentality, Injury, and Communication 52:56

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman are joined by returning guest and Run2PB coach, physiotherapist James Telford, for a deep dive into the most challenging part of an athlete's journey: injury. Chris shares his personal update, having a solid 73km week which included a key workout and a 90-minute long…

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EP263: Coach & Athlete: The Berlin Blueprint - Inside Rory Flanagan's Marathon Prep 1:15:38

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman are joined by athlete Rory Flanagan and his coach, Ben Stolz, for an insightful conversation on marathon preparation. The main interview features Rory Flanagan, who is in the final stages of his build for the Berlin Marathon. Rory and his coach, Ben Stolz, discuss th…

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EP262: From 3:27 to 2:48: Unpacking Mitch Wilson's Marathon Transformation 59:04

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman sit down with Run2PB athlete Mitch Wilson to unpack his incredible marathon breakthrough at the Sydney Marathon. The hosts open with their own updates, with Zac returning from his time in Sydney and Chris sharing his plans for the half on the weekend. Mitch shares hi…

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EP261: The "Silly O'Clock" Runner: Dale Fuda - The Fruit Shop Marathoner. 57:29

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, we welcome a true community legend, Dale Fuda! Dale, a marathon runner and fruit shop owner, has taken his marathon PB down to an impressive 3:36. Run2PB coach Brady Threlfall describes Dale as someone who "would give the shirt off his own back," a testament to his recent act as a courier, delivering me…

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EP260: Andy Buchanan's Road to World Champs 1:25:32

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Hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman are joined by returning guest and Australian record holder, Andy Buchanan. This week, we dive into Andy's post-Gold Coast Half Marathon recovery, his groundbreaking heat training in Cairns, and his mental and physical preparation for the World Championships in Japan. Andy also recaps his impressive race record a…

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EP259: Run2PB Athlete Charles Jacobson's Gold Coast Marathon & Injury Prevention with Coach & Physio James Telford 1:07:16

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Welcome to Episode 259 of the Better With Running podcast! Hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman are joined by 2 guests, run2pb athlete Charles Jacobson and run2pb coach and physio James Telford. Firstly, Hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman kick off the episode with personal updates. Chris shares a difficult week, logging only 30km as he battles an…

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EP258: Run2PB Coach Jonny Squire on Pacing, PBs & Berlin Goals! 1:04:39

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Welcome to Episode 258 of the Better With Running podcast! Join hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman as they recap their own training weeks before sitting down with returning guest and Run2PB coach, Jonny Squire. Hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman kick off the episode with personal updates. Chris shares his experience at the Albert Park 10km, whe…

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EP257: Meet Forest Robinson - New Run2PB Coach - Hear his running journey and coaching goals. 1:03:24

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Join hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman introduce new Run2PB Coach Forest Robinson. Chris shares his consistent 65km week, focusing on easy efforts due to post-cross-country fatigue, and looks forward to racing the Albert Park 10km. Zac also provides an update on his return to running, making solid progress with coach James Telford, building his …

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EP:256 Madeline Heiner's New Goals & Meet #Run2PB athlete Isaac Oppenheimer's 3 x Nauru Record Holder 1:13:00

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This week's Better With Running podcast, Episode 256, kicks off with hosts Chris Armstrong and Zac Newman sharing their recent running adventures. Chris details his 58km week of easy runs, humorously describing the XCR 10km in Ballarat as the "flattest XC course" he's experienced, despite its "greasy surface" where he wished he could've worn spikes…

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EP255: Chasing Sub-3 at Gold Coast: Liam Brandt's Marathon Triumph & Unfiltered Recap 1:19:41

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The latest Better With Running podcast delves into the recent Gold Coast Marathon weekend, with co-host Zac Newman sharing his on-the-ground observations of the vibrant atmosphere, the massive number of participants exceeding 38,000 across all events.. Chris Armstrong, viewing from Melbourne, celebrated the impressive performances of Run2PB athlete…

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Andy Buchanan Interview : Conquering the Gold Coast Half Course, Defying Doubt & The Path to World Champs 1:04:15

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In this special Bonus Interview, Zacca sits down with Run2PB Coach Andy Buchanan to break down his big weekend where . celebrated back-to-back Gold Coast Half Marathon titles, and now holds the record for the fastest half marathon on Australian soil (1:01:08) (0:00 - 3:10) Introduction Andy candidly reflects on a challenging period post-London Mara…

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Gold Coast Ready: Race Week Wisdom with Matt Davy & Nutrition Deep Dive with Liam Beecroft 1:26:42

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This week's "Better With Running" podcast prepares listeners for the Gold Coast Marathon, featuring Run2PB coach Matt Davy and returning guest Liam Beecroft. Matt Davy offers crucial advice for race week, emphasizing that feeling "sluggish" or having "dead legs" during the taper is a normal and positive sign that the body is adapting and strengthen…

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EP252 Breaking Barriers: Cecylia Garcia's Remarkable Running Progress with Guy Walters 1:00:01

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In this weeks episode, we have a #teamrun2pb coach and athlete interview. Meet Cecylia Garcia who joined Run2PB in 2022, having a background as a soccer player who started running during COVID-19 to maintain fitness. Initially, she aimed for a sub-40 minute 10k and a 90-minute half marathon. Her interest grew with Strava segments in 2020 and listen…

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EP251: Pounding the Pavement, Hitting the Beat: John-Paul Caligiuri's Running Rhythm 1:02:58

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The latest "Better with Running" podcast featured an insightful interview with John-Paul Caligiuri, a dedicated runner who recently achieved a personal best of 16:05 in the Albert Park 5km. John-Paul shared details about his extensive running journey, which spans approximately 15 years of consistent effort. During this time, he's amassed an impress…

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EP250: Beyond the Finish Line - Liam Brandt on Training and Ambition 1:09:33

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In our 250th episode of the Better with Running Podcast! We celebrate this milestone, with a special duo from the run2pb team: dedicated athlete Liam Brandt and his coach, James Telford. In this interview, we explore Liam's running journey, from his humble beginnings in the sport to his impressive progression and training ahead of his debut at the …

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EP249: Chasing Sub-3: Matt Ridgewell's Marathon Journey 1:06:34

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In this episode of the Better With Running Podcast, hosts Chris and Zac start the show by touching on listener feedback and a recent incident highlighting poor track etiquette amidst the current "running boom." Chris updates on his elliptical training as he recovers from injury, hoping for a gentle return to running soon, while Zac details his own …

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EP248: The "Sos" Factor: Andrew's Running Journey, Community, Connection, and a Buffalo Bandit 1:02:48

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This episode of Better With Running kicks off with an update from host Chris Armstrong on his calf strain, sustained in a work incident. While still recovering and not yet running, Chris shares his positive progress and hopes for a return to activity soon, The main focus then shifts to a compelling conversation with Andrew "Sos" Sostheim, an integr…

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EP247: From Footy Oval to Fast 12K: Chris Hillhouse's Inspiring 'Why' , plus a marathon around a lighthouse? 1:12:17

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Join us on Better With Running as Chris recounts a training week of highs and lows – the Subi Run, and then an unfortunate calf injury that'll keep him from XCR. Some shout-outs to some fantastic Run2PB race results from past guests. Then, prepare to be inspired by Chris Hillhouse He'll share his journey from humble time trials around a school foot…

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EP246: Andy Buchanan's Perspective on Race Selection & Listener Q's 1:34:51

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This episode of Better With Running dives deep into the realities of elite running with insights from Australian Marathon Record Holder, Andy Buchanan, talking candidly after his 11th place at the London Marathon. Andy unpacks how he felt with the result and what it was like to be at major marathon. The conversation then shifts to strategic decisio…

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EP245 – The importance of personalised coaching vs generic programs, plus @teamrun2pb interviews with Jono & Corinne 1:50:47

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Caches Chris Armstrong and Zacca Newman catch up on all things running—from the importance of personalised and individual coaching to shining a spotlight on two inspiring athletes from the Run2PB community. Chris is back into the swing of things following his Ballarat Half effort and gives us a snapshot of the past week Zacca and Chriso talk about …

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EP244: #Teamrun2pb Recap Steve's 11-Minute PB & Alice's Sub-3 Hour Marathon! 1:24:35

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This week on the Better With Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zacca Newman dive deep into the Ballarat Marathon weekend! Chris kicks things off by sharing his personal race recap, detailing his journey from pre-race nerves and invaluable advice from a friend, to his successful race execution and a satisfying 1:22:20 finish. He highlights …

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EP243: Ballarat Race Week, with #teamrun2pb athlete Jess Willis & Coach Matt Davy 1:01:10

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Hosts Chris Armstrong and Zacca Newman kick off this Ballarat Marathon focused episode. Chris provides an update on his own training, having run 44kms since the last episode and feeling better with each run. He mentions a mini-session and is looking forward to racing on Sunday, emphasizing that while he's not expecting a fast time, he aims to run a…

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EP242: Elise Beacom Returns - Ballarat Countdown & Coaching Insights 1:21:57

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This week, Chriso and Zacca are joined by returning guest and Run2PB coach, Elise Beacom. They kick things off with a chat about the recent Athletics Australia National Championships, sharing their highlights. Elise then dives deep into her training block as she prepares for the Ballarat Marathon, discussing key sessions, how her body is feeling, a…

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EP241: Josh Kelly and his journey with Run2PB & Mental Strategies with Dr. Steven Langdon 1:59:48

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This episode features two insightful guests: Josh Kelly (#teamrun2pb Athlete) Joined #teamrun2pb in 2018. Shares his personal running journey and progression. Discusses favourite training sessions, shoe choices (easy vs. race days) and navigating niggles. Reflects on his recent Run for the Kids race and experiences with coach Ned Buckell. Answer ch…

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EP240: Sam Clifford’s 13:25 PB & Stephen Van Rees’ Journey with Team Run2PB 1:37:01

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In this packed episode of the Better with Running podcast, Chriso and Zac bring you all the latest from their training weeks before diving into two exciting guest interviews with Sam Clifford and #TeamRun2PB athlete Stephen Van Rees. Special Guest: Sam Clifford This week, we welcome a rising star in Australian distance running, Sam Clifford. A memb…

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EP239: Pooja's Not-So-Lazy Lockdown: From Stay-at-Home to Marathon Runner 1:11:38

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In this weeks epiosde of Better with Running Podcast, the show starts with a recap of Chriso's 80k Week including a tough "Buchanan Fartlek" (5 sets of 4 min threshold, 1 min hard, 1 min easy) and a challenging 2-hour long run. Chriso talks us through his latest Shokz headphones and how they are a game changer for him. #TeamRun2PB Interview: Pooja …

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EP238: Coaching & Running with Jonny Squire & James Hansen 1:29:37

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca are back with 2 Run2PB Coaches to discuss their own running and coaching updates. The first guest is Jonny Squire, who recently joined the Run2PB Coaching team, the boys dive into Jonny's transition to Run2PB coach, highlighting how his physio background shapes his athlete load manageme…

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EP237: Inside Andy Buchanan's Training: London Prep & Coaching Insights 2:01:24

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This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chris hits a 75km training week, featuring a challenging 10 x 800m session on the road. He keeps building for his Half at Ballarat where he will join a large contingent of Run2PB athletes next month, Zacca received unfavorable results from his recent scan, indicating an injury setback, Chris offers up s…

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EP236: Smashing 10K PBs with Norah & Luke Millard Interview 1:31:05

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First up, Zacca and Chriso share some training updates, Chriso hits a solid 72km week, whilst Zacca is still in limbo with his return to running! Our #teamrun2pb interview this week features Run2PB OG Luke Millard. Luke's journey is a testament to the power of consistent training. Since joining Run2PB in August 2019 under the guidance of Andy Bucha…