Interview: Madeline Heiner (rerelease from 2018)

This weekend’s interview is powered by Shokz, the leading open-ear headphone brand. Meet OpenRun Pro 2, their flagship bone conduction sports headphones, delivering stunning sound for your training. Enjoy a comfortable, secure fit whether you’re running, cycling or hitting the trails, with an open-ear design that helps you stay aware of your surroundings. Plus, sweat and water resistance means they’re ready for your next workout. Check it out via the link in our show notes and use IRP15 for an exclusive $15 AUD discount. https://shokz.com.au/collections/all?utm_source=andrea_irp&utm_medium=podcast    In this re-release interview from 2018, straight off her win at Bundoora XC, our guest this week is Madeline Hills, who catches up with Brad and looks back on her career as a junior, starting with Kembla Joggers. She talks about her retirement from running and her motivation to return, training with Adam Didyk and advice on returning from a break. Madeline recounts the tense lead-up to the Rio Olympics, where she placed 7th in the Steeplechase, before going into the necessity of balancing running with work in your life. Madeline closes with what her training currently looks like and future goals.   Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

Moose conducts this special Interview with Elliott Heath Nike, the Running Senior Footwear Expert on the latest Nike Innovation. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

465: Berlin Marathon | Nike After Dark Tour | The Importance Rest Days Listener Offer: NordVPN has partnered with the Inside Running Podcast to offer you an amazing discount, head over to nordvpn.com/insiderunning to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months on top! Brad’s logging steady lactate before getting into some gardening. Julian escapes a wave of household sickness. Brady’s running kids birthday parties and adding strides.   This week's running news is presented by Precision Fuel & Hydration, they make it simple with a free online planner, visit precisionhydration.com and get your numbers.   Tigist Assefa of Ethiopia won the Berlin Marathon in 2:11:04 despite suffering a ruptured tendon in the final kilometers, ahead of compatriots Beratu Hirpa and Dera Dida. Guye Adola of Ethiopia won in 2:02:50 ahead of Gemechu Diriba and Gabriel Geay of Tanzania. Results   Donve Viljoen won the Nike After Dark Half Marathon ahead of Sinead Diver and Xiaoyu Yin. Results   Whispers wonders when the Melbourne Marathon is going to release the elite fields and lament the withdrawal of Jack Rayner. Moose goes on the Loose on performative outrage, then how hungover do you have to be considered Kook or Core.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. How often should you take a full rest day?  Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

464: World Road Running Championships | Geelong Running Festival | City Bay This episode is brought you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, a proud supporter of the Inside Running Podcast, it keeps us fuelled on our long runs and races. Brad pulls out another controlled week. Julian starts to spring into the warmer weather. Brady also starts to pick up post-marathon. IRP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It’s an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning This week's running news is presented by Precision Fuel & Hydration, they make it simple with a free online planner, visit precisionhydration.com and get your numbers.   Agnes Ngetich set the Women’s Only World Record as she won the Half Marathon in 1:05:15 at the World Road Racing Championships Half Marathon in Copenhagen, Denmark. Veronica Loleo of Kenya and Florence Niyonkuru of Rwanda. Rebecca Lowe ran a personal best of 1:11:08, while Ruby Smee ran 1:13:31 and Donve Viljoen ran 1:13:43. Andreas Almgren set a European Record of 58:06 in winning over Nicholas Kipkorir and Joshua Cheptegei. Ed Marks 38th 61:50, Haftu Strintzos 50th 62:25 Liam Boudin 69th 63:22 Rose Davies won the bronze medal in the Road 5K in 14:50 behind winner Likina Amebaw of Ethiopia in 14:41 and Caroline Gitonga. Georgia Griffith placed seventh in 15:01. Ky Robinson placed fourth in the 5k in 13:04, as Dawit Seare outkicked Jakob Ingebrigsten to win in 12:56. Oli Hoare set a new National Record in the Road Mile running 3:53.65 to place sixth behind winner Robert Farken of Germany in 3:51.80, with Jude Thomas running 3:54.92. Agathe Guillemot of France won the Women’s Road Mile in 4:22.74 in a European record, Linden Hall was seventh in 4:29.36, Sarah Billings ran 4:32.68 World Athletics Results   Colm Fitzgerald and Sarah James are the inaugural winners of the Geelong Marathon. Liam Adams won the half marathon in 1:05:26, Brooke Williams won in 1:19:53. Results Jaylah Hancock-Cameron won the Run Prix 10k in 33:10 over Zoe Melhuish and Stella Radford. Logan Janetzki won the 10k main event in 29:19 over Dale Carroll and Luke Hince. Results   City Bay 12k was won by Matt Ramsden in 34:31 over  Tom Do Canto and Liam Cashin, while  Izzi Batt-Doyle won in 37:11 ahead of Tara Palm and Caitlin Scott. Fraser Darcy and Alicia Taylor won the half marathon. Results https://www.instagram.com/p/DdfjQfzp77S/    The Whispers around Melbourne Marathon starts to trickle in the announcements of the headliners then debates whether Ky or Rose has had the better season and whether Jack Rayner’s okay. Moose on the Loose spots a massive red flag in running marketing and whether the GOAT should make way for the locals. Kook or Core asks about the correct utility of supershoes and race start etiquette.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. When should I bring in speed work after a marathon?  Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

This episode is brought you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, a proud supporter of the Inside Running Podcast, it keeps us fuelled on our long runs and races. Brady sits down with Dr. Lindsey Hunt, Senior Sports Scientist at Precision Fuel & Hydration, for a deep dive into the science behind race-day performance. Dr. Hunt breaks down evidence-based strategies around carbohydrate loading, optimal caffeine timing and dosing across different marathon paces, and the often-overlooked power of sodium pre-loading to protect blood volume on race day. The conversation also explores heat training, including practical hot-bath and sauna protocols, and why even "mild" race-day temperatures can push core temperatures to surprising highs, making heat adaptation a game-changer for runners at every level. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

463: Ultimate Championship | XCR Tan Relays | Great North Run This episode is brought you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, a proud supporter of the Inside Running Podcast, it keeps us fuelled on our long runs and races. Brad keeps things consistent. Julian's continues to bounce along both in Torquay and Geelong. Brady finds out the hard way why you don’t hesitate with a midweek special. IRP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It’s an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning This week's running news is presented by Precision Fuel & Hydration, they make it simple with a free online planner, visit precisionhydration.com and get your numbers.   Cam Myers ran 3:29.68 to finish just behind Josh Kerr at the Ultimate Championship 1500m in Budapest, Hungary. Ky Robinson ran bravely before finishing the 5000m in 13:04.09 as Jakob Ingebrigsten pulled away to win 12:59.24. Sarah Billings ran 1:58.89 in the 800m Final won by Audrey Werro in her breakout season. Abbey Caldwell ran 3:58.64 to place 6th in the 1500m with Jess Hull ninth in 3:59.97 as Klaudia Kazmierska won in 3:57.55 to hold off Georgia Hunter-Bell. Jess Hull then backed up to place second in the 5000m in a personal best time of 14:32.39, behind winner Likina Amebaw while Rose Davies ran 14:35.64 to place sixth. Results via World Athletics   Knox were the surprise winners of the Men’s Premier Division of the XCR Tan Relays to end the season, beating Ballarat Region and Mentone, while Seth O’Donnell ran the fastest lap of the Tan in 10:30. Sandringham remained true to form to win the Women’s Premier Division ahead of Western Athletics and Melbourne Uni. Katherine Dowie ran the fastest lap of the day in 12:36 AthsVic Results Hub    Adam Spencer came third in the 5th Avenue Mile in New York City, behind American winner Marco Langon and Jake Heyward of the UK, with Oli Hoare and Jack Anstey both running 3:54. Jemma Reekie of the UK won the women’s race in 4:14 ahead of Josette Andrews and Rachel McArthur. NYRR Results   Zahair Talbi of the US won the Great North Run 59:47, while Brigid Kosgei won in 1:06:15 Results    Callum Davies won the Bridge 2 Brisbane 10km in 29:15 over Lachlan Moore and Jordan Skelly, while Alexandra Lyndon won in 33:07 over Richelle Hill and Tyla Lumley. Results   Tom Do Canto and Abigail Nordberg won the NSW Half Marathon Championships. NSW Athletics Report   Whispers clarifies where Jimmy Whelan’s heading to, then Brady’s confused over the mathematics of influencer posts. Moose lays down the law on walking in the end of the long run, then Kook and Core discusses Strava use   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. How do you help new runners build confidence?  Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

This weekend episode is a sneak peak of some of our patreon extra elite content and is powered by Shokz, the world leading open-ear headphones pioneer. You'll hear 20mins of the latest episodes of: Road to Somewhere with Ellie Pashley, Leanne Pompeani and Nick Earl. The OG Monthly with Krisso from Norway and Toby the Bad Boy Menday. And, Shoe Geeks with Moose, TDC and Nitta.  If you want to support the podcast and get access to bonus content, you can do so at: www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast to subscribe or purchase one of eps.  Meet the brand-new OpenRun Air 2, a great entry point into open-ear sports headphones, offering everything most runners need at an accessible price. Stay connected to your surroundings while running and cycling, with a lightweight, balanced fit designed for comfortable training. Check it out via the link in the show notes and use IRP15 for an exclusive $15 AUD discount. Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

462: Diamond League Final | Burnley 15k | QK Running review This episode is brought you by Precision Fuel & Hydration, a proud supporter of the Inside Running Podcast, it keeps us fuelled on our long runs and races. Brad gets into the routine with lactate measurement. Julian backs up the Sydney Marathon with a week of sickness and the Burnley 15K. Brady takes the measured approach post-Sydney Marathon.  IRP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It’s an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning This week's running news is presented by Precision Fuel & Hydration, they make it simple with a free online planner, visit precisionhydration.com and get your numbers.   Cam Myers won the Diamond League Final in Brussels in 3:30.14 to outlast Phanuel Koech, Ethan Strand and the rest of a top eight to finish within one second. Jess Hull finished third in the 1500m in 3:54.73 behind Klaudia Kazimierska of Poland and Dorcas Ewoi, while Abbey Caldwell ran 3:57.19. Audrey Werro once again held off Femke Bol with a victory of 1:54.75 in the 800m as Sara Billings ran 1:59.99. Rose Davies ran a season best 14:37.47 in the 5000m with Frewanyi Hailu winning in 14:35.20 while Georgia Griffith also ran a season best of 14:38.69 and Linden Hall ran a personal best of 14:40.62 Diamond League Results   Adam Spencer set a new National Road Mile Record, running 3:53.83 for second in Düsseldorf with Jude Thomas third in 3:54.12 and Jack Anstey fifth in 3:55.56. Maudie Skyring placed fourth in the 5k in 15:40 with Olga Firsova seventh for 16:27. World Athletics Results   Donve Viljoen won the Burnley 15K in 51:47 ahead of Stella Radford and Saskia Lloyd. Sandringham won the Premier Division ahead of South Melbourne and Box Hill. Seth O’Donnell won in 44:23 ahead of Liam Cashin and Ben Beischer. Melbourne Uni were the winning Men’s Premier Division ahead of Sandringham and Box Hill. AthsVic Results Hub    The boys review the latest tights and singlet from QK Running, particularly the utility in their Elastic Monster tights range. Whispers hears confirmation that an elite will be doing the Sydney-Melbourne double, Brady’s on the Loose over useless graphics then Moose asks whether it's Kook or Core to cheer on your competitors and tuck your shirt in.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Can you race yourself into fitness?  Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

The biggest buzz at the London Marathon this year wasn’t just the racing, it was around Nomio. It’s a performance shot used by athletes like Cole Hocker and Conner Mantz. Nomio is used before their key sessions and races, whether it’s breaking the American Marathon record or getting WC gold in Tokyo. If you want to check it out yourself, it’s at drinknomio.com and if you’re in Australia or New Zealand, you can find it at Aid Station, and over at The Running Company. n this episode of the Inside Running Podcast, Crokes sits down with European record holder and World Championship medallist, Andreas Almgren — They open with a look back at the historic Sweden vs. Finland "Finnkamp" track match, which goes down to the wire. Andreas then reflects on his European 10,000m title and his transition from the 800m to double threshold training. He explains what week of training looks like during the base phase and his go to race specific sessions. From there, the talk turns to his upcoming marathon debut in New York. Other topics of conversation include, heat and altitude training, race day warm ups and his recent book launch. The episode ends with a lighthearted debate about which race victories are the most prestigious. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast

461: LIVE from Sydney Marathon featuring Ellie Pashley and Andy Buchanan with thanks to Shokz Brad returns to routine before playing a big part in the broadcasting team. Julian recaps his race experience at the Sydney Marathon with his friend Brett. Brady overcomes a dodgy neck to get a good view of Ellie's run.   This week's running news is presented by Precision Fuel & Hydration, they make it simple with a free online planner, visit precisionhydration.com and get your numbers.   Ellie Pashley won the Australian Marathon Championship, crossing the line in 2:28, and joins the boys onstage to recap her race. Milly Clark was second Australian, with Caitlin Scott third. Andy Buchanan first Australian across the line in 2:10:14 to win the national championship, with Tim Vincent second in 2:13:54 and Liam Boudin third in 2:14:58. Andy also joins the stage and recaps his race day and his mindset in approaching this marathon. Addisu Gobena was the outright winner in a course record time of 2:04:42, while World and Olympic Champion Peres Chepchirchir won in 2:18:31. Sydney Marathon Results   Cam Myers ran 7:27.97 at the Zurich Diamond League behind Parker Wolfe in a Meet Record time of 7:27.43. Audrey Werro ran a Diamond League Record of 1:53.70 with Jess Hull running 1:58.24 and Sarah Billings running 1:59.70. Cole Hocker won the 1500m in 3:31.71 over Phanuel Koech and Yared Nuguse. Diamond League Results   Moose on the Loose is fraught about mixing politics with sport as well as moralizing directly to athletes, then opens up Kook or Core to the audience. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Are two 90-minute runs with bike sessions enough to run a good 5k/10k?  Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ or follow us on Instagram: @insiderunningpodcast