#173 -Where Does Your Marathon Entry Fee Actually Go?

She’s back! Fresh off an epic double-header in the United States, Lucia Banco returns to the studio to give us the complete recap of her back-to-back runs at the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C., and the iconic New York City Marathon!What does it take to tackle 84.4km across two world-class events in just two weeks? In this episode, the Marathon Mates roll out the red carpet to hear all about the course atmospheres, logistical highlights, crowd energy, and the lessons learned along the way. Plus, Tony drops in with an essential Tony’s Tip on how to properly respect your post-marathon recovery!What’s In This Episode:Welcome Home Lucia: Catching up after her massive U.S. running adventure.The Marine Corps Marathon: Why they call it "The People's Race" and what makes running through D.C. so special.The NYC Marathon Experience: Navigating the electric five-borough party from the Verrazzano Bridge to Central Park.Back-to-Back Strategy: How to pace, fuel, and physically handle running two marathons in two weeks.Tony’s Tip: Something different to remember and recover.Love our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected]

Welcome back to The Flying RuNR Podcast, where this week we’re talking about something that hurts runners almost as much as the final 10 kilometres of a marathon: paying the entry fee. We love racing. We love the atmosphere, the crowds, the medals, the shirts and that feeling of standing on a start line with thousands of other slightly nervous people. But sometimes the price attached to that experience makes you stop and think: Where on earth is all this money going?Well, today we’re going to find out. We’re pulling apart the anatomy of a race entry and looking at what it actually costs to stage a one of the biggest running events here in Australia - The Gold Coast Marathon Weekend. From road closures and traffic management, timing, medical support, insurance, venues, toilets, hydration, medals, shirts, equipment, staffing and plenty more that most runners never see. So before we complain about the price of our next race entry, let’s follow the money and see exactly what we’re paying for when we step onto that start line.Love our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected]

For most runners, the goal is simple: get to the start line and cross the finish line as quickly as you can. But what happens when your body, your mind, or circumstances start telling you that today might not be the day to race? Whether it's injury, illness, burnout, family commitments, or simply knowing that something doesn't feel right, deciding not to start or not to finish can be one of the toughest calls a runner ever makes.On this episode of The Flying RuNR Podcast, we'rme tackling the often-uncomfortable topic of DNSing and DNFing. We'll chat about when it's okay to step away, how to separate smart decision-making from disappointment, and why sometimes the bravest thing a runner can do is listen to their body rather than their ego. After all, there's always another start line waiting just around the corner.Love our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected] 

The streets of New York are calling! 🏃🗽This week, we're doing things a little differently on The Flying RuNR Podcast.Tony is away at a leadership conference, and Lucia is busy putting the final touches on her preparation for the New York City Marathon. So, rather than leave you without your weekly dose of Flying RuNR, we've dug into the archives to bring you some of our best tips and advice from previous episodes to help you prepare for the Big Apple!Whether you're running New York this year, dreaming of taking on one of the world's greatest marathons, or simply love hearing about the experiences of everyday runners, this episode is packed with insights to help you make the most of your marathon journey.The New York City Marathon is more than just 42.2 kilometres. It's an experience that takes you through the heart of one of the world's most iconic cities, with incredible crowds, unforgettable sights and an atmosphere that makes race day truly special.But running NYC also brings its own challenges, from getting organised before the race to managing your energy on the course and making the most of the experience.We've revisited advice and tips from our previous episodes to help you prepare for what lies ahead.Because at Flying RuNR, we believe that running a marathon isn't just about your finish time. It's about the journey, the people you meet, the experiences you collect and the memories you bring home.This episode has an extra-special purpose, with our very own Lucia preparing to take on the New York City Marathon.While Tony is developing his leadership skills at his conference, Lucia is getting ready to put months of training into action on the streets of NYC.From all of us at Flying RuNR, we wish Lucia the very best for race day!We can't wait to hear all about the experience, the highs and lows, and what it's like to take on one of the world's most famous marathons.Go well, Lucia! Enjoy every kilometre! 🗽🏃We're finishing this week's episode with Run NYC by Your Pace & Glory—the perfect soundtrack to get you thinking about the excitement, energy and anticipation of running New York.Whether you're heading to the start line yourself or cheering on someone who is, let the music take you to the streets of the Big Apple.Because every runner has their own journey, their own pace and their own moment of glory.At Flying RuNR, we're here for everyday runners, back-of-the-pack runners, first-time marathoners and anyone who loves the adventure of putting one foot in front of the other.You don't have to be the fastest runner out there to have an amazing marathon experience.It's about finish lines, not finish times.So, get comfortable, tune in for our New York City Marathon tips, and join us as we count down to Lucia's big day!🎧 Listen now to The Flying RuNR Podcast.🗽 Good luck to everyone running New York City!🏃 Are you ready to run… Let's Go!🎧 Listen to Flying RuNR🏃 Run your race. Enjoy the journey.👟 Flying RuNR Reminder: Finish Lines. Not Finish TimesLove our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected] 🗽 Running New York City❤️ Good Luck, Lucia!🎵 Finishing on a High: Run NYC by Your Pace & Glory🏁 The Flying RuNR Philosophy

With just days to go until Lucia lines up at the iconic Marine Corps Marathon in Washington DC on 25 October, it's time to get the bags packed, the nerves settled, and the excitement levels turned all the way up. For many runners, the marathon is more than just a race. It's an adventure that starts long before the starting gun fires. From travel plans and race-week preparation to navigating the expo, collecting your bib, planning your gear, and managing those last-minute jitters, there's a lot to think about when you're taking on your first Marine Corp Marathon.On this episode of The Flying RuNR Podcast, we're diving into everything a first-time runner needs to know, from the Expo to the finish line and everything in between. We'll chat about race-morning logistics, and what to expect out on course at an event which is affectionately known as “The People’s Marathon”. Love our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected]

Every runner has a favourite distance. For some, it's the excitement and intensity of a fast 5km. For others, it's the challenge of a half marathon, the adventure of the marathon, or even the endurance test of an ultramarathon. But have you ever stopped to think about why a particular distance suits you best? Is it the distance where you perform your strongest, where your training feels most enjoyable, or the one that keeps you motivated to lace up your shoes week after week? Finding your ideal running distance is about more than race results. It's about discovering where your strengths, mindset, lifestyle and passion intersect.On this episode of the Flying RuNR our team will explore what makes a running distance the "right fit" for each of us. We'll discuss how runners can identify the distances that best match their abilities and goals, the clues hidden in our training and race performances, and how factors like age, experience, recovery, speed and endurance all play a role.🎧 Listen to Flying RuNR🏃 Run your race. Enjoy the journey.👟 Flying RuNR Reminder: Finish Lines. Not Finish TimesLove our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected]

The Chicago Marathon is one of the world's great running events — and it's about much more than the 26.2 miles.With a fast, flat course, incredible crowd support, a world-class race expo and an atmosphere that seems to take over the entire city, it's easy to understand why runners travel from around the globe to experience Chicago.Whether you're chasing a personal best, taking on your first World Marathon Major, or simply looking to soak up everything the weekend has to offer, Chicago has something special waiting for you.In this episode of The Flying RuNR, we're sharing our top tips for making the most of your Chicago Marathon experience.We'll take you through the things that can make a real difference — from navigating the Expo, transportation and accommodation, through to race morning logistics, pacing, hydration, crowd support and those crucial final kilometres before you arrive back in Grant Park.We'll also share lessons from our own experiences, practical advice to help you avoid some of the common mistakes, and those little insights that can turn a good marathon weekend into a great one.Whether you're running Chicago this year, planning a future visit, or simply love talking about all things marathon, there's plenty here to help you run smarter, enjoy race week and make the most of the Chicago Marathon experience.🏃 Chicago Marathon Race Week – How to approach the Expo, accommodation and getting around Chicago.🎒 Race Day Logistics – What to expect on race morning and how to make getting to the start as stress-free as possible.⏱️ Pacing Strategy – How to approach Chicago's fast and flat course without getting caught up in the excitement too early.💧 Hydration & Fuelling – Practical considerations for keeping yourself fuelled and hydrated throughout the race.📣 Crowd Support – What makes the Chicago crowds so special and where you can expect some of the biggest atmosphere along the course.🏁 The Final Kilometres – What to expect as you make your way back towards Grant Park and that famous Chicago finish.🌆 Making the Most of Chicago – Because the marathon experience starts well before you cross the start line.We're not elite runners. We're everyday runners who love the journey, the stories, the challenges and everything that makes running special.So whether you're chasing a PB, chasing a finish line, or simply chasing the feeling you get when you lace up your shoes...Are you ready to run?LET'S GO! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🎧 Listen to Flying RuNR🏃 Run your race. Enjoy the journey.👟 Flying RuNR Reminder: Finish Lines. Not Finish TimesLove our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected]

The Marathon du Médoc is often described as the craziest, most entertaining marathon on the planet. After experiencing it firsthand, Tara and I unpack whether it lives up to the hype.Set among the world-famous vineyards of Bordeaux, this unique event combines running, wine tasting, gourmet food, outrageous costumes and a festival atmosphere unlike anything you’ll find at a traditional marathon.In this episode we recap the full experience — from the build-up and excitement of race week through the unforgettable sights, sounds and flavours along the course. We cover the logistics, the costumes, the crowds, the wine stops and the moments that made the event so special. Whether you’re a serious marathon runner, a bucket-list traveller, or simply curious about one of the world’s most unique running experiences, this episode is packed with laughs, stories and plenty of reasons to add Médoc to your running bucket list.Timestamps2:00 – Welcome back9:00 – First round of trivia10:00 – UK Correspondent Update21:28 – Trivia 2nd round24:00 – Where is it?26:39 – Day 1: Meet & Greet / Expo34:42 – Race Day Breakdown45:00 – Post race the party continues59:00 – All over1:00:00 – Final Trivia1:02:00 – Tips1:03:00 – Next Week🎧 Listen to Flying RuNR🏃 Run your race. Enjoy the journey.👟 Flying RuNR Reminder: Finish Lines. Not Finish TimesLove our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected] 

Berlin Marathon is one of the biggest races on the running calendar, a World Marathon Major, a Six Star destination and a bucket-list race for runners around the world. But once you've got your entry, how do you actually make the most of the experience?In this episode of Flying RuNR, we take you through Berlin from arrival to the finish line, sharing our best tips, lessons and things to think about before tackling 42.2km through the German capital.In this episode we cover:✈️ Getting to BerlinA quick look at arriving in the city, getting around and why you don't want to spend your pre-race days walking every kilometre of Berlin!🎟️ The Expo & Race WeekendBib collection, the expo, the Friday night opening celebrations and how to enjoy the atmosphere without destroying your legs before race day.🍝 Carb Loading & Pre-Race PreparationWhere to eat, what to eat, making plans ahead of time and why race week is probably not the time to experiment with your diet.🍺 The Beer QuestionBerlin has a fantastic beer culture—but when should you enjoy it? We have some important advice about beer before the race and the much better idea of celebrating with one afterwards!🌅 Race MorningGetting to the start, toilets, breakfast, bag drop, staying warm and navigating those start corrals without adding unnecessary stress to your morning.🏃 The Berlin Marathon CourseIs Berlin really as fast as everyone says? We talk pacing, crowds, aid stations, fuelling and the temptation to get carried away in the early kilometres.⏱️ Cut-Offs & Running Your Own RaceImportant considerations for runners who aren't chasing a world record, including understanding the race requirements and making sure you have a realistic plan for your 42.2km.🏆 The Brandenburg Gate & Finish LineThat moment when you know you're nearly there—and why you should take a second to enjoy one of the most iconic marathon finishes in the world.🍻 After the MarathonRecovery, meeting family and friends, celebrating your achievement and, yes, finally earning that Berlin beer!🇩🇪 What to See & Do in BerlinFrom the Brandenburg Gate and Berlin Wall to museums, landmarks, food, neighbourhoods and the famous Berlin nightlife, we share some ideas for extending the marathon weekend.And finally, each host gives their ONE best Berlin Marathon tip for anyone running the race for the first time.Whether you're chasing a PB, completing another World Marathon Major, chasing your Six Star dream or simply looking forward to running through the streets of Berlin, this episode is packed with practical advice, personal experiences and a few opinions you probably won't find in the race guide.Berlin is fast. Berlin is big. Berlin is unforgettable. Now let's make sure you get to the finish line ready to enjoy it.🎧 Listen to Flying RuNR🏃 Run your race. Enjoy the journey.👟 Flying RuNR Reminder: Finish Lines. Not Finish TimesLove our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected]

We've all had those runs.The legs feel heavy. Your usual pace feels harder than it should. The motivation to get out the door has disappeared.But here's the big question:**Are you simply tired… or are you training too much?**In this episode of the Flying RuNR Podcast, we're tackling **training overload and fatigue** and exploring how runners of all experience levels can recognise when their body might be asking them to slow down.Because while consistency is important, pushing harder isn't always the answer.## 🏃 Normal Fatigue vs Training OverloadTraining can leave you tired—and that's completely normal.But what happens when the fatigue doesn't seem to go away?We discuss the difference between normal training fatigue and the signs that you may be carrying too much load, including persistent tiredness, declining performance, heavy legs and a loss of motivation.## 🔥 The Pressure to Keep TrainingWhy do runners find it so difficult to take a day off?We explore the pressure to stick to the training plan, the guilt that can come with missing a session and the fine line between building resilience and simply ignoring what your body is telling you.Because sometimes...**One missed run won't hurt your progress. Pushing through the wrong run might.**## 😴 Recovery Isn't Just About Rest DaysRecovery is more than simply putting your feet up.We talk about the role of sleep, nutrition, hydration and easy running, along with the impact that work, family commitments and everyday stress can have on your ability to recover from training.Your body doesn't always separate the stress of running from the stress of life.## 📉 Knowing When to Back OffWhat happens when your training plan says one thing—but your body is telling you something else?We discuss when it might be time to adjust your training, slow things down, reduce distance, replace a hard session with an easy run or simply take a complete rest day.Learning to adapt isn't weakness.**It's smart running.**## 🔋 Building a Sustainable Training RoutineThe goal isn't to train as much as possible.The goal is to train in a way that allows you to keep showing up.We discuss how gradual progression, easy days, planned recovery and a training plan that fits your lifestyle can help you avoid repeatedly ending up exhausted and burned out.Because sometimes doing less can actually help you achieve more.## 🎯 The Big QuestionsThroughout the episode, we ask:**How do you know when normal fatigue has become too much?****When should you push through—and when should you stop?****Could taking more rest actually make you a better runner?**## 🏁 The Flying RuNR TakeawayRunning isn't about proving how much punishment you can take.Training, recovery and rest all work together.So if your body is telling you something...**Maybe it's time to listen.**🎙️ **Running on Empty: Managing Training Overload & Fatigue**Whether you're training for your first 5km, building towards a marathon or simply trying to stay consistent with your running, this episode is a reminder that **rest isn't the opposite of training—it's part of it.**💬 We'd love to hear from you: **How do you know when it's time to take a rest day?**👟 Flying RuNR Reminder: Finish Lines. Not Finish TimesLove our music, check Out Your Pace & Gloryhttps://my.linkpod.site/YourPaceandGlory Read how CurraNz Blackcurrant extract improves performance. https://flyingrunr.com/2024/07/21/enhance-your-performance-with-curranz/ Special one-time code available to trial FLYINGRUN20Find all of our Links here - https://my.linkpod.site/flyingrunr Love our Music - Connect with Your Pace & Glory. Exciting new songs coming through. https://my.linkpod.site/YourPace-Glory This video contains no sponsored content or affiliate links.For business inquiries, please contact us at: [email protected]