Sydney Marathon Preview - Live from the Brooks Hyperion Houseboat

2 x Olympian, Olympic Semi Finalist, Sub 15 minute 5km runner and silver medalist at the recent Australian Cross Country Champs, Jenny Blundell is this weekend's interview. Thanks to ASICS for sponsoring this weekend show. Shop the ASICS Tokyo Collection, Experience Premium Running Comfort and performance with their newest models, MEGABLAST and SONICBLAST. Visit asics.com.au or visit your running speciality store 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/

410: World Championship Team Announcement | Burnley Half Marathon | Asics Megablast & Sonicblast review  This weeks episode is sponsored by Precision Fuel & Hydration,  their free online planner has you covered! It calculates exactly how much carb, sodium, and fluid you need to smash your goals. Listen to the show for an exclusive discount. Brad keeps his calf safe ahead of some upcoming scans. Julian returns to the show from the successful Road to Sydney. Brady gets back into it to keep the Bats alive. 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!   This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Australian Athletics officially announce the team headed for the World Championships in Tokyo Japan, commencing on Saturday 13th September. Women’s Team: 800m: Abbey Caldwell, Claudia Hollingsworth, Jessica Hull 1500m: Sarah Billings, Linden Hall, Jessica Hull 5000m: Rose Davies, Georgia Griffith, Linden Hall 10000m: Izzi Batt-Doyle, Lauren Ryan 3000m Steeplechase: Amy Cashin, Cara Feain-Ryan Marathon: Sarah Klein, Tara Palm, Vanessa Wilson Men’s Team 800m: Peter Bol, Luke Boyes, Payton Craig 1500m: Cameron Myers, Adam Spencer, Jude Thomas 5000m: Seth O’Donnell, Jack Rayner, Ky Robinson 3000m Steeplechase: Ed Trippas Marathon: Liam Boudin, Andy Buchanan, Tim Vincent Official Press Release Tune in for the promotion with Axil Coffee where the boys pick who will star and who will arrive at the Tokyo World Championships. Jude Thomas ran 3:31.87 for second in the 1500m at Trier, Germany, with Jack Anstey behind in 3:33.93. Jack Rayner ran 7:44.47 for third in the 3000m, Sarah Billings ran 1:59.78 in the 800m ahead of Georgia Griffith in 1:59.83. Rose Davies and Izzi Batt-Doyle tested the legs in the 1500m running 4:08.19 and 4:17.79 respectively World Athletics Results   Tom Bowers won the XCR Burnley Half Marathon in 1:05:35 in warm and windy conditions, just holding off Harry Norman and Ben Chamberlain. Western Athletics were the winning team in the Premier Division ahead of Box Hill and Melbourne Uni. Donve Viljoen was the winner in 1:15:03 with invitational athlete Erika Florez second, Rachel McGuinness third and Olivia Twining fourth across the line. Box Hill won the Premier Division this round ahead of Melbourne Uni and South Melbourne AthsVic Results Hub  Yared Nuguse and Gracie Morris take out a star-studded field at 5th Avenue Mile in Manhattan, New York City. NYRR Results Sinead Diver and Stewy McSweyn announced to line up for this year’s Melbourne Half Marathon. https://www.instagram.com/p/DN6pgx5DTNR/?hl=en  Japanese-based Kenyan Alex Mutiso and compatriot Sheila Chepkirui win the Great North Run in Manchester, England. Official Press Release Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au The boys review the newly released Asics Sonicblast and Megablast, plated cushion trainers that are new additions to their Blast range, going through the specs and how it feels on the run. Moose analyses what’s on the boy’s algorithms while Brady calls out dumb things heard on other podcasts. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Should recoveries be kept to the flat, or can they be done over hills? 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/  

Join Leanne Pompeani, Nick Earl and Julian Spence as they recap their experiences and races at the 2025 Sydney Marathon in which Leanne became the Australian Champion.  You can support our podcast and listen to this whole series plus over 180 other bonus episode at www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Thanks to ASICS for sponsoring this weekend show. Shop the ASICS Tokyo Collection, Experience Premium Running Comfort and performance with their newest models, MEGABLAST and SONICBLAST. Visit asics.com.au or visit your running speciality store    

409: Sydney Marathon | Zurich Diamond League Final | Tom Do Canto & Ellie Pashley  This weeks episode is sponsored by Precision Fuel & Hydration,  their free online planner has you covered! It calculates exactly how much carb, sodium, and fluid you need to smash your goals. Listen to the show for an exclusive discount. Ellie Pashley keeps an eye on Sydney during the long run. Brad gingerly restarts his running and makes a call for the rest of the year. Brady recaps his experience on the streets of the Sydney Marathon. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Hailemaryam Kiros of Ethiopia won the Sydney Marathon in an all-comers record of 2:06:06, just holding off compatriot Addis Gobena, with Eliud Kipchoge finishing 9th place. Haftu Strintzos was the first Australian to win the National Marathon Championship in 2:11:27, ahead of Tom Do Canto second in 2:13:25 and Brett Robinson third in 2:15:00. Sifan Hassan sets the all-comers record in 2:18:22 ahead of Brigid Kosgei. Leanne Pompeani was the first Australian to cross in 2:24:47 the fastest on Australian soil, with Jessica Stenson second in 2:28:56 and Lisa Weightman third in 2:29:34. Zach Facioni and Jenny Blundell each won the 10k event. Tom Do Canto joins the show to recap his performance and the atmosphere on his way to second place to the Australian Championship. Official Results https://runnerstribe.com/latest-news/records-fall-as-sydney-marathon-steps-onto-global-stage-hassan-and-kiros-lead-the-charge/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMhBu9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHghqVsel0MBk6suj8kenvHbe-36kHrxwObYwQXz2avjtMAxlN7s4T7ZEb8XO_aem_m9L3-Hic6aUIt9C-XzODNQ    Jessica Hull went out hard in the 1500m final in the Zurich Diamond League but was ultimately unable to hold off winner Nelly Chepchirchir, coming second in 3:57.02 with Linden Hall finishing fast in third in 3:57.44. Sarah Billings ran 1:58.76 in the 800m, while in the women’s 3000m Georgia Griffith ran 8:41.36 for fourth place with Rose Davies running 8:46.11. Niels Laros won the 1500m in a Dutch National Record of 3:29.20, while Jimmy Gressier was the surprise packet winning the 3000m in 7:36.78. Zurich Diamond League Results   Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Crokes on the Loose unloads on niche world records getting airtime while the Whispers wait around the official World Championships selection, as well as Andy Buchanan dealing with a significant injury in the lead up to Tokyo. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week’s question is “What are your strategies for staying motivated during solo runs?” 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/ To donate and show your support for the show: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9K9WQCZNA2KAN

Tune in to hear our Sydney Marathon Preview live from the Brooks Hyperion Houseboat on Sydney Harbour.  The boys also review the the Brooks Hyperion Max 3 and Hyperion Elite 5 and chat with Brooks athlete Leo Peterson.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com    

408: Cam Myers | National Cross Country Championships | Lausanne & Brussels DL  This week's episode is sponsored by Precision Fuel & Hydration,  their free online planner has you covered! It calculates exactly how much carb, sodium, and fluid you need to smash your goals. Listen to the show for an exclusive discount. Cam Myers guest hosts to share his season on the European circuit and his training in the lead up to the World Championships in Tokyo. Brad prioritises recovery this week. Brady feels the intensity increase with a double threshold session. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. On a rainy Lausanne Diamond League, Claudia Hollingsworth ran 1:58.81 in the 800m. In the B race, Catriona Bisset ran 2:01.18 and Bendere Oboya ran 2:03.22. Jack Rayner ran 13:31.22 in the Men’s 5000m with Isaac Kimeli winning in 13:07.67. Lausanne Diamond League Results Linden Hall second in Brussels Diamond League 3:56.33 PB, just behind winner NIkki Hiltz in 3:55.94. Neils Laros won the Men's 1500m in 3:30.58, while Agnes Ngetich won the Women’s 5000m in 14:24.99. Brussels Diamond League https://runnerstribe.com/latest-news/australian-athletes-shine-at-brussels-diamond-league/    Bronte Oates led from the start to win her first National Cross Country Championships at Victoria Park, Ballarat. Jenny Blundell placed second for NSW, with Georgia Hansen third for Victoria. In the women’s team competition New South Wales were the winners, followed by Victoria and Queensland in third. Zach Facioni won the National Championship making a break in the final stages of the race, with Aiden Veltan and Matt Buckell representing Victoria rounding out the podium. Victoria won the Men’s Teams, with NSW in second and the ACT in third. Moose joins as a correspondent reporting on the results and vibes of the day. Official Results https://runnerstribe.com/latest-news/facioni-and-oates-claim-breakthrough-wins-at-2025-australian-cross-country-championships/    Abbey Caldwell came second in the B 800m in 1:58.02, with Georgia Griffith running 1:59.22 and Tess Kirsop-Cole breaking two minutes in 1:59.95. Lauren Ryan won the 1500m in 4:03.79, Maudie Skyring ran 4:04.51 for third place. Jack Anstey ran 3:34.23, Oli Hoare ran 3:36.45 with Narvre Nordas of Norway winning in 3:30.26 Results via World Athletics xNew York Marathon Elite Fields announced, Pat Tiernan NYRR Press Release Enjoy 50% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP50 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Whispers makes note of athletes preparing for the heat of Tokyo, as well as some absences to be made around the Sydney Marathon. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Is there a right way to do strides and are they important? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Check out the IRP socials to get onto the events, panels and activations around the Sydney Marathon weekend - featuring a free beer from Better Beer. Len Johnson comes on to chat about his upcoming book “Past Times of Changing Champions” with Brian Lenton and John Gilbert, compendium of the training and running of the modern era. 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/ To donate and show your support for the show: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9K9WQCZNA2KAN

Catch up on the latest in the running shoe world with Moose, Nitta and TDC in their August edition of Shoe Geeks. YT Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/c6TNljK066Y  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/

407: Jess Stenson | Silesia Diamond League | Chicago Marathon Elite Fields  This weeks episode is sponsored by Precision Fuel & Hydration,  their free online planner has you covered! It calculates exactly how much carb, sodium, and fluid you need to smash your goals. Listen to the show for an exclusive discount. 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 Jess Stenson guests hosts to share some of her preparations ahead for Sydney Marathon Brad plays the games of snakes and ladders as he manages his calf. Brady gets a big session done before hitting the chalk. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Claudia Hollingsworth ran 1:57.67 to set the new 800m National Record at the Silesia Diamond League, with Abbey Caldwell running 1:57.70 also under the old record. Catriona Bisset, the previous national record holder, ran a season best of 2:00.64 with the race won by Keeley Hodgkinson in 1:54.74. Linden Hall ran 3:56.69 in the 1500m for a personal best by .01 of a second and Sarah Billings running 4:05.78, with Guduf Tsegay of Ethiopia winning in 3:50.62. Faith Kipyegon ran the second fastest 3000m of all time in 8:07.04, with pacing from Jess Hull. Rose Davies ran 8:36.53, with Lauren Ryan running a 8:37.56 Personal Best and Georgia Griffiths a 8:40.08. Cam Myers was in a tightly packed finish to run 3:33.82, with Oli Hoare running 3:34.40 with Yared Nuguse winning in 3:33.19. Silesia Diamond League Results Seth O’Donnell leads gun to tape to win the 5000m in 13:18.48 at Motonet GP 5000m in Oulu, FInland to move up in the World Rankings. World Athletics Results Chicago Marathon announce Elite Fields, including defending champion John Korir, half marathon world record holder Jacob Kiplimo and American Olympian Conner Mantz. Official Press Release Georgia Griffith won the 1500m in 3:58.25 at the Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix Payton Craig 1:44.24 800m, Jackson Sharp 7:36.42 and Stewy McSweyn 7:43.60 in the 3000m World Athletics Results Enjoy 50% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP50 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Whispers the Road to Sydney yields a sponsorship deal, then Brady on the Loose unleashes on the petty discourse around the Sydney Marathon. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, the question is “should you train faster than your marathon pace to adjust the GPS watch measurement?” 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/ To donate and show your support for the show: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9K9WQCZNA2KAN

In a new episode, the Inside Running Podcast welcomes back Australian Olympian Ed Trippas, who recently broke a 32-year-old national steeplechase record. Trippas discusses his career since last appearing on the show in 2021, including his time at Princeton and the University of Washington, turning pro, and his recovery from a recent injury. He shares details about the record-breaking race and his mindset going into it. Trippas also talks about his training with fellow athletes like Zach Fazzioni and the supportive dynamic with his teammate and competitor, Ben Buckingham. He looks ahead to the World Championships and outlines his preparation, including heat training and specific sessions to sharpen his skills.   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/

406: City2Surf & Lake Wendouree | 3000m Steeplechase National Record | Kristian Ulriksen  This weeks episode is sponsored by Precision Fuel & Hydration,  their free online planner has you covered! It calculates exactly how much carb, sodium, and fluid you need to smash your goals. Listen to the show for an exclusive discount. Kristian Ulriksen guest hosts this week and shares his training under the famed coach Renato Canova towards the Berlin Marathon. Brad gets flying out in Mulligans in a new Brooks shoe. Brady feels the form and camaraderie out at Lake Wendouree. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Isaac Heyne defended his title in winning his second consecutive City2Surf in 40:33 ahead of Sam Clifford and Tom Do Canto. Bronte Oates moved up from last year’s third place to win in the fourth fastest time ever of 45:51 ahead of Caitlin Adams and Ruby Smee. City2Surf Results Sarah Klein won the Lake Wendouree 15km in 50:55 ahead of Donve Viljelen and Rachel McGuinness. Sandringham were the winning team in the Premier Division, followed by Box Hill and Melbourne University.  Bailey Murzecki-Hince, Liam Cashin and Tom Bowers. Western Athletics won the Men’s Premier Division ahead of Sandringham and Ballarat Region. AthsVic Results Hub   Ed Trippas took the long-standing 3000m Steeplechase National Record in Oordegem, Belgium, running 8:13.15 with Ben Buckingham also going under the old record in 8:15.14, just missing the qualifier by .14 of a second, while Matt Clarke moved to #5 all time with 8:16.57.  Lauren Ryan clocked a 14:40.39 to move  to the #3 all-time in the 5000m with Maudie Skyring placing behind her in 14:51.26. Jackson Sharp ran the 5000m in 13:30.80, with Toby Gillen making his mark with a 13:16.71 Results via World Athletics Seth O’Donnell ran the #5 all time 3000m in 7:34.03 behind Andreas Almgren at the Folksam Grand Prix in Sollentuna, Sweden. Results via World Athletics Ky Robinson won the Sir Walter Miler in 3:50.80 just in front of Oli Hoare who ran 3:50.96 for second. Sir Walter Miler Results Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Brady muses on the personality of elite runners, then asks the boys for their Top 5 runners they follow, then shares his purchase of the week, the Sweat Vs Steam on November 16th in Echuca. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration.  This week Brad asks when you should do long runs in supertrainers and when you should do them in traditional shoes. Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Ashleigh Campbell, the Nike Product Line Manager for Footwear chats with Julian to talk about the launch of the Nike Vomero Plus, discussing what went into its development and working with athletes such as Conner Mantz for their feedback to steer the direction of the shoe. 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/