Shoe Geeks - September 2025 Featuring Dan Nash

417: Burnie Ten | Valencia Half Marathon | Steve Moneghetti  This weeks episode is sponsored by The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun. Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out.    Brad does more of the same with his calf still a concern. Julian preaches the importance of warm up and drills before racing. Brady gets back into an exercise routine. 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  Steve Moneghetti joins in to briefly remember the good old days of training and marathons, why hills still pay the bills, distance running having its moment and why the Commonwealth Games still matters then chats about the growth of the Ballarat Marathon and why people should still get around it.   This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee.   Adam Goddard held off Ed Marks to take out the Australian Road Running Championship at the Burnie 10, winning in 28:36 with Brian Fay of Ireland in third. Leanne Pompeani went back to back in 31:46 to hold both the Australian Road Running and Marathon Championship in the same year, with Bronte Oates second and Holly Campbell third. Official Results   Yomif Kejelcha won the Valencia Half Marathon in a solo effort 58:02, while Andreas Almgren set an European Record of 58:41 in fourth place. Jimmy Whelan 1:01:40 the first Australian, Isaac Heyne in 1:02:13 . Agnes Jebet Ngetich won in a World Leading time of 1:03:08 Official Results   Ruth Chepngetich has been formally banned for doping violations for three years. Official AIU Statement   NYC Marathon fields updated with the addition of Keninisa Bekele. Canadian Running Magazine   Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au   Moose on the Loose loses his tolerance of low quality humour, then there’s Whispers about Strava dropping their Garmin lawsuit and the stories and evidence against Ruth Chepngetich.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Is there a higher risk of injury when trying on new shoes? 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/

416: Ed Marks | Amsterdam Marathon | NSW 10000m Championships This weeks episode is sponsored by The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun.  Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out.  Brad manages his calf by prioritising cross training over running. Julian rediscovers the fire for racing. Brady keeps his spirits up as Sweat Vs Steam gets closer. 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  Ed Marks joins to chat to catch up where he’s been, why he had to take time off at National Cross Championships, lining up for National Road Championships Burnie 10. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Geoffrey Kipchumba of Kenya won the Amsterdam Marathon in 2:03:30, with Joshua Cheptegei fifth in 2:04:52. Aynalem Desta of Ethiopia won in 2:17:37 ahead of compatriot Bertukan Welde. Official Results World Majors candidate race Cape Town Marathon cancelled hours before start due to severe winds overnight. Official Press Release Cicely Brown and Ed Goddard win 10000m Championships at The Crest, Bankstown. Results Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose goes on the Loose with parents burdened with travel and shoes not designed for running, while Brady goes loose on kids growing up too quick on bicarb and ultras.  The Whispers talk about a rising star set for a sponsorship deal, more news around the Melbourne Marathon course and a little info on a Melbourne Half podium winner. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week we go deep on how to keep the balance between home life and chasing high mileage. 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/

415: Caitlin Adams | Melbourne Marathon | Chicago Marathon  This week's episode is sponsored by The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun. Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out.  Julian makes progress before hitting the streets of Melbourne. Brad takes a step back on the rebuild. Brady tries to get a special guest speaker for school camp.   Caitlin Adams pops in to chat about her victory in the Melbourne Marathon, chatting about how and when she decided to step up to the marathon distance, debriefing her race performance and the support she had with her on the day and throughout her training, before taking some time to address rumours at Team Tempo.   This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Jack Rayner successfully defended his Melbourne Marathon crown, winning in a time of 2:15:01 ahead of Steve McKenna and Fraser Darcy. Caitlin Adams won in her debut marathon in 2:30:25, ahead of Sarah Klein and Milly Clark. Haftu Strintzos won the Half Marathon in 1:02:13, ahead of Zach Facioni and Toby Gualter of New Zealand. Izzy Batt-Doyle won the half marathon in a course record time of 1:08:55, with Georgia Grgec of New Zealand in second, and Sinead Diver in third. Adam Goddard won the 10k in 28:40 as did Ellie Pashley in 33:41 in her return to racing. Official Results   Jacob Kiplimo won the Chicago Marathon in a time of 2:02:23, after setting off at world record pace. Amos Kipruto and Alex Masai of Kenya rounded out the podium, while Conner Mantz set the US National Record by running 2:04:43, placing fourth. Hawi Feyesa Gejia won the Chicago Marathon in 2:14:57, ahead of Megerta Alemu and Magdalena Shauri of Tanzania, with first American Natosha Rogers sixth overall. Official Results Ed Eyestone calls for lifetime bans on doping violators via Let’s Run Paul Eyane won the Perth Marathon in 2:24:23, with Kellen Waithira winning in 2:38:50. Tim Vincent won the half marathon in 1:05:18, as Rebecca Bolster won in 1:19:31. Official Results   Athlos NYC meet featured Faith Kipyegon and Keely Hodgkinson, while flexing on their athlete payment model. World Athletics Report Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose on the Loose gives various observations on the Melbourne Marathon, while the Whispers hears talks about expansion plans for the Melbourne Marathon Festival. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, can easy runs be replaced with squad swim sessions? 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

414: Stewy McSweyn | World Para Athletic Champs | Melbourne Marathon preview  This weeks episode is sponsored by The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast  courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun.  Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out.  Julian puts on the Vomero Premium and has Melbourne Marathon flashbacks. Brad makes his way back out to Mulligans Flat. Brady keeps his spirits up as he continues his time off 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   Stewy McSweyn returns to the show courtesy of Nike to chat about his collection of running memorabilia and the difference between pacing Faith Kipyegon and Eliud Kipchoge before addressing where he’s been, reviewing his season this year and what needs to change. He chats about watching the World Champs for a change before lining up for Melbourne Half Marathon this weekend, before wrapping up with where he runs and doing speaking engagements and where he fits in amongst the future crop of talent. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Jarryd Clifford took the bronze medal in the T13 1500m and fifth in the 5000m at the World Para Athletic World Championships in New Delhi, while Annabelle Colman also scored the Bronze Medal in the T20 1500m. Angus Hinkman took the bronze medal in the T38 1500m in 3:58.19, with Reece Langdon in fourth and Ben Eppelstun in twelfth. World Para Results Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au The Whispers makes sense of Strava suing Garmin over intellectual property infringements with regards to heatmaps and segments. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbKyNJ2eo-k Whispers also try to make sense of 2:04 marathon runner Cornelius Kibet Kiplangat who was recently suspended for doping violations and his attempts to explain how it happened. AIU Decision on Cornelius Kibet Kiplagat Mozzart Sports Report Grand Slam Track gets some debt relief with investors paying athletes half of what they are owed. Canadian Running Magazine Moose goes on the Loose on wellness brands trying to cash in on the pursuit of running, before his heart warms up to the sight of runners putting in the work. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Leading into the Melbourne Marathon, what are common mistakes people make in race week? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  The boys wrap up with a preview of the elite fields of Melbourne Marathon as well as Chicago Marathon. 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

413: World Mountain & Trail Running Champs | Vitality London 10k | Training Questions  The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun. Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out. Brad keeps his rebuild indoors. Julian pitches a new type of running club. Brady takes his first week off in a stint on the sidelines.  This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Eilish McColgan notched up her third victory in the Vitality London 10k in 30:35, with Zak Muhamad winning in 29:07. Athletics Weekly Report World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in Canfranc, Spain featuring XCR regulars Nathan Pearce and Michael Kernahan contesting the Classic 14km distance. Official ITRA Results Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose on the Loose revives the classic of propping up your Strava marathon time over the official result, while Whispers follows up on some names lining up for Melbourne Marathon, as a big group seems set to disband. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, how much training load could you add with physical labour? Then, if the boys were offered a pro contract, which brand would they sign with? 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

This weeks Weekend Episode is sponsored by the 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon - The Ballot is Open. Jump onto TCS Sydney Marathon's Instagram & website to find out all the information and to register before 17 October. Visit www.tcssydneymarathon.com/ for more info.   The Shoe Geeks are back and this month joined by Exercise Physiology PhD and 2.12 marathoner, Dan Nash as they highlight shoe testing for performance. 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/

412: Tokyo 2025 World Championships Week 2 | Berlin Marathon | Tan Relays  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. Brad gets into the routine of cross training as he searches for answers on his calf. Julian recaps his experience at the Tokyo World Championships. Brady has some concerns with his lower back. 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. Geordie Beamish of New Zealand upsets Soufiane El Bakkali of Morocco in the 3000m Steeplechase Final, taking the gold medal right on the finish line in 8:33.08, with Edmund Serem of Kenya in third. Faith Cherotich of Kenya won a chaotic steeplechase Final in 8:51.59 ahead of Winifred Yavi of Bahrain and Sembo Almayew of Ethiopia. Jess Hull won the bronze medal after surviving the fast finishing Kenyan duo of Dorcas Ewoi who won silver and Nelly Chepchirchir who finished fourth, with Faith Kipyegon winning yet another championship gold medal in 3:52.15. Isaac Nader of Portugal was the winner in a tightly contested 1500m in 3:34.10, with 2022 Champion Jake Wightman second and Reynold Cheruiyot of Kenya for the bronze medal. In the 800m Peter Bol ran 1:44.15 where he was eventually unable to progress out of the heats, with Payton Craig running 1:45.44 and Luke Boyes 1:45.54. Emmanuel Wanyonyi won in 1:41.86 with Djamel Sedjati of Algeria in second and Marco Arop of Canada third. Jess Hull ran an 800m Oceania Area and National Record of 1:57.15 to advance into the Final, where Claudia Hollingsworth 1:59.50 in the semi final and Abbey Caldwell 1:58.44. Lilian Odira of Kenya won the gold medal in the final in a Championship Record 1:54.62 with Great Britain’s Georgia Hunter Bell and Keely Hodgkinson in second and third respectively, while Jess Hull ran close to her national record in 1:57.30. Beatrice Chebet won the 5000m final in 14:54.36, ahead of 1500m Champion Faith Kipyegon and Nadia Battocletti winning bronze to add to the silver from the 10000m. Rose Davies placed 10th in 15:03.61 with Linden Hall just behind in 11th in 15:04.03. Georgia Griffith ran 15:33.15 in the heats.   Cole Hocker won the gold medal in the 5000m to resolve his disqualification in the 1500m, in a time of 12:58.30 with Isaac Kemeli of Belgium winning silver with Jimmy Gressier winning bronze to add to his 10000m victory. Ky Robinson finished fast in fourth place in 12:59.61. World Athletics Results   Sebastian Sawe won this year’s edition of the Berlin Marathon, running 2:02:16 in warm conditions, well ahead of the rest of the field with Akira Akasaki of Japan in 2:06:15 and Chemdissa Debele of Ethiopia in 2:06.57. Rosemary Wanjiru of Kenya won in 2:21.05, ahead of Dera Dida of Ethiopia in 2:21:08 and Azmera Gebru in 2:21:29. Official Results   Izzy Batt-Doyle won the City Bay 12k Fun Run in Adelaide with a time of 36:54 ahead Bronte Oates and Ruby Smee. Adam Goddard was the winner of a local field in 34:06 over Isaac Heyne and Adrian Potter. City-Bay Results Rachel McGuinness and Josh Bourke won the Run Prix Half Marathon in Albert Park Melbourne, Donve Viljoen and William Little won the 10k. Run Prix Results Western Athletics sealed their Premiership of the XCR season with a win of the Men’s Premier Division Tan Relays, with Alexander Cameron-Smith recording the fastest lap in 10:53. Ballarat Region and Melbourne University rounded out the podium of the relays. Sandringham likewise cemented their Premiership with a win in Women’s Premier Division ahead of Box Hill and Western Athletics, while Bianca Puglisi of Essendon ran the fastest lap of 12:34. AthsVic Results Hub Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose goes Loose over the false start at the Men’s Marathon and Instagram podcasts publishing their hot takes for clout. The Whispers spies some names popping up for Melbourne Marathon. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, what’s changed for Australian middle distance running over the past ten years? 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

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. This week’s rerelease guest is podiatrist and rising star of the Australian running scene, Thomas Do Canto coming off his International debut at the World Half-Marathon Championships in Valencia, Spain. Tom goes through the selection process for Commonwealth Games & subsequently the World Half, how he’s dealt with the attention and preparation in the lead up and afterwards, unpacking with Brady to setting a new personal best of 64:18. They talk about the breakthrough 2:14 at Fukuoka Marathon and how it could’ve been very different as they discuss his newfound penchant for the longer races, recounting his marathon debut at Melbourne 2016 as a major highlight. Tom explains the expectations he sets on himself, the training and specific sessions that goes into races, gives his views and observations on the footwear industry as a podiatrist before plans for the future and advice on giving the necessary life balance.

Day 5 with Moose, Krisso and Ellie as they recap the Men's 1500m final and Women's Steeple before previewing the Women's 5km and 800m heats.  You can sign up for full episodes at www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast

Day 4 with Crokes, Jeffa and Jye as they recap the Momen's 1500m final and Men's 800m heats. You can sign up for full episodes at www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast