Hard Work Doesn’t Beat Talent (Sorry)

61,000 people ran the New York City Marathon. Some of them were completely unhinged. Today I'm counting down the top 10 most unhinged moments from this year's race, from sickening signs at mile 7 to someone running the whole thing drunk, all rated on the official UNHINGED-O-METER. 🗽🏃What would YOU do for a 2027 NYC Marathon bib? Tell me below 👇

The first-ever HYROX cruise brought 2,300 fitness enthusiasts together for four days of workouts, food and community at sea. Dream holiday or fitness nightmare?We react to the internet’s best takes on the HYROX cruise, exploring the onboard workouts, buffet, social scene and cost. Is this the future of fitness holidays—or has HYROX gone too far?Would you book it? Let us know in the comments.

Are run clubs the new dating apps? I dig into why everyone’s joining a running club, how Gen Z is swapping nightlife for fitness, and whether running influencers have taken it too far.Would you join a run club for fitness or dating? Be honest below. 👇

I walked into my hotel gym in Macau and a metre away from me was a 19-year-old girl who’s taller than Shaq.I’ve just got back from NBA China, with Yao Ming at breakfast every morning, and it got me thinking: does hard work actually beat talent? I was never the most talented player on any team I played for and still got a pro contract. But I’ve also stood next to Yao Ming.We get into the science (it’s not what you think), Wemby, the most talented kid I ever played with, and whether you’re even up against your talent yet.Which gift are you drafting? Let me know in the comments.

Ironman Barcelona got cancelled the day before the race. Right call, but it left 3,300+ athletes, more than half of them first-timers, with a year of training and nothing to show for it.Which got me thinking: when did we start normalising abnormal feats? 1.3 million people entered the London Marathon ballot, people are running across Africa, and I genuinely don't know if I like running or if I just think I'm supposed to.We get into Ironman's rough 2026, what an Ironman actually costs, whether Strava is doing our running for us, and one question: would you still run a marathon if you couldn't post about it?

The Asian Games has medals for Pokémon, breath-holding kabaddi, and gravity-defying sepaktakraw—but is it actually bigger than the Olympics?On this episode of The Abnormal Show, I compare the Asian Games and the Olympic Games, from athlete numbers and medal tables to prize money, national pride, and the value of an Olympic medal. Along the way, discover why China dominates the Asian Games, how Indonesia pulled off a badminton comeback, and what Pokémon Unite is doing in a medal event.With unusual sports, esports, wild incentives, and a few questions about what really makes a competition prestigious, this is a light-hearted look at the Asian Games vs. the Olympics—and why both matter. Which would you choose: Asian Games gold or Olympic bronze? Share your pick in the comments.

Welcome to The Abnormal Show! After almost 12 months off, WE ARE BACK! But this time with a brand new look 😎Kimi Antonelli is looking on track to become the youngest EVER F1 World Champion in 2026 at just 20 years old, which got me thinking...Who is the Greatest 20 Year Old Athlete of All Time? 🤔Do you agree with my Top 3? Let me know in the comments!

Dean Karnazes is one of the most iconic endurance athletes in history — and in this episode, we dive deep into the mind and body of a man who has pushed human limits further than almost anyone alive.Dean has run 350 miles nonstop, completed 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 days, raced across deserts, glaciers and mountains, and continues to take on extreme challenges well into his 60s. But behind the world records and the headlines is a story about purpose, identity, resilience, and what it really takes to keep going when every part of you wants to stop.Subscribe on YouTubeFollow Pete on InstagramFollow Dean on Instagram

In today’s episode, I sit down with Damien Fitzpatrick — former pro rugby player and CEO/Founder of Pillar Performance — the company redefining how athletes think about micronutrition.We break down the real science behind recovery, why most people take supplements incorrectly, and how micronutrition can change your energy, sleep and performance. Damien also shares the untold story of building Pillar, working with elite athletes, and what he’s learned about discipline, consistency and long-term health.Whether you’re training for a marathon, trying to recover faster, or simply want to understand which supplements actually work, this episode will completely change the way you approach performance and wellbeing.Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AeqJQT...Follow Abnormal on IG: / abnormalpod Follow Pillar Performance on IG: https://www.instagram.com/pillarperformance_/

Siobhan Haughey just won gold at the National Games — but her story started long before the headlines.In this conversation, recorded just after the Paris Olympics, Siobhan opens up about the real life behind being Hong Kong’s most decorated athlete. She talks about the mental toll of elite sport, what it feels like to carry a city’s expectations, and how she stays grounded while constantly chasing progress.We also talk about her path from the University of Michigan to Olympic medals, her views on psychology and pressure, and what life might look like after swimming.This is a rare, honest look at what it takes to perform at the highest level — and how to stay human while doing it.Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AeqJQTJVTfiOeo0tn09Aa?si=c140875205b349faFollow Abnormal on IG: / abnormalpod