Welcome to the ‘In the Beginning Podcast’ – where Liam Flanagan - Triple M Radio Host and Courtney Atkinson - Olympian & Red Bull Endurance Athlete have a yarn about all things running, fitness, and life. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, have a listen for some real sports talk & a few laughs based all based around running . Recorded on the Gold Coast!
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This week, we want to join Jelly Roll’s Losers Run Club. We’ll chat about foot strikes, making XC great again, world limbo records, and the Sydney marathon winner found guilty of doping. We’ll also let you know the average global marathon time. We’ll sneak a look at another of Courtney’s journals. And we’ll do a deep dive into what some of the big running brands are up to with their marketing choices. SHOW NOTES: Jelly Roll Losers Run Club Shoe types game Do you know your foot strike? English XC...
This week, Liam gets his hands on one of Courtney’s old training journals from his teen years. We also chat about two running bibles from legends Arthur Lydiard and Rob De Castella. We dig into Strava Business data—everything from the most popular running shoes to the average run pace. Liam hasn’t tried his Chinese shoe gift yet, but he does give the new Salomon Aero Glide 3 trail shoes a spin. And yeah, we’re not loving the new Apple Watch trend—just a heads-up! SHOW NOTES: 11 year old 3000m Wo...
This week, Liam is grappling with the challenge of returning to threshold runs. Courtney discusses the delicate balance between injury and just running sore. Do you typically do your long run on Sundays? Why? Is this tradition becoming outdated? Athletics Australia Coaching weighs in on mileage, while we revisit the topic of skin folds. Journaling – it's not for everyone, so do what works for you! In gear this week we have some fun gift giving + Nike’s crazy new futuristic patent. SHOW NOTES: Mi...
Courtney gets caught red-handed stealing Strava crowns. Liam’s opening up about his skinfolds and taking us through his new 8-week challenge. We also dive into a serious question—how far would you run for a free burrito? Spoiler: it’s a true story. Then, we chat about which sports are actually good for helping you live longer, and if you’re heading to Tokyo, you might not need to pack your own gear—you can hire it there! We wrap up with some listener questions on pre-run stretching, running sock...
20.6 Bumper Stickers. Cliffy Young, and some love for the Aussie Chopperoos kick us off this week. Courtney wraps up his time in Japan with some stunning Kyoto trails, while Liam takes on the Australia Day Burleigh Swim Run Challenge. The WFT segment features stilt racing, a robot vs. man half-mara race, giant LEGO, and an event with Indiana Jones-style torches. And did you know there’s now a Contiki for runners? Show Notes: - 26.6mile the new stickers - Cliff Young - Shout out to the Chopperroo...
Courtney calls in from Japan while Liam talks about his love for fluro calf socks. We discuss some predicted 2025 running trends, Nike’s shift back to focusing on sport, and their new female cycling team. Liam shares how he's feeling good running trails, though we're not sure if he’s getting recognized as the new Gold Coast Radio guy or from In the Beginning . The WFT segment covers in-tune cycling, Sydney horse racing tracks, and wife throwing, before wrapping up with listener questions and a k...
Courtney gets a reminder of the classic: “If it’s flooded, forget it!” Liam’s kicked off his new radio show, which means he’s on pro running hours from here on in. Crocs are having their moment in marathon news, but we reckon we’ve got something to one-up ’em with some new innovation. This week’s WTF segment is all about food, with a cheeky mix of chicken and donuts. We’ll have a bit of a yarn about the ice bath trend – is it all it’s cracked up to be? And we’ll round things out with some listen...
We kick off with cricket but it's about shoes! What’s 19-year-old Konstas doing rocking green Adidas Sambas in the official PM’s photo. This sparked some yarns from Courtney’s time in Europe. Liam compares parenting to running. We chat gear: Birkenstock Recovery Clogs, Oakley Hybrid Glasses, and prototype Asics. In the WTF segment, we visit Minnesota for some icy adventures before man vs horse races - leads to chat of ‘Six Foot Track’ the most iconic trail race in Australia.. We wrap up with lis...
We kick off with a quick look at a Birkenstock map of Sydney—though, oddly, no mention of Crocs? We’ve got some great listener feedback on GPS watches this week, plus a shout-out to a few of the running resolutions sent in for 2025. Liam's Updates: Liam fills us in on the progress of his new breakfast radio show, and when locals can tune in. Courtney's Recap: Courtney talks about joining the ‘Gold Coast Run Co’ on New Year's Eve for their annual tough 25 x 400m session. This got him thinking abo...
This week, we learned it’s not just marathon PB’s at risk from Strava mule cheats – legit marathon qualifying times are getting messed up too. In the WTF segment , we cover a few events that got the fellas' seal of approval, plus an influencer keeping it real and owning his actions. Liam’s got his running mojo back , so we wrap up with our New Year’s running resolutions. Courtney’s been hitting hard sessions out West and training with fast mates over Christmas. We chat racing shoe weights , the ...
This week, we’re chatting about where our running motivation is at as we head into the Christmas madness. We also put an AI training program to the test—how smart is it, really? And we’re diving into power equations in running , exploring whether they can help level the playing field and settle the debate of who’s the "better" runner, regardless of weight. Courtney’s WTF segment is a wild ride, from Simon Says games to the mystery of the "Strava Mule." Trust us, you’ll want to know what that is....
This week, Liam is finally ready to share the big news about his new Radio gig! Hint: he's coming to the Gold Coast. We dive into the growing trend of running and ask: Is it becoming too popular for its own good? Courtney returns from his trip to Victoria, bringing more of the quirky WTF event content we've come to love. Gout Gout! The hype is real, but where is this phenomenon headed next? Plus, Liam calls out for listener questions—turns out more of you are tuning in than we thought! Thanks fo...
This week, Courtney's out filming with Subaru in the Victorian Alpine Region, where he’s checking out the running hotspot of Falls Creek for the first time. Liam’s got a real-world review of the new Pegasus 41s after making an appearance at Nike’s Sunset Runout on the Gold Coast. Courtney also takes aim at some popular running tech , arguing it might be a bit of a scam—with some help from the guy behind the Norwegian Method talking on the Greg Bennett Podcast. And to wrap things up, we’re contin...
Silly season is here! Between sportsman lunches, Pro-Am golf, Christmas parties, weddings, and influencer runs, there's never a dull moment. This leads Liam to bring up the challenge of the infamous ‘Beer Mile’. Courtney shares insights into the three most unique races he’s ever competed in. We also take on the role of acting CEO at World Athletics, and once again discuss the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. And of course, we tackle the challenge of taming the infamous ‘brown snake’!
This week, we kick things off with our thoughts on the viral Mike Tyson fight on Netflix. Then, we dive into the topic of 'shitting yourself in races.' Liam shares his experience at the Friday 5km relay event on the Gold Coast. Courtney talks about his visit to a fitness conference and some of the wild energy products he discovered. We also discuss more 'Run Club' comparisons – which one would you join? And to wrap up, we share some Instagram comedy about Strava users. Show notes: World Champ pl...
This week Liam has been playing dressed up as Bluey’s dad at the Triple M office! Courtney has a whinge about randoms running on his shoulder in Sydney while in town for the Red Bull Cliff Diving event. Summer is here - we discuss the pre-morning run service station visits. Liam gives his verdict on the Salomon S-Lab Spectur 3hr marathon shoe. We announce this week’s poll results of where YOU want to run - Noosa vs Tassie. And finally main stream content creators are doing our job of pointing ou...
This week we recap our Noosa Triathlon Weekend spent with who's who of Australian sport. Propose the need for a Clydesdale Category to be introduced in Marathons. Look into the mix of top 20 race shoes at the New York Marathon and expose a home brand carbon plated run shoe. Show Notes Brayden Mercer 20 Fastest Shoes at New York Kiprun Shoe Follow @inthebeginningpodcast Follow @liamjflanagan Follow @mrcourtneyatkinson...
We're gearing up for Noosa Triathlon weekend. We give our thoughts on how the Brisbane Olympics should change in 2032. We rate recovery techniques - 'spoiler' Netflix wins! Liam talks about motivation & 'David Goggins' phenomenon. And Courtney gives Liam a shoe designed to help achieve a 3hr marathon to test. Follow @inthebeginningpodcast Follow @liamjflanagan Follow @mrcourtneyatkinson...
Courtney's back from Los Angles. Liam has a big night out at his 40th! We discuss the new Woman's Marathon World Record & a new secret illegal shoe. Courtney describes what different types of run sessions help you achieve. And this week's listener question we discuss is 'What's the ONE endurance event in Australia you have to do?' Follow @inthebeginningpodcast Follow @liamjflanagan Follow @mrcourtneyatkinson...
Courtney is in Los Angles at the Red Bull Athlete Performance Centre to find longevity in his running. Liam is running around with rocks at the bottom of Currumbin Creek. We go in-depth to discuss what qualifies as a run coach? What running cues will help YOU! The poll is in on what is the most popular Australian marathon to run in 2025. We finish with a new treadmill doing things different in a saturated industry. Follow @inthebeginningpodcast Follow @liamjflanagan Follow @mrcourtneyatkinson...
The peoples' poll is in! Liam & Courtney debate who is the best known runner in Australia - "Noise" or Performance. Headphone etiquette. We have the data to prove aerobic exercise will help you live longer. We give our take on the 3 endurance events you have to do in Australia. And confirm that Courtney can't ride a dirt bike like he can run. Link for the article - Physiology Speaking...
Co-Hosted by a Triple M Radio Host and an Olympian & Red Bull Endurance athlete. Today we chat what we've been up to this week, what the best Aussie marathon is to run? bit of footy off the back of the AFL Final and the pro training hours.
Co-Hosted by a Triple M Radio Host and an Olympian & Red Bull Endurance athlete. Today we chat what we've been upto this week, aggressive rehab techniques the rise of the running influencer and mastering negative splitting.
Co-hosted by Triple M's Liam Flanagan and Olympian Courtney Atkinson, this introductory episode reveals the unexpected genesis of their running podcast, born from bush conversations. They delve into their individual paths, from Liam's shift from footy to marathons and Courtney's accidental entry into elite running via army cadets and triathlon. The hosts also explore the broader appeal of running, its current boom on social media, and hint at future discussions on gear, training, and challenges, including Courtney's surprising lack of a straight marathon race.
