Stewart McSweyn is the Australian record holder for 1500m (3.30) 3000m (7.28) and 10,000m (27.23). Today he stops by for a chat. To join the Relaxed Running Membership visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precis...
Nov 23, 2020•56 min•Ep. 67
This week I share a full episode from the members podcast with one of Australia's best ever middle distance runners Ryan Gregson. We talk running, gym, diet, race prep, how he managed to win over his wife Gen and a whole heap more. To join the Relaxed Running Membership: www.relaxedrunning.com/join This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendatio...
Nov 17, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 66
This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration.com to get 15% off your first order. And if you have questions about your own hydration strategy or would like to know more about PH products, you can book in for a free one-to-one video cal...
Nov 10, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 65
Brodie Sharpe specialises in Physiotherapy for Runners. In this episode, we catch up to discuss some of the most common misconceptions around distance running training, gear and performance. This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration...
Nov 06, 2020•55 min•Ep. 64
James Nestor is a journalist who has written for Outside magazine, Men's Journal, Scientific American, Dwell magazine, National Public Radio, The New York Times, The Atlantic, the San Francisco Chronicle magazine, and others. His new book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art is available now: https://www.bookdepository.com/Breath-James-Nestor/9780735213616?ref=grid-view&qid=1604383313904&sr=1-3 This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Pr...
Nov 03, 2020•25 min•Ep. 63
This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration.com to get 15% off your first order. And if you have questions about your own hydration strategy or would like to know more about PH products, you can book in for a free one-to-one video cal...
Oct 29, 2020•44 min•Ep. 62
Riley Wolff is a runner, photographer, and the man behind Tempo Journals. His podcast 'Running Things' is unreal. Today we caught up to talk about all of those things. This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a personalised hydration plan and recommendations for different strength electrolytes that match how you sweat. Use the code RELAXED15 at precisionhydration.com to get 15% off you...
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 61
We are joined for a monthly conversation with two-time Olympian Dave McNeill and his Sports Psychologist Burt Gershater to speak all things running performance. If you'd like to access the full episode, you can do so by visiting the link below: www.relaxedrunning.com/join To join Burt's Mailing List - email him here: burt@burtgershater.com This episode is sponsored by Precision Hydration. Refine your hydration strategy by taking Precision Hydration's free online Sweat Test - you'll receive a per...
Oct 19, 2020•38 min•Ep. 60
Ray Boyd is a 2.13 Marathon Runner who raced against the likes of Lee Troop and Steve Moneghetti through the 90's. Through this conversation we talk about marathon training, the importance of developing endurance and how powerful consistency is. A super easy bloke to and filled with awesome insight into the sport. For the full episode join the member podcast for $5 (USD) per month: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Oct 11, 2020•24 min•Ep. 59
The Balanced Runner is headed in Melbourne by Paul Mackinnon, who lived a sporting life as a semi-professional hockey player for 15 years playing in Australia and Europe, allowing him access to high performance programs, athletes and coaches around the world. Since retiring he has developed The Balanced Runner coaching business to help athletes, utilising the philosophy that was developed largely by Lex Anderson in Canberra and further refined by Paul over the past 5 years practising as a profes...
Oct 05, 2020•59 min•Ep. 58
New Zealand's Marathon Runner and Coach Lydia O'Donnell joins us on the show today. For more from Lydia, check out her website: www.lydiaodonnell.com This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: http://rundies.com.au/ To become an RR member, visit www.relaxedrunning.com
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 57
Jessica Trengove (Stenson) is a two-time Olympian and two-time Commonwealth Games Bronze Medallist over the marathon. She joins us today on the podcast. This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: http://rundies.com.au/
Sep 21, 2020•57 min•Ep. 56
David McNeill is a two-time Olympian. Bert Gershater is his mentor/sports psychologist. 'Mentors Corner' is a chance for us to sit down with both of them and discuss the mental side of sport, competition and life. These episodes can expand well beyond just conversation about running, yet somehow running serves as a perfect metaphor for what we discuss. Would you like to become a member of Relaxed Running? Our membership gives you access to bonus podcast episodes (2-3/month), training programs fo...
Sep 13, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 55
Riley Cocks is an Australian 10,000m, Half Marathon Runner and all round good bloke! Great conversation with him on Relaxed Running this week. Enjoy. This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: http://rundies.com.au/ To start your 3-day free trial of the RR membership visit: https://www.relaxedrunning.com/join...
Sep 07, 2020•57 min•Ep. 54
Andy Blow is a Sports Scientist with a degree in Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Bath. An expert in sweat, dehydration and cramping, Andy previously worked as the Team Sports Scientist for the Benetton and Renault Formula 1 teams, and remains an adviser to the Porsche Human Performance Centre. An elite level triathlete in his younger days, Andy has finished in the top-10 of Ironman and IM 70.3 races, as well as winning an Xterra World title.It was Andy's own struggles with cra...
Aug 30, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 53
Max Stevens is the Australian 3000m Steeple Champ. He trains in Adelaide with Team Tempo under the guidance of coach Adam Didyk. This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout: www.rundies.com.au To start your 3-day free trial of the RR membership visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Aug 22, 2020•58 min•Ep. 52
Elly McLean is a sports nutritionist who is passionate about helping us fuel effectively for training, racing and healthy living. For more from Elly visit: www.nutritionelly.com This episode is bought to you by Rundies Undies Athletics Underwear. To get 25% on all your Rundies purchases, simply enter RELAXED25 upon checkout. To start your 3-day free trial of the RR membership visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join www.rundies.com.au
Aug 17, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 51
Benita Willis holds every Australian record from the 2000m all the way up to the marathon. She has competed at 4 Olympic Games, 2 Commonwealth Games and in 2003 won the World Cross Country Championships. She is one of Australia's best female distance runners of all time. She also happens to be great fun to chat with. Enjoy! To connect with her in regards to coaching, visit the link below: https://laceuprunning.com.au/ This episode of the podcast is supported by Rundies. For a 25% discount on ALL...
Aug 09, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 50
Dylan Stenson is an Australian 1.46 800m runner with plans to move up to the 1500m. After moving from Soccer to running at age 25, he's seen a rapid rise in his performance on the track. This was a great episode which looks at training right for your type, dealing with changes as an athlete, training load and racing consistency. If you'd like to become a Relaxed Running Member, you can begin your 3 day free trial at the link below: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Aug 03, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 49
David McNeill is a two-time Olympian. Bert Gershater is his mentor/sports psychologist. 'Mentors Corner' is a chance for us to sit down with both of them and discuss the mental side of sport, competition and life. These episodes can expand well beyond just conversation about running, yet somehow running serves as a perfect metaphor for what we discuss. Would you like to become a member of Relaxed Running? Our membership gives you access to bonus podcast episodes (2-3/month), training programs fo...
Jul 26, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 48
Zach Bitter is the 100 mile and 12 hour World Record Holder. In this episode we talk about everything that's required to successfully train and compete in ultra-endurance events. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to access the complete episode, as well as our constantly growing list of member only podcasts, access to our experts corner and training programs for all levels, you can join for $10/month at the link below: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Jul 19, 2020•46 min•Ep. 47
In this episode I catch up with former Australian Distance Runner and National Duathlon representative come Yoga instructor Ryan Mannix. We chat about him living and training with the best Kenyan athletes and how injury lead him to Yoga. It was a great conversation and an in depth overview as to how Yoga can benefit your running. If you'd like more, our members have access to a bonus members only podcast, experts video library, training programs and forum. You can start your 3 day free trial now...
Jul 12, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 46
In this episode I speak with 3000m Steeplechaser and Olympic 2021 hopeful Matt Clarke. We cover mindset and performance, training, his recent move from Melbourne to South Australia and a whole lot more. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library with expert guidance on building strength and reducing injury, training programs for all levels from 5km-Marathon...
Jul 05, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 45
In this episode I speak with Ultra Marathon runner Dion Finocchiaro. We cover training, nutrition, preparation and his rapid progress in the sport. If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library with expert guidance on building strength and reducing injury, training programs for all levels from 5km-Marathon, community forum and much more. Join now: www.relaxedr...
Jun 28, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 44
Dean Huffer is a running Physiotherapist based in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode we cover: - Running injury rates - Most common running injuries - Major risk factors, Danger signs - Importance load management - Strength training for distance runners - Plantar heel pain research - Altitude Physiology If you're enjoying the podcast and would like access to our membership, you will get exclusive access to our bonus podcast episodes (2-3 per month), a constantly growing video library with exp...
Jun 21, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 43
Dejen Gebrselassie spent the first 11 years of his life as a refugee who fled Ethiopia to live in Sudan. Today he's running for Australia and pursuing the Olympics next year over the 10,000m and Marathon.
Jun 14, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 42
There's more to running than just running. In this episode I sit down with two-time Olympian Dave McNeill and his Sports Psychologist Burt Gershater to discuss how the two of them have worked together to overcome the most difficult times in Dave's life and running career. It's a great conversation with two great bloke. To join the membership and get access to our bonus podcast, training videos and programs visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
Jun 07, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 41
Adelle Tracey is a British 800m athlete with her eyes set on the Tokyo 2021 Olympics. We cover training, racing, overcoming discomfort and finding her tortoise (that will make more sense soon). Become a Relaxed Running Member to access bonus podcast episodes and access our growing library of experts guiding your through running specific exercise. We also have training programs for beginners, intermediate and advanced from 5km-Marathon. Only $5/month. www.relaxedrunning.com/join
May 31, 2020•57 min•Ep. 40
In this episode we have a sneak peak at 5 of our most popular member only podcasts. Get full access to these full episodes plus everything else at: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
May 24, 2020•47 min•Ep. 39
This episode we're joined by 2.09 Marathon runner and former Australian 5000m record holder Lee Troop. Lee shares his thoughts on all things around training, mindset and improvement in the sport, as well dealing with the difficult times in his career as an athlete and coach. To become a Relaxed Running member visit: www.relaxedrunning.com/join
May 17, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 38
