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This episode of the Sweat Elite podcast delves into recent interactions with athlete Luke Hugo Fry and his preparation for the Boston Marathon, including his feedback on the podcast's take on his training. The hosts discuss the implications of Strava usage and social media for athletes, emphasizing the mental aspects of training comparisons. The episode also highlights content creator influences, comparing runners' unique training styles like Hugo Fry's authentic approach against Ben is Running'...
Train with Matt: https://sweatelitecoaching.com/matt-fox/ Private Podcast Feed + Discord: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Contact: matt@sweatelite.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Strava Training Log: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Matt shares updates and insights on the podcast, including decisions on returning to YouTube and the importance of flexibility in content planning. He discusses recent digital detox strategies, highlighting the benefits of reduci...
In this episode, Luke and Matt discuss the unexpected use of their video snippet by runfluencer Truett Hanes and delve into the nuances of various running influencers like Ben is Running, Hugo Fry, and Rory Linkletter. They critique the content and strategies of these athletes while touching on the psychological aspects of training and race preparations. The episode also includes updates on the Sweat Elite podcast format changes and highlights engaging Instagram posts and their relevance to runn...
In the first public podcast episode of 2026, the hosts reflect on their journey on the private podcast feed and outline their plans for the public feed. Emphasizing the growing influence of running content creators across YouTube, Instagram, and other social media platforms, they discuss their aim to highlight resources that are genuinely beneficial to their own training and racing. The episode features an in-depth conversation about several popular running influencers, including Team Makou, Ror...
In this episode of The Sweat Elite podcast, hosts Luke and Matt dive into marathon statistics for the year 2025, analyzing the strongest nations and the fastest races. They discuss the sub-2:10 performances for men and sub-2:25 for women, highlighting the dominance of Kenya, Ethiopia, and Japan. Alex Yee's impressive 2:06:38 at the Valencia Marathon is also examined, with an in-depth look at his training from Strava. The episode touches on the concept of elite versus sub-elite marathon times, th...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Luke and Matt discuss the recent Valencia Marathon and California International Marathon. They highlight notable performances, with a focus on elite athletes such as Phil Sessman and Alex Yee, and explore their training methods and race executions. Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukean...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Luke and Matt discuss various aspects of running and training. They reflect on the insights shared by Victor in the previous episode, focusing on his heat training regimen and its implications. Luke shares his own challenges and skepticism regarding heat training, considering his personal experiences. Matt and Luke delve into common pitfalls in runners' training, the importance of listening to the body, and how to strategically approach race prep...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, Matt welcomes guest Victor Smångs. Victor, a dedicated runner who started running seriously at the age of 33, shares his journey from his beginnings in ice hockey to achieving impressive running times. He discusses his rigorous training routine, including double threshold workouts, lactate measurements, and challenges he's faced along the way, such as injuries and personal life disruptions. The duo also delve into Victor's experiences with marathons, p...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Matt and Luke explore the intricacies of motivation and mental toughness in running. They discuss specific strategies to enhance motivation, like joining a running group, setting clear goals, and employing tactics such as the '10-minute rule' and 'run the mile you're in.' The conversation also delves into the concept of mental toughness, emphasizing the importance of emotional control, pacing discipline, and commitment to training plans. The duo ...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Matt and Luke discuss the timely topic of who is the greatest male distance runner of all time, prompted by Eliud Kipchoge's recent announcement regarding his competitive future. The conversation delves into the careers of Kipchoge, Kenenisa Bekele, and Haile Gebrselassie, examining their achievements, consistency, longevity, and overall impact on the sport. They also touch on the dominance of East African runners in distance running and speculat...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Matt and Luke discuss the New York Marathon, focusing on the exciting men's race that featured a photo finish between Benson Kipruto and Alexander Mutiso. They delve into Kipruto's broader ambitions of winning all seven major marathons and reflect on the different strategies and mindsets elite runners employ. The episode also highlights the performance of notable athletes like Joel Klecker and debut runner Charles Hicks in the men's race, as well as He...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Matt and Luke discuss several key topics in the running world, including the three-year doping ban of Women's Marathon World Record Holder Ruth Chepngetich by the AIU. They review notable performances from the recent Valencia Half Marathon and delve into Luke's updated training regime and blood test results post-Chicago Marathon. The episode also covers the Olympic qualifying standards for US marathoners, highlighting the differences in criteria ...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Matt Fox and Luke Keogh delve into an in-depth analysis of Conner Mantz's training plan leading up to his American Record over the Marathon recently at the Chiacgo Marathon, highlighting his approach to recovery, lack of traditional periodization, and consistent long run strategies. They also answer listener questions about marathon training strategies addressing specifics on high-volume training, the nuances of weight loss related to marathon pe...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Matt Fox and Luke discuss Luke's experience at the recently concluded Chicago Marathon. Luke shares his struggles, including a tough decision to drop out due to physical and mental challenges. The episode delves into the importance of pushing through adversity and finding positives, even when races don't go as planned. They also analyze professional race results, offering critical insights into performances by notable runners such as Conner Mantz and R...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Matt announces a couple of open positions for personalized coaching at the Sweat Elite Coaching Academy: ttps://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Joining him is colleague Luke, who shares his thoughts and concerns about the upcoming Chicago Marathon amid fluctuating weather forecasts. Despite feeling less excited due to a tough summer of training, Luke remains determined to give it his all on race day. The episode delves into Luke's race shoe ch...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Matt Fox and Luke Keogh discuss Luke's preparation for the upcoming Chicago Marathon, including the specifics of his tapering strategy and final workouts. They delve into marathon pacing models, debating the merits of negative splits, even pacing, or banking time, and consider the pros and cons of major marathons versus smaller races for serious runners. The conversation also touches on the psychology of marathons and why runners are drawn to thi...
In this episode of The Sweat Podcast, hosts Luke and Matt provide a detailed review of the recent World Championships held in Tokyo, covering various track events from the men's and women's divisions. They delve into standout performances, discuss the implications of some controversial incidents, and consider the potential future impact of the Enhanced Games, an event allowing athletes to compete without doping restrictions. The episode also includes a brief recap of the Berlin Marathon, highlig...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast's 'Training Talk', Luke and Matt dive into the excitement of the World Athletics Championships. They discuss standout performances like Susanna Sullivan's impressive marathon lead and the unexpected outcomes in the men's and women's marathons. The conversation also touches on the 1500m and the dramas surrounding disqualifications, including Cole Hocker's DQ and Jakob Ingebrigtsen's surprising failure to advance from the heats. Additionally, Luke and Mat...
Luke and Matt dive into the concept of training to effort rather than pace, using real-life examples from athletes preparing for upcoming marathons like the Berlin and Chicago Marathons. They discuss the impact of heat and humidity on training, and how adjusting efforts can lead to better performance. Luke shares his personal experience of transformation from last summer's challenging training to his current peak condition. The hosts also explore the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in runni...
Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: matt@sweatelite.co In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Luke and M...
Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: matt@sweatelite.co In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast hosts Luke ...
Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: matt@sweatelite.co In this episode of The Sweat Elite Podcast, hosts Luke...
Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, the hosts return after a five-month hiatus ...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast: Matt and Luke detail the unexpected five-month hiatus of the podcast, driven by Matt's surreal experience of being detained in Japan. Matt recounts how he was arrested at Osaka airport for bringing half a gram of THC (an ingredient in cannabis) into Japan and the subsequent four and a half months he spent in a Japan dealing with the situation. The podcast delves into the legal procedures, the isolation, and the impact on his personal and professional l...
Chirine Njeim recounts the extraordinary feat of completing seven marathons on seven continents in seven days, highlighting the intense travel logistics, unique recovery methods, and mental resilience required. She discusses her fueling strategies and how the body adapts to such extreme demands. Beyond this epic challenge, Chirine also shares her future running goals, including working with Ryan Hall and aiming to break her sister's national marathon record, emphasizing the mental aspect of training.
Train with Matt: https://sweatelitecoaching.com/matt-fox/ Tune into the Private Podcast Feed and Join Our Discord Discussions: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Contact: matt@sweatelite.co Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 In episode 27 of the Sweat Elite podcast, Matt recounts his recent Osaka Marathon experience and the challenges that led to his dropout at 22.8km. Speaking from the mountains of Ja...
In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast's 'Training Talk,' the focus shifts from training to race-day experiences at the Osaka Marathon. Luke shares his exhilarating account of achieving a personal best time of 2:24:51, along with the challenges he faced leading up to and during race day. Matt, on the other hand, discusses his struggle with asthma and sleep deprivation, which unfortunately led to him dropping out at around the 22.8 km mark. Despite the setback, they both maintain a positive o...
Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Matt and Luke discuss their final preparations less than 24 hours before the Osaka Marathon. Recorded in Osaka,...
Globe Runners Portugal April 13-20: https://www.thegloberunners.com/portugal Train with Matt: https://sweatelitecoaching.com/matt-fox/ Tune into the Private Podcast Feed and Join Our Discord Discussions: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders/ Contact: matt@sweatelite.co Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 In this episode of the Sweat Elite podcast, Matt discusses his recent travels to Japan, his marathon tr...
