Start Up and Running

Ange McDonald and Peta Brisbane
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Weekly

This is the Start Up and Running Podcast - the running podcast for business owners looking to level up their business and their running. Each week, we explore how the discipline and stamina required to be a successful runner can directly translate into success for your business. From running tips and training strategies to business insights and growth hacks, we've got you covered. Whether you're a marathon runner or just lacing up your shoes for the first time, you're in the right place. Get ready for engaging interviews, practical advice, and plenty of inspiration to keep you moving forward.

  1. 5 days ago

    087 - DNFing and DNSing races

    In this episode of the Startup and Running Podcast, Ange and Pete dive into the reality behind DNFing and DNSing races and the emotions that come with making those decisions. Pete shares an honest update after a brutal stretch of flu in the family, which has disrupted training and forced a rethink of Sydney Marathon goals. Ange reflects on her own return to running through run/walk intervals, the role of strength training, and what it means to rebuild confidence after injury.Together, they explore how running often mirrors life: the pressure to follow through, the challenge of managing expectations, and the humility it takes to accept when the right decision is to step back. From marathon ambitions to parenthood, recovery, and the realities of limited sleep, this is a thoughtful and encouraging conversation about progress, resilience, and giving yourself permission to adjust the plan.Whether you’re training for a race or just trying to stay consistent, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the strongest move is knowing when to pause. Follow Ange on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @startupandrunning_au, or email at ange@startupandrunning.com.au   Follow Peta on Instagram @petanutrunner  Spoil yourself or the runner in your life with running accessories from our favourite Aussie running companies (affiliate links): TARKINE - https://www.tarkine.com/ANGELA16836 - use code ANGELA16836 to get 20% off your order RECC Active - https://reccactive.com.au?sca_ref=6940308.wKkVRKj9Do2 - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RUNLY - https://runly.com.au/startupandrunning - use code STARTUPANDRUNNING to get 25% off your order VERT NUTRITION - https://vertnutrition.com.au - use code STARTUP to get 15% off your order ON PEAK HATS - https://onpeakhats.com.au - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RELE FOOTWEAR - https://relefootwear.com.au - use code STARTUP15 for 15% off your order RE GLASSES -https://reyourrun.com.au?bg_ref=yD1l6ayuTe - use code STARTUP10 for 10% off your order

  2. 28 July

    086 - Life without running

    In this episode, Ange and Peta discuss the struggles of not being able to run when you have come to rely on it as your physical and spiritual aid, and some techniques that Ange has been implementing to make life bearable.  Follow Ange on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @startupandrunning_au, or email at ange@startupandrunning.com.au   Follow Peta on Instagram @petanutrunner  Spoil yourself or the runner in your life with running accessories from our favourite Aussie running companies (affiliate links): TARKINE - https://www.tarkine.com/ANGELA16836 - use code ANGELA16836 to get 20% off your order RECC Active - https://reccactive.com.au?sca_ref=6940308.wKkVRKj9Do2 - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RUNLY - https://runly.com.au/startupandrunning - use code STARTUPANDRUNNING to get 25% off your order VERT NUTRITION - https://vertnutrition.com.au - use code STARTUP to get 15% off your order ON PEAK HATS - https://onpeakhats.com.au - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RELE FOOTWEAR - https://relefootwear.com.au - use code STARTUP15 for 15% off your order RE GLASSES -https://reyourrun.com.au?bg_ref=yD1l6ayuTe - use code STARTUP10 for 10% off your order

  3. 17 July

    085 - You should run a marathon and other running BS

    In this episode, Ange and Peta discuss the BS around running a marathon, whether you should run one and how to do it in a way that’s more fun. Plus we get an update on Peta’s injury ahead of Sydney Marathon. Follow Ange on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @startupandrunning_au, or email at ange@startupandrunning.com.au   Follow Peta on Instagram @petanutrunner  Spoil yourself or the runner in your life with running accessories from our favourite Aussie running companies (affiliate links): TARKINE - https://www.tarkine.com/ANGELA16836 - use code ANGELA16836 to get 20% off your order RECC Active - https://reccactive.com.au?sca_ref=6940308.wKkVRKj9Do2 - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RUNLY - https://runly.com.au/startupandrunning - use code STARTUPANDRUNNING to get 25% off your order VERT NUTRITION - https://vertnutrition.com.au - use code STARTUP to get 15% off your order ON PEAK HATS - https://onpeakhats.com.au - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RELE FOOTWEAR - https://relefootwear.com.au - use code STARTUP15 for 15% off your order RE GLASSES -https://reyourrun.com.au?bg_ref=yD1l6ayuTe - use code STARTUP10 for 10% off your order

  4. 9 July

    084 - 777 Challenge complete - First reflections

    SUPPORT ANGE’S 777 CHALLENGE HERE: https://asf.org.au/campaigns/parkrun/bravehearts-marathon-777--powered-by-parkrun In this first episode since the 777 Challenge, Ange shares her initial reflections - what went well, what went wrong and how she’s feeling about the whole challenge. Follow Ange on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @startupandrunning_au, or email at ange@startupandrunning.com.au   Follow Peta on Instagram @petanutrunner  Spoil yourself or the runner in your life with running accessories from our favourite Aussie running companies (affiliate links): TARKINE - https://www.tarkine.com/ANGELA16836 - use code ANGELA16836 to get 20% off your order RECC Active - https://reccactive.com.au?sca_ref=6940308.wKkVRKj9Do2 - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RUNLY - https://runly.com.au/startupandrunning - use code STARTUPANDRUNNING to get 25% off your order VERT NUTRITION - https://vertnutrition.com.au - use code STARTUP to get 15% off your order ON PEAK HATS - https://onpeakhats.com.au - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RELE FOOTWEAR - https://relefootwear.com.au - use code STARTUP15 for 15% off your order RE GLASSES -https://reyourrun.com.au?bg_ref=yD1l6ayuTe - use code STARTUP10 for 10% off your order

  5. 26 June

    083 - 10 things to remember for Ange’s 777 Marathon adventure

    SUPPORT ANGE’S 777 CHALLENGE HERE: https://asf.org.au/campaigns/parkrun/bravehearts-marathon-777--powered-by-parkrun In this final episode before the 777 Challenge begins, Ange shares the ten things she wants to remember before stepping onto the start line: that she doesn't have to prove anything, that this journey began with a simple yes, that community and generosity have carried her here, and that being present and grateful matters more than chasing a finish time. She reflects on the nerves, the excitement, the people behind the challenge, and why Bravehearts and parkrun mean so much to her. This episode is a heartfelt reflection on what the journey has already taught her and a reminder that the real success of the 777 Challenge isn't just seven marathons—it's courage, connection, and showing up for something bigger than yourself. Follow Ange on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @startupandrunning_au, or email at ange@startupandrunning.com.au   Follow Peta on Instagram @petanutrunner  Spoil yourself or the runner in your life with running accessories from our favourite Aussie running companies (affiliate links): TARKINE - https://www.tarkine.com/ANGELA16836 - use code ANGELA16836 to get 20% off your order RECC Active - https://reccactive.com.au?sca_ref=6940308.wKkVRKj9Do2 - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RUNLY - https://runly.com.au/startupandrunning - use code STARTUPANDRUNNING to get 25% off your order VERT NUTRITION - https://vertnutrition.com.au - use code STARTUP to get 15% off your order ON PEAK HATS - https://onpeakhats.com.au - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RELE FOOTWEAR - https://relefootwear.com.au - use code STARTUP15 for 15% off your order RE GLASSES -https://reyourrun.com.au?bg_ref=yD1l6ayuTe - use code STARTUP10 for 10% off your order

  6. 17 June

    083 - Fundraising reflections

    SUPPORT ANGE’S 777 CHALLENGE HERE: https://asf.org.au/campaigns/parkrun/bravehearts-marathon-777--powered-by-parkrun In this week’s episode, Ange and Peta’s give a life update, and we chat about what we’ve learned from fundraising $15,000! Follow Ange on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @startupandrunning_au, or email at ange@startupandrunning.com.au   Follow Peta on Instagram @petanutrunner  Spoil yourself or the runner in your life with running accessories from our favourite Aussie running companies (affiliate links): TARKINE - https://www.tarkine.com/ANGELA16836 - use code ANGELA16836 to get 20% off your order RECC Active - https://reccactive.com.au?sca_ref=6940308.wKkVRKj9Do2 - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RUNLY - https://runly.com.au/startupandrunning - use code STARTUPANDRUNNING to get 25% off your order VERT NUTRITION - https://vertnutrition.com.au - use code STARTUP to get 15% off your order ON PEAK HATS - https://onpeakhats.com.au - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RELE FOOTWEAR - https://relefootwear.com.au - use code STARTUP15 for 15% off your order RE GLASSES -https://reyourrun.com.au?bg_ref=yD1l6ayuTe - use code STARTUP10 for 10% off your order

  7. 2 June

    082 - 777 Challenge Q&A

    SUPPORT ANGE’S 777 CHALLENGE HERE: https://asf.org.au/campaigns/parkrun/bravehearts-marathon-777--powered-by-parkrun In this week’s episode, Ange answers Peta’s and your frequently asked questions about her 777 Challenge. Follow Ange on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @startupandrunning_au, or email at ange@startupandrunning.com.au   Follow Peta on Instagram @petanutrunner  Spoil yourself or the runner in your life with running accessories from our favourite Aussie running companies (affiliate links): TARKINE - https://www.tarkine.com/ANGELA16836 - use code ANGELA16836 to get 20% off your order RECC Active - https://reccactive.com.au?sca_ref=6940308.wKkVRKj9Do2 - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RUNLY - https://runly.com.au/startupandrunning - use code STARTUPANDRUNNING to get 25% off your order VERT NUTRITION - https://vertnutrition.com.au - use code STARTUP to get 15% off your order ON PEAK HATS - https://onpeakhats.com.au - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RELE FOOTWEAR - https://relefootwear.com.au - use code STARTUP15 for 15% off your order RE GLASSES -https://reyourrun.com.au?bg_ref=yD1l6ayuTe - use code STARTUP10 for 10% off your order

  8. 27 May

    081 - Productivity Pitfalls

    SUPPORT ANGE’S 777 CHALLENGE HERE: https://asf.org.au/campaigns/parkrun/bravehearts-marathon-777--powered-by-parkrun In this week’s episode, Ange and Peta discuss the pressures of being “productive” and how to do everything when society tells you that certain tasks are more valuable than others. Follow Ange on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok @startupandrunning_au, or email at ange@startupandrunning.com.au   Follow Peta on Instagram @petanutrunner  Spoil yourself or the runner in your life with running accessories from our favourite Aussie running companies (affiliate links): TARKINE - https://www.tarkine.com/ANGELA16836 - use code ANGELA16836 to get 20% off your order RECC Active - https://reccactive.com.au?sca_ref=6940308.wKkVRKj9Do2 - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RUNLY - https://runly.com.au/startupandrunning - use code STARTUPANDRUNNING to get 25% off your order VERT NUTRITION - https://vertnutrition.com.au - use code STARTUP to get 15% off your order ON PEAK HATS - https://onpeakhats.com.au - use code STARTUP15 to get 15% off your order RELE FOOTWEAR - https://relefootwear.com.au - use code STARTUP15 for 15% off your order RE GLASSES -https://reyourrun.com.au?bg_ref=yD1l6ayuTe - use code STARTUP10 for 10% off your order

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This is the Start Up and Running Podcast - the running podcast for business owners looking to level up their business and their running. Each week, we explore how the discipline and stamina required to be a successful runner can directly translate into success for your business. From running tips and training strategies to business insights and growth hacks, we've got you covered. Whether you're a marathon runner or just lacing up your shoes for the first time, you're in the right place. Get ready for engaging interviews, practical advice, and plenty of inspiration to keep you moving forward.

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  • Creator
    Ange McDonald and Peta Brisbane
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    96
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ange McDonald and Peta Brisbane
  • Show Website
    Start Up and Running

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