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This weeks Better with Running Podcast includes:


Chris Gears Up for Race Week: Chris dives into his taper strategy for the upcoming 10km race at Albert Park. He also shares his experience with acupuncture to improve sleep and the positive results he's seeing.
Coach/Athlete Duo Interview: Ben & Jake: The episode features Ben Stolz, a Run2PB coach, and his athlete Jake Delaney. We learn about Jake's recent decision to train under Ben and the new training sessions he's tackling in preparation for the Gold Coast Marathon. Jake offers a frank discussion about the challenges of balancing running with work and family life.
Coach's Perspective: Ben provides insights on Jake's training progress and his observations includes a segment on the "Choccie Milk Run Club" chat and listener questions answered by Chris and Ben.


Run2PB Updates: Stay tuned for updates on the Run2PB x Ernold singlets and a shakeout run at the Gold Coast Marathon.

Who Should Listen?

This episode is ideal for runners of all levels, especially those interested in:


Race week tapering strategies
Training for a marathon
Balancing running with life commitments
Coach-athlete dynamics



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This episode kicks off with Chris and Zacca sharing their recent training updates. Chris crushed a massive 98km week, including a Friday session leading into a 2-hour Saturday long run. He dives into some key workouts like 3 x 3km and 3 x 2km intervals as he preps for the Albert Park 10k. Zacca, focusing on strength training, manages to string together some longer runs, including a lap around the Tan. He also ponders his bike choice for the upcoming GCM support crew duties.

#TeamRun2PB Guest: Benji Hoppit Returns!

We welcome back Benji Hoppit (#TeamRun2PB), coached by Brady Threlfall, for his second appearance on the show (originally on episode 156 in August 2023). Benji shares exciting stories from his travels abroad for his job in high-performance elite sport. Then, he dives into his recent racing success in New Zealand, including a huge personal best in the half marathon and another PB in the 10k, where he even achieved a negative split! Benji takes us through the details of both races and unveils his training plan as he gears up to tackle the Gold Coast Marathon once again.

Food, Shoes, and Sub-4 Minute Miles

Chris throws some medium-paced questions Benji's way, including his go-to food choices while traveling and his current shoe preference. The conversation then shifts to a recent Canadian Running Magazine article exploring the potential longevity benefits of running a sub-4-minute mile.

This week on Better With Running:


Chris Takes on Hanging Rock: Chriso dives into his recent experience racing cross country (XC) at Hanging Rock. He shares details about the fun-filled journey with the Shepp Runners Club crew on a party bus, the course layout, and his personal race reflection.


Road to Recovery: Zacca & Lachlan Discuss Physio Progress: Lachlan Bromley, a senior physiotherapist from Reload Physio with a specialty in running, joins the show. He provides an update on Zacca's knee recovery journey, detailing progress since Zacca's initial clinic visit. Zacca also offers insights on his return to running.


Listener Q&A with Lachlan: Lachlan tackles listener questions on common running injuries, including Achilles tendon issues, strength work for runners, and patella tendon injuries.


Runfluencer Rundown & Hydration Hacks: The episode wraps up with Chris and Zacca discussing some of their thoughts on the current state of running influencers.



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Hosts Chris and Zacca kick things off by discussing Chris's training after Jells Park and his preparations for the upcoming Athsvic Season Round 2. They delve into the challenge of balancing feeling good with pushing yourself in training sessions.

The episode welcomes special guests Liam Beecroft, a Run2PB athlete, and his coach Josh Harris. Liam, who joined Run2PB in 2021, shares his incredible progress. With Josh's guidance, he's smashed his personal bests.

Liam and Josh discuss their recent training and Liam's impressive PB at the Ballarat Half. They offer insights into their approach and how Liam achieved such amazing results.

Chris addresses some burning questions about ellipticals, Peter Bol's training, and Zone 2 running.

In this episode, Zacca and Chriso switch up the format by bringing on two guests at the start - Jess Willis and her coach Matt Davy. They recap Jess's amazing 2nd place finish at the Ballarat Marathon with a huge new PB of 2:48:40.

Jess and Matt share insights into:


The buildup and training block leading to Ballarat
Challenges faced during the final race week
A detailed race day recap from Jess's perspective

Chris then reviews his experience running the 6km leg at the Run2PB Round 1 event at Jells Park. Despite an eventful lead up, he talks through his strong finish after chatting with fellow athletes and fans.

Zacca discusses his role as a coach and supporter at Ballarat, marveling at the progression of his athletes.

The show also covers Run2PB coach Andy Buchanan's massive 2:08:58 PB at the Hamburg Marathon after overcoming injuries.

To wrap up, Zacca and Chriso ponder over a questionable impromptu half marathon by an influencer in New York and a media take on run clubs taking over paths.

Show Outline:


Guests Jess Willis & Coach Matt Davy
Jess's 2:48 Ballarat Marathon Recap
Chris's Run2PB Round 1 6km Leg Review
Zacca's Coaching Perspective at Ballarat
Andy Buchanan's 2:08 Hamburg Marathon PB
Influencer's Impromptu NYC Half Marathon
Run Club Path Frustrations



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This week on the better with running podcast Zacca returns for a big episode that starts with a training update from both the boys.. Chris talks through a steady week that included a mona fartlek as he freshens up ahead of round 1 xcr.

Zacca provides an update on his visit tot he doctor and gets a plan in place for return to run.

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Zacca and Chris bring up a mind blowing wr from Manchester Marathon before finishing the show with hitting the live button on the pre sales for the new run2pb singlets



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