The dust has settled after one of Australia’s biggest running weekends, and we’re breaking down everything from the 2026 Gold Coast Marathon. Steve and Matt share their tough race-day experiences, what went wrong, and the lessons they’ll take into the next marathon. Meanwhile, brothers Nathan and Fraser crossed the line together in an inspiring sub-4-hour finish, proving that sometimes the best race is the one you share. We also dive into: * Our complete Gold Coast Marathon race recap * Personal highs, lows and honest reflections * Marathon pacing, nutrition and race strategy * Local running club shout-outs * Community race results and standout performances * Listener mentions and celebrations * What’s next on the racing calendar Whether you raced the marathon, half marathon, or simply love distance running, this episode is packed with relatable stories, running banter and plenty of inspiration for your next goal. If you enjoy the show, please follow the podcast, leave a 5-star review and share it with a running mate. It really helps more runners discover Eat Sleep Run Repeat. Gold Coast Marathon 2026, marathon recap, marathon podcast, running podcast Australia, Australian running podcast, marathon training, race recap, sub 4 marathon, Gold Coast running, Queensland running, half marathon, marathon recovery, endurance running, long run, running motivation, runners community, marathon pacing, race nutrition, PB, personal best, recreational runners, masters running, running clubs, road racing, distance running, Gold Coast race results, running tips, running stories, finish line, athletics, podcast for runners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.