Inside Running Podcast

423: Zatopek:10 2025 | Australian World XC Team announced | European XC Championships  This episode is powered by Shokz, the world leading open ear headphones pioneer. Big news——Shokz Christmas Sale is here, with up to 32% off sitewide! Visit: https://shokz.cc/irp15xmas  and use code IRP15 for your exclusive listener discount! Brad starts off looking good then has to hold it back. Julian adjusts to life with the twins. Brady begins to pick up the pace and a thing or two about trail running. RP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It’s an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Lauren Ryan went back to back, winning Zatopek:10 in 32:06.66, kicking home ahead of Georgie Grgec and Leanne Pompeani who had led much of the race. Seth O’Donnell dominated the field to win Zatopek:10 in 27:59.65, with only Stewy McSweyn going with Seth for much of it. Ed Marks placed second ahead of the defending Jack Rayner. Scarlett Robb kicked down to take the win in the Ondieki U20 3000m from Imogen Baker right at the line, with Eliza Lawton in third. Alexander Cameron-Smith won the de Castella U20 3000m in 8:04.77 ahead of Lucas Chis and Kieran Shepherd. Abbey Caldwell was dominant in the Open 3000m, winning in 9:14.47 ahead of Zoe Melhuish and Jaylah Hancock-Cameron. Aths Vic Results Hub Australian team announced for the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, Florida on the 10th January. Womens Leanne Pompeani Holly Campbell Caitlin Adams Bronte Oates Lauren Ryan Maudie Skyring Mens Seth O’Donnell Morgan McDonald Haftu Strintzos Ky Robinson Isaac Heyne Ed Marks Mixed 4x2km Relay Oli Hoare Cameron Myers Jess Hull Linden Hall Australian Athletics Press Release   Sinclaire Johnson takes out the Kalakaua Merri Elite Mile in Hawaii in 4:21, while Josh Hoey continues his hot form to win in 3:55. Results Nadia Battocletti of Italy won the European Cross Country Championship held over a 7.5km course in Lagoa, Portugal ahead of Megan Keith and Yasmine Can. Belgium were the winning team ahead of the UK and France. Thierry Ndikumwenayo of Spain held off Jimmy Gressier to take the title in a sprint finish with Dominic Lobalu in third. Spain were the winning team ahead of Ireland and France. Official Results Grand Slam Track files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, unable to pay millions of dollars owed to competing athletes, such as Jess Hull. Nine Wide World of Sports Article   Hillary Kipchirchir Chepkwony of the NN Running Team in Kenya has been sanctioned by the Athletics Integrity Unit for biological passport violations. Athletics Illustrated   Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au   Whispers allude to a high profile withdrawal from Zatopek, while Brady gives a training tip for the Christmas break.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration.   What running watches do you use/recommend? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

423: Valencia Marathon | US XC Championships | Top 10 Aussie Road Races This weeks episode of Inside Running Podcast is proudly brought to you by CD Joinery Bluff 2 Boat Ramp Fun Run.  Enter today - www.bluff2boatramp.com - use the code IRP10 for 10% discount   Brad continues to make more improvements. Julian and Bri welcome their twin sons into the world. Brady searches for a hello on the run then takes a work trip to Singapore IRP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It’s an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning   This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. John Korir won this year’s Valencia Marathon in 2:02:25, ahead of Amanal Petros from the chase group and Awet Kirbab. Suguru Osako reclaimed the Japanese National Record in 2:04:55 while Alex Yee ran the second fastest marathon for the United Kingdom in 2:06:38. T om Do Canto was first Australian in 2:11:14 with Ryan Gregson finishing in 2:17:21, while Haftu Strintzos ran 2:26:20 and Brett Robinson withdrew mid-race. Joyciline Jepkosgei won in a course record and world lead of 2:14:00 ahead of Peres Chepchirchir. Jess Stenson set a new Australian National Record of 2:21:25 for 5th overall, while Izzy Batt Doyle ran 2:23:35 for 7th and Gen Gregson ran 2:28:51. Valencia Marathon Results   Parker Wolfe won the US Cross Country Championships ahead of Rocky Hansen and Wesley Kiptoo. Weini Kelati won the title ahead of Katie Izzo and Ednah Kurgat USATF Results   Josh Hoey ran the 600m Indoor World Record of 1:12.84 at the BU Opener meet, .03 off the outdoor record. Official Results   Sam Tanner and Sarah Billings took out The Spectacle Road Mile in Nelson, New Zealand. Official Results Jakob Ingebrigsten withdraws from European Cross Country Championships to be held in Portugal. Athletics Weekly Report Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au   Whispers discuss NASS eligibility criteria and Moose announces the formal partnership between sponsors and the podcast.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration.   What are the Top 10 Road races in Australia? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

422: Cam Myers | World XC Trials | Mizuno HyperWarp Pure Review This episode is powered by Shokz, the world leading open ear headphones pioneer. Big news——Shokz Christmas Sale is here, with up to 32% off sitewide! Visit: https://shokz.cc/irp15xmas  and use code IRP15 for your exclusive listener discount!   Cam Myers joins the show to recap his race at the World XC Trials, how the race fits into his short term plans and talks about the direction of his upcoming season. Brad’s back doing sessions and roams around Stromlo for the people. Brady sees a familiar face on his Sunday morning. Brad and Brady review the soon to be released Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure, a super-lightweight racing shoe that showcases the new direction Mizuno will be heading in. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Cam Myers held off Seth O’Donnell to take out the 10k Open Race at the World Cross Country Championship Trials held at Stromlo, Canberra with Morgan McDonald in third. Leanne Pompeani comfortably won the women’s race ahead of Holly Campbell and Bronte Oates. Official Results   World Athletics announce Australian high jumper Nicola Olysalgers and Swedish pole vaulter Mondo Duplantis as the 2025 Athletes of the Year, with famed commentator Bruce McAvaney receiving the President’s Award. World Athletics Release   Brigid Kosgei won the Shanghai Marathon in an all-comers record time of 2:16:36 as the race makes its case for World Major candidacy. World Athletics Report Olympic silver medallist and American Record holder in the 3000m steeplechase Evan Jager announced his retirement. https://www.instagram.com/p/DRcf3WeiQzh/?hl=en  Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Whispers about Telford recruitment drive, speculating on the whereabouts of Jimmy Whelan, then Brady on the Loose bemoans the lack of coverage and exposure around the cross country trials.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Where would Cam have finished at NCAA XC Championships? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

Catch the latest from the shoe geeks as they talk what's up in the running shoe world.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

421: Jessica Stenson | Vic 5000m State Championship | NCAA XC Championship This episode is powered by Shokz, the world leading open ear headphones pioneer. Big news——Shokz Black Friday Sale is here, with up to 32% off sitewide! Visit: https://shokz.cc/irp15bf and use code IRP15 for your exclusive listener discount! Brad progresses in the rebuild. Julian unleashes on the sale season as he braces for the arrival of twins. Brady progresses as he combines cross training with more running. Listener Offer: NordVPN has partnered with the Inside Running Podcast to offer you an amazing discount, head over to nordvpn.com/insiderunning to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months on top!   Jessica Stenson pops in to update us on her preparations for the upcoming Valencia Marathon, how pacing the Melbourne Marathon fell into plans and how she’s shaping up to take on the national record all while balancing the demands of family life. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Callum Davies pops down from Queensland to win the Victorian 5000m Champs in 14:00.78, outlasting Yohanes Dagnaw who won the state championship and Liam Cashin, while Lucas Chis set the U18 record 14:06.76. Stephanie Kelly won the title in 16:38.45 ahead of Bianca Puglisi and Karen Blaney. Aths Vic Results Hub   Doris Lemngole for the University of Alabama went back-to-back in the NCAA D1 Cross Country Championships, with North Carolina State the winning team. Australian Amy Bunnage placed 30th. Habtom Samuel for the University of New Mexico finally broke through to win the 10k cross country race to take out the title, while the winning team was Oklahoma State University. Results via Runners World US Matt Smith and Josie Wilson won the Western Australia 10000m State Championship Results via World Athletics Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Whispers muses on the state of parkrun’s standing with local councils Moose on the Loose finds his ick in Australian Athletics pandering to running at its most superficial. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Should workouts be done in supershoes, or are there non-supershoes that fit this purpose? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

420: SA 5000m Championships | Vic Milers Club 3000m | Point To Pinnacle  This episode is powered by Shokz, the world leading open ear headphones pioneer. Big news——Shokz Black Friday Sale is here, with up to 32% off sitewide! Visit: https://shokz.cc/irp15bf and use code IRP15 for your exclusive listener discount!   Brad remembers that he’s definitely a runner and not a cyclist. Julian puts in his big week during his conference in Melbourne. Brady works out the best weight and gets an appreciation for race directing Sweat Vs Steam. Listener Offer: NordVPN has partnered with the Inside Running Podcast to offer you an amazing discount, head over to nordvpn.com/insiderunning to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months on top! This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Elite Fields for World Cross Country Trials have been released ahead of the event to be held 28th November at Stromlo Forest Park, Canberra. Entry Lists   Alex Stitt takes out the South Australia 5000m State Championships in 13:58.26 ahead of Adrian Potter and Jacob Cocks. Kate Holland-Smith won the State Title in 16:44.52 ahead of Tiana Cetta and Emily Wass. Official Results   Tess Kirsop Cole won the Vic Milers 3000m in 9 Seth O’Donnell wins in a meet record of 7:55, after winning the B race earlier. Lucas Chis came second in the A race in 8:00.26, just ahead of Will Lewis in 8:00.73. Tess Kirsop-Cole won the A race in 9:33.80 ahead of Katherine Dowie in 9:35.41 and Sophie Hall in 9:45.96 . Aths Vic Results Hub   Sam Clifford won the Point To Pinnacle in a course record, ascending to the top of kunyani from Sandy Point in 1:21:29 ahead of James Hansen and Leo Peterson. Danette Sheehan won in 1:41:25 ahead of Alice McGushin and Madeline Murray. Official Results   Josh Phillips ran 14:07 and Aynsley Van Graan ran 16:37 to post the fastest times of the day at the Gong 5000 on the Illawarra Criterium Track. Official Results Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au The boys then review the latest drop in gear from Saysky, including half tights, shirts and some of the collaboration in shoes with Puma. You can shop the full range at saysky.com, where you can also score 15% off with our exclusive discount code using the code IRP15 at checkout.   Whispers addresses last week’s topic of professionals not posting to Strava, then  Moose on the Loose muses on the rise of the professional runner youtube channels.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Is it safe to train post-injury for 10 weeks for a marathon? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

COROS helps road and track athletes with the training tools they need to reach their performance goals. Our range of GPS wearables and devices combines advanced technology with sports science, enabling athletes to track everything and achieve anything! If you’re serious about your running, check out COROS, available at au.coros.com, you’ll see why so many athletes are making the switch. Olympic silver medalist, World Championships bronze medalist, and World & Australian record holder Jess Hull chats with Moose about her season, future goals, training under her dad Simon, and her new partnership with Coros. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

419: NSW Milers Club & QLD 5000m Champs | World Athletics AOTY Nominations | Summer Base Training  This episode of the Inside Running Podcast is brought to you by SAYSKY —  You can shop the full range at saysky.com, where you can also score 15% off with our exclusive discount code using the code IRP15 at checkout.   Brad defends his interviewing style with Jess Hull. Julian recaps his week leading into the Run4Geelong 10K. Brady officially commences his back to running program. Listener Offer: NordVPN has partnered with the Inside Running Podcast to offer you an amazing discount, head over to nordvpn.com/insiderunning to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months on top! This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee.   Obssa Youssouf and Kristen Cook each took out top honours in their respective 1500m races at the NSW Milers Club, while Kai Cullens and Georgia Winkcup each took out the 800m Official Results   Lachlan Moore and Libby Mantay take out the Queensland 5000m State Championships. Official Results   World Athletics publish their nominations for Athlete of the Year, with the winners to be announced 30th November 2025. World Athletics Press Release Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose goes on the Loose on the over-obsession of the minute detail and adults competing at kids' races, while Whispers leads to the whereabouts of professional athletes and raises the question whether they should publish all their training on Strava. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, what are some suggestions for base summer training with no races planned? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

 Run the Tan – Melbourne’s most iconic run around the Botanic Gardens. Join elite athletes, celebs and everyday runners on April 26 2026, supporting mental health. Registrations open Nov 25, but you can register your interest now at runthetan.net/interested for early access and exclusive updates.  Crokes sits down with Jimmy Whelan, fresh off his big half-marathon PB in Valencia, to discuss his transition from professional cycling to running and his future goals.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

418: New York City Marathon | Noosa Bolt | NSW 3000m State Championships  This weeks episode of Inside Running Podcast is proudly brought to you by CD Joinery Bluff 2 Boat Ramp Fun Run. Come visit the stunning North West Coast of Tasmania and plan your ultimate runcation today!  It's Just 90 minutes from world-famous Cradle Mountain. Indulge in amazing local food and Take on the Bluff 2 Boat Ramp run and race some of Australia's fastest. You can recover in style with a one-of-a-kind post-race sauna at Savu SaunasTasmania is calling – will you answer?  Enter today - www.bluff2boatramp.com   Brad gets some answers about what’s going on with his calf. Julian gets caught out on a sunny, hilly long run. Brady gets set for his return to run.    1970: Mindset of a Marathon Man via BBC Archive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C53MfgyxDY&t=255s  This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Benson Kipruto held off Alex Mutiso by .2 of a second to win the New York City Marathon in 2:08:09, with Albert Korir in third. Hellen Obiri won her third NYC Marathon in 2:19:51 ahead of Sharon Lokedi and Sheila Chepkirui. Eliud Kipchoge announced his plans to launch the Eliud Kipchoge World Tour as an ambassador to the sport. Results Maudie Skyring won the Noosa Bolt 5k in 16:05 to just hold off Georgie Grgec and Leanne Pompeani while Jude Thomas won in a similar fashion in 13:51 just ahead of Callum Davies, then followed by Matt Buckell. Official Results Jaylah Hancock-Cameron won the NSW 3000m State Championships in 9:09.97, while Joshua Phillips defended his title to win in 8:03.08 Results   Morgan McDonald announces his departure from On Athletic Club https://www.instagram.com/p/DQXR3hLgavd/?hl=en&img_index=1    Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose goes on the Loose over the mood of his training partner while Crokes muses on the state of interclub. The Whispers notes how the winner of the Buenos Aires Marathon who was caught doping, was a prominent training partner of several high profile runners.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, what are some field based tests to establish training parameters? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

417: Burnie Ten | Valencia Half Marathon | Steve Moneghetti  This weeks episode is sponsored by The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun. Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out.    Brad does more of the same with his calf still a concern. Julian preaches the importance of warm up and drills before racing. Brady gets back into an exercise routine. IRP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It’s an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning  Steve Moneghetti joins in to briefly remember the good old days of training and marathons, why hills still pay the bills, distance running having its moment and why the Commonwealth Games still matters then chats about the growth of the Ballarat Marathon and why people should still get around it.   This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee.   Adam Goddard held off Ed Marks to take out the Australian Road Running Championship at the Burnie 10, winning in 28:36 with Brian Fay of Ireland in third. Leanne Pompeani went back to back in 31:46 to hold both the Australian Road Running and Marathon Championship in the same year, with Bronte Oates second and Holly Campbell third. Official Results   Yomif Kejelcha won the Valencia Half Marathon in a solo effort 58:02, while Andreas Almgren set an European Record of 58:41 in fourth place. Jimmy Whelan 1:01:40 the first Australian, Isaac Heyne in 1:02:13 . Agnes Jebet Ngetich won in a World Leading time of 1:03:08 Official Results   Ruth Chepngetich has been formally banned for doping violations for three years. Official AIU Statement   NYC Marathon fields updated with the addition of Keninisa Bekele. Canadian Running Magazine   Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au   Moose on the Loose loses his tolerance of low quality humour, then there’s Whispers about Strava dropping their Garmin lawsuit and the stories and evidence against Ruth Chepngetich.   This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Is there a higher risk of injury when trying on new shoes? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

416: Ed Marks | Amsterdam Marathon | NSW 10000m Championships This weeks episode is sponsored by The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun.  Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out.  Brad manages his calf by prioritising cross training over running. Julian rediscovers the fire for racing. Brady keeps his spirits up as Sweat Vs Steam gets closer. IRP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It’s an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning  Ed Marks joins to chat to catch up where he’s been, why he had to take time off at National Cross Championships, lining up for National Road Championships Burnie 10. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Geoffrey Kipchumba of Kenya won the Amsterdam Marathon in 2:03:30, with Joshua Cheptegei fifth in 2:04:52. Aynalem Desta of Ethiopia won in 2:17:37 ahead of compatriot Bertukan Welde. Official Results World Majors candidate race Cape Town Marathon cancelled hours before start due to severe winds overnight. Official Press Release Cicely Brown and Ed Goddard win 10000m Championships at The Crest, Bankstown. Results Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose goes on the Loose with parents burdened with travel and shoes not designed for running, while Brady goes loose on kids growing up too quick on bicarb and ultras.  The Whispers talk about a rising star set for a sponsorship deal, more news around the Melbourne Marathon course and a little info on a Melbourne Half podium winner. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week we go deep on how to keep the balance between home life and chasing high mileage. Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast   Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

415: Caitlin Adams | Melbourne Marathon | Chicago Marathon  This week's episode is sponsored by The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun. Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out.  Julian makes progress before hitting the streets of Melbourne. Brad takes a step back on the rebuild. Brady tries to get a special guest speaker for school camp.   Caitlin Adams pops in to chat about her victory in the Melbourne Marathon, chatting about how and when she decided to step up to the marathon distance, debriefing her race performance and the support she had with her on the day and throughout her training, before taking some time to address rumours at Team Tempo.   This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Jack Rayner successfully defended his Melbourne Marathon crown, winning in a time of 2:15:01 ahead of Steve McKenna and Fraser Darcy. Caitlin Adams won in her debut marathon in 2:30:25, ahead of Sarah Klein and Milly Clark. Haftu Strintzos won the Half Marathon in 1:02:13, ahead of Zach Facioni and Toby Gualter of New Zealand. Izzy Batt-Doyle won the half marathon in a course record time of 1:08:55, with Georgia Grgec of New Zealand in second, and Sinead Diver in third. Adam Goddard won the 10k in 28:40 as did Ellie Pashley in 33:41 in her return to racing. Official Results   Jacob Kiplimo won the Chicago Marathon in a time of 2:02:23, after setting off at world record pace. Amos Kipruto and Alex Masai of Kenya rounded out the podium, while Conner Mantz set the US National Record by running 2:04:43, placing fourth. Hawi Feyesa Gejia won the Chicago Marathon in 2:14:57, ahead of Megerta Alemu and Magdalena Shauri of Tanzania, with first American Natosha Rogers sixth overall. Official Results Ed Eyestone calls for lifetime bans on doping violators via Let’s Run Paul Eyane won the Perth Marathon in 2:24:23, with Kellen Waithira winning in 2:38:50. Tim Vincent won the half marathon in 1:05:18, as Rebecca Bolster won in 1:19:31. Official Results   Athlos NYC meet featured Faith Kipyegon and Keely Hodgkinson, while flexing on their athlete payment model. World Athletics Report Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose on the Loose gives various observations on the Melbourne Marathon, while the Whispers hears talks about expansion plans for the Melbourne Marathon Festival. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, can easy runs be replaced with squad swim sessions? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ To donate and show your support for the show: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9K9WQCZNA2KAN

414: Stewy McSweyn | World Para Athletic Champs | Melbourne Marathon preview  This weeks episode is sponsored by The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast  courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun.  Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out.  Julian puts on the Vomero Premium and has Melbourne Marathon flashbacks. Brad makes his way back out to Mulligans Flat. Brady keeps his spirits up as he continues his time off IRP Partner Offer: Saily have teamed up with Inside Running Podcast to offer an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! It’s an eSIM service app that lets you choose from a huge range of affordable data plans in over 190 countries and 8 regions Visit: https://saily.com/insiderunning   Stewy McSweyn returns to the show courtesy of Nike to chat about his collection of running memorabilia and the difference between pacing Faith Kipyegon and Eliud Kipchoge before addressing where he’s been, reviewing his season this year and what needs to change. He chats about watching the World Champs for a change before lining up for Melbourne Half Marathon this weekend, before wrapping up with where he runs and doing speaking engagements and where he fits in amongst the future crop of talent. This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Jarryd Clifford took the bronze medal in the T13 1500m and fifth in the 5000m at the World Para Athletic World Championships in New Delhi, while Annabelle Colman also scored the Bronze Medal in the T20 1500m. Angus Hinkman took the bronze medal in the T38 1500m in 3:58.19, with Reece Langdon in fourth and Ben Eppelstun in twelfth. World Para Results Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au The Whispers makes sense of Strava suing Garmin over intellectual property infringements with regards to heatmaps and segments. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbKyNJ2eo-k Whispers also try to make sense of 2:04 marathon runner Cornelius Kibet Kiplangat who was recently suspended for doping violations and his attempts to explain how it happened. AIU Decision on Cornelius Kibet Kiplagat Mozzart Sports Report Grand Slam Track gets some debt relief with investors paying athletes half of what they are owed. Canadian Running Magazine Moose goes on the Loose on wellness brands trying to cash in on the pursuit of running, before his heart warms up to the sight of runners putting in the work. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. Leading into the Melbourne Marathon, what are common mistakes people make in race week? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  The boys wrap up with a preview of the elite fields of Melbourne Marathon as well as Chicago Marathon. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ To donate and show your support for the show: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9K9WQCZNA2KAN

413: World Mountain & Trail Running Champs | Vitality London 10k | Training Questions  The Running Warehouse Ballarat Marathon is back in April next year with flat and fast courses … an amazing atmosphere and heaps of fun. Sign up today at ballaratmarathon.com.au before this very popular event sells out. Brad keeps his rebuild indoors. Julian pitches a new type of running club. Brady takes his first week off in a stint on the sidelines.  This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Eilish McColgan notched up her third victory in the Vitality London 10k in 30:35, with Zak Muhamad winning in 29:07. Athletics Weekly Report World Mountain and Trail Running Championships in Canfranc, Spain featuring XCR regulars Nathan Pearce and Michael Kernahan contesting the Classic 14km distance. Official ITRA Results Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose on the Loose revives the classic of propping up your Strava marathon time over the official result, while Whispers follows up on some names lining up for Melbourne Marathon, as a big group seems set to disband. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, how much training load could you add with physical labour? Then, if the boys were offered a pro contract, which brand would they sign with? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode.  Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ To donate and show your support for the show: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9K9WQCZNA2KAN

This weeks Weekend Episode is sponsored by the 2026 TCS Sydney Marathon - The Ballot is Open. Jump onto TCS Sydney Marathon's Instagram & website to find out all the information and to register before 17 October. Visit www.tcssydneymarathon.com/ for more info.   The Shoe Geeks are back and this month joined by Exercise Physiology PhD and 2.12 marathoner, Dan Nash as they highlight shoe testing for performance. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/

412: Tokyo 2025 World Championships Week 2 | Berlin Marathon | Tan Relays  This week's episode is sponsored by Precision Fuel & Hydration,  their free online planner has you covered! It calculates exactly how much carb, sodium, and fluid you need to smash your goals. Listen to the show for an exclusive discount. Brad gets into the routine of cross training as he searches for answers on his calf. Julian recaps his experience at the Tokyo World Championships. Brady has some concerns with his lower back. Listener Offer: NordVPN has partnered with the Inside Running Podcast to offer you an amazing discount, head over to nordvpn.com/insiderunning to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months on top! This week's running news is presented by Axil Coffee. Geordie Beamish of New Zealand upsets Soufiane El Bakkali of Morocco in the 3000m Steeplechase Final, taking the gold medal right on the finish line in 8:33.08, with Edmund Serem of Kenya in third. Faith Cherotich of Kenya won a chaotic steeplechase Final in 8:51.59 ahead of Winifred Yavi of Bahrain and Sembo Almayew of Ethiopia. Jess Hull won the bronze medal after surviving the fast finishing Kenyan duo of Dorcas Ewoi who won silver and Nelly Chepchirchir who finished fourth, with Faith Kipyegon winning yet another championship gold medal in 3:52.15. Isaac Nader of Portugal was the winner in a tightly contested 1500m in 3:34.10, with 2022 Champion Jake Wightman second and Reynold Cheruiyot of Kenya for the bronze medal. In the 800m Peter Bol ran 1:44.15 where he was eventually unable to progress out of the heats, with Payton Craig running 1:45.44 and Luke Boyes 1:45.54. Emmanuel Wanyonyi won in 1:41.86 with Djamel Sedjati of Algeria in second and Marco Arop of Canada third. Jess Hull ran an 800m Oceania Area and National Record of 1:57.15 to advance into the Final, where Claudia Hollingsworth 1:59.50 in the semi final and Abbey Caldwell 1:58.44. Lilian Odira of Kenya won the gold medal in the final in a Championship Record 1:54.62 with Great Britain’s Georgia Hunter Bell and Keely Hodgkinson in second and third respectively, while Jess Hull ran close to her national record in 1:57.30. Beatrice Chebet won the 5000m final in 14:54.36, ahead of 1500m Champion Faith Kipyegon and Nadia Battocletti winning bronze to add to the silver from the 10000m. Rose Davies placed 10th in 15:03.61 with Linden Hall just behind in 11th in 15:04.03. Georgia Griffith ran 15:33.15 in the heats.   Cole Hocker won the gold medal in the 5000m to resolve his disqualification in the 1500m, in a time of 12:58.30 with Isaac Kemeli of Belgium winning silver with Jimmy Gressier winning bronze to add to his 10000m victory. Ky Robinson finished fast in fourth place in 12:59.61. World Athletics Results   Sebastian Sawe won this year’s edition of the Berlin Marathon, running 2:02:16 in warm conditions, well ahead of the rest of the field with Akira Akasaki of Japan in 2:06:15 and Chemdissa Debele of Ethiopia in 2:06.57. Rosemary Wanjiru of Kenya won in 2:21.05, ahead of Dera Dida of Ethiopia in 2:21:08 and Azmera Gebru in 2:21:29. Official Results   Izzy Batt-Doyle won the City Bay 12k Fun Run in Adelaide with a time of 36:54 ahead Bronte Oates and Ruby Smee. Adam Goddard was the winner of a local field in 34:06 over Isaac Heyne and Adrian Potter. City-Bay Results Rachel McGuinness and Josh Bourke won the Run Prix Half Marathon in Albert Park Melbourne, Donve Viljoen and William Little won the 10k. Run Prix Results Western Athletics sealed their Premiership of the XCR season with a win of the Men’s Premier Division Tan Relays, with Alexander Cameron-Smith recording the fastest lap in 10:53. Ballarat Region and Melbourne University rounded out the podium of the relays. Sandringham likewise cemented their Premiership with a win in Women’s Premier Division ahead of Box Hill and Western Athletics, while Bianca Puglisi of Essendon ran the fastest lap of 12:34. AthsVic Results Hub Enjoy 20% off your first Axil Coffee order! Use code IRP20 at checkout. Shop now at axilcoffee.com.au Moose goes Loose over the false start at the Men’s Marathon and Instagram podcasts publishing their hot takes for clout. The Whispers spies some names popping up for Melbourne Marathon. This episode’s Listener Q’s/Training Talk segment is proudly brought to you by Precision Fuel & Hydration. This week, what’s changed for Australian middle distance running over the past ten years? Visit precisionhydration.com for more info on hydration and fuelling products and research, and use the discount code given in the episode. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ To donate and show your support for the show: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9K9WQCZNA2KAN

Thanks to ASICS for sponsoring this weekend show. Shop the ASICS Tokyo Collection, Experience Premium Running Comfort and performance with their newest models, MEGABLAST and SONICBLAST. Visit asics.com.au or visit your running speciality store. This week’s rerelease guest is podiatrist and rising star of the Australian running scene, Thomas Do Canto coming off his International debut at the World Half-Marathon Championships in Valencia, Spain. Tom goes through the selection process for Commonwealth Games & subsequently the World Half, how he’s dealt with the attention and preparation in the lead up and afterwards, unpacking with Brady to setting a new personal best of 64:18. They talk about the breakthrough 2:14 at Fukuoka Marathon and how it could’ve been very different as they discuss his newfound penchant for the longer races, recounting his marathon debut at Melbourne 2016 as a major highlight. Tom explains the expectations he sets on himself, the training and specific sessions that goes into races, gives his views and observations on the footwear industry as a podiatrist before plans for the future and advice on giving the necessary life balance.

Day 5 with Moose, Krisso and Ellie as they recap the Men's 1500m final and Women's Steeple before previewing the Women's 5km and 800m heats.  You can sign up for full episodes at www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast

Day 4 with Crokes, Jeffa and Jye as they recap the Momen's 1500m final and Men's 800m heats. You can sign up for full episodes at www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast