A-Team
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Deep dives into running, coaching, race preparation, nutrition, and the mental side of endurance sport. Subscribe on YouTube to never miss an episode.
Comrades Race Week!
In this episode we are joined by Gert Brienne, aka "I Fly. I Run", all the way from The Netherlands ahead of his 4th Comrades. Cuan and Ann discuss this year's elite field and who to look out for. Feet up, have a listen and enjoy the taper! "What I've learned from running is that the time to push hard is when you're hurting like crazy and you want to give up. … Success is often just around the corner." — James Dyson
Top 10 Tips for Comrades 2025
In this episode Ann gives you her top 10 tips for a successful Comrades run in 2025. In preparation for this year's race, you should have a look at our latest YouTube videos: Hydration & Electrolytes, Race Fuelling, and the 2025 Comrades Race Route. "Fast running isn't forced. You have to relax and let the run come out of you." — Desiree Linden
Boston & London Marathon Review, Piet Wiersma, Cape Town Marathon & Lessons from the Trails
In this episode, we chat about Boston & London Marathon that took place last week. With only 5 weeks left until the Comrades Marathon, what should your training focus be right now? David catches up with 2024 Comrades winner, Piet Wiersma. We have an update from Ann who is now involved in the hosting / organisation of the Cape Town Marathon. Finally, a reminder that trail running demands are vastly different to road running. "I don't run to add days to my life, I run to add life to my days." — Ronald Rook
Comrades Top Contenders & Rock Rabbit Hydration Gear
Cuan is back from his commentary gig in India, flying in style. Who do we expect to see at the front of Comrades this year? Stuart Mann (aka The Running Mann) updates us on what has been going on behind the scenes at the Two Oceans Marathon. Looking for races to tackle in the second half of the year? We give some suggestions to keep you motivated. We chat to Gary Britz about his hydration pack brand – Rock Rabbit Sports – and his collaboration with the Comrades Marathon this year. "We are designed to run, and we increase our chance of daily happiness when we do so." — Jeff Galloway