Better with Running

Chris and Zacca begin by sharing their running updates. Both have incorporated elliptical training into their routine. Chris has managed to fit in some solid runs alongside elliptical workouts, while Zacca admits to needing more commitment to get back into running after prioritizing work. Guest: David 'Fletch' Fletcher from Northsouth Studios:  The podcast features an in-depth conversation...

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, is a Gold Coast Marathon Special recap show with 2 #teamrun2pb guests coming on to  share their stories from the roads The first guest is Laura Kerlin, who last year ran  3:15:13 after a horror lead-in with migraines, this year Laura smashed it rolling a 3:08:36 which is a 7-minute PB We hear about some of the preparations, her coach pre race advice, a...

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Zacca and Chriso are joined by a special guest for the Gold Coast Marathon hype train to take off! Run2PB co-founder and sub-2:20 marathoner Brady Threlfall joins the show to chat all things Gold Coast. First up, they reflect on Brady's stellar start to the year, including a personal best at the Ballarat Marathon. This impressive feat sets the stag...

This week on Better With Running, Zacca and Chriso are back in the studio, joined by a special guest: former AFL player Jackson Thurlow! Jackson recently joined the Run2PB team under the guidance of coach Andy Buchanan, and he's here to share his inspiring story. From the Footy Field to Running In this episode, we delve into Jackson's journey from the high-octane world of professional AFL...

Join Chris Armstrong and Matt Davy for a special 200th episode of Better With Running! Coach Matt Davy kicks things off, sharing his recent running adventures. before a Surprise cameo! Hear from Run2PB Coach Gemma Maini about her Gold Coast prep and an exciting announcement: the ASICS x Run2PB Coaches Award is back! Gemma reveals the winner, a story of dedication and perseverance. Chris recounts h...

This week on the Better with Running podcast, Run2PB coach Elise Beacom jumps on for an update on her running, we hear about a challenging return from Osaka, with some races missed, but some new direction with the appointment of a new coach and also we hear about her marathon plans back over in Japan. Chris takes us through his 86k training week as he prepares for the Bendigo 8km XCR, where he wil...

In this week's episode of Better With Running Podcast, we hear all the latest from a big weekend of racing including Chriso's amazing run at Albert Park where he managed to negative split, and Zacca enjoyed being on the course watching a number of run2pb athletes tearing up the roads. This week's #teamrun2pb guest athlete is Matt Morgan, returning to the show to chat about his amazing...

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 abou...

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...

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...

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 incredib...

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 Jes...

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. This week's guest is Jason Smith from Oat Running. Jason talks t...

In this special episode of Better With Running Podcast, Zacca is on leave and Run2PB Coach gets the call up to host Elise Beacom. Elise covers a massive week from the Australian National Track and Field Championships in Adelaide, where she was on the ground in the media mix zone. We also have an training update from both of them, as well as some World Record chat, on a man dressed as banana 🍌 run...

In this weeks episode of Better With Running Podcast. Chriso provides a training update Zacca gives us the low down on his knee, as he plays the waiting game until seeing the sports doctor, as he hits the XT routine. In this weeks #teamrun2pb athlete interview, Jonathan Squire joins the boys for a chat about his time so far with Run2PB, joining in Nov 2023 and under the guidance of Andy Buchanan,...

Join us for a special episode of the Running Podcast as we catch up with Elise Beacom! Elise shares insights into her marathon recovery journey and gives us a glimpse into how she's been spending her time post-marathon. Plus, we dive into her recent workouts and discuss the progress. We also get updates on how some of Elise's athletes have been performing in recent races. In a broader disc...

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chriso and Zacca are joined by two special guests for an engaging chat. The episode begins with a light-hearted discussion about hot cross buns, followed by updates on Chriso and Zacca's training as they gear up for the winter xcr season, sharing insights into their steady progress. First up, Run2PB Coach James Hansen joins the conversation fresh o...

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chris and Zacca give us updates on their recent running exploits, both logging consistent kilometers and keeping pace with each other in terms of mileage. Chris shares his experience of battling general fatigue due to a busy schedule off the track, while Zacca successfully manages to address a lingering injury. The duo delves into the recent standout p...

This Friday night edition of the Better with Running podcast brings a special treat with not one but two legendary guests. Kicking things off is Andy Buchanan, a renowned figure in the running world as a coach at Run2PB and a 2022 Commonwealth Games Representative. Andy, who boasts an impressive marathon time of 2:10, joins the hosts for a candid chat. Despite battling through injury in the latter...

This week on the Better with Running Podcast, Chris shares his exhilarating experiences from the action-packed Bendigo Fun Run weekend, where more than 20 dedicated run2pb athletes joined the race. He witnessed some impressive performances from his athletes and even joined in for a strong run himself. Meanwhile, Zacca provides updates on his training, highlighting a solid Saturday and Sunday sessi...

T his week Better with Running Podcast, features the finale of ‘ Chasing that feeling - Road to Osaka with Elise Beacom’  The show starts with a hero's welcome, as the boys introduce Elise straight off the plane from Japan. We hear about the final week taper, including the last workout in AU before jetting off and then we get the low down on the final days preparation, the general vibe with th...

In this week's jam-packed episode, we dive into two captivating interviews featuring a Run2PB Athlete and Coach. Kicking off the show, we catch up on Chriso and Zacca's latest training endeavors. Chriso steps up as a training partner, tackling some 1km reps while maintaining a solid 74km weekly mileage, staying focused on his day-by-day progress. Meanwhile, Zacca logs impressive mile reps...

This week's Better with Running Podcast delves into Part 5 of "Chasing that Feeling," featuring insights from Run2PB Coach Elise Beacom as she documents her marathon journey to Osaka. The episode begins with a comprehensive recap of Elise's intensive training over the past two weeks, including highlights from the Mizuno x Inside Running Podcast Open Marathon Session at Albert Par...

This week on the "Better with Running" podcast, hosts Chriso and Zacca dive into their latest training updates. Chris shares insights from his preparation for the upcoming 5k Track meet in Bendigo, including his choice of running shoes and the importance of showing up for races. Zacca recounts his experience at the Inside Running Podcast x Road to Osaka - Open marathon session, where he...

In the latest installment of the Better With Running Podcast, Episode 180 takes us deeper into the Chasing that Feeling - Road to Osaka Series with the resilient Elise Beacom, returning for part 4. As we delve into Elise’s marathon build, she candidly recounts the recent hurdles she's faced, from storms to last-minute session changes, including a gripping tale of navigating through a surfing m...