Masters On The Move

Also available to view on YouTube  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie Judith’s name is synonymous with excellence in masters athletics. From setting a world record in the 3,000m steeplechase to winning gold at the World Masters Athletics Championships, her achievements on the track are nothing short of remarkable. But beyond the medals...

Numbers and running — they seem like a perfect match, until your oxygen-deprived brain tries to calculate pace. In The Midrun Maths Problem, Justin breaks down the hilarious futility of trying to do mental math mid-stride. Splits, distance, and time all blur into confusion, but that’s part of the charm. With plenty of laughs, he reminds us that running isn’t about perfect math — it’s about progres...

Also available to view on YouTube  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie This week’s episode features Steve Friswell, a passionate runner and Run Director at Coventry junior parkrun, who’s travelled all the way from the UK to explore New Zealand — one parkrun at a time. With more than 250 parkruns to his name and a personal best of 20:50,...

The first 5K of your long run feels like a movie montage. By the halfway point, your playlist feels like torture. In The Long Run Playlist, Justin explores the emotional journey of music on the move — from pump-up anthems to the moment you start skipping every track out of boredom. He shares ideas for keeping your mind fresh and your rhythm steady — including when to ditch the earbuds altogether a...

Also available to view on YouTube  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie In this episode of Masters on the Move, Justin Hill chats with Avilarsh “Avi” Lukhan — senior physiotherapist at Physio Moves East Auckland, health coach, motivational speaker, and former Olympic physio for Team South Africa at both the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Games....

Runners are amateur meteorologists — and terrible at taking advice. In this breezy episode, Justin laughs his way through our obsession with checking (and ignoring) the forecast. Rain? “Good mental training.” Wind? “Resistance work.” Blazing sun? “Hydration practice.” Through all the weather-related drama, Justin reminds us that there’s really no such thing as bad running weather — just better sto...

Also available to view on YouTube  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie In this episode of  Masters on the Move , we sit down with  Carolyn Smith , one of Northland’s most respected athletes and coaches, whose life has been dedicated to the sport of athletics. From her own days competing at a high level to her many years of coa...

Somewhere out there is a universe made entirely of single running socks. In The Mystery of the Missing Sock, Justin dives into one of life’s great athletic puzzles. Where do they go? Why is it always the expensive pair? With wit and relatability, he turns this minor wardrobe tragedy into a meditation on letting go — because mismatched socks still run the same distance. A funny and strangely comfor...

Also available to view on YouTube  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie When Liz Cullen first showed up to parkrun just a few years ago, she never imagined she’d go on to complete more than 150 parkruns, multiple half marathons, and even longer runs. In this episode, Liz shares her journey from new runner to dedicated member of the Hātea...

Running with friends — it’s motivating, social, and occasionally competitive. In this episode, Justin explores the fine line between encouragement and sabotage on a group run. You know the type: the “let’s take it easy” friend who suddenly surges at the hill, or the one who “accidentally” sprints to the finish. Full of laughs and gentle truths, this episode reminds us that running buddies make the...

Also available to view on YouTube  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie In this episode, we sit down with Allan Staite , one of Whangārei’s most consistent and respected runners. Whether it’s track, road, or ultra-distance, Allan has built an extraordinary record of performance across decades — from winning masters 800-metre titles to fi...

We trust our GPS watches like loyal running partners — until they betray us. In When GPS Lies, Justin dives into the funny, frustrating world of satellite mischief. Why does your watch think you ran through a lake? Why does your “5K” become 4.87 or 5.32? He explains why GPS isn’t as perfect as we’d like — and why the best measure of a good run isn’t in the numbers, but in the effort. It’s a lighth...

Also available to view on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie In this uplifting episode, we sit down with  Ron Crowhurst  and  Steve Bradley — two remarkable runners from  Whangārei  whose story embodies courage, community, and connection. Ron’s journey is one of transformation — from losing weight and achiev...

You felt like a hero crossing the line — until the race photos dropped. In this laugh-out-loud episode, Justin takes a playful look at the harsh reality of race photography. From the wild mid-stride faces to the bibs hanging half off, he reminds us that every terrible picture tells a story of grit, effort, and triumph. This one’s a celebration of imperfection — because if you look flawless at the...

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie Ever wonder why your sleep just isn’t what it used to be? You’re not alone. As we get older, our sleep patterns change — and not always for the better. In this episode of Masters on the Move, I’m joined online by sleep expert Katrina Aubrey, a registered clinical sleep and respiratory physiology technician...

Ever finish a race and walk like you’ve aged 40 years overnight? This episode dives into the hilarious reality of post-race recovery for older runners — sore legs, proud limps, and the science behind feeling like a hero in pain. Learn how to recover smarter and laugh through the waddle. (Keywords: post-race recovery, muscle soreness, marathon legs, older runners) Get in contact and follow us - Sen...

Also available to view on YouTube  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie In this episode of Masters on the Move, Justin sits down with Steve Trass — a name well-known in Northland’s running scene and a proud member of the Hātea Run club committee. With a lifetime of endurance behind him, Steve shares how his passion for running has evolve...

In this Midweek Thoughts episode, Justin wades into one of running’s longest-running debates: stretching. Should we do it before a run, after, or not at all? With plenty of laughs about the confusion surrounding flexibility — and the reality that most of us skip it altogether — Justin breaks down the science in simple terms. From dynamic warmups to post-run cooldowns, he offers practical advice wh...

Also available to view on YouTube  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKw1-hbRSfGA7IjvRawczTJjMM4DuQFiK&si=4tITCL6Dg2l6b0ie In this deeply moving episode of Masters on the Move, we sit down with Dianne Zucchetto — a Whangārei runner, volunteer, and proud member of Hātea Run and Whangārei parkrun — to hear her remarkable story of strength and recovery. A few years ago, Dianne’s life change...

In this light-hearted midweek recovery run episode of Masters on the Move, we catch up with Mark “Pie Man” Lewry — runner, volunteer, community legend, and self-declared pie enthusiast. Mark shares how he got into running, his philosophy of keeping things fun and light-hearted, and why enjoyment is just as important as training. We talk about the joy of parkrun, the connections made through runnin...

In this inspiring episode of Masters on the Move, we sit down with Ian Calder — a Whangārei-based athlete whose story proves it’s never too late to chase greatness. Ian didn’t start competitive running until his 50s, yet he’s since become a multiple World Masters Athletics champion and record holder across several distances. From his early days dairy farming in Mangawhai to his gripping story abou...

In this episode of Midweek Thoughts, Justin takes on every runner’s frenemy: hills. With humor and honesty, he explores why every incline feels like it’s out to get us — from the burning legs to the smug way hills always seem longer than we remember. But it’s not all grumbling; Justin shares simple tips on how to tackle climbs with smarter form and steadier pacing, and reminds us that what goes up...

In this episode, we’re joined by strength and conditioning coach Geno Milnes to tackle one of the biggest questions older runners face: how do you keep running strong as the years go by? Geno shares the science and practical know-how behind strength training for masters athletes — why it matters, how to start, and what difference it can make for both performance and longevity in the sport. We dig...

In this tasty episode of Midweek Thoughts, Justin digs into the fine line between strategic carb loading and simply enjoying an extra plate of spaghetti. With a mix of humor and practical advice, he explores how runners can fuel properly before long races without mistaking pre-race prep for a full-on food festival. From the myths of giant pasta parties to the reality of spreading carbs sensibly ov...

Pre-Run Fuel Goal: Easily digestible carbs, light protein, a bit of fat (if tolerated). Banana + nut butter  potassium, quick energy Oats + berries + honey →can be soaked overnight Rice cakes + avocado/hummus → gentle, steady energy Small smoothie → banana, berries, low-fat yogurt, oats Post-Run Recovery (within 1 hr) Goal: Protein for repair + carbs to restore glycogen. Greek...