Peak Pursuits

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Welcome to Peak Pursuits, where we chase dirt-packed trails, soaring ridgelines and the thrill of a finish line like no other. Hosted by trail obsessives and elite runners Simone Brick, Brodie Nankervis, Vlad Ixel and Jess Jason — plus deep-dives with James Sieber — we bring you candid chats with Australia’s top trail runners. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, honest conversations about training, injuries, mindset and balancing life off-trail; plus the latest on Aussie races, events and endurance culture. Whether you’re lacing up your first pair of trail shoes or chasing a 100 km and beyond, w...

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Episode 2: Jess Jason's Journey to Trail 23.04.2024 1:11:56

Welcome back to Peak Pursuits, your go-to podcast for all things trail running in Australia with host's Sim Brick, Brodie Nankervis and Jess Jason. 00:00 - 23:00: Intro to Jess - In this episode, we dive into Jess's journey from the track to the trails. With her recent transition, Jess shares her experiences, challenges, and aspirations in the world of trail running. 23:00 - 47:45: Training Talk -...

Episode 1: Meet the Hosts, Aus Golden Trail Series, and Recent Race Recaps 15.04.2024 1:09:08

Welcome to Episode 1 of Peak Pursuits! We kick things off with a rundown of our training weeks and where we stand in our running goals for the year. From uphill treadmill efforts to weekend long runs, peek into our training routines and some of the challenges we've encountered along the way. Race Results: We first introduce the Australian edition of the Golden Trail National Series (GTNS), a new a...