Relaxed Running

An update on training going into my attempt to break 2.40 at the 2023 Melbourne Marathon. 

Andy Blow is a Sports Scientist and the founder of Precision Fuel & Hydration. Andy was formerly an elite-level triathlete who can count a couple of top-10 IRONMAN finishes and an Xterra Age-Group World title to his name. It was during his racing career that he discovered how personalising your own carb, electrolyte and fluid intake can make such a big difference to performance, and this led t...

Emily Durgin is an American Distance Runner. After running 67-minutes for a Half Marathon Emily decided to make the move up to the Marathon. In this episode we talk about that transition and the highs and lows that has come with it. More specifically we speak about how Cross-Training has been of benefit to her overall running experience, the obsession that distance runner have with 'more-miles' an...

About Keith - In His Own Words: An Ohio native, and the son of a teacher. I have no pedigree or resume as a competitive athlete. Yet, I’ve learned how to be a person through covering ground on foot or two wheels, tinkering in the gym, and being coached by people who paid attention and told me the truth.  After an undergraduate degree, I’ve eschewed classic education and broad-but-shallow certifica...

Lisa Weightman recently became the 5th fastest Australian woman of all time when she finished the Osaka Marathon in 2.23.15. In this episode we talk about balancing her full time employment and family with her commitment to full time training. We also discuss training partners and the role they play, recovery and finding fun within the running training. It was an awesome conversation. Lisa also jo...

In this episode Tyson shares his 10 absolute must have Marathon Running Accessories.  --- Relaxed Running Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relaxed_run... Follow Tyson on Strava: https://www.strava.com/dashboard Tyson Popplestone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com -- -- --  Members of the the Relaxed Running Training Hub get full access to all of our bonus podcast episodes, video content, gui...

In this episode he shares about his calf strains, his training plan for the next couple of weeks, his research on the best racing shoes and also learning about how to fuel effectively.  Relaxed Running Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relaxed_running/?hl=en Follow Tyson on Strava: https://www.strava.com/dashboard Tyson Popplestone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com -- -- --  Members of the t...

Matt Fox is the man behind the popular YouTube Channel 'Sweat Elite'. He's also a 2.20 Marathon runner on the hunt to break 2.20 for the first time. He started his running career as a middle-distance man and ended up running 1.48 for 800m.  After a break from competitive running he made a return to the sport six years ago - as a Marathon runner. He's since run 9 Marathons and has no plans to stop...

Izzi Batt-Doyle is a Tokyo Olympian over 5000m & 10,000m and is currently targeting the World Champs standard over the Marathon. She's the co-founder of 'Run As One' and is the owner of coffee shop 'The Run House'.  Run As One Website: https://runasone.com.au --- Members of the the Relaxed Running Training Hub get full access to all of our bonus podcast episodes, video content, guided audio ru...

Dane Verway is a Running Physiotherapist, Marathon Runner and host of the Run Culture Podcast. Today we talk about a one of the most common running injuries (calf strains) and how to treat it. We also delve into the benefits of training with a squad and how that can not only help your enthusiasm to run but also your consistency in the sport.  --- Members of the the Relaxed Running Training Hub get...

Pat Tiernan is an Australian runner based in North Carolina U.S.A. He's the former Australian 10km National Record Holder (27.22) and last October he debuted in the Marathon in Chicago running 2hrs 11mins. In this episode we talk about the transition to the marathon and get specific on training structure, hydration, long runs and what he's going to do differently leading into his next marathon.  -...

Lee Troop is a former Australian Marathon Runner. He ran 13.14 for 5000m, 27.51 for 10,000m and 2.09 for the Marathon. He now lives in Boulder Colorado where he works as a running coach.  --- Members of the the Relaxed Running Training Hub get full access to all of our bonus podcast episodes, video content, guided audio runs, bonus articles and all of our running training programs (from 5km-Marath...

In this first edition of Road to Melbourne, Tyson shares about his return to Marathon preparation. These episodes will cover the exact training, speed, distance and updates in goals around the prep for Melbourne Marathon 2023. If you have any comments or questions, would love to hear from you! Shoot them through to me on Relaxed Running Instagram or email info@relaxedrunning.com. I hope you enjoy...

Mark Thompson was a top Australian distance runner from the late 90's and early 2000's. He trained under the eye of a number of Australia's best coaches and trained alongside a number of our best athletes. In this episode we catch up to discuss what he learnt throughout his time as a runner and how WE can improve our running through learning from other athletes.  --- Members of the the Relaxed Run...

Today's run is a guided 20-minute easy run. Over the course of the 20-minutes I'll walk you through some simple and practical cues to help you not only run further, but hopefully enjoy being out there more too. This episode is from our brand new patreon account. If you enjoy the guided easy runs, you can access the growing library of runs from very easy all the way to very difficult.  --- Members...

Running technique matters. Yet so many runners ignore it. A lack of education on running form is one of the key reasons athletes are not running at their full potential. In todays episode Tyson talks about 3 elements of running technique to focus on, some practical steps to take to improve it and gives some examples of athletes to use as guides when it comes to running relaxed. --- Members of the...

In this weeks edition of the Relaxed Running Podcast, Tyson shares some of the elements of training and preparation to get you ready for a Marathon. He covers the following topics: - How fit should you be to begin training for a marathon? - How to select the right Marathon for your goal - Base Mileage, Speed Work, Long Run, Rest and Hydration - Fuelling for the day (and the training) - Race Day Ti...

Dr. Rachel Selman is a physical therapist specializes in working with Mum's during pregnancy and postpartum running. She is certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist as well as a Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner. In this episode we discuss some of the common errors Mum's make when it comes to running throughout pregnancy and after birth. More than that, Rachel shares some helpful ways...

iIn today's episode I share 6 essential steps I take with every athlete that I coach. Whether you have a coach or not, these 6-steps will offer some food for thought on ways you can improve your own running performance.

Jack McLean is a Strength & Rehab Coach at Melbourne Football Club. In this episode we catch up to chat about what the top player in his business are doing on a daily basis to have them ready for the following week. So many of the principals we cover apply directly to running and will offer some strategies to make sure you're in top shape for each session and race. For more from Jack, visit: w...

Adam Peterman is the 2022 World Trail Running Champion. Peterman ran cross country and track at the University of Colorado and has won every ultra he’s started. His wins include Canyons 100K in April (course record), Chuckanut 50K (course record), JFK 50, and Speedgoat 50K. But most recently, he won his 100-mile debut in stunning fashion at Western States.

David McNeill is a 3-time Olympian, self-proclaimed foodie and cooking enthusiast. He has a Bachelor of Science & Exercise Science from Northern Arizona University (2007 - 2010) and Master of Science in Exercise Physiology - Northern Arizona University (2012-2014).

Acclaimed author, coach, and 2:39 marathoner Matt Fitzgerald joins us the Relaxed Running Podcast to discuss what people making successful returns to elite sport are doing well that others aren't. We all discuss training, online coaching and a heap more. Check him out at: www.mattfitzgerald.org

Ben Reale is a NASM certified personal trainer (NASM CPT) and Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified (PN L1) coach who is passionate about helping his clients achieve lasting results through safe, progressive, customized training programs and a unique behavioral approach to nutrition.

Great chat with Brock Shirley on the podcast tonight. In this episode I sit down with Brock, an athlete I've only recently started working with. We discuss some of the mistakes he's made in his running history and how we plan to build his training load and how we aim to take him from running 3.28 for the Marathon to under 3-hours. Plus a heap more! If you're interested in getting some coaching, vi...