The Faster Beyond 50 Podcast

What’s the secret to staying motivated, consistent, and injury-free in your 50s and beyond? In this powerful Q&A episode, Brad and Lindsey dive into the mindset shifts needed to maintain fitness for life, how to handle anxiety about slowing down, and why performance isn’t the only measure of success. Plus, Lindsey shares the three most underrated benefits of consistent running.  If you care ab...

In this episode, we dive deep into how sleep and stress impact your recovery, performance, and overall health as a midlife runner. You’ll learn how cortisol affects your body, why poor sleep might be sabotaging your progress, and most importantly—what you can do about it.

Struggling with insomnia, post-race limbo, or confusing cadence advice? In this Q&A episode, Coach Lindsey tackles real questions from runners over 50 — including how to recover after a breakthrough race, what “easy running” should really feel like, how to improve cadence without injury, and what to do if your training is wrecking your sleep. This one’s full of practical takeaways, mindset shi...

Think walk breaks make you slower? Think again. In this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 podcast, Brad Nadauld and Olympic Marathon coach Lindsey Parry discuss one of the most misunderstood and powerful tools for runners over 50 — the Run-Walk Strategy. Whether you're training for a 5K, marathon, or ultra, implementing a smart run-walk plan can help you: ✅ Run farther with less fatigue ✅ Recover...

In this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast, Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry dive into some fascinating and often overlooked aspects of running training for runners over 50. We answer listener questions covering a wide range of topics, including: - How to integrate soccer, football, and other sports like paddle and tennis into your running training plan without derailing your marathon or...

Justin Hill once ran slow on purpose to avoid making the track team. Today, he’s turning heads in his 60s with inspiring running performances, a complete lifestyle turnaround, and a deep dive into fixing his form, weight, and motivation. Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad Nadauld chat to Justin about overcoming arthritis, reclaiming fitness later in life, and why it's never too late to become your best.

Stronger at 50 and Beyond? Yes, It’s Possible. Discover how strength training can transform your running, your health, and your future—starting now. Coach Lindsey Parry and elite S&C coach Grant Jenkins unpack the science, the myths, and the blueprint to staying fast, fit, and injury-free after 50. Learn more about Grant here: https://www.propelfit.com.au/

In this episode of The Faster Beyond 50 podcast, Brad and Lindsey discuss Brad's Two Oceans Ultra Marathon effort this weekend to dissect what went right and what went wrong. They also delve into the best way to recover from big running efforts. 

In this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 podcast, Brad and Coach Lindsey tackle the most pressing questions from older runners—like how to train with arthritis, when to return to running after injury, how to combine coaching plans with group runs, and whether skipping is smart cross-training.  Plus, Brad shares his nerves leading into the Two Oceans Ultra and Lindsey drops a confidence-boosting min...

In this deep-dive episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast, we tackle one of the most important topics for runners over 50—pain. Coach Lindsey Parry joins Brad Nadauld to unpack everything you need to know about pain: what it is, how aging affects it, and how to distinguish between normal stiffness, discomfort, and injury. You’ll learn: - The different types of pain runners experience - Red flags t...

Marathon training, ultra endurance prep, strength training myths, and hill running strategies—Coach Lindsey Parry & Brad Nadauld break down the biggest questions from runners looking to improve their performance. Should you run flat or hilly routes? How much strength training is too much? What should you eat the week before a marathon? And is a 140km training run too close to race day? Tune in...

Can you run your easy runs too easy? What’s the best way to fuel for a half marathon? Should runners over 50 lift super heavy? In this jam-packed Q&A episode, Coach Lindsey & Brad tackle top training questions, including sub-threshold training, hill repeat rest intervals, and the right balance of strength and running. If you’re looking to fine-tune your training and avoid common mistakes,...

In this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast , we continue our Deep Dive into Individualization , focusing on Lever 2: Structure —the key to training smarter, not harder as you age. 🎯 Why structured training is essential for performance after 50 🏃‍♂️ How to balance speed work, endurance, and strength training ⚡ The biggest mistake older runners make (and how to avoid it!) 🛠️ How to tweak you...

In this episode of the Fast Beyond 50 Podcast , Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry take a deep dive into the individualization of training for runners over 50 —and why a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work. Discover the three major levers you can pull to personalize your training for maximum results and longevity : ✔️ Consistency – Why it's the #1 key to running strong for years to co...

Struggling with cadence? Confused about tying your running shoes? Wondering why marathons never seem to get easier? In this Q&A episode, Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad tackle your burning running questions—plus, Brad reflects on his latest marathon struggle. Tune in for expert advice, training insights, and a few laughs along the way! 

In this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast, Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry sit down with an inspiring guest—Geoffrey Abrams, a lifelong athlete and a key member of the Coach Parry community. Geoffrey has defied the odds, proving that age is just a number when it comes to running performance. 🏃‍♂️ From struggling with injuries and plateauing in his training to running multiple sub-3-hou...

Struggling with recovery or recurring injuries as a runner over 50? This episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast has everything you need to train smarter, stay pain-free, and keep running strong. Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad Nadauld share proven strategies for overcoming common challenges older runners face—plus, one powerful tip that could completely change your long-run recovery. Ready to unlock...

This episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast dives deep into the common challenges runners over 50 face when translating their strong 5K or 10K times into successful longer distances, such as half marathons and marathons.  Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry discuss factors affecting performance, including improper training, poor pacing, lack of strength training, nutrition errors, environmental...

🔔 Got questions on running after 50? Click here to submit your question for the podcast: https://coachparry.com/fbf-question In this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast, Brad and Coach Lindsay Parry discuss key topics for runners over 50, including whether marathon running is harmful to the heart, how to bounce back after COVID, the importance of strength training, using the MAF method correc...

Subscribe to She Runs Strong here: https://sherunsstrong.transistor.fm/subscribe Grab our female-specific training here: https://coachparry.com/running-through-menopause In this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast, we dive into the unique challenges and strategies for female runners over 50. Joined by special guest Shona Hendricks, a runner, triathlete, and expert on female-specific training,...

Start the new year with us as Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad Nadauld dive into common challenges for runners over 50, tackling real questions from the community. This episode covers: ✅ The Truth About Strength Training : Why it's non-negotiable after 50 and how even bodyweight exercises can make a big difference. ✅ Warming Up Takes Forever? Strategies to get into your groove faster. ✅ Running in...

Welcome to the final Faster Beyond 50 podcast for the year! In this episode, Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry help you map out your best running year ever with the power of periodization. Whether you're training for marathons, ultras, or shorter distances, learn how to structure your training, recover effectively, and hit your performance goals. You'll discover: What periodization really means...

In this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 podcast, hosts Brad Nadauld and Lindsey Parry delve into effective strategies for planning your race calendar and maintaining fitness between events.  They discuss the importance of structured training blocks, balancing running with cycling, and interpreting fitness metrics from wearable devices. Whether you're preparing for a marathon or returning to runnin...

Welcome to this episode of the Faster Beyond 50 Podcast!  Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry dive into the transformative power of running your easy runs at the right intensity. Discover why slowing down is the key to running faster, recovering quicker, and avoiding burnout as you age.  Lindsey also busts common myths about "running slow" and shares practical strategies for building endurance wh...