The Free Speed Podcast

This episode isn’t just about coaching. It’s about why so many driven people burn out. We dive into topics like overtraining culture, the myth that more volume = more progress, the psychology of choking, and why running your own race matters more than keeping up If you’ve ever pushed too hard, compared yourself to others, or felt that “dark place” mid-race, this conversation will hit.

In this episode of The Free Speed Podcast, Tash and Cal catch up after a small break from the podcast and talk about what it really takes to make progress, in training, in personal growth, and in life. They dive into endurance, smarter programming, heart rate adaptations, and why consistency always beats doing more. We explain how the body actually adapts to training, the risks of overtraining, an...

In this episode, we introduce The Free Speed Method, a goal setting framework built around identity, focus, and accountability. Learn how to plan 2026 with clarity, create goals that fit your life, and build momentum without burnout.

On this week's episode of the free speed podcast, we are back after a little bit of a hiatus due to travel and moving out of Australia. We talk about the trip we took that explored the east coast of Australia, the chaos of moving out of Australia and how we are currently travelling Southeast Asia before heading home.

On this week's episode of the free speed podcast, we have our friend Filip Kolodziej, exercise physiologist, PHD student and endurance coach to discuss how to optimize your training using scientific principles for endurance athletes. Whether you're training for a marathon, triathlon, or just want to understand the science behind exercise-driven data, this episode will give you the tools to become...

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of endurance not just as a physical trait, but as a mental and emotional force that drives high achievers to push beyond limits in every area of life. From relationships to business to personal growth, endurance is often what separates those who succeed from those who quit too soon. However, often endurance pushes you further from balance. We explore...

In this week's episode, we dive into our main takeaways from moving across the world to Australia. Ten months ago, we packed up our lives in Canada and started fresh on the Gold Coast. Now as we prepare to leave, we’re reflecting on the biggest lessons this chapter has given us. This episode is a mix of raw honesty and gratitude, a reminder that growth often hides in discomfort, and that every...

On this week's episode we sit down with Ben Haldon; coach, business owner & creator. He opens up about realizing he didn’t need to chase being a pro Hyrox athlete and the maturity that came with letting go. We dive into downward gratitude and how hardship can become the launchpad for future growth. From honesty in relationships and surrounding yourself with people who make you feel alive,...

This week on the Free Speed Podcast, we break down our full Sunshine Coast Marathon experience. From fuelling and mental prep to the game plan that got us to the finish line, we dive into the strategies that helped us push through the kilometres that made us want to quit. We share the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned from one of the ultimate tests of endurance. We don’t know when our next...

On this week's episode of the Free Speed Podcast, it's 3 days before our first marathon at the Sunshine Coast and we’re breaking down everything from our race strategy and fuelling plan to the new Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 4’s we’ll be rocking on race day. From training for 16 weeks to dialing in nutrition, pacing, and mindset, we’re taking you behind the scenes of how we’re preparing to ta...

We started Free Speed with two $100 mics on our bed. Now we’re sitting in a studio with 6K cameras. But the part no one sees? The hours of unpaid work, the stress, and the constant “what if this doesn't work out?”In this episode, we talk about the reality of building a self-made brand at 24: the pressure, the burnout, the toll on mental health, and why we keep showing up anyway. Free Speed was nev...

In this episode, we sit down with Lockie Welch - mental health speaker, podcaster, triathlete, and founder of Big Love Clothing Co. From a dark chapter of drug addiction, overdose, and suicidal thoughts to finding purpose through movement, community, and self-work, Lockie’s story is raw, real, and incredibly powerful. We talk the path to recovery, identity, and what it means to take your pain and...

In this episode, we sit down with Ollie Moore: creator, coach, hybrid athlete, and founder of MOOREFIT - to talk about what it really takes to build your dream life. From rural England to creating one of the fastest-growing hybrid communities in Australia, Ollie shares the behind-the-scenes of building something with purpose. We dive into identity as an athlete and creator, burnout, staying true t...

Often the most overlooked part of training is training smarter rather than harder. In this weeks episode we dive into the importance of keeping training seasons year round and how redlining your body too often can lead to burnout, injury or plateaus.

After a 4-week break, we’re back. Free Speed has officially entered a new era. In this episode, we unpack the rebrand, the vision for where we’re headed, and why this isn’t just a podcast anymore. It’s the start of the biggest hybrid community in the world.

In this episode, we break down how we feel 6 months in after moving to Australia from Canada- what’s surprised us, what’s stretched us, and where we’re at now — from trying (and failing) to find our groove with work, training, and social circles, to navigating the uncomfortable stages of growth. We get honest about the Hierarchy of Competence and how living abroad has forced us through every phase...

Training alone builds discipline. Training with others builds momentum. We dive into why your environment matters, how the right people elevate your performance, and what real community looks like in sport. Plus: a look at brands like BPN vs. Gymshark, and the future of Free Speed.

This week, we break down Calvin’s first Olympic triathlon in Byron Bay, Australia — the training build, race day details, what went well, what didn’t, and the biggest takeaways from each leg. No fluff, just a real look at what it’s like to take on a new challenge and what we’re learning along the way.

In this Free Speed Advice Session, we’re answering your Instagram questions—from staying motivated through injury to making training fun again when it starts to feel like a job. Plus, Tash made the switch from Apple Watch to Garmin, we started taking actual supplements (and feel like new humans?!), and we share a quick life update. Let’s get into it.

This episode is all about self-awareness—how you communicate, how your environment impacts you, and when it’s time to make a change. We break down key takeaways from The Diary of a CEO podcast with Jefferson Fisher and how it shifted our perspective on communication. We also dive into knowing when to slow down in training—especially when it starts affecting your relationships. Tash opens up about...

Thinking about running a half marathon? Whether it’s your first 21.1K or you’re chasing a PR, this episode breaks down everything you need to train smart, stay healthy, and execute on race day. We cover training fundamentals, pacing strategies, injury prevention, fueling, race-day mindset, and post-run recovery—so you can cross the finish line feeling strong. Ready to run your best half yet? Let’s...

In this episode, we dive into Calvin’s journey—from growing up as a competitive athlete to transitioning beyond university rowing. He shares how his mindset evolved through challenges, the values that shaped him, and how he found new purpose in endurance sports like triathlon and Hyrox. We also discuss the struggles of leaving a structured sport environment, staying competitive, and what’s next. I...

In this episode, we break down our experience at Hyrox Brisbane—everything from taper week, pre-race nerves, and strategy to how it actually felt station by station. Cal hit his sub-65 goal, Tash learned some tough lessons, and we both walked away with takeaways for the next one. Whether you raced this weekend or are thinking about signing up for your first Hyrox, this episode is all about the hig...

In this episode, Calvin flips the script and interviews Tash about her journey—how she went from someone who never saw herself as an athlete to building a brand, coaching others, and finding confidence through fitness. They dive into her childhood, the turning points that shifted her mindset, and how CrossFit, Hyrox, and running gave her a sense of purpose. Tash shares the challenges of building s...

What happens when an athlete and a non-athlete start dating? In this episode, we break down how our relationship evolved as Tash went from having no sports background to competing in CrossFit, Hyrox, and running races. We talk about the challenges, the learning curves, and how competing has shaped our dynamic over time. Plus, lessons for couples navigating different lifestyles—how to encourage wit...