The Two Oceans Half Marathon Podcast

Race week is here. And here’s what you need to hear… 👉 You’re not getting fitter this week. The work is done. Now it’s about protecting it. That means: ✔️ Don’t test yourself ✔️ Don’t cram in extra training ✔️ Don’t try anything new ✔️ Don’t overcomplicate your nutrition Instead, focus on what actually matters: ✔️ Sleep ✔️ Nutrition ✔️ Hydration ✔️ Reducing stress Because this week isn’t about ga...

Pre-order Your Custom Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/ After 12+ weeks of training… this is the moment that matters most. The taper isn’t about doing more, it’s about unlocking the fitness you’ve already built. In this episode, we guide you through:  Turning training into performance   Letting go of panic and trusting your plan   Avoiding last-minute mistakes   Handling race-week ner...

Pre-order Your Custom Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/ Three weeks out from race day, it’s time to get specific. In this episode, Jamie & Ntutu break down the Two Oceans Half Marathon route, highlight the key climbs that will shape your race, and explain how to pace the course smartly from start to finish. They cover what to expect at the start, how batch seeding works, why this...

4 weeks to go… and things are getting real 👀 We’ve got some exciting updates to share 👏 but more importantly, this is a crucial point in your training. In this episode, we break down how to approach your final long run, what to do if illness or injury has disrupted your training, and how to adjust without panicking. Because here’s the truth: perfection isn’t the goal, showing up ready is. If you...

You might think a recovery week means easing off… but it could be the secret to your best race yet. In this episode, Jamie and Ntutu unpack why doing less at the right time matters more than pushing harder, plus the race-day gear mistakes that can ruin your run before the start line.

Six weeks. One goal. Two Oceans Half Marathon is getting real! The difference between a strong finish and a painful blow-up often comes down to one thing: pacing. In this episode of the Southern Cross Podcast, Jamie and Ntutu break down how to pick a realistic goal time, build a smart pacing strategy, and avoid the classic mistake that ruins half marathons: “banking time” early. You’ll learn: - Wh...

Seven weeks to the Two Oceans Half Marathon and the biggest mistakes are about to cost runners minutes. Jamie and Ntutu break down how to pace long runs properly, dial in gels and hydration without GI drama, and handle chaotic water stations without bleeding time. If you want to finish strong and race smart, this is your playbook.

We’re 8 weeks out from the Two Oceans 21K, and the biggest performance boost right now isn’t more mileage…  In this episode, Jamie & Ntutu break down why recovery is where adaptation actually happens, how to structure easy runs and rest days, the fueling rules (including the 90-minute guideline), the power of sleep, and whether you should trust your watch’s recovery metrics. If you want to arr...

With 9 weeks to go until the Two Oceans Half 2026, Jamie and Coach Ntutu break down exactly where you should be, what matters most right now, and the simple pillars that will determine your race-day success. 

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Pre-order your pacing chart before the expo – they’re waterproof, race-proof, and game-changers! Grab yours here: https://coachparry.com/two-oceans-pacing-bands  It’s race week! Whether you’re feeling excited or on edge, this episode has everything you need to cruise through the final stretch. Devlin and Shona are here to guide you through tapering tweaks, packing must-haves, travel tips, expo hac...

Pre-order your pacing chart before the expo – they’re waterproof, race-proof, and game-changers! Grab yours here: https://coachparry.com/two-oceans-pacing-bands Welcome back to the Southern Cross Podcast – your go-to source for everything Two Oceans Half Marathon! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ With just 2 weeks to go, Devlin and Shona dive deep into everything you need to know for your final build-up. In this episod...

Grab your pacing chart here: Grab your pacing chart here: https://coachparry.com/two-oceans-pacing-bands The Two Oceans Half Marathon is just around the corner—only 3 weeks to go! This is your final big training week , and we’re here to guide you through it. In this episode of the Southern Cross Drive Podcast , we break down everything you need to focus on now to ensure you’re ready for race day....

🚀 4 Weeks to Two Oceans Half! How to Pace, Conquer Hills & Avoid Race-Day Mistakes 🏃‍♂️ We're in the final stretch before race day! In this episode, Coach Devlin Eyden breaks down: ✅ The biggest pacing mistakes to avoid (so you don’t blow up!) ✅ A step-by-step route breakdown —where to hold back & when to push ✅ The 3 toughest climbs (and how to tackle them smartly) ✅ Race-day prep:...

Are you starting to feel the nerves with just five weeks to go until the Two Oceans Half Marathon? Don’t worry—you’re not alone! In this episode of the Southern Cross Drive Podcast, Shona and Devlin break down exactly what you need to focus on right now to make race day a success. 🎯 Here’s what we cover: - The Power of Recovery Weeks: Why cutting back your mileage and embracing recovery now can s...

In this episode of the Southern Cross Podcast, we’re diving into all things running gear—from shoes to kits, gadgets, and essential race-day equipment. 🚀 🏃‍♂️ Key topics we cover: ✔️ How to know when it’s time to replace your running shoes 👟 ✔️ Should you rotate your running shoes? The pros & cons ✔️ Are super shoes really worth it for the average runner? 🏅 ✔️ The biggest mistakes runners...

In this episode of The Southern Cross Podcast, Shona Hendricks and Coach Devlin Eyden break down the key training strategies as we hit the six-week countdown to the Two Oceans Half Marathon! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ 🔹 Are you running your long runs too fast? Learn why race pace training might be slowing you down and what you should focus on instead. 🔹 Walk breaks: Secret weapon or a sign of weakness? Discover...

With race day approaching fast, nutrition and hydration can make or break your performance! In this episode of the Southern Cross Drive Podcast, we cover everything you need to know about fueling for training and race day, hydration strategies, and the importance of strength training in these crucial weeks. 🔹 How to fuel your long runs and prevent hitting the wall 🔹 Carb intake & hydration –...

If you’re training for the Two Oceans Half Marathon, your recovery strategy is just as important as your workouts! In this episode, we break down the three pillars of effective recovery that will keep you fresh, injury-free, and performing at your best on race day. 🔹 We cover: ✅ The difference between rest and recovery (and why both matter!) ✅ How to adjust your training to avoid overtraining &...

9 weeks to go! Are you feeling tired, overtraining, or unsure how to balance volume and recovery? In this episode, Shona and Devlin cover: - Why your easy runs might be too hard - How to build mileage without burning out - The exact strength training exercises runners need (no burpees here!) - How cross-training can boost your performance - And what to do if you’ve already pushed too hard. Whether...

Shona Hendricks and Coach Devlin dive deep into the art of the long run for the Two Oceans Half Marathon. Discover how to build your endurance safely, why you don’t need to run race pace in training, and how to use races without overtraining. From pacing strategies and walk breaks to harnessing the power of time-based runs, this episode has everything you need to smash your half marathon goal.

Grab a Two Oceans Half Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/tom-half-2025/ Get ready to conquer the iconic Two Oceans Half Marathon with our all-new podcast series! Whether you're a first-time runner or chasing a personal best, Coach Parry's experts Shona and Devlin guide you through the next 12 weeks with practical training advice, strength tips, recovery strategies, and race-day p...