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This episode is all about your questions. From training in the heat and increasing cadence to coaching vs. self-coaching, we dive into the common challenges runners face — and what to do about them. Georgia shares her triathlon training update and future plans for the New York and Boston Marathons, while Matt talks big goals for 2026, including a top-10 Ironman finish and a return to the trail world.

Also inside:
– Training through summer: how to adapt without burning out
– Georgia’s coaching approach for beginner runners
– Matt’s path toward Ironman World Champs & Kosci return
– The mindset shift between racing and rebuilding
– Why cadence might not be the real problem

🎧 Listener Q&A:
– How do I get my heart rate down on easy runs?
– What’s more effective with limited time: zone 2 or intensity?
– Should I train through an injury or rest completely?
– How do I increase cadence as a slower runner?
– Is Jeffing realistic for time goals like sub-5?
– How do I choose my first trail race?
– Do I really need a coach — or can I self-coach?
– Tips for staying consistent over the holidays

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This week, we dive into a big one — alcohol and endurance. Matt opens up about his history with addiction, Georgia shares why she quit drinking, and we unpack how alcohol really affects your sleep, recovery, performance and overall mindset as a runner.

We also chat about identity, training motivation, and how alcohol fits (or doesn’t) in the culture of running. Plus, a few spicy thoughts on Strava, Runna, and whether time-based training is actually the smarter way to go.

Also inside:
– Georgia signs up for her first triathlon
– Matt reflects on post-ultra recovery and “soft weeks”
– Is Runna a good app for marathoners on a budget?
– The real reason Strava is losing steam
– How to shift from punishment to patience in early running

🎧 Listener Q&A:
– How do I stop walking during a 5K run?
– Is time-based or distance-based training better for beginners?
– What do you think of the Runna app if I can’t afford coaching?

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Not every training block needs a finish line. In this episode, we unpack how to stay motivated, structure your week, and keep showing up — even when there’s no race on the calendar.

Georgia’s kicking off her triathlon era, Matt’s coming down from ultra mode, and both of us are navigating the weird in-between season where performance and joy have to coexist.

Also inside:
– Why you don’t always need an “A race”
– How to structure hybrid training without burning out
– Georgia’s plan for swim, bike, run… and a social life
– Finding your spark again after a big goal block

🎧 Listener Q&A:
– Do I really need to run 160km to train for a miler?
– Why am I so hungry during my runs — even when I fuel?
– Will I lose run fitness if I start triathlon training?

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