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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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We’re officially in the home stretch — just 100 days left in the year. In this episode, we break down how to set (and actually stick to) meaningful goals for the final block of 2025.

Matt recaps his recent 50km ultra, Georgia sets her sights on her first triathlon, and we talk through everything from seasonal motivation dips to goal fatigue, process goals, and staying consistent through chaos.

Also inside:
– Georgia becomes co-owner of The Performance Project
– How to set goals when you feel burnt out
– Balancing holiday fun with long-term progress
– Why social runs can hurt your performance (and when they’re totally worth it)

🎧 Listener Q&A:
– How do I stay consistent through the holiday season?
– What’s the difference between life burnout and overtraining?
– How do I balance social runs with performance goals?

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Would You Rather... + Listener Q&A

This week, Georgia and Matt are back behind the mics with a loaded episode full of laughs, lessons, and listener questions. From a round of “Would You Rather?” to the raw realities of marathon setbacks, they cover it all: motivation dips, shin splints, training without a race, and how to mentally reset after a bad performance.

Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or training for your first 10K, this one has something for every runner.

Also inside:
– Georgia signs up for a surprise race (and maybe a triathlon??)
– Matt hits 122km in one week — just a casual 50K ultra incoming
– Listener Qs: training without a race, marathon vs half, shin splints, motivation, and more

🎧 Listener Q&A:
– How do I train if I don’t have a race on the calendar?
– I hit 18K and feel wrecked — how do I know if it’s too much?
– When do you know you’re ready to go from a half to a full marathon?
– What do I do if I’m still haunted by a bad race?
– How do I stay motivated when progress feels slow?

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This week we’re diving headfirst into ultra marathons — what they are, how to train for them, and whether 100km is a dumb idea (Matt’s words). If you’ve ever finished a marathon and thought “what now?” — welcome to the next level.

Matt breaks down his own ultra prep, fuelling strategy, and what a 36km “training run” really looks like. Georgia tries trail running again (it goes as well as you’d expect), and we answer your questions about distances, gear, sleep breaks, and race day meltdowns.

Also inside:
– The six-foot bunny hallucination
– Aid stations: buffet table or war zone?
– Gear that actually matters (and what doesn’t)
– How long to train for your first ultra
– Is this the logical next step after a road marathon?

🎧 Listener Q&A:
– How long should you train for your first ultra?
– How do you know you’re ready for 50km or 100km?
– Do you really sleep in races this long?
– What gear is worth the splurge?
– How the hell do you fuel for 12+ hours?

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Gear, pacing, safety tips & how to not get eaten by a snake (sort of).

In this episode, we go deep into all things trail running — what gear you actually need, how to train for your first trail race, and why trail running is one of the most underused tools for road runners.

Georgia brings the beginner questions, Matt brings the ultra trail prep, and by the end, you might just find yourself Googling "UTMB 2026."

Also inside:
– Trail shoes, vests, flasks & must-have gear for the trails
– How to avoid post-race blues and enjoy downtime
– Community vibes, trail etiquette, and why trail runners are chill
– Georgia meets Kipchoge (and her mum tells everyone on the light rail)

🎧 Listener Q&A:
– How do I balance trail runs with road training? (Daniel)
– What if I get lost — is there an app or GPS for beginners? (Priya)
– How can I tell if I’m improving without pace data? (Hannah)
– How do I train for a trail race if I live in a flat city? (Emily)

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Sydney Marathon 2025 Recap
Georgia’s sub-4 breakthrough, race day chaos & why the mental game matters most.

This week, Georgia recaps her Sydney Marathon — and yep, she finally breaks sub-4. We talk through her pacing plan, mental prep, and how it all played out on race day (spoiler: not everything went to plan).

Matt shares coaching insights from across the TPP crew, and we reflect on what makes marathon milestones so emotional — and so damn rewarding.

Also inside:
– Race week nerves, taper wobbles & race day breakthroughs
– Matt's take on DNF’ing vs. quitting
– Georgia’s emotional finish + the moment she found out her time
– Lessons from coaching dozens of athletes to the start line
– Why goals are relative — and why it’s worth putting them out there

🎧 Listener Q&A:
No formal Q&A this week — just real talk, raw moments, and what it actually takes to hit a marathon goal.

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