Episodes

  • Tete Dijana: Inside the Mind of a Comrades Champion

    Tete Dijana: Inside the Mind of a Comrades Champion
    Oct 6 2025

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    In this special edition, Brad sits down with 2025 Comrades Champion, Tete Dijana. From his humble beginnings to becoming a back-to-back Comrades winner, Tete opens up about his training, recovery, mental strength, and the life-changing impact of the world’s greatest ultramarathon. This is a raw, inspiring conversation with one of the greatest modern-day Comrades athletes.
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    28 mins
  • Peak Block Survival: Recovery, Heat Strategy, and When NOT to Chase a Qualifier

    Peak Block Survival: Recovery, Heat Strategy, and When NOT to Chase a Qualifier
    Sep 29 2025

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    Berlin was hot-hot-hot and Lindsay felt every kilometer. In this episode of UP we cover: how to pace and cool in the heat, the smartest way to survive peak marathon block, what to do if an injury nukes your qualifier, a calm plan for Comrades 2026 novices, Two Oceans ballot realities (and alternatives), plus news on Cape Town pacing bands and Comrades’ new race director.
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    34 mins
  • Why Comrades Is About More Than Medals (Featuring Comrades Board Member Nontuthuko Mashimane

    Why Comrades Is About More Than Medals (Featuring Comrades Board Member Nontuthuko Mashimane
    Sep 22 2025

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    In this episode, we sit down with Nontuthuko Mashimane to unpack the incredible role of charities at the Comrades Marathon. We explore the inspiring causes behind the race, how donations make a difference, and—most importantly—how runners can get involved and give back while chasing their Comrades dream.
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    42 mins
  • The TRUTH About Comrades Pacing Buses

    The TRUTH About Comrades Pacing Buses
    Sep 15 2025

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    As we look ahead to Comrades Marathon 2026, Brad sits down with Stuart Mann from runningmann.co.za to unpack race-day data on pacing buses: how “sticky” they really are, who actually finishes with them, when they help (and when they don’t), and what this means for your race strategy. We also touch on negative vs positive splits, medal targets (e.g., Bill Rowan sub-9, Robert Mtshali sub-10), and a surprising look at where runners fall off—or latch on—late in the race.
    Plus: an emotional update on last week’s guest, Pie-Pacifque, and his remarkable story.

    🎯 You’ll learn
    - Whether you should run in a pacing bus or run your own race
    - Where buses gain/lose runners and why the 12-hour bus behaves differently
    - Why the sub-9 bus stands out—and where the 10-hour Wave 1 struggled
    - How half-hour “buffer” pacing (e.g., 11:30 for a sub-12) can raise finish odds
    - The reality on negative splits (down vs up) and how ego sneaks in
    - Practical tips to avoid congestion and tailor pacing to your strengths (ups vs downs)
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    39 mins
  • This Story Will Change the Way You See the Comrades Marathon Forever!

    This Story Will Change the Way You See the Comrades Marathon Forever!
    Sep 8 2025

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    From surviving the Rwandan genocide to conquering his first Comrades Marathon, Pie-Pacifique Kabalira-Uwase's story is one of resilience, purpose, and the true spirit of endurance. This is more than just a race; it’s a journey of survival, healing, and honouring fallen comrades.
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    36 mins
  • The Spring Comrades Marathon Shift

    The Spring Comrades Marathon Shift
    Sep 1 2025

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    Spring is here in the Southern Hemisphere and in this episode of Up, Brad and Coach Lindsey unpack where Comrades hopefuls should be right now, how to approach Cape Town & Soweto Marathon as qualifiers, and what first-timers (and two-year planners aiming at the 100th Comrades in 2027) should focus on next.

    You’ll get clear, practical guidance for September–November: weekly volume targets, sharpening speed with shorter intervals, smart race selection, and why strength training is non-negotiable (hint: most DNFs start the race already injured). We also chat about entry date rumors, qualifying windows, and what to do if you’re not marathon-ready yet—without the panic.
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    22 mins
  • 10:47 & Tears: Shaina’s Unbelievable First Comrades

    10:47 & Tears: Shaina’s Unbelievable First Comrades
    Aug 25 2025

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    Shaina-Rae, East Coast Radio host and coffee shop owner, shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey to completing her first Comrades Marathon in 10:47. From family legacy to a surprise post-surgery comeback, this episode is packed with heart, grit, and goosebump moments.
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    24 mins
  • From 11 Hours to Silver Medals in Comrades - The Sipho Marima Story

    From 11 Hours to Silver Medals in Comrades - The Sipho Marima Story
    Aug 18 2025

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    Resources mentioned in this podcast:
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    Get ready for an inspiring and energy-packed conversation with the unstoppable Sipho Marima as we dive into his journey from soccer to running, from half marathons to five Comrades finishes, and what his secret weapon is. We unpack the rise of Hyrox, the mental game behind chasing silver medals, and the life lessons this “cult” race keeps teaching year after year.
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    36 mins