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The final episode for seasons 2026. The full panel is back to recap their race day and experiences of the 2026 Comrades Marathon.

The debrief of 2026. Jade and Larin are back to share how their day went. We talk about the week prior. The day itself and the takeaways.

On this episode we discuss the early years of running for Alex. We delve into his progression in times and then also distance. What has interested him in moving to ultras but also chipping away at his marathon time. We discuss his comrades learnings and the most recent 2026 result. ▪️2:11:41 marathon ▪️50km World Champion ▪️Maths Teacher & Father ▪️3x Comrades Gold medalist ▪️Importance of proper recovery and nutrition.

The full team are back. Wayne dials in from Dullstroom for an insight into the Hollywood Bets camp who have had Gerda Steyn for Company the last few days. We talk about the month that was, race plans and as usual much more. See you all in Durban.

Larin and Jade are back for the pre race episode. Taper and race plans discussed. Enjoy

Steph and Kirsten are back to Recap April. Steph recaps two oceans and her takeaways towards comrades. Kirsten headed to the Dubai mountains and is preparing for her final long run of the block. We also talk about being over trained vs accumulating fatigue.

April recaps Run:walk plans. Pacing plans Is running more over less days better than runner less over more days? All the usual chat and topics along the way.

The full team is back to recap the March. Kirsten raced in Barcelona, she tells us what that was like and also what its like currently living in Dubai. Steph is building up for two oceans and has half an eye on comrades. Wayne got stuck at work but is tracking on schedule. We discuss not over doing it. When to be peaking and what mental techniques are used.

Larin and Jade are back to recap the month of March. Jade fresh of a half marathon 4 min PB and a tempo long run marathon. Larin made smart decision and will be all the better for it moving into a big April. We also get through some questions.

Sarah Webster has represented the Isle of Man and Team GB. The 24hr record holder and on this episode we discuss where running started for her, her time on the Isle of Man, becoming a Vet, Staying in her comfort zone and what is still to come.

The panel is back after a great month of training. Wayne won a marathon, Steph came second and Kirsten qualified for Comrades. We recap the Month that was and finish with some listener questions.

Larin and Jade are back for Episode 2. 112 days to go at the time of recording. We go through their recap since we last spoke. They give an example of a training week and we finish with some listener questions.

Larin and Jade are back for episode 1 of their back to back mission for the Comrades Up Run. What have they been up to? What are the plans for the next 19 weeks? How do they go with the chatter of what everybody else is doing? Whats the plans for February?

Road to Comrades is back for another year in 2026 towards the Up run. We have two new panel members Kirsten and Steph joining Wayne. All 3 speak about their plans for the 2026 race and what their reasons for running Comrades are. Enjoy episode 1.

Bryan Lip shares his interesting story. Firstly about his over all life, moving to Australia at a young age, university life, choice of careers and then travelling the world chasing marathons. Bryan shares his views on living now instead of waiting for the perfect age. Enjoy the interview.