The Two Oceans Half Marathon Podcast

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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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 hacks, nutrition do’s and don’ts, and what to avoid in the final days before the Two Oceans Half. 
From phantom pains to pacing bands — this one’s jam-packed. Hit play, calm the nerves, and get ready to crush race day.

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 episode, we cover:
✅ The importance of tapering and how to do it right
✅ Why “when in doubt, leave it out” is your new mantra
✅ How to avoid illness and injury before race day
✅ The best nutrition, sleep and hydration tips for peak performance
✅ How to use our pacing bands effectively (and why time > pace on race day!)
✅ What to plan now – from seconding support to gear checklists

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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.
🚀 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The last big training week – what to focus on
✅ How to set a realistic goal time based on your training
✅ Why you shouldn’t cram missed training runs this close to race day
✅ How to avoid injury & stay healthy in the final weeks
✅ The importance of pacing and the Coach Parry pacing charts
✅ What to expect in the upcoming taper phase