Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

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Just ran Two Oceans (or any big race)? 🏃‍♂️Before you jump straight back into training… watch this.
In this episode, we break down exactly how to recover after an ultra or marathon, so you don’t waste your race, lose fitness, or pick up an injury heading into your next goal.
From real post-race experiences to simple “rules of thumb”, we cover:
How to know when your body is ready to run again
The biggest recovery mistake runners make
What your soreness is actually telling you
Nutrition strategies to speed up recovery
Why sleep is your secret weapon in peak training
How to bounce back stronger for Comrades
If you’re in a heavy training block right now (especially April into Comrades prep), this episode is essential listening.

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Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass
It’s peak Comrades training season… but are you actually training smart?
In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes runners make in April, when mileage is high, fatigue is creeping in, and injury risk is at its peak.
We cover:
⚠️ Why intensity could be ruining your training
📉 How to balance mileage without burning out
🏃‍♂️ How to use Two Oceans as the perfect Comrades dress rehearsal
🍌 Exactly how to dial in your race nutrition (45–60g carbs/hour)
🔁 The right way to recover so you don’t sabotage your next 6 weeks
If you're feeling tired, overwhelmed, or unsure if you're doing enough (or too much)… this is a must-watch.

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Resources mentioned in this podcast:
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Peak Comrades training is here… and with Two Oceans just 2 weeks away, runners are asking the same question:
👉 Can I race both?
But that’s the wrong question.
In this episode, we break down exactly how to use Two Oceans as a powerful training tool, without compromising your Comrades performance.
You’ll learn:
Why racing Oceans can hurt your Comrades result
The right pace strategy for your medal goal
How to structure your final long runs
The “Rule of 3” every Comrades runner must follow
How to train for hills, pacing, and run-walk strategy
If you’re serious about running your best Comrades… this is essential listening.

Grab our Comrades Training Plans here

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

You’ve just smashed a big long run… 
But what you do NEXT could make or break your Comrades.In this episode, we break down:
👉 Exactly how to recover after big efforts
👉 What to do if you ran it TOO hard
👉 How to avoid injury in peak training
👉 The real “silver bullet” for race day success
Most runners think fitness comes from pushing harder…
But the truth? It comes from what you can recover from.
👇 Let us know in the comments:
Did you stick to your long run plan… or get caught up in the vibe?

Grab our Comrades Training Plans here

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

Peak Comrades training is here… but many runners are about to make a mistake that could cost them weeks of progress.In this episode we talk about Om Die Dam, long runs, strength training, and the smartest way to handle niggles during peak training.
If you’re training for Comrades right now, this conversation could change how you approach the next few weeks.