EPISODE · May 26, 2025 · 54 MIN
#40 - 2025 Great Ocean Road Marathon Recap - Chasing meaning over minutes
from Human Being School · host Nick Costantino
In this episode, we sit down just days after running the Great Ocean Road Marathon to unpack the experience — the highs, the struggles, and the reflections that followed.We break down the race itself, including pace strategy, conditions, and performance — but more importantly, we explore how this event became a reminder of what running means beyond times and splits.⛰️ In This Episode:Race BreakdownPre-race mindset & goalsThe conditions on the day (including wind and pacing)Fueling, heart rate, and body feedbackWhen things started to unravel — and what we did nextLessons from the RoadHow setbacks during the race revealed gaps in training and mindsetThe role of long run distance in marathon prepRecognising how checking out mentally can impact physical performanceHow illness and context matter — and why self-compassion is keyPutting Performance into PerspectiveUsing reflection to find growth in disappointmentWhy times don’t tell the full storyReframing effort as a win — especially when conditions are stacked against youWhat this means for the next block of training (and Melbourne Marathon in October)This Month’s MentorsWe share the books, podcasts, and quotes that kept us grounded and inspired during the last month.🏃♂️ Why We RunAt its core, this episode is a reminder that running is about more than a finish time — it's about connection: to yourself, to others, and to something greater.Whether you’re a marathoner, a weekend jogger, or just someone navigating life’s long roads — we hope this one hits home.🎤 Got a question or takeaway? Message us @HumanBeingSchool or leave a review to share your thoughts.
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In this episode, we sit down just days after running the Great Ocean Road Marathon to unpack the experience — the highs, the struggles, and the reflections that followed.We break down the race itself, including pace strategy, conditions, and performance — but more importantly, we explore how this event became a reminder of what running means beyond times and splits.⛰️ In This Episode:Race BreakdownPre-race mindset & goalsThe conditions on the day (including wind and pacing)Fueling, heart rate, and body feedbackWhen things started to unravel — and what we did nextLessons from the RoadHow setbacks during the race revealed gaps in training and mindsetThe role of long run distance in marathon prepRecognising how checking out mentally can impact physical performanceHow illness and context matter — and why self-compassion is keyPutting Performance into PerspectiveUsing reflection to find growth in disappointmentWhy times don’t tell the full storyReframing effort as a win — especially when conditions are stacked against youWhat this means for the next block of training (and Melbourne Marathon in October)This Month’s MentorsWe share the books, podcasts, and quotes that kept us grounded and inspired during the last month.🏃♂️ Why We RunAt its core, this episode is a reminder that running is about more than a finish time — it's about connection: to yourself, to others, and to something greater.Whether you’re a marathoner, a weekend jogger, or just someone navigating life’s long roads — we hope this one hits home.🎤 Got a question or takeaway? Message us @HumanBeingSchool or leave a review to share your thoughts.
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#40 - 2025 Great Ocean Road Marathon Recap - Chasing meaning over minutes
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