EPISODE · Apr 24, 2026 · 1H 44M
The Perfect Marathon Strategy (According to Eliud Kipchoge & Paula Radcliffe) | MindSets Podcast | Episode 85
from The MindSets Podcast · host Angus Cook
🏃 EP. 85 – Marathon Week: Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe - The Big Race Day Strategy and How They TaperIt's London Marathon week, and we’re diving deep into how two legendary marathoners (Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe) prepare for race day. We break down their very different tapering approaches and how each one could work for you. We also look at how they actually pace and race, giving you tips if you’re running the London Marathon or just dreaming of your first 26.2 miles. Plus, we’ve got gym annoyances, sports news, and a quiz to wrap it up!⸻📰 Two-Minute NewsWe open with the biggest sports stories of the week. Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop.⸻😤 Grind My GearsWe read out and break down some hilarious listener-submitted complaints from gym frustrations or life quirks, we’ve got them all.⸻🏃♂️ Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe: Tapering & Race StrategyWe break down how Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe taper for marathons. Two contrasting approaches with lessons for any runner. Then we dive into how each races strategically, from pacing to mental tactics, and share advice for anyone preparing for their own marathon.⸻🎯 The GameCharles tests Angus with a sports quiz - some marathon-related and some from across the sporting world, plus a few surprises about Angus’ own sporting past!⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastHosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro02:XX Two-Minute NewsXX:XX Grind My GearsXX:XX Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe Taper DiscussionXX:XX Race Strategy BreakdownXX:XX The Game1:45:00 Outro⸻KeywordsEliud Kipchoge taper, Paula Radcliffe taper, marathon preparation, how to race a marathon, London Marathon tips, marathon strategy, marathon pacing, running podcast, endurance athletes, sports quiz⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #MarathonTraining #EliudKipchoge #PaulaRadcliffe #LondonMarathon #RunningTips #EnduranceAthlete #SportsPodcast
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🏃 EP. 85 – Marathon Week: Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe - The Big Race Day Strategy and How They TaperIt's London Marathon week, and we’re diving deep into how two legendary marathoners (Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe) prepare for race day. We break down their very different tapering approaches and how each one could work for you. We also look at how they actually pace and race, giving you tips if you’re running the London Marathon or just dreaming of your first 26.2 miles. Plus, we’ve got gym annoyances, sports news, and a quiz to wrap it up!⸻📰 Two-Minute NewsWe open with the biggest sports stories of the week. Quick, punchy, and everything you need to stay in the loop.⸻😤 Grind My GearsWe read out and break down some hilarious listener-submitted complaints from gym frustrations or life quirks, we’ve got them all.⸻🏃♂️ Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe: Tapering & Race StrategyWe break down how Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe taper for marathons. Two contrasting approaches with lessons for any runner. Then we dive into how each races strategically, from pacing to mental tactics, and share advice for anyone preparing for their own marathon.⸻🎯 The GameCharles tests Angus with a sports quiz - some marathon-related and some from across the sporting world, plus a few surprises about Angus’ own sporting past!⸻🎙 Follow and Support MindSetsListen Elsewhere: https://linktr.ee/mindsets_podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindsets_podcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsets_podcastHosted by Angus Cook and Charles Ingell⸻👕 Official PartnersWe’re proudly partnered with:Hystyle (@hystyleclo)Hysoxs (@hysoxs)PodiumChasr (@podiumchasr)Get 15% off your order using code MINDSET15⸻⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro02:XX Two-Minute NewsXX:XX Grind My GearsXX:XX Kipchoge vs. Radcliffe Taper DiscussionXX:XX Race Strategy BreakdownXX:XX The Game1:45:00 Outro⸻KeywordsEliud Kipchoge taper, Paula Radcliffe taper, marathon preparation, how to race a marathon, London Marathon tips, marathon strategy, marathon pacing, running podcast, endurance athletes, sports quiz⸻Hashtags#MindSetsPodcast #MarathonTraining #EliudKipchoge #PaulaRadcliffe #LondonMarathon #RunningTips #EnduranceAthlete #SportsPodcast
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