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The Coaching Roundtable

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The road to a successful trail run or ultra race is littered with bumps, falls, and numerous other failures. Every runner has faced debilitating injury, equipment failures, blisters, gut upset and sleepless weeks on that journey to success. Hidden inside each little mistake is a unique opportunity to learn. This podcast is about persistence, dedication, and a sprinkling of inspiration to get you out there winding along the trails, to achieve your wildest dreams. Join us each episode here at The Coaching Round Table.Contact us with questions and comments. [email protected]

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Episodes

  1. 47: watches telling you how you are feeling, coaches catch up and more!

    Can you trust your watch when it tells you your are 'unproductive? Do we race for fun or to suffer? Isobel, Daniel and Ashley have a chat whilst Isobel was on the road to Wandi Cross.

  2. 46. Barkley, respecting the race distance and getting back into running after injury.

    Hear from Isobel, Ashley and Daniel as we discuss Barkley and international travel, how Daniel has been reminded to respect the race distance (whatever the distance!!) and how Ashley is returning to running and how that can apply to you too!!

  3. 45. Barkley prep + more!

    Isobel, Ashley and Daniel discuss Isobel's Barkley prep and answer a listener question. To ask questions for the podcast, join The Coaching RoundTable Facebook Page! Click here.

  4. We're back for 2022!!!

    Yes, Isobel Ross, Daniel Farrugia and Ashley Druve are back to keep you entertained about all things running. This is the first of 12 episodes for the year, and it's a fun catch up. Ashley talks about how his return to running is going, Isobel shares her Barkley plans and Daniel discusses his...

  5. 43. Pacing for ultras

    In the first episode of season 3 we discuss a variety of topics including pacing for timed races (ie 24 hour races) and last one standing races, drugs in sport and technological advantages, plus each coach talks about their upcoming races. Fantastic article about pacing by Andy DuBois of Mile 27...

  6. 42. Injuries suck!

    This episode features an injured runner about to go under the knife to fix a bad knee and we talk about how this runner/coach is dealing with his/her injury. Listen in to find which one of our coaches has been dealt this difficult hand. Hopefully some of you can relate to this frustrating...

  7. 41. The name is Max... VO2Max!

    In this episode we discuss VO2Max after Daniel completed a test in the lab as part of a study at the University of South Australia. Daniel takes us through the protocols that go into VO2Max testing and we then discuss the ramifications for training. We then look at the pros and cons of this kind…

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  8. 40. What is a coach?

    What even is a coach? Do you need one? Will a coach make a difference to you as a runner? What do they do? Find the answers to these and many more questions and many more as we discuss the in and outs of what a running coach does and how they might help you. Wrap your ears around it!

  9. 39. Daniel's 100 mile debut

    Listen in as Daniel talks about his adventurous 100 mile race at the Hubert 100 in the Ikara-Flinders Ranges. Daniel outlines some lessons he learned along the way, most notably, what NOT to use as toilet paper.

  10. 38. Isobel's Incredible FKT

    In this extra special episode we discuss Isobel Ross' phenomenal FKT in the Victorian High Country. 290km. 12000m elevation gain. 67 hours. 1 Badass woman. Prepare to be inspired and a little bit grossed out. Congratulations Isobel! You bloody legend!

  11. 37. Perfectionism

    The quest for perfectionism is not unique to running. It is a very human trait that can either help or hinder us in life. Listen in as our coaches unpack perfectionism (or the quest for it) and how we can use it to better approach our training. Also, Isobel is enroute to her epic 280km run…

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  12. 36. Junk Miles

    What are junk miles? Are you bingeing on too many? Should we start calling them junk kilometres? Will they go straight to your hips? Do we have the same definitions? We answer these questions and many more about the topic of junk miles. Also, we hear more about everyone's training and Coach…

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  13. 35. The Seven Deadly Sins of Ultrarunning

    Sloth, Greed, Pride, Envy, Wrath, Lust and Gluttony. In today's podcast our coaches look at the 7 deadly sins of ultrarunning. How many are you guilty of?

  14. 34. The 10 Commandments of Racing Trails and Ultras

    Continuing the theme from last episode our coaches unpack the 10 of the most important things runners need to consider if they want to do well in trail and ultra races. Much debating was had! Listen in to find out what the 10 commandments are.

  15. 33. The 10 Commandments of Trail and Ultra Training

    In this episode, we attempt to settle on the 10 most crucial aspects of ultra training. Are there more than 10? Definitely. Was it easy to come up with this list? No. Will you disagree with some of the things on this list? Most likely. Have a listen and see if you can add to the list.

  16. 32. Hacks vs. Hardwork

    Are there any shortcuts to success in running? Can runners manipulate their training in ways to get race ready in the shortest amount of time or is it necessary to build success over a longer period of time. In this episode we explore some of the best and worst training hacks and hopefully dispel...

  17. 31. Group training vs. Solo training

    The power of training in a group is undeniably beneficial but the advantages of training alone are also highly beneficial. Which is best and how can we balance training alone and with running buddies to maximise training? Listen in to today's episode to get some lively chat and possibly some...

  18. 30. What to do when your race is cancelled.

    Sometimes races get cancelled at the last minute. This can be frustrating for many reasons. After investing large amounts of time into your training, followed by a perfectly balanced taper to then have a race cancelled at the last minute can be devastating to a runner. In today's episode, our...

  19. 29. How to maximise race success

    Listen in to today's episode as our coaches talk about the ways in which we can maximise race performance by focusing on small changes such as pacing, having an aid station strategy and much more.

  20. 28. Specificity

    Welcome to season 2 of The Coaching Roundtable. The first episode of 2021! In today's episode our coaches recap their training and then dive into the topic of specificity. What is it? How do we apply it to our training? Does it matter? Make sure you follow our Facebook page to stay up to date.

  21. 27. Self talk for runners

    In today's episode our coaches delve into the world of self talk and how it can make or break your race. We look at the power of the mind, with a conversation about adopting a growth mindset versus fixed mindset. We also talk about our own health issues as each coach has been suffering from a...

  22. 26. How do you stay satisfied?

    Ultra runners like to push themselves to new limits and levels all the time but when is it enough? Should we always be pushing to go further or faster or more wild or more technical? How do we find contentment in our running? Is the quest to go beyond our limits at the core of what it is to be an...

  23. 25. Women's Safety

    *Trigger warning* In this episode the coaches talk all about women's safety in the context of running in public places like trails and roads. Isobel leads the discussion on this incredibly important topic.

  24. 24. Minimalist Running

    Too many gadgets, devices, apps, fancy shoes and gear have made running quite expensive and complicated so in today's podcast our coaches talk about how we can make running more simplistic to rediscover the joy of running. What is minimalist running? Are you a proponent? Which one of our coaches…

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  25. 23. Are you over doing it in training?

    We've all done it from time to time. A little too much mileage, a little too fast, a little too often. Thats right, today we are talking all about over reaching and over training. What is it, how does it affect you and how to avoid it?

  26. 22. Dealing with injuries

    Injuries are an unfortunate reality of running. In today's episode our coaches unpack the physical and mental realities that go along with being injured.

  27. 21. Listener questions

    In this episode we discuss some of YOUR questions about running and training. If you have a burning question you would like discussed just post it to our Facebook page or email it to us at [email protected] Choosing the right races for you, gear safety in summer and more topics are...

  28. 20. Running as we get older

    Getting old is inevitable and presents some considerations for all athletes if they want to keep on running and maintaining a healthy lifestyle well into old age. Today, our old and wise coaches wade into this topic with a little bit of science, a little bit of life experience and a little bit of...

  29. 19. Stress and running

    How does stress impact your running? How does running impact your stress? How do we nurture the mind and body to cope with life stress, especially during times of emotional upheaval? This week's episode features a frank and honest conversation about stress and how we cope and how running fits in...

  30. 18. The Power of the Long Run

    Why should distance runners run long? How far and fast should our long run be? When should we run long? Our coaches delve into this interesting and always relevant topic and explore the nuisance around long runs for runners aiming for a variety of distances. If you have questions about how to...

  31. 17. Nutrition for Runners

    In this episode, the coaches talk all about food and nutrition for runners. It is just as important to fuel for our training and everyday lives as it is for race day nutrition. We discuss how we eat on an average day and how we fuel for races. An important topic for all runners to take note of.

  32. 16. Strength training for runners

    In today's episode, our coaches cover a range of topics including, the new 5000 metre world record, Ashley climbing mountains, Daniel running an impromptu ultra and Isobel talks about her 3km time trial training. We also delve into the topic of strength training and how to effectively incorporate...

  33. 15. Longevity - How to run for the rest of your life

    In this episode, our coaches talk about what it takes to become a healthy runner for life. Isobel talks about her 3km time trial and how she is approaching her training on 1 hour a day. Ashley climbs mountains like a boss. Daniel runs a Fartlek and nearly vomits. Enjoy.

  34. 14. Optimising your training

    As Victoria goes into Stage 4 Lock down this week due to rapidly increasing Covid 19 infections, our coaches talk about Isobel's experience and how she will approach training for ultra distances on only 1 hour of outdoor training a day. Each coach shares their views on how this could best work…

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  35. 13. Speed Training for long distance runners

    Do you have a need for speed? If you are a training for a 5km, 10km, marathon or ultramarathon (or any distance in between), there is a good chance you do have a need for speed. In this episode, we break down speed training and look at how and why runners should do speed work in order to become a...

  36. 12. Base Training

    In today's episode we cover a lot of ground! We go into the basics of 'Base Training'. What is it? Why is it important? How do runners build a solid base so that they can be the best distance runner that they can be. Listen in and take notes.

  37. 11. Running/Life lessons

    Running enormous distances teaches us many things about ourselves. On this episode of the Coaching Roundtable we share the biggest lessons we have learned from running. Things get deep on this one as we delve into our own experiences of running to improve mental health, develop perseverance and...

  38. 10. Dealing with DOMS and recovery

    This week, our coaches delve into the world of recovery as they look at DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) and many other aspects of recovery.

  39. 9. Staying motivated and committed to training through tough times

    Listen in as our coaches talk about motivation, commitment and what it takes to keep training with consistency through difficult times. Also, Coach Daniel goes into detail about his calendar club running challenge throughout the month of June.

  40. 8. Measure versus magnitude

    In this episode of the podcast we talk about the things that give us value as runners and how it influences the choices we make in training and racing. A deep and insightful episode.

  41. 7. How to pace an ultra

    Knowing how fast to pace an ultra for optimal performance is a mystery to many runners. It often takes years of training and racing to figure it out. In this episode, our coaches dig into the different approaches to pacing and attempt to arrive at a consensus on the best strategy. The coaches...

  42. 6. The art of the DNF - How to avoid, or cope with not finishing a race

    In the world of distance running, the dreaded DNF is something most runners try to avoid at all costs. In this episode, Isobel, Ashley and Daniel discuss their experiences with not finishing races and what they learned from the experience. Definitely a good episode for anyone trying to come to...

  43. 5. Mandatory gear - everything (almost) you need to know.

    This week our coaches delve deep into the sometimes confusing world of mandatory gear. Getting ready to run your first ultra or your 51st ultra ensuring you you have the right mandatory gear is incredibly important. Here is everything (almost) you need to know about your mandatory gear.

  44. 4. Trail to Ultra - What should you consider when moving up to the ultra distance?

    Following on from last week's discussion, our coaches discuss the move up to the ultra distance. Ultra running requires a huge commitment of time and effort so we try to break down the things runners need to know to hit those huge distances including long runs, socks, lubricant and much more. If...

  45. Trail News Cast #4

    Andrew Bonney from On the Edge Racing gives us all the latest in this edition of Trail News Cast.

  46. 3. How do runners move from road running to trail running?

    If you've ever wondered how to become a trail runner, this is the podcast for you. Our coaches look closely at the similarities and differences between road and trail running and discuss how a road runner can start running on the trails with minimal stress. Find out what gear you need (or don't...

  47. Trail News Cast #3

    Ben Hockings from Ultra Runners South Australia (URSA) joins the Trail News Cast to give us an update of his events in South Australia including the iconic Hubert 100, The Adelaide 24 hour and the Six Day event. Stay up to date on all your latest trail news right here. Follow the Coaching...

  48. Trail News Cast #2

    Alun Gwyn Davies from AAA racing and coaching shares an update on the status of his races throughout Australia. Get the latest trail running news right here. If you have a running related news story that the world needs to hear, send the team an email - [email protected]

  49. Trail News Cast #1

    Brett Standring (Race Director of the Blackall 100 and many other awesome races) gives us the latest update on the status of his races. Stay up-to-date with the latest Trail News on the Coaching Roundtable Trail News Cast. Do you have a newsworthy story or event that needs to be shared with the...

  50. 2. How should an athlete incorporate Strava into their training?

    Strava has become such an enormous part of many athlete's lives that our coaches thought it warranted its very own episode. Our coaches delve into the the pros and cons of Strava as a training tool and discuss their own experiences. Do you have a topic that you want the coaches to discuss? Shoot...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The road to a successful trail run or ultra race is littered with bumps, falls, and numerous other failures. Every runner has faced debilitating injury, equipment failures, blisters, gut upset and sleepless weeks on that journey to success. Hidden inside each little mistake is a unique opportunity to learn. This podcast is about persistence, dedication, and a sprinkling of inspiration to get you out there winding along the trails, to achieve your wildest dreams. Join us each episode here at The Coaching Round Table.Contact us with questions and comments. [email protected]

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