In the Beginning Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

This week, we learned it’s not just marathon PB’s at risk from Strava mule cheats – legit marathon qualifying times are getting messed up too.

In the WTF segment, we cover a few events that got the fellas' seal of approval, plus an influencer keeping it real and owning his actions.

Liam’s got his running mojo back, so we wrap up with our New Year’s running resolutions.

Courtney’s been hitting hard sessions out West and training with fast mates over Christmas.

We chat racing shoe weights, the top options from big brands, and finish with advice on the best way to track your running progress each week.

Show Notes:

Richie Porte Swim Set

WTF Segment

Water Run

Canicross

Dan Jones - The Porfessional Amateur

Shoe Maps

@worlderunners Racing Shoe Weight Chart

@staykalcerteam Shoe Rotation Map

Aroma Armour Bags for Shoe Smell

This week, we’re chatting about where our running motivation is at as we head into the Christmas madness. 

We also put an AI training program to the test—how smart is it, really?

And we’re diving into power equations in running, exploring whether they can help level the playing field and settle the debate of who’s the "better" runner, regardless of weight.

Courtney’s WTF segment is a wild ride, from Simon Says games to the mystery of the "Strava Mule." Trust us, you’ll want to know what that is.

Oh, and we’re debating whether competition is actually good for kids, and wondering if there’s a shift happening in nightclubs—could running be the answer to it all?

NOTES:

WTF SEGMENT REELS

Simon Says - ludwigs streamer games

Half marathon juggling - @runnerjmd

Courtney is in Los Angles at the Red Bull Athlete Performance Centre to find longevity in his running. Liam is running around with rocks at the bottom of Currumbin Creek. We go in-depth to discuss what qualifies as a run coach? What running cues will help YOU! The poll is in on what is the most popular Australian marathon to run in 2025. We finish with a new treadmill doing things different in a saturated industry.

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The peoples' poll is in! Liam & Courtney debate who is the best known runner in Australia - "Noise" or Performance. Headphone etiquette. We have the data to prove aerobic exercise will help you live longer. We give our take on the 3 endurance events you have to do in Australia. And confirm that Courtney can't ride a dirt bike like he can run.

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Co-Hosted by a Triple M Radio Host and an Olympian & Red Bull Endurance athlete. Today we chat what we've been up to this week, what the best Aussie marathon is to run? bit of footy off the back of the AFL Final and the pro training hours.

Co-Hosted by a Triple M Radio Host and an Olympian & Red Bull Endurance athlete. Today we chat what we've been upto this week, aggressive rehab techniques the rise of the running influencer and mastering negative splitting.

Co-Hosted by a Triple M Radio Host and an Olympian & Red Bull Endurance athlete. Have a listen to the intro episode about who we are, what we do for a day job and why a running podcast now?

This week, Liam is finally ready to share the big news about his new Radio gig! Hint: he's coming to the Gold Coast.

We dive into the growing trend of running and ask: Is it becoming too popular for its own good?

Courtney returns from his trip to Victoria, bringing more of the quirky WTF event content we've come to love.

Gout Gout! The hype is real, but where is this phenomenon headed next?

Plus, Liam calls out for listener questions—turns out more of you are tuning in than we thought! 

Thanks for listening and being part of the conversation.

Notes:

2024 Kettlebell Juggling World Games Freestyle Battle

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German Man Runs Marathon while baking a Cake 

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Board Shoe Racing

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This week, Courtney's out filming with Subaru in the Victorian Alpine Region, where he’s checking out the running hotspot of Falls Creek for the first time.

Liam’s got a real-world review of the new Pegasus 41s after making an appearance at Nike’s Sunset Runout on the Gold Coast.

Courtney also takes aim at some popular running tech, arguing it might be a bit of a scam—with some help from the guy behind the Norwegian Method talking on the Greg Bennett Podcast.

And to wrap things up, we’re continuing unique events—like the High Country Flyathon. Do we really need it? It’s a mix of running and fishing, and we’re not sure if it’s genius or just plain weird.

Notes:

The Greg Bennett Show - EP256

Silly season is here! Between sportsman lunches, Pro-Am golf, Christmas parties, weddings, and influencer runs, there's never a dull moment. This leads Liam to bring up the challenge of the infamous ‘Beer Mile’. Courtney shares insights into the three most unique races he’s ever competed in. We also take on the role of acting CEO at World Athletics, and once again discuss the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. And of course, we tackle the challenge of taming the infamous ‘brown snake’!