Τα καλύτερα Parkrun podcast (2025)

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Episode 427 - Onions Have Layers 1:14:54

6d ago1:14:54

1:14:54

Toc is in the swivel chair this week, after setting a new record at Panboola Wetlands parkrun. Mel stayed local with all the layers at Toolern Creek. We bring you lots of news from The Netherlands Special Day and the NT, which includes roving reports from Katherine Hot Springs, Gungahlin and Burrum Heads Beach parkruns. There’s lots more – but you’…

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Episode 426 - Lost Property 51:48

11d ago51:48

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In this episode we discover what Mel lost at Reynella East parkrun and hear Simons reflections on Hidden Vale. There’s Ascension Day chatter and a report from Puolarmaari in Finland. Plus lots of mail in the inbox.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Episode 425 - Tracky Dacky Doo Dah Day 1:17:53

19d ago1:17:53

1:17:53

Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah, Zip-A-Dee-Day, My oh My it’s Tracky Dacky Day! But you won’t know what on earth we mean until you listen. What you will also discover is Mel and Toc excited about new Merch, a swather (yes that old chestnut) of overseas launches, inspirational emoji interpretation and the conversion rate of the British pound. Plus, lucky listener…

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Episode 424 - Reaching a Rec-Ord 55:14

26d ago55:14

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Sarah and Simon team up for another week to bring you the latest in the parkrun world. There are roving reports from Lyndell at Highfields, Ruth at Pont y Bala and Heather from Taree parkrun. There’s mention of a rodeo, lots of launches, endemic species and let’s not forget a tongue twister or few.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Episode 423 - The Hope Song 50:00

1M ago50:00

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With FOMO from last week, Simon joins Mel on Level Two with a View. Mel celebrates at Peppertree while Simon revisits Fodder Forest parkrun. We have roving reports from Lyme Park and Potternewton parkruns’ in the Uk for two special 250 celebrations. Meanwhile Reginald has their Eurovision pants on.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Episode 422 - Potato, Potarto 1:12:25

1M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

Special guest host Danny Norman from With Me Now pod joins Mel this week on Level Two with a View. Danny adventured to Stuntney Estate parkrun while Mel revisited Berwick Springs. Across the ditch Alison was joining the nuptials at Hagley, while Reginald has begun a new ‘round the world’ trip. Join us for loads of laughs, and marvel at our efforts …

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Episode 421 - There's No Place Like Home 1:18:41

2M ago1:18:41

1:18:41

Toc and Mel have returned from New Zealand to enjoy running back on home soil. But not before they caught up again at Pyramid Hill Golf Trail parkrun. Amongst the news from around the globe were roving reports from Calum at Market Bosworth Country, Ingrid at Australian Standing Stones and PK pops in from Port Broughton parkrun. And that’s not the h…

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Episode 420 - No Indeed. Indeed, No 42:40

2M ago42:40

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Simon and Sarah are both back with a belly full of Easter eggs. They discuss the many records broken this week across Australia and Budgie makes an appearance back down under. There are roving reports from Warrandyte River Reserve and Shrewsbury parkrun. Let’s not forget, a snippet from the founder of this event that brings us together each week.…

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Episode 419 - palm 25 59:08

2M ago59:08

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Mel & Toc took the show on the road to Queenstown in New Zealand for the 8th palm, and the first outside Australia. We spoke to our two international attendees - Johan Duvenhage from Sud Afrique and Ali Sheppard from the UK. Lyndell and Tracey ran the quizz, and we enjoyed our usual Q & A with the live audience ... some of which you will get to hea…

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Episode 418 - Yeah Nah 1:15:17

3M ago1:15:17

1:15:17

In our last episode before palm25 we hear from Toc about his new event at Eildon Pondage while Mel was adventuring on the road to Drage Reserve. Mel got ranty about stuff. Invy is the new Voldemort. And we have roving reports from Surat Memorial Park and Letsatsi Lodge. Plus all the usuals as we bid farewell to updates on Birtinya Island.…

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Episode 417 - Baby Brain is Real 40:07

3M ago40:07

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Sarah is back in the comfy chair, talking with Simon about the last seven weeks, cyclones and a few records. We have a roving report from Penrith parkrun (not the one in Western Sydney). There were two exciting launches, with at least one going straight to the top of the bucket list. Tune in to see which two unlikely Adventurers also cross paths.…

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Episode 416 - Falicitating Fun 1:02:45

3M ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Mel and Toc are here to mention Ingrid – over and over. And we falicitate all the reports on French omissions, CEO disappearances and cyclone impacts. Cryptic? That’s the point! Plus we have roving reports from Toowoomba, University of WA and du Bois de Boulogne, Paris. Listen in.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Episode 415 - Pow Wow to PALM 1:05:06

3M ago1:05:06

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Guess who’s back on Quandamooka country? It’s Simon! And he’s joining Mel to steer the ship and track the plane. Speaking of planes, Budgie hit his mark at Black Rocks parkrun and has another mission plus Alison investigates South End Reserve in NZ. That’ll do for another week.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Episode 414 - Wombling Free 1:12:50

4M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

Toc returns to the host chair to an inbox overflowing. Mel loves the emails that mention her Magpies and discussions continue about Number Checkers. We hear from Calum at Holyrood, PK joins from the new Drage Reserve and Lyndell the Legendary celebrates at Golden Beach parkrun. Did you Tu-Tu up last week? Dazzas was full of colour, just the way we …

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Episode 413 - Transport & Tryouts 56:51

4M ago56:51

56:51

This week Mel has a familiar yet new voice on the pod. You'll need to be patient to see who's who, so listen up now. We talk about juniors, transport, and Valentine's Day adventures - and we want to hear your transport trips next week.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Episode 412 - Another One Bites the Dust 1:19:59

4M ago1:19:59

1:19:59

All the fun was on the Bellarine this week with Mel partying at Portarlington, and TOC travelling down via Emerald Lake parkrun. Coincidentally, we have a roving report from Emerald Lake as well as one from St. Albans in the UK and Neckarufer in Germany. Plus - all the usual banter. There’s even an announcement at the end. The clue is in the title.…

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Episode 411 - GPS fails 59:01

4M ago59:01

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We found him!! No, not Simon – although he’s here with Mel this week after gatecrashing Sirromet’s party. Fresh from a Vergara visit, Mel has challenges on the brain trying to keep Reginald engaged, so he doesn’t run away like the previous unpaid staff. The roving reporters are busy, reporting in from Gordon Carmichael Reserve, Beeeevahhh (Belvoir)…

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Episode 410 - Aussie Aussie Aussie 1:21:48

5M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

We’re feeling patriotic this week! Mel revisits Sale parkrun and TOC adventures north to grab a new event at Huskisson. We have NZ stats, Royal news from the UK, plus roving reports from Beverley Westwood, Hanmer Forest and Birtinya Island parkruns. Reginald is feeling passionate, Charles emails with a Tassie update and the launches roll in. Oi Oi …

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Episode 409 - Give us a hug 51:20

5M ago51:20

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Simon’s back from leave to join Mel on Level Two. While he recaps his holiday break, the roving reporters join in from Ashburton Domain, North Harbour and Queens Domain parkruns. Plus, there was a swather of launches across the world. Listen in and remember to look out for the listener challenge.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Episode 408 - Back to the Office 1:08:28

5M ago1:08:28

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It’s a new year of podding and we are out of the gates with Melissa & TOC, catching up on their Christmas & New Year parkrun holidays. Our roving reporters have been busy too! This week we feature Ali Sheppard from Hellbrunn and Bushy parkruns, as well as Lyndell the Legendary at Gainsborough Greens.…

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Project 20 - Season 1 Finale | The Shoe Came Off... Literally 6:29

6M ago6:29

6:29

Welcome back to Project 20! Season 1 of this journey has come to an end in the most unexpected way. Today’s final time trial started strong—358, 356 splits—and for the first time, I felt like sub-20 was within reach. And then... my shoe fell off. Yes, you read that right. After over 4,000 runs, my shoe literally came off during one of the most impo…

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Project 20 - Week 27 Update | Doubts, Determination, and the Final Push 1:32

6M ago1:32

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 27 of what started as a 20-week journey is done, and I’m less than a week away from my next sub-20 time trial. Honestly, I don’t feel ready—mentally or physically. After three weeks of intense build training, I’m sore and doubting whether I can hit sub 20 this Saturday. But, some of my best PBs have happened when I …

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Episode 407 - Highlights and Hopes 1:03:33

6M ago1:03:33

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It’s our Christmas edition and Mel is joined by Simon, Toc & Sarah to recap their highlights and achievements from 2024, and look forward to what may come in the new year. Crack a bon bon, put your party hat on and enjoy our festive banter as we wrap up another year of the parkrun adventurers.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Project 20 - Weekly Update | Stiff, Sore, and Sorry (But New Shoes!) 2:19

6M ago2:19

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Welcome back to Project 20! This week was tough—stiff, sore, and mentally drained. The speed session went well, but by the long run, everything felt slow and painful. Friday’s planned session didn’t happen, and I pushed it to Saturday, only to find out that my “rage fuel” ran out before the first kilometre. Breaking from the program for the first t…

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Episode 406 - White-marks the spot 1:02:52

6M ago1:02:52

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A surprise co host pops in to talk about the weekend away for Whitemark Wharf parkrun. Simon goes to another Birthday celebration, at Minnippi parkrun. Budgie's plans are changed. Two parkrunners break Australian records in longer events. There's a new first, with ANZ Pioneer achieved. Roving reports from Callum at Wendover Woods, Lyndell at Underw…

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Project 20 - Week 25 Update | Mixed Results but Staying Determined 2:17

7M ago2:17

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 25 is done, and it feels a bit like Groundhog Day—another week of ups and downs in training. Tuesday’s speed session went okay with 1km repeats for a total of 20:25 for 5k, but Friday’s track session didn’t go well due to leg soreness and struggles with speed. Despite the challenges, I’m staying determined and optim…

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Episode 405 - B4s Return 1:09:51

7M ago1:09:51

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Join Mel & TOC as they navigate the weekly parkrun news, rightly or wrongly, from across the globe. Sarah takes one small step towards South Beach Recreation Reserve, Alison follows a Southern Path and Tracey choo choo choo’s off to Old Esk Railway Station parkrun. Listen in, B4 it’s old news…Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Project 20 - Week 24 Update | Time Trial Reflections and Next Steps 1:43

7M ago1:43

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 24 is done, and today’s time trial at Sandgate parkrun didn’t go as planned. I started strong with a 3:55 first kilometre, but by the second kilometre, the mental and physical challenge got the better of me. Daily running and lingering recovery from COVID may still be impacting me, and I’m taking some time to reflec…

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Episode 404 - Boomerang 55:01

7M ago55:01

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Sarah & Simon are back to recap their Birthday parkruns at South Beach Recreation Reserve and Calamvale. We hear from Lyndell at Meadowbrook, Ruth at Harrogate and Johan at Big Bay. There’s talk of a boomerang doing what they do best and a world of launches. We challenge you to listen.Από τον parkrun adventurers

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Episode 403 - In the Poo 1:07:31

7M ago1:07:31

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Mel and Toc are back talking s#*t this week – so you know there is going to be laughs. We have two roving reports from Samford Parklands and another from Ruth Perkins at Meijo Koen parkrun in Nagoya, Japan. Dazza’s has all the elegance of a Melbourne Cup field, there is a plethora of launches to announce, plus Mel has another big idea! You better t…

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Project 20 - Week 23 Update | Best Track Session Yet and New Sub-20 Timeline 1:52

7M ago1:52

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 23, and we might finally be back on track. Friday’s track session was my best yet—absolutely smashed it! It was a huge confidence boost after a slow start earlier in the week. Coach Carl has planned a time trial for next Saturday, with a potential sub-20 attempt set for December 21. I’m cautiously optimistic and exc…

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Project 20 - Week 22 Update | Over Time and Nearly Back on Track 1:33

7M ago1:33

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 22, and what was supposed to be a 20-week project is still going strong thanks to COVID recovery. I'm inching closer to feeling “normal” again, and this week might mark a turning point. My Tuesday speed session showed a high heart rate for moderate paces, but Friday’s track session felt fast and solid. I’m hoping on…

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Episode 402 - With Mispronunciations Now 1:09:39

7M ago1:09:39

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Listen in from Wurundjeri and Quandamooka country this week for tales of p-indexes and visits to Cormorant Bay parkrun. The Ch 5 News Crew were busy bees at Coomera, Bellevue Park juniors, Esperance Foreshore and Baysgarth Park parkruns and the Birthday Boy is late to the party with his November wrap up.…

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Project 20 - Week 21 Update | Lingering COVID Fatigue and Pushing Through 1:40

8M ago1:40

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 21 is done, and the lingering fatigue from COVID is still affecting my training. Just five weeks ago, I was at peak fitness with a PB of 20:11, feeling stronger than ever. Now, the fatigue is holding me back, and recovery feels slow. It’s frustrating, but I’m committed to showing up every day, hoping that normal ene…

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Project 20 - Week 20 Update | Lingering Fatigue and Reassessing the Goal 1:43

8M ago1:43

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 20 was supposed to be the final week where I hit that sub-20 5k goal, but COVID threw a wrench in the plan. While I’ve recovered from the virus, the fatigue has lingered longer than expected, affecting my legs and overall endurance. I’m back in training, but I’m not yet at the level I was before COVID. So, we’re tak…

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Episode 401 - Adventurers Shine 44:49

8M ago44:49

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Simon and Sarah share their recent parkrun experiences, including Sarah's 70th run at Cottesloe and Simon's fun at Fodder Forest's 3rd birthday. They discuss upcoming events like Panorama Punish and celebrate adventurers who completed Chicago marathon, and hear from Lyndell at Sirromet parkrun. Join the community for more adventures, and don’t forg…

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Project 20 - Week 19 Update | Rest, Recovery, and Ready to Resume Training 1:16

8M ago1:16

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 19 is done, and it’s been a quieter week as my coach wisely extended my rest period after COVID. While I was eager to get back into training, in hindsight, I realize that the extra rest was exactly what I needed. Programming is set to recommence next week with speed and strength sessions, and I’m ready to get back t…

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Episode 400 - Thank you for the Music 1:14:51

8M ago1:14:51

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Mel and Toc bring you the 400th episode. A milestone of sorts. But there’s no party this time, just tales from familiar places and days spent with friends. Those who were celebrating were Ali Sheppard at Rosensteinpark parkrun , Germany, Tracy at Lawson, PK at Mount Barker and TOC at O’Connors Beach. Listen in to hear where our 700 Adventurers Club…

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Project 20 - Week 18 Update | Adjusting the Goal After COVID 3:21

8M ago3:21

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 18 is done, but it came with some unexpected changes. COVID hit me hard this week, throwing off the original plan to go for my sub-20-minute 5k in two weeks. After testing positive on Tuesday and negative by Saturday, I’ve realized it makes sense to push the goal out by four weeks, extending the program to 24 weeks.…

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Episode 399 - Das Ist Gut 1:07:09

8M ago1:07:09

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This week Mel and Simon are back together to talk a lot about Germany. Mel was back at Pucka, Simon returned to Redland Bay and Budgie checked in. There’s a new member of the team, filling in a gap left by someone who thinks they’re funny. Roving reports from Epworth Equestrian, Point Hut Pond & Otago Central Rail Trail, Alexandra and a challenge t…

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Project 20 - Week 17 Update | COVID Strikes Mid-Training 2:23

8M ago2:23

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 17 update is a bit different because, for the first time ever, I got COVID. I’ve never knowingly had it before, and it hit just as I was getting back into training after a few recovery days in Hobart. Tuesday’s speed session was a struggle, and by the end of the day, I tested positive for COVID. Training has been af…

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Episode 398 - Planes, Trains and Automobiles 1:15:41

9M ago1:15:41

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Olly returns for a bumper pod of mayhem and laughter, as Mel tries to keep him on script. We hear of Mels travels to Pirrama and Mount Annan parkruns as we farewell Streaky September. There are roving reports from Sonsbeek in The Netherlands, Sarah in Invercargill and the Warwicks catch up with Ryan as he farwells Tasmania. Happy International park…

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Project 20 - Week 16 Update | New PB and Final Push for Sub 20 Minute 5K! 2:01

9M ago2:01

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 16 is done, and I hit a new PB for my 5k parkrun! My watch recorded 20:11, while the official parkrun time was 20:14—both beating my previous PB of 20:19 from two and a half years ago. This has given me the confidence boost I needed as we head into the final four weeks. I’m feeling more motivated than ever to dial i…

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Episode 397 - The Grate Return 55:50

9M ago55:50

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Simon and Sarah are reunited to discuss their latest adventures to Samford Parklands and Dolls Point parkruns. There are roving reports from Alison visiting Orakei Bay, Lyndell at Riemer and Janet at Yeldulknie Weir Trail. Lithuania is welcomed to the parkrun family, updates to the Bingoe card are discussed & Pippa has more insight into Streaky Sep…

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Project 20 - Week 15 Update | From Slow Start to Personal Bests! 1:21

9M ago1:21

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 15 is done, and it’s been a rollercoaster. It started off with a tough speed session where I couldn’t hit my target pace, but by Friday, things turned around completely. I hit my fastest times ever at multiple distances during a track session, which felt amazing! I’m feeling tired, but the progress is there. This we…

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Episode 396 - Oh What a Feeling! 1:01:20

9M ago1:01:20

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Do you want to know where palm 25 will be? Listen in this week because we have an announcement… We also have Mel and TOC bringing you another episode with news of Budgie, Inverloch parkrun’s birthday celebrations and Mel’s return to Nhill in regional Victoria. There are roving reports from Warner Lakes, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea and Hanmer Forest parkru…

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Project 20 - Week 14 Update | Feeling Faster and Pushing Through the Hard Sessions 1:45

9M ago1:45

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 14 is done, and it’s been another great week! I’m definitely getting faster, and I’ve really come to understand that the more effort I put into these sessions, the more I get out of them. Speed sessions are going well, but hills... they’re the worst! Still, they’re helping build strength and endurance, so I’m leanin…

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Revisits and Backflips 1:22:54

9M ago1:22:54

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Mel & Toc return with a bumper pod filled with revisits and backflips! There’s a 1000th event, 10,000,000th barcode, 5k app adjustments and TOC shares news of his trip to Victory Heights to escape the wind. We have roving reports from Sewerby parkrun and Dolls Point, and Janet is back catching up with Wildflower ED Andrea Doney aka The Slow Coach. …

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Project 20 - Week 13 Update | Confidence Boost and Running with Zeke 🐾 1:24

9M ago1:24

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 13 is done, and it’s been a great week. After last week's time trial didn’t go as planned, this week was a turnaround. Coach Carl joined me for an 8x400m track session, and I smashed the target times! Also, a special shoutout to Zeke , my running buddy this week. He’s done about 30 kilometers with me! It’s incredibl…

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Project 20 - Week 12 Update | Time Trial Reflections on the Road to a Sub 20 Minute 5K Parkrun 1:52

10M ago1:52

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Welcome back to Project 20! Week 12 is in the books, and it was a tough one. This week included a time trial, and things didn’t go as planned. Despite preparing well and feeling ready, sometimes optimal performance just doesn’t come on demand. The goal was a 20:19 finish, but I struggled to hold pace. It was hotter than usual, which might have been…

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