EP237: Inside Andy Buchanan's Training: London Prep & Coaching Insights

This week on the Better with Running Podcast,  Chris hits a 75km training week, featuring a challenging 10 x 800m session on the road. He keeps building for his Half at Ballarat where he will join a large contingent of Run2PB athletes next month, Zacca received unfavorable results from his recent scan, indicating an injury setback, Chris offers up some ideas to keep him motivated in the gym!

Friend of the Show, Richie Egan joins the boys for a chat about his "Bloody Far 200km Run for Butterfly" on Saturday, March 15th, to raise funds for the Butterfly Foundation, a charity of personal significance. We here about the origins of this ambitious run, Richie's preparation, and what you can expect to see if you come down to support or watch this weekend.

Interview: Andy Buchanan,  Run2PB Coach and Australian Marathon Record Holder, comes back to the show for another chat detailing his current training ahead of London Marathon, he also answers some listener questions on his nutrition, strength work and training philosophies as a coach. Andy offers up a candid and open discussion on how he is tracking in 2025 so far.

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Details about Richie Egans Bloody Far Run for Butterfly

https://www.justgiving.com/page/richies-bloody-far-200km-run-for-butterfly?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

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