Go The Full Distance is the podcast for triathletes who live and breathe Ironman.
Hosted by Matt and Dave, this show is all about Triathlon the highs, lows, and everything in between — from brutal training weeks to race day, mental battles to gear chat, and all the dumb events endurance athletes keep signing up for.
If you're chasing finish lines, weekly long runs, and the kind of pain that makes you feel alive… you'll feel right at home here.
New episodes weekly. Swim. Bike. Run. Talk sh*t. Repeat.
In Episode 3 of The Full Distance Podcast, it’s Matt’s turn to share his journey. From Michelin-star kitchens in Europe to battles with addiction, depression, and starting over from scratch, this is …
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Welcome to the very first episode of The Full Distance Podcast! Formerly known as The Triathlon Lab, this rebranded show brings a fresh new format: two mates, plenty of banter, and all th…
In Episode 2 of The Full Distance Podcast, it’s all about Dave. Just 18 months ago, he was 125kg, battling poor mental health, and living a sedentary lifestyle. Fast forward to today — he’s an Ironma…
In this engaging conversation, Matt Butler and Sam Askey-Doran discuss Sam's journey through triathlon, including his recent bike accident, race experiences, and the challenges of transitioning from …
In this episode, Matt Butler discusses the evolution of his podcast format, transitioning from guest interviews to solo episodes focused on his journey to complete a sub 10 hour Ironman. He shares in…
In this conversation, Matt Butler and Daniel Barry discuss Daniel's experiences leading up to and following the Ironman World Championship in Kona. They explore the challenges of training, the impact…
In this conversation, Blake Parker shares his journey into triathlon, reflecting on his recent race experiences, training philosophy, and future aspirations. He discusses the importance of self-coach…
In this conversation, Matt Butler and Clayton Fettell discuss the evolving landscape of triathlon coaching, the impact of technology on performance, and the dynamics of age group racing. They explore…
In this episode, Matt Butler discusses his journey through mental health challenges, the impact of sponsorship issues on his podcast, and his plans for rebranding and revitalising the podcast. He emp…
In this conversation, Matt and Dave discuss Dave's journey to training for his first Ironman. They talk about the challenges and questions that arise during the training process and the importance of…
In this conversation, Matt and Hamish discuss Hamish's recent training and racing experiences. They talk about the challenges of training in cold weather, the durability of bikes, and the impact of i…
This is a race debrief between Matt Butler and Guy Crawford. They discuss the build-up to the race and the main takeaways from their training. They talk about the importance of volume and the challen…
In this episode, Matt Butler provides a review of his personal experience participating in the Cairns Ironman. He discusses his preparation leading up to the race, his mental health struggles, and hi…
Daniel Barry discusses his recent race at Port Macquarie, his training strategies, and his upcoming race at Kona. He reflects on his performance at Port Macquarie, highlighting the swim as an area fo…
The conversation explores the experiences of Matt Butler, a former chef in the high-pressure world of Michelin-star restaurants, and his journey through addiction and mental health challenges. The di…
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In this conversation, Matt Butler interviews Pete Brown, who recently completed his first Ironman. They discuss Pete's overall experience, including his anxiety leading up to the race, his fears abou…
Gus MacDonald, a competitive rower turned triathlete, discusses his journey in the sport and his goals for the future. He reflects on his transition from rowing to triathlon and the importance of str…
In this episode, Matt and Claire discuss the results of Matt's pre-season testing at the Sydney Performance Lab. They talk about the importance of training in the correct heart rate zones and the com…