This week, Courtney and Liam kick things off with the top 5 running songs as voted by 500 runners – are they the perfect playlist picks or total misses? Then it’s back to the treadmill as they share their recovery runs, training tweaks, and Strava hacks as the Gold Coast Marathon looms closer. Plus, they dive into the Gold Coast Pro’s surprise venue switch and what it means for future comps, and the buzz around Wrexham AFC’s upcoming Aussie tour#running #marathon #fitnessFollow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on StravaSHOW NOTES:TrackHouse Running Songs
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GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - 7 WEEKS TO GO!
It’s a full house in the studio this week as Courtney returns, and Bronte gears up for her longest run yet – a 30K mix of trail and road. Benita shares essential advice on how to handle race day shoe choices, pacing strategies, and how to stay mentally tough when the going gets tough. Plus, Courtney’s back with some perspective on dealing with injury setbacks and how to reset goals with just seven weeks to go until the Gold Coast Marathon. Tune in for training insights, runner confessions, and a bit of banter to keep you going.Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastBronte on InstagramCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
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EP 34 - WHY IS COURTNEY WEIRDLY COMFORTABLE NOT RUNNING?
In this week's episode we go down some rabbit holes! Topics include:Trail Running vs. Eco-Tourism: Are we sacrificing raw adventure for accessibility?Aussie Records: Sam Clifford and Izzy Bat-Doyle smash 10K national records — but why aren’t they household names?Highs and Lows: From record-breaking splits to gut-wrenching injuries — the rollercoaster of elite endurance sports.Strava Predictions: Can AI really predict your marathon time after a month off running?Wings for Life World Run Wrap-Up: 71km to win — why the global charity run brings out the best in athletes.Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on StravaSHOW NOTES:Sam CliffordCam WurfMy Issue With Modern Hiking - Better HikingASICS Speed race Tokyo
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GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - EXPERT PHYSIO ADVICE, SLEEP MONSTERS & SOME INJURY PREVENTION TRUTHS
Eight and a half weeks out from race day and Liam’s calf is cactus. Again! So we brought in one of the best — Olympic team physio and Gold Coast Physio & Sports Health director Britt Caling — to unpack how to stay unbroken on your marathon build.In this episode:– Bone stress, calf dramas & the U-curve of injury risk– Why “just running” isn’t enough: strength, sleep & activation tips that work– What to do when you’re sick during training (plus the myth of running through it)– How to build a personalised pre-run routine (without losing your morning coffee)– When to actually go see a physio, and what good physio care should include– “Sleep monsters”, race hallucinations & the wild world of adventure racing🎧 Whether you’re chasing a PB or just hoping to make the start line, Britt’s advice is gold.
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EP 33 - TINDER RUNS, NOSE STRIPS & BAD MOTELS
Courtney’s back in the studio, Liam’s (sorta) back from injury, and the pod is back in full swing. We chat rites of passage in elite sport—are locker room hazings a thing of the past? Plus, stories from Lightning Ridge (spoiler: it’s no resort) and a load of Strava-fuelled chaos from Tinder run clubs to Cliff Bar nightclub ads.Also on deck:Courtney’s retro triathlon kit breakdown (radars + rad shorts)London Marathon wrap: Yee, Kipchoge, and a 1M entry predictionNose strip showdown begins Listener Qs: Are carbon shoes worth it if you’re not Kipchoge?🎧 Tune in, send us your Strava mishaps, and don’t forget to subscribe.📩 Audio DMs always welcome—bonus points for calling Liam “sub-elite.”Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on StravaShow Notes:Tinder Soulmates Challenge on StravaClif Bar x Strava
Welcome to the ‘In the Beginning Podcast’ – where Liam Flanagan - Triple M Radio Host and Courtney Atkinson - Olympian & Red Bull Endurance Athlete have a yarn about all things running, fitness, and life. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, have a listen for some real sports talk & a few laughs based all based around running . Recorded on the Gold Coast!
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