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In this episode, Luke and Adam dip into their training weeks with 5 weeks left to go until the Ballarat and London Marathons. They delve into various training techniques, including fartlek sessions and the Norwegian method, while emphasising the importance of recovery and hill training. The conversation also touches on personal experiences with running gear and the mental aspects of training. The boys also recap their experiences with various running shoes, particularly the Adidas Pro 4 and AlphaFly, while discussing their preferences and performance insights. They finish up by highlighting the importance of comfort during long runs, and share training strategies for marathon preparation, including nutrition and gel intake. Safety considerations for runners are also touched upon, along with recognition for recent race finishers.
00:00 Introduction and Marathon Training Updates
05:52 Fartlek Training Explained
12:04 The Norwegian Method and Its Origins
17:31 Recovery Signs and Strategies
23:46 The Importance of Hills in Training
30:09 Luke's Training Week Recap
39:17 Shoe Preferences and Performance Insights
42:10 Comparing Running Shoes: Pro 4 vs AlphaFly
45:18 The Importance of Comfort in Long Runs
48:39 Training Strategies for Marathon Preparation
52:42 Gels and Nutrition: Training the Gut
01:00:04 Safety Considerations for Runners
01:07:16 Weekend Plans and Upcoming Races
