Shows
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceSteve and Zoe Manning - IntrainingSteve is the founder of Intraining - a highly popular and successful run club and is a specialist run coach and sports podiatrist. His daughter Zoe is a champion runner with multiple wins under her belt such as the recent Noosa Ultra Trail 50km and the Boyne Valley 50. She was also recently awarded 2024 Young Female Ultra Runner of the Year for her outstanding performance at the Asian Pacific Trail Running Championships in Korea.Great people to chat with as we wander around the oval at UQ before an Intraining run session. https://intraining.com.au/...2025-07-2556 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceDead Cow Gully Backyard Ultra with Kristen LyonsTara and Kristen chat through what was a record breaking event out at Nanago. Kristen chatted with the likes of Harvey Lewis and did an amazing 13 laps herself, covering over 88 kilometers. When this interview was recorded Tara and Kristen had no idea the world record would be broken. 2025-07-1134 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceDr Raimundo Sanchez. Accurate Trail run Mapping.Raimundo is a Research Fellow at the School of Health Sciences at UQ where Tara works and is a keen trail runner. His research delves into how to accurately measure trail running courses so they are as close to apples for apples in the races that qualify you for events. This is especially relevant as we try to make trail running an Olympic sport in the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. He has also done a study personality types of trail runners. He is fascinating and delightful person and we loved chatting with him. 2025-06-2737 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceJohn DicksJon is an accomplished trail runner and has the added advantage of being very tall. He has been running since he was a child and loves it. We chat about night running, head lamps, sweat tests, knee injuries and how trail running helps, mentally, phsycially and emotionally. Jon's dad and immediate family are all great runners, so he has a wealth of insights and experience to share.2025-06-1358 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceMark StoneMark Stone is about to run in the coveted Western States Ultra Marathon in California. We chat about this iconic race and how he managed to get a ticket. Mark is philosophical about running and success and is in the process of writing his first book "The average runners guide to ultra Marathons" A more humble and likeable guy would be hard to find. Listening to this chat will do you good!2025-05-3045 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceMadison Grant McBride - Running and childbirthMadison joins us at Whites Hill for a terrific chat about all things pregnancy and trail running. Madison is a midwife and a trail runner and so has wonderful insights into both. Bryce even gets a hug as practical example of how oxytocin works.2025-05-1653 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceWe've Gotcha BACKyard UltraBryce and Tara participated in the Gotcha Backyard Ultra at Rocks River Park the other weekend. Tara ran just over 7 "yards" which is 50ks and Bryce ran 6 loops which is 40ks. Our buddies Dominique and Kristen both completed 10 "yards" which is 67k and it was fun to share this day together as a team. We all chat about the day and what we learned and then we catch up with our friend Lisa who was volunteering.2025-05-0232 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceRoss Barton. Race photographer.If you have entered a trail running event in Queensland like the Guzzler, Ross Barton has probably taken a photo of you - not in a creepy way - but as the official photography team that captures your finish line magic moments. Ross chats with Bryce and Tara at Whites Hill and shares about his running journey, his photography experiences and the many wonderful insights he has into trail events and life in general. He's a terrific fellow.2025-04-1843 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceNik NokNichole McKilliam - better known as Nic Nok is a seasoned ultra marathon runner and recently completed a Spartan obstacle race which is nothing short of extreme! Her journey has not been without it's challenges as she suffered a rare and scary spinal stroke which left her unable to walk and in extreme pain. She is a inspiring and delightful human and I'm sure you will enjoy hearing her story. She is raising funds for stroke research so if you want to donate here are the links. "I’ve called the fundraiser run for resilience"...2025-04-0441 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceTara and Bryce catch up and chat about what's coming up.Tara and Bryce wander through Whites Hill while waiting for Cyclone Alfred to hit and catch up with each other and share what about our first year of podcasting together and the events we are planning for the next few months. The Noosa trail event, Backyard Ultras, Bryce's 61st birthday run, a Multi day ultra and even a Goggins challenge are all on the radar. This podcast survives because of our friendship, our love of trail running and the continued interest and support of our listeners. We are always looking for new ideas on who to interview and l...2025-03-2133 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceHeather Hawkins. Adventurous Spirit.Heather Hawkins is a woman of two lives - from an everyday mother battling Ovarian Cancer with an unknown future to conquering the world of extreme marathons and adventures. Heather chats with Bryce and Tara about her extraordinary life and the minset and courage that has enabled her to achive what most of us consider to be impossible. She is humble, personable and inspiring. It will do you good to listen in, but be warned, her Adventurous Spirit is contagious and you may find yourself signing up for something that rockets you out of your comfort zone! Ord...2025-03-0743 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceKelly Mckinlay-WallsKelly is an absolute energiser bunny - a pocket rocket of joy, zest for life and one of the best ultra-Marathon runners around. Her achievements include 3rd placed female recently in the Dusk till Dawn 12 hr ultra and Completing the gruelling 100k Blackall trail. She has a slew of 21k and 50k events under her belt and is a gym instructor, fitness and running coach specialist and one of the most delightful humans you could meet. But it wasn’t always this way. In this episode, she shares her journey from bad habits, being overweight and unmotivated to the power...2025-02-2138 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BrycePeter HallahanPeter Hallahan did a Geography degree late in life and is currrently working on his PHD on the topic of running and place. Tara and Bryce Chat with Peter at Whites Hill about how running is so much more than the big events and the medals. It's about the land we run on, the people we run with, the health benefits and the way we feel inside our bodies when we move.2025-02-0733 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceAssociate Professor Saul Villeda - Exercise and Brain RejuvenationTara chats with her colleague and friend Associate Professor Saul Villeda from the University of California San Francisco about his groundbreaking work on exercise and brain rejuvenation.2025-01-2437 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceYana McBride UTMBTara and Bryce chat with Yana McBride about her amazing year of ultra running, focusing on the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB) series.2025-01-1037 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceBryce is back. Walking the Camino de Santiago.Tara has a before and after chat with Bryce about his 800k Camino De Santiago adventure in Spain.2024-12-2738 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceVO2Max with Professor Jeff CoombsToday Kristen and Tara get their VO2Max measured by exercise physiologist Professor Jeff Coombs. We chat with Jeff about this metric and what we can do to increase it.2024-12-1333 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceRuncation time!! UTA course reccy in the Blue MountainsIn this episode we chat about our runcation to the stunning Blue Mountains, where Kristen, Rowena and I headed down for a cheeky girls weekend away to check out the UTA50 course.2024-11-2943 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceMulti-day Ultras with Rowena FraserIn this episode we delve into the world of multi-day ultra running with Rowena Fraser. Rowena is passionate about this race format and has so far completed 5 of these grueling events! She is an absolute legend who is very generous with her time and advice and inspires others to achieve their running goals. 2024-11-1552 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceRun the World with Travis IrelandIn this episode we chat to Travis Ireland, founder of Run the World. Run the World is an incredible initiative that has the goal of uniting runners and walker from all walks of life, creating a global community that embraces diversity and inclusivity. To read more about Run the World: https://www.runsoftheworld.com/ #TrailRunning, #Trails, #Fitness, #Health, #Exercise, #Community2024-11-0130 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceExercise is Medicine with Professor Jeff CoombesTara interviews Professor Jeff Coombes, Exercise Physiologist from the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences at the University of Queensland. His research focus on determining the optimal exercise prescription for improving health. To read more about Jeff's research: https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/908 2024-10-3143 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceToohey ForestToohey Forest is home to the Brisbane Trail Runners Toohey trotters, a weekly trail run every Wednesday morning at 5:45am. Today we chat about the what being part of this amazing, supportive group means to us and the history of the reserve. To learn more about the history of Toohey Forest Reserve: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/clean-and-green/natural-environment-and-water/bushland-reserves/toohey-forest-park 2024-10-0426 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceExercise and Brain Health Dr Daniel BlackmoreWe all know that exercise is good for us, but most of us do not understand how it can change our brains! Tara and Bryce discuss how exercise affects the brain. Tara also interviews Dr Daniel Blackmore, a research scientist from The Queensland Brain Institute, about his fascinating research into how exercise affects cognition during ageing. To read more about Dan's research: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39012673/ #TrailRunning, #Trails, #Fitness, #Health, #Exercise, #Community2024-09-2050 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceReclaim the TrailsAfter repeated assaults on women at Mt Cootha - the Reclaim the Trails event was organised to show solidarity and support. Tara Chats with Virginia after the event, but was on a flight home from the USA at the time it took place, so Bryce went along and had a chat with some of the organisers and participants who attended. 2024-09-0645 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceGuzzlerIn this episode we discuss all things Guzzler. The Guzzler is an annual SE Queensland trail race (10km, 21km, 50km or 100km). Tara and Bryce chat about the race with Jayme who completed the 50km and David who had a very tough day out on the 100km course. 2024-08-2356 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceSean Lyons Backyard UltrasIn this episode we discuss Backyard Ultras and interview the amazing Sean Lyons. Sean is a big fan of this unusual race format and has had a lot of success in the last few years. His PB is 37 laps (hours) which is a mind-boggling 248km!!.2024-08-0934 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceGeoff Russell. TRAQWe have a chat with Geoff Russell, current president of TRAQ as we wander the paths at Whites Hill. He is a mate who runs with us both regularly and who takes the lead on great trail running initiatives like Safety for Women and a bid to make trail running an Olympic sport.2024-07-2629 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceBVRT debriefTara and Kristen chat about their 50 mile adventure along the stunning Brisbane Valley Rail Trail in the BVRT100s race by AAA Racing. As Kristen says.... "86 kilometers is a really long way..."2024-07-1226 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceWhites HillTara and I love running at Whites Hill reserve in Camp Hill. So much so that we have established a regular Friday morning run with Brisbane Trail Runners. Today we chat about the reserve, its history and then we catch up with Koala rescue expert - John Knight. If you see an injured Koala in this area call John on 0438075156 To learn more about the history of Whites Hill. https://www.ozatwar.com/locations/whiteshillsignalsswitchboardroom.htm Whites Hill Qld Save the Koalas and Wallabies action group https://www.facebook.com/groups/8890239523772172024-06-2840 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceUlrik Wisloff. Norwegian Exercise PhysiologistUlrik is an exercise physiologist and scientist who is on sabbatical from Norway and currently based at UQ here in Brisbane. He specialises in how exercise influences both our heart and our brain. Tara and I chat with him about interval training, smart watches and how his investigations into cardiac health means pushing your heart to high intensity is actually safe and very good for you!2024-06-1438 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceBryce's 60 k RecapBryce created an event to help celebrate his 60th year, a 60 kilometer run through his favourite runs, trails and walks across Brisbane. He invited friends from all the communities he is a part of and got his family involved in organising it and being the support crew. It went really well and this podcast is a debrief from Bryce and others who took part about the day.2024-05-3130 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceDr Cora LauDr Cora Lau is a seriously impressive human being. Super smart, super fit and lovely to chat with. Her insight into the way we get to know our bodies and consequently manage pain is part of what makes her a great ultra marathon runner. Her work as a scientist and her history with the leadership of the BTU ultra marathon event in Brisbane makes her a very interesting person to chat with. 2024-05-1744 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceNoosa and Yandina 50k debrief with Jayme, Dominique and KristenThree of our trail running buddies have recently completed 50k events. Dominique and Kristen did the Noosa Trail Ultra and Jayme did Yandina. We give a bit of detail about these events and chat with them while we walk together at Toohey Forrest.2024-05-0325 min
Trail Tales with Tara and BryceGetting to know the hosts.Bryce and Tara share a bit about themselves and thier hopes for this podcast. Tara is a Brain scientist and is Married with 2 young Children. She recently completed the 100k Tarewerra Ultra Marathon in New Zealand. Bryce is a Salvo Officer and is married with 2 adult daughters. He is about to complete his 300th parkrun and has arranged a 60k running event to celebrate his 60th birthday.2024-04-1932 min
Diesel DialogueTara Walker. Reflections on her 100k Tarawerra ultra.Tara is a regular at the Tooheys Trot and recently completed her first 100k ultra at Tarewarra in New Zealand. We chat about the experience just 5 days after arriving home.2024-03-0141 min
Diesel DialogueTara WalkerTara is a neurological scientist and her specialty is understanding how exercise creates new neurons in the hippocampus. She is running the 100k Tarawera ultra marathon next year and so is pretty darn amazing, but she happily plods along with me and the crew in the Tooheys Trot each Wednesday morning and is both interesting and delightful. #run, #running, #fitness, #exercise, #health, #community, #jogging2023-12-0836 min