Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast
Join the Coach Parry team as they help you get the medal you're chasing at the 2026 Comrades Marathon. This podcast provides training tips, race strategies, and motivation for runners preparing for the iconic South African ultramarathon.
Episodes
She Started Slow. Her Comrades STILL Fell Apart.
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassAnna had a 3:55 marathon behind her and a 9:50 Comrades goal. She started conservatively, but by around 28km, something already felt wrong. She eventually finished in 11:34. So what happened? W
How the Comrades Champion REALLY Trains to Win
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass2026 Comrades champion George Kusche reveals what really went into his record-breaking win, the training mistake he won’t repeat, and what he’s changing for the 2027 Down Run.
This Is Where Your Comrades Training Should Be NOW
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassYou’re in for Comrades 2027. So what should your training actually look like right now?In this episode, Lindsey Parry and Devlin Eyden break down where novice and experienced Comrades runners sh
How a Sub-9 Comrades Turned Into 11:45
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassHe had the fitness, the marathon time and enough training to run a sub-9 Comrades.So how did a realistic Bill Rowan goal turn into an 11:45 finish?In this Comrades Race Roast, Lindsey breaks dow
The Run You Refuse to Skip Could Ruin Your Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassYou’re scared that missing a run will ruin your Comrades preparation. But what if doing it is the bigger mistake? Lindsey and Dr Kelly unpack the warning signs runners brush off, why pushing thr
Why Comrades Changes You More Than You Expect
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassAt 33, Jade doesn’t fit the picture many people have in their heads of a typical Comrades runner.But what pulled her from the marathon into the Ultimate Human Race was far bigger than chasing a
Comrades 2027 Entry Warning
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassComrades 2027 is already shaping up to be very different, and getting your entry is only the beginning. In this episode, Lindsey and Brad break down what runners need to know about the new entry
Your Legs Will FAIL at Comrades 2027 If You Ignore This
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassStrength Training For Comrades Runners: https://www.coachparry.com/comrades-strength-training?utm_source=youtube-sa-races&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=video-9Training for Co
Clement Manyathela’s Comrades Revenge
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassClement Manyathela is one of South Africa’s best-known broadcasters, but away from the microphone, he’s become completely hooked on the Comrades Marathon.And his journey has been anything but st
Comrades Qualifier Mistake You Can’t Afford to Make
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassSubmit Your Comrades Down Run for Coach Parry to analyse: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfItj9wBJzpriG1crtOvYjYjTN7ifiMMKFG-HEuCtlMUMRdIw/viewformToday, the team dives into another Co
You’re Starting Comrades Training Too Early
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassThe road to Comrades 2027 has started, but that does not mean you should be training for Comrades just yet.In this episode, Coach Lindsey explains what experienced Comrades runners and first-tim
The Comrades Strategy That Produced a Near-Perfect 6:32
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassWhat does a near-perfect Comrades Marathon look like?In this episode, Coach Lindsey & Brad break down the pacing, training and race-day decisions behind Danie’s incredible 6:32 Down Run.Dani
The Comrades Race Roast Every Runner Needs to See
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassSubmit Your Comrades Down Run for Coach Parry to Analyse: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfItj9wBJzpriG1crtOvYjYjTN7ifiMMKFG-HEuCtlMUMRdIw/viewformShe finished her first Comrades Marat
Comrades 2027 Ballot CONFIRMED (Everything You Need to Know)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassThe 100th Comrades Marathon is coming, and demand for 2027 is expected to be bigger than ever.Comrades Marathon Association Chairperson Mark Leathers joins Brad to reveal what runners need to kn
The Comrades Secret Nobody Talks About (Crazy Race Strategy)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this episode of Down, the Coach Parry Comrades Marathon Podcast, Brad chats with Dave Ingram, a remarkable Comrades athlete who has earned 13 Vic Clapham medals by walking every step of every
How To Start Training For Comrades 2027
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassComrades 2027 is officially on the horizon, and the excitement around the 100th running is already massive.In this episode, Brad is back with Official Comrades Coach Lindsey Parry to look at how
The Official Comrades Coach’s Brutally Honest Up Run Debrief
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassAfter 17 years away from running Comrades, Lindsey returned with a conservative race plan, serious strength training, smart pacing… and still had to battle brutal hills, blazing heat, cramping c
The BEST Spots To Watch Comrades (Complete Seconding Guide)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassKilometer Studios Space Bag: https://artofendurance.co.za/catalogue/space-bag/At Comrades, the runner may cross the finish line, but the seconder can make or break the day.In this episode, Linds
How To SAVE 20 Minutes on Race Day (It's Race Week)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassKilometer Studios Space Bag: https://artofendurance.co.za/catalogue/space-bag/ Grab your Aches & Pains party tickets here: https://shop.coachparry.comIn today's episode of UP, Shona and Lind
Comrades 2026 Up Run ROUTE & STRATEGY
Order Your Comrades Aches and Pains After Party Ticket Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/shop/after-party/comrades-aches-and-pains-after-party-ticket-15th-june-2026/Pre-order Your Custom Comrades Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/Two weeks to Comrades, and this is where pacing mistakes can quietly ruin your race.In this episode, we break down the Comrades Up Run route
The Biggest Comrades Taper Mistakes To Avoid
Order Your Comrades Aches and Pains After Party Ticket Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/shop/after-party/comrades-aches-and-pains-after-party-ticket-15th-june-2026/Pre-order Your Custom Comrades Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/It’s officially taper time, and with Comrades just around the corner, this is where smart decisions matter most.In this episode of UP, we ta
Comrades Marathon: The 3-Week Taper Explained
Order Your Comrades Aches and Pains After Party Ticket Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/shop/after-party/comrades-aches-and-pains-after-party-ticket-15th-june-2026/Pre-order Your Custom Comrades Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/Your biggest Comrades Marathon training weeks are done… but what you do next could make or break your race day.In this episode, we talk thro
Is Your Comrades Goal Realistic… Or Risky?
Order Your Comrades Aches and Pains After Party Ticket Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/shop/after-party/comrades-aches-and-pains-after-party-ticket-15th-june-2026/Pre-order Your Custom Comrades Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/Are you fit enough to run your Comrades goal… or are you about to sabotage it? In this episode, we look at the dangerous “I’m feeling amazin
NEW Distance, NEW Strategy (Don’t Get This Wrong)
Pre-order Your Custom Comrades Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/Ever wondered why some runners feel strong late in Comrades… while others fall apart? It often comes down to what they did in the final few weeks. This episode dives into pacing, long runs, and race-day prep that actually works. Get this right, and you give yourself a real chance.
Perfect Final LONG RUN Before Comrades
Pre-order Your Custom Comrades Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/How far should your final long run be before Comrades?In this episode, we break down how far your final long run should be before Comrades, when to do it, and why running too far can hurt your race. Learn how to build confidence, test your nutrition, and arrive at the start line feeling strong.
The Fastest Way Back After Injury/Illness (Most Runners Get This Wrong)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass🥳Join the COMRADES ACHES & PAINS AFTER PARTY HERE: https://shop.coachparry.com/shop/after-party/comrades-aches-and-pains-after-party-ticket-15th-june-2026/When training gets serious, things
Comrades Runners: Your Post Long Run Recovery Plan (CRUCIAL)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassJust ran Two Oceans (or any big race)? 🏃♂️Before you jump straight back into training… watch this.In this episode, we break down exactly how to recover after an ultra or marathon, so you don’t
Are You Training Too Hard for Comrades? (Big Mistakes Runners Make)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIt’s peak Comrades training season… but are you actually training smart?In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes runners make in April, when mileage is high, fatigue is creeping in, a
This One Decision Will Decide Your Comrades Result
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass👉Pre-order your custom TTOM Pacing band here: https://shop.coachparry.com/Peak Comrades training is here… and with Two Oceans just 2 weeks away, runners are asking the same question:👉 Can I race
The Silver Bullet for Comrades Success (No One Talks About This)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassYou’ve just smashed a big long run… But what you do NEXT could make or break your Comrades.In this episode, we break down:👉 Exactly how to recover after big efforts👉 What to do if you ran it TOO
This Can Cost You Weeks Of Comrades Training
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassPeak Comrades training is here… but many runners are about to make a mistake that could cost them weeks of progress.In this episode we talk about Om Die Dam, long runs, strength training, and th
What Your Weekly Mileage Should Actually Be Now
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassAfter months of carefully holding back, building fitness, and qualifying, runners are now entering the most important phase of Comrades preparation. But what should peak training actually look l
COMRADES TRAINING STARTS NOW
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassComrades season has officially begun!March marks the start of the real build. But before you charge into peak training, there’s something you need to get right.In this episode, we break down:• W
How Many Long Runs Do You REALLY Need for Comrades?
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassDoing “all the long runs” for Comrades? Stop. Shona & Lindsey break down the real purpose of long runs, why 3 max is enough, what distance your longest one should be, and how “too hard” trai
Your Comrades Nutrition Plan Needs Fixing
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this episode, coach Shona and coach Lindsey break down race-week prep, recovery after your qualifier, and a simple race-day nutrition strategy you can actually execute (without risky last-min
Something No One Saw Coming for Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this episode, Lindsey shares a carefully considered Comrades announcement, one that sets the tone for the training journey ahead.From there, we dive into one of the most overlooked pillars of
HUGE Interval Training Myth in Comrades Marathon Prep
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassThink intervals will make you faster at Comrades? Think again.In this episode, Coach Lindsey breaks down why interval training isn’t about speed for Comrades, how much intensity you actually nee
The Truth About Early-Season Comrades Training
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassEveryone’s panicking… but should they be? 🫣In this episode of UP, Shona and Comrades coach Lindsey Parry calm the January chaos, break down what actually matters right now, and explain why doing
This ONE Habit Saves Your Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassTrain for Comrades 2026 with us: https://coachparry.com/comrades-marathon-roadmap/Subscribe to the audio podcast here: https://coachparry.transistor.fm/subscribeStrength training isn’t a “nice t
The First Step to Comrades 2026
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassWelcome to the first UP episode for 2026, where Brad and Lindsey kick off the Comrades journey, unpack the two big January “training camps” (steady runners vs holiday-hit panickers), and explain
Emergency Update From Brad
An important update on Brad
Why Koula Is Coming Back to Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this episode, Brad chats to Koula Budler, a former 5FM and Top Billing presenter, now living in Texas, running a home bakery, juggling four kids, and training for her 8th Comrades as she chas
70-Year-Old Barefoot Runner Crushes Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassHe started running in his mid-50s… and ran Comrades at 70. Barefoot.In this episode, Brad chats to Dr. Sidy– a retired French diplomat turned barefoot ultra runner who has:- Run 500+ marathons a
Trail Queen to Tar: Landie Greyling’s Back-to-Back Comrades Journey
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassBack-to-back Comrades finisher, SA marathon champ, and trail-running icon Landie Greyling joins Brad to unpack the leap from mountains to 90 km of tar. She shares the exact switches that build r
The Comrades Comeback You HAVE To Hear: Liv & Albert's INCREDIBLE Story
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassWhat does it take to chase a dream for a decade and finally nail it on attempt number ten? In this goosebump-filled Comrades story, Albert Fayard sets out for his 30th finish and that coveted tr
Comrades 2026 just got REAL
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassToday’s episode is a big one: Comrades 2026 entries open for CMA/Green Number members — and we’re sharing exactly how to use the next few weeks wisely (especially after the Cape Town Marathon ca
Cracking the Ultra Code with Carla Molinaro
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassComrades-bound and cake-fueled! 🏃♀️🎂 Ultra star Carla Molinaro - LEJOG record-smasher, Two Oceans podium finisher, and 2025 Comrades Top 10 - opens up on racing with joy, riding the pain waves,
The Man Who Runs Comrades in a Cow Suit (Richard Laskey’s Untold Story)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassThis episode of Up is raw, emotional, and downright inspiring. Brad sits down with Richard Laskey, better known to many as “the guy in the cow suit” at the Comrades Marathon. But behind the cost
Tete Dijana: Inside the Mind of a Comrades Champion
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this special edition, Brad sits down with 2025 Comrades Champion, Tete Dijana. From his humble beginnings to becoming a back-to-back Comrades winner, Tete opens up about his training, recover
Peak Block Survival: Recovery, Heat Strategy, and When NOT to Chase a Qualifier
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassBerlin was hot-hot-hot and Lindsay felt every kilometer. In this episode of UP we cover: how to pace and cool in the heat, the smartest way to survive peak marathon block, what to do if an injur
Why Comrades Is About More Than Medals (Featuring Comrades Board Member Nontuthuko Mashimane
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this episode, we sit down with Nontuthuko Mashimane to unpack the incredible role of charities at the Comrades Marathon. We explore the inspiring causes behind the race, how donations make a
The TRUTH About Comrades Pacing Buses
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassAs we look ahead to Comrades Marathon 2026, Brad sits down with Stuart Mann from runningmann.co.za to unpack race-day data on pacing buses: how “sticky” they really are, who actually finishes wi
This Story Will Change the Way You See the Comrades Marathon Forever!
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassFrom surviving the Rwandan genocide to conquering his first Comrades Marathon, Pie-Pacifique Kabalira-Uwase's story is one of resilience, purpose, and the true spirit of endurance. This is more
The Spring Comrades Marathon Shift
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassSpring is here in the Southern Hemisphere and in this episode of Up, Brad and Coach Lindsey unpack where Comrades hopefuls should be right now, how to approach Cape Town & Soweto Marathon as
10:47 & Tears: Shaina’s Unbelievable First Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassShaina-Rae, East Coast Radio host and coffee shop owner, shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey to completing her first Comrades Marathon in 10:47. From family legacy to a surprise pos
From 11 Hours to Silver Medals in Comrades - The Sipho Marima Story
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassGet ready for an inspiring and energy-packed conversation with the unstoppable Sipho Marima as we dive into his journey from soccer to running, from half marathons to five Comrades finishes, and
The Minister of Champions vs. The Final 10K
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassFrom electric blankets in Durban to last-minute Comrades hustle, comedian and runner Rory Petzer is back on Up with stories that'll make you laugh, cringe, and maybe lace up again. We talk about
'Why Did I Enter?’ → ‘When’s the Next One?’(A Comrades Novice Story)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this raw and real Comrades debrief, Amish Kooverjee shares what it’s like to run 90K for the first time, battle unexpected chaos, and still fall in love with the race. From the magic of the s
The Hill Trick That Helped Gerda Steyn Float to the Finish Line
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassWhat does it take to win Comrades and still love every step of the journey? In this deep, heartfelt, and raw conversation, Brad chats to the 2025 Comrades Marathon women's champion, Gerda Steyn,
What NO ONE Tells You About Post-Comrades Recovery
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassSubscribe to the Cape Town Marathon Podcast here: https://capetownmarathon.transistor.fm/subscribeWatch it here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-wdg2itWBd...Cape Town Marathon Training
Race Director Confessions: What Most Runners Don’t Know About Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassEver wondered what really goes down behind the scenes at the world’s most iconic ultramarathon? In this episode, Brad chats with Comrades Race Director Alain Dalais just weeks after the 2025 rac
Schalk Bezhuidenhout's SHOCKINGLY Simple Comrades Strategy
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassSchalk Bezhuidenhout ran his first Comrades Marathon in under 10 hours—with no fancy gear, no strength training, and barely a long run over 42K. In this raw, hilarious debrief, he shares the hig
Comrades Tradition vs. Progress: How The CMA Balances Legacy and Innovation with Rory Steyn
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassJoin the CMA here: https://memberships.comrades.com/applicationIn this episode of Up, Brad Nadauld sits down with Comrades Marathon board member Rory Steyn to unpack how South Africa’s most icon
This ONE Decision Will Make or Break Your Next Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassWelcome to the very first episode of our brand-new Comrades Marathon Podcast series as we gear up for the up run in Comrades 2026! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ Hosted by Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry, this e
What To Learn From Comrades 2025 - The FULL 11:59:59 Debrief
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassA week post Comrades & it's important to look back at your race and take the lessons out for your next race (Even if it's not Comrades)
2025 Aches & Pains Party - The Live Podcast
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this episode of Down, we come to you from the exclusive Coach Parry Aches & Pains Party after the 2025 Comrades Marathon. Brad and Lindsey unpack Brad's epic finish and are joined by Comr
Crunch Time: How To Save 20 Minutes On Race Day
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIt’s Comrades Race Week! Brad’s back on the start line after 12 years, and Lindsey shares the three biggest race-day mistakes that could cost you your medal. Discover how to save 20 minutes on r
What No One Tells You About Comrades Race Week
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassTwo weeks to Comrades! In this episode, we unpack the final countdown: travel logistics, expo do's and don'ts, and race morning strategy. Discover how to avoid race-ruining mistakes before you h
CRITICAL: 2025 Comrades Route Run Through
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn today's episode of Down, we walk you through the 2025 Down Run Route.
It’s Taper Time! Here’s EXACTLY What to Do
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this episode of DOWN, the official Comrades Marathon podcast, Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad Nadauld finally answer the big question: Is it taper time? (Hint: YES — but it’s more strategic than
BREAKING: Comrades Cut Offs
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassThe Comrades Marathon Association has announced the cut offs for the 2025 edition. They're super generous, but there is a HUGE problem. In this special edition of the Down Podcast, Brad Nadauld
Comrades Finish Time Predictor (How To Avoid Goal Creep)
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassWith just 5 weeks left to the Comrades Marathon 2025, it’s time to stop guessing and start locking in your realistic race day goal. In this week’s episode of the Coach Parry Comrades Marathon Po
This Comrades Struggle Is Real With 6 Weeks To Go
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this week's episode of Down, Brad Nadauld and Coach Lindsey Parry dive deep into what many runners are feeling right now — as Comrades Marathon training hits its peak.Brad shares his personal
Don't Ignore This Early Comrades WARNING System
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassYou’re fitter than ever — and that’s where the danger starts.In this episode, Lindsey and Brad break down why now is the most important time to train smart, not harder. They cover:- The big mist
How to Stay Sharp Before Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassThe countdown is officially on. With just eight weeks to go until Comrades 2025, Brad and Lindsey dig into what really matters now: smart training, strategic recovery, and the mental prep that c
This is CRITICAL for a Successful Comrades
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassBrad ran the Two Oceans on Saturday and there are a few valuable lessons we can all learn out of his run.
Runners Are Blowing Their Comrades Goals THIS Week—Don’t Be One of Them
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassWith just over 10 weeks to go until Comrades 2025, Brad and Lindsey dive into how to handle the most important long runs in your buildup—including Two Oceans. From tapering properly, avoiding in
Are You Ready For The ULTIMATE Test?
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassAre you making the most of your long runs? With Two Oceans Marathon around the corner, it's time to put everything to the test—your pacing, nutrition, race-day gear, and strategy.In this episode
Think You’re Ready for Comrades Hills? Listen to This First!
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassWith Comrades 2025 fast approaching, it’s time to tackle one of the race’s biggest challenges: HILLS! 🏔️ In this episode of Down with Coach Parry, we break down everything you need to know about
UPDATE: What Comrades Runners Need To Know About The Start
Grab our Comrades Training Plans here Resources mentioned in this podcast:Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-MasterclassIn this special edition version of Down Brad Nadauld & Lindsey Parry discuss what has come to light over the weekend regarding the Comrades Marathon start.
