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    The Stronger Stride Podcast

    The Stronger Stride Podcast

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    A podcast about running and more! A weekly conversation with accomplished athletes, health professionals, and weekend warriors on how and why they do what they do. We aspire to share value on topics surrounding training, nutrition, injury prevention, and mental strategies to not only improve your performance but enhance your life. Your hosts, Lydia Mckay; Physiotherapist and Personal Trainer, and Sophie Lane; Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Running Coach, are passionate about running and are excited to help you run stronger!

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    261. Sub-2hr marathon, walkers tolerated & getting "chicked" - Running News

    261. Sub-2hr marathon, walkers tolerated & getting "chicked" - Running News

    May 2, 2026
    40m

    In this episode, Sophie discusses recent running news, race results, barriers in marathon times, and social issues in running culture. She shares insights on goal setting, the significance of breaking barriers like the sub-two-hour marathon, and the impact of marketing and social perceptions.


    Chapters


    00:00 Welcome to Stronger Stride Podcast

    01:28 Breaking the Sub Two Hour Marathon Barrier

    06:06 Women's Marathon Records and Prize Money

    09:09 The Evolution of Running Shoe Technology

    10:24 Nike's Controversial Marketing Strategy

    14:04 Community Insights from the Ballarat Marathon

    14:12 Disappointment in Race Results

    19:27 The Power of Words in Podcasting

    26:16 Controversies in Backyard Ultras

    34:04 Upcoming Events and Personal Training Updates


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