Welcome to Run Spesh, the weekly running podcast from the Frontrunner Colombo crew (Oska, Tom, and Maia)! Join us for a candid chat about all things running: recent races (including Maya's hard-fought national title in the New Zealand Uphill Mountain Running Champs - 11.5k with over 1000m of climbing!), training highs and lows, running shoes, and even a bit about Tom's non-existent dating life... and some tech fails that led to a re-recording!

In this episode, we dive into:

• Maia's incredible achievement: Hear all about her grueling experience winning the national uphill title and the unexpected challenges along the way, including a strategically (or not so strategically) timed water stop. Plus, how this win qualifies her for the World Mountain Running Champs!
• Race strategies and execution (or lack thereof): The team discusses the classic "start slow" plan that immediately goes out the window, managing effort on tough climbs, and the mental games of racing.
• Tom's injury update: Find out how his swimming and biking are progressing as he recovers from a knee issue, the impact of a dodgy bike seat post, and his plans for future races (Sunshine Coast in September!).
• Oska's running reflections: He shares his recent feelings of being mentally drained, the pressure of performance, and the exciting new direction of his training plan with a focus on three key workouts a week and slightly lower mileage.
• Shop talk and tangents: Expect the usual off-the-rails banter, including discussions about shoplifting attempts, premium Spotify struggles, and the surprisingly criminal nature of early morning swimming squads.

Tune in for an honest and entertaining look at the realities of being dedicated runners juggling life and chasing personal bests. Whether you're hitting the pavement or just chilling, we hope to keep you company for the next hour (or so!).