Down - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

By Coach ParrySports Health & Fitness Fitness Running

Down - A Comrades Marathon Podcast episodes

May 19, 2025 CRITICAL: 2025 Comrades Route Run Through
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In today's episode of Down, we walk you through the 2025 Down Run Route.
40 min
May 12, 2025 It’s Taper Time! Here’s EXACTLY What to Do
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In 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 you think.)
Lindsey breaks down exactly how to taper for Comrades, why it’s different from marathon tapers, how to handle mental anxiety and “phantom injuries,” and what runners should eat, avoid, and adjust in the final month.
25 min
May 07, 2025 BREAKING: Comrades Cut Offs
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The 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 gets Lindsey Parry's take on the cut offs and what they actually mean for the majority of the Comrades field.
17 min
May 05, 2025 Comrades Finish Time Predictor (How To Avoid Goal Creep)
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With 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 Podcast, Brad and Lindsey dive deep into how to calculate your target finish time, avoid common pitfalls like goal creep, and make the most of the final weeks of training.
💥 Whether you’re chasing a silver medal, aiming for a sub-12-hour finish, or simply want to arrive at race day prepared, this episode is packed with practical advice to guide your strategy in the crucial lead-up.
✅ What to do if you feel undertrained
✅ How to calculate your finish time using your marathon or 5K results
✅ When to start tapering
✅ The dangers of overtraining in May
✅ Why “undercooked” beats “overcooked” every time
✅ And how to avoid blowing up 60K into the race
26 min
April 28, 2025 This Comrades Struggle Is Real With 6 Weeks To Go
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In 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 struggles with fatigue, Facebook arguments, and the mental realization that race day is fast approaching. Lindsey explains why feeling tired at this stage is completely normal and why now, with six weeks to go, the next four weeks of training are critical.
You'll hear:
- Why it's okay (and normal) to feel scared, unprepared, and even panicked about Comrades right now.
- The real meaning behind the South African phrase "vasbyt" and why it’s the perfect mindset for this phase of training.
- The importance of using your long runs as dress rehearsals to test gear, nutrition, and mental strategies.
- How Brad is troubleshooting gear issues (like bad blisters) and Lindsey's advice on when and how to safely replace running shoes before Comrades.
- Why comparison on Strava is dangerous and how to focus on your own race journey.
- Recovery strategies after long runs — including how many days off you should take and how to ease back into training safely.
PLUS: An exciting announcement about the Coach Parry Aches & Pains After Party happening the day after Comrades 2025 — limited spots available!
👉 If you're training for Comrades and feeling overwhelmed, tired, or anxious — this episode is a must-listen.
You're not alone, and there's still time to finish strong.
29 min
April 21, 2025 Don't Ignore This Early Comrades WARNING System
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You’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 mistake runners make during peak Comrades training
- How to use heart rate and HRV to stay on track
- Why chasing better seeding could ruin your race
- The shocking stat about injuries and DNFs
Plus, how to spot early signs of burnout — and exactly what to do about it.
27 min
April 14, 2025 How to Stay Sharp Before Comrades
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The 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 can make or break your race. Whether you're facing niggles, illness, life chaos, or just the pressure of the final stretch—this episode gives you the guidance you need to arrive confident and ready on race day.
36 min
April 07, 2025 This is CRITICAL for a Successful Comrades
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Brad ran the Two Oceans on Saturday and there are a few valuable lessons we can all learn out of his run.
32 min
March 31, 2025 Runners Are Blowing Their Comrades Goals THIS Week—Don’t Be One of Them
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Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass
With 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 injury, and managing pacing, to recovering the right way post-race, this episode is your go-to guide for not sabotaging your Comrades goal. Plus, a sneak peek into Brad’s nerves ahead of his first Two Oceans Ultra.
33 min
March 24, 2025 Are You Ready For The ULTIMATE Test?
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Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

Are 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, Comrades Coach Lindsey Parry and Brad Nadauld break down why your next long run is your ultimate dress rehearsal for race day. Whether you're aiming for a PB or just hoping to cross the finish line strong, this episode will help you dial in the details so you’re fully prepared.
Plus, we answer the burning question: Should you run Comrades in carbon shoes?
28 min