This week, Georgia flips the script and interviews Matt — diving deep into the journey from Michelin-starred chef to ultra-endurance coach. Matt opens up about addiction, burnout, hitting rock bottom, and the Ironman that saved his life. It’s raw, real, and full of insights that go far beyond training.

If you're new to the pod or part of the team already, this is the episode to understand what drives the guy behind The Performance Project.

Also inside:

– What working in the world’s best kitchens really looks like
– Matt’s addiction story and the moment that changed everything
– The Ironman that saved his life
– Why “do hard things” isn’t just a slogan
– How he treats coaching like life or death
– The difference between good coaches and great ones
– Listener Q&A: Trail running gear, training knowledge, and starting from scratch

🎧 Listener Q&A:

– Where did Matt actually learn all his training knowledge?
– What’s the best trail vest and race kit setup for new trail runners?
– Do you really need snake bandages and thermals? (Short answer: yes)