🎙️ Episode 9 — Simon Thompson

In Episode 9 of Shoes n Brews, Scotty and Ash sit down with Simon Thompson — Olympian, elite triathlete, and all-round endurance weapon.

Simon represented Australia at the 2004 Athens Olympics, finishing inside the top 10, and has built a career at the highest level of the sport, including World Cup success and national titles.

We dive into what it takes to compete at that level — from training, mindset, and race-day pressure, to how the sport has evolved over the years.

In this episode we get into:

• Simon’s journey to the Olympic Games

• What elite triathlon training really looks like

• Race-day tactics and mental approach at the top level

• How endurance sport has changed over time

• Lessons from elite sport that everyday runners can apply

• Plenty of banter and, of course, a well-earned beer 🍻

This one’s a great mix of elite performance insight and classic Shoes n Brews chat — real stories, no fluff, and a few laughs along the way.

Whether you’re a runner, triathlete, or just love hearing how the best operate, this episode delivers.

Grab a cold one, lace up, and enjoy.

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