In this episode of the Better with Running podcast, hosts Chris Armstrong and Zacca Newman open the show by breaking down their recent performances at the Albert Park 5km. Zacca celebrates a successful return to the racing scene with a sharp 16:25, while Chris reflects on a consistent string of improvements. Despite a 5:00 AM start and a chaotic, aggressive opening 400 meters, Chris clocked a 17:45—a significant jump from his recent outings in Albury and Bendigo.

The spotlight then shifts to the newest addition to the Run2PB coaching ranks, Nikki Curry. With a background as a Physiotherapist and a mother of two, Nikki brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and lived experience to the team. She shares her journey of growing up in a running-centric household and later rediscovering her passion for the sport after starting a family. Her recent results speak for themselves, highlighted by a massive performance leap that saw her move from a 2:54 marathoner to an elite 2:41 personal best, culminating in a 6th-place finish at the 2025 Melbourne Marathon.

As a coach, Nikki details how her elite-level experience and medical background allow her to communicate effectively with athletes facing setbacks or injuries. Nikki’s philosophy is rooted in helping runners of all levels unlock their potential through structured coaching, a journey she knows firsthand is made easier with the right support system and a bit of fun along the way.

The episode wraps up with a signature quick-fire round, offering a lighter look at Nikki’s life outside of the sport. From her current shoe rotation and"soundtrack of her life" plus her preferred way to eat a potato, listeners get a full picture of the person behind the 2:41 marathon time.

Whether you are a parent balancing training with a career or a runner looking to shave minutes off your PB, this episode provides a blueprint for finding balance and high performance in equal measure.

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