Chris Avery’s story goes far beyond running.

After overcoming personal doubt, Chris committed to a simple but powerful principle: show up daily. That decision has led to four consecutive years of running every single day, building a coaching business that’s helped over 1,000 people, and leading a community of 5,000 men focused on faith, health, and resilience.

In this episode of Masters on the Move, we explore:

• Why discipline outlasts motivation
• What runners over 40 often get wrong about consistency
• The difference between grinding and smart longevity
• How purpose and faith shape long-term resilience
• What separates people who stick with fitness from those who keep restarting
• And why Chris plans to run the perimeter of America in 2027

This conversation is for anyone who wants to stay strong, healthy, and purposeful — not just for a season, but for decades.

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At 64 years old, Dave Campbell is still running strong — with over 200 parkruns completed and a 5km best of 21:42.

But that’s only part of the story.

Dave has broken both legs in separate motocross accidents, requiring plates and screws. At times, those screws have even loosened while running — pushing against the skin.

And his resilience started young.

As a kid, Dave rode a bike that was far too big for him, pedalling under the crossbar. In winter, he filled the handlebars with hot water to stop his hands freezing. To avoid embarrassment, he left the bike near school and walked the rest of the way.

This episode is about adversity, creativity, consistency, and what keeps us moving as we age.

If you enjoy inspiring endurance stories and conversations about resilience beyond midlife, subscribe and join the community.

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Threshold intervals sit at the high end of threshold training — performed at or slightly above lactate threshold and often close to 10K race pace.

In this episode of Run Faster with Coach Justin, you’ll learn:

• What threshold intervals actually are

• How they differ from tempo runs

• Why they must be done as intervals

• How long reps should last (3–8 minutes)

• How much recovery to take (¼–⅕ of work duration)

• The biggest pacing mistakes runners make

At this intensity, lactate accumulation increases and acidity rises quickly — which is why precise execution matters. Threshold intervals improve your ability to buffer acidity, sustain race pace under fatigue, and raise your lactate threshold effectively.

We also cover:

• Time trials in training

• Progression runs

• Negative splits and pacing control

If you’re training for a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon, this workout can significantly elevate performance — when programmed correctly.

Listen to parts 1 and 2 (Steady-State and Tempo) to understand the complete threshold training system.

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What does it take to become one of the greatest ultramarathon runners of all time?

In this episode of Masters on the Move, we sit down with 9-time Comrades Marathon champion Bruce Fordyce to unpack the mindset, training philosophy, and life lessons behind his legendary career.

Bruce shares:

• The story behind his dominance at Comrades
• His up and down course records — and how long they stood
• His 50-mile world record at the 1984 Chicago Ultramarathon (only broken in 2019 by Jim Walmsley)
• Winning the London to Brighton ultramarathon three years in a row
• How his mindset evolved over decades
• Why community running like parkrun matters more than ever
• Advice for masters athletes who want to perform at their best

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply want to keep improving with age, this conversation is packed with wisdom from one of endurance sport’s true icons.

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Tempo runs sit in the middle range of threshold training — and they may provide the biggest return on investment in endurance performance.

In this episode of Run Faster with Coach Justin, we break down tempo training using clear threshold terminology so you understand exactly:

• What tempo running actually is

• How it differs from steady-state and threshold intervals

• Why tempo improves lactate clearance

• How long tempo efforts should last

• Continuous vs interval tempo structure

• The biggest mistake runners make

Tempo workouts are sustained efforts lasting 15–40 minutes (or longer for advanced runners), performed slightly below lactate threshold. Done correctly, they raise your lactate threshold, improve stamina, and increase your ability to hold faster paces for longer — without tipping into excessive fatigue.

If you’re training for a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or marathon, tempo work belongs in your weekly structure.

Watch Part 1 (Steady-State) and Part 3 (Threshold Intervals) to understand the complete threshold training system.

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In this episode of Masters on the Move, I sit down with Pieter Vermeulen — endurance athlete, Ironman finisher, and lifelong student of resilience — to explore a journey that began in 1988 during South Africa’s isolation years and continues today at provincial and international level.

With over 100 triathlons completed, 5 Ironmans, and 6 half-Ironmans, Pieter’s path has taken him from Olympic aspirations to qualifying for the brutal ICON XTRI, where only 250 athletes are invited annually. Representing South Africa, he narrowly missed the mountain cutoff and finished at the bottom of the field — an experience that reshaped his understanding of success, identity, and mastery.

But this conversation goes far deeper than racing.

We unpack:

• The evolution from chasing performance to cultivating longevity
• Training smarter as a masters athlete
• Science-based nutrition and natural performance strategies for older men
• The role of neuroplasticity and medicinal mushrooms in endurance performance
• Why fueling the brain may be as important as fueling the body
• The powerful parallels between endurance sport and spiritual formation

This episode is about resilience, reinvention, and the discipline to keep moving forward — especially when the mountain still lies ahead.

If you’re a masters athlete, a triathlete, or simply someone determined to perform at a high level beyond midlife, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

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If you want to build real stamina and improve your lactate threshold without burning out, you need to understand steady-state running.

Steady-state training sits at the low end of threshold training. It’s one of the most overlooked workouts in distance running — yet it forms the foundation of marathon and half marathon performance.

In this episode of Run Faster with Coach Justin, you’ll learn:

• What steady-state training actually is

• How it differs from tempo and threshold workouts

• Why it improves lactate clearance and aerobic durability

• How to structure a steady-state session properly

• The most common mistake runners make

Threshold training builds stamina by increasing your ability to clear lactate and buffer acidity — allowing you to hold faster paces for longer. Steady-state work develops that system without excessive fatigue, making it essential for long-term progress.

If you’re training for a 10K, half marathon, or marathon, this workout belongs in your program.

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What do you do when quitting isn’t an option?

In this episode of Masters On The Move, I sit down with Ty Gipson — lifelong Type 1 Diabetic, triple organ transplant recipient, entrepreneur, public servant, and national speaker.

Ty’s journey is extraordinary. After facing life-threatening health battles and receiving three organ transplants, most people would focus solely on survival.

Ty built two thriving businesses.

We dive into:

• The “No Options” mindset that carried him through his darkest seasons
• Building companies while managing chronic illness
• How facing mortality reshapes ambition and leadership
• Energy management when your health is unpredictable
• Turning adversity into purpose

This is a conversation about resilience, perspective, and refusing to shrink when life gets hard.

If you’ve ever felt sidelined, stuck, or overwhelmed by circumstances beyond your control — this episode will challenge you to rethink what’s possible.

Follow Masters On The Move for conversations with resilient high performers redefining midlife, leadership, and longevity.

Ty can be contacted at tygipson.com

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Most runners are training in the wrong zone — and it’s costing them performance. Here’s how to accurately find your lactate threshold and fix it.

In this episode of Run Smarter with Coach Justin, I break down how to measure your true threshold intensity using a simple 20-minute test — so you can stop guessing and start training with purpose.

You’ll learn:

• What lactate threshold really is (and why it matters)
• Why heart rate formulas like 220-age are often wrong
• The best way to measure your threshold without a lab
• How to calculate your Functional Threshold Heart Rate (FTHR)
• How to match heart rate and pace zones correctly

This is the foundation for smarter training, better pacing, and improved performance from 5K to marathon.

👉 Subscribe for the next episode where we break down the 4 key threshold workouts every runner should use.

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Celebrating Movement, Community, and Resilience with Maria Easterbrook

Join us in this inspiring episode featuring Maria Easterbrook, a dedicated community advocate, athlete, teacher, and guiding force behind multiple initiatives in Whangarei. Maria's journey showcases the power of movement, volunteerism, and resilience—demonstrating how one person's passion can ripple through an entire community.

In this episode:

Maria shares her lifelong love of movement, from childhood walking and biking to playing football, rugby, and hockey, and her commitment to staying active into her 50s

The inspiring story behind her role in launching a second parkrun in Whangarei to reduce congestion and encourage participation

The meticulous process of planning and organizing a new parkrun course, including navigating permits, safety checks, and community engagement

Maria’s work with Achilles New Zealand, guiding visually impaired athletes and fostering empathy and teamwork

Insights into her participation in Masters athletics, balancing competition with enjoyment and learning new skills like pole vaulting at age 50

The importance of rest, listening to the body, and maintaining resilience at any age

How Maria’s volunteer efforts and bubbly personality positively impact those around her, encouraging newcomers and supporting others in their journey

Practical advice for listeners to make a meaningful difference in their communities through volunteering and kindness

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