Stimulate Run Podcast

The final episode for seasons 2026. The full panel is back to recap their race day and experiences of the 2026 Comrades Marathon.

The debrief of 2026. Jade and Larin are back to share how their day went. We talk about the week prior. The day itself and the takeaways.

On this episode we discuss the early years of running for Alex. We delve into his progression in times and then also distance.

What has interested him in moving to ultras but also chipping away at his marathon time.

We discuss his comrades learnings and the most recent 2026 result.

▪️2:11:41 marathon

▪️50km World Champion

▪️Maths Teacher & Father

▪️3x Comrades Gold medalist

▪️Importance of proper recovery and nutrition.

The full team are back. Wayne dials in from Dullstroom for an insight into the Hollywood Bets camp who have had Gerda Steyn for Company the last few days.

We talk about the month that was, race plans and as usual much more.

See you all in Durban.

Larin and Jade are back for the pre race episode. Taper and race plans discussed. Enjoy

Steph and Kirsten are back to Recap April. Steph recaps two oceans and her takeaways towards comrades. Kirsten headed to the Dubai mountains and is preparing for her final long run of the block. We also talk about being over trained vs accumulating fatigue.

April recaps

Run:walk plans. Pacing plans

Is running more over less days better than runner less over more days?

All the usual chat and topics along the way.

The full team is back to recap the March. Kirsten raced in Barcelona, she tells us what that was like and also what its like currently living in Dubai. Steph is building up for two oceans and has half an eye on comrades. Wayne got stuck at work but is tracking on schedule.

We discuss not over doing it. When to be peaking and what mental techniques are used.

Larin and Jade are back to recap the month of March. Jade fresh of a half marathon 4 min PB and a tempo long run marathon. Larin made smart decision and will be all the better for it moving into a big April. We also get through some questions.

Sarah Webster has represented the Isle of Man and Team GB. The 24hr record holder and on this episode we discuss where running started for her, her time on the Isle of Man, becoming a Vet, Staying in her comfort zone and what is still to come.