Todays episode is a short and sweet solo episode! I share my personal thoughts on the sled fiasco at HYROX World Championships and how to mitigate that. I also talk about a couple of the new rules for the 2025/2026 season, that have piqued my interest and I think they will impact my personal races coming up......

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In this episode, I sit down with sports dietitian Mal to talk all things nutrition, fat loss, and fueling performance—without obsessing over food tracking. We dive into practical nutrition strategies for the everyday and competitive athletes , as well as how to know when it’s time to stop a fat loss phase, and simple ways to make meal prep easier. Mal also shares her experience as a figure skater, strength and conditioning coach, and performance dietitian, giving unique insights into balancing training, nutrition, and other aspects of life. Whether you're an athlete or just someone looking for sustainable nutrition tips, this episode is packed with gold! 🎙🔥

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This is part 2 of our conversation with Sara Eldridge! If you missed part one listen here - 

Sara (A.K.A SEZ) is a a powerhouse athlete who has made waves in her first year of competing in Strongman. Sez also competes in Powerlifting, and CrossFit and has achieved some incredible feats. Sez opens up about her journey through the highs and lows of entering the fitness industry as a coach and an athlete and shares her experiences battling toxic diet culture.

We delve into her inspiring story of resilience and the strategies she’s developed to fuel her body and mind for success. Sara also gives us an inside look at how she balances the demanding schedule of shift work while staying at the top of her game as an athlete.

Whether you're an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or someone navigating your own health and wellness journey, this conversation is sure to give you a laugh alongside some honesty, and inspiration. This is Part 1 of a two-part series you won’t want to miss!

Sara (A.K.A SEZ) is a a powerhouse athlete who has made waves in her first year of competing in Strongman. Sez also competes in Powerlifting, and CrossFit and has achieved some incredible feats. Sez opens up about her journey through the highs and lows of entering the fitness industry as a coach and an athlete and shares her experiences battling toxic diet culture.

We delve into her inspiring story of resilience and the strategies she’s developed to fuel her body and mind for success. Sara also gives us an inside look at how she balances the demanding schedule of shift work while staying at the top of her game as an athlete.

Whether you're an athlete, fitness enthusiast, or someone navigating your own health and wellness journey, this conversation is sure to give you a laugh alongside some honesty, and inspiration. This is Part 1 of a two-part series you won’t want to miss!

Kris is a powerhouse athlete who is featured on the latest season of Search 4 Hurt. BUT Kris isn’t just an athlete—she’s a multi-talented creative who has recently published her debut book: ‘lust, love, lost and everything in between’. 

We dive into what it takes to achieve your goals, the lessons learned from moving across the country, and the highs and lows of navigating the world and your goals - no matter what area of life they are based . From personal growth to finding what truly matters in life, Kris shares her inspiring journey with honesty and passion. Whether you’re chasing big dreams or simply looking for a fresh dose of motivation, this episode is packed with insights and stories you don’t want to miss! - Remember to leave a review + subscribe :)

This is the perfect episode to listen to on a long run :) In todays episode I got to interview the inspiring Nat Elder! From training for a half Iron Man to Hyrox, studying nutrition, discussing how to balance training with life and discussing her growth as a coach and athlete... PLUS SOO MUCH MORE! You are guaranteed to take away so many gems from Nat and I am so excited to share. Plus Nat talks about her goals getting into the Elite 15 doubles pro in Chicago next year -

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Today I interviewed the amazing Sammy Hankins who is one of the contestants/athletes on season 4 of Search4Hurt. We talk about everything from her experience on the show, dealing with injuries, her journey in becoming the athlete she is today + $600 tactical bags (iykyk), HYROX + so much more! There's lots to discuss and takeaway especially with Sammy's experiences in developing a growth mind set with competition. I hope you enjoy this chat!

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In todays episode I had the pleasure of chatting to 7 athletes of different backgrounds and goals, who are racing at this weekends Sydney Backyard Ultra! From first time Ultra runners and the more experienced, powerlifters turned into marathon runners and everything else in between - there are so many awesome takeaways from each athlete. Whether you’re starting your running journey or well into it, I’m sure there are heaps of gems that you can implement into your own training, events and life. So kick back and enjoy! 

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Today Hyrox Announced a teaser (or potential clue) in regards to where the Hyrox World Championships is going to be. Is my sleuthing correct? We will have to wait and see. Plus in this episode we talk about Hyrox new rules - the Elite 15 doubles + Hybrid Fitness in Australia! Having had multiple Hybrid fitness events like Deka Trifecta weekend, Turf Games, Sydney marathon (not sure if this counts lol) + Hyrox... Hybrid Fitness is truly taking Australia by storm!!! So sit back and relax - enjoy the episode. Don't forget to leave a review :)

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In todays episode we take a deep dive into my Hyrox Melbourne experience from the Plane ride, to all the way back home. As well as address the elephant in the room - how on earth did I forget my timing chip? We also discuss the secret sauce to how I overcame forgetting my chip and was able to push through to finish the race. There is a lot to unpack so this is the perfect episode to listen to while out on your long run or ride :)

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