The Free Speed Podcast

Thinking about running a half marathon? Whether it’s your first 21.1K or you’re chasing a PR, this episode breaks down everything you need to train smart, stay healthy, and execute on race day. We cover training fundamentals, pacing strategies, injury prevention, fueling, race-day mindset, and post-run recovery—so you can cross the finish line feeling strong. Ready to run your best half yet? Let’s go.

In this episode, we dive into Calvin’s journey—from growing up as a competitive athlete to transitioning beyond university rowing. He shares how his mindset evolved through challenges, the values that shaped him, and how he found new purpose in endurance sports like triathlon and Hyrox. We also discuss the struggles of leaving a structured sport environment, staying competitive, and what’s next. If you’ve ever had to navigate life after high-level competition, this one’s for you.

In this episode, we break down our experience at Hyrox Brisbane—everything from taper week, pre-race nerves, and strategy to how it actually felt station by station. Cal hit his sub-65 goal, Tash learned some tough lessons, and we both walked away with takeaways for the next one. Whether you raced this weekend or are thinking about signing up for your first Hyrox, this episode is all about the highs, the challenges, and the Free Speed mindset.

In this episode, Calvin flips the script and interviews Tash about her journey—how she went from someone who never saw herself as an athlete to building a brand, coaching others, and finding confidence through fitness. They dive into her childhood, the turning points that shifted her mindset, and how CrossFit, Hyrox, and running gave her a sense of purpose. Tash shares the challenges of building something from scratch and why success is about staying patient and trusting the process. If you’ve ever doubted your path, this one’s for you. Keep showing up—the results will come.

What happens when an athlete and a non-athlete start dating? In this episode, we break down how our relationship evolved as Tash went from having no sports background to competing in CrossFit, Hyrox, and running races. We talk about the challenges, the learning curves, and how competing has shaped our dynamic over time. Plus, lessons for couples navigating different lifestyles—how to encourage without forcing, find common ground, and grow together.

With just a few weeks until Hyrox Brisbane, Tash is dialling in her race strategy—breaking down pacing, workouts, and the mindset needed to show up ready. In this episode, we talk about what goes into building a solid plan, why the little details matter, and how perspective can make or break performance. From navigating training highs and lows to frustrations as small as a bad grocery store run, we dive into how mindset influences everything. Tune in for real talk on preparation, trust, and the small wins that add up to big results.