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In this episode, we break down the Comrades Up Run route, the key climbs, where runners lose control, and how to use your pacing band properly on race day.

You’ll learn why the first 36km are not the place to take risks, where the route starts to open up, and how smart pacing can help you protect your legs for the sections that really matter.

If you’re nervous about the route, your pacing chart, or how to approach race day, this episode will help you feel calmer, clearer, and better prepared.

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In this episode of UP, we talk about what to do if you ran Cape Town Marathon three weeks out from Comrades, how to adjust your training if your legs are sore, and why recovery now is more important than squeezing in extra kilometres.

We also cover what to do if you’re feeling sick, carrying a niggle, or worried about losing fitness during the taper. 

The key message: when in doubt, leave it out. 

A few days of rest now can make the difference between arriving on race day healthy or risking your entire Comrades.

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In this episode, we talk through the final long run, how to recover from peak training, and what your Comrades taper should look like over the final three weeks.

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In this episode, we look at the dangerous “I’m feeling amazing” phase of Comrades training... when runners are at their fittest, but also most likely to overdo it. 
We cover how to recover properly after your biggest long run, why silver runners need to hold back on their final 50km, how to set a realistic race-day goal, and why your watch might be lying to you when it comes to pacing on Comrades day.

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Pre-order Your Custom Comrades Marathon Pacing Band Here: https://shop.coachparry.com/

How far should your final long run be before Comrades?

In this episode, we break down how far your final long run should be before Comrades, when to do it, and why running too far can hurt your race. 

Learn how to build confidence, test your nutrition, and arrive at the start line feeling strong.

 Grab our Comrades Training Plans here

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
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When training gets serious, things can go wrong.

In this episode, we tackle the reality every runner faces: illness, injury, and the mental pressure of pushing through peak Comrades prep.

Learn when to rest, when to push, and how to come back stronger, without losing fitness or risking everything.

 Grab our Comrades Training Plans here

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

Before you jump straight back into training… watch this.

In this episode, we break down exactly how to recover after an ultra or marathon, so you don’t waste your race, lose fitness, or pick up an injury heading into your next goal.

From real post-race experiences to simple “rules of thumb”, we cover:

• How to know when your body is ready to run again
• The biggest recovery mistake runners make
• What your soreness is actually telling you
• Nutrition strategies to speed up recovery
• Why sleep is your secret weapon in peak training
• How to bounce back stronger for Comrades

If you’re in a heavy training block right now (especially April into Comrades prep), this episode is essential listening.

 Grab our Comrades Training Plans here

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

It’s peak Comrades training season… but are you actually training smart?

In this episode, we break down the biggest mistakes runners make in April, when mileage is high, fatigue is creeping in, and injury risk is at its peak.

We cover:
⚠️ Why intensity could be ruining your training
📉 How to balance mileage without burning out
🏃‍♂️ How to use Two Oceans as the perfect Comrades dress rehearsal
🍌 Exactly how to dial in your race nutrition (45–60g carbs/hour)
🔁 The right way to recover so you don’t sabotage your next 6 weeks

If you're feeling tired, overwhelmed, or unsure if you're doing enough (or too much)… this is a must-watch.

 Grab our Comrades Training Plans here

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
Grab your spot in our upcoming Faster Beyond 50 Masterclass here: https://coachparry.com/lkz8-Faster-Beyond-50-Masterclass

👉Pre-order your custom TTOM Pacing band here: https://shop.coachparry.com/

Peak Comrades training is here… and with Two Oceans just 2 weeks away, runners are asking the same question:

👉 Can I race both?

But that’s the wrong question.

In this episode, we break down exactly how to use Two Oceans as a powerful training tool, without compromising your Comrades performance.

You’ll learn:
Why racing Oceans can hurt your Comrades result
The right pace strategy for your medal goal
How to structure your final long runs
The “Rule of 3” every Comrades runner must follow
How to train for hills, pacing, and run-walk strategy

If you’re serious about running your best Comrades… this is essential listening.