Breaking the Barrier

Aug 22 2023 17
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Breaking the Barrier follows the fitness and running journeys of Andrew & Zac... through Marathons, Ultramarathons, OCRs, and everything in between. The aim with the podcast is to inspire people to go above and beyond what they ever thought possible by sharing our experiences as well as interviewing people who have done just that and getting their perspectives. Self-improvement and reflection are also a big part of the show. Lastly, we delve into the world of running and fitness with regular news and trivia. We hope to see you there, going above and beyond what you ever thought possible!

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Episode 163: Distance Vs Priority

Aug 22 2023 47 mins  
In this episode, the guys talk about the priority of long runs, sparked by a question on Facebook-- the place all reason goes to die. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelbourneSupermanInstagram: www.instagram.com/melbournesupermanFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingthebarrierpodcast Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingthebarrierrunning/Life Coaching and PT:

Episode 162: Marathon Training In 12 Weeks?

Jul 23 2023 39 mins  
In this episode, the guys discuss a bit about marathon training and whether it's actually posssible to get to the starting line ready to rock or ready to in 12 weeks!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelbourneSupermanInstagram: www.instagram.com/melbournesupermanFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingthebarrierpodcast Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingthebarri

Episode 161: Races, Paces, And Rants... Oh My!

Jul 05 2023 52 mins  
In this episode, the boys touch a little on pacing, systems that work when you train, and the dreaded fact that the Melbourne Marathon has sold out 16 weeks ahead of the actual event! What?! What do they have to say to all those who missed out? Nothing to most of them... But to those who complain about not getting a spot, watch out!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelbourneSuperm

Episode 160: The Flash MAJOR SPOILERS

Jun 21 2023 62 mins  
In this episode, we talk about the new Flash movie. I mean how could we not right? A movie that has a lead character who runs and you think we won't talk about it? Major spoiler warning... You've been warned!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelbourneSupermanInstagram: www.instagram.com/melbournesupermanFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingthebarrierpodcast Facebook Community:https:

Epsiode 159: Trains, Gains, And Automobiles

Jun 16 2023 34 mins  
In this episode, we talk a little bit about certain running articles that have hit the headlines. Distance VS Pace... Cheating VS.... Well... Not cheating... Lots of interesting banter as always as we explore some articles and head down some rabbit holes!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelbourneSupermanInstagram: www.instagram.com/melbournesupermanFacebook: www.facebook.com/brea

Episode 158: Oxfam!!!

Jun 07 2023 40 mins  
Episode 158? More like Episode 150LATE, amirite? I mean oxDAM this one came out late. Finally, Zac's recap of the Oxfam Trail Walk is here! In true Andrew fashion, I spoke in the beginning of this episode how we had episodes actually banked... And I still came late to the party. Almost 5 years I've been doing this, folks.... One day I will get it right!YouTube: https://www.youtube.

Episode 157: The Boys Are Back In Town!

May 31 2023 40 mins  
After a bit of a break, the boys are back. They talk training, stay power, and pollution... Because that's what you want in a podcast about running, right? Let's do this!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelbourneSupermanInstagram: www.instagram.com/melbournesupermanFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingthebarrierpodcast Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingtheb

Episode 156: Brimbank? More like Grimbank... Amirite?

Apr 06 2023 41 mins  
In this episode, the guys talk about their first collaboration race. Listen in as they talk strategy, ups, downs, and all the thrills to go with it... Here is your Brimbank 50K race recap!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelbourneSupermanInstagram: www.instagram.com/melbournesupermanFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingthebarrierpodcast Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/g

Episode 155: The LumberZac- Warburton 50K Recap

Mar 30 2023 26 mins  
In this episode, Zac recaps the 1st of 3 big race weekends as he kicks this racing year off with a BANG! You'll laugh, you'll cry... Maybe? Yea I did it again... I haven't yet listened... So one of these days Zac is definitely going to put some kind of weird hidden message in here... Well, only hidden if you don't listen... But I digress... Enjoy this episode!YouTube: https://www.y

Episode 154: Mike Gincel- Fighting For Every mile

Mar 20 2023 85 mins  
In this episode, Andrew talks to Mike Gincel, his client and friend who has gone through his very first half marathon. There were trials, tribulations, and everything in between. Listen in as they discuss this amazing journey.Find Mike on Instagram @mike2thefullestYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MelbourneSupermanInstagram: www.instagram.com/melbournesupermanFacebook: www.faceboo