Casual Runners Appreciation Podcast

In this episode, we're taste tasting gels so you don't have to. We're not going to give away the results, but we give the gels that a casual runner is most likely to find a go. The ones you find at Woolies or Coles, maybe a Supplemart, we're giving them a try and providing our honest recommendations.But first, we CRAP on about:Setting a challenge for Hayden's wife to be a guest on

In this episode, we're joined by Scarlett Duncan. She is the founder and head coach at DOSE Running, one of Perth's best run coaching services. Together we talk about: How Scarlett found a love for running and an ever bigger love for creating communityWhat DOSE stands for and what it means to herHow to ensure longevity as a runnerWhy the CRAP runner can benefit from run coachingBut

In this episode, we discuss some classic running cliches and if they have any merit:Run slow to run fast80% easy / 20% hardRespect the distance No pain no gainThe only bad run is the one you didn’t doThe race is the reward for the trainingBut first, we CRAP on about:Doing your threshold during a Parkrun Excuses to stop for water in the middle of a session Shannon straight up not

In this episode, we're joined by Steve Komene. He is the founder of the @theearlyones_ run club, one of Perth's biggest run clubs. Together we talk about: What Steve defines as a casual runner Best PB list we have had so far… The origins of the @theearlyones_ run clubPride in the growth of the early ones community That one run he did in BaliBut first, we CRAP on about: Shannon th

In this episode, we discuss what we listen to while we run and debate music versus podcasts, including:If listening to murder podcasts while you run makes you a serial killerWhy podcasts help Shannon get through hard sessionsWhether or not we wear headphones while we're racingHayden's pre-rugby music routinePodcast and playlist recommendationsBut first, we CRAP on about:Hayden goin

In this episode, we're joined by Zane Walsh. He's a longtime friend of Hayden's and is the definition of a casual runner without the casual times. Together, we talk about:How he got into all six world majorsHis experience running each of themTips for ticking them off the bucket listWhat he defines as a casual runnerOther cool runs that you can do around the worldBut first, we CRAP

In this episode, we discuss some tips for those who are at the very beginning of their running journey, including:There's no shame in walkingRunning to time rather than distanceGetting comfortable with being a bit uncomfortableThe cliche of running slow to run fastTrying not to compare yourself to anyone elseBut first, we CRAP on about:Hayden getting demolished at rugbyRunning with

In this episode of CRAP, Hayden & Shannon discussTwo completely different training week outcomes.Garmin being a straight up bully.Predicted vs actual race times.Tips for training in winter.Temperature cut offs to help you decide what to wear.Some lovely feedback we received from a listener.Follow us on Instagram and join the conversation - @casualrunnerspod

In this episode of CRAP, we welcome our first guest, Narrischka Irvine, who joins us to discuss:How she still qualifies for the podcast after making the podium in her first marathonThe pressure she puts on herself and how she deals with itWhy she likes running longer distancesBalancing training for big runs with two little girlsBut first, Hayden and Shannon talk about:A wet Bibra L

Welcome to CRAP, the Casual Runners Appreciation Podcast. This is a podcast for you and me, the every day runner. We're not elite athletes, we're just out there jogging along.In the first episode of CRAP, we talk about:What’s this podcast about and why did we create it?Who are Hayden and Shannon and how did they get into running?What defines a casual runner and is there a cutoff