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PODCAST

In the Beginning Podcast

Liam Flanagan and Courtney Atkinson | Running and Marathon Tips

Welcome to the ‘In the Beginning Podcast’ – where Liam Flanagan - Triple M Radio Host and Courtney Atkinson - Olympian & Red Bull Endurance Athlete have a yarn about all things running, fitness, and life. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, have a listen for some real sports talk & a few laughs based all based around running . Recorded on the Gold Coast!

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00:43:03

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - MIND, BODY, MARATHON -...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/06/03

This episode is brought to you by Southern Cross University, naming sponsor of the 10km event at the Gold Coast Marathon. We dive into both the physical and mental prep for the Gold Coast Marathon with two experts from Southern Cross University. Dr. Gabe Fernandez, senior physiotherapist, breaks down why Achilles and calf injuries are so common and how to build strength and endurance leading up to race day. And Dr. Melanie Clark, post-doctoral research fellow, shares mental strategies for staying

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01:04:59

EP 37 - SPOT A NEPO BABY, WIN A POLAR WATCH & LIGHT A...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/30

It’s a big chat. We kick off with our first-ever giveaway thanks to the legends at Polar, before diving into the Gold Coast Suns ‘nepo baby’ drama, Courtney’s next marathon mystery, Kiwi endurance grit, tech in shoes and sailing, and Liam’s update after officially pulling out of GCM.🚨 GIVEAWAY TIME 🚨We’re giving one lucky runner the ultimate setup — a Polar Pacer GPS running watch AND H10 heart rate strap 🎁Whether you're training for your first 5K or lining up for your next marathon, this combo

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00:49:23

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - 5 WEEKS TO GO: BRONTE'S...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/27

With five weeks to go, Bronte smashes her 30K run (despite being sick), our coach from Lace Up Running, Benita Willis warns against getting too ambitious with marathon pace, and Liam makes the tough call to pull out of the race. Plus, a deep dive into race gels, aid station strategy, and why planning your fuel matters more than you think.Contact Benita at Lace Up Running Bronte on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Follow the podcast on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@inthebeginningpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Courtney on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strava⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Liam on

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01:00:41

EP 36 - CIGGIES, STERIODS & SUB-3 DREAMS ON ICE

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/23

Courtney’s bouncing back, Liam’s breaking down (again), and Bronte’s smashing the 30K! This week, the team dives into the wild world of the Enhanced Games, the madness of UTA trail jams, and William G’s run across Australia—beers, banter and record-breaking. Plus: Strava’s new labels, the mystery of mismatched racing shoes, listener shoutouts from Scotland and a very big guest tease. One of us is running, one of us isn’t, but the pod rolls on.Follow the podcast on Instagram

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00:58:04

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - THE INNER WORKINGS &...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/20

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Gold Coast Marathon? We chat with Ryan McDonald, Athlete Services and Elite Program Manager, about everything from elite athlete demands to course tweaks, crowd science, and how to make the most of race day. Whether you're running, spectating, or just curious, this episode has all the insider tips you need to know for this year's Gold Coast Marathon.Follow the podcast on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@inthebeginningpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Courtney on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strava⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Liam

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00:48:49

EP 35 - RUNNING PLAYLISTS, SURFING SHOWDOWNS &...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/16

This week, Courtney and Liam kick things off with the top 5 running songs as voted by 500 runners – are they the perfect playlist picks or total misses? Then it’s back to the treadmill as they share their recovery runs, training tweaks, and Strava hacks as the Gold Coast Marathon looms closer. Plus, they dive into the Gold Coast Pro’s surprise venue switch and what it means for future comps, and the buzz around Wrexham AFC’s upcoming Aussie tour#running #marathon #fitnessFollow the podcast on

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00:49:11

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - 7 WEEKS TO GO!

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/13

It’s a full house in the studio this week as Courtney returns, and Bronte gears up for her longest run yet – a 30K mix of trail and road. Benita shares essential advice on how to handle race day shoe choices, pacing strategies, and how to stay mentally tough when the going gets tough. Plus, Courtney’s back with some perspective on dealing with injury setbacks and how to reset goals with just seven weeks to go until the Gold Coast Marathon. Tune in for training insights, runner confessions, and a bit

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01:05:49

EP 34 - WHY IS COURTNEY WEIRDLY COMFORTABLE NOT RUNNING?

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/09

In this week's episode we go down some rabbit holes! Topics include:Trail Running vs. Eco-Tourism: Are we sacrificing raw adventure for accessibility?Aussie Records: Sam Clifford and Izzy Bat-Doyle smash 10K national records — but why aren’t they household names?Highs and Lows: From record-breaking splits to gut-wrenching injuries — the rollercoaster of elite endurance sports.Strava Predictions: Can AI really predict your marathon time after a month off running?Wings for Life World Run

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01:12:34

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - EXPERT PHYSIO ADVICE,...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/06

Eight and a half weeks out from race day and Liam’s calf is cactus. Again! So we brought in one of the best — Olympic team physio and Gold Coast Physio & Sports Health director Britt Caling — to unpack how to stay unbroken on your marathon build.In this episode:– Bone stress, calf dramas & the U-curve of injury risk– Why “just running” isn’t enough: strength, sleep & activation tips that work– What to do when you’re sick during training (plus the myth of running through it)– How to build

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01:11:06

EP 33 - TINDER RUNS, NOSE STRIPS & BAD MOTELS

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/05/02

Courtney’s back in the studio, Liam’s (sorta) back from injury, and the pod is back in full swing. We chat rites of passage in elite sport—are locker room hazings a thing of the past? Plus, stories from Lightning Ridge (spoiler: it’s no resort) and a load of Strava-fuelled chaos from Tinder run clubs to Cliff Bar nightclub ads.Also on deck:Courtney’s retro triathlon kit breakdown (radars + rad shorts)London Marathon wrap: Yee, Kipchoge, and a 1M entry predictionNose strip showdown begins Listener

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00:44:32

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - MINDSET, MISTAKES &...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/29

9 weeks to go til the Gold Coast Coast Marathon and on this episode:Bronte Langbroek hits a half-marathon wall Benita Willis teaches why running slow wins marathonsLiam Flanagan battles calf injury blues + pool running fails Nine weeks to go — mindset, mistakes, and motivation!🎧 Perfect for first-timers, comeback runners, or anyone stuck in the injury trenches.

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00:50:40

EP32 - STRAVA'S BIG POWER MOVE

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/25

This Week:Courtney pulls 6Gs (and holds his guts)Strava buys Runna App — big moveBoston: winner gets flattened, still winsAlex Yee’s marathon debut + secret shoesGroup runs = fewer bonksPooping beats podiums (for running fame)🎧 Up next on Wednsday: Gold Coast Marathon Series with Benita on strength + pivoting your marathon goalFollow the podcast on Instagram ⁠⁠@inthebeginningpodcast⁠⁠⁠Courtney on ⁠⁠⁠Strava⁠⁠⁠Liam on ⁠⁠⁠Strava⁠SHOW NOTES:Strava acquires Runna AppRobot half marathon

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00:48:23

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - TRUTH ABOUT HEART RATE...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/22

Zone 2, HRV & the Truth About Heart Rate Training — Presented by Polar - key partner of the Gold Coast Marathon.This week we’re joined by Jon Easdown — sports scientist, Polar solutions specialist — to break down the science behind heart rate zones, recovery data, and wearable tech.From zone 2 training and lactate thresholds to heart rate drift and the gold-standard chest strap, Jon shares practical tips for runners of all levels. Plus, a sneak peek at the next big frontier in wearables:

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01:06:35

EP 31 - STRAVA HEAT MAP HACKS & PACING CRIMES

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/18

Liam and Courtney unpack a pacing scandal at the Canberra Marathon—how far off is too far off your pacing target? They dive into the rise of Aussie sprint stars, and whether a little rivalry between Gout Gout and Lachlan Kennedy could take things up a notch.Plus:▪️ Race report from Nike’s After Dark Half Marathon 🌙▪️ Retro running gear chat▪️ Strava heatmap hacks▪️ And the Uno-inspired tip for marathon shoe strategy 🎴Tune in for plenty of run chat & bold takes.Follow the podcast on Instagram

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00:51:53

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - START OF A 12-WEEK...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/15

Strap in — we're kicking off a 12-week sprint to the Gold Coast Marathon!In this first episode, Courtney and Liam tee things up with Aussie marathon royalty and Olympic legend, Benita Willis, who’s steering the ship as coach for the crew.We’re also joined by Bronte Langbroek — brand new to the marathon game and ready to give it a red-hot crack.From Bronte’s goal to run the whole way to Liam gunning for that sub-3, there’s plenty of nerves, laughs, and marathon wisdom in the mix.Benita lays down the

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01:08:48

EP 30 - OLYMPIC UNIFORM SECRETS & AFL TATTOOS

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/11

We’re chatting:🍺 AFL controversy — Darcy Fogarty’s beer tattoo & the marketing madness🎽 Grand Slam Track? Hot or Flop? + a listener’s London Landmarks Half story🎉 Ryan Kelso’s big pitch for the Armidale Running Festival (with a possible custom In The Beginning brew!)👟 Gear chat, training updates & moreSubscribe and join the run!Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcast⁠Courtney on ⁠Strava⁠Liam on ⁠Strava⁠LINKS // Episode Mentions & Extras:- Darcy Fogarty x Coopers x JR Smith Supreme

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00:35:55

GOLD COAST MARATHON SERIES - KICKSTARTING TRAINING...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/08

In the Beginning.. Runs Gold Coast MarathonWe’re kicking off a special Gold Coast Marathon series, and to start things strong, Liam and Courtney have a yarn with Aussie running legend and coach Benita Willis.In this ep, we chat through some big goals (yep, including Liam eyeing off a sub-3 marathon 😅), what it really takes to prep for race day, and how to juggle training with everyday life. Benita also maps out a smart approach for both Liam and first-time runner Bronte LangBrook – covering

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01:11:45

EP 29 - GATORADE OR POWERADE?

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/04

This week’s chat is all over the place—in the best way possible! We dive into listener podcast picks, Sydney Marathon prize money, and Liam’s big 8-week challenge results. Plus, Courtney breaks down the quest for optimal running weight (science or sorcery?).From the ancient beer-loving brotherhood of Geelong 🍻 to the brand-new Armidale Running Festival, there’s plenty to unpack. And, of course, the age-old debate: Powerade or Gatorade? Which fuels the best performance? 🏆Tune in and join the convo

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01:02:25

BENITA WILLIS INTERVIEW - IN THE BEGINNING... RUNS...

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/04/01

In The Beginning… Runs ASICS Gold Coast MarathonImagine if you could have Australia’s greatest ever distance runner guide you through your training for the Gold Coast Marathon…Well stop dreaming because In The Beginning podcast has teamed up with the legendary four time Olympian and Gold Coast Marathon ambassador Benita Willis for a special 12 week series focused on the road to the GC Marathon. In this episode, we get to know athlete Benita Willis and learn how she developed her passion for guiding

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01:03:35

KUNANYI MOUNTAIN RUN SHOW PRESENTED BY SALOMON

In the Beginning Podcast ·

2025/03/30

Special Show: On Location in Hobart for the Salomon Golden Trail Race, KunanyiIn this episode, we recap Liam's exciting match race with Pete, Salomon Australia's Brand Manager. The race covered 25 kilometers, including a challenging climb up Mt Wellington with a total of 1,600 meters of elevation gain!We also take a deeper dive into Salomon's French heritage, their rise in the sneaker boom, and how the outdoor brand navigates the emerging trends and categories in the industry today.

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