The Run Cape Town Podcast

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Coach Parry

13 episodes

13 hours ago

This is the Coach Parry podcast for the Cape Town Marathon hosted by Jamie Hattingh and Ntutu Letseka.

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This is the Coach Parry podcast for the Cape Town Marathon hosted by Jamie Hattingh and Ntutu Letseka.

Episodes (13/13)

The Run Cape Town Podcast

3 Weeks to Cape Town: Your Final Training & Pacing Guide

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Three weeks to go until Cape Town Marathon! Jamie and Ntutu break down the final week of hard training before tapering begins, explain why “don’t test yourself now” is the golden rule, and share smart pacing strategies tailored to the Cape Town route. From early climbs, tricky descents, and weather factors to crossing the blue carpet at the stadium, this is your guide to racing strong and finishing proud.

6 days ago

34 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

Cape Town Pace Band: Critical For Race Day Success

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Episode 11 of the Run Cape Town podcast lands exactly one month out from race day! Host Jamie is joined by Coach Ntutu and, later, Coach Lindsay Parry to guide you through the crucial final stretch of marathon prep. We unpack your final long run—why it’s the “dress rehearsal,” what to test (kit, fueling, hydration strategy), and what not to do (no marathon distance, no late “catch-up” miles, and save those carbon shoes for race pace).

Then we lock in realistic race goals, using recent time trials and races to dial expectations and shape a smart pacing plan. Lindsay explains the Coach Parry pacing bands—built to the Cape Town course profile and customized to your exact goal time—and how to use them with course distance markers (not just your GPS).

1 week ago

29 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

Recovery Week Mistakes CTM Runners Keep Making

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

Five weeks out from the Cape Town Marathon, Jamie and Coach Ntutu from CoachParry.com break down how to nail your recovery week so you arrive fresh for the final push. We cover what to do if you raced this weekend (hello, Gun Run crew!), how to manage niggles, injuries, and winter bugs, what to avoid in a down week, and how to think about your longest run and the last four weeks before race day. Expect clear, practical guidance on sleep, fueling, foam rolling/strength, pacing expectations, and why you shouldn’t “test fitness” right now.

🎯 You’ll learn:

- Exact priorities for a proper recovery week (sleep, nutrition, easy running)
- How many days to ease back after a 5k/10k/half — and why the half is sneakily destructive
- When to see a physio and why “48 hours when in doubt” beats training through pain
- What sessions still matter in the final month (and what to skip)
- How to manage the head game so you don’t judge fitness during peak fatigue
- Why taper ≠ losing fitness — it’s where performance shows up

2 weeks ago

33 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

Six Weeks to Go: Seeding 101, Race Calendar Tweaks & Kit Checks

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

Six weeks from Cape Town Marathon, Jamie and Coach Ntutu break down the seeding/wave email (what it means and what not to stress about), how to use next week’s tune-ups like Gun Run without derailing your block, smart plan tweaks and mini-tapers, what to do after you race, and the gear dress-rehearsals (shoes, belts, socks, layers) that prevent race-day surprises.

3 weeks ago

36 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

The Cape Town Marathon Pacing Mistake That Could Cost You Everything

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

We’re officially seven weeks out from Cape Town race day, and it’s crunch time!
In this episode of the Run Cape Town podcast, the coaches dive deep into pacing strategies, the run-walk method, and smart ways to navigate water stations.

1 month ago

32 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

Why Most Runners FAIL Their Marathon Nutrition (Don’t Let This Be You!)

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

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Eight weeks to go until race day! In this episode of the Run Cape Town Podcast, host Jamie Hattingh and Coach Ntutu Letseka from CoachParry.com break down the critical next phase of your Cape Town Marathon training.

We dive into:
🏃‍♂️ How to manage your training load without burning out
⚖️ The importance of truly easy runs (and why they’re harder than you think!)
🍌 Practical tips for nutrition & fueling during long runs
💧 Building a smart hydration strategy for race day
🥤 What to expect at water stations and how to plan ahead

Whether you’re a first-time marathoner or chasing a new PB, this episode will help you fine-tune your training, fuel smarter, and avoid the common mistakes that sabotage race day success.

1 month ago

30 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

Why This Week Could Change Your Cape Town Marathon

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

We are nine weeks out from Cape Town Marathon and it is recovery week. Coach Ntutu shares why these weeks are just as important as your hardest training sessions, how to use them to boost performance, and why sleep, nutrition, and smart rest will make or break your marathon. We also explore the value of time trials, how to practice race skills now, and why trusting the process will leave you stronger for race day.

1 month ago

39 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

Training for Cape Town? If you ignore this your will FAIL

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

10 weeks to go! In this episode of Run Cape Town, Jamie and Coach Ntutu dive into a critical balancing act: how to juggle race-day efforts with marathon training, why you should respect your recovery days, and how intensity—not just pace—can make or break your block. They also bust myths about the 10% rule and answer the golden question: “Should I make up missed sessions?”

1 month ago

38 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

The Long Run SECRET for the Cape Town Marathon

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

With the Cape Town Marathon just 11 weeks away, it’s time to master the most important session in your training: the long run. In this episode, Coach Ntutu breaks down exactly what happens in your body during a long run, why it’s so essential for marathon success, and how to pace, fuel, and plan it properly. Whether you’re chasing a PB or just want to finish strong, this is your blueprint for going long with confidence.

2 months ago

36 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

The ONLY Thing That Matters When Training For The Cape Town Marathon

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

With just 12 weeks to go until Cape Town Marathon race day, Coach Jamie and Coach Ntutu break down what it means to officially begin your marathon training block. They cover what consistency really looks like, how to manage intensity, the truth about recovery, and how to smartly incorporate races into your schedule without sabotaging your training.
Whether this is your first marathon or you're chasing a PB, this episode is packed with insights that will keep you on track all the way to the finish line.

2 months ago

32 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

The Future of the Cape Town Marathon

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

The
Cape Town Marathon is officially sold out and may soon join the ranks of global World Majors. In this episode, Jamie and Ntutu unpack what that means for everyday runners, how ballot entries will work, and how to handle training disruptions like illness, weather, and life getting in the way.

2 months ago

31 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

2025 Cape Town Marathon Training Starts NOW

Grab your Cape Town Marathon Training Plan here: https://coachparry.com/2025-cape-town-marathon-training-plans/

It’s here! Episode 1 of our very first Cape Town Marathon Podcast has officially landed! 🎉 Whether you're aiming to finish your first 42.2K or chasing a brand-new PB, this is your go-to guide. Join coaches Jamie Hattingh and Ntutu Letseka as they kick off the series with everything you need to know 14 weeks out from race day. From when to actually start training, to realistic pacing goals, strength training secrets, and recovery hacks, this episode is packed with golden nuggets for runners of all levels.

Get ready. The road to Cape Town starts now. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🔥

2 months ago

32 minutes

The Run Cape Town Podcast

BREAKING NEWS: The Cape Town Marathon Is Coming Your Way SOON

Coach Parry is excited to announce that the Cape Town Marathon Podcast is coming your way soon...

2 months ago