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Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Coach Parry

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1 week ago

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Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

70-Year-Old Barefoot Runner Crushes Comrades

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He started running in his mid-50s… and ran Comrades at 70. Barefoot.
In this episode, Brad chats to Dr. Sidy– a retired French diplomat turned barefoot ultra runner who has:
- Run 500+ marathons and ultras
- Raced on every continent
- Finished his 4th Comrades just after turning 70

He shares how a joke at the Chicago Marathon changed his life, why he believes every human should run Comrades at least once, and how he’s still running 600km+ a month in his 70s without falling apart.

1 day ago

43 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Trail Queen to Tar: Landie Greyling’s Back-to-Back Comrades Journey

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Back-to-back Comrades finisher, SA marathon champ, and trail-running icon Landie Greyling joins Brad to unpack the leap from mountains to 90 km of tar. She shares the exact switches that build road speed, how she juggles training with motherhood, and why the up-and-down runs feel like two different sports.

We talk pacing vs. terrain flow, strength work after 40, crowd energy, shoe choices, and whether a Comrades gold is on the cards for 2026.

1 week ago

32 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

The Comrades Comeback You HAVE To Hear: Liv & Albert's INCREDIBLE Story

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What does it take to chase a dream for a decade and finally nail it on attempt number ten? In this goosebump-filled Comrades story, Albert Fayard sets out for his 30th finish and that coveted triple green number… but he doesn’t go alone. His physiotherapist, Olivia 'Liv' Schiller, swaps the treatment room for the start pen, pacing, nudging, and downright dragging him through doubt, cramps, and the darkest patches to glory. It’s grit, heartbreak, teamwork and the kind of finish that reminds you why Comrades is the greatest human story on tar.

2 weeks ago

52 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Comrades 2026 just got REAL

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Today’s episode is a big one: Comrades 2026 entries open for CMA/Green Number members — and we’re sharing exactly how to use the next few weeks wisely (especially after the Cape Town Marathon cancellation) so you keep your fitness, get qualified early, and set up a stress-free build to Comrades.

We’re also running a limited-time special on our Comrades Marathon Training Roadmap to celebrate entries opening. And… we’re laying out the non-negotiables of how we coach Comrades runners (so you can decide if we’re your people).

What you’ll learn

How to pivot smartly after Cape Town Marathon’s cancellation
Why qualifying now is a huge physical & psychological win
The ideal approach for novices vs. experienced runners
The 4 things you won’t do if you train with us

3 weeks ago

25 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Cracking the Ultra Code with Carla Molinaro

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Comrades-bound and cake-fueled! 🏃‍♀️🎂 Ultra star Carla Molinaro - LEJOG record-smasher, Two Oceans podium finisher, and 2025 Comrades Top 10 - opens up on racing with joy, riding the pain waves, and why passing cyclists on Chappies might be tougher than gold. Lessons on grit, play, and the mindset to go very, very far.

4 weeks ago

34 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

The Man Who Runs Comrades in a Cow Suit (Richard Laskey’s Untold Story)

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This episode of Up is raw, emotional, and downright inspiring. Brad sits down with Richard Laskey, better known to many as “the guy in the cow suit” at the Comrades Marathon.
But behind the costume is a story of unimaginable loss, resilience, recovery, and purpose.
From running one of the toughest ultra-marathons on earth in a sweltering cow suit to raising millions for kids with cancer, to fighting his own battles with addiction, Richard’s journey is about grit, giving back, and never giving up.

1 month ago

50 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Tete Dijana: Inside the Mind of a Comrades Champion

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In this special edition, Brad sits down with 2025 Comrades Champion, Tete Dijana. From his humble beginnings to becoming a back-to-back Comrades winner, Tete opens up about his training, recovery, mental strength, and the life-changing impact of the world’s greatest ultramarathon. This is a raw, inspiring conversation with one of the greatest modern-day Comrades athletes.

1 month ago

28 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Peak Block Survival: Recovery, Heat Strategy, and When NOT to Chase a Qualifier

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Berlin was hot-hot-hot and Lindsay felt every kilometer. In this episode of UP we cover: how to pace and cool in the heat, the smartest way to survive peak marathon block, what to do if an injury nukes your qualifier, a calm plan for Comrades 2026 novices, Two Oceans ballot realities (and alternatives), plus news on Cape Town pacing bands and Comrades’ new race director.

1 month ago

34 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Why Comrades Is About More Than Medals (Featuring Comrades Board Member Nontuthuko Mashimane

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

In this episode, we sit down with Nontuthuko Mashimane to unpack the incredible role of charities at the Comrades Marathon. We explore the inspiring causes behind the race, how donations make a difference, and—most importantly—how runners can get involved and give back while chasing their Comrades dream.

1 month ago

42 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

The TRUTH About Comrades Pacing Buses

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As we look ahead to Comrades Marathon 2026, Brad sits down with Stuart Mann from runningmann.co.za to unpack race-day data on pacing buses: how “sticky” they really are, who actually finishes with them, when they help (and when they don’t), and what this means for your race strategy. We also touch on negative vs positive splits, medal targets (e.g., Bill Rowan sub-9, Robert Mtshali sub-10), and a surprising look at where runners fall off—or latch on—late in the race.
Plus: an emotional update on last week’s guest, Pie-Pacifque, and his remarkable story.

🎯 You’ll learn
- Whether you should run in a pacing bus or run your own race
- Where buses gain/lose runners and why the 12-hour bus behaves differently
- Why the sub-9 bus stands out—and where the 10-hour Wave 1 struggled
- How half-hour “buffer” pacing (e.g., 11:30 for a sub-12) can raise finish odds
- The reality on negative splits (down vs up) and how ego sneaks in
- Practical tips to avoid congestion and tailor pacing to your strengths (ups vs downs)

2 months ago

38 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

This Story Will Change the Way You See the Comrades Marathon Forever!

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

From surviving the Rwandan genocide to conquering his first Comrades Marathon, Pie-Pacifique Kabalira-Uwase's story is one of resilience, purpose, and the true spirit of endurance. This is more than just a race; it’s a journey of survival, healing, and honouring fallen comrades.

2 months ago

35 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

The Spring Comrades Marathon Shift

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Spring is here in the Southern Hemisphere and in this episode of Up, Brad and Coach Lindsey unpack where Comrades hopefuls should be right now, how to approach Cape Town & Soweto Marathon as qualifiers, and what first-timers (and two-year planners aiming at the 100th Comrades in 2027) should focus on next.

You’ll get clear, practical guidance for September–November: weekly volume targets, sharpening speed with shorter intervals, smart race selection, and why strength training is non-negotiable (hint: most DNFs start the race already injured). We also chat about entry date rumors, qualifying windows, and what to do if you’re not marathon-ready yet—without the panic.

2 months ago

21 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

10:47 & Tears: Shaina’s Unbelievable First Comrades

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Shaina-Rae, East Coast Radio host and coffee shop owner, shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey to completing her first Comrades Marathon in 10:47. From family legacy to a surprise post-surgery comeback, this episode is packed with heart, grit, and goosebump moments.

2 months ago

23 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

From 11 Hours to Silver Medals in Comrades - The Sipho Marima Story

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Get ready for an inspiring and energy-packed conversation with the unstoppable Sipho Marima as we dive into his journey from soccer to running, from half marathons to five Comrades finishes, and what his secret weapon is. We unpack the rise of Hyrox, the mental game behind chasing silver medals, and the life lessons this “cult” race keeps teaching year after year.

3 months ago

35 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

The Minister of Champions vs. The Final 10K

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From electric blankets in Durban to last-minute Comrades hustle, comedian and runner Rory Petzer is back on Up with stories that'll make you laugh, cringe, and maybe lace up again. We talk about surviving Comrades 2025, the itch to run again, dying on stage (literally and comedically), and why stand-up comedy might be scarier than the final 10K of the up run.

3 months ago

41 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

'Why Did I Enter?’ → ‘When’s the Next One?’(A Comrades Novice Story)

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

In this raw and real Comrades debrief, Amish Kooverjee shares what it’s like to run 90K for the first time, battle unexpected chaos, and still fall in love with the race. From the magic of the start line to the moment everything unravelled, this one’s a must-listen for every future Comrades runner.

3 months ago

23 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

The Hill Trick That Helped Gerda Steyn Float to the Finish Line

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What does it take to win Comrades and still love every step of the journey? In this deep, heartfelt, and raw conversation, Brad chats to the 2025 Comrades Marathon women's champion, Gerda Steyn, just weeks after her victory.

They unpack the mental strength it takes to race 90km, why she prefers the up run, how she trains for both versions of Comrades, and what it really means to carry the weight of a nation’s hopes on race day.

3 months ago

50 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

What NO ONE Tells You About Post-Comrades Recovery

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Subscribe to the Cape Town Marathon Podcast here: https://capetownmarathon.transistor.fm/subscribe
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In this episode of Up — the Comrades Marathon podcast brought to you by CoachParry.com, Brad Nadauld is joined by Coach Lindsey Parry to unpack where you should be in your training at the end of July 2025. Whether you're aiming for Cape Town Marathon, planning your Comrades 2026 debut, or figuring out how to recover properly post-Comrades, this episode is packed with practical advice.

They also chat about:
- Cape Town Marathon training timelines
- Strength training for runners (no gym needed!)
- Advice for beginners and returning runners
- The importance of consistency — and why you shouldn’t rush your recovery
- A fun suggestion to “earn” your back-to-back medal

3 months ago

26 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Race Director Confessions: What Most Runners Don’t Know About Comrades

Resources mentioned in this podcast:
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Ever wondered what really goes down behind the scenes at the world’s most iconic ultramarathon? In this episode, Brad chats with Comrades Race Director Alain Dalais just weeks after the 2025 race to uncover the chaos, exhaustion, and triumphs. From sleepless nights to managing 24,000 athletes, you’ll never see race day the same way again.

4 months ago

33 minutes

Up - A Comrades Marathon Podcast

Schalk Bezhuidenhout's SHOCKINGLY Simple Comrades Strategy

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

Schalk Bezhuidenhout ran his first Comrades Marathon in under 10 hours—with no fancy gear, no strength training, and barely a long run over 42K. In this raw, hilarious debrief, he shares the highs, the toilet breaks, the toe drama, and how he accidentally ran a negative split. A must-listen for any runner chasing Comrades glory.

4 months ago

30 minutes