Runversation

Runversation

You’re listening to Runversation with Rochelle and Kate — where we chat all things running: tips, stories, advice, research, and inspiring guests. So lace up… and join the runversation!

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October 3, 2025 68 mins

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🎙️ Can runners really have it both ways - mileage and strength? In this episode, Rochelle dives into the endurance side (run load, economy, hills, drills, long run structure) while Kate breaks down the strength science (capacity, tendon and bone health, plyos, eccentric prep, smart scheduling).

Together, we show how these two worlds don’t compete — they complete each other. From injury prevention and performance gains...

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🎙️ This week, we had the privilege of having Craig Alexander, a three-time Ironman World Champion, two-time 70.3 World Champion and humble family man share his journey from professional athlete to life after the profession. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from a competitive sports career, the importance of maintaining a balance between family life and training, and how the pandemic impacted his routine. ...

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September 17, 2025 54 mins

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Would you trust your next PB to a $12 pair of ‘elite carbon shoes’ from Temu? 👟😂 In this week’s Runversation, we go full guinea pig - ordering budget-friendly (and slightly terrifying) running fits, trying them on, and giving our brutally honest reviews.

Then we shift gears into recovery: (17:50) what actually helps, what’s just Instagram noise, and which myths need to be binned once and for all.

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In this episode of Runversation, Rochelle and Kate take on a classic runner’s debate—treadmill running versus outdoor running. We break down the key differences, explore the common myths (no, the treadmill isn’t “cheating”), and chat about why your watch never quite matches the numbers on the treadmill.

We cover:
1. The five biggest differences between running indoors and outside
2. Why your watc...

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September 2, 2025 52 mins

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🎙️This week we unpack all the excitement from the Sydney Marathon weekend with special guest Sharon Johnson. 

From the buzz on the start line to the finish line emotions, we dive deep into the moments that defined this year’s race.

In this episode we chat about:
 🏃‍♀️Sharon’s Sydney Marathon experience and reflections
 🌏The race’s growing reputation on the global stage
 🧠The mental an...

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This week on Runversation, we sat down on the couch with none other than Phil Gore. While wearing pedi foot masks (yes, really!), we dove into his incredible ultra-running journey, his unique foot care routine, and his deep love for running. Of course, true to Runversation style, we went off on plenty of random tangents too.
A mix of laughs, insights, and stories you won’t want to miss—this episode is as real and ...

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August 19, 2025 38 mins

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In this episode of Runversation, we dive into taper week - the part of training that drives runners a little mad. Rochelle and Kate unpack what tapering is, why it feels so mentally tough, and how to handle the doubts, phantom pains, and restlessness that come with it. They share practical tips, real runner stories, and science backed insight on why less really is more in the final weeks before race day.

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August 13, 2025 29 mins

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🎙️Episode 3: Does Your Coach Need to Have Done It Themselves?  🏃‍♀️💬

Episode 3:Would you pay a hustler? 

In this episode, we dive into a hot topic: Would you pay someone to coach you who hasn’t run the distance you’re chasing or doesn’t have an accreditation? Rochelle and Kate unpack the pros, cons, and myths around what really matters when it comes to choosing the right coach.

Plus, Kate...

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August 7, 2025 36 mins

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🎙️Episode 2: Let’s Talk Stress – Peeling Back the Layers 🧠 💥
In this episode of Runversation, we dive deep into the topic of stress — and not just the surface stuff.

Rochelle and Kate explore the hidden layers of stress that runners (and humans!) carry, how it impacts performance, motivation, sleep, recovery… and everything in between. We unpack the difference between physical, emotional, and mental st...

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🎙️Episode 1: Welcome to Runversation with Rochelle & Kate! 🏃‍♀️💬
In our very first episode of Runversation, meet your hosts — Rochelle, a marathon coach and Aussie rep at the IAAF World Championships, and Kate, a Strength Coach, Sport Scientist, Physio, and PhD powerhouse.

We dive into why we started Runversation, what you can expect from each episode, and how we plan to bring a fresh (and sometime...

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