EP49 - LIVE AT BONDI: ANDY BUCHANAN, AG1 & SYDNEY MARATHON WEEK
For the very first time In The Beginning went live — thanks to our mates at AG1 — inside the iconic Bondi Icebergs dining room.We’re joined by Australian marathon record holder Andy Buchanan, nutritionist Erica Greenwell, and big-wave charger/triathlete Clint Kimmins in front of a packed room of runners gearing up for Sydney Marathon.From beating Kipchoge (yes, really) to stress reactions, shoe rotations, nutrition hacks, and whether Bendigo actually trumps Sydney and the Gold Coast as a running mecca — this ep has everything.Huge thanks to AG1 for making this live show possible and for backing Aussie endurance sport.#sydneymarathon #AG1 #runningaustraliaFind out more info on AG1 - hereFollow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
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EP48 - FROM FASHION FLOORS TO MARATHON FEVER
This week’s episode — we dive into Adidas’ “Chasing 100” — a six-hour, 100km world record attempt — and whether it can ever compete with Nike’s Breaking2 playbook. Speaking of Nike, their Sydney Marathon activation with Strava and Kipchoge might be the smartest marketing move we’ve seen in years.We also get into:Salomon’s first Sydney store launch (and Courtney’s awkward lap of the room)The 10 running brands fashion kids actually desireIf running shoes had Tinder profiles (yes, Brooks is still “your mum already likes me”)Strava predictions: broadcast rights, live tracking, and maybe a mute button for speedy show-offsDeeks’ Quarters — Liam’s new favourite session for chasing a sub-40 10kThe fuelling wars: Rice Krispies vs expensive gelsLocal race the Washpool Trail Event in Coffs HarbourIt’s banter, controversy, fashion, and a whole lot of running — the perfect lead-in to our live show at Bondi Icebergs with AG1 this coming Friday.Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
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EP 47 - FROM OUTBACK GORGES TO HYBRID ROCK STARS
Sunrise runs in remote Lawn Hill, City2Surf sprint tactics, and the roast of Liam’s HYROX obsession (now with the ick). Plus: shoe stereotypes, Strava crown disasters, and why some runners come back stronger after a marathon.Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
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EP 46 - RUB MY BELLY FOR A PB
All right, runners, trail hounds and Strava segment hunters—EPISODE 46 is a biggie. We've got:🏃♂️ Liam’s back doing 16K runs and falling in love with running all over again (but only in 20° arvos... he’s officially a soft Queensland runner now).🌄 Courtney’s on 70K weeks, dodging injuries and sniffing around new road shoes like a free agent on deadline day—Nike Vomeros, Adidas Bostons, even calling in the Kayano cavalry.🗺️ Trail tales galore: from St Mary’s Peak’s perfect 200m to Kunanyi’s organ pipes, we go deep into the runs that felt magic. And yes, there’s a plan brewing for an “Oh Sh*t Run” series.🎽 Big race weekend recaps:Chase The Five (LSKD’s new 5K track night)Sunny Coast Half (Andy Buchanan breaking records and maybe hearts)Rainbow Beach Trail Mara and Rumble in the Jungle getting dirtyPlus, a cheeky teaser for the Diverge Skyruns on Tassie’s west coast—gnarly ridgelines, wet socks, and wild terrain incoming.🛰️ Strava’s on notice. Liam was robbed of his Adelaide tempo run thanks to a GPS glitch. Elon, if you're listening, sort the satellites.🔥 And finally—City2Surf. Courtney's segment the Red Bull Flying Sprint, a 1km Strava segment in Rose Bay with a trip to Japan up for grabs. Trip. To. Japan. For. Running. One. Kilometre.Next week, it’s City2Surf wrap-up time. See you then—injury-free, full of endorphins, and probably with another pair of shoes to review.Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
HYROX chat cops backlash, Courtney buys Crocs, and Noosa Tri gets binned for a 40th. We cover:Travis Barker’s new Run Club$700 kids’ bikes?!Triple Top trail raceRugby’s fall & NRLW’s rise“Cheeky Beverage Club” cultureRunning chat with a side of chaos—just how you like it.Follow the podcast on Instagram @inthebeginningpodcastCourtney on StravaLiam on Strava
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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