RUN with Coach Parry
10km, 21km or 42km. It doesn't matter what distance or time you run, what matters is that you RUN. In this weekly running podcast Coach Lindsey Parry helps you become a better a runner.
Boston Marathon - We help John plan a Marathon PB [One on One Coaching Call]
On today's episode of RUN with Coach Parry, we chat to one of our online community members John Hauber. John has been using one of our 12 week marathon programs and smashed his PB by 14 minutes; running 3:21 and in doing so also qualified for the Boston Marathon. Coach…
Reaching your potential - One on one Coaching Session with Mthunzi Dwanya
On today's episode of RUN with Coach Parry, we speak to another one of our CoachParry Online Community members Mthunzi. Coach Parry and Mthunzi talk all about Mthunzi's inspiration to start Comrades all the way to helping him reach for higher goals for all distances.
Balancing speed & endurance - One on One Coaching Session with Jeff Ostrom
Today's one on one coaching call is with another one of our athletes on our marathon programs - Jeff Ostrom. Coach Parry advises Jeff on how to get faster across all distances, with KaapseHoop Marathon particularly in mind. Jeff comes from a team sport background and so Lindsey shares how this…
Working on Pacing - One on One Coaching Session with Janine Mazery
Today on Run with Coach Parry, we have another one on one coaching session with one of our athletes - Janine Mazery. Lindsey guides Janine with her weekly schedule and some of her goal race times for this year. Lindsey then gives some insight into the different training paces on…
One on one coaching call: We help Alex put a plan in place for New York Marathon
On today's episode of RUN with Coach Parry we help Alex put a plan in place for the New York Marathon. Which happens to be the same weekend as Soweto Marathon and Kaapsehoop Marathon - so there's lots to get out of this even if you're not training for New…
Long slow distance vs high intensity: what is the right balance to have in your running program?
Many runners do all or most of their training at one pace. Ideally a well structured program should have a good balance between long, slower running and some high intensity running. If you're not on one of our CoachParry.com training programs (where this is already sorted for you) and need some…
Protein and Running: Is protein intake important for runners?
On today's episode of Run with Coach Parry we have another great question from our members forum. We know the benefits of carbohydrates for endurance sports, but there is so much hype around protein and protein intake around these days, is it important for runners? If so, how much and…
Is treadmill running better than no running at all?
How much better is it to run out on the road or on the trails versus running on a treadmill? If I cant manage to run outside can the treadmill be a suitable substitute for this? Coach Parry answers today's question from our member's forum about running on a treadmill,…
Which marathon (locally & internationally) is best for a PB/PR?
The second half of the year is great to work on some speed with some "shorter" distances, for those who usually focus on ultra marathons at the beginning of the year. Today's question on Run with Coach Parry comes from our member's forum and focuses on which marathons both internationally…
How do I improve my running pace?
This has to be the most common question in our forums - "How do I improve my pace?" The answer to this seems to be the holy grail in most running circles especially for those coming off lots of long, slow mileage from Comrades Marathon / Ultra Marathon training. Whether you're…
Planning on running Comrades 2019? Here's what you need to be doing now
Are you planning to run the Comrades Marathon in 2019? Whether you're a novice to Comrades, a beginner runner altogether or a seasoned Comrades runner Coach Parry gives insight into what you should be doing from now until the end of 2018 to ensure you set yourself up for success…
Altitude Training - Is it really beneficial?
Is altitude training really all its cracked up to be? Should both elites and recreational runners be using altitude training to improve their performances? On today's episode of Run with Coach Parry, we explore all things around this very common buzzword in endurance training. Coach Parry explains the benefits of…
How to get back into training after being sick
How much fitness do you lose after being off sick, if any? Where do I start in my training program after being sick? Coach Parry gives some sound advice to returning to training after illness and how to re-adjust your training program to get back into things.
What's the most important running gadget you should have?
We all love a good gadget, but do they really make us better runners? Does all the new technology and information contribute to maximising our performance? Today, Coach Parry shares his insights into the most important gadgets and if you could only buy one gadget which one it should be…
What is "threshold" training?
On today's episode of Run with Coach Parry we're talking some running lingo. Specifically, what is "threshold"? We're constantly hearing people talk about running at / below / above threshold - what does this mean and how important is it for my training? Coach Parry gives insight into the different terms used…
Can I go from the couch to Comrades in a year?
Are you inspired by the Comrades Marathon finishers of 2018? What does it take for someone to go from the couch or from a regular parkrun to crossing the line of the Comrades Marathon? In todays episode of Run with Coach Parry, we discuss what it takes to be able to…
Is sleep the missing component in your training?
Today we're talking about the importance of sleep and the role it plays in your training. Should it be considered a component of training? Today's lifestyles dont always allow for a lot of sleeping time, so what is best to get the most out of our sleep in order to…
Cape Town Marathon - We help Steyn put a plan in place to qualify for Comrades
On this edition of RUN with Coach Parry Lindsey and Brad catch up with Steyn van Zyl. Steyn is training for the Cape Town Marathon and we help him put a plan in place to help him qualify for next year's comrades. We also discuss the dangers of falling into…
What is the most efficient way to run downhill?
With the Comrades down run coming up, or if you are racing in any other net downhill marathons, the question on everyone's minds is what is the most efficient way to run downhill without injuring yourself? Coach Parry gives you the answer in today's episode of Ask Coach Parry
What is the most efficient way to run downhill?
Today's question for Ask Coach Parry comes from the Coach Parry Facebook group and with it being a down run at Comrades this year; many runners are asking this question - What is the most efficient way to run downhill? Is there a trick to it? Coach Parry answers this question…