The Full Distance
Go The Full Distance is the podcast for triathletes who live and breathe Ironman.
Hosted by Matt and Dave, this show is all about Triathlon the highs, lows, and everything in between — from brutal training weeks to race day, mental battles to gear chat, and all the dumb events endurance athletes keep signing up for.
If you're chasing finish lines, weekly long runs, and the kind of pain that makes you feel alive… you'll feel right at home here.
New episodes weekly. Swim. Bike. Run. Talk sh*t. Repeat.
Episodes
47 episodes
#Ep 6 | Young Guns, Banned Shoes & Cam’s Crazy Training Blocks
In Episode 5 of The Full Distance Podcast, Matt and Dave dive into the wildest stat of the year: Ironman sign-ups are exploding, and nearly 40% of new athletes are under 30. What does that mean for the sport? Is it a blessing or a curs...
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Episode 6
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1:00:50
#Ep 5 | 2025 Men's Ironman World Championship Recap
Less than 24 hours removed from the 2025 Men’s Ironman World Championship, Matt and Dave sit down for a bonus episode of The Full Distance Podcast to break down what might have been the best race in recent years.From the swim dy...
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Episode 5
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56:38
#Ep 4 Who Wins in Nice? Our 2025 Men’s World Champs Preview
Episode 4 of The Full Distance Podcast goes a little rogue. Matt kicks things off with a hypothetical: if you were wrongly sentenced to 10 years in jail, what three items would you bring to survive? From pillows to hidden phones to run...
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Episode 4
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1:05:33
#Ep 3 | From Addiction to Obsession: How Matt Became an Ironman
In Episode 3 of The Full Distance Podcast, it’s Matt’s turn to share his journey. From Michelin-star kitchens in Europe to battles with addiction, depression, and starting over from scratch, this is the raw story of how endurance sport...
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Episode 3
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1:10:08
#Ep 2 | From 125kg to Ironman: Dave’s Journey
In Episode 2 of The Full Distance Podcast, it’s all about Dave. Just 18 months ago, he was 125kg, battling poor mental health, and living a sedentary lifestyle. Fast forward to today — he’s an Ironman finisher, ultra-marathon trainee, ...
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Episode 2
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1:10:21
#Ep 1 | Welcome To The Full distance
Description Welcome to the very first episode of The Full Distance Podcast! Formerly known as The Triathlon Lab, this rebranded show brings a fresh new format: two mates, plenty of banter, and all things endurance.<...
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Episode 1
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5:29
#40 | Is He The BEST Swimmer In Ironman? | Sam Askey-Doran
In this engaging conversation, Matt Butler and Sam Askey-Doran discuss Sam's journey through triathlon, including his recent bike accident, race experiences, and the challenges of transitioning from swimming to triathlon. They delve into nutrit...
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Episode 40
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1:10:29
#38 | The Sub 10 Diaries | Part 1
In this episode, Matt Butler discusses the evolution of his podcast format, transitioning from guest interviews to solo episodes focused on his journey to complete a sub 10 hour Ironman. He shares insights on his training goals, the challen...
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Episode 39
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55:24
#37 Dan Barry | Inside Elite Age Group Racing
In this conversation, Matt Butler and Daniel Barry discuss Daniel's experiences leading up to and following the Ironman World Championship in Kona. They explore the challenges of training, the impact of family dynamics, the pressure of performa...
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Episode 38
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52:17
#36 Blake Parker
In this conversation, Blake Parker shares his journey into triathlon, reflecting on his recent race experiences, training philosophy, and future aspirations. He discusses the importance of self-coaching, the balance of swim, bike, and run train...
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Episode 37
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58:51
#35 | The Return Of The King | Clayton Fettell
In this conversation, Matt Butler and Clayton Fettell discuss the evolving landscape of triathlon coaching, the impact of technology on performance, and the dynamics of age group racing. They explore the importance of personalised coaching stra...
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Episode 36
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51:51
Im Back
In this episode, Matt Butler discusses his journey through mental health challenges, the impact of sponsorship issues on his podcast, and his plans for rebranding and revitalising the podcast. He emphasises the importance of curiosity and exper...
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Episode 35
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29:30
#33 - David Simmons (Road To Ironman)
In this conversation, Matt and Dave discuss Dave's journey to training for his first Ironman. They talk about the challenges and questions that arise during the training process and the importance of consistency. They also touch on nutrition an...
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Episode 34
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58:58
#32 Chloe Hartnett
Chloe Hartnett discusses her sponsorship with Wheat Bix and her journey in triathlon. She shares how she got into triathlon after excelling in running and swimming as a child. Chloe talks about her training schedule, including swim squad sess...
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Episode 33
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1:00:56
#31 Hamish Longmuir
In this conversation, Matt and Hamish discuss Hamish's recent training and racing experiences. They talk about the challenges of training in cold weather, the durability of bikes, and the impact of injuries on performance. Hamish shares his jou...
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Episode 32
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1:24:38
#30 Guy Crawford
This is a race debrief between Matt Butler and Guy Crawford. They discuss the build-up to the race and the main takeaways from their training. They talk about the importance of volume and the challenges of balancing training with other life com...
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Episode 31
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1:10:39
#29 - Race Review Ironman Cairns
In this episode, Matt Butler provides a review of his personal experience participating in the Cairns Ironman. He discusses his preparation leading up to the race, his mental health struggles, and his confidence in completing the race. He share...
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Episode 30
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46:34
#28 Daniel Barry
Daniel Barry discusses his recent race at Port Macquarie, his training strategies, and his upcoming race at Kona. He reflects on his performance at Port Macquarie, highlighting the swim as an area for improvement. He also discusses the importan...
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Episode 29
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1:02:18
#28 Bonus Episode (Running Deep Podcast)
The conversation explores the experiences of Matt Butler, a former chef in the high-pressure world of Michelin-star restaurants, and his journey through addiction and mental health challenges. The discussion touches on the intense and competiti...
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Episode 28
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1:27:58
#27 Launching Tri Camps Australia
Go Follow Tri Camps on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tricamps_aus/Check out the camps - https://www.tricamps.com.au...
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Episode 27
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34:30
#26 Pete Brown - You are an Ironman!
In this conversation, Matt Butler interviews Pete Brown, who recently completed his first Ironman. They discuss Pete's overall experience, including his anxiety leading up to the race, his fears about the bike portion, and his surprising st...
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Episode 26
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1:29:22
#25 Gus MacDonald
Gus MacDonald, a competitive rower turned triathlete, discusses his journey in the sport and his goals for the future. He reflects on his transition from rowing to triathlon and the importance of structure and goal-setting in his training. Gus ...
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Episode 25
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1:06:49
#24 Sydney Performance Lab Pt2 V02 & Lactate Testing
In this episode, Matt and Claire discuss the results of Matt's pre-season testing at the Sydney Performance Lab. They talk about the importance of training in the correct heart rate zones and the common mistakes people make in their training. M...
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Episode 25
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49:13
#23 - I Get Interviewed! Addiction, Mental Health & Triathlon
Matt Butler shares his journey from addiction to triathlon and how the sport has transformed his life. He started as a chef and struggled with addiction and mental health issues. After hitting rock bottom, he decided to turn his life around a...
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Episode 24
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1:07:59
#22 - My reaction to PTO - T100 Miami
In this solo podcast episode, I shares my thoughts and feedback on the PTO T100 Miami event. I emphasises that while he appreciates the PTO's efforts to improve triathlon, there is still a long way to go to achieve mainstream success. Matt disc...
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Episode 23
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