Beyond The Finish Line
"Beyond the Finish Line" is the ultimate podcast for the everyday runner. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner chasing new goals or just lacing up your shoes for the first time, hosts Matt and Georgia bring you inspiring stories, practical strategies, and honest conversations about the joys and challenges of running. Join us as we explore what it truly means to go beyond the finish line.
Episodes
26 episodes
#Ep 26 | We Answer Your Questions! — race tips, injuries, hydration and more.
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, We answer your questions! We deep dive into race day hydration, warm-up and cool-down hacks for busy runners, recovery after your first marathon, and how to pace a mar...
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Episode 26
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1:11:40
#Ep 25 | Embrace The Journey To The Start Line
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Matt and Georgia discuss the challenges and insights of off-season training, the importance of mental resilience in endurance sports, and the value of community support in coaching. They address ...
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Episode 25
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59:03
#Ep 24 | Does Pacing Matter?
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Georgia and Matt discuss their personal highs and lows of the week, including Georgia's new role as Chief Vibe Officer in Matt's business. They delve into training progress, pacing strategies for...
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Episode 24
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1:07:53
#Ep 23 | Fuelled by Facts: Q&A with Sports Dietitian Lauren
In this episode of Beyond The Finish Line, host Matt Butler and co-host Georgia welcome dietitian Lauren Nash to discuss the intricacies of nutrition for endurance athletes. Lauren shares her journey into sports nutrition, emphasising the impor...
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1:12:08
#Ep 22 | Not Sub 10… But Not Done
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Georgia and Matt dive into Matt's recent Ironman experience in Cairns, discussing the challenges he faced leading up to the race, including a hit-and-run accident just days before. They explo...
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Episode 22
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1:20:18
#Ep 21 | Training Camp & Ironman Cairns preview
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Matt and Georgia discuss their personal training updates, insights from a recent marathon training camp, and the importance of coaching and feedback in improving running form. They delve into rac...
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Episode 21
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1:04:34
#Ep 20 | Strong Doesn't Mean Silent
Just a heads up guys, we do touch on some mental health topics in this episode so please keep that in mind while listening to this episode. if you or any one you know needs help call a counsellor from Beyond Blue i have attached th...
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Episode 20
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1:11:54
#Ep 19 | Should you listen to "Smart Data"
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, Georgia and Coach Matt discuss their recent experiences in training, including the challenges of returning to routine after travel, insights from peak training weeks, and the importance of mental and p...
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Episode 19
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1:03:25
#Ep 18 | Georgias Back! and London Marathon Recap
In this episode, Coach Matt and Georgia discuss the upcoming marathon training camp, Georgia's recent travels, and her experience at the London Marathon. They delve into the unique aspects of the race, including the massive expo, the supportive...
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Episode 18
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1:15:08
#Ep 17 | Matt Answers Your Questions
In this episode, Coach Matt discusses various aspects of endurance training, including a unique opportunity for listeners to join a training camp, insights from a Q&A session, pacing strategies, injury prevention, nutrition, and the imp...
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Episode 17
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1:05:12
#16 | The Athlete Mindset
In this episode of the Beyond The Finish Line podcast, Matt and Georgia explore various themes surrounding running, training, and the mindset of athletes. They discuss the transition of podcast formats, the definition of an athlete, the importa...
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Episode 16
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1:01:02
#15 | What are you willing to sacrifice to reach your goals
In this episode of the Beyond the Finish Line podcast, Georgia and Matt discuss their experiences leading up to the London Marathon, including the unique challenges and feelings of anticlimax associated with the event. They also share insights ...
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Episode 15
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1:05:49
#Ep 14 | Training Programs
In this episode, Georgia and Coach Matt discuss their upcoming experiences, including the London Marathon and their travels in Europe. They reflect on the importance of perspective when revisiting familiar places and share insights on balancing...
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Episode 14
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1:01:56
#13 | Strength Training For Endurance Athletes
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Matt and Georgia engage in a lively discussion about their recent experiences in training, the complexities of motivation, and the importance of strength training for endurance athletes. They sha...
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Episode 13
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1:02:38
#12 | Georgia Answers Your Questions
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Matt and Georgia navigate through technical glitches and awkward introductions before diving into their training highs and lows. Matt shares his struggles with uncertainty in his training due to ...
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Episode 12
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1:30:16
#11| How To Balance Life & Training
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Matt and Georgia discuss various aspects of training, injury prevention, and the importance of balancing life with athletic commitments. They share personal experiences with stress and injury, em...
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Episode 11
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1:09:13
#10 How To Stay Injury Free
In this episode, Matt and Georgia celebrate the milestone of reaching episode 10 of their podcast, discussing their listener engagement and growth. They share personal training updates, including highs and lows, and delve into health scans and ...
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Episode 10
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1:15:05
#9 Should You Eat While Running
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Georgia and Matt discuss their experiences over the past week, sharing highs and lows in their training. They delve into the challenges of podcasting, the importance of patience in training, and ...
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Episode 9
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1:11:00
#8 Why Failure Is Important
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, hosts Matt and Georgia discuss their recent training experiences, including highs and lows, injuries, and the mental aspects of preparing for the London Marathon. They delve into the concept of failure...
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Episode 8
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1:15:56
#7 | We Answer Your Questions
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, Georgia and Coach Matt discuss their training updates, the power of manifestation in securing marathon tickets, and the importance of mental health during training. They delve into running challenges, ...
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Episode 7
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1:15:43
#6 Shoes and Social Media
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, Georgia and Matt discuss their experiences in training, the challenges of social media, and the importance of authenticity in brand collaborations. Matt shares his journey as he prepares for an Iro...
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Episode 6
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1:13:25
#5 Lets Talk Training Zones
In this episode, Matt and Georgia discuss their journey in podcasting, the challenges of maintaining consistency, and the importance of zone training in running. They delve into the different heart rate zones, particularly focusing on zone two ...
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Episode 5
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1:14:38
#4 Running 101
In this episode of Beyond the Finish Line, Georgia and Matt discuss their weekly highs and lows in training, focusing on Ironman preparation and the challenges of running. They share insights on how to get started with running, the importance o...
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Episode 4
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52:12
#3 How to crush your goals for 2025 | Our blueprint for success
In this episode of the Beyond the Finish Line podcast, hosts Matt and Georgia discuss their recent experiences, including Georgia's upcoming 30th birthday and her aspirations for the London Marathon. They delve into the importance of goal s...
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Episode 3
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54:51