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.
Beyond The Finish Line
#Ep 30 | We Answer Your Sydney Marathon Questions
We Answer Your Sydney Marathon Questions
Taper brain, race day fuelling, pacing plans & staying calm when it counts.
This week is all about helping you get to the Sydney Marathon start line feeling ready. We answer your questions on everything from race week nerves to fuelling strategy — plus, Georgia talks through her own plan for race day and Matt finally makes his race announcement.
Also inside:
– Georgia’s race week pacing, fuelling & mental prep
– Matt’s running an ultra marathon
– How to calm taper nerves without spiralling
– Sydney Marathon shakeout run details
🎧 Listener Q&A:
– Is it normal to struggle with pace in training but feel great on race day?
– How should I approach carb loading?
– Should I stop at every aid station?
– Where are the hills — and are they actually hard?
– What’s the best pacing strategy for this course?
– Have there been any course changes?
– How do I recover the day after the marathon?
– How should I approach these last 3 weeks if my training hasn’t gone to plan?
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