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 31 | Super Shoes 101: The Good, The Bad & The Placebo
Super Shoes: game-changer or overhyped trend?, Matt and Georgia dive deep into the world of super shoes, carbon plates, and what they actually mean for everyday runners. Whether you’re chasing a PB at Sydney Marathon or just curious about the hype, this episode breaks it all down.
Also inside:
– Matt’s 24-hour ultra relay recap (and why it was all about resetting minimum standards)
– Georgia’s quad strain update and how she’s managing niggles pre-Sydney Marathon
– The difference between super shoes and carbon-plated trainers
– How long super shoes really last (and when they’re worth the investment)
– Why “banking time” early in a marathon is a trap
– Sydney Marathon run club update – 100+ runners joining the community
– The mental side of running gear: placebo or performance?
🎧 Listener Q&A:
– Can super shoes actually make me slower if I’m not “fast enough”?
– Are super shoes worth it for 5K, 10K, or parkrun?
– What to expect at Sydney Marathon if it’s your first big city race
– Is “banking time” early in a marathon ever a good strategy
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