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 40 | Heart Rate, Holidays & Hard Truths: Your Running Questions Answered
Description
This episode is all about your questions. From training in the heat and increasing cadence to coaching vs. self-coaching, we dive into the common challenges runners face — and what to do about them. Georgia shares her triathlon training update and future plans for the New York and Boston Marathons, while Matt talks big goals for 2026, including a top-10 Ironman finish and a return to the trail world.
Also inside:
– Training through summer: how to adapt without burning out
– Georgia’s coaching approach for beginner runners
– Matt’s path toward Ironman World Champs & Kosci return
– The mindset shift between racing and rebuilding
– Why cadence might not be the real problem
🎧 Listener Q&A:
– How do I get my heart rate down on easy runs?
– What’s more effective with limited time: zone 2 or intensity?
– Should I train through an injury or rest completely?
– How do I increase cadence as a slower runner?
– Is Jeffing realistic for time goals like sub-5?
– How do I choose my first trail race?
– Do I really need a coach — or can I self-coach?
– Tips for staying consistent over the holidays
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