This week, we're joined by Simon Poli, co-founder of Perth Pub Runners. Together we talk about: Why he started Perth Pub Runners The importance of having runs clubs where pace and distance don’t matter Running 4x 200 mile events in one year What he loves about ultra running The potential for collaborative beer mile But first we CRAP on about: An in…

In this episode, we're joined by Michael Le Page, President of the West Australian Marathon Club. WAMC is responsible for running a large proportion of the road races in Perth. Together we talk about: The many unknown aspects that go into organising a major running event The process that goes into shutting down the Cappuccino Strip (and other major…

Hayden’s back, the co-hosts are reunited, and we’re helping you to get ready for summer running. Together, we discuss: Slowing the fuck down Slip, slop, slap and don’t underestimate a legionnaires cap Hydrate! Preferably with water but beer also works Be nice to yourself when everything feels hard and you wonder where your fitness has gone But firs…

Hayden is still on holidays, so this week Jordan Dinga joins Shannon to discuss the things we say to ourselves during a run: The appararent difference in men and women when it comes to thinking about food. Smiling to convince yourself that you’re having a good time. some personal mantras we use to help us through. input from our listeners on what’s…

Hayden is on holidays and Shannon's brought in a ringer who is so far from casual. She's joined on this episode by her fiancé, Mackenzie Burgoyne, to talk about strength training for runners. Is strength training necessary. How many days a week should you be doing it. What are the key movements you need to incorporate. What role does protein and ca…

In this episode, we're joined by Oliver Black and Jesse de Rooy. They are long term 620 members and very recently completed their first every marathon. Together we talk about: Their definition of a casual runner Training for their first marathon Running three half marathons in a week in preparation A thorough recap of their two very different race …

In this episode, we are joined by guest host Ella Eastaugh ('East-or'). Ella tells us about her casual runner journey and her recent PB attempt before we provide some casual commentary on pacing strategies ahead of the Perth Running Festival. But first, we CRAP on about: What is the difference between a tempo and a threshold? Ella takes on Mount Bu…

In this episode, we're joined by Havi Govender. He is an accountant by day (we know, another one) and when he's not crunching spreadsheets, he is also co-founder of @bbc_runclub (Banana Bread Chasers RC). Together we talk about: - How BBC became the tastiest run club around - Havi tells us about the BBC community - COOOOOOOOOPS - What makes a good …

In this episode, we talk about comparison culture, the thief of joy. We share our own experiences and a couple of hot takes on what we think you can do to help snap yourself out of it. Maybe its not always about running faster than someone else? But first, we CRAP on about: How far would you go to steal a Strava segement? Shannon realises she is ab…

In this episode, we're joined by Abdul Mohamed-Isa. He is a postie by trade, is affectionately known as Mr Parkrun, and is pretty darn funny. Together we talk about: - Where running sits on his priority list (hint: it’s nowhere near the top) - parkrun Statesperson - what is it and how do you qualify - If you’re not cheating than you’re not trying -…

In this episode, we're taste tasting gels so you don't have to. We're not going to give away the results, but we give the gels that a casual runner is most likely to find a go. The ones you find at Woolies or Coles, maybe a Supplemart, we're giving them a try and providing our honest recommendations. But first, we CRAP on about: Setting a challenge…

In this episode, we're joined by Scarlett Duncan. She is the founder and head coach at DOSE Running, one of Perth's best run coaching services. Together we talk about: How Scarlett found a love for running and an ever bigger love for creating community What DOSE stands for and what it means to her How to ensure longevity as a runner Why the CRAP ru…

In this episode, we discuss some classic running cliches and if they have any merit: Run slow to run fast 80% easy / 20% hard Respect the distance No pain no gain The only bad run is the one you didn’t do The race is the reward for the training But first, we CRAP on about: Doing your threshold during a Parkrun Excuses to stop for water in the middl…

In this episode, we're joined by Steve Komene. He is the founder of the @theearlyones_ run club, one of Perth's biggest run clubs. Together we talk about: What Steve defines as a casual runner Best PB list we have had so far… The origins of the @theearlyones_ run club Pride in the growth of the early ones community That one run he did in Bali But f…

In this episode, we discuss what we listen to while we run and debate music versus podcasts, including: If listening to murder podcasts while you run makes you a serial killer Why podcasts help Shannon get through hard sessions Whether or not we wear headphones while we're racing Hayden's pre-rugby music routine Podcast and playlist recommendations…

In this episode, we're joined by Zane Walsh. He's a longtime friend of Hayden's and is the definition of a casual runner without the casual times. Together, we talk about: How he got into all six world majors His experience running each of them Tips for ticking them off the bucket list What he defines as a casual runner Other cool runs that you can…

In this episode, we discuss some tips for those who are at the very beginning of their running journey, including: There's no shame in walking Running to time rather than distance Getting comfortable with being a bit uncomfortable The cliche of running slow to run fast Trying not to compare yourself to anyone else But first, we CRAP on about: Hayde…

In this episode of CRAP, Hayden & Shannon discuss Two completely different training week outcomes. Garmin being a straight up bully. Predicted vs actual race times. Tips for training in winter. Temperature cut offs to help you decide what to wear. Some lovely feedback we received from a listener. Follow us on Instagram and join the conversation - @…

In this episode of CRAP, we welcome our first guest, Narrischka Irvine, who joins us to discuss: How she still qualifies for the podcast after making the podium in her first marathon The pressure she puts on herself and how she deals with it Why she likes running longer distances Balancing training for big runs with two little girls But first, Hayd…

Welcome to CRAP, the Casual Runners Appreciation Podcast. This is a podcast for you and me, the every day runner. We're not elite athletes, we're just out there jogging along. In the first episode of CRAP, we talk about: What’s this podcast about and why did we create it? Who are Hayden and Shannon and how did they get into running? What defines a …