RUN with Coach Parry
10km, 21km or 42km. It doesn't matter what distance or time you run, what matters is that you RUN. In this weekly running podcast Coach Lindsey Parry helps you become a better a runner.
How to manage 70.3 and Comrades training
In this edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, we look at training for Comrades and a 70.3 in the same year. The big question is, can you use swimming and running as strength training for Comrades? Does this make a difference depending if it is an Up or Down…
Two Oceans and Comrades as a foreigner
Coming up on this episode of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, Lindsey get's asked about doing Old Mutual Two Oceans and Comrades in the same year. Not an uncommon practice, or unachievable task by any standards. However add in coming from America, add in the time zone travel for two…
What core exercises are best for marathon runners?
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry Podcast. Kelvin Brown wanted to know; what are the best core exercises you can do with marathon running? While a hard question to answer over a podcast, without being able to physically show you, Lindsey gives some great tips on where and…
Tips for dealing with running blisters
Do you battle with blisters as a runner? On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, Lindsey gives you tips and advice on how best to prevent them from happening. It's a common problem for many runners, so here is how to nip those pesky blisters in the butt.
Do I really need all the gadgets to run Comrades?
Coming up in this edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast we look at the use of gadgets to help your running. Lindsey gets asked by a Comrades Marathon novice if they are a necessity. The simple answer is no, the more useful and fun answer can be heard in…
Comrades novice - how to pick a training programme
Coming up on this episode of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, we look more into the 2016 Comrades Marathon training programmes. A lot of excitement was sparked by their going live at the start of July, but how do you know if you are on the right one?
Considerations for running Comrades as a 20 year old
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, Lindsey gets hit with the question of, can you run the Comrades Marathon at the age of 20? While it is not impossible, nor potentially bad for you; you need to take your running career ambitions into consideration when making the…
What every runner should know about Strength Training
On this episode of Ask Coach Parry we have a question in from Daniel Cunama, Daniel was saying he ran Comrades in 2013, that was the last down run, and his quads were in agony from Fields Hill onwards. Daniel, welcome to the club, I think that was most of…
Different running shoes between training and races?
On this episode of Ask Coach Parry we chat to Lindsey Parry about the choice of using one pair of shoes to train in and a different sort of shoe for races and how this can affect your performance. and today’s question comes in from Sean. Lindsey, a question on…
How can I safely increase my weekly mileage without injuries?
On this episode of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, I’m Brad Brown with Lindsey Parry joining us once again. Lindsey, another great question in this time, it was on Facebook as well, from Jenny Groenewald, Jenny said, how can I safely increase my weekly mileage without injuries and tiring myself…
How to balance your Comrades training
Coming up on this edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, Lindsey get's hit with the poignant question; how to balance long runs and intensity work while training for Comrades. Truth of the matter is, even if you are training for a Silver medal, you never need more than 15%…
Caught between Bronze and Vic Clapham at Comrades
The 2016 Comrades Marathon training programmes are out! But are you caught for pace in the middle of two of them? On this edition of the Ask Coach Parry Podcast, Lindsey tells you how to adjust for a time between Bronze and a Vic Clapham medal.
Can I run marathons after Meniscus surgery?
In this episode of Ask Coach Parry podcast, we’ve got an injury related question. It’s something we touched on in the past, but the question submitted by Natalie Griqua, Lindsey, Natalie wants to know, is it wise to run marathons after you’ve had this surgery?
How to become a running coach
On this episode of Ask Coach Parry, we have an interesting question off the Facebook page from Sandile and Sandile wanted to know, what are the requirements to train or coach runners. Do you need a qualification or if you think you know what you’re doing, can you just go…
Do I need gels when I run long?
Welcome back to another edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, Lindsey Parry joins us, I’m Brad Brown. Lindsey, question in from Charlotte today and she wants to know; is it a good idea to run long distances without taking gels. She used to use them in half marathons; but…
How to transition to a lower drop shoe
Fantastic question been submitted for this edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, it comes in from Ryan Spencer. Lindsey, Ryan says he’s a keen trail runner, he does the odd 10 and 21km on the road. Off road he runs with low to medium drop shoes, he runs in…
How to tackle Comrades after an other big race
This is the Ask Coach Parry podcast, I’m Brad Brown, Lindsey Parry with us once again. Lindsey, a question in from Francisco, it’s been a while Francisco, thanks for being in touch. He’s looking at doing a couple of big races next year. He wants to know, is it okay…
Is there a perfect run/walk strategy for Comrades?
Brad Brown: Welcome back to another edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast. Lindsey, today’s question comes from Shawn and his question is an interesting one. He says, I hope you’re well, you say with your run/walk strategy you should run for 10 minutes, walk for one minute? He wants…
Is running at a high heart rate a concern?
Welcome to the next edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, I’m Brad Brown and with me is Comrades Marathon coach, Lindsey Parry. Lindsey, welcome back onto the podcast, thank you so much for your time today. A very interesting question today that was submitted by Juanita and she said…
Don't let the Comrades start panic get to you
In this edition of the Ask Coach Parry podcast, I’m Brad Brown, Lindsey Parry joins us once again. Lindsey, great question’s got to do with seeding at Comrades. I know we’re still a long way out from Comrades, but this is obviously bugging Ronwyn Brayley. He wants to know how…