Sunday Runday The Podcast

40: From Guesswork to Growth: Derrick’s Marathon Evolution; A Runner’s Journey

In this week’s episode, Derrick shares how he went from guessing his way through long runs to training with real intention. He talks about the early lessons that shaped him, including his Sydney Marathon experience where underfueling taught him more than any finish time could. We also dive into the excitement of his upcoming Tokyo Marathon, where he’ll be lining up alongside a friend and chasing the next chapter of his running journey.

39: Pursuit of Performance: Where Community Fuels the Mission; A Runner’s Journey

This week, Rob joins the show to share his remarkable running journey from his first marathon to completing all seven World Marathon Majors in a single year. He talks about building Bronx Burners, the run club that grew into a nonprofit serving its community, and offers hard‑earned insight as a three‑time Tokyo Marathon finisher. Expect stories, lessons, and a look at what makes Tokyo one of the most unforgettable races in the world.

38: The Courage to Rise, The Strength to Go Further; A Runner’s Journey

After a life‑altering accident left him paraplegic, Jay was told his athletic days were over. Instead, he rebuilt himself from the ground up learning to walk again, reclaiming his identity, and pushing into territory no one in his condition had ever reached.
 
In this conversation, Jay shares the mindset, heartbreak, and relentless drive behind becoming the first paraplegic athlete to reach Everest Base Camp without the aid of a wheelchair and completing an ultra marathon. His story is a powerful reminder that limits aren’t fixed they’re meant to be challenged.

37: Inside the Runner’s Lab: Know Your Numbers, Unlock Your Potential; A Runners Journey

Nick from METS Performance Consulting joins the show to unpack the key physiology behind stronger endurance. He breaks down what VO₂ max actually represents, how runners can train to improve it, and why understanding lactate threshold and heart‑rate zones can transform the way you approach your workouts.
A clear, practical conversation for anyone looking to run smarter, race stronger, and make sense of the science behind great training.

36: Starting Late, Aiming High: Rachel’s Running Revolution; A Runners Journey

Rachel joins the show to reflect on where we first crossed paths at the Two Bays Trail Run and how discovering running later in life reshaped everything for her. She shares the story behind creating the RUN DCT run club, chasing marathon goals in Boston and Ballarat, and the big ambitions she’s lining up for the year ahead. A conversation full of community, momentum, and the power of starting whenever you’re ready.

35: From a Broken Sense of Safety to a Community That Reclaims Space; A Runners Journey

Sissy’s story begins with a love of running — the kind that shapes identity, anchors routine, and brings joy. But one violent moment threatened to take all of that away. Instead of shrinking, she chose to rise.
In this episode, Sissy shares how she transformed fear into fuel and built Take Back the Track, a movement reclaiming space for women and gender‑diverse runners everywhere. Her story is raw, brave, and deeply human — a testament to what happens when one person refuses to let darkness define their path.

34: From Jordan’s Roads to Valencia’s Finish Line; A Runners Journey

This week, Fuad joins us to share the arc of his running journey from discovering the sport in Jordan to steadily building confidence through the half‑marathon distance. He talks about what drew him in, the discipline that helped him improve, and the moment he decided to take on his first full marathon in Valencia.
Fuad walks us through that experience, the training, the atmosphere, the emotions of race day and what the marathon taught him about himself. We also revisit where our own connection began: running together through the ancient landscapes of Petra.
It’s a conversation about growth, community, and the places running can take us.

33: Conquer to Cancer: A Record Attempt for All of Us; A Runners Journey

Peter and Ben join us to dive into the making of Conquer Cancer, a one‑of‑a‑kind event aiming to break the Guinness World Record for the longest continuous relay while raising vital funds for charity. From the logistics to the emotion to the electric atmosphere on the ground, they reveal how this relay is uniting Melbourne’s running community in the name of impact and generosity.

32: Racing Fast, Thinking Smart: Inside Steve McKenna’s marathon year; A Runners Journey

Pro triathlete and elite marathoner Steve McKenna joins us to break down a huge year of racing from Ironman podiums to fast, tactical marathons and the thinking that drives his performance. We also dive into the origin of the Nerd Belt and how his curiosity as an athlete turned into a product helping runners everywhere

31: Running with Purpose: Tyson and the Indigenous Marathon Project; A Runners Journey

In this episode, we meet Tyson a runner whose path through the Indigenous Marathon Project reflects courage, discipline, and community pride. Tyson shares the challenges of marathon training, the lessons learned along the way, and how the project empowers Indigenous athletes to create lasting change. His story is not just about running; it’s about resilience, representation, and the power of sport to inspire future generations. Tyson’s journey shows how the Indigenous Marathon Project is building opportunities, strengthening identity, and celebrating culture through the transformative power of running.