In this week's episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Michael Fox and Matt launch a new weekly series - The Fastest Fox - with Mick Fox returning to the show. They discuss Mick's hamstring comeback, his first race back, training philosophy, marathon goals, content creators in running, and much more.

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Mick and Matt open the first episode of the new weekly Fastest Fox series with Mick Fox, covering Mick's recovery from a hamstring injury and the emotion of getting back to proper running after recently being limited to 5K runs at around 8-minute pace. Mick shares how meaningful it felt to return to one-minute reps at sub-5 mile pace and previews his first post-injury half marathon, where the main goal is to race freely, avoid obsessing over splits, and come away healthy.

The conversation also explores how age-related decline is often less about age itself and more about life pressures like family, poor sleep, and limited training time, with Irish runner Gary O'Hanlon mentioned as an example of what is still possible later in a running career. Luke and Matt then discuss Steven Scullion's recent Spencer Matthews interview, including thoughts on keeping training simple, the role of lactate and zones, honesty around shoes, and the pros and cons of overcomplicating performance.

Later in the episode, they talk through how YouTube and content incentives can push runners toward racing too often, reference creators like Jake Barraclough and Hugo Fry, debate Ben Felton's shift away from the "Road to Rotterdam" idea, and reflect on how often they would race a marathon themselves. They finish by sharing marathon goal times, discussing the balance between high mileage and speed blocks, and teasing next week's deeper conversation on nutrition products, coaching, and the private feed.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Fastest Fox Returns
00:32 - Hamstring Comeback Joy
01:52 - Half Marathon Plans
03:16 - Race Day Mindset
04:45 - Back To Training Build
06:39 - Age Family And Sleep
09:24 - Steven Scullion Takeaways
15:08 - Marathon A Month Lessons
17:03 - Weather And Run Struggles
18:35 - Running Content Roundup
21:14 - Jake In Japan Strategy
23:48 - Racing for Content
25:13 - Monthly Racing Pros
27:42 - Ben Felton Debate
29:46 - Why Skip Rotterdam
31:30 - Trusting the Coach
36:26 - Marathon Time Goals
38:05 - Chasing Irish Masters
40:01 - Speed vs Mileage
44:49 - Nutrition and Session Timing
45:58 - Wrap and Private Feed

In this Sweat Elite Podcast Training Talk episode, Matt interviews Kyle Weise who is helping guide Matt's return to running and long-term goal of breaking his marathon PB over the next 12–18 months. Kyle shares his background, starting running in late 2012, racing ultras early including a 100K at age 19, studying exercise science, working as a physio, and transitioning into coaching while building a Gold Coast-based squad alongside remote athletes.

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The conversation explores common mistakes runners make, including chasing short-term results, copying elite sessions by distance rather than effort or time, over-relying on data, and failing to properly cycle training. Kyle explains his preference for time-based prescriptions, capping most marathon long runs around 2:45–3:00, and balancing speed development with aerobic base and threshold work.

Kyle outlines his own marathon journey, including a PB of 2:31:50, and reflects on why he fell short of sub-2:30, pointing to limitations in leg strength and cramping. They also discuss Matt's sacral stress fracture, why imaging often lags symptoms, and a cautious return-to-run process built around walk-run progressions. The episode finishes with thoughts on using a 5K-focused speed block before returning to the marathon, managing content consumption, highlighting athletes like Jimmy Whelan, and how patience and long-term consistency ultimately separate runners who reach their potential.

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome
01:06 Kyle's running origin story
02:34 From physio to coaching
05:37 Patience and long term gains
09:30 Stop copying elite workouts
12:19 Time vs distance mindset
14:06 Marathon long run limits
16:51 Kyle's marathon journey
19:34 Why the sub 2:30 faded
21:46 Matt's comeback and marathon principles
25:45 Marathon Pace Myths
26:36 Rebuild Then Speed
28:17 Stress Fracture Scans
30:16 Symptoms vs Imaging
33:02 Return to Run Plan
34:38 Back to Consistent Training
37:11 Sydney Timing and 5K Goals
39:38 Benchmarks vs Race Execution
44:00 Testing Speed for Marathon
46:38 Time Goals and Mindset
49:07 Racing Without Splits
50:47 Race Not The Clock
52:29 Marathon Goals And Variables
54:15 Curating Running Content
57:58 Social Media Noise And Sponsors
01:01:12 Who To Follow From Zero
01:05:00 Tall Poppy And Jealousy
01:07:30 What Makes Runners Great
01:12:02 Where To Follow Kyle

I'm back with another fortnightly In My Opinion episode - sharing running observations, Q&A and personal updates, including my return from injury, training in Bangkok, travel disruptions, Globe Runners plans, and listener questions on performance, recovery and mindset.

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I recorded this In My Opinion episode from Bangkok, where I ended up extending my stay to meet more people, coach athletes and attend Hyrox. Travel plans shifted a bit with flights becoming more expensive and disrupted, partly due to the ongoing situation involving Iran and rising oil prices, which made things a bit unpredictable.

I talk through my return to running after injury, following Kyle Wees's 18-day run-walk progression alongside cross training on the bike and stair climber. The focus is on staying patient and only going down the scan route if symptoms return. I've been running at Lumphini Park and catching up with athletes in person, including Chris Weeks, which has been a nice change from purely online coaching.

I share some observations from being in Thailand - the low cost of living, the culture, and the interesting contrast around cannabis being widely visible despite reports of legal tightening. I also reflect on solo travel, meeting new people, and some of the connections made at places like ice bath venues.

There's an update on Globe Runners, with thoughts around building future training camps in Thailand and applying lessons from past Sweat Elite trips, particularly around timing and structure. I also touch on how regional instability can impact travel and planning.

From there I move into listener Q&A, covering topics like training alone versus with a group, how to break through plateaus, and why slowing down easy runs can often be the lever athletes need. I also discuss mindset around mileage, managing ego with Strava, and building confidence in your own strengths.

Other topics include marathon mindset tools, sleep and supplements like magnesium, thoughts on cannabis use, when to change training, altitude race timing, and practical travel-to-race logistics. I also answer questions on weight loss during marathon prep and share some broader thoughts on skepticism around elite performances and doping.

I wrap up by highlighting Australian runner Jimmy Whelan, bringing back Workouts of the Week, and finishing with some final thoughts on fueling and consistency.

Topics
00:00 - No Edit Podcast Setup
00:25 - Bangkok Plans Shift
01:17 - Return to Running Plan
03:46 - Lumpini Park and Coaching Shoutouts
04:39 - Thailand Costs and Culture
07:17 - Hyrox Weekend and Flight Chaos
08:18 - Solo Travel and Ice Baths
10:42 - Globe Runners Training Camps
13:57 - War Talk and Travel Disruptions
18:35 - Q&A Training Solo vs Group
24:06 - Mileage Plateaus and Pulling Levers
26:45 - Easy Runs and Strava Ego
29:35 - Personal Mileage Beliefs
30:23 - Strengths and Potential
31:33 - Marathon Mindset Tools
32:29 - Sleep Supplements and Cannabis
35:29 - When to Change Training
36:49 - Altitude Race Timing
38:26 - Race Day Travel Tips
39:45 - Weight Loss While Training
40:36 - Doping and Enhanced Games
48:22 - Jimmy Whelan Spotlight
52:04 - Workouts of the Week
56:42 - Fueling and Final Wrap